Reasons to Join the Chamber

Building Relationships, Building Business.

Being active in the local Chamber of Commerce is an effective business strategy. It communicates to consumers that a company uses good practices, is reputable, cares about its customers, and is involved in its community on a variety of levels.

Networking

Expand your business through contacts made at Chamber events. By partnering through your membership and attending events, you’ll create a valuable presence in the community. These events provide the opportunity to come together to exchange ideas, create working relationships and expand your business network.

Marketing

The Chamber will cross promote member events & support your special business promotions through the Chamber e-blasts, social media, and print channels.

Ribbon Cuttings

Whether you are a new business in Town, or celebrating an opening anniversary, the Chamber will arrange for a ribbon cutting with the First Selectman and write a press release as well.

Referrals

The Chamber is often the first place visitors and business owners look for referrals on products, services, events and happenings. When the office phone rings or we receive an inquiry requesting information about a business or service in town, we refer them immediately to the appropriate member(s).

The Town & Chamber Partnership

The Chamber partners with the Fairfield Economic Development Department to support “Shop Local” and also co-sponsor town-wide events that continue to educate, create awareness, and help sustain business within the community.

Access to Town Officials & Political Leaders:

Members gain access to business leaders, town officials and state representatives as we keep you up-to-date on important local issues. The Chamber is also a source for reporting on current Legislative issues, laws & policy affecting business on both local and state level.

Advertising & Sponsorship

Increase your business logo and name recognition on-line or through Chamber publications.

• Web site www.FairfieldCTChamber.com
• Annual Visitor’s Guide and Business Directory – 2,000 copies distributed annually
• Event Promotional Materials
• Daily Eblasts
  • Monday Money Saver
  • Tuesday Topics
  • Wednesday Member Spotlight
  • Thursday Non-Profits
  • Friday The Weekend is Here

Directory & Online Listing

Your business will be listed by: business, name and category in the Annual Visitor’s Guide and Business Directory. The online directory also includes a link to your web site.

Street Banner Program:

“Support Local Business” banners fly throughout downtown with your logo and business name. Chamber members receive a lower reservation rate for this once-a-year advertising opportunity.

Constant Contact Discounts

As a Chamber member, you are eligible for a 20% or 25% discount off your program.

Certificates of Origin

Certificates are signed for free as a Chamber member ($35 for non-members). A 24-hour notice is required for this service.

Information Resource

Use the Chamber as a source of information five days a week during business hours or 24/7 through the Chamber of Commerce website.

Business After Hours

A great opportunity to showcase and show-off your business!  A very popular networking event, BAH’s are scheduled each month from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.  Approximately 40-50 people attend, depending on the venue.  If you are interested in being a host, you can ask the Chamber for availability.  During the 1 ½  hours, the host will provide beverages & appetizers for the guests, and also have the opportunity to speak about their company and distribute promotional materials and/or giveaways.  The Chamber will send out a press release about the event and your company,  market the event, send out the invites, track the responses and have a staff member at a registration table near your front door to check-in guests.  A perfect way to promote your business!

Business Before Hours: Chamber Coffee Connect

A great opportunity to start the workday and showcase your business on the way to work!  A very popular networking event, Chamber Coffee Connect are scheduled for the first Tuesday of each month from 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.  Approximately 40-50 people attend, depending on the venue.  If you are interested in being a host, you can ask the Chamber for availability.  During the 1 hour, the host will provide beverages & appetizers for the guests, and also have the opportunity to speak about their company.  The Chamber will create the marketing material for the event, promote the event, create social media posts and take photographs at the event. A staff member will be at a registration table near your front door to check-in guests so you can host your event! A perfect way to promote your business quickly and efficiently!

A great opportunity to showcase and show-off your business!  A very popular networking event, BAH’s are scheduled each month from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.  Approximately 40-50 people attend, depending on the venue.  If you are interested in being a host, you can ask the Chamber for availability.  During the 1 ½  hours, the host will provide beverages & appetizers for the guests, and also have the opportunity to speak about their company and distribute promotional materials and/or giveaways.  The Chamber will send out a press release about the event and your company,  market the event, send out the invites, track the responses and have a staff member at a registration table near your front door to check-in guests.  A perfect way to promote your business!

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