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One of my first acts as a new business owner was to join the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC) http://www.abqchamber.com/.  I joined with no expectations beyond being learning and being part of a network of business people. Like so many others who join the chamber I, also was seeking knowledge.

Time and a frequent question from friends and acquaintances: encourage me to focus on what it means to be a member of the GACC. "What does the chamber (Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce) do for you? they ask. It is a question that reminds me of President John F. Kennedy's line: "Ask not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country," which to me is a call to action. At the chamber, a member can be very active.

The (GACC) is the largest business organization in the State of New Mexico. Its current membership of large and small business owners exceeds 5,000 and continues to grow. It is a dynamic organization that provides community leadership and a wide variety of training, educational, and promotional services for its members.

Chamber Membership Benefits
Membership in the GACC helps members:

• Increase Sales Volume through opportunities provided by monthly networking roundtables, luncheons, after-hours events, referrals, provision of relocation packages and promotions for international trade.
• Create Positive Company Image through ribbon cuttings, sponsorship opportunities, website directory listings, advertising opportunities, and mailing lists.
• Influence Public Policy. Members have opportunities to serve on committees, participate in congressional luncheon series, lobby at the city and state level, participate in inter-city visits, and have access to community leaders.
• Create Better Regional Business Climate by creating and participating in literacy programs, developing and directing youth leadership programs, corporate citizenship training, and diversity programs.Attract, Develop, and
• Retain Employees through leadership development programs, conferences, training seminars, volunteer opportunities, and collaborative with the University of New Mexico (UNM) projects.
  
• Save Money. Members save by taking advantage of TV/Cable advertising vouchers, business supplies vouchers, meeting space, member-to-member discount programs, complimentary notary service, and free technical advice.

People recognize chambers of commerce as portals into cities, and as entities having access to knowledge they can tap into. Before relocating or on first arriving in a city, they contact chambers of commerce for information. As a REALTOR®, I am interested in knowing that potential clients receive acccurate information. Being an active member of the GACC facilitates my being able to stay informed at all levels.What does my chamber do for me? As much as full participation allows.