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News Release from: LogBuy | Subject: Chamber Connect Card
Edited by the Marketingservicestalk Editorial
Team on 26 March 2007
BCC Chamber Card gives SMEs big buying
power
The British Chambers of Commerce has given small businesses the buying power of big companies with the launch of the new Chamber Connect Card for 2007.
The Chamber Connect Card has been developed to help smaller businesses achieve greater buying clout for business products and services - a benefit usually only enjoyed by larger corporations As well as providing significant savings, the card provides a range of additional benefits for all members of local Accredited Chambers of Commerce
These benefits include nationwide access to short training courses, networking events, member mailing lists, discounted local hotel and restaurant rates, business conferences and hotdesking facilities at all participating Accredited Chambers.
The BCC has chosen to work with LogBuy to develop the new Chamber Connect Card.
LogBuy has agreements with over 60 leading suppliers, including HP, Esso, Viking Direct, Npower, Europcar, Purple Parking and Regus.
Savings available range from 10% to 60% off standard prices and for most businesses gives them discounts that are better or equivalent to their gross margins.
In addition to this, throughout 2007, further benefits will be added not just for business but for employees of members - which will centre around lifestyle, sports and fitness, home, gardens and entertainment.
John Dunsmure, BCC managing director, said: "It has always been our aim to help small business to succeed and grow: this new service makes products more affordable and conserves cash flow in the business.
"Combined with the access and networking opportunities nationwide it makes it an essential business tool for smaller firms.
"It's about time smaller businesses were given a bit more clout to get the services and products essential for growth when they need them".
David Wall, LogBuy managing director, said: "Based on research and feedback gained in the small business market, we have been negotiating and building a portfolio of business benefits for over two years.
"The package of benefits developed for Chamber Connect has been tailored to meet the needs of small businesses today.
"On everything from fuel to stationery discounts, which are not generally offered directly, through Chamber Connect, members now save both time and money".
Members can benefit immediately from the new card and online benefits.
For more information about this service and benefits of BCC membership go to www.chamberconnect.info.
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