Services We Offer

The Chamber offers a wide variety of markering, networking, and development oppurtunities for the City of Hillsboro and Marion County.

Member Services

Community Marketing

EMAIL UDPATES

Email updates offer Chamber members a chance to showcase a particular event or promotion between newsletter mailings. This service is free and is sent out to all member subscribers. Provide us your e-mail address and we will place you on our list to receive these Updates. Your e-mail address will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of delivering these messages to you. 

RIBBON CUTTINGS

The chamber staff schedules ribbon-cutting ceremonies to commemorate new chamber members and/or existing chamber members who open a new business location. A photo taken during the ceremony will then be published in the two local newspapers. 

CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

The staff of the chamber keeps an online all-inclusive directory of member businesses. Every chamber member business is listed in the directory. This directory is a great tool to promote your business, and is exclusive to chamber members. The directory is available online and is updated regularly. 

BUSINESS REFERRALS

Your Chamber receives hundreds of calls and correspondence each year requesting information on businesses, their products, and services. Chamber staff uses the Chamber Resource Directory to respond to these inquiries. Your membership is truly an investment, as members receive priority when staff makes referrals. 

Benefits of Chamber Membership

CREDIBILITY BY ASSOCIATION

When people know you are a member of the Chamber of Commerce, they know you are part of a group of professionals working together to positively impact both the economy and the quality of life in our community. 

VISIBILITY

The chamber offers cost-effective opportunities for you to maximize your company’s exposure and to reach your customers and potential customers through targeted advertising, marketing and sponsorship. 

Networking Opportunities

REGULAR MEMBER GATHERINGS ​

All chamber members and employees are invited to attend regular gatherings such as breakfasts and luncheons. Emails are sent out to notify members about an upcoming event, and each event typically includes a meal and educational program or entertainment. 

CHAMBER GALA

This banquet celebration is held annually each winter, allowing business and community leaders an opportunity to gather, socialize and celebrate positive community efforts that have taken place throughout the previous year. More than 200 people typically attend the banquet and annual meeting, enjoying a formal dinner followed by a short program and silent auction 

Business Assistance and Economic Development

GIFT CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Over 120 members currently participate in the chamber’s gift certificate program, Chamber Bucks. This classic program encourages local money to stay local, benefiting Chamber members who participate. Over $25,000 in gift certificates are purchased annually by individuals and businesses, and can be redeemed at any member’s business just like a check. 

LOCATION RESOURCES

Chamber staff can assist you in locating space, identifying markets and other resources. An available building inventory is maintained and updated on a regular basis. Members also have access to business references, economic data, census information, demographics, area phone books, city directories and much more in the Chamber’s library. 

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

A shared commitment to the region’s economic vitality and quality of life for employees and their families. Providing business attraction and retention for Hillsboro and Marion County. 

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