What can the Chamber do for you and your business?

“Marion on the Move” is the slogan for this town of 12,300 plus. In July 2004 Hino Motors Manufacturing, Ltd. of Tokyo, announced the construction of a $160 million automotive parts plant for Marion. During 2004 Marion had already started experiencing growth in the residential area with the Planning Commission’s approval of 900 building lots. In 2008-09 there were 170 residential building permits and 21 commercial permits issued.

The future for our business community is bright and the possibilities are endless. The Marion Chamber of Commerce is committed to providing services to member businesses, improving the quality of life and promoting Marion in the region as a great place for you, your family, and your business.

By joining the Marion Chamber of Commerce, you are helping to further these goals, and showing the public that you are helping support the Chamber and your community.

Business memberships start as low as $150, and individual memberships are only $75.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

• Chamber Monthly Meeting: A meeting is held the 2nd Tuesday of each month, currently at The Cedars of Marion. It is a great time to meet your fellow Chamber members and guests. Information and influential guest speakers will keep you up to date on many subjects.
• Chamber Alliance Program: Through the Marion Chamber, you have access to the CAP program, a package of affordable insurance benefits designed for and offered exclusively to members of participating Chambers in Arkansas. Download additional information here.
• Chamber Business after Hours: A business after hours is usually held each month giving you the opportunity to visit with an interesting and diverse membership. It is an event available to be hosted by members only.
• Chamber Business Referral System: The Marion Chamber of Commerce receives many phone calls, e-mails and faxes daily from people or businesses needing services. The Chamber staff directs all inquiries to you and other Chamber businesses.
• Chamber Relocation Packets: For many future residents and businesses their first look at Marion is through our relocation packets. The Chamber mails out about 150 packets per year and with the continued growth of our area this number will be on the rise. The packet includes lots of information on Marion, such as city demographics, historical articles, community activities, schools, hotels, restaurants and a list of realty companies. We also include our Chamber Directory and Chamber member’s business literature at no extra charge.
• Chamber Business Directory: The Marion Chamber of Commerce publishes the Chamber Business Directory annually. The Directory lists current Chamber members by category. This directory is distributed to all Chamber members and is given to all new businesses, included in relocation packets and given to visitors upon request. It is one of the most valuable communication tools you have.
• Chamber Newsletter: The Marion Chamber of Commerce publishes a weekly e-newsletter called “Chamber Chat”. This newsletter is full of information pertaining to current events , members’ spotlight, event calendar and featured speakers.
• Chamber Information Center: Within the Marion Chamber office we have our information center where members display their business literature. Many businesses and visitors come into the office just to find a source for a particular need.
• Chamber Web Site: Our web site, www.marionarchamber.org has recently been redesigned. The web site offers the ability to link to your business web site. It also offers a link to the City of Marion website.
• Chamber Education Seminars: In conjunction with the West Memphis Chamber and the Mid-South Community College we have offered a variety of seminars. Watch for future seminars on topics such as health care, business insurance and marketing.
• Chamber Member Plaque: As a Chamber member you will receive a plaque in recognition of your membership to be displayed at your place of business. When you renew your membership we send you a new certificate to insert. The plaque is a reminder to your clients and customers of your membership in the Marion Chamber of Commerce.
• Chamber Member Ribbon Cutting/Grand Openings: New and existing businesses are able to set up a photo opportunity for their grand openings, ground breaking ceremonies, special anniversaries, or just simply to announce your new membership to other members with a ribbon cutting at your place of business.
• Chamber Legislative Advocacy: The Chamber studies and takes positions on city, state and federal legislative issues that may impact member businesses.