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FAQs

What is the Mission & Purpose of the WBC?

  • "Community is Our Business!"

  • To provide a platform for entrepreneurs, business professionals, nonprofits and stakeholders in the Watertown Community to network and connect

  • To provide advocacy for the Watertown business community, particularly through times of transition within the City

  • To connect the local businesses community to the resources and information available to them 

  • To help our neighbors do more business & keep more of our dollars in the local community!

How does Membership work?

  • The WBC has two levels of Memberships:

    1. Businesses with 1-50 employees​

    2. Businesses with 51+ employees

  • Membership fees go towards WBC events and providing member benefits, and organizational sustainability

  • To learn more about member benefits and why join the WBC, click here!

  • Ready to become a member? Click here!

Who does the WBC serve?

  • Owners, managers and employees of Watertown-based businesses

  • Watertown residents who are business owners (regardless of geography)

  • Watertown residents who are business professionals

  • Stakeholders in the Watertown business community

  • Nonprofit organizations who are interested in partnering and connecting with Watertown businesses

What kind of events does the WBC facilitate?

  • Networking Events

    • Morning Coffee Connects

    • After Hours Events

  • Annual Update with Watertown's City Manager

  • STEM Night

    • Connecting professionals from Watertown's Life Science business community with Watertown students

  • Watertown Arts Market

    • Yearly outdoor artisan market where Watertown artists can sell their products & connect with the community​

  • Community Meetings with City officials regarding specific business needs

  • Partner Events:

    • Walk n Talks with Live Well Watertown​

    • ​Annual Holiday Mixer with the Rotary Club

Who keeps the WBC running?

  • Our Leadership Team is comprised of dedicated volunteers that come from all aspects of the local economy

  • We have two part time staff members:

    • Jessie Cox, Director of Partnerships & Events​

    • Sam Dudley, Director of Communications & Engagement

  • To learn more about the team, click here!

How can my business  increase its marketing potential through the WBC?

  • The WBC offers several comprehensive packages to fit every businesses' interests and needs!

  • Annual Sponsorships provide members an opportunity to secure prominent marketing and partnership opportunities through all of our channels and events.

  • Customizable Event and Digital Packages provide tailored options to increase your visibility at a specific WBC event, promote a key event of yours, or utilize our channels for a specific amount of time.

  • To see our current Annual Sponsors and learn more about our sponsorship opportunities, click here!

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