Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce About Us

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1.What is the Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce?
2.How do I contact the Greater Seattle Chamber?
3.Where is the Greater Seattle Chamber located?
4.Why should my company join the Greater Seattle Chamber?
5.How does my company join the Greater Seattle Chamber?
6.Does my business need to be located in Seattle to join the Greater Seattle Chamber?
7.Are dues tax deductible?
8.Are small businesses involved in the Greater Seattle Chamber?
9.What types of events does the Greater Seattle Chamber offer?
10.Do I need to be a member to attend Greater Seattle Chamber functions?
11.How can the Greater Seattle Chamber help me promote my business?
12.Does the Greater Seattle Chamber offer health care and other employee benefits to member companies?
13.What if I have a concern about a governmental decision that affects my ability to grow my business?
14.If I don't have time to be involved in Greater Seattle Chamber activities, does that decrease the value of my membership?
15.How can I get more involved in the Greater Seattle Chamber?
16.How can I receive the Greater Seattle Chamber newsletter and other publications?
17.How do I make changes to my company's listing in the printed and online directories?
18.Does the Greater Seattle Chamber provide relocation and visitor information?

What is the Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce?
Founded in 1882, the Greater Seattle Chamber is a private, membership-based organization that promotes economic prosperity in our region and provides businesses with tools to grow. Our strength lies in the number and diversity of our members. The Greater Seattle Chamber often works with government to improve our region's business climate but is not a department of any governmental entity.
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How do I contact the Greater Seattle Chamber?
You can reach us by phone at 206.389.7200; fax:206.389.7288; email:info@seattlechamber.com. Greater Seattle Chamber offices are open Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Where is the Greater Seattle Chamber located?
The Greater Seattle Chamber is located in downtown Seattle in the Rainier Tower building at 1301 5th Ave., Suite 2500, Seattle, WA 98101.
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Why should my company join the Greater Seattle Chamber?
As part of the largest and most influential business network covering the metro Puget Sound region, Greater Seattle Chamber members are connected to the people, information and resources they need to grow their businesses and make a positive impact on the future of the region.
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How does my company join the Greater Seattle Chamber?
Contact us at 206.389.7236 or complete our online request form. Membership is open to any business or organization with an interest in the economic health of the region.

Does my business need to be located in Seattle to join the Greater Seattle Chamber?
The Greater Seattle Chamber is a regional business resource and advocate. Approximately 40 percent of our 2,200 members are located outside the city of Seattle; geographically, our reach extends as far north as Marysville and south to Olympia.

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 Greater Seattle Chamber?
More than 80 percent of our members are small businesses. The Greater Seattle Chamber works to support these businesses by providing professional development, networking and marketing opportunities, employee benefit and cost-saving programs.
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What types of events does the Greater Seattle Chamber offer?
The Greater Seattle Chamber holds more than 350 programs per year. Offerings include networking events, professional development workshops and seminars, public affairs programs and annual membership events.
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Do I need to be a member to attend Greater Seattle Chamber functions?
Greater Seattle 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 prospective members to attend one of our programs to learn more about us.
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How can the Greater Seattle Chamber help me promote my business?
Greater Seattle Chamber members enjoy exclusive opportunities to broaden their customer base. Events are one of the most effective ways to build your business. The Greater Seattle Chamber offers more than 350 programs per year, including the region's best networking and tradeshow event. Other promotional opportunities include co-branding and advertising packages, business listings on seattlechamber.com and target marketing through directories and customized databases.
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Does the Greater Seattle Chamber offer health care and other employee benefits to member companies?
The Greater Seattle Chamber, in partnership with our member businesses, provides employee benefit packages and cost-saving programs at competitive rates. Offerings include the Business Health Trust group insurance program and the ShareBuilder 401(k) plan.
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What if I have a concern about a governmental decision that affects my ability to grow my business?
The Greater Seattle Chamber takes action at the local, regional and state levels to strengthen economic vitality and improve the climate for business. We recognize that quality of life, funding for charitable organizations, schools, government budgets and the like derive from a productive economy. We are committed to ensuring that public officials are given the full facts about how their decisions affect business. To bring an issue to our attention, email the Public Affairs team or call 206.389.7265. Click here to see our public policy priorities.

If I don't have time to be involved in Greater Seattle Chamber activities, does that decrease the value of my membership?
Not at all. Members consider the Greater Seattle Chamber their business partner—working on their behalf at all times. And, members can choose their level of involvement.
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How can I get more involved in the Greater Seattle Chamber?
There are numerous ways to get involved. Attending events, participating in member-driven committees and sponsoring programs are all ways to become more engaged and to expand your contacts within the greater Seattle business community.
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How can I receive the Greater Seattle Chamber newsletter and other publications?
The Greater Seattle Chamber communicates primarily via email and our electronic publications: eNews, eVENTS Update and Messages from the President.
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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, email us your updates.

Does the Greater Seattle Chamber provide relocation and visitor information?
The Greater Seattle Chamber offers a variety of information designed for residential or business relocation.

If you are visiting Seattle, check out our Visiting Seattle section, or contact Seattle's Convention and Visitors Bureau.

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