Member Benefits
Chamber membership is much more valuable than any list of services and benefits could possibly communicate. That’s because the real value is in the relationships developed, economic development and advocacy on your behalf regarding business friendly legislation. These help to keep our local business community sustainable and growing! There are also a number of direct, tangible benefits that members can use right away.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
The Chamber will conduct a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony using ceremonial scissors and ribbon, invite the mayor, and take photos of your special event. To further market your business, the Chamber will post a photo and brief summary on our website, in our eNewsletter, on our social media sites and submit to the Gates County Index.
Business Resources, Seminars & Trainings
The Chamber offers programs such as marketing seminars. We also partner with College of the Albemarle to offer seminars and classes for members.
Membership Directory
Chamber Members are listed in our online directory and printed in the Chamber Membership Directory
Networking
The Chamber offers FREE programs such as Business After Hours and the Annual Dinner that provide members with an opportunity to network, mingle, and build business relationships with members.
Business Promotion, Marketing & Media Access
The Chamber provides members with promotion of programs & services through their website, email blast, social media outreach, and press releases. The Chamber proudly promotes all members at Chamber events and community events in Gates County.
Business of the Month
Each month the Chamber Board of Directors determines an outstanding business in the community to highlight as the business of the month. Each business selected will receive a sign to proudly display, a picture and press release submitted to local newspapers, exposure in various county buildings, and an opportunity to introduce themselves in the Business of the Month spotlight of the Chamber eNewsletter.
Community Calendar
The Chamber advertises and posts member events and community events on the Chamber Website and eNewsletter
Job Postings & Advertisement
Post your employment opportunities or search for available positions.
Member-to-Member Discount Program
Exchange discounts on products and services. *Exclusive for Chamber Members only.
Membership Referrals
When the Chamber receives inquiries regarding industries in the Northeastern NC region, we refer our Chamber members.
Community Development
The Chamber provides members with annual plaques to send a positive message about your business. Your commitment to the region is demonstrated by your membership in the largest, most influential business organization.
Advocacy
The Chamber acts as business advocate for our members, bringing the voice of local business to elected officials in the halls of government. As a member of the NC Chamber of Commerce, we are advised of current governmental affairs and invited to participate in ongoing State meetings and decisions affecting the Gates County area. Member input is extremely valuable in bringing our local voice to the attention of the State of North Carolina.