Increased Exposure
Networking Events and Leads Groups - networking is invaluable for making contact with current and prospective clients. In the casual, open, and friendly environment, both in person and online is the hallmark of The Chamber of Southern Saratoga County, you can develop new business while having fun. Find out more!
Business referral service - bringing customers directly to your door. The Chamber is frequently the first stop for individuals seeking specific products and services in the area. We ONLY refer our members! Plus, doing business with fellow Chamber members and vice versa is a great way to support each other.
Advertising, Marketing, and Sponsorships - Members are encouraged to take advantage of a number of cost effective marketing and advertising opportunities through the Chamber.
Grand Openings/Ribbon Cuttings - These ceremonies, which increase the visibility of new or expanding businesses, are provided to Chamber members. Chamber representatives will provide the ribbon, scissors, and take photos that are published in the Bottomline Newsletter and on the Chamber's website.
Value Added Services
Bright Choices Insurance Plans - including health, dental, long-term care insurance, and disability. Find out more!
Member Discounts on Constant Contact - Enjoy additional discounts of up to 24% on your email marketing with the Chamber's partnership with Constant Contact.
Savings on Your Energy Costs - Members in Clifton Park, Halfmoon, Stillwater, Mechanicville and Waterford can cut their electricity and natural gas costs through the purchasing power of a large group.
Educational Seminars - The Chamber partners with the Job Service Employer Committee (JSEC) to offer monthly seminars on a variety of topics of interest to your business including human resources, legal, marketing, technology, finances, and customer service. All seminars are presented by Chamber members or partners. For a list of current seminars!
Involvement in the Tech Valley Global Business Network - The Tech Valley Global Business Network (TVGBN) is a volunteer-based, not-for-profit collaboration dedicated to providing education and networking opportunities for expanding international trade in New York's Tech Valley. Find
out more!
Meeting Space Rental - Members can rent space at the Chamber offices for meetings, seminars, and other business events. Find out more!
Pro Bono Business Counseling - The Chamber partners with the Small Business Development Center University at Albany and SCORE, America's Counselors to Small Business to provide the business community with individual business counseling at no cost!
Committees - Members are encouraged to share their skills and expertise in one of the many targeted Chamber committees. Find out more!
Certificates of Origin - the necessary documentation for oversees shipments and certificates of origin are provided to Chamber members at no cost. All other companies are charged $50 per certificate.
Tax Deductibility - Membership in the Chamber is 95% deductible as a necessary business expense.
Advocacy
Government Advocacy for Your Business - The Chamber is your voice in local, county, and state government, addressing issues that directly impact your business and lobbying on your behalf. Find out more!
Leadership in Tech Valley - As the only Chamber in Saratoga County in the Tech Valley Chamber Coalition, we represent your interests as a Saratoga County business in emerging Tech Valley initiatives.