Member Benefits
The Chamber currently
has almost 750 members,
80% of which are located in Howard
County.
Our members receive many valuable
benefits throughout the year.
Here are just a few:
Membership
Recognition
Receive recognition as an involved
member of the business community with a
membership sticker/decal for your window
of your business or your vehicle.
Members also have access to a “Proud
Member” logo for use on your website.
Business Referrals
The Chamber responds to callers,
visitors and website searches by
exclusively referring business to our
members.
Representation and
Advocacy
Benefit from the Chamber's role as the
collective voice of business when issues
arise that will impact business in the
Howard County area. The Chamber also
appoints representatives to serve on
many local and regional task forces to
address public policy issues.
Networking
Opportunities
The Howard County Chamber of Commerce
hosts over 45 networking and other
special events throughout the year.
Check our website for the most recent
event details. www.HowardChamber.com.
Online registration via the secure site
for events is available, complete with
the option for personal reminders.
Web Site Presence
All members in good standing receive a
complimentary listing with a direct link
and pre-programmed map link to their
location. Additional opportunities for
advertising on the site are available.
Post the Chamber
Logo on Your Web Site
Members have access to the Chamber logo
for posting on your website to show your
professional affiliation.
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Access to Elected
Officials
Form relationships with local and
regional elected officials through many
chamber events. The Howard County
Chamber of Commerce also produces an
annual White Paper for legislative
advocacy, which is presented to our
elected officials at the Chamber’s
Annual Legislative Breakfast.
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Business Directory
All Chamber members receive a free
listing in the Chamber’s Annual
Membership Directory and Buyer’s Guide.
Members may also place advertisements in
this glossy publication. This valuable
resource is distributed to all members
and to business visitors.
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Membership
Discounts
Members receive preferred pricing to
attend Chamber events as well as for
selected goods and services offered by
other members. Member to Member Benefits
Marketing
Opportunities
Increase your exposure through becoming
a Chamber Sponsor. These advertising and
marketing options include annual
sponsorships, event sponsorships, and
website sponsorships. Members can also
purchase ads in “Connect”, the Chamber’s
quarterly member newsletter.
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Mailing Labels
The membership mailing list is available
for one-time use mailing labels or
through an annual subscription in an
electronic format.
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Brochure Display
The chamber serves business travelers,
visitors, newcomers and relocation
inquiries. The Chamber has marketing
opportunities designed to fit your
marketing plan.
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Employment
Advertising
Members may post job openings on the
Chamber’s workforce website,
www.HowardJobLink.com. There is
special member pricing for this service.
Business-Education
Partnerships
There are a number of ways to
participate in partnerships with the
Howard County Public School System by
bringing students into your business
(such as internships) or assisting the
schools with their programs (such as
mentoring). The Chamber has a number of
programs set up to link businesses with
students.
Electronic News (eCONNECT
and eINVITE)
Receive updates on business news and
reminders of Chamber events via email on
a regular basis.
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Chamber Business
Book Club
The Chamber has partnered with Borders
Books and Music and the Howard County
Library to launch this new program.
Small groups of local leaders meet on a
regular basis to discuss a chosen
business book and how they can implement
ideas into their business. Register
Today
Volunteer
Opportunities
Volunteer committees contribute their
time and expertise to chamber programs
and initiatives, while developing new
skills, leadership training and
networking.
Join a Committee Today
Newspaper
Subscription
Members receive a complimentary copy of
The Daily Record for one year ($190
Value). Subscriptions are automatically
processed upon joining the Chamber.
Howard County Maps
The Chamber publishes a detailed map of
Howard County that is ideal to help
newer residents or visitors in getting
acclimated. Members receive special
pricing for purchase of maps. Members
can also advertise their business on the
map.
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For questions or more information on
these and other member benefits, please
e-mail inquires to
info@howardchamber.com
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