b'Over 40 ribbon cuttings andgrand openings annuallyChamber membershipentitles you a dividendNearly 7,000 jobs and 73% increase in based on your workers$3 billion of capital consumer awareness compensation claims if yourinvestment attracted over a non-chamber insurance provider usessince 2010 member Accident Fund.Scan code for agent list.70+ workshops conducted annually Chamber investments are 85% tax deductible.VOLUNTEERSIN PROGRESSThe Volunteers In Progress (VIP) program is a partnership betweenthe Blount County Chamber of Commerce and the EconomicDevelopment Board of Blount County. Our focus is all aboutKeeping Good Company. Simply put, this means Keeping GoodCompany with one another and keeping the successful companiesthat we already have and assisting in their expansions.Heres how the Chamber takes care of your business: Helps your business through workshops, providing business information, and advocating. Provides relationship building through networking events like coffee clubs, Power ConnectLunches, and Women in Business. Assists in marketing through email campaigns, social media, and sponsorship opportunities. Presents professional development resources through Young Professionals, How to Network,and Success in 90 workshops.RIBBON CUTTINGSBlount County YoungProfessionals aims to attract andretain young, diverse talent byproviding inclusive andmeaningful opportunities forcareer development andcommunity engagement throughservice, connection andmentorship. blountchamber.com'