Membership Benefits

• Decal/Plaque—Your member door decal and plaque identify you as a supporter of economic development and progress in Cleveland/Bradley County.
• Directory—The Resource is an annual membership directory and buyers guide published by the Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce. It features current members of the Chamber of Commerce alphabetically and by classification, along with opportunities for advertising. The directory also includes an outline of member benefits, contact information for the Chamber staff, the Board of Directors and a convenient listing of Numbers to Know.
• Discounts—A variety of discounts from members, offered only to other members.
• Industrial/Demographic Data—We provide site location information, market data, demographics and cost-of-living figures.
• Internet Listings—As the global marketplace continues to expand through increased use of the Internet, Chamber members are assured they are represented through the Chamber’s website. Members in tier 2 and up receive a free listing with links to email and websites provided at no charge. Special offers, additional category listing and advertising are available for a low charge.
• Mailing Labels—Members only are provided the most up-to-date business labels for your marketing needs. (Minimal fee for tier 1 members)
• Newsletter—225 Keith, our monthly newsletter, keeps you informed of business news and Chamber activities.
• Networking Events—Networking events are held monthly, quarterly and annually to provide our members with the opportunity to meet other business owners and expand their network of contacts.
• Referrals—As the front door to our community, we receive hundreds of calls from people looking for particular goods or services. When a particular good or service is requested, we refer only Chamber members, sending you potential customers.
• Ribbon Cuttings & Grand Openings—Staff members provide promotional assistance to your business during ribbon cuttings, grand openings or expansions.

Your Chamber . . .

Constantly communicates about you.

As a Chamber member and a vital part of our business community, you are represented every day when the Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce responds to inquiries about our region and the services it offers.

Builds the community’s economic base.

Through the Chamber’s Economic Development Council and the Bradley/Cleveland Industrial Development Board, the Chamber recruits new industries and assists our existing local industries with expansion and workforce needs.

Promotes a good business environment.

Through the Public Affairs Committee, the Chamber advocates a supportive business environment and communicates with local, state and federal officials to ensure that all businesses have an opportunity to grow and prosper.

Sells your potential customers on coming here.

Through our marketing programs and responses to inquiries, the Chamber’s Tourism Development Division continually promotes the Ocoee Region as a preferred destination for relocation, tourist activities, sporting events, recreation, shopping, healthcare services and meetings.

Provides numerous networking opportunities.

Regularly scheduled Chamber gatherings offer the opportunity to meet and get to know other business owners and managers in the community, often resulting in fresh ideas, new supply sources and new sales leads.

Functions as your research department.

A wealth of up-to-date statistical information is available to you as a Chamber member—information we have compiled to help you have in-depth knowledge of your market and make better business decisions.

Provides access to a comprehensive calendar of community events.

Through the Chamber’s website, you can submit information regarding meetings, arts and leisure activities, and other functions with the click of a mouse. Likewise, residents and visitors can access this information by clicking the “One Community, One Calendar” icon and identify what they can see or do at any given time in our community.

Maintains a social media presence.

By using social media tools—Through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn the Chamber provides an active resource of content that all business people and members of the community can turn to for information.

What The Chamber Does