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THE MEMBERSHIP
ADVANTAGE
An Invitation To Invest In The
Future.....
The Chamber is the most effective
business organization committed to helping improve the economic climate and
quality of life in the Cynthiana area. Ultimately, every business and
professional person benefits from the Chamber's efforts that lead to a healthy,
expanding economy. You can best protect your interests by working with others
through the Chamber to accomplish whatever is necessary for business to thrive.
Your impact will be maximized by speaking and acting through numbers.
THE CHAMBER
- is an independent,
not-for-profit corporation chartered in 1932;
- is a volunteer organization
composed of individuals, businesses, industries, and professionals who have
joined together to accomplish collectively what they cannot do individually;
- serves as a watchdog and
spokesperson for business in local and state affairs;
- acts as a business agent and
sales manager in promoting Cynthiana, your firm, your products and services;
- works as an information bureau
with statistical data to meet most business needs;
- publicizes and promotes
Cynthiana to people considering moving into or establishing a business here;
- strives for a healthy and
sound economy by promoting and encouraging new businesses and expansion of
existing businesses;
- enriches the quality of life
in the Cynthiana area through support of community activities, cultural
events and enrichment programs.
WHO RUNS THE CHAMBER?
The Chamber of Commerce is run by
its members. They elect a Board of Directors that determines policies and sets
goals. A president presides over all Board meetings. Members often become
involved in chamber activities by working on committees. These committees range
from economic development, education and human resources to tourism, public
affairs and government relations. Activities of the Chamber are supported by a
full-time professional staff which manages all Chamber operations.
HOW IS THE CHAMBER FINANCED?
Membership investments are the
primary financial source which is necessary to operate and maintain the chamber
office and carry on the activities of its committees. These investments, paid
annually, are apportioned among its members, consisting of individuals,
professionals, businesses, industries and local government.
REASONS TO JOIN THE CHAMBER
- If you are a business located
in Cynthiana, you depend on this community for transportation, utilities, a
work force, materials, etc. The Chamber works toward providing a healthy
climate in which to do business.
- The support of all business
and professional men and women is needed to improve the quality of life and
economic well being of Cynthiana. In turn, this means more customers,
clients and patients.
- Joining the Chamber means
getting involved and staying involved. It means speaking your mind on
important issues that affect your businesses. Membership means meeting other
business people and working collectively to accomplish whatever is necessary
for a business to prosper in Cynthiana.
- Joining the Chamber means
being a leader in the business community. The Chamber is also committed to
maximize your impact by speaking and acting through strength in numbers, and
through listening to your needs and ideas.
- The opportunities available to
you as a Chamber member are challenging and profitable. The individual as
well as the community is benefited by joining the Chamber.
- When the city prospers, you
prosper. By helping build a thriving community your investment is
strengthened and your opportunities are broadened. You have a personal
interest in these objectives.
- Membership investments in the
Chamber of Commerce may be tax deductible as an ordinary and necessary
business expense.
Build a Solid
Advantage with a Membership in the Cynthiana Harrison County Chamber of
Commerce.
MEMBERSHIP -
NETWORKING - RESOURCES - ADVERTISING - COMMUNICATIONS - SERVICES
MEMBERSHIP - WHAT DOES IT
MEAN?
It means getting involved and
staying involved. It means speaking your mind on important issues that affect
your business and all business. Membership in the Chamber of Commerce means
meeting other business people from the area and working collectively to
accomplish whatever is necessary for business to survive, indeed to thrive, in
this community.
Chamber membership is not only
paying dues once a year. Chamber membership provides an opportunity for you to
get involved in the form of things to come. It is an opportunity to shape newer,
more vibrant economic region, attuned to the needs of its business community and
citizenry. Joining with the chamber means being a leader in the business
community, speaking about and for small and big business, their concerns and
needs.
We understand that leadership
entails responsibility, time and effort. We understand that your commitment of
time and effort is valuable because it is given freely. We also have a
commitment--to maximize your impact by speaking and acting through our strength
in numbers, and through listening to your needs and to your creativity.
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