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Since 1977, the Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce has been a voluntary, member-supported organization of business, industrial and professional people who are dedicated to developing, promoting and maintaining a sound and healthy economic climate for Upper Arlington. The Chamber is a non-profit organization comprised of more than 400 area businesses who support our growing organization and who work together to enhance the Upper Arlington area business community. The Chamber promotes the development, retention and expansion of area businesses by providing its members with marketing opportunities, benefit programs and community advocacy.

What We Do

An investment in the Chamber of Commerce is an investment in your business, and the community. We strive to:

• Strengthen your ability to reach new customers
• Provide access to networking opportunities
• Create a platform for your business' voice
• Engage you in responsible and sustainable growth
• Provide an opportunity for continued education
• Present marketing opportunities and partnerships for exposure to key markets
• Incentivize local member to member business
• Provide resources and expertise to maximize business success

Who Joins the Chamber?

Members include businesses of all sizes, from one-person shops to large corporations. Approximately 30% of our members reside outside of Upper Arlington.

What's In It for Me?

When you join the Upper Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce, you are investing in your business's future as well as the future of Upper Arlington. Through the Chamber, you can broaden your business contacts and referrals, enhance your leadership and professional skills, and participate in projects that make a difference to our business community.

Your Chamber Membership Investment:

• Strengthens your ability to reach new customers
• Provides access to great networking opportunities
• Creates a voice for your business
• Places you at the fore front of responsible business growth
• Helps you become involved in the community
• Gives you an opportunity for continued education
• Presents unique possibilities for member-to-member business

We offer different membership levels to meet your business needs and different degrees of involvement.

Gain a Marketing Edge

Market, promote and brand your business through:

• www.uachamber.org– Our website receives more than 5000 visits per month. We are #1 on Google search phrase: "Upper Arlington Business".
• Upper Arlington Community Guide and Business Directory.
• UA Business Monthly News - Delivered to more than 21,000 households and 8,000 Columbus Dispatch subscribers.
• Weekly Chamber E-Newsletter.
• Special opportunities through sponsorship and participation in events such as the Taste of UA, Golf Classic at OSU, Annual Celebration/Business Expo, "Ask the Expert" series, The Community Marketplace Event, 100 Best Gift Ideas program and many more!

Learn and Stay Informed

Stay informed regarding issues impacting your business and the future of the community, city and region through the Chamber's website, events, UA Business Monthly newspaper and Chamber Connection e-mails.

• Our Business Advisory program provides one-on-one assistance for business development.
• Participate in "Ask the Expert" lunch and learn series.
• Roundtables offer members a unique opportunity to be part of the business discussion.

Ambassador Program

For marketing with a more personal touch, the Membership / Ambassador Program targets membership each month and conducts outreach to the community.

Learn and Stay Informed

"Ask the Expert" series. Professional development events address key topics and issues important to your business and provide opportunity to interact with other business professionals addressing same issues.

Stay informed regarding issues impacting your business and the future of the community, city and region through our events and chamber website, UA Business newspaper, WUAR Radio and Chamber Connection e-mails

Advocacy / Government Affairs

The Chamber is a strong advocate for its broad and diverse member businesses. It monitors local, state and national issues on behalf of your business and builds relationships with community and industry leaders throughout our region in order to advocate for and strengthen the economic vitality and enhance the quality of life and business in this area.

Save $$

Member businesses and organizations can take advantage of discount programs for Group Health Insurance, Worker's Compensation and Office Supplies and Furniture.

Premier Membership $595.00

Cast a wider net and start strengthening your relationships with the Chamber business community. Gain greater visibility by being a featured member through our media partners and online marketing strategies. Receive free admission to lunches and events, and an invitation to be part of our master minds. Become a featured member today.

Classic Membership $325.00

When your business needs more exposure. Includes Basic membership benefits plus:

Basic Membership $195.00

A great introduction to the advantages of membership.

Friend of the Chamber $75.00