MEMBER BENEFITS

Chamber members are listed in the online membership directory (average 15,000 hits per month) with hotlinks to member’s websites and e-mail. As a service, the Chamber exclusively refers its members to phone and electronic inquiries. Advertising is available in our weekly e-newsletter, “This Week in Anaheim,” and on our website.

Visit the Chamber’s webpage with coupon discounts, incentives and specials provided by Chamber members. The Chamber is partnered with several providers including Office Depot, UPS, and many others that provide its members with a Chamber corporate discount program, not available without our membership. Other special offers are made available to Chamber members by local businesses throughout the year.

• Contact the Chamber:  We love celebrating grand openings, anniversaries, or renovations! We have the red ribbon and scissors ready to go! Get started by calling the Chamber and plan a few dates and times that work for your schedule. Plan on at least two-weeks’ notice. Attendance will vary based on the day. Please be aware of major holidays and community events. We recommend Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Weekends are not recommended since they are outside of the work week and elected officials and Chamber Ambassadors may not attend. Also, keep in mind that City Council meets on Tuesdays beginning at approximately 3 p.m. and are unavailable.

  • Select a Time: Pick a time convenient for your guests. Mornings and late afternoon work well. The Chamber recommends 3-5 p.m. Please let us know the specific time the ribbon cutting is to take place. Please be considerate – Chamber Ambassadors are volunteers who have their own time obligations.
  • Develop Invitation List: Invite your potential and current customers, suppliers, and employees. Is the public invited? If so, try to send a press release to the local media two weeks prior to the event. We will invite the Chamber’s Ambassadors, city officials, including City Council, City Manager, and legislative offices.
  • Plan the Program: Chamber staff is happy to work with you to develop a brief 10-minute ribbon cutting program, including the key speakers, presentation of certificates, and the ribbon cutting.
  • Plan a Menu: If expenses allow, try to have some refreshments on hand. Suggested menus include light hors d’oeuvres and beverages.
  • Plan the Photo: Try to designate in advance the location where the actual ribbon cutting photo will take place and who will be in the picture.