I wish you all the best in the New Year. 2017 is off to a busy start. We have a new home! Starting January 1^st, the Chamber will be located at 47 N. First Street (on the corner of First and W. State Streets). There will be no interruption of services or programs. Our phone number and email, website along with operating hours will stay the same. The Chamber’s move was a unanimous decision by the Board of Directors due to a dramatic increase in rent and expectation that all building cost be covered by the Chamber. The new location is smaller, much more affordable and in-line with our needs.  Our new home is an historic building, approximately the same age as the Redlands Chamber of Commerce. There is plenty of parking and lots of charm. Watch for your invitation to the grand opening!

 

The chamber….. you get out of it what you put into it

The chamber of commerce is a great place for anyone looking to make local connections and promote their business. But it’s more than just writing the check. It requires being involved and being proactive, taking advantage of your membership. It takes time, something small business owners often lack. But the result of not investing your time and effort is often a disappointing chamber experience.

Here are a few ways you can get the most out of your chamber of commerce membership:

1. Go to Events. This is a great time for you to go and meet new people who are just like you. They are at the chamber to network, meet new people, and grow their business. You’re all tied together by a common theme, improving the local business climate. Going to events regularly will allow you to develop relationships with people and become familiar with other members. It will also allow other members to become familiar with who you are and what your business is, what product or service you provide. We are all more likely to recommend a fellow chamber member when someone asks for a referral because we know them and have developed a relationship with them.
2. Join a Committee. Chambers are run by members who volunteer to help out. Committees or the board of directors is a great way to get involved. Join a committee that you are interested in or have expertise in or have a passion for. Chamber events require committees of people with a variety of skills or interests, so be proactive, join and develop relationships with new people while working together to achieve a common goal.
3. Take Advantage of Offers. At the Redlands Chamber we can help members by offering reserved e-mail blasts, sharing info via social media, offering advertising and marketing opportunities, sponsorships and promotions. The catch is to reach out to tell the chamber what you want. It’s important to let the chamber know whatever you want to share. This is where proactive comes into play.
4. Connect Socially. When making connections through your chamber it’s important to follow up to help develop your relationship. Previously it’s was common to send an e-mail after an initial contact or meeting. Now you can connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, Google+ or Facebook to learn more about the person you connected with and their business. Go the extra mile and share their content, they will likely return the favor. Social media, like the chamber of commerce, is about developing relationships. Use it to enhance your chamber experience while in between events or committee meetings. It’s a great way to stay in touch.
5. Follow Up. Following up with people is often overlooked. You have met them at the monthly event and connected socially, but what about a follow up meeting? Invite your new connections out for a cup of coffee or lunch. This will help you get to know them and their business better while providing an opportunity to share more information about your business. It doesn’t stop at meeting people and connecting socially, follow up and solidify your relationships.

The chamber of commerce is a must for any local business looking to grow. It helps the community and helps you make connections that can grow your business. The formula is simple: you get out of it what you put into it. If you make the effort, the chamber of commerce can be a rewarding experience both personally and professionally….it’s not a membership…… it’s a partnership.

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A BETTER CLASS LIMOUSINE
Scott Shamblin
P. O. Box 7942
Redlands, CA 92375
Phone: 792-5356

AMERICAN LEAK DETECTION, INC.
Carl Daniels
888 Research Drive, Suite 100
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: 760-320-8273

ARROWHEAD ORTHOPAEDICS
Nabil Razzouk
1901 W. Lugonia Avenue, Suite 230
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 557-1600

BEAVER MEDICAL GROUP
Marianne Baldwin
2 West Fern Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-3311

BENCHMARK YOUNG ADULT SCHOOL, INC.
Jayne Selby-Longnecker
25612 Barton Road #286
Loma Linda, CA 92354
Phone: 888-999-3983

BLOSSOM GROVE
Shuronda Lopez
11116 New Jersey Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 335-6660

BORTON PETRINI, LLP
Joe Richardson
1461 Ford Street, Suite 201
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 381-0527

BRASWELL’S CHATEAU VILLA
Janie Hefner
620 W. Highland Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-0433

BRICKS & BIRCH, INC.
Travis Wilshire
101 Cajon Street
Redlands, CA 92373|
Phone: 335-6787

BROWN, WHITE & OSBORN, LLP
Jack Osborn
300 E. State Street, Suite 668
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 798-6179

CBDM REDLANDS, LLC
Manager
1331 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 798-6330

DARREL OLSON INSURANCE SOLUTIONS
Darrel Olson
318 E. Citrus Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 798-5318

EMPIRE BOWLING CENTER, LLC
Will Mossontte
940 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 793-2525

INLAND CENTER MALL
Terri Relf
500 Inland Center Drive
San Bernardino, CA 92408
Phone: 884-7268

ISU BARICH INSURANCE
George Barich
408 E. State Street, Suite A
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-9683

KIMBERLY-SHIRK ASSOCIATION
Tonja Blankenship
1325 Prospect Drive
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 792-2111

MISSION INN HOTEL & SPA
Shannon Walters
3649 Mission Inn Avenue
Riverside, CA 92501
Phone: 888-326-4448

MOUNTAIN TREE SERVICE
Dan Begley
P. O. Box 2689
Running Springs, CA 92582
Phone: 867-5772

NATIONAL ORANGE SHOW
Alyssa DalSanto
689 South E Street
San Bernardino, CA 92408
Phone: 888-6788

NEW AGE GAMING
Mary Clemente
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 951-786-8269

NORTON AFB MUSEUM
Bob Edwards
1601 E. 3^rd Street
San Bernardino, CA 92408
Phone: 382-7307

P & R PAPER SUPPLY COMPANY, INC.
Joseph Maiberger
1898 E. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 794-1108

PACIFIC PREMIER BANK
Julie Cummings
201 E. State Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 742-7090

RAYNES|ERICKSON ATTORNEYS AT LAW
Jeffrey Erickson
300 E. State Street, Suite 690
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-6800

REDLANDS SPINE & SPORT
Michael Donia, DC
1455 West Park Avenue
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-2225

SUPER 8 MOTEL
Jay Patel
1160 Arizona Street
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 335-1612

THE MITTEN BUILDING
Margie Armantrout & Jami Spencer
345A North 5^th Street
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 793-1294

THE OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY
Rikka DeHerrera
1635 Industrial Park Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 798-7774

TONY’S SPUNKY STEER REDLANDS, INC
Vangie Fernandes
1350 Industrial Park Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: 792-6200

WHITEFROG DESIGN, LLC
Matt Leeds
24 E. Vine Street, Suite A
Redlands, CA 92373
Phone: 748-1525