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The Tompkins Chamber of Commerce is member supported, diverse, creative, entrepreneurial and active. We are the voice of local business.

PR: Microgrants Available for Agriculinary Tourism Projects

For Immediate Release: Contact: kina@visitithaca.com September 22nd, 2017 Microgrants Available for Agriculinary Tourism Projects The Ithaca/Tompkins County Convention & Visitors Bureau (a division of the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce) is pleased to announce that we have received funding to provide “microgrants” (small grants of up to $500 per project) directly to farms, food and […]

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How does the Tompkins Chamber benefit me?

• WE ADVOCATE

  The Tompkins Chamber advocates for the free enterprise system and sound economic development in Tompkins County. See some of the legislation we are currently supporting.

  WE FOSTER SUCCESS AND COLLABORATION

  The Tompkins Chamber hosts over 40 professional networking events each year. We encourage our members to utilize each others goods and services.

• WE PROMOTE

  The Tompkins Chamber promotes Tompkins County through creative and innovative marketing with the Tompkins County Convention & Visitors Bureau.

  WE ATTRACT

  The Tompkins Chamber works to attract and retain a well matched and talented workforce. This is vital for making our community a great place to live, work, and play!

• Tompkins Chamber by the numbers

  • $114000

    In 2016 the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce distributed $114,000 in On the Job Training Grants offsetting expenses for local businesses.

    9000

    # of searches per year on the online Chamber directory for products or business services!

  • 82

    82% of Chamber members have been with the Chamber for more than 5 years.

    $659

    Last year, Tompkins County homeowners saved$659 in taxes per household due to Tompkins County generated tourism dollars.

• What members say

  • Before I started to work with the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce I thought it was too expensive of an investment for my small 1 person business.  What I found is that by joining the Chamber I was able to get connected to dozens of business professionals who I would have never met on my own.  In my first two years of involvement, I had revenue from referrals totaling over $10,000. In the following two years my revenue has totaled over $20,000 from referrals that are due 100% from my involvement in the Chamber of Commerce.  Of all of the investments I have made, the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce has had the single biggest impact.

  • As tourism professionals, we knew that our success lied in developing key partnerships with businesses throughout the area, and that the Chamber offers one of the most effective ways to build those relationships.  The CVB has been a true partner in promoting our business, connections made through business after-hours have been key, and opportunities such as small business workshops and on-the-job training grants have been instrumental in helping us grow.  Our Chamber membership has shown its return on investment time and time again!

  • My involvement with the Chamber started as a result of their aiding in the development of the Cayuga Waterfront Trail. Soon after witnessing their work in the community I went to a Business After Hours Event and loved it! The networking opportunities provided by the Chamber have helped me build a network of professionals who supplement my staff and increase our capabilities. Even with a small advertising budget the Chamber has lent its network and credibility to help me maximize my exposure and reach. Our Chamber membership has been an invaluable tool in getting us to where we are today.

  • CFCU Community Credit Union is proud to be a member of the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce.  The opportunities the Chamber provides for networking, business referrals, and educational events are invaluable.  Through our participation in these events, we have formed strong relationships with local businesses and not-for-profit leaders, and have had the opportunity to share contacts.  In addition, the Chamber’s seminars provide insight on governmental and economic issues that affect Tompkins County.  We look forward to continuing our involvement with the Tompkins Chamber, and encourage other businesses to do the same.

  • Active participation in the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce is important to us at Tompkins Trust Company. We understand the vitality of the community in which we do business is crucial to our continued success, and have found our Chamber to be the heart of our business community offering tremendous resources and support. The Chamber keeps us up-to-date with the economy in our region, while also helping us find new business opportunities. We also support the Chamber because it helps give small businesses the tools they need to be successful.

By joining the Chamber…

• …you are pledging your support to our community and joining a network of nearly 650 businesses and organizations that is rich with opportunity.

  Whether your priority is building your business, building your community or being involved with public policy activities, the Chamber provides value for your investment.

• Join the Chamber

  Not convinced the Chamber is right for your business or organization? We’ll send you a free pass to the next Business After Hours networking event where a Chamber Ambassador will introduce you around. After attending an event, decide for yourself if the Chamber is right for you.

  Convince Me!