Membership Tips

The following is a collection of helpful tips presented by current members all of whom are having a successful experience with their involvement in the Meadowlands Regional Chamber.  Each new member has a different reason for joining our organization but the vast majority are looking to network and build relationships that lead to sales,  while others looks to build awareness of their brand and increase the visibility of their products and services.

1. Utilize and consult your assigned Ambassador to learn how and  where to best get involved. Your MRC Ambassador is someone who has already achieved a successful chamber experience so they will help mentor, connect, and steer you in the right direction.
2. Joining a committee allows you to focus your skill set and work towards common goals & interests with other MRC members. Advancing committee goals will increase the overall benefits between each and every member while allowing you to meet others in small group environments thus establishing solid relationship and friendships .
3. Regular attendance at MRC networking events and seminars helps puts a “face to a name” and allows you to build personal credibility among members who are already active. Regularly attending chamber events is another way to forge business relationships while also learning more about the Meadowlands region.
4. Sponsoring various functions helps increase your visibility within the chamber community; as well as attaching your organization to important chamber initiatives. Advance your own strategic marketing plan by tapping into targeted audiences that attend various chamber events.
5. Engage in proper networking tactics by focusing your efforts in the building of genuine relationships; therefore avoid the urge to “pitch” or “sell” yourself to members you meet. Instead be a good listener and genuinely help others make important connections… they are certain to return the favor.
6. Utilize the MRC’s low cost advertizing in digital & print mediums to increase your own company’s visibility and reach. Some of the various advertising options that are accessible to  chamber member are MUSA Magazine, the MRC Directory & Buyer’s Guide, Event Ad Journals, Meadowlands Snapshot E-Newsletters, printed Membership Mailings, to name a few.  All of these items are priced to be very cost effective as compared to many other forms of advertising.
7. It is important for our members to do their part in assisting us to build our membership and “grow the network.” By introducing the MRC to other businesses that you work with and sharing MRC opportunities with other parties of interest, you help expand opportunities for all.
8. Become familiar with MRC initiatives so you can be play a role in making  a difference in the Meadowlands region.  Learn the culture of the Chamber and help us advocate and advance our initiatives to further business growth and prosperity in the Meadowlands. Doing so will help define you as a business leader among your peers and clients.
9. Connect with the community through philanthropic events and activities. Embrace the spirit of giving back and learn about MRC Non-Profit organizations who help make better communities and improve the quality of life here in the Meadowlands.
10. When looking for activities to do or places to go, remember to buy local and use fellow members and this practice extends the goodwill of being a member. Visit and patronize establishments in and around the region as the Chamber/MLCVB is home to a great deal of fine restaurants, attractions, hotels, & much more!
11. “Help us, Help you!” Share your opinions with the Meadowlands Regional Chamber so we can continually better our organization & the benefits that we provide. Make www.meadowlands.org a favorite in your browser so you can stay informed of both chamber activities as well as local and regional initiatives… we call this Business Intelligence!