Why Join?
Networking & Relationships
Know someone who knows someone…who knows someone. Join a network of 300 businesses and organizations and thousands of people. There are networking opportunities to fit any business schedule or interest and with over 30 events on our calendar each year, we provide endless opportunities for you to make new contacts and expand your network.
Visibility
Our membership is at the forefront and fingertips of area residents and visitors anytime – offering possibly the best impression and referral source for members only. We provide listings in our business directory’s – both on the web and in print. Promoting Chamber members is our mission, which is why we offer many ways for your business to get noticed.
In addition, we offer a full calendar of events and programs plus targeted advertising and sponsorship opportunities with a wide variety of opportunities to increase your brand awareness and connect with new & existing customers.
Community
Businesses and their employees are very much a part of the local economy. By creating a community connection, you are showing your customers and employees that your business or organization cares about the growth and advancements of the area and cultivates pride for the Ionia area.
The IACC hosts events such as the Hometown Holidays Christmas Parade, Autumn Celebration, and the Ionia Expo as well as supports many activities that bring the community together. IACC office, located in the Armory Community Center is a ‘Welcome Center’ for visitors, providing maps, event listings, member brochures, and general business information.
Referrals & Impressions
Reputation is important, and being an active member of the Chamber of Commerce helps to strengthen yours. Did you know that National studies show that consumers are greatly influenced by Chambers of Commerce, as they report people are more aware of businesses who belong to chambers, they think more highly of chamber member businesses, and they are much more likely to buy goods and services from businesses who are chamber members.
Above and beyond the added credibility membership extends to a business, the Chamber provides daily referrals to residents and visitors regarding local businesses, and we always refer members first.
Growth & Development
IACC continually markets the community to remain competitive and recruit new businesses, residents, and visitors to the area. Our priority is to give our members a competitive edge. We offer legislative, networking, and educational events as well as promotional & advertising opportunities. We can also provide solutions to start and grow a business, attract & retain employees, & aid in finding legal & HR legal solutions.
Tools & Resources
The Member Information Center is our online portal that gives members access to add company news, events, job, deals to our website, as well as update their company profile. Members may also receive free mailing labels (1/year). Additional tools and resources are available to members through our strategic partnerships with the Small Business Association of Michigan, Michigan Chamber of Commerce, SCORE, SBDC, and others.
Discounts & Savings
Members receive discounted or free event registration and promotional opportunities as well as opportunities to save on business expenses (insurance, merchant services, shipping & office supplies, etc.), tools for talent attraction & retention, and HR & Legal resources.
Information & Support
We provide valuable information TO YOU about the community and business opportunities and share information ABOUT YOU to the community leveraging a balance of our relationships, email, social media, newspaper, radio, television, print, & more.
Benefits & Packages
Learn more about the benefits of membership as well as available membership packages.
Join Today
Fill out our application to join the Ionia Chamber and access member benefits.
