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What is the Orange
Chamber of Commerce?
The Chamber is a private,
membership-based organization that unites businesses in an effort to
promote economic prosperity in our region and provides businesses
with tools to grow. Our strength lies in the number and diversity of
our business members. The Chamber often works with our local
government to improve the town’s business climate, but is not a
department of any governmental entity.
Why should my
company join the Orange Chamber of Commerce?
With member companies representing a
variety of industries, the Chamber serves as an advocate for
business, a community partner and a resource to grow your business.
Does my
business need to be located in Orange to join the Chamber?
Some of our members are located
outside Orange. The Chamber addresses issues on a local, regional
and on occasion the state level, so companies benefit from Chamber
membership no matter where they’re located.
Are dues tax
deductible?
90% of annual membership dues are tax
deductible as a necessary and ordinary business expense.
Are small
businesses involved in the Chamber?
Over 90% of our members are small
businesses. The Chamber works to support these businesses by
providing skill development, networking and marketing opportunities
and resources to address the full business lifecycle.
What types of
events does the Chamber offer?
The Chamber offers numerous networking
programs, membership events, skill development programs for small
business professionals, public affairs programs and annual events.
Click here
to view a list of upcoming events on our "home page"
calendar.
Do I need to
be a member to attend Chamber functions?
Chamber programs are a benefit of
membership and are intended for employees of member companies only;
however, a few annual events are open to the public. Additionally,
we welcome potential members to attend one of our programs to learn
more about us.
What if I
have a concern about a governmental decision that affects my ability
to grow my business?
One of the Chamber’s primary areas of
focus is helping keep our local economic climate as conducive to
growing a business as possible. We recognize that quality of life,
funding for charitable organizations and governmental budgets all
rest on a productive economy, and we are committed to ensuring
public officials are given the full facts about how their decisions
will affect business.
How can I get more
involved in the Chamber?
There are numerous ways to get
involved with the Orange Chamber. Attending events, participating in
a committee and sponsoring a “Business After Hours” event or other
programs are all ways to become more engaged and expand your
contacts within the business community.
How do I make
changes to my company’s listing in the printed and online
directories?
If your company’s information has
changed due to a move, new employees, change or addition of a
website, simply email us with updates to your company’s
listing.
Does the
Chamber provide relocation and visitor information?
The Chamber offers a variety of
information designed for residential or business relocation.
Click here
if you are considering relocating to our area and would like
to view relocation information provided by the Orange Economic
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