Rusk Area Merchants is excited to welcome you as a RAM Partner into our growing network of local businesses, organizations and community supporters!
Think Local. Grow Together. CommUNITY.
Why Join Rusk Area Merchants?
RAM Partners enjoy:
✔ Promotion and visibility for businesses
✔ Networking and collaboration
✔ Community campaigns and events
✔ A stronger local economy
✔ Pride in strengthening Rusk
Whether you operate a business or simply believe in supporting local — there is a place for you here.
What We Ask of RAM Partners:
All members are expected to:- Conduct themselves professionally
- Respect the mission of Rusk Area Merchants
- Support cooperation over competition
- Act with integrity and fairness
RAM Partners also
agree to:
- Maintain valid business standing
- Represent commerce responsibly
- Participate in good faith governance
Partnership Applications & Agreement
Choose from Basic, Enhanced, Premium,
Individual or Non-Profit Partnerships
Rusk Area Merchants
Individual RAM Partnership: $40
Non-Profit RAM Partnership: $60
Individual or Non-Profit Partnerships
Rusk Area Merchants
RAM Partnership Tiers
1. Basic RAM Partnership
Price: $100 per year ($25/quarter)
Benefits:
- Inclusion in the Rusk Area Merchants directory
- Access to networking events
- Basic promotion on social media
- Two Ballots to vote for new Board Members
2. Enhanced RAM Partnership
Price: $250 per year ($62.50/quarter)
Benefits:
- Basic RAM Partnership Benefits, PLUS:
- Two Extra Ballots to vote for new Board Members (total of 4)
- Featured spot in the Rusk Area Merchants directory
- Enhanced promotion on social media with dedicated posts
- Discounted rates for event booths and sponsorship opportunities
3. Premium RAM Partnership
Price: $500 per year ($125/quarter)
Benefits:
- Enhanced RAM Partnership Benefits, PLUS:
- Four Extra Ballots to vote for new Board Members (total of 6)
- Premium placement in the Rusk Area Merchants directory
- Exclusive advertising opportunities on Rusk Area Merchants platforms
- Priority access to sponsorships and premium event spaces
- Two complimentary tickets to special events and workshops
Individual RAM Partnership: $40
Non-Profit RAM Partnership: $60