What is the purpose of the Chamber of Commerce?

SUPPORTS LOCAL BUSINESSES

The Chamber’s mission is creating an environment in which businesses can prosper. The main function of a Chamber of Commerce is to promote interest in local business possibilities.

ORGANIZES BIRCH BAY EVENTS

Birch Bay events are designed to engage both visitors and residents. Our events promote togetherness and connections in our community.

MANAGES THE VISITOR CENTER

The Chamber of Commerce is in charge of the Birch Bay Visitor Information Center which receives thousands of visitors and inquiries each year.

BUSINESS CREDIBILITY

When consumers know that a small business is a member of their local chamber of commerce, they are 44% more likely to think favorably of it and 63%more likely to purchase goods or services from the company in the future.

*Study by the The Shapiro Group, Inc. and Market Street Services

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

The chamber’s most fundamental mission is to generate more business activity for the community. The chamber initiates more business-to-business commerce and more opportunities for networking and connecting local professionals than is available through most other local organizations.

PROMOTION AND VISIBILITY

The chamber offers a wide-range of advertising options and sponsorship packages. A business can sponsor entire programs or events through a chamber. Beyond the paid advertising options, the chamber also provides business promotion for free through monthly and annual awards, social media, regular newsletters and printed materials.