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Member Benefits
Monthly Membership Luncheons (1st Wednesday of each month)
- Meet other chamber members, average attendance is from 75-90 each month.
- Display your promotional material at the networking table
- Informative and educational speakers
- Catered lunch
- Networking
Monthly Mixers (2nd Wednesday of each month)
- Bring your business cards and meet other members and guests.
- Promote your business by bringing a raffle gift. The proceeds go towards our Oakridge High School Scholarship fund.
- Host a mixer at your business
- Food Bank of El Dorado County provides a no-host bar. The proceeds are earmarked for the Food Bank.
Installation Dinner (Annually in January)
The Annual Installation of Officers & Awards Banquet is celebrated each January. Meet the staff, incoming board, members and guests. Business Awards are acknowledged! Make sure to nominate YOUR business!
Annual Golf Tournament (Serrano Country Club)
Monday, June 22, 2009.
- Enjoy a day of golf while meeting other leaders in the community.
- Networking with other business owners.
- Golf awards, exquisite lunch, many exciting and original raffle and silent auction prizes.
Saturday Night in the Park
Presented by The El Dorado Hills Chamber & Community Services District
We are proud to host an event that is designed to showcase our businesses to our community. Rent a booth and promote your business to fellow business owners and the community at large. Over 4,000 attendees! Next Saturday Night in the Park - August 1, 2009. Click here for booth registration form.
Biz Walk and Small Business Economic Outlook 2009
Wednesday, April 1
The Biz Walk 2009 will canvas our business community and identify key business development and retention issues. Breakfast sponsored by The Purple Place.
Following the Biz Walk there will be a Small Business Economic Outlook featuring a panel of small business owners, keynote speaker, Jim O'Neil, and business resource panel of SCORE, SBA, SBDC, and FTC.
The New 2009 Business Directory
Full color, high gloss book!
- Only Members' businesses listed both alphabetically and by type of business
- Directory is mailed to all El Dorado Hills businesses and residents. Also distributed by realtors, included in relocation packages and local welcoming services. This distribution is unique among Northern California's Chambers of Commerce.
Advertising may be purchased by members only.
Weekly e-News
Receive updates and news from the Chamber regarding business and community issues via email.
Features special events hosted by our members and community - an excellent forum to highlight products and services.
New members are welcomed with special mention in e-News monthly. e-News features grand openings, ground breaking, expansion and news provided by members.
Contact Cassidy to sign up for e-News or become an e-News Sponsor. Over 800 contacts will see your business!
Advertising - Exclusively by members
Members only may purchase advertising in:
- Website Banner Ads
- Village Life - 50% off first ad for members
- Folsom EDH Style - 5% off on ads anytime for Chamber Members
- El Dorado Hills Telegraph - 50% off first ad for members
- EDH Chamber Map
- Sponsor a Luncheon
- Place ad in 2009 Business Directory
- DID YOU KNOW Monthly postcard (now inserted into the latest copy of Style Magazine!)
Website. Members are listed and links to their email and/or website are included at no charge - for members only. Banner ads are available for purchase. Site traffic exceeds 8000+ visitors monthly. Ads starting at only $350. Contact Pam at 916.933.1335 ext3.
Event Sponsorships. Only members can have their business featured as a sponsor for various Chamber events where their business is spotlighted at the event as well as in event publicity, including e-News, advertising, luncheons and mixers. Click here for 2009 marketing & sponsorship opportunities.
Member Plaque. Simply displaying your Chamber plaque announces your membership in an organization recognized for its positive contribution to the community. New members receive plaque when they attend their first monthly luncheon. Need a plaque? Call 916.933.1335.
Logo Display. Place the El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce logo on your website. Call Cassidy at 916.933.1335 ext2.
Chamber Advantage. Discount program offered to members from fellow members. View the list of participating businesses or sign up your business now.
Premier Partners. Premier Partnership recognizes companies whose continual support that has been instrumental in the growth of the Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber is thrilled to honor the following organizations: AT&T, Marshall Medical Center, El Dorado Hills Town Center by the Mansour Company, PG&E, Wells Fargo, and The Stockdale Law Firm, Inc.
In addition to visibility in the Chamber's weekly e-News, business directory, event programs and on the Web site, Premier Partnership members receive the most distinguished level of recognition available to members. Premier Partners enjoy the convenience of a one-time, all-inclusive transaction that insures representation at Chamber events and in its publications. This is tailored to be an exclusive package for a select group of members.
Business Workshops Sessions on topics of interest to business owners. Please refer to our online Chamber calendar for updates on upcoming Workshops in relevant subjects.
Free Small Business Counseling with S.C.O.R.E. Meet with experienced counselors to assist you with your business. Scheduled sessions take place on the fourth Wednesday of the month. Call the Chamber to schedule your appointment. 916.933.1335.
Chamber Business Exchange. Held on the third Wednesday of each month from 8:00 am - 9:00 am. Grow your business by networking with fellow members! Brian Silverthorn will moderate this group, where members will engage in business to business relationships. Held at Lakehills Church each month. Please RSVP. This group is limited to 25 members. You must RSVP to attend.
When the El Dorado Hills Chamber contributes to these causes our members are giving as well:
- High School Scholarship Fund Five $1000 scholarships were awarded in 2009 with funds from events specifically earmarked for the fund.
- Friends of the Library The Chamber contributes to the realization of the El Dorado Hills Library and has given profile to the progress in various Chamber events.
- Firefighters Association The Chamber is a major supporter of the Firefighters, particularly in promoting their fundraisers with members.
Wine At Town Center The Chamber partners with the Rotary Club to promote local wineries and eateries at this lovely annual event
Economic Development Task Force. Created by the Chamber in 2002 with outside funding obtained from the County and PG&E. One outcome expected is our " Buy El Dorado" campaign.
Joint Chambers. Representatives from the County, Cameron Park/Shingle Springs and El Dorado Hills Chambers join to review various legislative issues and voice to our representatives at the local, state and national level how the pending issues affect our members.
US Chamber of Commerce, California Chamber of Commerce. The El Dorado Hills Chamber is a member of these groups to share ideas, education and share a voice on issues affecting our members.
Certificates of Origin Validation available through the Chamber.
Chamber Advantage Program Discount program offered to members from fellow members. Contact Cassidy to promote your discount!
Grand Openings, Ribbon Cutting, Ground Breaking Ceremonies Chamber staff will help members celebrate openings and expansions.
Member Lists A set of member names & addresses labels available at $50 to members only.
Bulk Mail Members have access to the Chamber Bulk Mail Permit through the Folsom Post Office. This exclusive member benefit can save lots of money on mailings. Must obtain paperwork at the Chamber.
Referrals Incoming inquiries from the public are referred to members only with an electronic follow up to notify members of the referral.
CSD KIOSK Display members only promotional material in the Chamber kiosk at the Community Services District.
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