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Membership Benefits
Who is the Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce?
The Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce is the oldest Chamber in Central Oregon. It was formed in 1919 and incorporated in 1952. Our Chamber of Commerce is a private non-profit membership organization with a focused core mission: to advocate for business, to support economic development, to be a willing community partner, and to operate a visitor center for the City of Prineville. The Chamber offers business assistance, business referrals, tourist and vacation information, relocation information and community information. The Chamber is 400+ members-strong from varied business sectors and industry. Chamber membership is open to all businesses in Prineville and Crook County and to businesses with an interest in doing business in our county.
Why should my business join the Chamber of Commerce?
The Chamber of Commerce gives your business important exposure in a world where it can often be very expensive to out-market your competitors. Through networking, marketing opportunities, and cross-referrals, you can establish worthy contacts and your business can gain credibility and a presence in our community.
How can the Chamber help me promote and grow my business?
The Chamber of Commerce produces numerous publications which are circulated around the Prineville-Crook County area, as well as are sent and handed out to visitors and people looking at Relocating to our area. These opportunities are free with your membership and offer low cost marketing opportunities as well. As the Visitor's Center and main contact for information in Prineville, the Chamber also refers thousands of visitors and locals to our Chamber members each year, not to mention the thousands of people who use our online Business Directory to find the business they are looking for.
Important First Impressions. Being a member shows that your business believes in quality, customer service, and is engaged in the life of the community. As a member, you will receive a window decal that we encourage you to place on your front door or window promoting your involvement in the Chamber.
Networking. Networking is the art of building your business by building relationships. This is the era of relationship marketing. Building relationships with potential clients and customers is essential to your growth and expansion. Increase your circle of influence in the business community by meeting others at Chamber functions, including: Business After Hours, Ribbon Cuttings, Network AM, Ground Breakings, Open Houses, Anniversary Celebrations, Chamber Committees, Special Annual Events, Monthly Chamber Meetings, and networking groups.
Business Referrals. Each year the Chamber staff refers thousands of walk-in customers and phone calls to Chamber members from residents and visitors seeking products and services. These inquiries are referred only to Chamber members. The online Chamber Business Directory is a complete guide to Chamber members and receives thousands of visitors per year.
Chamber Newsletter. This monthly newsletter will keep your business informed about what is happening in the Prineville-Crook County area. Members are encouraged to submit announcements, events, and articles so that other businesses can learn more about you. The newsletter also contains educational articles and a list of classes that are offered in the area that can be useful in helping your business succeed.
Education. Take advantage of heightening your knowledge by attending Chamber seminars and workshops on topics that will help you grow and better your business. These no cost and low cost seminars will keep you on the cutting edge of need to know business topics such as contracting, employee issues, marketing, advertising, and legal issues. Business tips and educational articles can also be found in our monthly newsletter and as the featured topic at our monthly membership meetings.
Support the Community. As a member of the Chamber you will be supporting community events such as the Easter Egg Hunt, the Fourth of July Celebration, the Crooked River Roundup Rodeo & Races, and the Christmas Parade. The Chamber also advertises events for its members, non-profit organizations and schools through our monthly newsletter, The Chamber Observer, and also on our website.
Cooperative Marketing, As a Chamber member, you will be invited to exclusive opportunities to cooperatively market with other members. Cooperative marketing will not only save you and your business money, but also raise awareness of your products and services.
