It's
YOUR clearinghouse for Taylorville! The Chamber is a public relations firm for
Taylorville and its businesses. We reply to inquiries about our community
and offer general
information concerning Taylorville. We serve as a referral center,
recommending ONLY Chamber members to our many callers. Every
inquiry is answered fully, promptly, and courteously, creating favorable
impressions about our community and your business.
In 2007 we answered 3,722 phone calls, had 1311 people come through
our front door and gave out 1629 referrals.
The Greater Taylorville
Chamber of Commerce provides many fun and viable networking opportunities
through our many programs: • Monthly Business After Hours
• Volunteering on Committees
• Annual Golf Outing
• Annual Banquet
• Member of the Quarter Receptions, and
• Business Leadership Series luncheons and seminars
The Greater Taylorville Chamber
of Commerce publishes a bi-monthly newsletter keeping members aware
and
informed, and also provides the following opportunities: • Members can insert a flyer for $10 (cost to non-
members $200). Your insert will reach key Taylorville business leaders!
• Members can also provide flyers that we insert in our relocation/informational
packets - priceless!
The Greater Taylorville Chamber
of Commerce works closely with other organizations and City and
County
Government. Our President and CEO sits on the "Vision for Taylorville
Committee",
Christian County Economic Development Corporation, Christian County
Ag Group and The Lincoln Statue Committee.
The Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce
provides recognition and awards: • Member of the Quarter Award (includes newspaper
and radio advertising valued at $500).
• Ribbon Cuttings for new
members and new facilities (includes newspaper and radio advertising
valued at $400).
• Celebrates “Chamber Week” in local media promoting
GTCC members.
The Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce
also: › Is a member of the Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.
› Maintains a high profile in the community
› Promotes Taylorville with the Annual Chillifest. On Chillifest
weekend, we attract 10,000-12,000 people to the square.
› Co-ordinates and maintains the Community Calendar keeping
the community informed and prevents duplication of events.
› Publishes the Taylorville City Map with discounted advertising
opportunities for Chamber members.
› Promotes members doing business with other members, some
offer special discounts.
› Administers the Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce
Gift Certificate Program at no cost to participants. Since September
of 2000 the
program has had an economic impact of over $1,000,068. The Chamber
keeps local dollars in our community.
› Sponsors the quarterly Business Leadership Series luncheons
and seminars.
› Was instrumental in establishing the “Leadership Excellence
Achieved by Design” program.
› Sponsors the “Choices” program for Freshman
at Taylorville High School.
› Was a key player in electrifying the square and the Decorate
the Square Campaign.
› Promotes Taylorville and members weekly on Chamber Chat,
heard on WTIM radio.
› Hosts the Annual Banquet,
normally held the first Friday in May.
› Co-ordinates the Annual Citizen of the Year Award.
As you can see, the advantages and benefits of being
a member of the Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce are numerous.
Join Us! If you consider only the monetary
value of your Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce dues investment,
and take
advantage of all the services, you recoup your investment several
times over.(GTCC dues are considered a normal and ordinary business
expense for tax purposes.
Greater Taylorville Chamber of Commerce
108 West Market Street
Taylorville, Illinois 62568
217.824.4919 ph
217.824.6689 fx
email: info@gtcc.com