Join the
Chamber
Becoming
a Chamber member is as easy as downloading, printing and
completing the application.
Mail the application along with your
membership fee to:
The
Holdenville Chamber of Commerce
P.O.
Box 70
Holdenville,
OK 74848
or
drop it by our office, 119 N. Creek. We'd love to personally
welcome you.
Chamber
membership gives you The Chamber Advantage!
Business
Referral Service - The Chamber recommends and promotes
members only to the hundreds of phone calls and visitors we
receive each year.
Chamber
Website - Your business is listed in the membership
directory on our website. You may also link your site to ours
free of charge. The Chamber site provides users with visitor and
relocation materials, up-to-date demographics, and information
regarding Chamber activities.
Business
After Hours - Hosted by a different member business
each month, this is one of the many networking opportunities the
Chamber offers for membership and their guests. The hosting
member is invited to showcase their business while members and
potential customers network in a relaxed atmosphere.
Brochure
Display - Members are invited to display brochures
describing their services in the Chamber lobby as a resource
center for newcomers and visitors.
Visitor
Information Packet - Promotional packets are sent to
groups and individuals indicating an interest in visiting the
Holdenville area attractions. Your business may include coupons
in these packets.
Membership
Listing - A listing of Chamber members is free to the
membership.
Area
Map - Maps of Holdenville are available free of charge.
Vital
Statistics - City directories and demographic
statistics are available upon request.
Bulk
Mailing - Members may use the Chamber’s bulk mailing
permit free of charge.
Ribbon
Cuttings/Grand Openings - The Chamber sponsors new
business or expansion ribbon cuttings for members of the
Chamber.
Professional
Development - The Chamber hosts forums, seminars, and
town meetings to assist you in your business needs.
Assistance
to Small Business - The Chamber provides contacts,
referrals, and meeting rooms for business assistance centers to
council or assist owners and prospective owners of small
business.
Economic
Development Assistance - The Chamber supports and works
closely with the City of Holdenville to help businesses relocate
or expand in our area. We can help find a site and gather
pertinent demographic and market information.
Planning
Retreat - An annual planning retreat for the Chamber
membership is held in the fall of each year. Members are invited
to contribute ideas for committee objectives and programs to be
addressed in the Chamber Program of Work.
Retail
Development - The Chamber is continuously working to
improve the appearance of the city, promote community
activities, and sponsor other promotional programs for retail
development.
Health
Care - In coordination with local healthcare providers,
the Chamber is working to coordinate services and increase
public awareness of health issues.
Education
- The Chamber is actively involved in education by
working to promote cooperative programs and training to improve
the education levels and technical skills of the surrounding
available workforce.
Legislative
Issues - In cooperation with the Oklahoma State Chamber
of Commerce and Industry, we work to provide our membership with
information on issues effecting local business and industry.
Agri-Business
- The Chamber works to promote economic development
through the agricultural industry in Hughes County. We work in
conjunction with the OSU County Extension Office in providing
support of local agricultural programs.
Tourism
- The Tourism Council oversees the use of proceeds from
the lodging surcharge to enhance opportunities for tourism. The
Chamber works to develop and market Holdenville as a tourist
destination. We help to promote local attractions, community
events and celebrations.
Annual
Banquet - Chamber members are invited to the Annual
Banquet. Outgoing Board members, the President, and chairs of
committees are recognized for their contributions and
accomplishments.
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