Business-to-business networking is a benefit many members correlate to our Chamber. At the same time, it seems as if there's a new networking group announced almost every day. And while those networking groups clearly have a place in the business community, it is important to understand there are three clear advantages to building your business with a Chamber membership:

• Information, Ideas & Support. The best business networking extends beyond the swapping of a business card, or blind referrals, yet rather operates as an exchange of business information, ideas and support. Eugene Chamber efforts such as the Women Business Leaders, Eugene Greeters, and Young Professionals Network all provide valuable information, skills and peer-to-peer connections.
• Meaningful purpose. Our members get the best of all worlds. Not only do we provide them countless opportunities to participate in exchanges of connections ideas and support, but they also support the meaningful work we do in regional economic development, entrepreneurial support, business advocacy and more.
• Credibility. Networking through the Chamber adds credibility to your business. A national study by the Schapiro Group, an Atlanta-based market research firm, revealed that membership in a local chamber of commerce can significantly boost a business's image among consumers and other businesses.

Get your Oregon football spirit started early before the big game at home against Virginia this weekend! We are kicking off the weekend on Thursday at the exclusive MacArthur Club at Matthew Knight Arena.

Our host, Oregon Club, just announced some very exciting prizes, including:

• 2 charter box tickets to the Virginia game with a parking pass
• A football signed by Head Coach Mark Helfrich
• 2 tickets to the Big Green Benefit Auction at Autzen Stadium on October 7 ($200 value)

This is our most popular annual YPN event.  Skip the lines and register now!