Why Join? 

Every business is unique and has different motivations for joining the Allendale Chamber. Whatever stage of business you are in, whether you are just starting a business or ready to go global, membership in the Chamber provides an environment for success by through leadership in business, community and economic development. The tops eight reasons businesses support the Chamber are: 

Information and resources
Visibility
Referrals
Networking 
Educational programming
Voice of business
Economic development
Community leadership 
 

Your AACC Membership Includes Membership with the Small Business Association of Michigan! 

It's two memberships for the price of one! 

Here are some of the ways your business can take advantage of Chamber member-only benefits 

Access to Information and Resources
The Chamber strategically partners with like-minded organizations around the region to offer our members information and resources. Most importantly are the connections Chamber staff can make for you. We can help provide introductions, coordinate meetings and offer connections to various resources to help grow your business. 

SCORE Business Counseling
MI-Small Business Development Center
Lakeshore Advantage
Employers Association of West Michigan
West Michigan Works!
West Michigan Chamber Network
Chamber eNews
The Announcer
Auto Owners Insurance Discounts
and more!

Educational Programming
The world we do business in is always changing. The Chamber strives to bring you timely and relevant information to help provide you with the tools you need to run your business.

Member Luncheons
Workshops and Trainings
West Michigan Chamber Network Connected Chamber Women Luncheons
and more!

Networking
Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to promote your business. Chamber membership immediately opens the door to an entire network of potential customers.

Coffee & Networking
Business After Hours 
West Michigan Chamber Network Speed Networking
and more!

Referrals

The Chamber ONLY refers Chamber member businesses. We receive numerous email and phone inquiries about businesses in our area. We LOVE to promote our members.

Online Business Directory Membership Listing
Business Directory/Community Profile 
Email & Telephone Inquiries
Relocation & Tourist Packets
and more!

Visibility: Advertising and Marketing

The Chamber is pleased to provide numerous ways for you to market your business and keep your name in front of your customers. New to the Chamber is the opportunity for website advertising.

Announcer Advertising
Website Banner Ads
Purchase Mailing Labels
Member To Member Deals
Hot Deals
Event Sponsorship
Business Directory and Community Profile 
Ground Breaking & Ribbon Cutting
Community Event Calendar Postings
and more!

Community Leadership

Being a Chamber member means care about the future of Allendale and want to contribute to a vibrant, healthy, prosperous community.

Member Plaque for Display at Business
Allendale Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Fund
Committee or Board of Directors Involvement 
Economic Development Initiatives
and more!