Happy New Year!
January always brings thoughts of resolutions - and to consider new opportunities: like taking full advantage of your chamber membership! Be sure to sign up for the upcoming networking event (see details below) and if you've received your membership renewal, return it as soon as possible in order to continue your membership benefits.
Stay warm and always remember to
Shop Arlington 1st!All the best in the new year,
YOUR Chamber of Commerce
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STOP THE PRESS:
Membership benefits continue to be enhanced - exclusive to members, adjusted pricing now in effect for Networking and Breakfast events.
With our continued focus on enhancing and adding value to your membership while listening to your feedback, the Chamber is pleased to announce an adjustment to registration fees. Exclusive to Chamber members, Early Bird registration for most Networking and Breakfast events is now just $5/member, so do take advantage of a great networking opportunity and sign up for our January event today!
New Year Networking
Tuesday, Jan 25, 2011
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Cambridge Savings Bank, Arlington Center Branch, 626 Mass Ave, 02476
Join us for an evening of networking and an opportunity to explore a new Business Resource Center located at Cambridge Savings Bank, Arlington Center Branch. The Resource Center offers complimentary access to many business services. Print a document from your Blackberry, send or receive a fax, check the latest business news via internet or TV, or book the space for meetings during regular business hours.
Come along to network, enjoy a glass of wine and explore ways to utilize this new complimentary business facility for yourself!
Registration link: https://www.leaderbank.com/arlcc.asp
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Don't let your Chamber Membership lapse
Many of our members will have received an invoice for their 2011 membership renewal via email in the last few weeks.
If you've received your renewal invoice but haven't returned it as yet, please take a minute to support your chamber and renew your membership. As a non-profit organization we rely upon your membership dues to continue to maintain support, staffing, programs, and events. Your continued support helps us to keep fighting for your business.
Misplaced our invoice? Just call us on 781 643 4600
Thanks to the essential business contacts and range of services, the Chamber broadens your network and gives access to benefits geared to contributing and helping you grow your business.
How does the Arlington Chamber of Commerce work for you?
· Serves as a business advocate in town and local affairs
· Provides connection within the business community through networking and association
· Helps create and maintain a climate for your business to grow and succeed
What's in it for me?
We understand that saving money is just as important as making money when running a successful business. It is for this reason that we offer business advice, information and support services to our members - nearly all of which are available either at no cost, or at substantially discounted rates.
Getting value from your Chamber membership is very easy. Simply through making the most of our services and networking opportunities, your savings can easily outweigh the cost of your annual subscription.
So what can you can expect from your Arlington Chamber Membership in 2011?
- We'll keep you informed
- Promote your business within the membership community
- Offer networking, marketing and sponsorship opportunities
- Provide access to a range of business services
- Enable independent representation and the opportunity to influence town policy-makers
- Continue to enhance membership with added value benefits exclusive to members. Examples in 2010 - Shop Arlington First program offered as an added value benefit at no cost to you and our Member to Member discount program introduced in 2010.
- More to come in 2011!
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News from fellow Chamber Members....Don't Forget to Vote!
Customer Choice Deadline Looms
We want to donate $50,000 to local, non-profits organizations but we need your help. If you are a Watertown Savings Bank customer you are eligible to vote. These funds make a big impact on dozens of hard-working organizations that contribute substantially to the quality of life in our communities. Tell your friends and family to be sure to vote in the 15th Annual Customer Choice Awards. One vote per customer. All organizations earning 1% or more of the total number of votes will receive funds. Ballots are available in each branch lobby. Or you can vote online by clicking HERE. Vote today!
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