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c/edmonton-business-networkjordan_webbjordan_webb1mo agoProlific Poster

Went back and forth on Chamber of Commerce membership for months

I run a small personal training studio in the west end, and I kept going back and forth about joining the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce. The networking events seemed like a decent idea, but the $350 annual fee felt steep for a business my size. What finally convinced me was talking to another fitness studio owner down in Old Strathcona who said the member directory alone brought in 4 new clients during their first 3 months. So I signed up back in September, and honestly I think it's paying off. I've been to two morning mixers now and already connected with an office manager looking to start a corporate wellness program. Has anyone else here found the Chamber membership worth the money for a solo operation?
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jessica_robinson23
Yo @gavin692 I was wondering about the west end scene too! The thing nobody talks about is how Chamber members can get discounts on stuff like liability insurance and payroll services, which for a solo operator like us adds up fast. That $350 basically pays for itself if you save even a bit on those costs.
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gavin692
gavin6921mo ago
You on the west end too? Chamber's been solid for my business since I joined.
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emmawood
emmawood20d ago
That $350 membership fee basically buys you a permission slip to brag about being a local business owner at cocktail hours lol
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