The Benefits of Becoming a Member

County Wexford Chamber

 

Membership Benefits – A Sound Investment in Your Business

At County Wexford Chamber, we pride ourselves on delivering an unrivaled range of services and benefits to our 450 members, all designed to boost your bottom line. Our dedicated team is committed to working for and with our members to ensure tangible results. Joining the County Wexford Chamber is a strategic investment, unlocking pathways to a rapidly expanding network of professional contacts. Here’s why membership is a smart move for your business.

Extend Your Network of Business Contacts

Central to our ethos is fostering member-to-member introductions and referrals. People do business with those they know and trust, and informing others about your business while making new contacts is the best way to grow. We organize over 100 networking and training events annually, many free for members. These events include Business After Hours, Breakfast Networking, Business Lunches, and Information Workshops/Seminars. Each event is a valuable opportunity to connect with other businesses and expand your network. Additionally, our structured training through the Wexford Chamber Skillnet Division enhances these networking opportunities.

Learn – Add Value to Your Business

We provide significant added value to your business through seminars, workshops, and briefings on a wide range of relevant topics such as innovation support, marketing, HR, accessing new markets, green business, and financing. These resources ensure you stay informed and equipped with the latest knowledge to keep your business competitive.

Promote Your Business

Promotion is key to any business’s success, and we offer numerous opportunities for our members to market what makes their business unique. Here’s how:

  • Newsletter: New members are introduced to our network through the Chamber e-newsletter, distributed regularly to key contacts within our network and the local business community. Stay updated with the latest business and economic news and events.
  • Online Member News Section: Members can use our website’s news section to share special offers, success stories, job opportunities, events, and more.
  • Business Listing on Wexford Chamber Website: Your business is profiled in our Members Directory with a link to your website. This directory is a key resource for businesses seeking suppliers or potential clients in Wexford.
  • Social Media: Leverage our social media following by tagging County Wexford Chamber in your posts, and we will share your messages to our 6,362 Twitter followers and 6,500 Facebook followers.
  • Targeted Mailshot: Quarterly opportunities to promote your business using our direct mail service to over 240 key contacts. Provide the marketing material, and we’ll handle the rest.
  • Sponsorship: Sponsor or host our Business After Hours Networking events. This sponsorship increases your business profile, provides speaking opportunities, media coverage, and the credibility of partnering with County Wexford Chamber.

Support Network

Learn from industry leaders and enhance your business knowledge through peer-to-peer advice. Benefit from shared experiences and solutions to common business challenges, ensuring you stay ahead in today’s dynamic business environment.

Upskill via County Wexford Chamber Skillnet

Maintaining a highly skilled workforce is crucial to national competitiveness. County Wexford Chamber Skillnet ensures your business has the necessary skills to thrive. Enjoy subsidized training with up to 25% discounts on most courses, and an additional 10% discount if you are a member of any County Wexford Chambers. Courses are delivered at times and locations that suit you.

Be Heard – The Influencing Voice of Wexford Business

We lobby on your behalf locally, nationally, and internationally to address and achieve Wexford’s business goals. By being a member, you bolster our lobbying power, ensuring your concerns are heard and addressed by key stakeholders.

Export Services

We are licensed to issue and certify export documentation, offering discounts on this service to our members. Services include issuing Certificates of Origin and information on export regulations and custom requirements. Our online facility at www.tradecert.com offers the following benefits:

  • Apply online and print from your desk
  • Obtain certificates in minutes rather than days
  • Save on travel, courier, and postage costs
  • Increase productivity and reduce costs

 

 

Joining County Wexford Chamber is not just an investment in your business; it’s a step towards greater growth, visibility, and success. Take advantage of our comprehensive benefits and watch your business thrive.