- Opportunities to meet new people and make business connections
- Reduced ticket rates for Gala and Summit events
- Invitations to members-only events
- Free copy of the SWVTC newsletter
- Full access to SWVTC member directory
- New members receive a free gift of their choice upon purchase of a membership
- Members are given the opportunity to purchase advertising space at special events with SWVTC branding and their business recognized as donors
- Potential member benefits for other members
- Opportunity to purchase advertising space in the SWVTC newsletter
- Council members are available as guest lecturers
- Donations to SWVTC may be tax exempt
- Our Gala brings together politicians, activists, and business leaders.
- We provide letters of support for legislative action at local, state, and federal levels
- We have helped industries locate in our area as well as new businesses getting started in our area
- We support STEM initiatives such as the Lego Robotics League Tournament, sponsor and support drone competitions, and put 2 teachers in space
- We are a non-government, non-political entity which brings government and the public together
- IT support for the Centers of Excellence
- Networking all over SW Virginia especially through the Gala
- Free press for new technology businesses at the Gala
- We promote regional unity and support other non-profits
- We are an umbrella organization serving all businesses and industries
- All new members are showcased in our newsletter which reaches hundreds of professionals in our region
SWTC MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS