Learn

The Chamber’s greatest resource is its people, experienced business professionals. These are people you will want to and need to meet. Learn from them and grow your business through interactions. Share your story with others and help other businesses learn.

Chamber membership is an effective business strategy. A 2012 national survey, conducted by the Shapiro Group, confirms that Chamber membership benefits businesses. Businesses known to be Chamber members enjoyed: 49% increase in consumer favorability rating, 73% increase in consumer awareness, 68% increase in its local reputation, 80% increase in the likelihood that consumers would patronize the business in the future.   See the entire study here.

Learning Opportunities

  • Lunch & Learn

    The Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce provides support geared towards business and professional development to its members through the Lunch & Learn series. This program offers seminars and workshops on topics to encourage business development, advance personal and professional growth, and increase community knowledge.

  • LEADership Blue Springs

    LEADership Blue Springs (LEAD) was established in 1991 by the Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce to develop a community leadership pool. Participants develop skills and knowledge of our community through a series of workshops focusing on business, government, quality of life, and volunteer services.

  • SCORE Counseling

    SCORE has been committed to providing resources and expertise for the success of emerging and existing small businesses for over fifty years at no charge. SCORE is a national organization with a local presence and the U.S. Small Business Administration has been a sponsor and resource partner of SCORE since its origination.

  • How to Start a Business in Blue Springs

    This booklet contains a step-by-step method that includes contact information for quick access to additional help you may need for doing business in Blue Springs.

  • Missouri SBDC On Demand

    The Missouri Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) help businesses in every stage.