A scientific web-based survey of 2,000 adults nationwide, conducted by The Schapiro Group and Market Street Services, found seven out of 10 consumers believe being actively involved in your local Chamber is an effective strategy for enhancing a business’ reputation and for demonstrating it uses good business practices.

Survey findings include:
• 59 percent of consumers think being active in the local chamber of commerce is an effective business strategy overall. It is 29 percent more effective for communicating to consumers that a company uses good business practices and 26 percent more effective for communicating that a business is reputable.

• When consumers know that a small business is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 44 percent more likely to think favorably of it and 63 percent more likely to purchase goods or services from the company in the future.

• Consumers are 12 percent more likely to think the products of a highly involved chamber member (e.g., sits on the chamber board) stack up better against its competition.

As the voice of business since 1870, the Lincoln Chamber is the community’s leading resource for business growth and success. Our mission is to promote a positive business climate in Lincoln, serving as the primary advocate for business growth and a constructive partner working with government and education. The Lincoln Chamber provides business-building initiatives for Lincoln and the Chamber is one of the leading organizations working to improve the economic vitality and quality of life for Nebraska.

There are so many facets of Lincoln’s economic health and quality of life that the Chamber has played a significant role in improving. The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce has the unique responsibility as a visionary organization to continuously help Lincoln grow more vibrant and be attractive to new business.  Lincoln continues to garner national rankings for being a great place to work, live and raise a family.

We are a city on the move ripe for opportunity and are ready to write the next chapter.

Join a group of more than 1,500 reputable members with current hands-on involvement in the communities in which they work and live. The members of the Lincoln Chamber are large corporations, one-person businesses, and everything in between. No matter what your business is, how long you’ve been in business, or what your business goals are, there’s a Chamber division that is currently working on your behalf. The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce provides our members with a significant return on investment.  There are many reasons to join the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce including:
• Business Advocacy • Local Business Referrals
• Business and Political Networking
• Exclusive Insurance Programs • Business Services
• Lincoln YPG • Business to Business Tradeshow
• Economic Development • Tourism Development
• Consensus Builder • Ribbon Cuttings and Ground Breakings

Once again it’s time for our annual membership drive. A growing membership base is necessary for us to continue the important work we do on behalf of Lincoln businesses. Please take some time this month to think of Lincoln businesses that you do business with that would benefit from a chamber membership. Then refer these contacts to Paul Miloni, Director of Membership or call 402-437-7835.

The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to improve the lives of Lincoln residents by providing increased economic opportunity and can only be accomplished together.  Networking opportunities, business advocacy, and creating economic viability are critical to our success.  We encourage you to become a member and help us achieve these goals for Lincoln.  For more information, please contact either Paul Miloni at 402-436-2350, email at pmiloni@lcoc.com or visit us online at http://www.lcoc.com/