1. New Business Contacts at the local, state, national & international levels
2. Referrals—“We Remember Members First”
3. Hispanic Chamber Plaque—identifies you as an involved community supporter
4. Publicity and Exposure
5. Minority Economic Development
6. Small Business Development Seminars
7. Website Links & Business Resources
8. “El Puente” Monthly Newsletter
9. Business and Management Assistance
10. Development of Leadership Straight Answers to Straight Questions
Following is a list of some of the services and benefits available to Hispanic Chamber members. Listed next to each item is the approximate annual value of these membership advantages.
- Advertising and Publicity:
- Free alphabetical listing in the SMHCC Membership Directory - $400
- Displaying brochures/business cards at the Chamber office - $200
- Welcome New Member listing in “El Puente” newsletter - $150
- New Member Commercial at a business luncheon or “Merienda” - $100
- Opportunity to advertise in the SMHCC Membership Directory (1000) - Unlimited
- Opportunity to advertise on our website - Unlimited
- Access sites and buildings available - Unlimited
- Opportunity to serve on numerous Committees/Task Forces - Unlimited
What Benefits Do I Receive?
SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS
From time to time, seminars and workshops are held, such as those we have held in business basics, corporate culture for small business, leadership skill building, e-commerce, international trade and procurement. (BENEFITS VALUED AT $300.00)
CHAMBER MEMBERSHIPS IN AFFILIATE ORGANIZATIONS
The Hispanic Chamber has membership in the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce, the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives and the Texas Association of Business. This makes available to you a variety of business, legislative issues and information of vital importance affecting your business. (BENEFITS VALUED AT $750.00)
PULICATIONS & BROCHURES
Many hours of research and production go into the publishing or reproduction of different lists and brochures, such as membership list, club and organizations lists, accommodations, dining, schools, churches, etc. These are useful for marketing and business planning development. (BENEFITS VALUED AT $500.00)
BUSINESS & POLITICAL CONTACTS
Through various Hispanic Chamber and TAMACC sponsored events and meetings, you have the opportunity to make new business and political contacts which can further enhance your business. The Hispanic Chamber’s customer referral service and communication with elected officials are invaluable to the community overall, and to you in particular. (BENFIT VALUE UNLIMITED)
PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING SERVICES
Unlimited one-on-one counseling services for a start-up business, developing new markets or for solving business-related problems are available at no charge through our resources with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC).
(BENEFIT VALUED AT $110.00/hr-2 hour minimum)
RIBBON CUTTING/GROUND BREAKING
The Hispanic Chamber will provide, at no cost to you, a ribbon cutting, ground breaking, or a new ownership or relocation celebration. “Los Amigos” and other VIP’s are invited to attend. Photos are published in the Sunday edition of the San Marcos Daily Record. (BENEFIT VALUED AT $600.00)
Membership and Benefits
