Free advertising space in the Visitor Center  - Space for brochures and/or business cards are available.  We are here to promote your business so brochures and business cards are essential.

Free listing in the Business Directory/Web site – With each membership, one free listing in the business directory and web site is placed. You do have the option to purchase more listings. Each additional listing will be $25.00.

Free mention in Chamber guides as they apply to your business such as the dining guide, the Real Estate Resources, the Church Listings or Outdoor Adventures guides.  

Specialized advertising and promotions for lodging facilities in the Accommodations Guide.  

Brochures & publications - Larger quantities of brochures and publications created by the Visitor Center are available to lodging and dining facilities as well as multiple informational packets that may need to be created for group use.

Representation in the vacation and relocation packets at minimal cost. Community packets are sent to those people requesting information on Pagosa whether visiting in the winter, summer, or to possibly move to the area. For each of these requests, the Chamber has a packet of information that can assist the individual.  As chamber members, you are allowed to advertise by adding your brochure or flyer, even a business card to the packet. A small fee of $.20 per packet is charged.  This could mean that you could be part of 50 – 500 packets each month!

Use of the chamber bulk mailing permit and Fax machine – Having use of the chamber bulk mailing permit could save your company a substantial amount of money for bulk mailings. Savings would be based on the number of pieces and the size/weight of each piece. To use the stamp you will need a minimum amount of 200 pieces going out (intown or out of the area) and they would need to be larger than postcards.  The bulk mail stamp cannot be used for political or controversial publications.  Use of the Fax machine is simple.  For members, there is no charge to fax to a local number and there is a $1 charge per page for long distance faxes.  To receive a fax there is a $.50 per page charge.

Use of the Chamber copy machine  - The copy machine is available for your use Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. –  5 p.m. For letter size white paper, the charge is $.05 per side.  If you require colored paper or legal size paper, the charge is $.10 per side.   If you want to bring your own paper, then there will be a $.05 per copy side charge.

Use of the Chamber folding machine - Our folding machine can handle a variety of folds and paper up to legal size for only $.03 per piece.

Use of scanner – We can scan documents, photos or negatives for members at a cost of $2 per piece.  A complimentary CD is included in the price.

Use of Trade Show display kit – Two display units are available for use at no charge (unless damaged or lost).  One unit is a floor model that will fit a 10x10 booth.  It is carpeted, easy to assemble, has lighting and pictures can be adhered to the unit with velcro.  The other model is a table or floor model that is colored two sided and about 3' in height.  Information can also be attached to the unit with velcro.

Use of a public address system – The announcing system may be borrowed at no cost.  Microphone and speakers are included.

Use of the Visitor Center Conference Room – The conference room is always open, at no charge, for use by chamber members. Please call in advance to make sure the room has not been reserved for the time you would like to use it. For after hours meetings, we request that you pick the key up during business hours, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and slide it through the drop box on the door after you have locked up after the meeting.

Networking Opportunities – Monthly SunDowners or 'Business After Hours' are normally held every fourth Wednesday of the month from 5 – 7p.m. Each month is hosted by a different Chamber member. SunDowners are open to chamber members and invited guests.  This is a great opportunity to get to know your local businesses and let them get to know you and what your company can do for them. The host provides hors d’oeuvres for about 125 people and the Chamber provides water, soda, wine and beer. There is a $5.00 charge to attend the Sundowner. Other gatherings include events for Colorfest weekend, Winterfest weekend, the Annual Chamber Celebration and business enhancement programs.

Chamber Communique Newsletter - The newsletter is distributed evey other month offering business news and bargain advertising.   There are articles about what is happenig in the community, ribbon cuttings, new members, renewals, etc. Your company can advertise via an insert in the Communique’ for a $50.00 charge (copy charges extra) and 750 copies of your flyer are needed. (No folded flyers please)

Weekly E-Mail Updates - Information on upcoming community events, ribbon cuttings, education classes and chamber information is disseminated weekly via a brief e-mail news blast. 

Access to prospect mailing lists and labels – Addresses for relocation, summer & winter packet requests may obtained for a small fee.  Lists are made available to those that participate in the fulfillment program at no cost. 

Consultations, seminars and workshops to improve business expertise – Monthly:  On the 4th Tuesday of the month the director of the Ft. Lewis College Small Business Development Center conducts one-on-one free mentoring meetings to review business plans, or offer consultation advice to new or expading businesses.  On the 3rd Tuesday of the month the "Business Bites" luncheon series explores a different business topic.  Lunch is held at Boss Hogg's Restaurant for a small fee.  On Demand:  Various business mini seminars are held throughout the year for a nominal fee as continuing education.

Weekly newspaper column, on-line article and radio program - Each week the chamber reviews the upcoming community activities, important business activities and describes the new member’s business and also notes renewals (once a year).

Statistical data published for business use – Statistics are available as produced by the Archuleta Economic Development Association (Bart Mitchell – 970-731-1443)

Representation at trade shows –  Numerous trade shows around the country are attended by various marketing members of the community.  Opportunities are available for businesses to place brochures at the trade shows for a nominal fee.

Chamber membership Representation in organizations beneficial to the business community – Membership in the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Executives, Colorado Association of Commerce & Industry (CACI), Southwest Colorado Travel Region, Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College, Club 20, Archuleta Economic Development Association, etc.

Yearly Volunteer Orientation Tours – We organize a tour of many businesses every Spring to familiarize the volunteers with your business.  Great exposure especially for new or relocated businesses. 

Recognition for community achievement – Recognition is awarded each year for Citizen of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Pagosa Pride (exterior facility improvement) and other special awards.

Programs to promote local support of member businesses – Labor Day Sidewalk Sale, Wine Festival at Colorfest, Parade of Stores 'no tax' shopping extravaganza.

Presence/Links on the Chamber Website – One free link from the chamber website to your website making your information more accessable.

Pagosa Perks – Designed to keep local $$’s in Pagosa.  Accepted by most all Pagosa businesses. Can be purchased just like a gift certificate in increments of $10 or $20.  A reminder to “Shop Pagosa First”.

Co-Op Advertising Opportunities – Advertising buys in national, state and regional publications such as TravelHost Magazine (Four Corners Region), Encompass – The AAA Companion, Colorado Vacation Guides, Creede Repertory Theatre, etc. are made available to co-op partners at greatly reduced rates. 

Enhanced Business Recognition - Opportunity to place your logo, business or personal picture on your chamber website link to link to your business.

Job Postings - Opportunity to list job openings for your business in a special chamber website section.

Hot Deals - Opportunity for chamber member businesses to list a special deal, sale or event at their business.