Member Benefits

On behalf of the board of directors and Chamber staff, we would like to thank you for your investment in the Chamber. We work hard to offer our members as much benefit from their affiliation with us as possible. Through our professional memberships with industry organizations such as the US Chamber, Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives and Pennsylvania Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, our staff is trained to bring higher quality service to you. It is our hope that you will see more opportunities to grow your business over the upcoming year than ever before. Best wishes for a profitable and enjoyable year.

The Chamber has entered into some very exciting exclusive partnerships this past year. These program offerings are of the highest quality and value on the marketplace. We think you will agree that they enhance your business on many levels.


Financial Strategies for Successful Retirement®
This generic course introduces concepts and practices that will help you gain control of your finances and enjoy a comfortable retirement. The course will show you a conservative approach to wise money management and identify lifestyle issues facing retirees. You will learn important information about how to seek more from your investments, Social Security, and retirement plans. Chamber members are eligible for a discounted registration fee of $29 (normally $49) which includes an illustrated workbook containing many practical examples and exercises; a retirement planning data form that will help inventory assets, income, Social Security, and pension benefits; and an optional personal retirement planning consultation.

The course is generally offered twice per year, in the spring and fall, and is conducted in four 2½ hour sessions. For additional information and a detailed brochure call 610-783-1965 or email avi@myFIPadvisor.com To register for an upcoming course, please call the chamber directly at 610-725-9100.

By participating in our "Members Only" Benefit Programs, Chamber membership can save you money and provide the resources you need to do business effectively. All providers are members in good standing in the Chamber.


Pennsylvania Growth Lending
The Chamber is pleased to announce a special benefit for small business members: an opportunity to grow your business through a special financing program from Sovereign Bank and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Highlights include:

• Loans from $250,000 to $2.5 million
• Below-market interest rates*
• Flexible terms, tailored to your needs
• Financing for real estate, operating capital, equipment, software, etc.
• Streamlined application process and rapid funding
• Convenient closing and servicing at a local Sovereign branch
For more information, visit www.sovereignbank.com/pagrowth
Interest rate reduction for Chamber members


The Elite Group of Exton - Members can take advantage of the Chamber's health insurance program, administered by The Elite Group of Exton. They offer Group Medical, Group Dental, Group LTD, Group Vision, Individual Medical and more!

The Elite Group, as a single source solution, provides human resource services, employee benefits, benefits administration, payroll, property & casualty.…all under one roof!

Be Accurate, Be efficient, Be profitable, Be Elite
Click here for more information
www.elitegrp.com

CM Direct (The Chamber Mailing Direct) program is a proven method of direct marketing to a targeted audience. Contact the Chamber for more information. info@cccbi.org


UPS Preferred Rates - Through the UPS Customer Technology Program, you can reduce the time spent on shipping through full-featured bundles of software and hardware from leading manufacturers. Through web-based accounts, you can prepare domestic and international shipments, determine rates, schedule pick-ups and track your packages, all from your desktop.

UPS shipping discount's:

• $1.50 off of Next Day Air letters
• 10% off Next Day Air package service
• 10% off of 2nd Day Air AM Commercial Letter and Package
• 10% off of UPS 2nd Day Air Letter service
• 10% off of UPS 2nd Day Air package service
• 10% off of Export Worldwide Express Letter
• 10% off of Export Worldwide Express Document

For more information contact: Dominic White at 215-389-9072 or dominicwhite@ups.com
www.ups.com


Pennsylvania's largest circulation business publication. Members receive a complimentary subscription to this monthly magazine. To receive your complimentary subscription visit the Business2Business Magazine's website; www.business2businessonline.com and click on the subscription link or you can contact their office at 610-685-4900 and they'll gladly help you.


Comcast
Members can take advantage of free installations for business class internet with Comcast. Contact Kevin Broadhurst at 610-350-0155 or Kevin_Broadhurst@cable.comcast.com


From traditional and "next gen" voice and data communications to managed security services and other mission-critical technologies, ATX's products work together to form advanced solutions to three fundamental business needs: Infrastructure, Security, and Productivity.
ATX is dedicated to delivering "Fortune 500-class" technology and expertise to Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry members. ATX makes it easy to understand and implement technologies that solve your complex business issues.
To see what ATX can do for your business please visit www.atx.com or contact Carl Cherkin, Executive Relationship Manager at 800-220-2892, ext. 4493 or carl.cherkin@atx.com.