Why it pays to join the Chamber!

Why it Pays to Join..

The Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce 423 N. Market | Maryville, MO 64468 660-582-8643 | www.maryvillechamber.com

EXPAND YOUR NETWORK Meet and network with Chamber members and community leaders at First Friday Coffees, monthly luncheons, and socials. All you have to do is get involved!

GAIN REFERRALS We made over 500 phone referrals in 2014 pointing them in the direction of our members! Add to that the traffic from our website, about 1,300 visitors a month, and you can begin to see how becoming a Chamber member can raise your business’ profile.

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS Members have the opportunity to advertise in our newsletters, brochures, and other printed materials. Members also receive a free listing in our annual report to the community, and our biannual publication of our Maryville Viewbook!

HEIGHTEN YOUR VISIBILITY We offer different ways for you and your business to gain exposure such as ribbon cuttings, open houses, sponsorship opportunities and many more. Of course, being involved in activities will heighten your visibility even more!

KEEP INFORMED We strive to keep our members informed on what is happening in the community. We maintain a complete list of community events that can be found on our website. Chamber Alert emails and faxes keep members informed of any possible fraudulent activities.

HAVE A LEGISLATIVE VOICE We are the “Voice of Maryville Area Business” at City Hall, the State Capitol or wherever we are needed to support business, community and quality of life.

ENHANCE YOUR CREDIBILITY Chamber membership tells your customers that you are a reputable company that actively participates in the local business community.

IMPROVE YOUR BOTTOM LINE

Consumers are

63% percent more likely to buy from Chamber members.

A study by the Schapira Group, an Atlanta based market research firm.

Your Chamber has a wealth of programs and activities that can help your company prosper. Chamber members are encouraged to “Buy Chamber First” when fulfilling needs for goods and services. Improve your bottom line by taking advantage of other services such as the conference room, mailing labels, or Newcomer’s Program.

CHAMBER BUCKS Your Chamber operates the Chamber Bucks gift certificate program— a program developed to help support our local economy. Only Chamber members can accept Chamber Bucks gift certificates. In 2013 we sold $32,485 in Chamber bucks— and all that is going

ACHIEVE RECOGNITION Your Chamber works to highlight the good things you do. Check out our monthly Chamber Insider newsletter for achievements and accomplishments our member businesses have made. Recognition is also given during the Annual Chamber Banquet and Customer Service Week.

GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY Through your chamber membership you gain insight on business issues. By being active in local projects you are viewed as going the “extra mile” for the many that support you throughout the year. Your employees as well as your customers will thank you for your efforts.

2015 INVESTMENT RATES The Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce has designed a program to ensure equitable financial participation by all Chamber members. Your business’ Fair Share financial contribution is determined in formulas devised by fellow Chamber members and the Board of Directors. The Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 non-profit—your membership dues are deductible as a business expense.

If you need further assistance in computing your membership rate, call the Chamber office at 660582-8643 or contact us by e-mail at chamber@maryvillechamber.com Retail / Amusement / Automotive Wholesale Service / Distributor 1-4 employees ...................................................... $180 employees 5-10 .................................. add $14.25 each employees 11-25 ................................ add $12.25 each employees 26-100 .............................. add $10.10 each employees 101 and above ................... add $6.10 each Manufacturing / Processing / Finishing Transportation / Construction / Milling 1-4 employees ................................................. $180.00 employees 5-10 .................................. add $11.25 each employees 11-25 .................................. add $9.25 each employees 26-50 .................................. add $7.25 each employees 51-100 ................................ add $5.25 each employees 101-200 .............................. add $4.10 each employees 201-300 .............................. add $3.00 each employees 301 and above .................... add $2.00 each Grocery Stores / Convenience Stores / Cafes Taverns / Lounges / Pubs / Dining 1-4 employees. .................................................... $180 employees 5-10 .................................. add $12.25 each employees 11-25 ................................ add $10.25 each employees 26 and above ...................... add $8.25 each Utilities / Publishers / Broadcasting / Cable 1-4 employees ...................................................... $370 employees 5-25 .................................. add $14.50 each employees 26-50 ................................ add $12.25 each employees 51-100 ................................ add $3.50 each Schools $235.00 for each Governmental Agencies / Universities $1,235.00 base plus negotiable amount

Not-For-Profit / Fraternities / Sororities $120.00 Financial Institutions $39.65 per one million dollars in assets up to and including $25 million, $18.05 per each additional million through $60 million, and $8.75 per each additional million. The maximum contribution is $2,375.

Outside Distributors / Services Located outside of Greater Maryville, but providing goods or services to the area: $215.

Apartments / Hotels / Motels / Inns/ Bed and Breakfasts $2.60 per unit (minimum of $180.00) Insurance / Real Estate / Travel $180.00 for one principal in business $40.00 for each additional associate soliciting sales Professional Services / Accountant Attorney / Doctor $180.00 for one principal in business. $80.00 for each additional professional Hospital / Nursing Home $2.60 per bed (minimum of $180.00) Home-Based Businesses $100.00 for one principal plus $10.00 per additional part-time employee and $15.00 per additional full-time employee.

Associate Membership $50.00 Associate Membership includes individuals and special memberships as decided by the Board of Directors.

Additional locations are $35.00 each.

READY TO JOIN OR NEED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Jordyn Swalley, Director of Greater Maryville Chamber, may be reached at 660582-8643 or director@maryvillechamber.com. You may also visit our website at maryvillechamber.com to learn more about any of the information mentioned in this brochure, or download our 2015 detailed Member Guide.