• Why Join Your Local Chamber of Commerce?

  • Did you know....

  • When consumers know that a business is a Chamber member, they are more likely to think favorably of it and are more likely to purchase goods or services from that company.

  • Why Join?

  • The Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce offers a wide variety of information, services and programs to strengthen your business in the community.  Your involvement with the Chamber will connect you to people, ideas and resources to enhance your business.  Even if you are not able to attend events, being a chamber member is a great way to show the community that you are a good corporate citizen and you care about the local economy.

  • Membership Benefits Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce ROI
    • Business Awareness in the Community
    • Increased Credibility for Your Business
    • Many Networking Opportunities
    • Business Listing on the Chamber Website 
    • Business Listing in the Chamber Magazine
    • Cost Saving Programs
      • Discounts on Health Care Programs
      • Discounts on Workers' Comp
      • Lower Credit Card Processing Fees
      • Member 401K Program
    • Receive Chamber Communications
    • Business Referrals
    • Professional Development Opportunities
    • Part of Being a Good Community Steward
  • Chamber Communications

    • Membership Directory and Community Guide - Members will be listed in the Membership Directory both online and in print. There is also an opportunity to advertise. This publication is distributed to 25,000 local businesses and residents.
    • Monday Minute - Emailed out every week to over 750 Chamber and community addresses.  Members can take advantage of advertising in this popular e-newsletter publication.
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    Networking Opportunities & Business Awareness

    • Members can attend and participate in networking events at a discounted rate such as Monthly Membership Meetings, Business After Hours, Morning Mixers, Business Seminars, and more.
    • Sponsorship opportunities - numerous levels of sponsorships exist for annual events and monthly programs. This allows businesses to gain exposure and build awareness.
    • Members can request Ribbon Cuttings/Grand Openings.
    • Volunteer to sign up at events.
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    Anderson Area Chamber Website

    • All members receive name recognition on the Chamber’s website with a free listing in the online Chamber directory, including your business information and a link to your website.
    • Post HOT deals for FREE on the Chamber website.
    • List Job Postings for FREE on the Chamber website.
    • Promote events for FREE on community calendar located on the Chamber’s website.
    • The Chamber offers Website Advertising at an affordable cost.
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    Business Referrals

  • The Anderson Area Chamber refers local consumers to trustworthy and community minded businesses.  The Chamber is often the first stop for those looking for local products and services.

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    Marketing & Branding

  • Members can advertise in different outlets with the Chamber while maintaining branding.  Reach thousands of local residents.  Advertise in the Monday Minute, on the Chamber’s website, in the annual Magazine or consider sponsoring one of our events!  Chamber advertising is a cost effective marketing tool for all budgets, BIG or small!

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    Professional Development

  • Attend educational and training programs designed to help improve your skills and knowledge as a business owner.  Events include Monthly Membership Meetings, Women's Connect and Feed Your Mind Series.  

     

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    Business/Government Advocacy:

    The Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce strives to create a secure local economy to keep businesses moving forward. We promote a strong public image for businesses locally and work with them to provide information and support. We work closely with Anderson Township and other local municipalities to make sure everything is being done to positively impact the local business community.
     
     
                                                                         
     
     
     
    The Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce offers these valuable Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance (SOCA) benefits to our members:
     
    • Anthem Chamber Saver Plan: Membership includes access to quality, affordable health care plan options from Anthem. As a chamber member with 2-99 employees, you will have access to a 1.4% savings on any Anthem group health insurance plan through a premium tax credit savings.
    • SOCA Benefit Plan: This new self-funded health program that can lead to more rate stability and is a smart solution that offers potential savings for groups with 50 or fewer employees. SOCA has teamed up with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield to administer this plan and to provide stop loss coverage.
    • Worker’s Comp: Hunter Consulting Company provides comprehensive consulting and claims administration in the area of workers’ and unemployment compensations. The Group Rating program was designed to substantially reduce your company's rates, which in turn represent significant savings for your company.

    • strategic HR inc.: strategic HR inc. is an outsourced HR management firm working with organizations that have a lean HR or no HR department. Our HR experts partner with you to support some or all of your HR needs, without adding headcount. For a free quote contact our experts ChamberSales@strategichrinc.com

    • Legal Shield ID Shield: We believe every family and every business deserves affordable legal and identity theft protection. Including you. No matter how traumatic or trivial your situation, and no matter how large or small your business, we are here to help. Give Todd Goodwin or Nick Goodwin a call at 855-294-0888 or email Toddg@voluntarymkt.com or Nickg@voluntarymkt.com with questions or schedule an appointment.
     
    • Elavon Payment Processing: Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance has partnered with Elavon, a leading payment processor, to provide you with innovative payment solutions to enhance your business. Chamber members who take advantage of Elavon’s payment processing program will get the Chambers preferred partner pricing.

    Today, customers want you to accept payments a number of ways – in store, online, over the phone or mobile wallet. This doesn’t need to be expensive or complicated, which is where Elavon can help. Elavon offers a simple, cost-effective payment processing program, all backed by the highest standard of customer service.

    Get a free competitive analysis and let us find a solution for your business. To learn more call John Webb at 937-671-1606 or John.webb@usbank.com

     
    For additional information, please contact the Chamber office at 513-474-4802