As a new member, you’ve joined over 850 businesses working together to promote economic vitality and quality of life in Frederick County. Here are some key ways to begin maximizing your benefits and start making your membership work for YOU!

• Review your online business information. You have been given an online listing that contains your basic contact information and a link to your website. Make sure you put your best foot forward and represent yourself well. Contact Wendy Errera with any changes you may have.​
• Attend a New Member Orientation. This event is an introduction to the Chamber for new members, held each month at the Chamber office. Check our event page for upcoming dates!
• Peruse our weekly Chamber newsletter. If you do not receive your email newsletter within two weeks, please submit your information directly via this form or contact Jennifer Gerlock, Director of Marketing & Communications.
• Sign up to attend Chamber events. You can browse, register and pay online. Besides Business Card Exchanges (3rd Wednesday, monthly), Coffee & Contacts (1st Friday, every other month) and Lunch Exchanges (2nd Tuesday, every other month), we have many other events scheduled throughout the year. 
• Get familiar with our programs to see how you might get involved. Staff contacts are listed on each page.
• Review your advertising and sponsorship opportunities. These are constantly being updated as new programming is added throughout the year.
• Consider becoming a Partner In Trust. Our Partners In Trust program is comprised of a dedicated group of business leaders at the forefront of innovation and change in Frederick County. They are key employers, emerging leaders, elected officials and the Chamber members. 
• Connect with the Chamber and your fellow members on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn. Our social media channels keep you up to date on what’s going on at the Chamber and share news from our members. Tag us and share your business stories & accomplishments!
• Increase your sales by offering a Member 2 Member Discount. Encourage fellow Chamber members to visit your business and take advantage of your services. Return often for updates!
• Submit your news and events for an opportunity to be featured in the weekly email newsletter and web page. We love to celebrate what our members are accomplishing!
• Add the Chamber logo to your website. As a key partner in the community, you are welcome to use the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce logo on your website. Email Michael Kurtianyk, Member Relations Manager or Jennifer Gerlock, Vice President of Marketing & Communications for the high-resolution .jpeg file. 
• Ask for assistance. If you would like staff guidance as to where to get involved and how to make the most from your membership investment, please contact the appropriate staff member.​

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