The small business community is of tremendous importance to strengthening the regional economy, enhancing our global competitiveness, and improving Greater Boston's innovation economy. The Chamber recognizes the importance of small business and entrepreneurship, and has numerous free offerings tailored to our small business members.
Use the Small Business Center to Get Informed. Get Active. And Get Results. Follow the links below to some of the free networking opportunities that could generate new, qualified leads for your business.
Cost-Effective Marketing Opportunities
Chamber members have access to exclusive low-cost, high-impact marketing opportunities that can build your brand and generate qualified sales leads in the Greater Boston business community. Tools range from mailing labels to online ads to event sponsorship opportunities. Take advantage of this exclusive Chamber membership benefit, and get your business on the path to success!
Business Showcase
The Chamber’s Business Showcase is a unique opportunity for Chamber members to connect with Greater Boston’s outstanding small businesses. The Business Showcase will allow exhibitors and attendees to generate qualified leads in multiple industries and network with our small business community.
Chamber Networking Group
The Chamber Networking Group series is designed specifically for our small- to medium-size member companies, who want to expand their network of business contacts, generate new business leads, and learn the most effective networking strategies. The Chamber staff will facilitate the networking, providing attendees with an opportunity to introduce themselves to the entire group, speak on a specific topic of interest in a roundtable setting, and exchange business cards. Held every other month, these
events are free and open to Chamber members only.
Boston After Five
At these informal receptions, Chamber members have the opportunity to meet and socialize with other members of the business community at the city’s leading venues. These receptions are held five times a year and are open to Chamber members only. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres are provided and beverages may be purchased on a cash bar basis. Arrive early with plenty of business cards to get the most out of this networking opportunity!
Best Practices Seminar
This bimonthly series features guest presentations on best practices that businesses employ in the workplace. Participants leave with concrete next steps to develop their own performance, increase the performance of their colleagues and staff by exchanging thoughts and experiences, and help further expand an area of their business. Topics of this series will include, but not be limited to: developing a sustainable practice; marketing your business; leadership; nutrition/fitness; networking; sales and
innovation. These seminars are free and are open to Chamber members only.
Contact Sarah McNeeley, senior member services manager, if you have any questions regarding your membership.