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- 01The Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit membership based organization that provides a voice for business in the Kearney area. We are here to help businesses succeed. We do this by providing INVOLVEMENT (javascript:void(0))opportunities, EDUCATION (javascript:void(0))experiences, business ADVOCACY (javascript:void(0))and MARKETING (javascript:void(0))prospects. The Kearney Chamber is comprised of over 900 businesses, professionals, industries, and individuals. We are located at 1007 2nd Avenue right next to FirsTier Bank. While we work closely with the City of Kearney officials, we are a separate organization and not affiliated with the city.
- 02Membership in the Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce comes with many great benefits, including but not limited to: • Customer Referrals • Advertising & Sponsorship Opportunities • Listing on Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce Website & Printed Directory • Seminars, Educational & Professional Development Opportunities • Ribbon Cuttings & Ground Breaking Ceremonies • Subscription to the Kearney Chamber's Monthly Agenda Newsletter • Invitation to Host or Attend Networking Events • Member Only Pricing for Events, E-blasts/Other Marketing Materials & Services To learn more about Membership Benefits check out our Member Page.(javascript:void(0))
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- 05Chamber Members and their employees can get involved in a number of ways! Including, attending events, participating in committees, volunteer at the Chamber's many functions and so much more. Let us know what areas you would like to become more involved in and we will find a match for your interests! Check out our Involvement (javascript:void(0))& Education (javascript:void(0))pages to find more ways you can get involved!
- 06The Kearney Chamber offers many opportunities to make connections and build relationships for your business. You can sponsor an event and promote your brand to existing or potential clients. Promoting your business through our Online Membership Directory (javascript:void(0))and offering a "Hot Deal"(javascript:void(0)) to fellow members is also an excellent way to increase the exposure of your business. There are many ways to get your name in front of other businesses, we invite you to sit down with us and visit about what might be the best fit for you! To learn more ways of how your business can get exposure visit our Marketing Page (javascript:void(0))and our Members Page!(javascript:void(0))
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- 08All employees of Chamber Member businesses are Members, so everyone in your organization is welcome to attend and/or participate! In fact, many of our seminars and trainings are aimed at employees. Watch for information in our newsletter announcing programs and events that might be of interest to you or your employees! Looking for trainings for little to no cost? Check out our Online Trainings Page!(javascript:void(0))
- 09Leadership Partners are members who voluntarily expand their investment in the Kearney Chamber. The program was started in 2009, with 15 members participating. The Kearney Chamber is fortunate to have a tremendous and diverse membership base, made of small and large businesses, individuals and retirees. Chamber Leadership Partners provide financial support that allows the Chamber to reach our programming goals while maintaining a reasonable base dues rate for all members. 2018 is the nineth year of this program, with 40 Leadership Partners. These businesses have shown great leadership and vision by understanding the importance of the Leadership Partner program. Benefits of the LP program include: • Name/Logo Recognition in the Membership Directory • Name Displayed in our Chamber Boardroom • Name Recognition at the Annual Meeting • Special Private Reception Before Annual Meeting • Name Recognition & Enhanced Web Listing on our website • Name Recognition in every Edition of the Chamber Monthly Agenda Newsletter • Article Specific to Chamber Leadership Partners in a Spring Edition • Quarterly Update from Executive Director • Leadership Partners Luncheon Each Summer For more information regarding Leadership Partners, contact our Membership Director (https://www.kearneycoc.org/emily-laudenklos)or visit our Leader Partners Page.(javascript:void(0))
- 10We have a couple of great options that will not only keep your information up to date, but also keep you up to date on chamber happenings. One way is to login into our Member page. This gives you full access to your Membership listing, Job Postings, Hot Deals or any Events you have for your business. All you need to login is set up your Membership login information. If you've don't have one or have forgotten your login don't worry! Just contact our Membership & Program Director Shanna Schulte and she will get you set up today. Another great tool we have is for you is the MemberPlus app for your mobile device! This app is available on all smartphone app stores. You do need your login information to access this amazing tool. Once you login you are able to search our Membership Directory, add an Event, Hot Deal or Job Posting. You can also updated your profile/account information all on your phone! Sign up to receive notifications from us here at the Chamber! For more information contact our Membership Director o(https://www.kearneycoc.org/emily-laudenklos)r visit our Members Page.(javascript:void(0))
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- 12If you are looking to make the move to Kearney we would love to send you our Relocation Packet filled with everything you need to know about Kearney. To obtain a Relocation Packet visit our Relocate to Kearney (https://www.kearneycoc.org/relocate-to-kearney)page or call our office at 308.237.3101. If you are looking to visit Kearney give them a call at 308.237.3178 or toll free at 800.652.9345 or check out our Kearney Visitors Bureau's website: www.visitkearney.org(http://www.visitkearney.org)
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