"I have been a member of the Sarpy Chamber for the past five years and as a small business owner, there has not been one investment that I have made over that time that has paid me the returns both financially and professionally than the Sarpy County Chamber has. They have provided that “small-town” environment operating in a large metro that has allowed me to connect with other business professionals and families that has promoted outstanding business growth."
Benefits of Membership
Educational Opportunities
Chamber members are invited to participate in seminars and other educational events throughout the year. These events help increase their knowledge of local business opportunities, develop their management skills, help them to learn ways to increase profitability and efficiency, and more. Specific educational programs include:
- Chamber-sponsored workshops and seminars
- Direct support of individual business educational needs
- School-to-work partnerships
Marketing Opportunities
Visibility is the key to success for any business. Chamber members have special opportunities for promotion. These include:
- Event sponsorship
- Publicity for your company’s events in Chamber publications
- Special advertising opportunities for members
- Marketing tools such as membership lists and mailing labels
- Tradeshows
Learn more by visiting our Involvement section.
Networking Opportunities
Chamber events draw people together from businesses of all sizes and descriptions, giving our members access to a wide array of people. Few other events give participants such wide opportunity for networking! These events include:
- Business After Hours
- Coffee and Contacts
- General Membership meetings
- Ambassador Visitation Program
- Tips and Referral Group meetings
Growth Opportunities
Our professional staff can help your business grow in a variety of ways. We offer members a wide range of services including information and referrals, and no-cost business consulting. One phone call to the Chamber to request assistance is all it takes.
Referral Opportunities
The Chamber is Sarpy County’s authority on local business. We receive hundreds of requests for referrals for goods and service providers each year. In answering these requests, we refer only Chamber members.
Leadership Opportunities
Those who join Chamber committees play an important role in developing the Sarpy County business community and fostering future business growth. They are also able to meet and collaborate with other Chamber members, expanding their local network even further.
Legislative Opportunities
By voicing their opinions and working with other leaders, Chamber members stay informed of key legislative issues, local trends and other factors affecting businesses in our area. Our Legislative Affairs committee works on ways to leverage the voices of Chamber members to encourage business-friendly legislation and policies.
