People do business with people they know. Make your membership work for you and you will derive great benefits form being a part of the Salinas Valley’s largest business organization.

• The Chamber Hosts Bi -Monthly “Business After Hours Mixers”
  Between 50 and 100 business people gather at different member locations to enjoy networking in a social environment every other month (if it is a joint mixer with another Chamber, the attendance is between150 and 300). Salinas Valley Chamber “Business After Hours Mixers” are well known for their quality and emphasis on getting and giving leads. New members get special treatment. Contact 424-7611 or info@salinaschamber.com.
  
• The Chamber offers its Members the Opportunity to Serve on Committees
  There are several productive and meaningful committees that a member can choose to be a part of. Again, people do business with people they know, and serving on a committee is an excellent way to develop intimate working relationships while volunteering your time to a good cause.

Other ways the Chamber can help you promote your business (included with your membership):

• “Member News” in the Salinas Valley Business Journal (circulation 23,000)—Contact the Chamber at
  (831) 424-7611 or info@salinaschamber.com

• “Community Calendar” on the Chamber website is free for members of our communitiy. To have your event approved for posting, Contact the Chamber at (831) 424-7611 or info@salinaschamber.com

• WebSite “Business Directory” Listing automatic with your membership. To discuss how you might enhance this listing, Contact the Chamber at (831) 424-7611 or info@salinaschamber.com

• Business Directory Listing (this is a beautiful, colored directory that is also a community resource) automatic with your membership.

• One free Job Posting on the Chamber Website

• Punch card good for 6 free Mixers, sent to you automatically with your welcome letter as a new member or following an on time renewal of your membership annually.

• Member-to-Member discounts offers your business another opportunity to stand out; offers are promoted within your listing in the “Business Directory” on the Chamber Website. Contact Grace at 424-7311 or grace@salinaschamber.com.

• Lobby Display of Brochures & Business Cards—simply bring in your materials, and we will help you find a spot on the racks. Check your materials regularly to assure proper stock.

Additionally, every event the Chamber hosts is an opportunity for you to meet other professionals and build your business relationships. Chamber sponsored events include (annually):

• The Annual Installation & Awards Luncheon

• The Salinas Valley Business Expo

• Showcase, a tradeshow co-sponsored by the Monterey Peninsula Chamber

• An average of four Luncheon Forums

• An average of four Breakfast Forums

• Agricultural Leadership Award Luncheon

• Taste of the Valley Food & Wine Show
  (The Chamber offers you the opportunity to sponsor the above- mentioned programs.)

In addition, the Chamber gives new Members a “Quick Start:”
As a new member your business will receive many exposures to existing members, including:

• Welcome listing in the Salinas Valley Business Journal (circulation 23,000)

• 75-100 word profile in the Salinas Valley Business Journal (circulation 23,000)

• Free business card size ad in the Salinas Valley Business Journal (circulation 23,000)

• Recognition at the first Mixer you attend (attendance can range from 50-300)

• Recognition at a Member Welcoming Reception (avg attendance 50)

• Punch card good for 6 free “Business After Hours Mixers”

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