The Connecting Thread Through Which The Community Is Woven
100 Main St
Smithfield, VA 23430
(757) 357-3502
chamber@theisle.org
The Isle of Wight · Smithfield · Windsor Chamber of Commerce

Upcoming Events

  • Business After Hours May 23
  • Virginia Business Appreciation Luncheon June 7
  • Annual Meeting September 6 

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New Business Help

If you are considering opening a new business in IoW County, your Chamber of Commerce is here to help.

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Benefits of Chamber Membership

Learn how Chamber membership benefits help grow and sustain your business. Check out our NEW prescription discount and fuel Pricelock programs.

 

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Chamber Periodicals

... Fall 2011 Newsletter 

 

..."The Isle" Magazine

 

 

The Benefits of Chamber Membership

Join the Chamber Now! Benefits of Membership

Through membership in the Chamber, you will have the opportunity to participate in exceptional training programs, gain exposure for your business at numerous networking events, and take advantage of the many business services we provide.

The benefits of becoming a member of this dynamic business organization are tangible and intangible, personal and professional. Join the Chamber Now! Below are some of the most important reasons for membership.  Promote Your Business

As a Chamber, we are loyal to our members - referring newcomers and businesses to our members and doing business with the members only. We act as a referral service for our members and always give loyalty by referring to member businesses.

Business Referrals

Chamber members are given the opportunity to market their business through various sponsorship and advertising opportunities.

Return on Investment

The rewards realized on the nominal cost of membership may surprise you. Our referral service alone connects one to many resources in this community. This is actually one of the things our staff does best. We make thousands of connections each year.

Networking Opportunities

As a member of the Isle of Wight Chamber, you will have endless opportunities to meet other members in order to promote your business interests and develop long-term relationships. Listed below are some of our most popular events:

  • Business After Hours
  • Training Sessions and Seminars
  • Special Breakfast and Lunch Programs
  • Annual Dinner Meeting
  • Committee Meetings
  • Networking with Elected Officials
  • Other special events

Education & Training Resources

As partners in today’s global economy, we all understand the need for on-going training. With that in mind, we offer the following:

  • Leadership Isle of Wight
  • Small Business Development Center—satellite
  • Lunch and Learn Seminars
  • Virtual Networking through e-commerce

Knowledge

Perhaps the most compelling reason to join the Chamber is the benefit of tapping into the knowledge of your fellow members and the Chamber staff. Together, they serve as an extension of your own staff. With membership, you gain greater access to corporate CEO's, community leaders and government officials. You feel the pulse of the business community.

Business Services

As a Chamber member, you will be able to take advantage of an array of services designed specifically for business owners:

  • Health Insurance for Small Business
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Access to Membership Database
  • New:  Prescription Discount Progam 
  • New:  Fuel Pricelock Program

For more information on these programs go to:  www.chambermemberbenefits.com/benefits

Small Business Support

More than 80% of the Chamber's membership is comprised of small business. The Chamber works to take care of small business through seminars, special programs, Chamber Solutions medical benefits and drug cards, SBDC workshops, and much more including a library filled with small business resources.

Professional Development

We have affordable professional development programs for business professionals and their employees.

Government Affairs

Committee and staff follow local, state and federal legislation which affects business and our community. We also hold meetings with local, state and federal representatives.

Involvement

Life's way too short to stand on the sidelines. Get involved and be part of the most exciting, effective organization in Isle of Wight-Smithfield-Windsor. Bring your experience and knowledge onboard to assist in strengthening our membership.

Community Investment

Just as the Chamber is important to our community, YOU are important to the Chamber. Your investment in the Chamber means an investment and commitment in the community.

And There is More!

  • Subscription to the Chamber newsletter which includes advertising opportunities
  • Subscription to the HamptonRoads Magazine
  • Listing in the Annual Directory
  • Listing on the Chamber’s website with a free link to your site
  • Resource Publications
  • Sponsorship Opportunities
  • Awards and Recognition Programs
  • Business Resource Library
Join the Chamber Now!
 

 

 

Our Sponsors:

Isle Platinum

Charter Business

Riverside

Sentara

Smithfield Foods

Isle Gold

BayPort Credit Union

Bon Secours

CR England

Consulate Health Care

Farmers Bank

Hampton Roads Magazine

Old Point National Bank

Isle Bronze

ChamberSolutions

Citizens National Bank

Community Electric Cooperative

Isle of Wight Materials

Manry Rawls

Prime Media Productions

Vic's Signs & Engraving

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