Dec. 21, 2017

December New Members

Geo's Pizza
Dawson Smith
Join Date: 12/07/2017
 

Daily Deal Discounts



People are beginning to register for the Chamber Daily Deals.  Don't miss this opportunity to directly reach potential customers with specials and amazing deals at your businesses.   
 

To learn more about this program, please contact the chamber office at 618-438-2121.

20 Under 40 Award Winners


The Southern Business Journal asked readers to nominate outstanding leaders all younger than the age of 40 who are making a difference. We are happy to announce that Troy and Katie of Seasoning Bistro is one of the Journals '20 Under 40' Award Winners.  Read the full story feature here!

Top New Year's Resolutions for Business Success

Small Business Year End Checklist

New Opportunities!


Are you looking for new employment or volunteer opportunities?  Check out the Chamber Opportunity Board!  Start a new chapter in your community!

Generation Books


Generations of Memories Books are available for purchase at the Chamber Office, Flowers by Dave, Heartland Office Supply, and the Buzz.
Pick up yours today!

Contact Us!

Benton/West City Area Chamber of Commerce
211 N. Main St. Benton, IL 62812
P.O. Box 574 Benton, IL 62812
618-438-2121     info@bentonwestcitychamber.com
www.BentonWestCityChamber.com

Happy Holidays!!


We would like to wish all of our members a joyous holiday season!!!

The Chamber Office will have limited hours between the Christmas and New Years holiday.  Please call the office at 438-2121 to schedule an appointment or reach out via email (director@BentonWestCityChamber.com).  Thank you everyone!

Chamber Annual Dinner - RSVP by January 9


'...Of The Year' Nominations

Nominations are now available online!   
Need to fill out a paper copy?  Come by the Chamber Office!

Reserve your Ticket Online or return your RSVP card!

Membership Renewals


It's that time of year again!  Membership renewals will be going out in the next couple of weeks, and we will be recapping the previous year and getting your feedback to make plans for the year to come. 

Chamber Membership Drive!

During the first quarter of 2018, if you bring in a new member, you will be entered into a drawing to win a free Promotional Sponsorship for the Rend Lake Water Festival!  $250 value!  Each new member gets you an entry, so it's a fun way to introduce your business neighbors to the chamber and get your name out! 

Shop Southern Illinois Prize Winner



Congratulations to Amy Craig of Harrisburg for winning the December 15th Shop Southern Illinois prize, sponsored by the Benton and West Frankfort Chamber.

Nearly 5000 people saw the prize posting leading up to the drawing and we would like to thank local chamber members for helping to make a great prize possible.

Casey's, The Coffeehouse, All Stars N Stitches, People's National Bank, Pate Funeral Home, and Thomas Printing.

Thank you West Frankfort Chamber for the adorable sleigh!!

Billboard Spot for Rent


We have a single spot open on the Southbound side of the chamber billboard on I-57.  Approximately 32,000 vehicles pass our billboard every day.  Please call the chamber office for additional details.  Must be a chamber member in good standing to take advantage of this opportunity.

Member Events

Children's Christmas Event
12/22/2017
Benton Public Library
502 S Main St.
Benton, IL 62812

Free Movie Night: Polar Express
12/23/2017
Benton Civic Center
414 W Hudelson St
Benton, IL 62812

Events in the Community

Check out other community activities and submit events here!
Chamber E-Newsletter - Dec. 21, 2017