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  • Put your business front and center by sponsoring a Chamber event, annual program, or digital media.

    New network building events in 2022 include the Battle of the Business Bowling Tournament and the Local Lunch for restaurants.  BE PRO BE PROUD and Connecting Educators in Industry are focused on building the workforce pipeline for our community.  Also new this year are two annual program sponsorships, the Governmental Affairs Committee, and the Chamber Ambassadors, both focused on advocacy for a strong, business friendly climate in our community, county, and state. 

    Or promote your business utilizing the Chamber website, which received more than 145,000 visits in 2021. And don't forget the long running favorites; the Annual Meeting & Business Expo, the Golf Classic, Business After Hours, and the Arkansas Scholars Award Ceremony.

     

     

     

  • 2026 Membership investment & marketing Guide

  • Promote your business by investing in your community

    We have created a wide range of options to help you promote and grow your company, from network building events to our governmental affairs program.  Also, keep in mind we can always customize a program to fit your specific marketing goals.

     

    Promote your business through network building events

     IncrediBowl Bowling Tournament

    the Annual Meeting & Business Expo

    the Annual Golf Classic

    Business After Hours 

    Local Lunch

    What's Brewing in the River Valley

    These events continue to bring together the business community in fun and engaging ways, all while providing exceptional network building and promotional opportunities for your brand.

     

    Promote your business through Leadership

    Leadership Crawford County is entering its 26th year of developing community leaders throughout the region. Whether you want to apply to the program, sponsor a session, or serve as a guest speaker participation in this program is an extremely effective marketing tool for your business.  

     

    Promote your business through our Governmental Affairs Advocacy Program

    Our Governmental Affairs Program will be hosting a variety of events with local, state, and U.S. elected officials. We also host 

    sessions for our members on timely and relevant legislative topics that may impact their businesses.

     

    Promote your business through our Education and Workforce Program

    Our Education and Workforce Program is focused on helping our employers build strong relationships with the students in our school district to create a sustainable workforce pipeline.

    • Arkansas Scholars Ceremony & Career Connections: This is a great way for your company to connect with graduating seniors and their families. Sponsorship of this event funds scholarships that are given to VBHS graduating students.
    • Celebrating our Educators event where you can showcase your brand directly to over 800 Van Buren educators during the district-wide meeting.
    • Connecting Educators to Business: provides educators with the opportunity to learn about the career opportunities available in our local businesses for our students

     

    Don’t miss out on the power of digital marketing!
    The Chamber website had over 260,000 visits in 2025, making it a prime platform to increase your visibility. With web banners and category sponsorships, you’ll boost your SEO and drive traffic directly to your business, ensuring you stay top of mind with potential customers.

     

    Want the full scoop? Check out the 2026 Member Investment & Marketing Guide for all the details.

     

  • Ready to grow your business? Call Phyllis Thompson at 479.474.2761 x202 or email her at Phyllis@vanburenchamber.org