Our Values Integrity – We are honest and trustworthy in every action and intent.

Communication -We are committed to promoting the best environment for businesses to thrive and succeed.

Leadership – We are visionary and innovative with the courage to be bold and stand by our values.

Education – We are committed to advancing lifelong Workforce Development education opportunities in our region.

Advocacy – We are responsive to the needs of the business community as the voice of influence for economic growth and business development.

Relationships – We are the premier pathway for building strong connections between our members, leaders and decision makers.

The vision of the

Venango Area Chamber of Commerce

is to be THE regional leader

aligning business influence to drive

vitality and prosperity.

VISIT venango

INVEST venango

CONNECT venango

www.venangochamber.org . . . . . . . . Checklist

Venango Area Chamber of Commerce 41 Main Street ● P.O. Box 376

Oil City, Pennsylvania 16301 chamber@venangochamber.org

www.venangochamber.org

Invitation . . . . . . . .

Mission . . . . . . . .

Once you have completed and returned your membership application, you can immediately start to utilize your benefits. Use this convenient checklist to manage your chamber rewards.

Complete the “Maximize Membership” form

Deliver business cards and brochures to the Chamber

Visit our social media networks online

Sign up to attend the next mixer

Display your proud member decal

Submit your free spotlight article

Update your business description on our website

Attend a chamber mixer or committee meeting

Drop off your free insert for the newsletter

Schedule a mixer at your business

Sponsor an upcoming event for business exposure

Attend a legislative breakfast forum

Advertise in an upcoming publication

Check out the ChamberChoice Insurance Plans

Log on to the “Members Only” section of our website

The Board of Directors, Staff and Members of the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce invite you to become a member and active participant in the activities of the Chamber! The Chamber Staff and Board of Directors are committed to providing the highest level of service in support of promoting members, recruiting new businesses, and increasing area commerce. The Chamber provides increased visibility to new member businesses and existing members.

www.venangochamber.org

The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce builds, serves and pro-motes regional business.

Published Categories are used in the printed and online membership direc-tories. All Members receive one free published category, but additional category listings may be added for $15 per listing.

{optional} Additional Category {$15}:

{optional} Additional Category {$15}:

Yes! My company wants “Spotlighted” in “The Business Connector” newsletter

□ We will send our own article [400-500 words] and picture [jpg] via email to chamber@venangochamber.org

□ Please contact us to schedule an interview and to take a picture of our business

Our website {www.venangochamber.org} is a gateway to our community and your business. Members have the opportunity to provide a brief busi-ness description along with 5 keywords to help website visitors under-stand more about your organization. Business Description:

Examples of Keywords for a restaurant could include: coffee, dinner, lunch, food

Keywords:

Billing Address {if different from address listed above}:

City: State: ZIP Code:

Billing Contact {if applicable}: Email:

{optional} Additional Contacts: Email:

Investment . . . . . . .

use the CHAMBER to CONNECT to your

potential customers

Type of Membership Dues Rate General Business Membership 1 - 3 employees $190 4 - 8 employees $260 9 - 15 employees $325 16 - 25 employees $405 26 - 50 employees $505 51 - 75 employees $620 75 + Please call the Chamber Office Out of Area Business Membership $190

Multiple Business Owner Membership Dues based on the combined total number of employees at all businesses, plus additional directory listings

Non-Profit Membership $125 Individual Membership $85

Dues can be billed annually, semi-annually, or quarterly. For semi-annual and quarterly billing, there is a $2 handling fee per bill.

Utilization of insurance plans requires the minimum General Business Membership investment and meeting of insurance provider criteria.

A General Business Membership entitles all employees of member businesses to the benefits of membership in the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce.

Venango Chamber dues are deductible for federal income tax purposes as a business expense.

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Date Received:___/___/____ Paid: Y N Entered by: ____

Venango Area Chamber of Commerce Membership Application

By signing, you are stating that you have read and agree to these terms and conditions: I hereby make application in the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce and agree to be governed by the bylaws. I promise to pay at least one year’s dues in full and each year thereafter unless I submit a letter of resignation to the Chamber prior to my renewal date.

Applicant Signature: Title: ________________________________ Date: _________________ □ Yes, I was recommended to join by another chamber member Business Name:

Company Name:

Primary Contact:

Email:

Website:

Address:

City: State:

Phone: Fax:

Published Category:

# of Full Time Employees {40 hour work week}:

Annual Dues {Please see investment schedule}: $

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Method of Payment: □ Please Invoice □ Check Enclosed □ Credit Card

General Business Membership ex: 1 - 3 employees: $175 4 - 8 employees: $245 9 - 15 employees : $310

{see investment schedule for additional rates}

Please return to chamber via mail/email/fax: Venango Area Chamber of Commerce ● 41 Main Street ● P.O. Box 376

Oil City, Pennsylvania 16301 ● Ph: 814.676.8521 ● Fx: 814.676.8185

Please print Credit Card Numbers on the lines provided below:

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3-digit Verification Code: ___ ___ ___ Expiration Date: ___ ___ /___ ___

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chamber@venangochamber.org ● Ph: 814.676.8521 ● Fx: 814.676.8185

Accountant

Bank

Child Care

Embroidery

Florist

Hotel

Insurance

Marketing

Examples of Published Categories: