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Membership Benefits
As a member of the Ames Chamber of Commerce, you are aligned with businesses and individuals in an organization that is working to strengthen the long-term economic vitality of its members and the community.
GOLD MEMBERS
Chamber of Commerce Gold Members donate 10% more than their annual dues for Chamber projects. Because of contributions like these, the Ames Chamber of Commerce can maintain a level of excellence in the services we provide.
Benefits of Being a Gold Member
MEMBER BENEFITS
Chamber of Commerce Gold Members donate 10% more than their annual dues for Chamber projects. Because of contributions like these, the Ames Chamber of Commerce can maintain a level of excellence in the services we provide.
Benefits of Being a Gold Member
- Your business will be recognized in a Chamber Weekly Email
- You will receive a special window decal to hang in your business noting you are a Gold Member
- You will be recognized in a social media post on our Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn pages
- Have an event, promotion, or offering you're hoping to reach more people with on social media? As a Gold Member we will share up to one social media post free of cost!
- You also receive all of the standard member benefits the benefits listed below.
MEMBER BENEFITS
- Coupons - Online coupons are free advertising for Chamber members. The offer/promotion is up to you, and all offers are posted on our website for anyone to enjoy! Click here to see some current examples.
- Event Sponsorship - A variety of events and publications are available for businesses to promote their products and services including Legislative Luncheons, Golf Day, Steak Fry, Annual Luncheon, Annual Awards, Leadership Ames and more. Become a sponsor and promote your products and services. Click here to view our full sponsorship guide.
- Corporate & Non-Profit Partnerships - The Ames Chamber of Commerce Corporate Buddy program partners a business that wants to pay it forward with a non-profit business to help them both gain the benefits of Chamber membership and strengthen the entire business community.
- Membership Directory - The Chamber website lists member contact information. Users can also search for Chamber members by name or category. Each year our online directory averages100,000+ searches.
- Mailing Lists - Looking for ways to tell other business people about the products and services you offer? Take advantage of Chamber membership lists on mailing labels. Only $150. Note: these lists are not available in electronic format.
- Membership Decals - Your business will gain credibility and show the public you support the community when you display the Chamber Membership Decal. You will receive a decal when you join.
- Ribbon Cuttings - If your business has completed a major remodeling project, moved to a new location, or changed ownership, you need to take advantage of the Chamber's Ribbon Cutting service that brings members and the media to you.