named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Business Expo
Annual trade show and networking event connecting local businesses, promoting new opportunities, and showcasing regional economic activity.
Member Referral Program
Incentive program rewarding members for referring new businesses to the Chamber, expanding the network and strengthening collective advocacy.
Member-to-Member Discount Program
Exclusive program enabling Chamber members to offer and receive discounts on products and services, encouraging intra-Chamber commerce and business relationships.
Young Professionals Group (YPG)
Networking and leadership development program for young professionals, focused on professional growth, community engagement, and retention of talent in the region.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Member Business Referral & Discount Programs 1 activity
- Administer member discount and referral programsOperates a Member-to-Member Discount Program allowing chamber members to offer and receive reciprocal discounts, and a Member Referral Program that provides cash incentives for referring new businesses.
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Regional Economic Development Initiatives 1 activity
- Deliver community improvement servicesProvides services focused on community improvement and economic development as indicated by NTEE classification S41, supporting local infrastructure and business environment enhancement.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Facilitate business networking and developmentProvides networking opportunities and business-to-business services aimed at stimulating local business development through events, referrals, and member engagement.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Publish community and business journalProduces and distributes The Melville Chamber Community Journal, which includes editorial content, community news, event calendars, and community guides to support local engagement and information sharing.
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Professional Association Capacity Building 1 activity
- Support young professionals through networking and developmentOperates the Young Professionals Group (YPG) to offer networking, professional development, civic education, and community engagement opportunities for emerging business leaders in the region.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$188K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$143K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$104K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$142K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$141K
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +14.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ted Macaluso | Executive Director | 40 | $104K |
board members · 4
- Alan Schwartz — Director
- Evan Chen — Director
- Krysti O'Rourke — Director
- Merrill Zorn — Director
relationships · 1
Who they work with
- All Island Media Partner — Partnered with the Chamber to launch The Melville Chamber Community Journal; publisher of Town Crier, Pennysaver and Long Island Trends.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Intra-Member Economic Incentivemethodology: intra_member_economic_incentiveBy enabling chamber members to establish reciprocal business relationships through exclusive discounts, we promote local economic circulation because incentivized purchasing behavior strengthens member loyalty and keeps revenue within the network.
- Networking-Driven Business Developmentmethodology: networking_driven_business_developmentBy creating structured networking opportunities among local business professionals, we stimulate business growth because relationships and trust built in formal settings lead to increased collaboration, referrals, and client acquisition.