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"Just wanted to acknowledge the outstanding event recently held by the Chamber--the  members seemed so pleased to learn about the host businesses and services and to meet one another, exchange business cards and enjoy the appetizers, music and general festivities.  It is a good example of what the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce does--flawless.  Well done!"

Don Miller, The Train Guy


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The Real Value of Your Chamber Membership

The real value that your membership in the Chamber of Commerce brings to you and your business is VOI:

 

Value of Information – The Chamber brings you unique resources – immediate IRS Small Business Information, access to SCORE for free business counseling, partnership with providers such as Constant Contact for discounted marketing resources – all information that is timely and relevant to the success of your business operation;

 

Value of Influence – The Chamber represents your interests – whether it is representing you on the Business & Economic Development Commission, the Parking Commission, Commercial Recycling or local, state or federal legislation, the Chamber is your advocate on all issues of import to business;

 

Value of Interaction – The Chamber provides opportunity – people want to do business with people they know, like and trust.  Networking, Member-to-Member programs, and partnerships foster relationships that encourage leads, referrals and more business for our members; 

 

Value of Impact – The Chamber represents thousands of employees in and around Highland Park – the strength of our membership and the direct results of our initiatives effect outcomes that benefit our members.

 

These are just a few of the reasons that businesses join the Highland Park Chamber of Commerce.  Read more about how member benefits can help you build your business

 


Building Business…Building Community…Since 1911.

 


Your Member Benefits & Services

Advertising & Marketing

  • Referrals
  • Hot Deals
  • Job Postings
  • Member Event Listing
  • Member discounts
    - in Chamber Publications: six00threefive magazine
    - in Community Guide
    - New Resident Welcome Package
    - Constant Contact E-mail Marketing
  • Display business cards and brochures inChamber Office & at Networking Events
  • Listing on the www.chamberhp.com
  • Business Directory
  • Google Map on your directory listing
  • Sponsorship & Marketing opportunities
  • Business Seminars
  • Opportunity to participate in
  • Sidewalk Sale (HP located businesses)
  • Sponsorships for all Chamber Special Events
  • Host a Business After Hours or
  • Women’s Networking Group
  • Member to Member Discount program
  • Highland Park Map Production & Distribution
  • Option to purchase membership mailing list
  • Option for Exclusive E-mail Ad Blasts to Members
  • Partnership with SCORE – free Business Counseling
Networking Opportunities
  • Network with over 400 businesses
  • First Wednesday Networking Group
  • Business After Hours
  • Women’s Networking Group
  • Business Education Seminars
  • Student Honor Dinner
  • Annual Meeting
  • Chamber Committees

Advocacy
  • Chamber presence on the Intra-City Parking Commission, Business & Economic Development Commission
  • Board representation on CBD Public/Private Economic Alliance
  • Membership in the American Chamber of Commerce Executives, Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, Illinois Retail Merchants Association, North Shore Chamber of Commerce Executives, Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, Chamber Leadership Academy.

Credibility
  • Participation in the Chamber provides your business with the essential public credibility.
  • Consumers are 63% more likely to buy from Chamber members.
    (National Survey Shapiro Group ’07)
  • Accredited Member BBB

 


Advantage Membership

More than ever, this is the year to market your business… Receive additional advertising benefits, services and exposure by taking advantage of the Chamber Advantage Membership upgrade.

 

•    1 Annual Pass to First Wednesday or Women’s Networking Group

•    Enhanced listing in Community Guide

•    Featured Chamber Advantage Member Listing on Website (with link)

•    1 Set of HP Chamber mailing list labels

•    Listed as a Chamber Advantage Member in E-newsletter (with link)

$120

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$300

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$300
   
Total Value of Benefits $970
Cost to Upgrade $250