Publicity and Promotional Opportunities
- Promotion of business events and specials in our weekly e-blasts – Complimentary Service. Every Tuesday, we sent out Biz Matters and every Thursday we sent out Leisure Time Things To Do. It is free to advertise your events and promotion in these eblasts. We can also share on social media for you for free.
- The HVGCC members enjoy a special relationship with River Journal North and Halston Media. If you let them know that you are a new member of the Chamber, you will get a discount on your ads.
- Website - The Chamber's website is a great resource of business and community information, giving you 24/7 access to tools designed to help your business succeed. All members are listed on our online business directory with a link to your website and a detailed description of your company / products / services. Our "Members Only" web pages allow members even greater access to resources.
- Complimentary business listing (by alpha and category) in our annual directory and visitor guide distributed to 10,000 homes and businesses and digital version on our website.
- Literature Displays – All members are encouraged to display their brochures and business cards in the Chamber lobby kiosk - as another way to capture new customers and attention.
- Our new electronic Visitor Kiosk, which is open 7 days a week, is a great way to advertise your events and business
- Customized membership packages.
- Mailing Labels - Target your marketing with the hottest mailing list in town.
- Membership Decal– 63% of consumers are more likely to buy from a Chamber member... so proudly promote your Chamber Membership with our window decal.
Development and Education
- Monthly Breakfast Meetings – Speakers representing a wide variety of topics and information present each month.
- Seminars and Webinars to assist in business development.
- Small Business Development Center & SCORE - The Chamber partners with SBDC and SCORE to give Chamber members access to additional seminars and counseling designed to take your business to the next level (or even to just get started).
- The Gateway Innovation Incubator Program is a new initiative that pairs emerging business leaders with experienced entrepreneurial veterans in the region to help jump-start their growth. Spearheaded by the Hudson Valley Gateway Foundation, the program creates mentorship connections that pass down proven strategies and insights to the next generation of local business leaders.
- Legislative Initiatives – The Chamber monitors and notifies you of important local and state issues that affect businesses and the quality of life in our region.
- Letters of Recommendation - The chamber Executive can write letters for members when needed.
- Access to cost effective health insurance through Hudson River Dental
- Referrals – The Chamber loves referring your business. Whether through phone inquiry, email, online or a visit to the Chamber’s offices, businesses, residents and visitors alike will find information about your company. Referrals through the Chamber’s website and online Membership Directory continue to grow and generate new leads for Chamber members.
- Ribbon Cuttings – The Chamber enjoys helping members celebrate the grand openings of their businesses by conducting ribbon cutting ceremonies and helping members promote the good news.
