Why should I join the chamber? It's a valid question. The answer is multifaceted.  There are many good reasons why joining the chamber can enhance your business.

The chamber of commerce is designed to be a source of support and growth for your business. We continually promote the businesses that are part of the chamber to get their message out.  But it's more than all of this to me. The power of the network of businesses that can work together, support one another and stand together in tough times as well as good times is the spirit of the chamber. People working with the same interest: Success of their businesses and community.  We all work together to promote a healthy and economically strong community.  Our goals are your goals. WE work hard to continue encouraging small businesses' growth and sustainability.  We are your partners through it all.

The chamber of commerce is a non-profit organization.  We do host fundraising events throughout the year, including our Golf tournament.  We host monthly luncheons and breakfasts to offer networking opportunities and provide up-to-date information from the chamber. These events are designed to allow you to talk about your businesses with other members.  Each meeting features a Business Announcement Minute for you to share your wins, promotions, new hires, or anything about your business. Celebrate your successes with us.  We publish two monthly newsletters filled with information to help your businesses grow, sharing your business news, our news, and our partnership benefits.  Our newest endeavor is to get out information in this blog.  We market your news, businesses, and events on our Facebook and Instagram pages.  Our Small Business events are also promotion of your businesses.

Most importantly, the people behind the businesses matter to us. We know that your business is your livelihood. We are here to support you in any way we can.

We offer many benefits of membership. These benefits help you save money for your business in the best and uncertain times.

1. Energy Saver Program.
2. This can be used both on your business energy cost and your personal home!
3. The savings could be infused back into your business annually. As an example, a company using Dominion Gas could save up to 1400.00 yearly  (or more depending on  the average usage)
4. It costs nothing to use the program, and they will give your bill a free review and an honest assessment of your cost. If they can't save you money, they'll also tell you that

     2.  Health Insurance.

     a.  Health insurance is costly. The programs could save your family or employees money

     b.  Enrollment is easy with one of our three local brokers. They will walk you through each step.

     c.   The only cost is the expense of the insurance you select. There are no hidden fees.

     3.  Partnership Program.

     a.  This program can save you upwards of 75% on your shipping cost 

     b.  Using a freight broker increases the success of your shipping and supply chain

     c.   Using a freight broker puts your shipping in the experts in the field, allowing you to focus on your business

      4.    Worker's Compensation

                    a. Through the Sedgwick workers’ compensation program, your organization can significantly reduce your workman's                             compensation cost

       5.    Prescription Saver's Program

                   a.  A discount prescription program designed to offset the high cost of prescriptions

                   b.  Can be used by anyone, family, friends, neighbors, etc.

    c.   Easy to us,e and your pharmacy will compare your insurance and the prescription saver card to ensure you are paying the least for your prescriptions.     

If you would like to discuss how the chamber can benefit you, we would love to meet and chat.  Give us a  call at 419-523-3141 or email at ottawaareachamberofcommerce@gmail.com.