NETWORKING
Let us connect you to the right people to help your business thrive
- Exclusive referrals: we only refer Chamber Members to the hundreds of inquiries we receive
- Personal introductions
- Business networking events
- Business After Hours (Monthly)
- Business Brew
- Golf Outings (Twice a Year)
- Annual Member Dinner & Community Awards
- Wapak Young Professionals
LEADERSHIP
Whether you want to be a better leader or you have an employee you want to raise to the next level, we can help
- Leadership development through annual Visioning Auglaize Leadership and Unity: VALU Class
- Workshops, seminars, and referrals to experts
GROWTH
We continue to help members grow their business.
- Partnerships with the Economic Development office ensuring new and existing businesses continue to prosper
- Events and promotion for tourists and community members showing our great quality of life
- Welcome packets and assistance for new employees, visitors, and new residents
- Community enrichment through popular events: Summer Moon Festival, Party in the Park Concert Series, Craft Beer Festival, Halloween Parade and more
DISCOUNTS
Member discounts and opportunities benefitting your business
- High quality and affordable healthcare for small businesses through Anthem: Informational flyer
- Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation discount. Group safety accountability letter
- Shipping discounts up to 45% Enroll here.
- Discounted HR support with Strategic HR
- Chamber gift certificate program encourages local shopping and keeps dollars in our community
- Bulk mail discount through USPS
VISIBILITY
We want to put the spotlight on your business
- Ribbon cuttings, groundbreaking & milestone event support
- Event sponsorship opportunities throughout the year
- Weekly Chamber Newsletter: free advertising that reaches over 1000 subscribers including all our Chamber members. Sign-up here
- Member listing on our website
- Social Media connection & sharing: share your business up to once per day
- Press release support to share your business news
- Member mailing labels printed for you once per year
CREDIBILITY
Chamber membership shows you're serious about growing your business and committed to your community
- As a community hub we can answer questions about your business whether you're a new or existing member
- Displaying your Chamber membership logo decal lets people know you're part of the Chamber community
- Consumers think more favorably of a business when they are a Chamber of Commerce member according to study
EDUCATION
Let us get you the information you need so you can make your business better
- Learn more about Auglaize County through the Visioning Auglaize Leadership and Unity: VALU Class
- Workshops and seminars on topics important to your business including Grow with Google seminars
- Connect with additional business resources here
VOICE
We advocate on your behalf and provide access to legislators and community leaders to strengthen relationships
- Candidate & Legislative Forums
- Updates about new policies and programs that affect your business
- Hear from our local leaders at the Annual State of the City, County and Schools Luncheon.
