RAINS COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
[
] New Membership
[
] Renewal
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Application Date: __________
Company Name (as you would like it to appear in our directory):______________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________
City, State, Zip: _______________________________________________________________________
Main Phone: (___)__________________Web Site:____________________________________________
Business NAICS Category:_______________________________________________________________
Additional Business Category: ____________________________________________________________
Check all that are applicable: ____ Minority-owned business ____Woman-owned business
Number of Full-Time Employees: ___________
Number of Part-Time Employees: _____________
Were you referred to the Chamber by another business? ____ Yes ____No
Referring Company: ___________________________________________________________________
Have you been in contact with someone on our membership team? ____ Yes ____ No
Membership Team Member: _____________________________________________________________
Please give a brief description of your business (35 words or less):________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
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Expectations of Chamber membership:
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Contact Information:
Primary Contact Name: ______________________________________
Title: ____________________________________________________
MEMBERSHIP INVESTMENT
Phone: (_____)____________ Email: ___________________________
[ ] Corporate or Partnership . $100
Billing Information:
[ ] Large Business. . . . . . . . . . . $100
Billing Contact Name: _______________________________________
10 or more employees
Title: _____________________________________________________
[ ] Medium Business. . . . . . . . . $75
Address: __________________________________________________
9 or fewer employees
City, State, Zip: _____________________________________________
[ ] Small Business. . . . . . . . . . . . $50
5 or fewer employees
Phone: (_____)____________ Email: ___________________________
Thank you! A member services representative will contact you soon to finalize
your application. If you have any questions, call us at 903-473-3913 or email
rainschamber@verizon.net
199 N Texas Street, Emory, TX 75440 | Phone 903-473-3913
Visit us online at www.rainschamber.com
[ ] Individual Business . . . . . . . . $50
[ ] Non-Profit or
Civic Organizations . . . . . $25
[ ] Individual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25
Build Your Business
The Rains Chamber is at work for you every day. Our mission - to lead and support economic growth and
development in Rains County - means that we continuously strive to support your business.
Every program and initiative we offer is developed to help your business grow and prosper.
What does that mean for you?
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Leveraging our Contacts to Contracts Program to connect to larger businesses and corporations to
keep dollars in the Rains County.
Participating in our Attract & Retain Talent initiative designed to build and maintain a workforce
in our Region that meets business needs
Leveraging the Chamber’s advertising and event sponsorship opportunities to increase the
visibility of your business
Networking events designed to provide your business the opportunity to meet your next customer
or supplier
Connecting with public sector officials to voice your opinion and concerns while the Chamber
advocates on behalf of all members for a business friendly environment
Utilizing our cost savings programs such as workers compensation, health care, office supplies,
and more
Market Your Company
Your membership with the Rains Chamber provides opportunities to increase your visibility, establish
credibility in the community, and forge business connections.
Advertise with the Chamber. Get your organization's message out to other Chamber members by
advertising in the Resource Guide & Membership Directory, in Chamber e-newsletters, on the Chamber's
Web site.
Sponsor an event. Each year, popular Chamber events bring together Rains business and community
leaders. Let's explore creative sponsorship opportunities that promote your company before a receptive
audience. Options include Rains Chamber Government Day, Business After Hours, Business2Business
EXPO, Member Receptions, Small Business Forum and Leadership Awards, and the Annual Meeting.
Rains Chamber Partnership. For one calendar year, our partners receive comprehensive visibility
through Chamber events. Recognition on items such as the Chamber's Web site, invitations and tickets to
events, radio advertisements, the Chamber’s monthly member newsletter, ChamberLink, and more gives
our partners the premier community awareness they deserve. Interested in learning more? Contact Anne
Bulter at 903-473-3813
Advertise on Columbus.org. Visibility online is top of mind. With an audience of qualified, relevant
visitors looking for products and services from our business community, online advertising on
Columbus.org is easy access to your next customer. Read more about purchasing advertising on
Columbus.org by section today or contact Jason Bainum for further details.
Premier Membership. Premier Membership with the Columbus Chamber delivers additional
opportunities to help your organization stand out. Premier members receive access to our membership
database four times per year, increased visibility in our online directory, introduction letters, and special
Premier only events. For more information on premier membership, contact our membership team.
Premier Membership
Our Premier members have access to additional member benefits including:
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Increased Web site visibility
Opportunity to submit news stories to the Chamber’s Web site
Enhanced member listing and additional listing on the Chamber’s member directory
Five targeted introduction letters to Chamber members of your choice
Special event invitations and access to our membership database four times per year
Want to get started and learn more? Contact our team of experts now. You can email us at
membership@columbus.org or call us at 614.225.6915
Premier Membership. Premier Membership with the Columbus Chamber delivers additional opportunities
to help your organization stand out. Premier members receive access to our membership database four
times per year, increased visibility in our online directory, introduction letters, and special Premier only
events. For more information on premier membership, contact our membership team
Member Orientation: What's in it for me?
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Noon - 2 p.m.
Columbus Chamber, Gallery Conference Room
150 S. Front St., Suite 200
Columbus, OH 43215
Download driving directions and parking information.
Event Details:
If you are a new member, you’ll benefit from joining us for What’s In It For Me? To learn more about
your Columbus Chamber and get acquainted with other members.
Long-term members are welcome to attend to learn about new programs, benefits and initiatives at work.
Your Chamber membership comes with numerous benefits including opportunities to market your
company, save money and network. Meet Chamber staff and members and learn how to leverage your
membership.
Economic Development
Working for the Future
The Chamber of Commerce serves as the catalyst for economic development
activities in our community. It serves as a single point of contact for prospective
and existing businesses in their efforts to establish a new business or to expand
existing operations.
The Chamber is also the coordinating agency for companies interested in
locating in the area's research and industrial parks or anywhere in the
Huntsville/Madison County area.
The Economic Development department within the Chamber concentrates on
fostering economic growth in business and industry through the retention and
expansion of existing businesses in our area and by working to attract new
employers to the area.
Join the Chamber
If you want to make a valuable
investment in your business and in
the community, the Chamber is the
place to start. With premier business
and networking opportunities among
its countless benefits, the Chamber
offers reliable support to help your
business grow and prosper. Your
membership is an investment that
pays dividends in the form of new
customers for your business, a
stronger economy and an
exceptional quality of life in
Huntsville/Madison County.
• Benefits of Getting Involved »
• Top 10 Reasons for Joining the
Chamber
Networking
Meet people at multiple events each
month. Exchange cards and
information of who provides
different goods and services.
Economic Development
Become actively involved in
preparing, developing and
promoting our community for
economic growth. When the
community grows, so does your
potential customer base.
Questions on Membership?
For membership information,
Donna McCrary
Investor Relations Specialist
dmccrary@hsvchamber.org
(256) 535-2027
Membership Application
The official Membership
Application is available here. To
view and print this application you
will need Adobe Acrobat.
Completed applications may be
faxed with credit card information
to the Chamber offices at (256)
535-2015 or mailed with check or
credit card info to: Membership
Services, 225 Church Street,
Huntsville, AL 35801
• Membership Application Form »
• Membership Dues Calculation »
• Payment Plan Form
Required for all automatic debit
payments »
• Special Ceremony Information »
Building Relationships
In this era of relationship marketing, building relationships with potential clients
and customers is essential to your business growth and expansion. People do
business with people they know.
Involvement
Voice your opinions. Learn what others think and then work toward a common
goal through participation in committees, task forces or community groups.
Visibility
Expose your business to a wider audience of business owners and decision
makers. Enhance your name recognition. Expand your business with listings on
the world wide web through the online membership directory.
Business Contacts
Enlarge your circle of influence in the business community by meeting others at
Chamber functions and working together on committees and projects. Your
business is referred 24-7 online as well as by phone, fax or email.
Community
Heighten your knowledge of how the community is moving ahead by reading
Initiatives and ChamberLink. Stay informed on how your business is affected by
local, state and federal policies.
Helping Others
Extend a hand to assist someone else. Be a mentor. Share with others how you
achieved your goals. Lead by example.
Making a Difference
Be part of the solution. Help move individuals and organizations toward future
progress.
Partnering with Like-minded People
Share the load. Work together. Build your business. Help the community
flourish.