Frequently Asked Questions

A vnChamber is a nonprofit, membership-based, business association that provides networking, marketing and advocacy services for its members.

The vnChamber has more than 4,827 members with representation from every business segment – Corporate, Industrial, Retail, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality, Association, etc.

No. While the vnChamber works closely with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on matters of policy and to create a positive business environment, the vnChamber is not part of the US government and VN government.

The vnChamber schedules six monthly networking activities including a structure networking breakfast, an informal cocktail party for members to mix and mingle, industry-specific roundtables and educational lunches. In addition to the regular programs, the vnChamber hosts a variety of special events including a Business to Business Expo, a Golf Outing, and an Economic Outlook Breakfast.

The vnChamber provides members with numerous marketing benefits as well as serving as an advocate for businesses. Marketing benefits include business referrals and complimentary listings in publications that are distributed to both residents and businesses.

No. vnChamber membership is open to any business that has an interest in the area. Businesses located out of the area benefit just like any other members – They develop professional contacts within the membership and their products and services are promoted to their fellow members and to residents of the community.

You may not sell your product or service locally, but you operate your business here and that affects your bottom line. The vnChamber works in many ways to develop the community as a good place to operate a profitable business. Whether it is parking or zoning issues or site plan review process, all of these issues have the potential to impact your business. The vnChamber can help you stay informed and give you a voice on these types of issues.

The vnChamber bills all membership renewals in January. If you join after April, you will receive a credit on your renewal proportionate to the time that you did not participate.

Upgraded memberships provide members with numerous marketing benefits and opportunities for added exposure for their business at a significant savings. Click here for a complete list.

Yes. The vnChamber has an excellent working relationship with other 50-State Chambers in the U.S.A. and often co-hosts networking events and programs.

Members have exclusive opportunities to advertise

• in the monthly newsletter, which is mailed to 1,000 members and civic leaders
• in the Community Resource Guide and Directory, an informative reference tool that is mailed to every household in the U.S.A. and distributed and in high-traffic locations
• on the Chamber website, which includes a searchable business directory with comprehensive information about our members
• in the U.S.A. Street Map, a guide that is produced every 2 years and distributed to residents and visitors.

Yes. As part of its advocacy program, the vnChamber works with businesses that may be experiencing an issue with the trader. We’ll use our excellent working relationships and elected officials to facilitate conversations and meetings, all to work towards a resolution.