We’re Not Your Average Chamber of Commerce

We care about your business and are here to help. We are a network of business leaders that support each other and provide opportunities you can leverage to grow your business.  You'll see that first hand when you meet our team and members, participate in educational development opportunities and get involved in our community.  As a member your visibility will increase as you build brand awareness and grow your business.

Cost Saving Benefits

Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance Benefits:
A variety of benefits are offered through the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance.

• Trak-1: Employment Background Screening services. Click here for details.
   
• Prescription Drug Discount Card: Click here to download your card.
   
• Merchant Services Group Rating Program: Infintech specializes in credit and debit card payment processing. For more information, contact Aaron Muro to receive a free rate analysis.
   
• Health Insurance Plans:  The Chamber endorses a healthcare plan for small businesses. There are several plan options to choose from to meet your company’s specific needs. Contact Saxon Financial Services or Cincinnati Benefit Solutions more information!
   

• Dental Insurance:  Superior Dental Care offers quality dental coverage for sole proprietors and small groups at a fraction of the cost. Exclusive plans for Chamber members and a 5% discount. (An EyeMed Vision Care Discount Plan is included at no charge with every SDS membership)

• Office Supply Discounts:  Enjoy national account pricing and save up to 45% off of the lowest retail price on your top 500 supplies. Save 10% over lowest retail prices in-store and online on everything else you buy and save on copies at Office Depot. Click here for your Store Purchasing Card.
   

Group Rated Workers Comp Program: 
Sedgwick analyzes each employer's unique claim and premium history to find the highest level of savings from the BWC maximum to a lesser percentage for companies with claims. Potential savings of thousands of dollars. For more information, or for a no-cost, no-obligation quote of your potential premium savings, contact the Greater Hamilton Chamber's CareWorksComp representative, Julia Bowling by email julia.bowling@sedgwick.com or (513) 218-4062.

Bulk Mail Permit:  Members can use the Chamber’s Bulk Mail Permit and save money on direct mailings. (minimum 200 pieces)

Certificate of Origin: To obtain a Certificate of Origin from the Greater Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, view the Certificate of Origin Process. For the most efficient service, contact us to schedule a time to process your paperwork.

Community Guide:  All members are listed by category in the Community Guide and alphabetically and by category on our website. Our Community Guide is available in numerous local businesses, is delivered directly to thousands of select Butler County residents and is delivered to all Chamber members. Members can purchase advertising in the Directory for additional exposure and all members receive a complimentary copy. (Valued at $4,000)

Direct Marketing:  Only Chamber Members can purchase mailing labels or an updated member list from the Chamber for direct mailings. (Valued at $800)

Computer Services Discount:  Chamber Members can receive a 10-20% discount off a variety of IT services through Integrated Network Systems. (New customers only)

Workshops & Training Seminars:  The Chamber staff coordinates a variety of workshops and training seminars for our members each year.

Member Partnership

Events and Sponsorships:  Attend Chamber events to connect with fellow Chamber members, gain more exposure & learn more about the community. Sponsoring or hosting an event is a great way to attain more exposure for your business. Click here to find out more!

Hamilpalooza Marketplace of Butler County:  Family friendly event with food, shopping, entertainment and fun! Click here to find out more!

Networking Leads Group Meetings:  Attending our networking meetings is a great way to build relationships and generate referrals with your fellow Chamber members working to grow their businesses. Contact Tiffany Grubb for details.

Business Advocacy:  We are your voice on city, county, state and federal issues that can impact your business. We attend Hamilton, Ohio City Council meeting to represent your business.

Added Exposure:  Sponsoring or hosting an event is a great way to get more exposure for your business.

Ribbon Cutting:  As a member benefit, upon request the Chamber staff will help coordinate a ribbon cutting for your newly remodeled, relocated or new business. (Valued at $250)

Web Link and Enhanced Marketing Bundle:  Promote your business 24/7/365 days a year with marketing features on the Chamber website.  Add a link to your website and social media pages, add photos and videos, business descriptions, hours, and directions to your member profile.  Offer hot deals and list available job postings.  All of these features are included in your membership.

Get Connected:  Join one of our committees and make a difference in the community and to the Chamber. Our committee members help us tackle issues, coordinate events and retain and recruit members.

Leadership Hamilton:  Coordinated by the Chamber, Leadership Hamilton is a nine month (1 day a month) program used to identify, educate and motivate emerging leaders to take leadership roles within our community. Click here for more details about Leadership Hamilton.

Referrals:  As a member of the Chamber, your business will be referred when the Chamber receives requests about your specific type of business, product or service.

Buy Local! Refer to your Community Guide or the online membership directory for a list of members when you need a product or service. Support your fellow Chamber members by using them first when your company has a project.