What Does a Chamber Do: Connections

August 2, 2022

YOUR Union County Chamber champions business growth and business prosperity throughout Union County. With nearly 600 members, we realize there are many reasons for joining the Chamber and a wide variety of ways we can champion such a diverse membership.

Based on feedback from members, we’ve identified the top benefits businesses are seeking when they make an ongoing investment in the Chamber.

Four of the most common are:

- » Connections
- » Visibility
- » Influence
- » Impact

We’ve written new informational series to inform members how we are working every day to create a thriving business community across Union County, starting with making connections.

Connections

Ask most people what Chambers do, and a lot of answers will revolve around bringing people together. We understand how hard it can be to get connected with the right people who can help your business grow, which is why we are on a mission to be the number-one connector of business leaders.

We accomplish this task with a robust events program. We have helped thousands of people find the connections they need to grow their business through over 50 networking and professional development events each year.

We host a variety of events including:

- - » Women in Business Luncheons
  - » Public Policy Luncheons
  - » AM Power Networking
  - » Annual Small Business Update
  - » Emerging Leaders Luncheons
  - » Diversity Equity and Inclusion Panels
  - » Annual Nonprofit Workshop
  - » Safety Awards
  - » And many, many more.

Connections Events

Our events provide opportunities to develop meaningful relationships with other members who are potential customers, vendors, and referral sources. Along with networking, many events provide professional and business development topics, led by subject matter experts. Often, the topics for these events come from surveys of our members and can include updates to tax law, marketing tips, sales strategies, recruitment suggestions, etc.

Take a look at what our members are saying:

“Small business breakfasts at the chamber is one of the most productive hours you will spend.”

Betsy Lamb

Nothing Bundt Cakes Waxhaw

“WIB is a great opportunity for Women to learn from other Women on many different levels not just business. It is a great opportunity to come together with brilliant ideas and brilliant minds in a non-competitive arena.”

Tracey Leitner

Novant Health

“This is a great place to meet future clients! The Chamber staff and leadership really set the tone and are very proactive about connecting you with those you want to meet!”

Ada Stevens

SnapHappy Photos, LLC

If you’d like to connect with a roomful of people just like you where you can share your business story and grow, check out our upcoming events here.

You can also read part 2 of the series on how the Chamber helps increase your visibility.