WE ARE: BIDDEFORD + SACO SACO + BIDDEFORD ONE DYNAMIC ECONOMIC CENTER COME GROW WITH US! Membership Information

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1 WE ARE: BIDDEFORD + SACO SACO + BIDDEFORD ONE DYNAMIC ECONOMIC CENTER COME GROW WITH US! Membership Information

2 5 REASONS YOUR BUSINESS SHOULD JOIN OUR CHAMBER 1. The Biddeford + Saco Chamber is the most exciting & fastest growing Chamber in Maine. 2. Our Chamber is an association of local businesses, providing excellent opportunities for networking & collaboration. 3. We keep our members up-to-date on Federal, State & Local regulations that affect your business, and advocate on behalf of the membership. 4. The Chamber can promote you with guidance, resource materials, advertising opportunities, business directories and other assistance in promoting your products & services. 5. We provide many services and fun activities for the residents & children of the community, as well as the region s many seasonal visitors. In Business for Business The Biddeford+Saco Chamber of Commerce & Industry, founded in 1927, is an association of businesses, organizations and individuals formed to foster a strong local economy and a quality of life which will encourage people to visit, live and work in the Biddeford+Saco area. The Chamber is a membership-based organization with 400+ members including 32 communities and 4 states. We are unique because we are supported by sister cities which have an outstanding diversity of businesses. Our communities are a significant economic generator for York County and the State of Maine. The Chamber also serves as Biddeford+Saco s Welcome Center. Our offices are located at 28 Water Street, Biddeford, Maine. When you visit the Welcome Center you will find maps; menus; travel guides; business contact information, and a friendly and informed staff of volunteers ready to answer your questions about the community and if they don t have the answer they will find it. The Chamber promotes its business members first when inquiries are received. This gives our membership a competitive advantage. Our staff is encouraged to attend meetings; public hearings; seminars, and lectures to gather the latest information to disburse to our members. Staff members serve on committees, commissions and task forces to ensure our business members interests are well served and views represented. The Chamber employs the latest technology in communicating with its members. Our Website, Facebook and Twitter sites are constantly updated to highlight networking functions, promote members and share information. * 28 Water Street - Suite 1 ~ Biddeford, Maine * (207)

3 MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS Experience the benefits of participating in a powerful, time-tested organizational network where individuals; businesses; and our communities are the most important assets. These are just some of the many features offered to the members of the Biddeford+Saco Chamber of Commerce. To learn more please contact the Chamber or ask any of our members. Business After Hours A networking event. Each Business After Hours is hosted by a member in cooperation with the Chamber, and is held at a different location for each meeting. Members meet and build relationships in a relaxed, social setting with business people from small, mid-size and large area companies & organizations representing a variety of industries. A typical BAH draws a crowd of people. Grand Openings / Ribbon Cuttings Opening a business? Recently invest in the renovation of your existing business? Move to a new location? We help spread the news. Promoting business highlights and encouraging media coverage are among ways the Chamber helps its members inform the community of its efforts. The Chamber has participated in over 100 Ribbon Cuttings & Grand Openings over the last 5 years. Political & Government Affairs The Chamber represents our Region on Maine Beaches Association, Maine Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives and the State Chamber Board of Directors. They also follow local, state and federal legislation which affects business and the community. The Biddeford+Saco Chamber of Commerce holds meetings with local, state and federal representatives offering local business owners a way to have their voices heard. Workshops, Training & Small Business Support The Chamber membership includes small businesses, large businesses and corporations. Large or small the Chamber works for all members through seminars, workshops, training luncheons and roundtable discussions. We are continuously adding informative events to our calendar. Past sessions have included health care discussions, tax information, stress management and self defense for all. These meetings are always open to the general public. For a complete list of upcoming events please visit our website. Community Building & Enhancement The Chamber hosts and participates in a variety of community, & charitable events. Among these are the annual golf tournament. Chamber events offer members an opportunity to promote their businesses and their community.

4 Membership Benefits Continued Chamber Blue Options - Health Care Offering The Chamber is a member of the Maine Chamber Alliance which allows many cost saving health care programs. Eye glasses and dental care are included in some programs. Please contact the Chamber to learn more. Advertising Discounts & Business Listings As a member of the Biddeford+Saco Chamber of Commerce, you are entitled to several discounted advertising/sponsorship opportunities including print, TV and online promotions. Business listing in our most popular Area Information & Visitors Guide which is distributed from Canada to Pennsylvania. Enhanced directory listing on the Chamber s website. New members receive mention (along with their business description and link) in our newsletter as well as through our online social network. Referral Service The return seen on the minimal membership investment will surprise you. Referrals alone are one of the most sited benefits of membership by fellow members. The Chamber acts as the ambassador for the Cities of Biddeford and Saco. The Chamber is the first stop for visitors who are looking for information about our area and about Maine. Our staff promotes Chamber Member businesses to several hundred visitors and locals each month. Calendar Listings Members may promote their events through the Chamber s online calendar and other applicable outlets. A Great Way To Get Involved Become a Chamber Ambassador This committee is dedicated to supporting the Chamber Board of Directors and staff in organizational development. This includes but is not limited to; recruitment of new members, actively promoting the Chamber at community functions and exercising any and all means to achieve member retention. This is an all volunteer committee which offers tremendous networking opportunities. Participating on the Ambassador Committee not only helps your business community, but also sets the stage for close networking with the ability to showcase your own skills. What better way to advertise yourself? Anyone interested should contact: The Chamber at Contact the Chamber for more information today! (207) Making thousands of connections each year is what we do best! Conference Room The chamber offers members the availability of its elegant conference room at an affordable rate of only $50 for a half day or $100 for a full day. Non-Member rate is slightly more. The benefits of becoming a member of this dynamic business organization are tangible and intangible, personal and professional. * 28 Water Street - Suite 1 ~ Biddeford, Maine * (207)

5 Membership Types Membership Rates Employees Included Rate (yr) GENERAL: doctors, accountants, architects, engineers, lawyers, dentists, chiropractors, real estate, insurance, builders, mason, manufacturers, processors, golf courses, amusement parks, etc. 3 included $5.50 each additional (4-50) $1.00 each after 50 FINANCIAL INSTITUTION NATIONAL CHAIN STORE Main Branch - $500 / Additional Branches - $250 per branch. One store location - All employees included. $500 $500 LODGING: hotels, motels, B&B s, inns, CAMPGROUNDS RESTAURANTS All $11.00 per unit after the first 30 Max rate: $1000 All $1.00 per site each additional after 50 All $1.00 each additional seat after 50 Up to 30 Units Up to 50 Sites Up to 50 Seats UTILITIES: electric, telephone, cable, water, internet, etc. All $400 NON PROFIT: 501(C3) Organizations: primarily funded by donations THEATERS 3 included $1.00 each additional All (1-12 screens) $150 $300 PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT / SHOPPING CENTER All $400 SPONSOR / FRIEND Any individual who believes in supporting the Chamber. $125

6 Membership Application Date: Business Name: Mailing Address: Physical Address: (if different from mailings) - Key Contact for Membership: Office #: Cell #: Website Address: Membership Category: Total Employees F/T: P/T: Units/Seats (if applicable) Payment type: Visa/MC #: Exp: Name on Card: CVC: Billing Zip #: (3 digits on back) Please make checks payable to: Biddeford+Saco Chamber of Commerce *Per the Internal Revenue Service: The Biddeford+Saco Chamber of Commerce & Industry is designated as a 501c6 not for profit. Dues may not be deducted as a charitable donation. Dues may be deducted as a business expense. Office Use Only DATE JOINED: DUES AMOUNT: * 28 Water Street - Suite 1 ~ Biddeford, Maine * (207)