DIRECT MEMBERSHIP SERVICES:

PCI Insurance, Inc.

PCI Insurance, Inc. offers an expansive portfolio of valuable employee benefits for companies of all sizes in Pennsylvania. The ClubChamberTM portfolio includes workers’ compensation and a healthcare benefit program designed specifically for part-time employees. All of the programs can be offered on a voluntary or employee-paid basis.

For more information, call PCI Insurance Inc. directly at 800-755-3021 or click here for a free quote. Be sure to mention your Chamber membership.

Health Insurance

PCI Insurance, Inc. (a subsidiary of the PA Chamber) offers small business owners in central Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley the same health care benefits as many Fortune 500 companies. Appointed Highmark Blue Shield’s “Small Business Employee Benefit Solution,” the PCI Insurance programs offer maximum flexibility with a complete selection of benefits, including medical options, dental and vision.

Discounted Long Distance Telephone Service

Specializing in streamlining and managing an organization’s communications, ATX offers a full range of telecommunication services, including long distance, local toll-free, cellular, paging, Internet access, voice and data private lines, network services and integration, fax broadcast, conference calling, PC- and Web-based billing, pre-paid calling, and more. ATX’s diverse value-added portfolio makes it a true single-source provider. Customers have come to depend on the consistent delivery of unparalleled service and personal attention they receive from ATX. For more information, please click here.

ADVERTISING:

Business Connect Direct Mailing

Looking for a new way to market your business? Reach over 1,000 business people with a direct mail piece through the Chamber’s Business Connect mailing. Each month, the Chamber mails a packet containing information on upcoming events.
Member businesses are invited to take advantage of this monthly mailing by supplying the Chamber with their 8.5 x 11 inch flyers by the last week of the month previous to when you wish to mail the flyer. The packets are assembled with the flyers as part of the Business Connect mailing near the second week of each month. The benefits of this marketing outreach are priceless. Only a limited number of inserts are accepted each month, so reserve now! Please contact the Chamber office at 570.743.4100, or e-mail us at info@svcc.org.

The Voice of the Valley

Promote your business in the Chamber’s newly-expanded 24-page monthly newsletter The Voice of the Valley. Printed as an insert in The Daily Item and Danville News on the first Monday of each month, the newsletter reaches more than 73,000 households and businesses in the Greater Susquehanna Valley.  Chamber members receive a discount up to 33% off the regular Daily Item advertising rates. Click here for more details.

Opportunities also exist for members to write a guest column or article promoting their business and or products and services. 

Web Site

As a Chamber member, you will be listed on our Web site in the Membership Directory. If you have a Web site for your business, the Chamber also provides members with an opportunity to post your site’s link on the Chamber site for a one-time set up fee of $50.00.

You can also reach thousands of consumers with advertising opportunities on the Chamber’s Web site. All ad space on GSVCC.org is located just one click off the main page. Pages that are available for advertising include: Chamber Team, Membership Rewards, Membership Directory, Economic Development, About the Area, and Calendar of Events. Each page is limited to three ads along the top of the page. The pixel size for each logo is approximately 110 x 80. Ad opportunities are linked directly to your site. 

To take advantage of these Web opportunities, please contact the Chamber office at 570.743.4100, or e-mail us at info@gsvcc.org.

MEMBER TO MEMBER BENEFITS:

CertifiChecks.com

Available for corporations and consumers in the Greater Susquehanna Valley and throughout the United States, Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber Gift Certificates function just like a check. Merchant members can simply accept and deposit them into their bank account. CertifiChecks, Inc. administers this new and powerful member service for the Chamber. A Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber Gift Certificate is flexible and allows the recipient to choose the establishment off their list of participating Chamber member merchants. All applicable Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber merchant members are welcome to participate in the gift certificate program. Click here to purchase a GSVCC gift certificate!

Computer Discounts

The Chamber offers the Employee Purchase Program through DELL Computers. You can save 5-10% on your personal and professional computer purchases. Take advantage of this special members-only benefit today by calling the Chamber to receive your user ID, or click here to register for the Employee Discount Program.   

Referrals

The Chamber recognizes the importance of referrals to your business. The Chamber supports its members and makes every effort to refer callers to members for their services.

Notary Public Services

Chamber members receive free notary services at the Business Center Office located on Routes 11 & 15 in Shamokin Dam. Appointments for this service are recommended.

Ribbon Cuttings

The Chamber’s staff will help coordinate your ribbon-cutting with no fees. Whether you are a new member or an existing one who would like to showcase your business, we can help publicize your important event! Click here to see recent ribbon cuttings.

PUBLICATIONS, LISTS and INFORMATION

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

Annual Golf Classic

The Annual Golf Classic is a Chamber fund raising event, held in the summer at a golf course in the Greater Susquehanna Valley. More than 80 golfers participate in this relaxing, fun-filled event to show their support for Chamber programs and initiatives. Proceeds from the Golf Classic will be used to support the Young Americans Program, an initiative that recognizes and promotes future leaders within our local school districts. Lunch, goodie bags, contests and a dinner are included in this special event.

Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony

The Chamber’s annual gala at the beginning of the year recognizes outgoing and incoming Chamber officers and directors, celebrates the work of committee chairs and volunteers, and honors the Chamber’s Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, and Karen L. Hackman Star of Excellence award recipients. More than 300 Chamber members attended the 2007 event, held at the Silver Moon Banquet Hall in Lewisburg, to recognize accomplishments and volunteers in 2006. Click here for photos from the event.

ATHENA® Program

In 1981, a vision for celebrating, articulating, and influencing leadership was formulated in Lansing, Michigan. The concept focused on establishing an award to recognize outstanding women leaders who achieved professional excellence, gave back to their community, and created leadership opportunities for other women. Local communities across the United States and beyond our borders embraced the ATHENA® Award, named in recognition of the Greek goddess of wisdom and courage. Today, the ATHENA® Foundation is an established international organization that has recognized thousands of women and men for helping women reach their full leadership potential.

Breakfast Networking

Designed for even the most hesitant “networker,” The Breakfast Club will increase your contacts in a structured networking format. Groups consisting of 12-15 non-competitive businesses will meet on a regular basis for a brief breakfast and the opportunity to walk away with qualified business leads.

Business After Hours

These monthly evening meetings provide excellent opportunities for connecting with fellow members, discussing contemporary issues, learning about the Chamber’s special initiatives, and giving your business needed exposure in the four-county area.

Economic Forecast Luncheon

This premier Chamber event attracts more than 200 members and guests to hear a prominent economist discuss regional and national economic trends that will likely impact local business in the coming year.

Joint Legislative Forums

An opportunity for Chamber members to meet with Federal, State, and County elected officials to learn about issues affecting the community and specifically the business climate. These events draw area business leaders as well as local municipal officials. The Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce holds these meetings jointly with the Central PA Chamber of Commerce.

Monthly Meetings

The Chamber holds a monthly membership luncheon meeting at a member’s establishment. Several of the meetings have a regional focus and others serve as information forums for Chamber members.

Office Staff Recognition Luncheon

Held annually in April on National Administrative Professionals Day, this fun-filled celebration recognizes those in the workplace that help “keep business moving” in the Valley. The event features a light-hearted speaker and/or program, with numerous door-prizes and gifts donated by local business supporters. More than 175 Chamber members attend to show their support and recognition for key office and workplace staff.

Small Business Focus Seminars

Small Business Focus Seminars are monthly breakfast seminars designed to address the specific needs of small to mid-size businesses. The sponsor is given the opportunity to present specific topics of interest to a targeted audience. Topics must be approved by the Membership Committee prior to each event. 

Susquehanna Valley Rally – Tour the Valley by Bike

Cyclists of all ages and skill levels participate in this annual autumn bicycling event. Pre-planned 15- , 30- , and 60-mile routes take you one of the following: Snyder, Montour, Northumberland, and Union counties. This event is held in conjunction with the following Chamber affiliates: Danville Business Alliance, Lewisburg Downtown Partnership, Mifflinburg Heritage and Revitalization, Selinsgrove Chamber of Commerce, and Sunbury Revitalization Inc.

Visions & Connections Leadership Symposium

Visions and Connections is a women’s leadership symposium, inviting women to join their peers from the Valley to spend a day with highly experienced professionals. The conference gives attendees dozens of new ideas and action plans to boost their career, their attitude and their life. It’s especially designed to give powerful information and profound insights that will make a lasting, positive impact on attendees’ lives. This conference is about getting it “right”, and is what this unique, day-long event is all about.

REPRESENTATION

Local Government

The Chamber works with local government officials throughout the region to make doing business in the Greater Susquehanna Valley the best it can be.

State and Federal Government

The Chamber studies state and federal issues, takes positions that encourage economic well-being in the Valley, and effectively communicates the voice of the business owner to appropriate elected officials and government offices.

A Final Word…

The Chamber provides one additional membership benefit to every member every day. That benefit is information. If there is something you need to know, please do not hesitate to call the Chamber office. We will get you the answer or direct you to someone who knows, members make the Chamber—we always remember that.

CONTACT US

Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce
2859 N. Susquehanna Trail
P.O. Box 10
Shamokin Dam, PA  17876

E-mail: info@gsvcc.org
Phone: 570.743.4100, or 800.410.2880
Fax: 570.743.1221