why the chamber?
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Our members, programs, events and sponsors are what make us the most dynamic chamber in Kentuckiana. Whether it’s our networking events, Business Expo, Synergy Groups, Think Tank Series, Monthly Meetings with great speakers, or community celebrations, our members engage to get the best ROI. That’s not just return-on-investment but Return-On-Involvement. The Chamber makes being a member engaging. Our members make being a member rewarding. Come see us! Attend one of our events as a guest, talk to our members; visit our office. If you invest in a business organization, you need a business organization that invests in you!TRANSCRIPT
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Chamber Partners
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Chamber Partners
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60 Zip codes and growing…
From humble beginnings in 1955 to
the fastest growing chamber in the area
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Through our programs,
benefits and events
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The Chamber helps you meet your business
goalsSynergy Groups ● 5:05 Networking
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and create opportunities for growth.
Monthly Business Meetings ● Networking at Noon
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ROI @ The Chamber
Chamber programs for every size business.
Group Health Insurance
Auto, Home Life Insurance Discounts
Payroll Services
Office Supply Discounts
Credit Card Processing
Save Local Now
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73% increase in Consumer Awareness
68% increase in
Local Reputation
10% more likely to be
perceived to have higher
value products
80% increase in likelihood
that consumers will return
49% increase in Consumer Favorabilit
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Membership Benefits
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Involvement: Key to Growth
Grow with the Chamber of St. Matthews
Get more value out of membership:
• Increase cash flow with member savings
• Increase leads through networking• Promote your business with low
cost advertising• Engage with community through
Signature Events
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Community Advocacy
Signature events provide access to thousands across the region:
St. Matthews Street Festival
Halloween in Brown Park
Light Up St. Matthews
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Chamber Networking
The Chamber provides a forum to
build strong relationships and business alliances
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Chamber Communications
Easy to navigate website with dynamic layout for all devices
Free event listings for members
Social media promotion
Online registration for all Chamber events
Enhanced Member Directory Listings
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Committees
Forge long-term business relationships through collaboration with other
business leaders
Business Programs CommitteeMarketing CommitteeThink Tank CommitteeCommunity Events Committee
Engage, Connect, Grow
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Synergy Groups
Property Solutions Louisville
Senior Services
New Groups forming now
Build trusted, lasting business relationships,
grow professionally, and establish a referral
network
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Monthly Business Meetings
Be informed, be entertained, be inspired…
Monthly meetings offer something for everyone
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St. Matthews Street Festival
Annual Street Festival highlighting member
businesses, community pride, fun and business
development opportunities galore
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Halloween in Brown Park
Businesses treat over 2,000 children and families with
Halloween fun and safe trick-or-treating
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Light Up St. Matthews
The Chamber’s signature holiday event; thousands
celebrate the season and Light Up Brown Park in St. Matthews
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Ribbon Cuttings
Chamber sponsored member ribbon
cuttings highlight new and growing
businesses
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ADP
Offers our members preferred programs
and pricing for payroll services.
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Card Payment Solutions
Preferred merchant services provider offers
exclusive member pricing, free quotes with
no obligation
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Merit Harbor Advisors
Enhancing member benefits for Auto, Home
and Life insurance discounts, and
CASHBACK Program for claim free periods
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Office Depot
This member-only program is documented to save between 5-30%
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Office Depot
Member only health insurance trust that is risk-rated, capable of saving 5-30% on insurance costs.
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Chamber Partners
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Chamber Partners