Chamber of Commerce 101
How can an investment in the Chamber of Commerce help my business?
- Establish business relationships at networking events
- Opportunities for growth (professionally and individually)
- Access to resources and grant information
- Community involvement/volunteerism
- Attend professional or skill building workshops
- Collaboration (a place to troubleshoot and cheer each other on)
- Sponsorship and advertising
- Build your company image through Convention Visitors Bureau welcome packets and relocation information requests
- Increase business exposure through the Convention Visitors Bureau website, Chamber of Commerce social media, monthly newsletter, and sponsorships
- The chamber does the leg work in bringing people together
Did you know that for every $100 spent at a local business:
- $68 remains in local economy. That money goes back into schools, local jobs, and community projects---helping communitites service and thrive!
- $32 leaves local economy.
For Every $100 Spent At a Non-Locally Owned Business:
- $43 remains in local economy when you shop at a big-box store.
- $57 leaves local economy
Here’s why shopping small matters more than ever:
- Small businesses create jobs. Rural small businesses provide two out of every three new jobs in their communities, keeping families rooted and Main Streets alive.
- Local businesses give back. On average, small businesses donate 250% more to local charities and causes than national chains.
- Thriving local economies attract growth. Studies show that when small businesses succeed, property values increase, schools improve, and more entrepreneurs are inspired to invest in the area.
GoLocal! ND
What is it? It'a about economic diversification, which is one of the top priorities of Vision West ND. Vision West ND is a regional grassroots effort to promote and enhance quality of life and economic expansion in western North Dakota. Vision West ND is a network that shares information, experiences, and resources for positive planning at the local levels. The consortium is a collaborative team of representives from western North Dakota counties, cities, economic development centers, universities,buisnesses, and state organizations who areinterested in the sustainability for western North Dakota.
What is the Goal for Vision West ND?
- The goal of Vision West ND’s GoLocal! ND initiative is to help create thriving local economies throughout western North Dakota by maximizing the potential of local businesses and transferring market share (business, government, and consumer purchases) from non-locally owned businesses to locally-owned businesses.