Business Connection: Fontana Chamber of Commerce
It’s a Great Day in Fontana!
The Fontana Chamber of Commerce offers a good investment any company can make toward growing their business and expanding their customer base. With over 400 members, a membership in the Fontana Chamber of Commerce brings unique opportunities for networking and awareness building.
“All you have to do is participate and let others know about your products and services,” says David Pulido, President/CEO to potential members.
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Staff Make a Difference
The Fontana Chamber of Commerce offers a well-rounded team of staff as a resource to members. When you call the Chamber office, you will either encounter Elsie Hernandez, Raul Solorio, or David Pulido. Elsie answers the phone and assists with member questions and special events. Raul is the voice of knowledge about the benefits of chamber membership and other opportunities for small business owners in Fontana. Raul has years of experience in customer service and is a great relationship builder. When asked to define his role and relationship with the members, he says he is “here to mind their business."
David’s passion for helping members comes through with every interaction - in person and over the phone. He serves as President/CEO and works closely with the Board of Directors to ensure members receive value for their memberships. If you need to know anything about the Chamber or Fontana, David is your go-to guy.
Why join the chamber?
Business Networking
Taking time to attend events helps promote your business.
The Chamber hosts a variety of networking functions and programs where you will have the opportunity to meet potential customers, community leaders and business peers.
- Business Connection: one hour of networking on the first Tuesday of every month – 7:15 am
- Toastmasters: one hour of polishing your presentation and speaking skills with other members– Thursdays – 12:15 pm
- Business Breakfasts: Shake hands and exchange business cards prior to and after an informative breakfast program on the last Tuesday of every month – 7:30 a.m.
- Ambassadors: Join other business leaders in welcoming new members and promoting the benefits to chamber membership – First Tuesday of every month – 8:30 a.m.
Wait, there’s more.
- Business Directory listing at www.fontanachamber.com
- Chamber coordinated groundbreakings, grand openings, and ribbon cutting ceremonies
- Marketing opportunities at special events and mixers
- Business listing in the Chamber Membership Directory
- New Member Spotlight Article
- Referral Network Groups
- Referrals from phone, walk-in and e-mail requests
- Display center for member business cards and literature
- Discount pricing on advertising in the Chamber Business Journal and Web site
Each new member you meet is a potential new customer.
Networking is Key
The key to success in joining the Chamber is participation and networking. People like to purchase products and services from people they know, like and trust. Each time you attend an event and meet new people, they are potential customers for you or a fellow business owner. Build your networks and then manage the relationships to continue to support each other, and the Fontana community.
Chamber Office
8491 Sierra Avenue
Fontana, CA 92335
Chamber Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Friday: closed
To find out more about becoming a member, please call (909) 822-4433 or visit online at www.fontanachamber.com.
