Member Benefits

The Chamber of Commerce is organized for the purpose of being a proactive advocate for the business and professional organizations of Middletown, Monroe and Trenton areas. The Chamber is dedicated to developing, nurturing and protecting a positive economic climate favorable to the business and professional communities. The Chamber will be a provider of cutting edge member services. The highest priority efforts or initiatives of the Chamber are Economic Development, Legislative and Government Affairs and Education.

Joining the Chamber of Commerce is easy! Simply fill out our online membership application at www.thechamberofcommerce.org or call 513) 422-4551.

Each member has a different reason for joining the Chamber. Some of the benefits of joining include:

• Compensation Consultants, Inc. – (CCI) Worker’s Compensation Group rated program
• Certifichecks – Gift certificate program
• Ellaince – Offers online surveys, email, newsletters & more
• Health Insurance – Health care plan for small or large businesses
• Dental Insurance – Superior Dental Care
• Business Information – Directories, Mailing Lists & more
• Networking Opportunities – Network with area businesses
• Educational Opportunities – Classes, Seminars & Workshops
• Volunteer Opportunities – Join a Chamber Committee
• Sponsorships – Sponsor a Chamber Event
• Telecom Savings – Wireless, Mobile web and Internet dialup savings
• Advocacy – The Chamber is your Business Advocate

Dues are based on the number of full-time employees in your company, with 3 exceptions: Financial Institutions,  Public Utilities/Publishers and Non-Profit & Not-for-Profit. Minimum Chamber dues are $315 base dues plus $6.50 per each full-time employee (three part-time employees equal one full-time). Chamber dues are deductible for federal income tax purposes as a business expense.

Chamber dues for Financial Institutions:
Banks $41 per million in dollars
Credit Unions $22 per million in deposits
Savings & Loans $22 per million in deposits
(Minimum of $500 for financial institutions)

Chamber dues for Public Utilities/Publishers
$.11 per meter, trunk line, subscriber in The Chamber of Commerce

Non-Profit & Not-for-Profit
Flat rate $315 – Churches & Government Units
Limited to one mailing representative. Additional mailings available at $6.50 per representative

Retirees (Individual/Non-Business) $100.00

Chamber dues are based on the number of full-time equivalent employees in your company. If your company has full-time and part-time employees, use this formula to determine your number of full-time equivalent employees:

Total hours paid per week / 40 hours = full-time equivalent employees

When a company joins the Chamber, they pay one full year’s dues, regardless of the date they join. All membership renewals are billed on a quarterly basis closest to your membership joining date.

We currently have more than 480 members.

The Chamber of Commerce serving Middletown, Monroe and Trenton offices are located in downtown Middletown.

1500 Central Avenue
Middletown, Ohio 45044
(513) 422-4551, Fax: (513) 422-6831

The Middletown Convention & Visitors Bureau is a great source of information if you’re planning a trip to Middletown. www.visitmiddletown.org.

To look up a company, go to our website: www.thechamberofcommerce.org, click on members directory.

Your company information may change due to a move, new personnel or addition of a web site. If any of your company information changes, use our email: info@thechamberofcommerce.org to let us know.

Yes! Volunteering for the Chamber is a great way to network with other members, contribute to the community and have fun all at the same time. There are numerous committees and events that need volunteer support.

Visit our website: www.thechamberofcommerce.org to view the on-line events calendar.

Contact our staff at (513) 422-4551 for more information or visit our website.