|
|
| The Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County |
200 Innovation Blvd, Suite 150
State College, PA 16803 |
814 -234-1829 (voice)
cbicc@cbicc.org
www.cbicc.org
|
|
CBICC - The Ultimate Business Resource
Networking Opportunities: Be part of an exciting group of Chamber members seeking to make new business contacts. The direct way to connect with our membership is through Business After Hours events, Membership Luncheons, "Open for Business" Golf Tournament, the Business and Industry Expo, educational programs, and more. These programs and events allow you the perfect forum to meet face-to-face with your customers, colleagues and prospects; and make inroads into new business markets.
Member Benefits: Membership in the Chamber entitles you to exclusive members-only discounts on various products and services -- tools that can help you to maximize your business success. Member benefits offered through our affinity partners include programs such as health insurance, worker’s compensation insurance, and more. Contact the CBICC directly for more details.
Marketing/Advertising Opportunities: The Chamber offers many opportunities to market your business to decision makers throughout the region. Those opportunities include purchasing the Chamber membership labels, sponsoring a Chamber event or publication, website advertising, or advertising your products and services in our publications.
Government Advocacy: The CBICC is always striving to positively represent the business community through outreach and advocacy. The CBICC does collectively what none of us can do alone--speak loudly, clearly, and regularly on behalf of business. One of the important committees in this area is the Heritage 1 Committee. This Committee monitors and provides technical input to municipal and regulatory agencies to seek the highest quality and value of commercial and residential property.
Economic Growth and Workforce Development: As a member of the Chamber, you are an investor in the economic growth of our community. Your membership helps the Chamber tackle the tough issues affecting the area's economy. When the Chamber assists companies locating here or expanding existing businesses, it means more jobs -- and more customers and employees for you.
Business Financing: The CBICC offers several low-cost business financing programs for all types of new and expanding businesses. Contact the CBICC for eligibility and program guidelines.
Starting a Business: Contact our office for a number of resources that are available to help you get your new business off to the right start. We have many of the tools you will need to get your business going. You can also receive free individualized business counseling and business planning assistance through the Penn State Small Business Development Center located down the hall from our office. Call the SBDC at (814) 863-4293 to arrange an appointment. You can also call the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) for business counseling at (814) 234-9415.
Industrial Development: Affordable land for new, growing and expanding companies. The CBICC provides land for sale at Penn Eagle Industrial Park - located a half mile from the I-99 exit. Contact the CBICC for details.
Incubator Program: Have an innovative new product or technology you would like to commercialize? Why not start your new technology in our Incubator program? You will receive hands-on business assistance to nurture you through this crucial time as well as other technical assistance. Contact the CBICC for details.
Research - Information: Obtain facts and figures to help you understand the marketplace, tips and techniques to increase your profitability and timely information on the people and issues affecting Centre County.
|
 |
| The Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County is listed in these categories… |
| Business, Government and Non-Profit Organizations |
| Members |
|
