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Windsor, ON, October 17th, 2022 - The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce and BBB Serving Western Ontario are excited to announce a unique partnership between their two organizations set to commence just in time for Small Business Week. With a unified goal of creating a stronger, cohesive, and ethical business community, the two unique yet complementary organizations have coordinated to offer substantial cost savings to their potential and current members.
The partnership allows for BBB Accredited businesses in the Windsor-Essex area who are not currently members of the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce to join the CONNECTOR Tier with a 50% discount, and conversely, allow for all Chamber Members to apply for BBB Accreditation and, once approved, receive a 50% discount applied to their scaled dues. The offer would also be made available to existing members of either group, and applied to new applications.
“In today’s competitive economic climate, it is critical for businesses to distinguish themselves from the crowd and demonstrate their commitment to excellence and integrity,” says CEO of BBB Jennifer Matthews. “We also know the value that a membership with the Chamber of Commerce adds to a business by way of advocacy, networking, and support. With both a Chamber membership and BBB Accreditation, businesses will have the tools to know where and with whom to do business and be provided with the structure and standards of operating with integrity and trust in their consumer interactions.”
“The BBB accreditation provides yet another benefit to current and future members, with the discounted fees for membership and accreditation serving to support businesses of all sizes and sectors. Businesses having Chamber Membership and BBB accreditation will enjoy the benefits of a high level of credibility and trust in the market ” said Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce CEO, Rakesh Naidu. “The Chamber is always looking to expand benefits and increase value for our members. Together our organizations will continue to collaborate for increased services and benefits in the future.”
Complete details on the program can be found by contacting either the Windsor-Essex RegionalChamber of Commerce or BBB Serving Western Ontario.
About the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce
The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce has been the leading voice for business in Windsor and Essex County for almost 150 years. Our mission is to be the key connector and advocate for the long-term business success of our members. The Chamber serves as an anchor for businesses in Windsor-Essex to connect with government of all levels, partners abroad, and with each other. The Chamber hosts regular “After Business” networking events, an annual Golf Tournament, and the Business Excellence Awards to celebrate our community’s best in business.
About Better Business Bureau (BBB)
The Better Business Bureau has empowered people to find businesses, brands, and charities they can trust for more than 110 years. In 2021, people turned to BBB more than 200 million times for BBB Business Profiles on 6.3 million businesses and Charity Reports on 25,000 charities for free atBBB.org. The International Association of Better Business Bureaus is the umbrella organization for the local, independent BBBs in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
BBB Serving Western Ontario was founded in 1983 and serves London-Middlesex, Chatham-Kent, Elgin, Huron, Norfolk, Oxford, Sarnia-Lambton and Windsor-Essex Counties.
Media Inquiries:
Connor Lalonde
Policy Analyst & Board Liaison
Phone: 519-966-3696 ext. 225
Email: [email protected]
Jennifer Matthews
CEO, BBB Serving Western Ontario
Phone: 519-318-7675
Email: [email protected]