What is a Chamber of Commerce?
A Chamber of Commerce is a volunteer based, not for profit federation of the business community uniting the efforts of business and professional individuals to ensure a healthy economic and socioeconomic base to benefit the entire community. The Chamber harnesses the tremendous potential of the private enterprise system, and enables its membership to accomplish collectively, what no one could do as an individual.
How does it work?
The policies and programs of the Chamber are determined by the Board of Directors, who in-turn, are elected by the membership.
Who Finances the Chamber?
The Chamber is a 'business,' which incurs operation costs and expenses similar to any other type of business. Those expenses are apportioned among its members individuals and firms, representing all types of business, industry and the professions, who all share a mutual desire to achieve a better community for its citizens.
Chamber membership is an INVESTMENT in the present and future welfare of both the individual, and the community.
 When Should I Join?
TODAY! Do not wait until tomorrow, the opportunities available to you as a chamber member are challenging and profitable. The benefits are tangibles for the individual as well as the community. Today's investment in the Sussex & District Chamber of Commerce will produce immediate results and continued returns. If you feel committed to your business and your community's future, then become involved with Chamber.
Education
The Sussex & District Chamber of Commerce holds Lunch and Learn sessions
at the monthly meeting on topics of interest to business, using local speakers, with a price reductions to Chamber members. The Sussex & District Chamber of Commerce; Business Development Bank of Canada; Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency; Fundy Region Development Commission; and the Province of New Brunswick (Advanced Education and Labour) sponsor a service of business workshops designed to inform, educate, and motivate local small business owners and managers. This is also offered at a reduced rate for Chamber members.
Promotion
The Chamber encourages members to 'Buy Sussex and Area' and some members offer member to member discounts. The Annual Golf Tournament provides members with opportunities to invite clients, or potential clients, out for a little competition, delicious food, and a great time. Member businesses are invited to display promotional material at the Chamber Tourist Bureau. As a Chamber member, your business will be listed as part of a profile page here on the Chamber Web-site. |
