What we do…impacts you.

 

If you are in business in Muskingum County – no matter what kind of business you are in – the Chamber’s economic and community development activities affect YOU.

 

Some part of your business ebbs and flows with the local economy, whether it’s related to workforce, customers or suppliers.  This is your marketplace.  You must invest in the future of your marketplace, through economic development activities, in order to have a long term, viable environment in which to do business. 

 

We need your support to continue to serve area businesses, help small enterprise grow, and attract new companies...and ultimately to help you.  Join today!

 

 

 

Why economic development is important to your business…

 

  1. Economic development creates jobs. New businesses, expanding businesses and relocating businesses create jobs for your family, friends and neighbors.

 

  1. Economic development generates sales for you. When local people have jobs, they can afford to spend money with your business. And when guests visit our community for shopping, business, services or tourism, they also spend money with your business or your neighbor’s firm. So, your sales grow when the community thrives.

 

  1. Economic development attracts qualified workers. Available jobs, an attractive quality of life, and a thriving community attract capable people to live in the area and work locally.

 

  1. Economic development grows the tax base and supports local governments, public services and school systems. At the same time it spreads the tax burden further among businesses and other taxpayers.

 

  1. Economic development improves the quality of life. A broad tax base and a vibrant business community can more strongly support the arts, recreation, community improvements and culture.

 

  1. Economic development retains our young people. More and better employment opportunities increase the odds of our children finding the rewarding careers they seek right here at home.