4 Reasons You Need to Get Involved with BVH Today

Businesses join BVH (Business Victor Harbor) for several reasons.

Years ago, it may have been expected; just something you did when you opened a business and wanted to be in good standing in the south coast community.

But these days it’s more likely a business joins because there is a direct advantage to them personally. Maybe they wanted to be listed in our online business directory, or need the advocacy or wanted a networking opportunity that membership allowed them.

Yes, there are many reasons to join Business Victor Harbor and tons of benefits your business can receive from membership. But aside from simply paying membership and receiving a set of benefits, there are reasons why you should become personally involved with the BVH.

Plus, the BVH extends its benefits to all of your employees so you can use membership benefits as employee benefits. Share this with them as well.

4 Reasons to Get Involved with BVH

Let’s place the advocacy, marketing, online advertising, and public relations benefits of BVH membership on the back burner. This article is about what BVH can do for you and your employees specifically, not the business. Yes, membership with BVH can bring more attention to your business, which can create more sales opportunities, but these benefits and this personal involvement are things that can help you outside of the business.

Education Opportunities

BVH has a number of education opportunities where you and your employees can learn about important matters for free (or at a very low cost). BVH blog posts may include things like diversity, how to excel in social media, and economic interests in your area. They can help you become a more well-rounded professional, change careers, or get up-to-date on important topics in the community.

Leadership Experience

BVH offers a lot of opportunities to volunteer for different committees or events. You may find a volunteer position in a subject that interests you like women leaders, diversity, workforce development, or marketing. Not only can these volunteer positions be added to your resume, but volunteering could also help you meet people with similar interests and help you grow your professional network. Speaking of…

Networking

Getting involved with BVH can help you meet more people and grow your professional network and make friendships. Click here to view our calendar of latest events. 

Business Expansion and Hidden Opportunities

As you grow your network, you may learn of additional business possibilities that you could add to your business or you could use to launch a new one. You may learn of grants, Government funding, or private opportunities.

Often business deals get made before anything is formally published or requested. Being personally involved in BVH may help you be a part of those types of discussions and make you aware of opportunities before they become public.

The same may be true of the hidden job market. A contact may tell you they’re looking for someone before posting it on a job site, giving you the advantage.

BVH membership benefits for your business are amazing. They can really help you increase your number of customers and get your name out there. But those aren’t the only benefits. If you get involved individually, there are many benefits to your professional growth and career. Plus, those benefits can be given to all of your employees too. That can be a real selling point for someone looking for a great company culture.