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1. Produces Additional Revenue
More money for Education, Tourism and Public Safety - up to 1.3 million dollars if 10% of purchases are retained by our community!

2. Keep Taxes Lower
A broader tax base reduces the need for increased taxes.

3. A Better Community
More Jobs, More Choices and Better Products

ALL BUSINESSES CAN PARTICIPATE FREE OF CHARGE

The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce has launched a "Buy In Bedford" program. This program focuses on reminding the Bedford Community of the importance of buying in Bedford and on the importance of supporting our own community first.

The Goal:

To create a lasting understanding in our community. While it is not always possible to purchase products or services in our own community, we hope that this promotion will encourage you to consider our community first.

Who Can Participate?

All businesses may participate. "Buy In Bedford" is designed to be inclusive. The program is open to chamber members and non-chamber members alike. We encourage our membership to discuss the "Buy In Bedford" program with non-members and to encourage their participation.

Ambassadors:

We wish to thank those chamber members who have made a special commitment to bring the details of this promotion to non-chamber members. This involves talking about the program as you go about your regular business day. If you are interested in becoming a BIB Ambassador, please contact the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce at 540-586-9401.

Ron Robey- AFLAC
Laura Tyree- Carlson-Wagonlit Travel
Lynn Kirby - Axis Creative Network
Bill Mosley- Bedford Hardware
Linda Ottinger-13 ABC WSET
Becky O'Connor Wuergler - Scott and Bond Realty
Tami Johnson-LeoGrande-Talk Radio 105.9 WLNI FM

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

It is our goal to make BIB affordable so that all members of our community can participate. It is only thanks to the support of our sponsors that we are able to accomplish this goal. Please contact the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce at 540-586-9401 for additional information on how your business can participate.

I am interested in participating in "Buy In Bedford" on the following level: