FAQ

The company I work for is a member, does that make me a member too?

Yes! If the company you work for is a member, that makes all employees members as well. This means you can participate in all committees, programs and events. You will want to visit with your employer on what level of involvement works for you.

How do I get involved on a committee?

That's easy! Just reach out to us and we can discuss what committee(s) would be a good fit for you based on your interest, industry, schedule, etc.

Is the Chamber of Commerce part of the City?

No, we are not a branch of city government, but do collaborate with the City on programs and projects that affect businesses and citizens. We are a 501c6 non-profit organization and have been established since 1884.

How do I update my membership information?

Every member is able to update their business information that appears both online and in the printed Membership Directory & Resource Guide. Simply call or email us and we will send you login and password information. You can then update your company's profile including contact information, representatives, etc. You can also login to add job listings, pay invoices, and submit company press releases for the website.

What training programs do you offer?

We offer several programs including Leadercast, Leadership Aberdeen and Chamber Connections. Information can be found on this site, or simply contact our office.

If you are interested in a topic, please let us know!

Can you help me advertise open positions?

You can add job or internship listings on both the aberdeensd.com and aberdeen-chamber.com websites.

Here’s How: Click on the aberdeen-chamber.com website and scroll down to click on the member login square. Once clicked, it will ask you to provide your username and password. If you do not know this information, there is a link to reset and/or set up a password. Or, you can call the Chamber and we can provide you with the login information or reset it for you. Once there it will bring up your company’s Membership Profile, which is the information we have about your business in our system. The shortcut menu on the left side of the page lists the options you can update.

From the left hand shortcut menu; select Add Job Posting. From there you will be able to put in Job Title, Job Description and choose Category of job posting, It will also populate contact information for your business, which you can keep or modify for the job listing. You select the dates you want the job listing to run, and can also add a logo for your business. Once finished, submit for approval, and the Chamber will receive notification and approve the listing for you.

Once we do, the job listing will appear on two websites, aberdeen-chamber.com and aberdeensd.com, and we will also use the information to post your job listing on the Aberdeen Area Jobs Facebook page. If you need to go back in and make a change, just select Manage Job Postings.

For additional help, here are links:

I'm having an event. Do you have any resources I can utilize?

You bet! We have several items that members can rent or borrow including:

Cocktail Tables and Tablecloths
Sound System
Podium
Easels
Aberdeen Signage

Plus, Chamber members can utilize our Conference Room when available for off-site meetings, trainings, etc.

As a Chamber member, can I accept the Aberdeen gift card?

Yes! The Aberdeen Gift Card is actually processed through merchant's POS system as a visa card. It's a simple process to get you set up to receive them and the cards can only be used at Chamber member businesses. It's a great way to keep money circulating locally in our community. For more information on the card, click: https://aberdeen-chamber.com/events-programs/shop-local/

How do I get signed up to receive Chamber Announcements?

It's easy! Just send an email to gail@aberdeen-chamber.com and we will get you added to our system. These announcements go out every Monday and Friday mornings and there are other special event emails that go out as well. If you are not receiving them for any reason, let us know as they could be landing in your junk or clutter outlook folders, or being blocked by a firewall.

Can I advertise and/or submit information to be included in the Progress Magazine?

Yes! Chamber members can advertise in the Progress. Our staff sells the front cover and inside spread of each issue and Quality Quick Print sells all other advertising in the publication. Chamber members can also submit information to be included such as:

Business press releases
Educational articles pertinent to businesses and/or employees

Contact Gail Ochs at gail@aberdeen-chamber.com for publishing dates, guidelines, etc.

I have new employees. How can I get them engaged?

We are all about making connections and increasing engagement for your employees. The more engaged they are in the community, the more likely they are to stay at your company and in Aberdeen. Let us know when a new employee starts with you and we will make sure they are receiving Chamber e-mails. We can also get them involved in Chamber Committees, EDGE Events and encourage them to attend Business After Hours.

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