1. Networking to create contacts to other businesses in the area. (Business network).
2. Offers access to other businesses in the area for potential clients (Marketing business).
3. Information system- answers questions businesses have.
4. Build recognition within the community and giving small businesses more credibility.
5. Establishes connections to the city and city officials.
6. Advocacy of common business concerns.
7. Become part of the community (90% of the community are fellow small businesses).
8. Provides educational opportunities on important topics.
9. Gives access to health insurance and workers comp pools to lower costs.
10. Help with planning grand openings, events and ribbon cutting.

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Congratulations to the following restaurants:

Grandest Appetizer: Third & Hollywood for their Cheddar biscuit with ham and pimento

Grandest Entree: Rocco’s Pizza Plus for their variety of pizzas

Grandest Dessert: Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams for their variety of ice creams

Watch this quick video to see how we’ve set it up this year!  Text to Vote

As always, admission is FREE and each food vendor charges a fee between $1 and $5 to taste their specialities.  This year, our beer garden will feature The Elevator Brewing Company’s locally crafted micro-brews, including their specialty fall brew.  You must be 21 to purchase beer tickets.

There will be interactive activities for the entire family to enjoy and plenty of awesome music, too!

You can find more information here:  http://grandviewchamber.chambermaster.com/events/details/taste-of-grandview-199