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Join the Northland Chamber of Commerce

Introduction

Membership to service organisations can provide real benefit for any business. Particularly if that organisation is a strong advocate of local business while at the same time is well connected to a wider network of like-minded groups.

Putting Northland First

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Northland (Inc) is a non-political, non-profit organisation which represents the full spectrum of business interests, both small and large, in Northland - retailing, service, manufacturing exporters, importers and other organisations.

Formed in 1902, the Chamber is one of 20,000 Chambers worldwide, and 32 in New Zealand.

The Chamber is governed by an elected President and Board of Directors, supported by skilled and professional staff. It has approximately 400 members.

Benefits of Membership

There are many reasons how belonging to the Northland Chamber of Commerce will assist you in achieving.

BUSINESS ADVICE & INFORMATION - Our toll free business advice line is available to all members - simply phone 0800-CHAMBER (0800 242 6237). Our business information service, biz Info, is an important first point of reference for those who want to know where to go for assistance or advice. Our trained staff can provide contacts and information on a diverse range of government and non-government services including funding. Visit our bizInfo information centre located at 113 Bank Street, Whangarei, phone us on 09 438 4771 or free phone 0800-4BIZINFO (0800 42 49 46) or 0800- BIZCENTER (0800 249 236) or check out www.business.govt.nz

EVENTS & NETWORKING - "Networking" in business is synonymous with opportunity. We host a range of events which offer members the opportunity to network, share knowledge and forge better relationships such as Business After 5’s (BA5) and motivational/educational/special interest breakfasts and luncheons. You have access to over 30 Chambers in NZ and 20,000 Chambers internationally. Membership is communal which means anybody within your business can be involved in Chamber activities. The development of creative and innovative events in partnership with our members increases the profile of the chamber and its members alike - for example The Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards. 

- Business After 5s 
- Speaker Breakfasts 
- Womens Networking 
- Specialist Seminars 
- Member initiated events / market to other members

EDUCATION AND TRAINING - One of the few certainties in a world full of change is that a business will always benefit from developing the skills of their workforce. As a member, of the Chamber you have the opportunity to access courses that cover business related topics, focused on upskilling you and/or your team to improve the performance of your business. Access to mentoring services is also provided.

A VOICE FOR BUSINESS - The Chamber represents the collective voice of its members to local and central government on business issues that can significantly influence the environment within which businesses can operate. The Chamber also represents individual members with concerns.

- Lobbying on your behalf on issues affecting commerce and industry. E.g. Rating Differentials, Roading, Tax (Central Government) using a proven advocacy and lobbying model
- Be a part of the biggest advocacy group in the World

TARGETED MARKETING - Effective marketing is promoting the right people at the right time. The Chamber can help you market to the right people by facilitating your business promotions to those Chamber members who meet your targeted profile.

- Cost Effective direct mail to our members
- Mailing Label service to over 6000 Northland Businesses (.20 to 2.00)
- Discounted advertising rates in Magazine.
- e-news editorial and discounted email (circ 2000+ businesses)
- Discounted Advertising in the B-Vital Magazine / Brochure (12000 Chamber Members Rotorua north)
- Potential to partner with the Chamber of Commerce for Business Awards.
- Opportunity to host Business After 5 events
- Opportunity to hold Special events - e.g. Industry seminars / in conjunction with Chamber of Commerce at all locations
- Member to Member benefit Scheme
- Opportunity to Market to 10000 Chamber member businesses in the Northern Region

INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES - Important for the export sector, the Chamber acts as a signing authority to assist with trade documentation, international contracts and trading opportunities such as Certificates of Origin and Letters of Introduction. Meet and learn from fellow exporters, share Export related services; obtain specific market information from actual exporters, benefit from networking with exporter members, skill build and share information, attend special interest seminars. (Letter of Introduction – Opens doors with overseas member of the Chamber of Commerce when travelling abroad.)

BUSINESS SAVINGS - The Chamber has negotiated savings benefits for Members such as fuel, vehicles, office products and telecommunications on both a local and national level.

FOCUSED TEAM - Your local Chamber team is focused on helping you be the best that you can be in business. We do this by positively influencing the environment in which businesses operate and by providing opportunities, products, and services that will improve the success and vitality of business.

OTHER BENEFITS – There are many intangible benefits of belonging to the Chamber of Commerce. Not the least of these is the sharing of the common goal of making Northland a better place to do business.

- All member employees entitled to minimum 12% discount on new Ford vehicles / leases.
- OfficeMax Discounts.
- Best ever Vodafone / First Mobile deals
- Liquor King deals
- Free Log in and Informational services through the Auckland Chamber of Commerce Website
- Shell Card – 5c per litre discount on whole vehicle fleet

Chamber membership fees are considerably less than most people would imagine when you consider the benefits and opportunities that come from belonging to this organisation.

Membership Fees

Business Start-Up $115.00 (for first year of trading) 
1 - 3 Employees $180.00
4 - 6 Employees $270.00
7 - 9 Employees $380.00
10 - 50 Employees $550.00
51+ $550 + $10 for each staff member up to maximum of $800

There is also a monthly instalment payment option.

To join simply fill out the application form online click here

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