Membership Benefits
Being a member of the Chamber of Commerce does provide you and your business with some special benefits. Take a look below and see what the Chamber can do for you.
Annual Membership Meeting- Held every June, this well attended dinner, is held for the elections of the new board members.
Business Referrals- Many people walk through our doors daily or call to ask about a certain type of service or product in our area; as a member of the Chamber of Commerce your business name and any other information we can provide will be given to those potential customers.
Chamber of Commerce Welcome Magazine-Community Leadership Awards Banquet- An annual banquet held in February to honor the Citizen of the Year. This is an opportunity to meet with other members of the Chamber, while recognizing the citizen that has had an impact on your community. In addition to the Citizen of the Year, the Chamber Volunteer of the Year and Organization of the Year are also presented. In addition to Citizen of the Year, community leaders are also recognized during the Banquet. A group photo will be taken and put on display at the Old Pulaski County Courthouse.
Community Events Calendar- Every month in the "Voice" there are two months of calendars.
Members are encouraged to submit events, special meetings, etc. The events are also placed on the Community Calendar online.
Eggs and Issues- This breakfast gives our members the opportunity to be updated on our happenings in Jefferson City . The Senator and Representative are the speakers at this breakfast and are happy to answer any questions you may have.
Fundraisers- Whether is be the Annual Golf Tournaments or the Annual Taste of Pulaski County & Basket Auction, excitement is sure to be found at any of the many fundraisers put on by the Chamber. Get involved with one of these fundraisers ever year. Your help and ideas will be greatly appreciated.
FortLeonard Wood Newcomers Orientation- Every month the Chamber assembles about 100 packets of information provided by the membership to hand out at Command Orientation. Chamber members can bring in flyers, magnets, brochures or any other promotional materials, this is a great way to promote your business to the new military personnel moving into our area. Command Orientation is held the 3rd Wednesday of every month on Fort Leonard Wood. All promotional material is due to the Chamber office no later than the second Wednesday of every month to be included in that month's orientation.
Labels and Membership Rosters- Reach leading businesses in the Waynesville and St. Robert area by ordering a set of chamber member labels for $10 or a member listing for $5. Non-members are charged $25 for labels and $15 for a list of names and phone numbers.
Community Profile & Membership Directory- An annual publication packed full of information about the area. Members will receive two FREE listings in the directory, one alphabetically and one by category. Advertising is available only to members of the Chamber of Commerce for a fee. This publication is available on Fort Leonard Wood at Command Orientation every month, at the Chamber office, sent out for requested relocation packages, and handed to every person that wants information about joining the Chamber. This publication is one that is working all year long for you and your business.
Membership Plaques- A membership plaque is given out at the Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. These plaques are to let your customers know that you have invested in your community and the growth of your business. If you do not plan to have a Ribbon Cutting let the Chamber office know and your plaque will be delivered to you.
Monthly Luncheons- These well-attended luncheons are held every second Wednesday of the month at a participating Chamber member. There are also featured guest speakers from the City of St. Robert , City of Waynesville , Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville R-VI School District , FLW Public Affairs Office and the Pulaski County Tourism Bureau. The luncheons last one hour and give you a chance to visit and meet other members as well as get information from the luncheon sponsor.
Newsletter- The "Voice" is a monthly publication featuring upcoming events, new members to the chamber, as well as two months of calendars of events. Advertising is also available in the "Voice". The newsletter is directly mailed to every member of the Chamber by the first of every month.
Ribbon Cutting/Ground Breaking Ceremonies- Upon request and only to new members, the Chamber of Commerce will give a ribbon cutting ceremony. The membership will be notified of the date and time. You will be presented with your first dollar and a Chamber of Commerce Membership Plaque at that time.
Street Map and Resource Guide- This 4-color map has proved to be one of the best maps available in our area. We can't keep the racks full! It contains information about our area and advertisements from members of the Chamber.
Internet Visibility- The Chamber has a website and as a member you are listed on the site FREE of charge, giving your business access to hundreds of potential customers every month. Please visit the site at www.waynesville-strobertchamber.com
