During September and October, the Greater Marathon Chamber of Commerce is recruiting area businesses to become members.
“Membership has many benefits, such as business referrals, marketing opportunities, continuing education and beautification grants, as well as having an organization that represents and supports your business,” said Teri Hiller, chair of the board of directors for the Marathon chamber.
The chamber has put together a package of incentives for new members. Those joining in September and October will receive the following free or discounted items:
- Marathon Weekly: free business spotlight ad.
- Florida Keys Free Press: free business spotlight ad.
- Time Out Magazine: 50% off for three ad runs (includes ad design).
- Marathon & The Middle Florida Keys Magazine: 20% off all ads.
- Marathon UPS Store: 20% print discount for Chamber members.
- US1 Graphics: New members get a free 32-ounce stainless steel drinking tumbler ($50 value) and a discount package on business printing, branded clothing, T-shirts, signs and banners.
- Overseas Media Group: free website audit or consultation.
- Magnum Broadcasting: 25 free ads on Keys Talk 102.5/96.9, plus 25 free ads on 105.7.
- Two Oceans Digital: Destination marketing opportunities are available on top tourism websites for the Florida Keys: Fla-Keys.com, Keywest.com and FloridaKeys.com. Mention this article and receive three months for the price of two on new contracted services. Restrictions apply. Also offering free digital marketing consultation.
- Sandra Lee Photography Studio- 10% off professional headshot and marketing photos/videos.
- Marathon Chamber of Commerce: 20% off advertising. (Visitor Center, newsletter, web banner, travel e-blast; minimum one-year commitment).
- Marathon Chamber of Commerce: Join now and your membership will include the rest of 2024 and all of 2025! 1.3 years for the price of one year.
New members joining in September and October will be entered into a raffle to win a free dinner for two, valued at $200, at the Rhum House.
The Marathon Chamber of Commerce provides other opportunities for business members such as monthly networking events (Business After Hours, lunches), academic scholarships, candidate forums, advertising opportunities in our Marathon Visitor Center, website, travel e-blast, newsletter and more, as well as our annual educational seminars.
“As we grow our membership, we are able to expand these and other new programs to our members and community,” said chamber CEO Daniel Samess. “What comes in goes back out in a way that benefits our businesses and community.”
For more information about joining the chamber or other business assistance, call 305-743-5417 or email Amanda at membership@FloridaKeysMarathon.com. The chamber is located at 12222 Overseas Highway in Marathon and is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
