Join Chamber
Membership in the Wilmington Chamber is based on a tiered membership structure that allows prospective members to choose the benefits and level of investment they desire. Learn more about the seven-tier structure, benefits and cost by following the links below.
I am a Visionary
Annual Investment: $10,000 | Total Value: $17,000
Members build their business by focusing on their performance and the economic prosperity of the entire region.
“Among the many reasons PPD established its headquarters in Wilmington, the region’s attractive quality of life and good business climate stand out. Building on Wilmington’s reputation as a desirable place to live and work helps increase the availability of a highly skilled local workforce. The Chamber, through its Cape Fear Future initiative, is leading the way. This focus on community building is meaningful for all who live and work in the region — and an important reason why PPD continues to be a strong supporter.”
Marketing & Visibility |
Value |
|---|---|
| Online membership directory listing | $300 |
| Inclusion in Chamber’s business referral program | $250 |
| Access to Chamber programs and events to build business | * |
| • Preferred pricing to Chamber events | $100 |
| • Free admission to BizMix after hours networking events | $240 |
| • Opportunity to meet elected officials at Appreciation BBQ | * |
| • Various networking events | * |
| Increased business and staff visibility/credibility | * |
| Link to your website from www.wilmingtonchamber.org | $100 |
| Recognition in email newsletter upon joining | $50 |
| Membership decal | |
| • For display in business | * |
| • Digital version for website and emails | * |
| Participation in member-to-member discounts web page | $500 |
| Opportunity to purchase additional category listings | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR VISIONARY TIER MEMBERS | |
| 10 additional location listings | $4000 |
| Chamber Bucks (for event sponsorship/tix purchases) | $1500 |
| Mailing labels for Chamber members (4 sets) | $1000 |
| 6 additional category listings | $600 |
| One Chamber Expo sponsorhip | $500 |
| Education & Services | |
| Members-only discounts (average saving based on using 2-3 per year) | * |
| Chamber Ambassador Visit | * |
| Subscription to weekly email newsletter (available to unlimited number of staff members) | * |
| Free economic forecast breakfast | $50 |
| Discount on Chamber’s riverfront for holding an event | * |
| Participation in member briefing | $15 |
| 50% discount on Chamber publications (maps, newcomer packets, etc.) | $72 |
| Pro-business advocacy in government issues | * |
| Free seminars | * |
| Opportunity to take part in community-issue surveys | * |
| Access to area demographics | * |
| Business resource information | * |
| Input on Public Policy Agenda | * |
| Cost of living study results | * |
| 75% discount on Certificates of Origin | * |
| Opportunity to purchase advertising space in Chamber publications | * |
| Opportunity to purchase a set of mailing labels to do a direct mailing to Chamber members | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR VISIONARY TIER MEMBERS | |
| Meeting space (6 uses annually) | $1200 |
| 150 free Resource Guides and 250 NHC maps | $1125 |
| Use of Chamber’s riverfront for event | $1000 |
| Survey service (staff builds/sends survey to members) | $500 |
| Free Certificates of Origin (50) | $250 |
| Opportunity to participate in InterCity Visits | * |
| Invitation to special community events | * |
| Preferred seating at Annual Meeting | * |
| Breakfast with Chamber Chair & Chamber CEO | * |
* valuable…but dependent on use
I am a Leader
Annual Investment: $5,000 | Total Value: $11,000
Members are pillars in their industry and the community, and consider both in their business plan.
“A leader has to balance managing the present while creating the future. This is the leadership that the Chamber provides for our community. For more than 75 years, Duke Energy has invested in the Chamber’s mission of being the voice of business because they lead the way in advocating for today to create a prosperous tomorrow for the Cape Fear Region.”
Marketing & Visibility |
Value |
|---|---|
| Online membership directory listing | $300 |
| Inclusion in Chamber’s business referral program | $250 |
| Access to Chamber programs and events to build business | * |
| • Preferred pricing to Chamber events | $100 |
| • Free admission to BizMix after hours networking events | $240 |
| • Opportunity to meet elected officials at Appreciation BBQ | * |
| • Various networking events | * |
| Increased business and staff visibility/credibility | * |
| Link to your website from www.wilmingtonchamber.org | $100 |
| Recognition in email newsletter upon joining | $50 |
| Membership decal | |
| • For display in business | * |
| • Digital version for website and emails | * |
| Participation in member-to-member discounts web page | $500 |
| Opportunity to purchase additional category listings | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR LEADER TIER MEMBERS | |
| 5 additional location listings | $2000 |
| Profile of business on Chamber website | $1000 |
| Mailing labels for Chamber members (4 sets) | $1000 |
| Chamber Bucks (for event sponsorship/tix purchases) | $750 |
| One Chamber Expo sponsorship | $500 |
| 5 additional category listings | $500 |
Education & Services |
|
| Members-only discounts (average saving based on using 2-3 per year) | * |
| Chamber Ambassador Visit | * |
| Subscription to weekly email newsletter (available to unlimited number of staff members) | * |
| Free economic forecast breakfast | $50 |
| Discount on Chamber’s riverfront for holding an event | * |
| Participation in member briefing | $15 |
| 50% discount on Chamber publications (maps, newcomer packets, etc.) | $72 |
| Pro-business advocacy on government issues | * |
| Free seminars | * |
| Opportunity to take part in community-issue surveys | * |
| Access to area demographics | * |
| Business resource information | * |
| Input on Public Policy Agenda | * |
| Cost of living study results | * |
| 75% discount on Certificates of Origin | * |
| Opportunity to purchase advertising space in Chamber publications | * |
| Opportunity to purchase a set of mailing labels to do a direct mailing to Chamber members | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR LEADER TIER MEMBERS | |
| Use of Chamber’s riverfront for event | $1000 |
| Meeting space (4 uses annually) | $800 |
| Survey service (staff builds/sends survey to members) | $500 |
| 50 Free Chamber publications | $500 |
| Certificates of Origin (25) | $125 |
| Opportunity to participate in InterCity Visits | * |
| Invitation to special community events | * |
| Preferred seating at Annual Meeting | * |
| Breakfast with Chamber Chair & Chamber CEO | * |
* valuable…but dependent on use
I am an Advocate
Annual Investment: $2,500 | Total Value: $6,000
Members have a respected business and use their voice to promote their needs and those of the business community at large.
“Being a Chamber member is an investment in our business and the community. It provides our team with additional access to prospects and increased networking opportunities with small and large businesses. Chamber programs like Cape Fear Future also help ensure we will continue to have skilled workers, not just for our business, but to perform the important tasks in our everyday lives. That’s something we should all support.”
Marketing & Visibility |
Value |
|---|---|
| Online membership directory listing | $300 |
| Inclusion in Chamber’s business referral program | $250 |
| Access to Chamber programs and events to build business | * |
| • Preferred pricing to Chamber events | $100 |
| • Free admission to BizMix after hours networking events | $240 |
| • Opportunity to meet elected officials at Appreciation BBQ | * |
| • Various networking events | * |
| Increased business and staff visibility/credibility | * |
| Link to your website from www.wilmingtonchamber.org | $100 |
| Recognition in email newsletter upon joining | $50 |
| Membership decal | |
| • For display in business | * |
| • Digital version for website and emails | * |
| Participation in member-to-member discounts web page | $500 |
| Opportunity to purchase additional category listings | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR ADVOCATE TIER MEMBERS | |
| 3 additional location listings | $1200 |
| Mailing labels for Chamber members (4 sets) | $1000 |
| Chamber Bucks (for event sponsorship/tix purchases) | $500 |
| 4 additional category listings | $400 |
Education & Services |
|
| Members-only discounts (average saving based on using 2-3 per year) | * |
| Chamber Ambassador Visit | * |
| Subscription to weekly email newsletter (available to unlimited number of staff members) | * |
| Free economic forecast breakfast | $50 |
| Discount on Chamber’s riverfront for holding an event | * |
| Participation in member briefing | $15 |
| 50% discount on Chamber publications (maps, newcomer packets, etc.) | $72 |
| Pro-business advocacy in government issues | * |
| Free seminars | * |
| Opportunity to take part in community-issue surveys | * |
| Access to area demographics | * |
| Business resource information | * |
| Input on Public Policy Agenda | * |
| Cost of living study results | * |
| 75% discount on Certificates of Origin | * |
| Opportunity to purchase advertising space in Chamber publications | * |
| Opportunity to purchase a set of mailing labels to do a direct mailing to Chamber members | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR ADVOCATE TIER MEMBERS | |
| Meeting space (2 uses annually) | $400 |
| 25 free Chamber publications | $250 |
| Certificates of Origin (25) | $125 |
| Opportunity to participate in InterCity Visits | * |
| Invitation to special community events | * |
* valuable…but dependent on use
I am an Executive
Annual Investment: $1,500 | Total Value: $4,500
Members have an established business and are making strides to become an industry leader.
“As a business in the Wilmington community for over 14 years, we feel that it’s only right to be both a Chamber member and supporter. Over the years we’ve seen fellow supporters at Chamber events and have built relationships that have led to sales and loyal service patrons as well. It’s with great pride that we lend our support and name to the Chamber to cultivate an ongoing relationship with our fellow business owners and potential clientele.”
Marketing & Visibility |
Value |
|---|---|
| Online membership directory listing | $300 |
| Inclusion in Chamber’s business referral program | $250 |
| Access to Chamber programs and events to build business | * |
| • Preferred pricing to Chamber events | $100 |
| • Free admission to BizMix after hours networking events | $240 |
| • Opportunity to meet elected officials at Appreciation BBQ | * |
| • Networking events | * |
| Increased business and staff visibility/credibility | * |
| Link to your website from www.wilmingtonchamber.org | $100 |
| Recognition in email newsletter upon joining | $50 |
| Membership decal | |
| • For display in business | * |
| • Digital version for website and emails | * |
| Participation in member-to-member discounts web page | $500 |
| Opportunity to purchase additional category listings | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR EXECUTIVE TIER MEMBERS | |
| 2 additional location listings | $800 |
| Mailing labels for Chamber members (3 sets) | $750 |
| 3 additional category listings | $300 |
| Chamber Bucks (for event sponsorship/tix purchases) | $250 |
| Chamber Expo table | $150 |
Education & Services |
|
| Members-only discounts (average saving based on using 2-3 per year) | * |
| Chamber Ambassador visit | * |
| Subscription to weekly email newsletter (available to unlimited number of staff members) | * |
| Free economic forecast breakfast | $50 |
| Discount on Chamber’s riverfront for holding an event | * |
| Participation in member briefing | $15 |
| 50% discount on Chamber publications (maps, newcomer packets, etc.) | $72 |
| Pro-business advocacy in government issues | * |
| Free seminars | * |
| Opportunity to take part in community-issue surveys | * |
| Access to area demographics | * |
| Business resource information | * |
| Input on Public Policy Agenda | * |
| Cost of living study results | * |
| 75% discount on Certificates of Origin | * |
| Opportunity to purchase advertising space in Chamber publications | * |
| Opportunity to purchase a set of mailing labels to do a direct mailing to Chamber members | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR EXECUTIVE TIER MEMBERS | |
| Meeting space (1 use annually) | $200 |
| Certificates of Origin (25) | $125 |
* valuable…but dependent on use
I am an Investor
Annual Investment: $800 | Total Value: $3,300
Members have a well-known business that is focused on long-term opportunities.
“The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce is an important asset to the economic development and quality of life in our area. As the largest behavioral health non-profit in the region, Coastal Horizons Center is proud to invest in the Chamber through our membership, as it is an investment in the future of Southeastern North Carolina.”
Marketing & Visibility |
Value |
|---|---|
| Online membership directory listing | $300 |
| Inclusion in Chamber’s business referral program | $250 |
| Access to Chamber programs and events to build business | * |
| • Preferred pricing to Chamber events | $100 |
| • Free admission to BizMix after hours networking events | $240 |
| • Opportunity to meet elected officials at Appreciation BBQ | * |
| • Networking events | * |
| Increased business and staff visibility/credibility | * |
| Link to your website from www.wilmingtonchamber.org | $100 |
| Recognition in email newsletter upon joining | $50 |
| Membership decal | |
| • For display in business | * |
| • Digital version for website and emails | * |
| Participation in member-to-member discounts web page | $500 |
| Opportunity to purchase additional category listings | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR INVESTOR TIER MEMBERS | |
| Mailing labels for Chamber members (2 sets) | $500 |
| 1 additional location listings | $400 |
| 2 additional category listings | $200 |
| 50% discount on Chamber Expo table | $75 |
Education & Services |
|
| Members-only discounts (average saving based on using 2-3 per year) | * |
| Chamber Ambassador visit | * |
| Subscription to weekly email newsletter (available to unlimited number of staff members) | * |
| Free economic forecast breakfast | $50 |
| Discount on Chamber’s riverfront for holding an event | * |
| Participation in member briefing | $15 |
| 50% discount on Chamber publications (maps, newcomer packets, etc.) | $72 |
| Pro-business advocacy in government issues | * |
| Free seminars | * |
| Opportunity to take part in community-issue surveys | * |
| Access to area demographics | * |
| Business resource information | * |
| Input on Legislative Agenda for Business | * |
| Cost of living study results | * |
| 75% discount on Certificates of Origin | * |
| Opportunity to purchase advertising space in Chamber publications | * |
| Opportunity to purchase a set of mailing labels to do a direct mailing to Chamber members | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR INVESTOR TIER MEMBERS | |
| Meeting space (75% discount off reg. pricing) | $150 |
| Certificates of Origin (12) | $60 |
* valuable…but dependent on use
I am a Principal
Annual Investment: $500 | Total Value: $2,400
Members are focused on building their business through new marketing avenues.
“Joining the Chamber was one of the first things I did when I started my engineering business in 2003. We have received a significant return on our investment. We have found the more we get involved with this organization the more we get in return. The Chamber is the definitive advocate for businesses of all types and sizes in our area.”
Marketing & Visibility |
Value |
|---|---|
| Online membership directory listing | $300 |
| Inclusion in Chamber’s business referral program | $250 |
| Access to Chamber programs and events to build business | * |
| • Preferred pricing to Chamber events | $100 |
| • Free admission to BizMix after hours networking events | $240 |
| • Opportunity to meet elected officials at Appreciation BBQ | * |
| • Various networking events | * |
| Increased business and staff visibility/credibility | * |
| Link to your website from www.wilmingtonchamber.org | $100 |
| Recognition in email newsletter upon joining | $50 |
| Membership decal | |
| • For display in business | * |
| • Digital version for website and emails | * |
| Participation in member-to-member discounts web page | $500 |
| Opportunity to purchase additional category listings | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR PRINCIPAL TIER MEMBERS | |
| Mailing labels for Chamber members (1 set) | $250 |
| 1 additional category listing | $100 |
| 50% discount on Chamber Expo table | $75 |
Education & Services |
|
| Members-only discounts (average saving based on using 2-3 per year) | * |
| Chamber Ambassador visit | * |
| Subscription to weekly email newsletter (available to unlimited number of staff members) | * |
| Free economic forecast breakfast | $50 |
| Discount on Chamber’s riverfront for holding an event | * |
| Participation in member briefing | $15 |
| 50% discount on Chamber publications (maps, newcomer packets, etc.) | $72 |
| Pro-business advocacy in government issues | * |
| Free seminars | * |
| Opportunity to take part in community-issue surveys | * |
| Access to area demographics | * |
| Business resource information | * |
| Input on Public Policy Agenda | * |
| Cost of living study results | * |
| 75% discount on Certificates of Origin | * |
| Opportunity to purchase advertising space in Chamber publications | * |
| Opportunity to purchase a set of mailing labels to do a direct mailing to Chamber members | * |
| ADDITIONAL BENEFITS FOR PRINCIPAL TIER MEMBERS | |
| Meeting space (50% discount off reg. pricing) | $100 |
* valuable…but dependent on use
I am a Founder
Annual Investment: $400 | Total Value: $1,900
Members are focused on basic exposure for their business.
“Recognition as a leader in the business community starts with being an active member in the Chamber. For more than 30 years, Longley Supply Company has benefited from its membership through networking, referrals, and visibility…and through the Chamber’s pro-business stand on issues. The Chamber is our business partner, and the partnership works.”
Marketing & Visibility |
Value |
|---|---|
| Online membership directory listing | $300 |
| Inclusion in Chamber’s business referral program | $250 |
| Access to Chamber programs and events to build business | * |
| • Preferred pricing to Chamber events | $100 |
| • Free admission to BizMix after hours networking events | $240 |
| • Opportunity to meet elected officials at Appreciation BBQ | * |
| • Various networking events | * |
| Increased business and staff visibility/credibility | * |
| Link to your website from www.wilmingtonchamber.org | $100 |
| Recognition in email newsletter upon joining | $50 |
| Membership decal | |
| • For display in business | * |
| • Digital version for website and emails | * |
| Participation in member-to-member discounts web page | $500 |
| Opportunity to purchase additional category listings | * |
Education & Services |
|
| Members-only discounts (average saving based on using 2-3 per year) | * |
| Chamber Ambassador visit | * |
| Subscription to weekly email newsletter (available to unlimited number of staff members) | * |
| Free economic forecast breakfast | $50 |
| Discount on Chamber’s riverfront for holding an event | * |
| Participation in member briefing | $15 |
| 50% discount on Chamber publications (maps, newcomer packets, etc.) | $72 |
| Pro-business advocacy in government issues | * |
| Free seminars | * |
| Opportunity to take part in community-issue surveys | * |
| Access to area demographics | * |
| Business resource information | * |
| Input on Public Policy Agenda | * |
| Cost of living study results | * |
| 75% discount on Certificates of Origin | * |
| Opportunity to purchase advertising space in Chamber publications | * |
| Opportunity to purchase a set of mailing labels to do a direct mailing to Chamber members | * |
* valuable…but dependent on use
Questions? Contact:
Sue Meier
Telephone: 910.762.2611 ext. 226
Fax: 910.762.9765
meier@wilmingtonchamber.org