Membership

According to a recent study, consumers are 44% more likely to think favorably of and 63% more likely to patronize a business if they know it is a chamber member! This is according to a nationwide study conducted by The Shapiro Group - the full study is available at http://www.acce.org/index_ektid6416.aspx.

In addition to the image enhancement inherant in Chamber membership, additional benefits include:

Advocacy

The Chamber monitors legislative activity affecting the business community in Falls Church City, Arlington and Fairfax Counties, and in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Recent issues addressed have included:

Commercial Real Estate Development
Commercial Zoning and Parking Issues
Business Taxes and Incentives

Education & Networking

Monthly Luncheons

Held on the 3^rd Tuesday of the month, these typically include presentations on topics of interest to the business community and the opportunity to introduce your business to attendees.

Monthly Mixers

Mixers are hosted by Chamber members and are usually held on the 4^th Tuesday of the month with a focus on informal networking.

Annual Awards Gala

Hosted in March of each year, the Gala highlights chamber members and decision makers who support the Falls Church community.

Mini-Golf Family Fun Night

This annual fall event offers Chamber members the chance to introduce their families and friends to their business in a fun, interactive venue.

Special Events

The Chamber hosts additional special events on occasion throughout the year.

Community Involvement

The Chamber connects its membership with community events such as FIRSTfriday of Falls Church, charitable organizations such as the many non-profit members of the Chamber, and the Business in Education Partnerships.

Promotion

Chamber Web Site

The Chamber’s Web site promotes members through its sortable name & industry Directory, Calendar of Events, News & Events page, and New Members page.

Weekly Email Announcements

News from the Chamber highlights member news and events. This free service is emailed to over 350 local business leaders, decision makers, elected officials and those interested in the business community. Only Chamber members are promoted.

Monthly Newsletter

Spotlight focuses on Chamber and member news, photos and information. This monthly electronic publication is available on the Chamber’s Web site and in hard copy for those without online access.

Falls Church News-Press

Members who host events are highlighted in the Chamber’s monthly Falls Church News-Press advertisements.

Referrals

The Chamber provides referrals for its members through its Web site and in response to telephone and email inquiries.