What Are The Benefits Of Membership
The Chamber provides support to existing industry and business
when they are expanding and recruitment of new business and
industry. This brings in more citizens to the area, which
in turn increases your customer base and
the community's tax base. Increased taxes mean enhanced school
programs and infrastructure to the area.
Speak for the business community as a whole.
- The Chamber also coordinates and/or promotes numerous
worthy community projects.
- Maintain an information center to answer requests from
citizens world wide.
The Chamber has provided support that has brought in diversified
industry to Conway County creating a very low unemployment
rate for the county. We also coordinate the workforce training
to enhance our labor pool.
What is a Chamber of Commerce?
The Chamber of Commerce is the business community working
together. It is the central agency that corrals the forces
of the community for its improvement and development - in
business, in industry and in the professions. Together, the
Chamber does what no one person can do by himself.
The Chamber is a voluntary organization composed of members
who contribute personal and financial support because they
choose to do so. It is a democratic organization that operates
according to a written set of by-laws and constitution.
It is eight years older than the Declaration of
Independence. New York State's Chamber was the
first Chamber established in 1768.
Who are the members of the Chamber?
All who want to improve the community are eligible for membership,
either firm or individual, in business, industry, or the
professions. Only ethical and community-minded members are
invited. A membership in the Chamber of Commerce is an investment
in a better local community, an investment in a better America!
To learn more about the benefits of Chamber membership and
your opportunity to participate in shaping your community's
future, call us-we are your local Chamber of Commerce.
How is it organized?
The Board of Directors of the Chamber, elected by its members,
sets the policy for the Chamber. It serves without pay. The
board also supervises several committees, which are set up
to handle specific projects. The President heads the Chamber
and has a paid staff under him. The size of the staff depends
on the demands and needs of the community and the amount
of work the Chamber carries out.
How is it financed?
The Chamber is financed on a voluntary basis; its expense
is apportioned among its members, individuals, and firms.
Business, industry and the professions are represented. The
membership consists of those who sincerely desire to build
a better business climate and community in which to live.
Membership in a Chamber of Commerce is an investment in the
present and future of your family, your community and your
business.
What does it do?
We're the voice of Morrilton and Conway County; the central
organization in which you and your fellow business people
join hands to promote the projects that benefit you, your
family, your business, and your community.
This includes developing industry and trade, promoting civic
activities, providing publicity and public relations for
the community, and much more. The variety and scope of activities
is virtually unlimited, depending on the needs of the community.
The Chamber does not carry out this work alone, but works
closely with other organizations and public officials. Its
aim is to help all members. The Chamber's job is community
development. The Chamber may also suggest changes and improvements
in legislation of the local body, the county, state, and
nation, in such matters as taxes, the freight rate structure,
and others.
How does it work?
The lifeblood of the Chamber is the committee. This is the
working horse, the unit that accomplishes the aims and objectives.
The kind and number of committees depend on the needs of
the community and the policy of the Chamber to satisfy these
needs. Such committees might, for example, be of this type:
- Committees for business promotion - stimulation of new
business, informative seminars, building up the retail
trade area, improving the business condition of the farmer.
- Committees for community improvement - solving the traffic
and parking problems, beautifying the physical facilities
of the city, bettering the local health and safety.
- Committees for good citizenship - cooperating with the
schools in improving education, encouraging better legislation
on all levels of government.
- Committees for internal organization of the Chamber promoting
the membership campaign, instituting a ways and mean set-up,
outlining its program of work.
What specific services does the Chamber offer?
As the "FRONT DOOR" of the community, the Chamber
welcomes newcomers, visitors and all others making inquiry
of the community. It maintains a library of directories,
reports, surveys, maps, tourist and travel folders, community
functions and events for the use of its member.
Information Bureau
The Chamber provides statistics and general information
such as the social atmosphere of Morrilton, retail sales,
school enrollment, population, employment, taxes, transportation
services, industrial expansion, census data, and financial
data.
- Industrial directories - City of Morrilton and Conway
County
- Telephone directories
- Civic clubs and organizations
- Tourism brochures
- Relocation packets
Acting as a Sales Manager
We sell your city, your products and your services to people
everywhere by developing trade area and creating new markets.
Acting as a Business Agent
We serve as a clearinghouse for surveys and studies, and
conduct labor market studies.
More Services
We fully, promptly and courteously answer scores of inquires
about our city and area. The Chamber receives questions about
tourism, business and relocation every day. We create a favorable
impression of our city by building public esteem.
Be a Part of the Action
Because you prosper as the city prospers. By helping to
build a thriving community, your investment is strengthened
and helping to build a thriving community broadens your opportunities.
Because progress and prosperity depend on the development
of a sound economic and social structure. These result from
a continued program of activities designed to cultivate opportunities.
Because the support of all businesses is necessary to bring
about economic betterment to your city, and provide civic
improvements.
Because you are a citizen of our county, doing business
and sharing in our prosperity. The obligation of citizenship
challenges you to subscribe actively to the advancement of
the community.
Because these goals can be reached only by a united effort
through an organization equipped and staffed to study and
conduct a sound program for community progress.
Because your Chamber of Commerce is the only organization
prepared to undertake these efforts and actively promote
the civic and economic development of our community.
BE A PART OF THE ACTION…
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