Membership Information

The Chamber of Commerce plays an important role in any area, but in a rural community, the role becomes vital. With political power and resources at the state level slipping further and further away from rural communities, it is increasingly clear that we must take greater responsibility for the future of the Farmville area ourselves. This means teamwork, working as partners with local government, businesses, and citizens to invest our time, talent, and energy in this place that we call home.

Top 10 Reasons to Join the Chamber

10.  Promoting Your Business
Chamber members are given the opportunity to market their business through a variety sponsorship and advertising opportunities.

9.  Business Referrals
As a Chamber, we are loyal to our members - referring only our members and doing business with members only.  We act as a referral for our members, always loyally referring our members in the business category requested. 

8.   Networking Opportunities
Get to know Farmville Area Chamber members and community leaders - build business relationships, learn something new and maybe even have a little fun at Chamber networking events.

7.   Knowledge
Perhaps the most compelling reason to join the Chamber is the benefit of tapping into the knowledge of your fellow members and the Chamber staff.  Together, they serve as an extension of your own staff.  With Chamber membership, you gain greater access to corporate CEO's, community leaders and government officials.  You feel the pulse of the business community.

6.  Small Business Support
More than 80% of the Chamber's membership is comprised of small businesses.  The Chamber works to take care of small business through seminars, workshops and much more!

5.  Professional Development
There are many opportunities at the Chamber for you to grow professionally through affordable professional development programs.

4.   Government Affairs
Committees and staff follow local, state and federal legislation which has an effect on business and our community.  Meetings are held with state legislators and our congressmen on a regular basis.

3.   Involvement
Life's too short to stand on the sidelines.  Here is your chance to get involved.  Involvement increases business contacts, creates an atmosphere for business development and growth and provides opportunities to make decisions that will influence community concerns.  Bring your experience and knowledge to help strengthen the Chamber's membership while developing valuable business contacts.

2.   Return on Investment
Ask members whether they received a good return on their initial investment and you'll hear an overwhelming positive response.  The rewards realized on the nominal cost of membership might surprise you.  Members report drastically reduced (and, often free) business services and significant savings through Chamber discounts on a wide variety of services.

1.   Community Investment
Just as the Chamber is important to our community, YOU are important to the Chamber.  Your investment in the Chamber means an investment in our community.

So What Are You Waiting For?
The Farmville Area Chamber exists to support you and your business as you strive for success.  There's no doubt that you belong here.  Information and knowledge, opportunities for network and personal enrichment...they're all here for you.  Benefits that better your bottom line and intangible rewards of involvement will be yours when you join the Chamber.  Come and see what membership in the Farmville Area Chamber of Commerce is all about.  Contact the Chamber office at 434-392-3939 or info@farmvilleareachamber.org for more information.

• Member Benefits

• What does the Chamber Provide for your business?

  • Representation on Website
  • Promotional  & Marketing Services
  • Monthly Membership Meetings
  • Advocacy
  • Ribbon Cuttings & Grand Openings
  • Networking

  What are the benefits of membership in the Chamber?

  • Credibility
  • A Collective Voice
  • Networking
  • Representation
  • A Webpage
  • Membership Meetings
  • Discounts on Insurance
  • Exclusive Opportunities

  How can you get involved?

  • Monthly Membership Meetings
  • Business-After-Hours
  • Professional Development Workshops
  • Advertising in the newsletter and other Chamber publications
  • Chamber Projects

  What does the Chamber do for your Community?

  • The Front Porch to your community, where visitors and newcomers get their first impression of your area
  • Provides Business Referrals
  • Fulfills requests for Community & Tourist Information nationwide
  • Provides Relocation Packets to those interested in relocating to the area or opening a business
  • Contributes to and/or sponsors Local Community Events in the area 
  • Serves on Local Boards, including the Robert Russa Moton Museum, Virginia’s Retreat, the Farmville Prince Edward Tourism Board, Rotary Club, United Way, Prince Edward Christmas Mother and the Prince Edward/Farmville Electronic Community
  • Hosts the Leadership Farmville Program, a program in which participants develop their own leadership potential through education on the role and workings of local government, education and volunteer community service

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