Business Directory information is entirely separate from a member's personal information in the database. This allows someone to be a member of the organization but hide entirely their data and only show what they want to show to the public. Businesses can also hide themselves entirely if they don't want to be included in the Directory.
There are two ways for members to update the information in the Business Directory:
- In the Member Profile, under Business Directory
- In the Directory, by clicking the Edit icon under your listing
When you first access your listing, the system copies your personal contact information, and you can change it to show different information.
Example: The member may list a home address as part of her membership but could list a different address for the business.
Except for the Business Name, nothing on this screen is required. A member who works out of her home could leave the address fields blank and only show a phone number and email address. In this case, the icon would not appear on the map but in the listing below the map.
Select one or more business categories and types from the drop-down lists, then choose Add.
Other fields you may see include:
- Languages spoken,
- Special offers,
- Business logo or image
- Business description
- Social networking links
Adding Multiple Business Locations
The Business Directory includes primary and secondary members within the membership. This option allows a business with multiple locations to list each location separately.
If you are a primary member and have secondary members under your listing, you will see a second icon allowing you to edit information for each secondary member. Secondary members can also log in with their accounts and access their Business Directory Add/Edit screen from their Profile screen.
Removing Your Directory Listing
If you wish to remove your Directory listing completely without canceling your membership, select Remove My Listing at the bottom of the Business Directory Profile screen.