Why Join The Chamber?

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According to a recent nationwide study, people who were told that a particular small business was a member of its local chamber, were 44% more likely to rate it favorably than when respondents were not told of chamber affiliation. Respondents were also 63% more likely to want to purchase goods or services from a small business that is a chamber member.

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

St. Marys Area Chamber of Commerce Membership

The St. Marys Chamber has proven itself as the single most effective volunteer, non-profit organization committed to helping solve today’s complex business and community problems. You as a business or professional person have a stake in this area and you can best safeguard your interest by working with others through the Chamber.


At the Chamber, we do not just talk about the future...we shape it. That is why we need you and you need us. Together we can blend our talents to insure a better community.

What do I get for my Membership Dues Investment?

  • Free Listing in the Membership Directory.
  • Free Listing on the Chamber’s Website with a Free Link to your website.
  • Referrals—the Chamber staff ONLY refers St Marys Chamber members.
  • Membership Decal to display your support of the community at your business.
  • Bureau of Workmans Compensation Discounts.
  • Credibility of your business in the community.
  • Market in our Chambergram e-newsletter that comes out three times per month
  • Access to health insurance discounts through NOACC and Group Insurance Rates through SOCA MEWA.
  • A Chamber that will be an advocate for the business community on issues of importance to your business.
  • A Chamber that will work with you to advance the economic growth, well being and quality of life of our members and the community.
  • Free opportunities to promote your business through Business Ribbon Cuttings, Grand Openings and Press Releases
  • Business-After-Hours, Wake-Up St Marys morning networking events, Business Roundtable Events as well as other promotions throughout the year.
  • Opportunities to promote your business at very affordable prices such as an event sponsorship, co-op advertising opportunities, membership directory or on the website.
  • Social media updates about your business including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn
  • Visitor Information and Member-to-Member Referrals
  • Posting your business events on the Chamber events calendar.
  • Bulk Mailing to save on postage.
  • Printing Services at affordable rate per page
  • Free use of the Chamber Board Room during business hours.
  • Access to Workforce Development Workshops, Seminars and Accredited Training programs.
  • VALU Class is run by St Marys, Southwestern Auglaize and Wapakoneta Chambers
  • We display your business card, promotions and other information about your business at our chamber office.
  • Partnership Program for discounts on FedEx, LTL Freight and Truckload.
  • Energy Savings Program

And There's More

The chamber is working to keep our membership dues affordable for even the smallest business and we want to see our members get their money’s worth. Therefore, sponsorship opportunities are available that allow our members to get their name out to a more targeted group such as to our chamber members.

Your Chamber Works Hard for Our Members and this Community

  • We are always working to give our members more opportunities to promote their business with the annual golf outing, our annual banquet and more.
  • We are working to enhance Community Pride through the annual SummerFest  and other worthwhile efforts.
  • We are working to enhance Education by promoting opportunities to support our local schools, promoting efforts of the Business Advisory Council (a partnership between the Chamber, the City of St Marys and the St Marys City School District), and working with our educators to improve the image and opportunities at the St Marys area schools.
  • We are working to get the St Marys name out to Wright State University students, residents, prospective residents and businesses and to the world.
  • We are working to improve the Quality of Life in the St Marys Area through the support and promotion of the St Marys SummerFest, the Annual Fall Festival/Walk With Nature, Puck-i-huddle Fall Craft Show, Winter Dreams - A Holiday Tour of Homes, Rotary Parade, SMART's First Fridays, the Grand Lake Marathon and many more.
  • We are working to be the “Voice for Business” in St Marys and to keep our members informed through luncheons and forums.
  • We are working with Economic Development by building relationships, promoting our City and County through multiple marketing efforts.
  • We are a hardworking Chamber that you can be proud of being a part of!
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