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Thank you for your interest in joining the Havelock Chamber of Commerce. In standing by our vision and mission statements, the Chamber succeeds in building and maintaining a successful community comprised of a healthy community where commerce grows, the community and surrounding areas prosper, and the educational system thrives. The Havelock Chamber of Commerce is a strong organization that stands on its commitment, drive, purpose, and productive goals.
The benefits you and your company receive by becoming a Chamber member outweighs any strategies you have endured while trying to network and build a successful business on your own. The Chamber helps to forge long-lasting professional relationships with other Chamber members, residents, community and governmental leaders. By coming down to the Chamber and meeting new faces and ideas, you immediately understand the meaning of team work, helping hands, and a strong sense of community growth. Help the Havelock Chamber of Commerce help its members, its community, and its commerce by becoming a member today.
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Vision Statement
The Havelock Chamber of Commerce will be the leader in promoting economic growth in the Havelock area.
Mission Statement
To partner with government, military, industry, commerce and professionals to strengthen the business climate in the Havelock area.
What the Havelock Chamber of Commerce Does for You!!!
The Havelock Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary organization of the business community. It is a private, non-profit, tax paying corporation that unites businesses and professional people. It acts as a unique central agency with the purpose of improving business and the business environment, and building a better community.
The Havelock Chamber or Commerce is not a department of the city, state, or federal government. It is not a charity. Membership dues and expenses are tax deductible as a business expense, not as a charitable contribution.
The Havelock Chamber of Commerce’s most important asset is its members ~ people just like you. People who realize that through the Chamber, they can accomplish collectively what no one of them can do individually.
The Havelock Chamber of Commerce needs your help and your input. If we are not reaching a need that you know exists, please let us know. Now is the time to get involved. Let’s make things happen!
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Networking & Advertising Opportunities |
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Monthly Chamber Luncheon
Join the Havelock Chamber of Commerce today and receive “Lunch On Us” at a Chamber Luncheon. The Chamber Membership meets on the third Wednesday of each month at a local Havelock restaurant. We have a guest speaker, discuss upcoming events, and provide raffles for another free Luncheon and to be highlighted in our monthly newsletter, and provide other opportunities for you to network with other business owners and professionals.
Monthly Newsletter
First time members may place a business flyer* inside the "Chamber Connections" ~ free of charge. This is a savings of $35.00. Designed to be informative and appealing, the "Chamber Connections" is mailed to all Chamber members. It is a great opportunity for you to advertise your business and gain exposure within the Havelock business community and surrounding areas. (*Supply one copy of a one-side flyer. It will be reproduced on white paper to be inserted)
Ribbon Cutting
Let the Havelock Chamber of Commerce provide you with a Ribbon Cutting. We invite the Press, City Officials, Chamber Members, and our Board of Directors to come out and meet you in person during this ceremonious presentation. You have the opportunity to have the occasion performed at the Chamber or at your establishment. The choice is yours.
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The Six "P's" |
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Profits
Investments in the Chamber of Commerce return a big dividend directly to you ~ membership services, community programs, exposure to new markets, and fellow business people.
Publicity
As part of the big picture, member volunteers share in the publicity of getting things done for our area.
Programs
Quality of life in our community is of primary importance. Whatever the scope of involvement or type of activity, remember that “Things don’t just happen”. As a matter of fact, progress is made through the efforts of many people working together through an avenue known as “Chamber of Commerce”.
Participation
We realize the limits of your time ~ especially in an era of uncertain market and budget controls. But, it is only through volunteer involvement, that the Chamber represents the voice of the business and professional community and conveys its message loud and clear.
Prestige
As a member of this team of community leaders, you hold the key to making things happen. Your ideas, your input, and your actions are translated into results. You ARE the Chamber ~ working to make ours a better place to live and to work.
Protection
Your views must be made known to our elected officials; now, more than ever. Through our education programs, news releases and speaker bureau, we express your views and the good things about the free enterprise system.
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Havelock Chamber Membership Services Checklist |
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After-Hours
Ambassador Club
Chamber / Craven Community College Sponsored Seminars
Newsletter
Committees
Monthly Luncheon
Opportunities for Advertising
Other Opportunities
Ribbon Cutting ~ Grand Opening ~ Open House
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The Havelock Chamber Promotes Your Business |
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Visitors / Newcomers Information
The Chamber promotes it members to residents, tourists, and newcomers. Over 19,000 tourists and residents visit, call, e-mail, and write the Chamber each year. The Havelock Chamber mails out information about the area and its members to another 1,200 people. Fact: If you are not a Chamber member, you are missing out on business opportunities.
Membership Directory
Gain recognition and exposure by being listed in our annual directory at no extra charge. Members are listed by category. It’s like the “Who’s Who” of Havelock’s business leaders.
Referral System
The Chamber responds to inquiries by making referrals of Chamber Members.
Membership Decal
Display this proudly in your business to let your customers know that you are someone worth doing business with. You have made an investment in this community to make it the best place in which to live, work, and visit.
Business Expo Put your company’s goods and services on display before a large audience by participating in the Chamber’s Business Expo.
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The Havelock Chamber Builds Your Business Network |
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Business After Hours
Chamber Business After Hours meetings are held regularly, allowing you to promote your business to fellow members and to the Chamber’s leadership. Remember, Chamber members tend to do business with and promote other Chamber members. Call to schedule your Business After Hours.
Other Opportunities
In addition to holding a variety of special events, other networking opportunities exist at committee and task force meetings.
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Chamber Membership is an Investment |
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Tax Deductions
Your membership in the Chamber may be deducted as a necessary business expense.
We’re On Your Team
Where else can you get a trained professional staff to help you with business problems for pennies a day? We’re the voice of business. We represent business concerns to all levels of government. The Chamber acts as a small business “lobbyist” ~ something most small companies cannot otherwise afford.
Seminars
We want small business to prosper, and these seminars are designed to help them succeed.
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That Havelock Chamber Can Get You Involved |
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Committee Involvement
Make new contacts by serving on Chamber committees such as Membership, Military Affairs, Travel / Tourism, Government Affairs, Finance, Education, Economic Development, and others. Get involved in community events through the Chamber. You’ll work side-by-side with the areas business and civic leaders.
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The Chamber is Havelock’s Information Source |
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We’re An Information Center
Residents, newcomers, and other businesses know that the Chamber of Commerce is on top of things. That’s why they turn to the Chamber for all types of local information. Our publications are outstanding information sources.
Newsletter
The Chamber keeps you informed and up-to-date with its newsletter, "Chamber Connections". It is another great way to keep up with important events and topics that are taking place in our area and its leading business organization. Advertise in the "Chamber Connections" today. Inserts are only $35.00 per side. Just provide us with an original copy.
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Havelock Chamber of Commerce Post Office Box 21 201 Tourist Center Drive Havelock, NC 28532 (P) 252-447-1101 s (F) 252-447-0241
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