Hosting an Event

What are the benefits of hosting a Chamber business Network Function?

• The opportunity to showcase a Chamber member and The Chamber
• An opportunity to also showcase yourself, your business and staff
• Networking with Chamber members - your clients, your prospective clients, your referral sources
• Showcasing your business to local VIPs (ie Mayor, Dubbo City Council, local members, etc)
• A relaxed and informal setting

How can you make the most of a Chamber Business Network Function?

• Invite your own guest list as well-include clients, prospects, community leaders & media (not invited by Chamber)
• Think about what messages you want to get across to your guests
• Create a theme or atmosphere that is relevant
• Have a guest speaker present an interesting topic that relates to your business
• Create a newsworthy announcement (ie awards to staff, etc)

What you need to provide:

• Details about your business and a logo for the invitation
• A suitable venue
• Finger food
• Drinks - alcoholic and non-alcoholic
• A focal point - speech, launch, etc

What the Chamber will do to help:

• Assist in overall activities and ideas
• Encourage all members to attend
• Promote your event in the media and Invite the media to cover your event
• Invite and encourage local dignitaries to attend
• Help you with ideas for catering and/or a theme
• The Chamber Network Coordinator will assist in the preparation of the function and on the evening itself