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1. How can I find out about what’s going on at the Chamber?

The Chamber sends weekly e-mail newsletter to let you know what's going on that week and what to expect for the immediate future. The Chamber website also has information on everything we do, and our Facebook group sends out regular updates as well. Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce

2. Do I need to RSVP for Chamber events?

Absolutely! You’ll find links on our website to RSVP and pre-pay for upcoming events like Business After Hours, Good Morning Manhattan, Member Orientation, Morning Mingle and more. View and Register for Events

3. Can I send my employee to an event?

You bet! Your Chamber membership is for your business, so your employees are included and welcome to attend with you or in your place.

4. What should I do if I’m not receiving Chamber e-mails on a regular basis?

Contact the Membership Division at 785-776-8829 or by email below to ensure your email is correct in our database. If you are already on our distribution list, check your e-mail program’s junk box and spam filter settings and make any necessary changes.

5. How do I qualify for a Chamber Ribbon Cutting ceremony?

The Chamber will perform a ribbon cutting ceremony for any Chamber member business who is:
1) a new business
2) an existing business who is relocating, or
3) an existing business who has undergone major renovations or changes.

6. What should I expect from a Ribbon Cutting ceremony?

One or two Chamber staff members and several Chamber Champions will attend, as well as anyone else you would like to invite yourself. A picture will be published in an upcoming installment of The Little Apple® Business Review and included in the Chamber’s FaceBook page. In short, it’s a ‘photo opp’ and free publicity for your business.

7. How can I pay for my membership dues, events, or sponsorship opportunities?

The Chamber accepts personal and business checks, certified checks, cash, and credit cards (not American Express). In many cases you can pay online through the link provided. Event Registration

8. Can I have a membership directory?

You can view our entire current membership directory on our website using the link below, and this can be viewed either alphabetically or by business classification. Membership Directory

9. How can I get my company's event mentioned in the Chamber's e-mail newsletter or on the website?

If you sponsor a Chamber event, your business name will be included in all of our related communications. If you are promoting an event specific to your own company, you can sponsor our weekly e-mail newsletter, which gives you the logo at the top of the e-mail for everyone to see (and it can click-through to your website!). Get Noticed.

10. How can I get value from the Chamber when I don’t have any time to participate?

Participating in Chamber events takes less time than you think (only 2-4 hours per month if you’re going to 1-2 events), and your membership investment automatically includes you in our Chamber business referral service and in our business directory. Online Business Directory

11. How can I get my company’s event included in the Community Calendar?

You can also submit your event’s information for inclusion in the Community Calendar on the Convention & Visitors website which can be viewed using the link below, and then selecting the Submit an Event button.