Membership Information
The Swansboro Area Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization owned and operated by business leaders who care about our community. The Chamber's mission is to promote business growth, to serve members with professional development opportunities, and to affect public policy decisions to the benefit of the Swansboro area business community.
Development Connections
The Chamber encourages the growth of existing companies and works to attract new business to the Swansboro Area.
Networking Connections
The Chamber connects Swansboro and surrounding area business communities. We sponsor networking events year round, including our Business After Hours and General Membership Meetings held monthly, and our Annual Business Showcase.
Marketing Connection
Chamber members have the opportunity to promote their businesses and expose their message to both the general membership and the community with different levels of membership. New members receive exposure in our newsletter, Chamber Tidings. All members receive a free listing on the chamber website. (www.swansboroncchamber.com) The Chamber also fields calls for referrals and we promote only Chamber members.
The Chamber has several membership levels designed to provide greater value for our members. This helps us better serve members at various levels – from those who want basic access to networking and information, to those who want to support not only the Chamber, but economic development and quality of life issues in our area.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP
Minimum investment of $275 and renewal fee each of $250
Membership in the Chamber demonstrates a company’s pledge to helping improve economic strength and quality of life. In return, Chamber members benefit from the wealth of networking and growth opportunities exclusively provided through membership.
Individual
Minimum investment of $125 and a renewal fee each year of $100
The Chamber’s Individual level consists of Chamber members who want to provide direction for the Chamber and the Swansboro area as a whole. These are some of the areas most devoted Individuals, those who are determined to see that our community grows by contributing their time, talent and resources.
Silver Level
Minimum investment of $1,200
The Chamber’s Silver Level is intended for the business that is looking to have greater impact on the community, and reap greater benefits of membership as a result.
Membership (primary business only)
One single booth at the 2008 Business Showcase
Link on the Home Page of the Chamber's website
Recognition at Chamber events
Recognition in the monthly Chamber newsletter
Team sponsor for the Swansboro Pig Cook-Off
Six (6) meal tickets for the Swansboro Pig Cook-Off
One (1) hole sponsor for the Chamber's Annual
Golf Tournament
Gold Level
Minimum investment of $2,000
The Chamber’s Gold Level was established for companies who are devoted to quality business growth in the community. Gold Level members recognize that in order for the economy to continue on a pattern of growth and prosperity, the expansion and maintenance of our business community is essential.
Membership (primary business only)
One (1) single booth at the 2008 Business Showcase
Team sponsor for the Swansboro Pig Cook-Off
Eight (8) meal tickets for the Swansboro Pig Cook-Off.
One (1) team for the Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament
One (1) hole sponsorship for the Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament
Link on the Home Page of the Chamber's website
Recognition at Chamber events
Recognition in the monthly Chamber newsletter
Recognition in all advertising the Chamber Board approves for the fiscal year
Platinum
Level
Minimum investment of $5,000
The Chamber’s Platinum Level showcases the most engaged and committed companies in the market. They support the Chamber at a high level because of their belief that a vibrant community with an exceptional quality of life will contribute to the success of their businesses. They are top businesses who bring their resources to the table to make Swansboro an exceptional place to live and work.
Titles Sponsorship event of choice, subject to availability (1st come, 1st serve) Swansboro Pig Cook-Off, Business Showcase, Annual Golf Tournament
Membership (primary business only)
One (1) double booth at 2008 Business Showcase
One (1) team for the Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament
One (1) hole sponsorship for the Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament
Team sponsor for the Swansboro Pig Cook-Off
Twenty-four (24) meal tickets for the Swansboro Pig Cook-Off
Link on the Home Page of the Chamber's website
Recognition in the monthly Chamber Newsletter
Recognition at Chamber events
Recognition in all advertising the Chamber Board approves for the fiscal year.
The below listed business hereby applies for membership in the Swansboro Area Chamber of Commerce to help promote the economic and civic growth of the Swansboro and Surrounding Areas.
[ ] Business $275.00 [ ] Individual/Non-Profit $125.00
Business Name
Business License #
Business Owner or Contact Person
Phone # Fax#
E-Mail Address
Website
Business Address
Mailing Address
Business Classification
Hours of Operation
So that we can better support you, please provide a short history of your company. How long have you been in business and what products and services you offer.
For more information on what the Chamber can do for your business, call the Chamber office at (910) 326-1174 or email us at swansboronc@tcp2.com. Our office is open Monday thru Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm. Remember,
IT'S GOOD BUSINESS TO DO BUSINESS WITH CHAMBER MEMBERS!