Chamber Information

What the Orofino Chamber of Commerce does for you
Why your business should be a member of Orofino Chamber of Commerce

Membership Benefits

• Networking Twice a month the Chamber hosts a luncheon (open to the public), the first and third Wednesdays of each month, with a guest speaker on various topics of interest to our membership. This provides a forum to meet other members of the business community.

• Information Source The Chamber office, located at 217 First Street, Orofino, open Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm, has many sources of information, from business startup and tax information to relocation packets, Lewis Clark Bicentennial and much more information.

• Business Referral You have your own personal sales representative. Also, your name and phone number are provided when the inquiry is specific to the nature of your business.

• Co-op Advertising This allows for a less expensive group rate in such publications as the Discover Magazine, Clearwater Tribune and KLER radio.

• Voting Privileges All members in good standing are eligible to vote in the Board of Directors election held once a year. They are also who nominates the Business or Person of the Year.

• Political Advocate To serve as your eyes, ears and voice to local, state and federal levels of government. We are your advocate for legislation designed to help you make a profit.

• Website business listing in the Business Directory - Your business will be listed under the type of service you provide.

• Web link to your website from your business listing in the Business Directory. This will give your businesseven more exposure.

• Brochure Distribution Your brochures, flyers, business cards, menus and discount offers are distributed by mail, given to walk-in traffic, enclosed in relocation packets and displayed in our ten brochure racks and business card displays in high traffic areas of Orofino.

• Newsletter The Chamber newsletter is distributed to our membership. It is used to keep information flowing to our members, including any events your business is sponsoring (open house, meetings, etc.).

• Affordable Group Health Care through Regence Blue Shield designed for our member businesses. Regence Chamber Select is available only to Chamber of Commerce members. Please call for information.

Mission Statement

To promote economic commerce in Orofino by advocating economic vitality, high quality of life and wise use in the development of our resources for the benefit of all residents.

Who We Are

Since 1949 when the Orofino Chamber of Commerce originally organized, we have been a nonprofit (501 © 6) organization dedicated to wise use and development of resources, and providing the public with information about Orofino. The Chamber is made up of businesses and individuals who support sustained development for the benefit of all residents.

Governed By

The Chamber is governed by an eleven member Board of Directors. Board members are elected by the membership to three-year terms, with three members elected each year. It is the goal of the Chamber to strive to have members that represent as many business sectors as possible.

Funded By

The Orofino Chamber of Commerce is funded by dues paid by the membership and annual events that promote a high quality of life and beautification for all. These events include the Chamber Auction held in the spring, the Fourth of July Fireworks, Barbeque and Music held on July 4, the Lumberjack Days fundraiser and the Presidents Cup Golf Tournament held the last weekend in September.

2008 Board of Directors

President Ryan Smathers-Lewis Clark Credit Union
Vice-President Connie Robison-Barnett Thompson Chevrolet
NICC Representative Keith Hanson-Hanson Garage
Board Member Christine Laws-Individual Member
Board Member Tanna Zywina-Best Western Lodge at River's Edge, Helgeson Place Hotel
Board Member Neal Johnson-Walrath Insurance
Board Member Mike Clay-Ponderosa/Brass Rail, Inc.
Board Member John Goffinet-Goffinet and Clack
Board Member Monica Jones-Central Idaho Broadcasting (KLER)
Board Member Stephanie Deyo-Clearwater Valley Hospital Foundation
Board Member Laura Wolverton-King's of Orofino

Questions to Ask Yourself

What about my other organizations?
Other organizations serve many useful purposes. The Chamber, however, is a unique force through which your business and others in the Clearwater Valley achieve a common goal commercial, industrial and civic development. Its power is derived from this great mutual effort for the good of the entire community. Remember, whenever you address the Chamber as a whole, you are addressing all service clubs, professionals, educators, elected officials and other members of the community as well.

What good could my one membership do?
Here is one opportunity to take from an organization. You share partially now in the benefits of the Chamber. Get MORE by being an active part of your community. Obviously, as the Chamber builds business, it also builds better professional opportunities. Every new firm or job means clients, patients and citizens who need your professional services.

Can I afford it?
Your membership may be one of the best investments you will ever make. The better question may be, Can I afford not to join the one local organization working to bring new dollars into my business or profession.

Will I be a full member?
Yes! You have the right to assert your ideas at every membership, task force, or committee meeting. New directors are elected every year under a set of by-laws which preclude cliques and clans. You will be offered the opportunity for involvement in many task forces and committees.

Where will I get the time to attend meetings?
Because you are so busy, the Chamber has two rewards for you. First, you need the Chamber to do the things you can't as an individual. Secondly, the Chamber's success is based on a sound program backed by manpower and money. There are many levels of involvement in the Orofino Chamber of Commerce. Even if you can't make every meeting, you lend good and important support with your annual investment.

What does the Chamber do for me?
If this question has not been answered with the information above, please contact the staff at the Chamber office or any one of the eleven Board of Director members. Your membership is an investment in the future of you business, as well as the future of your community.

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