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What does the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce do?

The chamber is a nonprofit organization committed to promoting, protecting and improving business on the Grand Strand. The chamber serves Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach, Little River, Atlantic Beach, Garden City Beach, Loris, Conway, Aynor, Murrells Inlet, Litchfield Beach, Pawleys Island, Socastee and Carolina Forest. For more, click here.

How can I join the chamber?

We welcome you to join the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. You can find applications to join here. If you have questions about joining or the application, contact Business Development Manager Pam Wright by calling 843-916-7220 or emailing Pam.Wright@VisitMyrtleBeach.com.

What is the cost of joining the chamber?

The cost varies based on the type and size of a business. Contact Business Development Manager Pam Wright by calling 843-916-7220 or emailing Pam.Wright@VisitMyrtleBeach.com for exact dues.

My company is part of the chamber, am I?

Yes. As an employee of a chamber investor business, you have access to all the benefits offered by the chamber.

My company is an investor with the chamber, can I attend events?

Yes. All employees of chamber investor businesses have full access to the chamber benefits including events. We encourage you to register for and attend networking and education classes. A full list is available here.

How do I register for events?

Click the register button on the event page to launch the registration form. Complete the registration contact information. Click "Select Items" to adjust the quantity as needed. Click "Attendees" to update additional attendee information. Finish by clicking "Submit Registration." Logging in at the top of the registration page can save you time. For login credentials or help registering, email loginhelp@visitmyrtlebeach.com.

Can my business host a chamber networking event?

Hosting events is a great way to introduce your business to fellow chamber investors. If you want more information or want to schedule a Business Before, During or After Hours or Touring Tuesday, contact our Business Development Programs Manager Kema Parsley by calling 843-916-7276 or emailing Kema.Parsley@VisitMyrtleBeach.com.

For ribbon-cutting ceremonies to celebrate grand openings, expansions, anniversaries or moves, fill out the scheduling request form. Please try to submit your request at least two weeks prior to the event to allow enough time for scheduling and promotion.

I'm not receiving emails from the chamber. What should I do?

Make sure you’ve signed up for eNews by submitting this form. Be sure to check spam or quarantine folders. If you’re still not seeing emails, contact our Business Development Marketing Manager Amanda.Blomquist@VisitMyrtleBeach.com.

I'm a member at another Grand Strand area chamber. Does that mean I also am a member at the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce?

No. Though the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce often holds events in conjunction with other area chambers, membership is separate for each chamber.

How can I get my login for the member's only portal?

Email loginhelp@visitmyrtlebeach.com to get your credentials. Please make sure you include your full name and what business(es) you work for.

I am an investor. Do you have a chamber logo I can use on my website?

Yes. You can find a web sticker inside the members only portal. Email loginhelp@visitmyrtlebeach.com if you need login credentials. If you need the logo for other purposes, you may contact our business development marketing manager by emailing Amanda.Blomquist@VisitMyrtleBeach.com.

How do I submit coupons for my online membership listing?

All investor businesses can add coupons through the member’s only portal by clicking “Add A Coupon.” You may post general coupons for anyone to use or Member-to-Member coupons exclusive for fellow chamber investors. Additional coupon and discount types are available seasonally.

For troubleshooting, contact Amanda Bailey for coupons, Amanda.Bailey@VisitMyrtleBeach.com or 843-916-7238, or Caroline Yahnis for Member-to-Member Discounts, Caroline.Yahnis@VisitMyrtleBeach.com or 843-916-7205.

My company is an investor. Am I allowed to use Member-to-Member Discounts?

Yes. If you need additional Member-to-Member Discounts cards, contact Caroline Yahnis by emailing  Caroline.Yahnis@VisitMyrtleBeach.com or calling 843-916-7234.

How can I become more involved in the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce?

We’re so glad you asked! Here at Myrtle Beach Area Chamber, we offer investors and their employees a range of opportunities to share their expertise and enthusiasm with fellow chamber investors and the community. We strongly encourage our stakeholders to become familiar faces at the chamber’s events, committee meetings and programs. Join a chamber committee or the ambassador program, host or sponsor an event, or teach an educational class. Need help to get started? Visit our Engagement Opportunities page.
 

Can I have a list of member emails?

No. The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce values the privacy of our stakeholders and does not share email addresses. To get information about purchasing a Member-to-Member Email or a membership list with mailing addresses, contact Pam Wright, sales manager, by emailing Pam.Wright@VisitMyrtleBeach.com or calling 843-916-7220.

How do I contact other chamber investors?

Chamber mailing lists are available for purchase with mailing addresses and phone numbers. The list does not include email addresses.

Contact Pam Wright, sales manager, by emailing Pam.Wright@VisitMyrtleBeach.com or calling 843-916-7220 for more information. If you are interested in other businesses’ products or services, we encourage you to contact them through the information provided in our Business Directory. Our networking events also are a great way to connect.

I am a member of Grand Strand Young Professionals. Am I a member of Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce?

GSYP membership is separate to Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce membership. GSYP members are welcome to attend chamber networking events and Chamber Academy education classes.

I am an investor of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Can I attend Grand Strand Young Professional events?

GSYP hosts events specifically for young professionals. As part of your investment with MBACC you receive two GSYP memberships for free. If you are interested in joining GSYP, learn more here.

My company is interested in sponsorships. What opportunities are available at the chamber?

Several affordable sponsorship opportunities are available. View our sponsorship booklet or contact Pam Wright, business development manager, by emailing Pam.Wright@VisitMyrtleBeach.com or calling 843-916-7220 for more information.
 

Is the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce part of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce?

Yes. We are proud members of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

As a small business investor of Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, you can enjoy complimentary membership in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce with access to small business toolkits, discounts and much more.

How can I advertise on the chamber's website or in one of the chamber’s publications?

Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce offers investors a variety of ways to market their business, including display ads on MyrtleBeachAreaChamber.com and Grand Strander e-newsletter. Learn about all these marketing tools and more here.

I have an event coming up at my business, how can the chamber help me promote it?

Submit your event using this form to be added to our website. If your event is created on your Facebook page, please send the link to Amanda.Blomquist@VisitMyrtleBeach.com. The chamber will share your post once to help promote your event. You can also join our Facebook group, Local to Local in Myrtle Beach, to share your event.

What events can be posted on the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber calendar?

Chamber sponsored events are listed on the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber website calendar. For example: ribbon-cuttings, Chamber Academy classes, Business After Hours, chamber committee meetings. Nonprofit fundraisers, community events and job fairs also may be listed. Submit your event using this form. If you need login credentials, please email loginhelp@visitmyrtlebeach.com.

How do I do business with Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce?

MBACC entertains bids for services (request for proposals) from time to time based on the needs of the chamber. When there is a match for our business need and your commodity based on the information and capabilities you provide, we will contact you directly. To receive notifications about open RFPs, please update your e-news subscription to receive RFP notifications.

 

Can I use the chamber's conference rooms to host my own meetings?

No. We encourage you to search our business directory for members who have meeting facilities.

Can all investor employees take advantage of chamber benefits?

Yes. All employees have access to chamber benefits as long as the business remains an investor.

How do I find out if a business is a chamber investor?

Search for the business in our directory. Using the advanced search function, queries can be completed with a company name, city, state, website and/or phone number. If that fails, but you think the business is an investor, contact Amanda Blomquist, business development marketing coordinator, by emailing Amanda.Bailey@VisitMyrtleBeach.com or calling 843-916-7205.

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Sponsorship provides our investors the opportunity for recognition and publicity. For some events, sponsorship will also include tickets to the event, the opportunity to speak to attendees or to distribute promotional items. Check out the Investment and Sponsorship Program and stretch your marketing budget. 

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