Member Benefits

As your partner in business, the Downers Grove Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry helps you build and maintain a strong, prosperous business. We offer resources, education and support to increase exposure and improve your profitability. Our goal is to promote and strengthen the business community. The Chamber fosters economic development by encouraging industrial and commercial growth, which enriches the community of Downers Grove as a whole. Your annual investment in the Chamber can pay dividends in the business services and opportunities we provide our members, as we partner with you to grow your business.

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Business Development

• Internet presence on the Chamber Web site
  With more than 240,000 visits per year (and always increasing), our Web site can be your extended marketing opportunity.

Web Site Features

• Three categories to list your business
  Maximize your exposure on our site by getting in front of all your  customers.
• Web site tracking
  Learn how valuable your membership is: Find out how many clicks you’ve received from our site to yours in the “Members Only” section of our site.
• Job posting
  Need more staff? The Job Bank section is one of the highest trafficked areas on our Web site.
• Special Events posting
  Let the community know about your big events. You can post your events any time!
• Special Offers
  If you have special savings for first-time customers or even repeat clients, post your offer on our site.
• Referral groups
  Offer outstanding networking opportunities and lead generation.
• General Membership Luncheons
  Make roughly 25 new contacts with fellow members during this highly productive luncheon.
• Grand opening/Ribbon cutting
  Just starting out or reinventing your business? Do it in grand style with our ceremonies and fellow Chamber members.

Professional Development

• Special Interest Networks
  This is your chance to get directly involved in the Chamber and build rapport with fellow members. Choose from several dynamic groups.
• Monthly Business After Hours
  A Chamber tradition! Meet up with fellow members in a more relaxed atmosphere at a new location each month.
• Monthly General Membership Luncheons
  Soon to be scheduled with a set time, day and location, these will prove to be outstanding opportunities to hear dynamic keynote speakers and regularly meet up with members during the business day.
• Multi-Chamber functions
  Various opportunities that allow members to connect with members from neighboring chambers.
• E-Networking Groups
  

Business Advocacy

• Liaison to the Village of Downers Grove
  Let us be your voice to the Village on your issue of interest.
• Regular updates on key issues that affect the business community
  We proactively monitor legislative issues on a local, regional, state, and national level and keep you informed on discussions and changes that could affect your business. This is the silent giant of your membership!
• Partners in Advocacy
• US Chamber of Commerce
• Illinois Chamber of Commerce

Communication to Members

• Monthly info@downersgrove.org mailer
  Our info@downersgrove.org publication includes a monthly calendar plus updates on events and programs. It reaches over 700 businesses. Filled with advertising opportunities, this full-color piece is stuffed with Member business flyer inserts.
• Monday’s BizWord newsletter
  This weekly dynamic email contains Chamber news, advocacy updates, trends and tips, events, and more. 1,200 people receive this email!
• Friday’s Member2Member email blast
  Learn what’s new with our members as they promote their events and special deals. Reach out to 1,200 business owners and operators.

Bonus Additions

• Membership in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
  You’ll be part of the largest business federation in the world.  As member, you receive all discounts offered to US Chamber members!
  Featured discounts include FedEx, Budget, Avis, Sam's Club and more!
• Office Depot Discounts
  Save money for yourself and support the Chamber at the same time.
• Monthly section in the Downers Grove Reporter
  We keep local residents informed of all that is new at the Chamber and regularly feature our members.

Membership Materials

• Window cling
  This can be a nice reminder to customers that you are invested in Downers Grove. Always support the businesses that support your community.
• Downers Grove Community Handbook & Business Directory
  This is your opportunity to reach 20,000 businesses and households.  This is your resource for vendors, partnerships and other resources.
• Post our Chamber logo on your Web site
  Help validate your business by posting the PROUD MEMBER logo on your web site.
• New Member Welcome Event
  Begin your business building opportunities right away and connect with your fellow colleagues and peers --- on us!

And for a few dollars more ...

• Numerous marketing opportunities
  Whether you target businesses or consumers, we have effective connections to the market of your choice.
• Seminars and speakers
  Our luncheons and workshops feature speakers and topics of interest to the local business community. Network while learning.
• Sponsorships
  From table top displays at our seminars, to sponsorships of new member luncheons or our annual golf outing, we offer plenty of opportunities to get your name in front of influential business leaders in this community on a regular basis. Just ask!