October 23, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 13 Mahwah Chamber: Ablaze with opportunities MRCC’s 2013 Golf Committee The Mahwah Regional Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Non- member Open House on Thursday, Oct. 24. This year’s theme will be “Autumn Business Blaze.” This colorful gala will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Hilton Woodcliff Lake, 200 Tice Boulevard in Woodcliff Lake. Prospective Chamber members are invited to network with other profession- als and explore the benefits of Chamber membership. Attendees are encouraged to bring plenty of business cards and to invite their colleagues. The evening will include door prizes, complimentary refreshments, and a cash bar. Admission is free for everyone who brings a business guest. There is a $25 fee for members who attend without a guest. Reservations are required. Founded in 1957, the Mahwah Regional Chamber of Commerce is comprised of includes retail, professional, service, and corporate businesses of every size. The organization’s primary objective is to be an advocate for the local business com- munity and to promote the economic growth and development of all who live and work in the greater Mahwah region. There are many excellent benefits of joining the Mahwah Chamber. A few examples follow: NETWORKING Increase your business. From expos to business card exchanges, breakfasts and lunches, to inter-Chamber and special events, Mahwah Chamber keeps mem- bers busy with an array of events held at various times of the day. The quarterly “New Member Orientation” publication provides key information. BUSINESS EDUCATION Workshops provide insight and infor- mation to members and increase the vis- ibility of local businesses. Show your expertise or learn something new. ADVERTISING The Hitch a Ride Mail Campaign pro- vides exposure to more than 1,000 busi- nesses. Promote your business in the Chamber Briefs newsletter and be seen in the membership directory and buyer’s guide: the “go to” place for all the prod- ucts and services members need. Only members may appear in the directory and each one is provided a free listing. The Chamber’s newly redesigned website, www.mahwah.com, provides an event calendar, company profile, and web link, and is an excellent resource for products and services. The Top Ten reasons to join the Cham- ber are: NETWORKING Exchange business cards with mem- bers and non-members at regional, inter- Chamber networking events. CREDIBILITY Join an association of over 500 repu- table businesses: large, medium, and small. VISIBILITY Connect to the world, via the Chamber website listing and distribute direct mail marketing to the region. ADVERTISING Become an event sponsor and speak at Chamber events, participate in expos, and tradeshows. RECOGNITION Get listed in the member directory and Chamber Briefs. Become Citizen, Com- pany, or Organization of the Year. EDUCATION Listen to keynote speakers and pan- elists, and attend or teach professional development seminars. (continued on page 15)