Return on Investment

In dollars and cents, membership pays. By estimating the value of the free marketing, publicity and referrals your business can receive by joining, the return on your investment could equal at least $2,155. An investment in chamber membership is truly an investment in your business—and a big bonus to your bottom line.

FREE Marketing, Advertising & Publicity

  • FREE listing in our online Business Directory in up to four category listings. Get free access to post your own events, specials, promotions, job listings, and a direct link to your website. The Chamber Web site attracts over 20,000 monthly hits and is an ideal resource for those seeking information on local businesses and resources. Value: $400
  • FREE E-News blasts to members advertising your business events, specials & promotion. Value: $300
  • Publicity in the “Members in the News” section of Network Success magazine. Tell us about your upcoming business event or promotion, and we’ll cover it–giving your business free publicity to over 5,000 local subscribers. (Time sensitive) Value: $300
  • Relocating families and visitors who request info on San Anselmo receive promotional brochure and information you provide the Chamber. Value: $100
  • Ribbon Cutting Ceremony sponsored by the Chamber for FREE publicity on your grand opening or re-opening. Also publicized in Network Success, by direct mail and via our member e-blast. You’ll also meet key community leaders! Value: $300
  • FREE business listing in Destination San Anselmo: the Town’s only visitor and business referral guide! Printed every two years (next issue published in 2010), 9,000 issues distributed to Ross Valley residents, businesses and to high-traffic areas across Marin. Publication for 2008 ~ 2009 distributed. Value: $150
  • For Retail Businesses: FREE listing in the "Shopping" section of our Web site. Value: Unlimited

Networking, Leads & Referrals

  • Exclusive referrals to your business. Each year, we receive hundreds of requests for information on local businesses and service providers--and we exclusively refer only chamber members. Value: Unlimited
  • Membership grants you and your staff discounted admission to all chamber events, affording you rich opportunities to network, forge business contacts and win sales leads. Value: Unlimited
  • Every member receives a complimentary copy of Network Success, a valuable tool for advertising, sales and networking. Value: $15

Bottom Line Benefits

  • FREE one-time ad in NorthBay biz magazine (for NEW members), which is delivered to 76,000 high-income readers in Marin, Napa and Sonoma County. Value: $560
  • FREE mailing labels of chamber members (once per year upon request). Planning a direct mail campaign? Extend your reach. Value: $150
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BENEFITS SUBTOTAL: $2,375
(MINUS MEMBERSHIP FEE: $100 - $220)
TOTAL ESTIMATED VALUE: $2155 plus!