“Implementing ChamberView marks the first time in my six years in Chamber work that members are calling to tell us how thrilled they are about a new membership benefit. They are using words like easy, fun, tangible, innovative, valuable, renew… I’ve talked to businesses who’ve been ‘silent members’ for years. I’ve received membership checks from business owners who’ve sat on the fence waiting for a compelling reason to join. We’ve given them something to be excited about and it’s directly tied to their membership in the Chamber.”
Adrienne Olson, Communications Manager Fargo Moorhead Chamber of Commerce
“I view this new tool as an excellent resource for Chamber members. What a unique and spectacular way to showcase your business utilizing technology! It is like having a booth at business after hours 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! I am very excited for this resource and look forward to seeing FM ChamberView grow with all of the Chamber’s unique business members.
I personally plan on using the booth as a way to continue to build exposure and establish my agency. I will use materials consistent with my other marketing efforts in order to create a position for my business in the mind of consumers. This certainly adds value to my membership with the Chamber as everything on the back end is already set up. All I have to do is add my logo and a few nice words and I’m up and running! It is a turn-key marketing tool that is perfect for small and large businesses alike. Whether you already have a web presence or are just looking to get started, this is a valuable resource for members.”
Kyle Gagner, Career Agent Nodak Mutual Insurance Company
“We implemented our Virtual Expo while our web site design was in progress, and in the middle of planning our annual international trade show. So of course we were very concerned about technical requirements and implementation timelines. When we learned requirements meant having an internet browser, a logo and agreement amongst our team for navigation labels, it really seemed too easy… Turns out it was! With online training and easy-to-follow user guides, I can’t think how our Virtual Expo implementation could have been smoother.”
Jeff Zent, Communications Director North Dakota Trade Office
“I see ChamberView as a very real added benefit for small businesses (such as mine) and/or shoestring start-up operations. When cash-flow and extra dollars at start-up are at a premium, simply choosing Chamber membership is a big expenditure when there are so many ways those limited dollars have to go. The fact that ChamberView can create an immediate, tangible presence for a business in the community and the marketplace is a real selling point not only for Chamber membership but also for membership renewal.”
Galen Schroeder Dakota Indexing
“ChamberView is a great idea and option for businesses that are Chamber members. It is another way the value of membership is enhanced. This will be a great service for many businesses, especially some of the smaller stores and service providers. The look and the feel the site gives off are tremendous. It is easy to navigate and, as said before, it will be another great way for members to showcase their business. Congrats to the Chamber and staff as well as Spider & Co. for developing and implementing the all new ChamberView benefit. Thank you FM Chamber!”
Donn Groth KVLY-TV 11/NBC
“It’s an excellent recruitment, retention and marketing tool! It’s generated some real excitement and a new stream of revenue for us.”
Sally Haas, President Pittsburgh Airport Area Chamber of Commerce
“The Chamber of Fargo Moorhead has found yet another way to continue in its efforts to make the community stronger by its ongoing, enthusiastic promotion of the community’s businesses and industries with the implementation of the ChamberView. Marketing and communication are two of the most critical challenges facing businesses and industries in today’s difficult economy and those of us at the Skills & Technology Training Center are looking forward to using ChamberView as an effective tool to accomplish the task.”
Mel Olson NDSCS Skills & Technology Training Center
“The FM Virtual Marketplace is a fantastic bonus to our Chamber membership. This venue is a great way to reach potential clients and give them information they are looking for in a very appealing way.”
Sabrina Whiting Catering by Concordia
“I’ve been in business for over 34 years…and finally got around to joining the Chamber. ChamberView finally put me over the edge. I’m crazy about my booth and hope it will drive business my way. I feel it really adds value to my membership, which is already a bargain. Thanks!!”
Steve Revland Revland Fine Furniture