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The Swansboro Area Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization owned and operated by business leaders who care about our community. The Chamber's mission is to promote business growth, to serve members with professional development opportunities, and to affect public policy decisions to the benefit of the Swansboro area business community.

DEVELOPMENT CONNECTIONS

The Chamber encourages the growth of existing companies and works to attract new business to the Swansboro Area.

NETWORKING CONNECTIONS

The Chamber connects Swansboro and surrounding area business communities. We sponsor networking events year round, including our Business After Hours and General Membership Meetings held monthly, and our Annual Business Showcase.

MARKETING CONNECTION

Chamber members have the opportunity to promote their businesses and expose their message to both the general membership and the community with different levels of membership.  New members receive exposure in our newsletter, Chamber Tidings.  All members receive a free listing on the chamber website. (www.swansborochamber.org) The Chamber also fields calls for referrals and we promote only Chamber members.

The Chamber has several membership levels designed to provide greater value for our members. This helps us better serve members at various levels – from those who want basic access to networking and information, to those who want to support not only the Chamber, but economic development and quality of life issues in our area.

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP

Minimum investment of $275 and renewal fee each year is $250.

Membership in the Chamber demonstrates a company’s pledge to helping improve economic strength and quality of life. In return, Chamber members benefit from the wealth of networking and growth opportunities exclusively provided through membership.

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP

Minimum investment of $125 and a renewal fee each year of $100

The Chamber’s Individual level consists of Chamber members who want to provide direction for the Chamber and the Swansboro area as a whole. These are some of the areas most devoted Individuals, those who are determined to see that our community grows by contributing their time, talent and resources.

SECONDARY MEMBERSHIP

Minimum investment of $150 and renewal fee each year of $125

The Chamber’s Secondary level is designed for business owners that have more than one (1) business and offers membership level at a discounted rate.

NONPROFIT MEMBERSHIP

Minimum investment of $125 and a renewal fee each year of $100

The Chamber’s Individual and Non-Profit level consists of individuals and non-profit organizations who want to provide direction for the Chamber and the Swansboro area as a whole. These are some of the areas most devoted Individuals and non-profit organizations who are determined to see that our community grows by contributing their time, talent and resources.

HOME BASED BUSINESS

Minimum investment of $175 and a renewal fee each year of $150

The Chamber’s Home Based Business level is geared toward individuals that work from their homes and wish to have more exposure within the Swansboro area business community.

Chamber Sponsorship Levels

PLATINUM LEVEL

Minimum investment of $5,000

The Chamber’s Platinum Level showcases the most engaged and committed companies in the market. They support the Chamber at a high level because of their belief that a vibrant community with an exceptional quality of life will contribute to the success of their businesses. They are top businesses who bring their resources to the table to make Swansboro an exceptional place to live and work. 

  • Titles Sponsorship event of choice, subject to availability (1st come 1st serve) for either the Chamber's Annual Business Showcase or the Annual Golf Tournament
  • One (1) double booth at the Business Showcase
  • One (1) team for the Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament
  • One (1) hole Sponsorship for the Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament
  • Link on the Home Page of the Chamber's Website
  • Recognition at Chamber events
  • Recognition in monthly Chamber newsletter
  • Recognition in all advertising the Chamber Board approves for the fiscal year.
  • Four (4) meal tickets for the Chamber's Annual Membership Banquet

GOLD LEVEL

Minimum investment of $2,000

The Chamber’s Gold Level was established for companies who are devoted to quality business growth in the community.  Gold Level members recognize that in order for the economy to continue on a pattern of growth and prosperity, the expansion and maintenance of our business community is essential.

  • Membership (primary business only)
  • One (1) single booth at the Chamber's Annual Business Showcase
  • One (1) team for the Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament
  • One (1) hole sponsorship for the Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament 
  • Link on the Home Page of the Chamber's Website
  • Recognition at Chamber events
  • Recognition in monthly Chamber newsletter
  • Recognition in all advertising the Chamber Board approves for the fiscal year.
  • Four (4) meal tickets at the Chamber's Annual Membership Banquet

SILVER LEVEL

Minimum investment of $1,200

The Chamber’s Silver Level is intended for the business that is looking to have greater impact on the community, and reap greater benefits of membership as a result.

  • Membership (primary business only)
  • One (1) single booth at the Chamber's Annual Business
  • Showcase or one (1) team at Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament
  • Link on the Home Page of the Chamber's Website
  • Recognition at Chamber events
  • Recognition in monthly Chamber newsletter
  • One (1) Hole sponsor for the Chamber's Annual Golf Tournament
  • Four (4) meal tickets at the Chamber's Annual Membership Banquet

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