Member Benefits
Becoming a member of the Dorchester Board of Trade will prove to be one of the best investments a business can make. Joining can help you unlock the doors of opportunity for a business. When a business belongs to the Dorchester Board of Trade, they are a leader within the business community and a member of the City of Boston’s most dynamic advocacy organization. Membership means potential new business prospects, new savings, access to resources, and valuable information for you and your business.
Business Resources
The Dorchester Board of Trade is your one-source business resource with answers to your business questions and solutions to your business needs.
Community Betterment
A stronger community results in greater business opportunities for member businesses. Education, job training and cultural diversity are just some of the emerging issues addressed by the Board of Trade to enhance the Dorchester Community.
Mayor’s Office Photo by John Wilcox
ECONOMIC GROWTH
Creating and retaining jobs is extremely important for the Dorchester Board of Trade. We tackle the tough issues affecting the area's economy. We help members prosper, grow and remain competitive while attracting new business investments to the Dorchester Community.
LEGISLATIVE ACTION
The Dorchester Board of Trade speaks out loudly, clearly and regularly on behalf of business in our community. Members have a voice in the Board’s actions to pass pro-business legislation and prevent the passage of legislation that hurts business.
networking
The Dorchester Board of Trade realizes that networking your product or service is essential in succeeding in today's business environment. Making new business contacts and learning about legal, financial, educational and marketing opportunities are just a few of the advantages of being a member of the Dorchester Board of Trade. Each year the BOT presents a wide variety of programs providing its members with hundreds of opportunities to make profitable new business contacts and develop a network of potential customers for their business!
Professional Development
Knowledge is power! The Dorchester Board of Trade helps its members expand their horizons by participating in informational meetings, seminars, issue forums and workshops. These timely sessions are specifically designed to strengthen the management effectiveness and profitability of members companies.