What's In It For You:
All Membership Plans Include:
- Exclusive Rates on Events & Programs
- Listing on Online Business Directory
- Enrollment to GWNC eNewsletter
- Digital Membership Badge
| Benefit | Belong | Connect | Thrive | Empower |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personalized B2B Connections & Referrals (Earning Potential) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Access to Bulk Mailing Permit (Average Savings of $1,000) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Consideration for Business of the Year Awards | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Business After Hours Annual Pass (Valued at $100 Each) | 1 Pass | 2 Passes | 3 Passes | |
| Coffee & Connections Annual Pass (Valued at $100 Each) | 1 Pass | 2 Passes | 3 Passes | |
| Economic Forum Annual Pass (Valued at $50) | 2 Passes | 3 Passes | ||
| Access to Business of the Year Event (Valued at $30 Each) | 2 Tickets | 3 Tickets | ||
| Advertising Credits with the GWNC Chamber | $250 Credits | $375 Credits | ||
| Recognition at Business of the Year Event | ✓ | |||
| Priority Opportunity to Be Featured in GWNC Promotional Materials | ✓ | |||
| Ability to Leverage GWNC Relationships Across the Region for Strategic Introductions | ✓ | |||
| Annual Investment | $325 | $400 | $600 | $1,000 |
| ($400 Value) | ($750 Value) | ($1,100 Value) | ($1,600 Value) |
Please note that the Belong Membership is exclusively available to businesses with 10 or fewer employees.
Pick Your Plan:
Belong
For businesses with 10 or fewer employees that want a simple way to stay informed and maintain a presence within the Chamber network.
✓ Access to Bulk Mailing Permit
✕ BAH Annual Pass
✕ Coffee & Connections Annual Pass
✕ Economic Forum Annual Pass
✕ Access to Business of the Year Event
✕ Advertising Credits with GWNC Chamber
Connect
For small and medium-sized businesses ready to deepen their connections and begin leveraging resources to grow relationships in the community.
✓ Access to Bulk Mailing Permit
✓ BAH Annual Pass
✓ Coffee & Connections Annual Pass
✕ Economic Forum Annual Pass
✕ Access to Business of the Year Event
✕ Advertising Credits with GWNC Chamber
Thrive
For businesses looking to actively engage, expand their reach, and maximize opportunities through strategic involvement with the Chamber.
✓ Access to Bulk Mailing Permit
✓ BAH Annual Passes
✓ Coffee & Connections Annual Pass
✓ Economic Forum Annual Pass
✓ Access to Business of the Year Event
✓ Advertising Credits with GWNC Chamber
Empower
For established businesses seeking a leadership role, premium exposure, and deeper collaboration to influence growth and long-term impact across the region.
✓ Access to Business of the Year Event
✓ BAH Annual Passes
✓ Recognition at Business of the Year Event
✓ Priority Opportunity to be Featured in GWNC Chamber Promotional Opportunities
✓ Ability to Leverage GWNC Chamber Relationships Across the Region for Strategic Introductions
Eligible Nonprofit Organizations May Receive a 20% Discount.
Member Exclusive Benefits:
Discounted Rates on Events & Programs
As an active member of the GWNC Chamber, you are entitled to exclusive, discounted rates on programs and events. Our events are intentionally developed to connect you with success.
Consideration for Business of the Year Awards
As an active member of the GWNC Chamber, you are eligible for consideration for annual business awards, presented at the Business of the Year event in November.
Bulk Mailing Permit Access
As an active member of the GWNC Chamber, you have access to discounted rates on bulk mailings. A Bulk Mailing Permit allows for discounted postage rates on mailings of at least 200 marketing materials. On average, users save $200 with the Bulk Mailing Permit.
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Coffee & Connections Annual Pass
As an active Connect, Thrive, or Empower member of the GWNC Chamber, you have access to a fixed rate of annual passes for Coffee & Connections events. Register for these events while logged into your membership account, and your complimentary rate will be automatically applied.
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Business After Hours Annual Pass
As an active Connect, Thrive, or Empower member of the GWNC Chamber, you have access to a fixed rate of annual passes for Business After Hours events. Register for these events while logged into your membership account, and your complimentary rate will be automatically applied.
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Economic Forum Annual Pass
As an active Thrive, or Empower member of the GWNC Chamber, you have access to a fixed rate of annual passes for Economic Forum events. Register for these events while logged into your membership account, and your complimentary rate will be automatically applied.
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Advertising Credits
As an active Thrive or Empower member of the GWNC Chamber, you have access to a fixed amount of advertising credits for use with the GWNC Chamber.
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