Visibility
This Website: will be updated shortly! New look, new features, and the best local business search in the Tri-State. Watch for the update first thing in 2007!
Dynamic Connections: our directory, six thousand copies printed annually. Practically a Who’s-Who of Northern Cincinnati businesses. Useful for travelers, those without a computer, or those who just like the feel of glossy-print magazine paper between their fingers
The Navigator: keep up with local business news and events by reading The Navigator, our monthly newsletter. If you want to see your name in print, submit an article about your business and reach over one thousand readers.
The Community Basket: you can be the first thing new Mason residents see when they move in. Our Community Basket representative meets with new households (800-900 per year) to give them our Community Basket, filled with coupons and promotional materials from participating businesses.
Ribbon Cuttings: complete with big scissors. Announce your arrival or celebrate your anniversary with this classic event.
Networking
Leads Exchange Group: 60 to 70 local businesses meet every Wednesday at noon to share business information, leads and referrals. Leads Exchange has been our flagship program for years because of the sustained value to our members.
Evening Networking Events: pure business contact at its finest. We have a full spread of events throughout the year, from Business And Social Hour at local restaurants to the huge Spring Wine Gala Dinner & Auction. Going to work was never more fun.
Emerging Leaders: a new program designed for and run by young professionals to develop the skills and relationships to last a profitable lifetime. Through networking events, seminars, community service, and social gatherings, Emerging Leaders seek to make Northeast Cincinnati an attractive place for businesses seeking fresh talent and for fresh talent seeking businesses.
How to do Business With…: trying to get in touch with a decision-maker at a large company is a lesson in voice mail. At “How to do Business With…” the department heads are sitting right there for you to meet. Introduce yourself, share your company information, and break through the wall of silence.
Support
Chamber Checks: gift certificates valid at all participating members (300 and counting) that work like travelers’ checks and cost your business nothing to use. No setup cost, no processing fee. Utterly and completely free—all you have to do is put up the sticker that says you accept them, then take them to the bank for full face value.
Chamber Business Advisors: having business troubles? Help is on the way—and it’s free. Chamber Business Advisors is a network of Chamber Members who are willing to give free consultations to other members experiencing business difficulties. This is a great opportunity for members to get the assistance they need and for Advisors to expand their network.
Government Affairs: running a business is…well…a full-time job. Keeping up with business-relevant legislature is another full-time job. We’re watching the bills and ballots to inform you of the government activity that affects you and your business in a timely and efficient manner.
Discounted Worker’s Compensation: over one hundred of our members have taken advantage of our discounted workers compensation program through Compensation Consultants Inc., with an average savings over six thousand dollars per year. Now that’s making the most of your investment with The Chamber.
Employee Support: welcome packets for relocated employees, group health care plans, debt assistance, and even short-term counseling. Every employee of a member is a member, and we take care of our members.