Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce



-771525-49530000Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce200 Potomac Blvd Suite 4Mt. Vernon, IL 62864P: 618.242.5725 F: 618.242.5130“The Mission of the Greater Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce is to advance business interest through education, networking, marketing, legislation and economic initiatives.”402907598107500Membership IncentivesMembership has its privileges here at the Greater Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce. New Members will receive the following Materials/opportunities within their first year: Many networking and Advertising opportunities where you have the chance to meet new people and business owners in the community. FREE Member2Member Discount for each employee at member’s place of business; also members are encouraged to participate in the M2M Discount program by offering an exclusive discount and taking advantage of free promotion. Discount cards are available in the Chamber office for those who do not have a smart phone. Your Chamber will provide you with the opportunity to purchase Chamber Buck$. Chamber Buck$ is a value added program designed to keep dollars in Jefferson County. These cards can be used in your “Employee Bonus Program”, “Incentive Program” or just as a personal gift.FREE luncheon voucher where the new member + 1 guest will be given your new member plaque and the opportunity to speak to the membership about their business. It allows Chamber and community leaders to put a face with a name and to learn first-hand about the business. Luncheons after the initial plaque presentation lunch will have a $10 charge except for the December & January luncheon, they are $15. The Chamber hosts a complimentary New Member Meet & Greet Breakfast once a year, in an attempt to provide a better understanding of new member values and to showcase our newest additions and provide a venue and setting to encourage networking/relationship building opportunities with other members. Access to the weekly Chamber News Source Email that reaches 750+ people. These e-mail messages feature weekly activities and events hosted by our members. CNS is an excellent way to stay up-to-date with chamber happenings including: Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies and Open House Events etc…FREE promotion in our quarterly publication of “Chamber News” where new members will be featured.$50 Full Page Ad in our Quarterly Newsletter. (Contact the Chamber for more information.) FREE Membership list which can be found on the Chamber App, this includes contacts for each business, phone numbers, and addresses. Referral of your business to individuals/organizations contacting the JCCC Office.-38100140462000Why you should join theCHAMBER…The Jefferson county Chamber of Commerce actively organizes, promotes and participates in many events including:Hosting the Annual Golf Outing, Home Show, # Make a Splash, Downtown Dinner Scavenger Hunt, New Member Meet & Greet & the Annual Dinner. Creating and distributing Member2Member Discounts via App or Card.Creating and implementing the Chamber Buck$ program, focusing on promotion of local business.Providing leadership training through the Chamber Chats program.Fundraising on behalf of the Educational Clearinghouse Council to award Classroom Grants, Student of the Year Scholarships and partnering with Rend Lake College to award the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce/Rend Lake College Scholarship.Awarding Small Business Person of the Year, Young Professional of the Year, Ambassador of the Year (Ambassadors Council), Citizen of the Year, and The President’s Award.Conducting Monthly Chamber Luncheons held at various locations throughout Jefferson County.685800108521500Scheduling and promoting Business After Hours events and Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies.5486400000Join A CouncilThe Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce achieves many of its goals and objectives through four volunteer-based councils. Joining a council is an excellent way to network and create new relationship with other active Chamber members.Ambassador CouncilThe Ambassadors Council’s primary objectives are event involvement, and assistance in recruiting new members and membership retention. The Ambassadors Council is a strong representation of the Chamber within the community. Council members attend all Chamber functions, including luncheon and Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies/Business After Hours events.Members of this council strive to welcome and assist new Chamber Members.Meetings are held on the first Friday of every month – 7:30am – Muni West Building.Educational Clearinghouse CouncilThe Educational Clearinghouse promotes the development of quality business/education partnerships in order to establish useful educational opportunities for Jefferson County Students. The mission is to assist in preparing students to become productive and prepare in their decision to further their education or choose a career. The Council also raises funds to provide multiple scholarships and classroom grants to students/teachers in Jefferson County.Meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month – 7:30am – Muni West Building.Small Business CouncilThe mission of the Small Business Council is to coordinate activities that make a positive impact on local businesses, as well as promoting businesses/organizations to the public through initiatives and campaigns. Projects include: Small Business Person of the Year, Member2Member Discounts, JCCC Home Show, Member Plaques and the Chamber Buck$ Program.Meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month – 7:30am – Muni West Building.Special Events CouncilThe Special Events Council is responsible for increasing community awareness of the JCCC, as well as planning/facilitating events and other special activities to fundraise for the organization and provide members with enjoyable networking opportunities.Projects include: Annual Dinner, JCCC Golf Outing, Fall Fest Booth and the Downtown Dinner.Meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month – 7:30am – Muni West Building.Monthly Chamber LuncheonsThe Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce holds monthly luncheons at various locations, which is made known through the Chamber News Source email. Upon joining the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, you will be invited to a plaque presentation at a monthly luncheon event. Your first luncheon with us is free!Monthly Luncheons are considered our monthly membership meetings. Attending these meetings gives the new member (YOU) an excellent networking opportunity and chance to promote your business/organization.PLEASE JOIN US! ................
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