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Chamber of Commerce

The Palmdale Chamber of Commerce is the dynamic force promoting and uniting the Palmdale business community. A diverse organization of involved business professionals working together for a better community, the Chamber believes that a healthy local economy plays an important role in the quality of life. With more than 700 members, the Palmdale Chamber is able to offer a variety of programs to help its members thrive and to stimulate the community’s economic growth.

FIVE CORE COMPETENCIES

Membership Services

The Chamber makes more than 10,000 referrals to member businesses each year and also provides ample marketing opportunities. All member businesses are prominently listed in various Chamber publications and communications, including the annual Business Directory distributed to businesses in the Antelope Valley area, the Vantage monthly newsletter and the website (www.palmdalechamber.org).

The Chamber is also a networking powerhouse, hosting monthly luncheons and business breakfasts, monthly theme mixers, an annual Business

Showcase, business development seminars and other relevant meetings that bring business leaders together. The Chamber’s meetings feature topical speakers to provide members with the information they need to enhance awareness, profitability and professional direction.

Economic Development

One of the Chamber’s primary goals is to assist with the continued economic prosperity of the city of Palmdale and member businesses. Through sponsored events, advertising and continued

community involvement, the organization brings thousands of people (and their tourist dollars) to the city, directly benefiting the city and member businesses.

Ways-N-Means

Through the efforts of a professional staff and the oversight of the Board of Directors, the Palmdale Chamber of Commerce provides the most

cost-effective services to its members. The diversity of the Board of Directors, committees and membership keeps the Chamber at the cutting edge of creativity and important events.

Community Affairs

The Palmdale Chamber of Commerce is involved in community events that benefit members and bring the community together. Events such as the Palmdale Business Networking Breakfast, Military Affairs, Business @ Center Court at the Antelope Valley Mall, Educational Scholarships, “Tee Off For Kids’ annual Golf Tournament and Edward Air Force Base activities all serve to establish a cohesive community and promote a sense of pride.

Governmental Affairs

The Chamber is actively involved in positive interaction with the various governmental entities regulating and impacting business in Palmdale. Partnering with other local chambers, the Antelope Valley Board of Trade and further organizations, the Palmdale Chamber participates in the monthly Joint Legislative Committee and endeavors to stay actively involved in supporting business-friendly legislation at the federal, state and local levels.

Relationships with elected officials and their staff help keep the Chamber informed of all significant developments impacting member businesses.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

Membership in the Chamber is one of the most valuable investments one can make. The Chamber represents the local business community, taking timely action on issues of critical importance for the benefit of members and providing valuable services to improve local commerce.

Puts your business name in front of potential customers…

Member businesses are listed in various Chamber publications and communications, including the annual Business Directory, the Vantage monthly newsletter and on the website at www.palmdalechamber.org.

Makes direct referrals to your business…

Chamber members in good standing are referred in response to the hundreds of inquiries received each month from businesses and individuals seeking various products and services.

Provides you with a voice and opinion on legislative issues…

The Chamber serves as the voice of its members on legislative issues at the federal, state and local levels. By hosting meetings, forums and other events, the Chamber facilitates direct dialogue between its members and elected officials.

Keeps you informed…

Keeping members informed is one of the Chamber’s primary functions. Through its monthly newsletter and the website, as well as informative seminars on a variety of business-related topics, members are provided with the information necessary to keep their businesses profitable.

Gives you increased business credibility…

All member business names will be prominently featured in the annual Business Directory, website and newsletter. Also, by displaying the Chamber plaque, other members and customers will recognize your commitment to the business community.

Provides marketing opportunities and assistance for members…

The Palmdale Chamber has a number of different marketing opportunities that can be tremendously beneficial to member businesses. Chamber members have access to a large number of marketing outlets, including the Vantage newsletter, the annual Business Showcase Expo Mixer, the Business Directory, the Palmdale City Map,

Internet presence, New Member Introduction, member advertising at the Chamber and sponsorships. In addition to exclusive advertising opportunities for membership, the Chamber’s mailing list and labels are available at special member prices as well.

Sets the standard for special events…

The Chamber provides additional opportunities to increase its members’ customer base through a number of special events. The Business Showcase, Christmas Parade & Festival, Crab Crack, “Tee Off for Kids” Golf Tournament and others have all become must-attend events for the entire Antelope Valley and beyond.

Puts you in contact with other business professionals…

Through monthly membership luncheons, breakfasts and theme mixers, the Chamber provides ample networking opportunities for its members and others, presenting members with ever-increasing networking partners.

Encourages active involvement…

The Palmdale Chamber of Commerce is a pro-active organization that encourages involvement by its members. The diversity of its membership ensures that the organization remains in the forefront of innovative leadership with the work and projects of its special committees.