Chamber increases visibility, exposure of members

Are you wondering if it is worthwhile to join a chamber of commerce?

Wonder no more.

With the Oswego Area Chamber of Commerce, for instance, memberships mean more than just getting a directory listing and attending events.

It also means providing you with the opportunity to gain exposure for your business.

“We give referrals to anyone who asks for who does a certain product/service and we only refer chamber businesses,” Oswego Area Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Angie Hibben said. “We repost your information about events, specials, job opportunities on our website and Facebook page. You get all your contact information on our website with description – many people don’t call or email they go straight to the website to find what they need when looking for a business/service. And people are more likely to do business with a business that is a member of a chamber.”

Currently, more than 500 members spanning 22 communities around the Oswego area have taken advantage of the opportunity.

But to fully realize the benefits of the Oswego Area Chamber of Commerce, you must take the next step.

That means getting involved in one of the Chamber’s many committees, groups, and events, which will afford you the opportunity to meet more people and make more business connections.

“The more time and effort you put in the more you get out of the chamber – the same as the more time and effort you put into your business it shows,” Hibben said. “Where else can you get all the marketing benefits for the small price of a chamber membership? Advertising is expensive and we help you market/advertise your business with referrals we give out, your website link and the reposting that we do.”

The organization also offers networking opportunities and multi-chamber events which allow members to meet a wide variety of businesses and individuals.

Don’t wait to take advantage of these member-exclusive benefits.

Oswego Area Chamber of Commerce : 73 W Van Buren Street : Oswego, IL 60543 : 630.554.3505 http://www.oswegochamber.org/