CHAMBER INFORMATION
 The
Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce had its origins in 1924, when it
was initially created as the "Bainbridge Board of Trade"
with the purpose of improving the quality of life in the citizens
of Bainbridge and Decatur County as well as enhancing the well-being
of the community.
In 1926, the Bainbridge Board of Trade was incorporated and became
known officially as the "Chamber of Commerce for Bainbridge
and Decatur County". The name was later slightly revised to
the current name of "Bainbridge-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce".
Although the activities of the Chamber have changed with the times
as new technology has appeared and as the business environment has
evolved, the overall mission of the Chamber has remained unchanged.
Promoting the health, well-being, and quality of the community has,
and always will be, the top priority of the Chamber. The official
motto of the Bainbridge-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce, "Georgia
at its Best" reflects the pride that we, as a community, have
in the environment that we have been able to create and maintain.
Chamber Membership Benefits:
The Bainbridge-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce is your door to
an active, profitable role in the community. We look after your
interests, represent you in government, express your opinions, and
meet your needs.
We also perform the following roles:
- We make sure your voice is heard in decisions that could affect
your business.
- As a Chamber member, you join with other active, local members
of the business and professional community to assure a healthy,
growing economy.
- Through your Chamber membership, you have the opportunity to
participate on a committee or task force in an area of interest
to you.
- Best of all, Chamber membership is your customer's assurance
that you are part of a concerned, reputable business, and professional,
men and women working to better themselves and their community.
Chamber Services:
The Chamber provides many valuable services to the community, many
which are beneficial to the community as a whole, and not to member's
only; however, membership has some very significant advantages.
Listed below are services available to Bainbridge-Decatur County
Chamber of Commerce members:.
- Chamber Newsletter
- The Chamber’s monthly newsletter is filled with information
about its membership and activities. The subscription price is
included in your membership dues.
- Clubs and Organizations List
- The listing of the clubs and organizations in Bainbridge and
Decatur County includes the contact person, address, and telephone
numbers.
- Manufacturers Directory
& Economic Development Profile - A publication
that includes in-depth information on Bainbridge-Decatur County
industries and utilities, as well as transportation information,
communication, and educational systems.
- Chamber Breakfast
- The Chamber of Commerce hosts monthly breakfast meetings to
offer members and potential members an alternate way to conduct
business and network with other Chamber members.
- Inquiry Assistance
- The Chamber of Commerce serves as an information source for
both telephone and written inquiries.
- Business After Hours
- Like the chamber breakfast, the BAH allows members to meet with
other professionals in a more relaxed atmosphere at no charge
to you, the member, for attending.
- Mailing Labels -
A computerized Chamber member mailing list is available to Chamber
members for a nominal fee.
- Maps - A most current
map of Bainbridge and Decatur County is available.
- Realtors List - A
complete list of all Real Estate Agents who are members with addresses
and phone numbers is available.
- Referral Services
- The Chamber receives thousands of calls and letters each year
wanting the name of a business or individuals that can provide
a service for them. It is our policy to provide information for
Chamber members only. Chamber members are also encouraged to place
their brochures on the display rack in the Chamber lobby.
- Research Information
- Various research manuals on the State of Georgia are housed
in the Chamber office. Population, income, agricultural, and economic
data are available in these publications.
- Ribbon Cuttings/Ground Breaking
- The Chamber Staff can make arrangements for these ceremonies
upon request. All services except the catering can be handled
by the staff.
- Seminars - The chamber
periodically sponsors seminars on topics of interest to its members.
What the Chamber is:
- A non-profit action-oriented members' organization for business
and professional people and concerned individuals representing
the best of Bainbridge and Decatur County.
- An organization carrying out its programs through the financial
support of members, many of whom participate on numerous committees
and task forces, and assisted by a full-time professional staff.
- An organization that answers many written inquiries annually
from every state in the U.S.
- An organization that provides information and assistance to
visitors and newcomers.
- The only area-wide volunteer organization working for the well-being
of the entire Bainbridge and Decatur County community.
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