Benefits of Membership

 

When you join the Chamber, you’re joining the largest, most active business-to-business network in Northwest Ottawa County. Your membership allows you to access services, marketing vehicles and networking opportunities that only members enjoy, and dues are structured so that membership is easily accessible to organizations of any size. Contact Pamela Blake at 616-842-4910 or e-mail at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . For more information, or simply click on this link to membership application to get started.

Whether it’s attending events, serving on a committee or participating in a roundtable group, Chamber membership will bring you face-to-face with potential customers, suppliers and service providers throughout the community. Go to the Chamber Programs page, the Chamber Events page, or the Committees and Volunteer Opportunities page to see all the ways the Chamber creates networking opportunities for members.

 

Business Resources

The Chamber serves as a clearing house for the resources you need to grow your business. Some of the services we offer our members include:

  • Mailing lists and labels can be purchased by Chamber members for direct marketing efforts. Our database includes information on nearly 1,000 area businesses.

  • Training and seminar discounts are given to members for all Chamber-sponsored workshops, seminars and training.

  • Human resources information and assistance is given to members via workshops, area wage and benefits surveys, and summer employee lists.

  • Training needs assessments and/or training plan development services are available to members at no charge.

  • Manufacturing assistance is provided through tax abatement reviews, grant writing, financing options, demographic information, performance benchmarking, and wage and benefit surveys.

 

 

Chamber Membership Investment Schedule

Rates are as of 4/1/12

 

No. of Emp.
Annual Investment
Max to Receive Mail
Retail, Service, Professional, Industrial, Construction, Government
1 - 5 $245/year 2 people
6 - 10 $320 3 people
11 - 20 $410 3 people
21 - 40 $525 4 people
41 - 60 $750 4 people
61 - 80 $1000 5 people
81 - 100 $1250 5 people
101 - 130 $1500 determine
131+ $1500 + $3 per employee determine
Cap $3000 determine

 

Banks/Financial Institutions

Base Dues + Deposits in NW Ottawa County Area = $245 + $28/million in deposits

Accommodations

Base Dues + per room = $245 + $6/unit

Educational, Healthcare

Based on number of employees, cap $575

Non-Profits, Seasonal Attractions, Churches

Base Dues = $245 per year

Associate Members

For individuals only and no business affiliation is allowed = $140 per year

Seasonal Agricultural Businesses

$245 covers 5 full time/year-around employees. $3 per full-time employee per year thereafter.

 

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