Member Benefits

Communication - Newsletters, weekly media reports on the radio and in the newspaper, local newspaper features, Cable 3 reports and business correspondence.

Economic Development - Assistance with member expansion or relocation projects.  Tourism promotion.  Community quality of life projects and beautification.

Educational Opportunities - Free one-on-one small business counseling provided by the Small Business Development Center – UWO plus affordable educational workshops and programs.

Advertising Opportunities - Free promotional features in the Chamber newsletter, WJMQ Chamber radio report, local newspaper and Chamber and community events.  Joint advertising programs in the newspapers, on the radio and using direct mail.

Insurance Savings - Exclusive to Chamber members – Network Health ChamberPlus Plan includes options offering discounts for small businesses.

Internet Visibility - Member’s name, address, phone, and contact name listed alphabetically and by the service they provide on the Chamber website: www.newlondonchamber.com.  Also featured are local events and community information.

Member Discounts - Advertising discounts, Visitors Guide, event participation and educational workshops.  Members are encouraged to offer member-to-member discounts that will be promoted in the newsletter and on the website.

Networking Opportunities - Meet Your Business Neighbor (MYBN) events to showcase you and your business to other New London businesses.  The entire membership and guests are welcome!

Referrals - The Chamber answers thousands of calls per year and always refers Chamber members first!  Notify the Chamber when you offer new products and services.

Resource Center - If we don’t have the answer, we’ll find it!  Visitor info, relocation packets, business information, up-to-date fishing conditions, local up-coming events, phone numbers for other Chambers and tourist centers plus Chamber member business mailing labels.

Voice - Your Chamber is a voice at local City staff and Council meetings, involved in community events and active in business development issues.

Sponsorship / Networking  & Volunteer Opportunities

Annual Meeting/Banquet – November
Holiday of Wonder/Santa Land – November/December
Business Over Bagels – Dates TBA
Meet Your Business Neighbor – Dates TBA
Membership Drive – February
Women’s Wellness Day – January
Beer Tasting – February
Awards Banquet – April
City Wide Rummage Day – May
Concert in Taft Park – June
Concert in Taft Park – July
Chamber Golf Outing – July
Concert in Taft Park – August
City Wide Rummage Day – August
Cheese & Sausage Fall Family Fest – September
Others TBA – Watch monthly newsletters!

Opportunities vary so that they can fit your needs, budget, and availability.