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Hey #GreaterROC – Did you know that if your employer is a member of Greater Rochester Chamber, you automatically gain access to all the amazing business and career resources we have available? Keep reading to see six ways to make the most out of your 2023 using your Greater Rochester Chamber membership:

1. Attend Greater Rochester Chamber events & trainings

These events can be a great opportunity to network with other business owners and learn about the local business community. We also offer professional development events to help you learn new skills and advance your career. Check your email every Friday for our upcoming events or visit our events calendar online to register. Be sure to make sure your whole team knows you're a member and are receiving our weekly communications, including our Voice of Business Email and Upcoming Events & Trainings emails. To add team members to your membership, please contact us.

2. Take advantage of promotional opportunities

Greater Rochester Chamber offers promotional opportunities for members, such as advertising opportunities, sharing member news stories in our Voice of Business Weekly newsletter on Tuesdays for free, access to free event posting on our Community Calendar, or even hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony for new locations.

3. Use Greater Rochester Chamber's resources

We offer talent services, business education seminars, and access to a variety of community resources at reduced or no cost for our members. Our HR Services department is also there to help on any human resources questions you may have, so don't hesitate to call our HR Helpline, included in your membership. Make sure to take advantage of these to help your business and career grow.

4. Engage with Greater Rochester Chamber online

As the voice of business, we have an active online presence, with social media accounts and a website that features member news and updates. Make sure to engage online and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to stay connected.

5. Participate in Greater Rochester Chamber committees and affiliates

These are a great way to get more involved in the organization and make connections with other members and community leaders. Our affiliate organizations offer specialized programming for special interest groups including small businesses, women in business, and those focused on quality. Your membership with Greater Rochester Chamber gives you access to work with to our affiliates, so visit their respective websites to learn more about getting involved!

6. Continue to invest in #GreaterROC by supporting other members.

Further your investment in our local community in your everyday life by supporting other Greater Rochester Chamber members when purchasing. Browse our online member directory sorted by industry to find member organizations offering what you’re looking for!

If you’re not a member, we have a variety of affordable levels to meet your organization’s needs. Visit our membership page to learn more and to join.