Business Development
Business development is the creation of long-term value for not only the business but its customers, markets, vendor relationships, and the community surrounding it. The Ely Chamber of Commerce is here to help new and existing businesses create opportunities for growth and success. Operating a successful business in the modern world requires dedication and access to resources in marketing, human resources, and more.
Consumer trends are continually changing, and to stay ahead, regardless of industry, business owners are encouraged to participate in ongoing education and skill-building practices. Whether networking within the business community or with agencies and organizations on a regional, statewide, or national level, the following business resources are designed to support you and your business goals.
Business Development Workshops
Recruiting & Onboarding On-demand Development
Recruiting & Onboarding 101 video Recruiting & Onboarding 101 Worksheet
Customer Service On-demand Development
Delivering an Exceptional Customer Experience video Exceptional Customer Experiences Worksheet
When a Customer Worksheet When You Say It Worksheet
Business E-newsletters
The Ely Chamber of Commerce publishes a monthly newsletter that includes area news, business resources, and funding opportunities. Here are some of our back issues:
January 2024 February 2024 March 2024 April 2024 May 2024 June 2024
Northwoods Business Incubator
Our Northwoods Business Incubator (NBI) meetings are held from October through April. We focus on sharing local, regional, and state resources with area businesses. NBI is an excellent way for new entrepreneurs to network with established business owners to share experiences and opportunities for business growth and partnerships. A business hosts each meeting and provides its location for the meeting and beverages for NBI participants. We occasionally do business visits that offer an opportunity for a business to showcase its building renovations, a new location, or a manufacturing process. Are you interested in hosting a meeting? Please contact us for more information.
Quarterly Business Breakfasts
The Ely Chamber of Commerce is pleased to support a very vibrant and dynamic business community. We gather quarterly to share a meal and business news. Our business community is in a continual state of change and growth, so our gathering allows each business to share its successes, changes, and opportunities.
Quarterly Chamber Business Breakfast - March, June, September, and December
Business Networking Dinner
Our Celebrate Ely Business Networking Dinner is scheduled for Thursday, April 3, 2025. MORE DETAILS!