Membership Benefits
Why Join Your Chamber
Your Chamber’s wide variety of member benefits provides a strong business presence and creates a multitude of opportunities for members and the community at large.
Through Chamber membership you can get acquainted at your choice of dozens of networking events; get noticed by sponsoring or attending events or advertising in a variety of ways.
You can get involved, attend professional development opportunities, find out about public policy and, for members and the general public, take advantage of a multitude of deals and discounts.
Build Your Network
Choose from dozens of networking events designed to connect you with other professionals and community leaders.
Boost Your Visibility
Stand out by attending or sponsoring events, or take advantage of targeted advertising options offered through the Chamber. SImply having an online member directory listing increases your SEO.
Get Involved
Join a committee or team to help shape Chamber initiatives and make a real impact in your community.
Grow Professionally
Access educational programs, training sessions, and leadership development opportunities.
Stay Informed
Stay up to date on public policy and business-related news that impacts your industry and region.
Enjoy Discounts & Perks
Members — and even the general public — can benefit from a wide range of member-exclusive deals and special offers.
Joining the Chamber is an investment in your business
and can be started for as little as $445 per year.
Looking for networking opportunities?
Join us every Friday morning for business networking. Coffee and snacks are provided. dont forget to Bring business cards!
Get Noticed With Your Membership
Your Chamber provides ways for your business to get noticed by other Chamber members, business partners and the general community.
Upgrade your membership to be part of the Chair Circle or use other sponsorship opportunities to enhance your visibility. Determine what works best for you and your business to get noticed.
Chair Circle Sponsorships
Get year-round recognition at all events, marketing in the Chamber newsletter and email correspondence, discounts on ticketed events and a number of other opportunities to be recognized as one of the leading supporters of Your Chamber.
Vision Sponsors
Vision Sponsors support our governmental affairs and advocacy efforts at the local and state levels of government. Your support allows us to spend the critical time necessary to work on important issues that impact business in our state and region.
Program Sponsors
This sponsorship gives your business added visibility at event such as the Women and Leadership and Management Awards Luncheon, Business in Industry Forums, Christmas Giving Breakfast, the Chamber Golf Scramble, Annual Awards Dinner and the Business Education Series Program.
Tickets for each of these events is also included in each of these sponsorship levels.
Newsletter
The Chamber’s weekly newsletter is sent to more than 1,500 members and partners. New members receive an ad and business profile in the newsletter and these benefits are also available to purchase.
Members can also use the newsletter to promote an event or an announcement pertaining to their business.
Ribbon Cutting
Your Chamber can set up a ribbon cutting for many different reasons. If you are a new Chamber member, a new business, currently moved to a new location, renovated an existing location, or are welcoming a new manager – you name it, we can assist you with the event details, including inviting certain guests or speakers.
Online Business Database
We use search-engine-optimized software to give your business profile visibility on Google and other search engines.
Members are encouraged to update their profiles for maximum visibility.
Networking Opportunities
Regular events are the cornerstone of our Chamber. We host hundreds of events every year from award ceremonies to weekly get-togethers.
The best way to get started with your local Chamber is to introduce yourself at an event.
Check the Chamber calendar often to get up to date event listings.
AM Business Connection
Every Friday morning from 7:30 – 9:00 AM, Chamber members gather at a different host business location for a morning networking event. This event is free, and a continental breakfast is provided by the host business. These events are great for networking and building your business. The Chamber events calendar is where you can find upcoming locations for the weekly AM Business Connection. Registration is not needed to attend an ABC and guests are welcome.
AM Business Connection Exchange (BCE)
Once per quarter, the AM Business Connection is in the format of a speed networking event. Members are randomly assigned tables and for several minutes each person at the table gets an opportunity to tell their business story to the others. This event is free, and a continental breakfast is provided by the host business.
Business After Hours (BAH)
Periodically, a member will request to host a Business After Hours event which is a time to casually interact and build contacts for your business. In addition to networking you’ll enjoy snacks and adult beverages (supplied by the host), and perhaps win a raffle prize or two. BAH’s are generally held for about 2 hours between the evening hours.
Issues Breakfast’s and Legislative Luncheon’s
Each year we hold Eggs ‘N Issues Breakfasts and Legislative Luncheons. These special events will focus on advocacy, political topics and candidate races. This is a great opportunity to get in front of elected officials and industry experts to ask your questions to better understand legislation being considered at local and state levels of government. It’s also a great opportunity to speak directly to your elected officials in a more intimate setting.
Showcasing Opportunities
Showcase events are also scheduled during our Friday morning networking and are offered quarterly throughout the year. You can also showcase your business by hosting an AM Business Connection or Business After Hours. Sponsoring a hole at the Chamber Golf Scramble also allows you to showcase your business in a fun and interactive atmosphere.
Business & Industry Forums
The Chamber and its partners will host major luncheons throughout the year to learn more about various industries and the challenges and successes they are experiencing in their business. A wide range of topics are covered. (land use, water and environmental issues, regulations and taxes, housing, transportation and much more). The programs are well attended by a wide variety of community leaders and corporate executives. Check the calendar, for the next Forum and make plans to attend. Registration and payment are required in advance.