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Joining the yankton chamber of commerce has meny benefits for its members



The Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce strives to help members grow their businesses. One way we do that is by providing tools to help you promote your business and increase your bottom line.  


The Yankton Area Chamber of Commerce strives to help members grow their businesses.  One way we do that is by providing tools to help you promote your business and increase your bottom line.

Unlimited Business Support

Chamber & Visitors Center Conference Room - Receive free use of the Conference Room for your company meetings.

Chamber Newsletter - Each member receives a free subscription to the Chamber's monthly newsletter - designed to keep you up-to-date on area happenings and give you information on area businesses. Members can purchase a advertisements in the e-newsletter (for a minimal fee). Non-members are not eligible. 

State Support - Your business receives access to the Governor's Office of Economic Development, South Dakota Department of Tourism and other state departments.


Meet new local community and business leaseders through your contacts in the chamber of commerce. 





Get involved, stay informed and gain business insight. Select from the programs and events below to make the most of your membership.

Committee Meetings - The Chamber has nine committees with several task forces serving under them. Member businesses and their employees are invited to participate in these committees that have goals of improving the quality of life and economic growth in the Yankton area. View Calendar of Events.

Contacts Over Coffee – This is a great networking opportunity where each member in attendance gives a brief introduction of themselves and their business. A couple of pre-selected businesses give a spotlight presentation.  Contacts Over Coffee are held the second Wednesday every month at 7:45 a.m. at the Chamber & Visitors Center Conference Room. View Calendar of Events.

Membership Directory - Membership Directory with board, committees and programs of work. *Updated quarterly.

     2010 Chamber Membership Directory 2010 Chamber Membership Directory

Membership Mixers - Various mixers are held throughout the year for members to exchange business cards, make new contacts, socialize and have a little fun. Members also have the opportunity to sponsor mixers and other Chamber activities and events, which are recognized through media advertisements and the Chamber Newsletter. Membership Mixers are held Feb. - May and Sept. – Dec. on the second Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. at different locations.  View Calendar of Events. 












he Chamber has ten committees (link to Chamber Committee page) with several task forces serving under them. Member businesses and their employees are invited to participate in these committees that have goals of improving the quality of life and economic growth in the Yankton area. View Chamber Calendar of Events.

 Various mixers are held throughout the year for members to exchange business cards, make new contacts, socialize and have a little fun. Members also have the opportunity to sponsor mixers and other Chamber activities and events, which are recognized through media advertisements and the Chamber Newslette



Chamber members also get great visibility in the community.


 One of the greatest benefits enjoyed by Chamber members is the exposure gained through our 
 marketing efforts.

 New Member Recognition - Your company is prominently mentioned at our mixers, board meetings 
 and in the Chamber Newsletter.

 Visitors Center - Display your company brochure in the Visitors Center that attracts hundreds of
 visitors and new residents each month. 

 Web site Link - Link your business Web site to the Chamber's Web site that receives thousands of
 hits per month. 

 Limitless Unsolicited Referrals:
 The Chamber receives many requests each day for recommendations on goods and services in the
 Yankton area.

 Our staff refers ONLY Chamber members by using the Membership Directory.

      •    Each member receives a listing in the Membership Directory on our Web site


 

in addition your chamber membership also gives you advertising sponsoring services, business management services, and office services

In addition to the many great benefits of being a Chamber member,
your business also receives:

Advertising and Sponsoring Services
•    Ag Gala
•    Annual Meeting & Banquet
•    Chamber Golf Day
•    Chamber Newsletter
•    City and Lake Map (fee)
•    Contacts Over Coffee
•    Customer Appreciation Day
•    Educator Appreciation Coffees
•    Holiday Shopping Rewards
•    New Teacher Luncheons
•    Ribbon Cuttings
•    Visitors Center
•    Web site
•    And More!

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    Business/Management Services
    •    Chamber Member business Information
    •    Community Profile brochure
    •    Convention Services
    •    Coordination with Yankton Area Progressive Growth, Inc. and Yankton Manufacturers Association
    •    Economic Development Information/Services
    •    "New Horizons" - A resource guide to starting or expanding your business in the Yankton area
    •    Open forums on legislative and public issues
    •    Relocation and visitor packets
    •    Representation on Boards:  Junior Achievement, Keep Yankton Beautiful, Missouri River
         Corridor, Missouri River Restoration Taskforce, PanAmerican Highway Association and
         Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association.
    •    Small business assistance
    •    Statistical, demographic and historical Information
    •    Yankton Video (additional charge applies) 

    Office Services 
    •    Certificates of Origin
    •    Community calendar of events
    •    Local telephone directory outlet
    •    Name tags for visitor related meetings and conventions
    •    Notary public service
    •    Polk directory library
    •    World-Wide Chamber of Commerce telephone numbers and addresses

    Give your company the momentum it needs - BECOME A MEMBER today!