Member Benefits

The chamber is always at work pulling together the diverse interests of office holders, business leaders, educators, youth professionals and small business owners form a dynamic community. The Defiance Area Chamber of Commerce:

    • Is a referral agency for its members
    • Is an open forum to discuss and identify community needs and directions
    • Acts as a respected voice of advocacy for business and education in Defiance County
    • Is a source of information where community data is collected, updated and made available as requested

Did you Know....
The Chamber's website is the best source for business information in your area and receives great natural website traffic. You reach a targeted and engaged audience when you advertise with the Chamber.
Chamber advertising is the most affordable use of your marketing dollars. The Chamber's website helps get you in front of the most relevant and active prospects for your business which means great ROI for you!
The Chamber of Commerce has been a trusted brand for hundreds of years. When potential buyers know that a business is a member of the chamber, they are 63% more likely to purchase goods or services from the company in the future.

Program Benefits
The Chamber's benefit programs help businesses save money. Following is a list of the Chamber benefits we offer that help you add "value" while cutting cost. For more information contact the chamber at 419-782-7946.

    • AAA Northwest Ohio

    • Auto-Owners Insurance (Special Savings)

    • MetaLINK Technologies Bundle

    • Health Insurance Programs

    • Group Life & Disability Income Insurance Program

    • Workers' Compensation Pooling Groups

    • Chamber Energy Solution Program


Promote Your Business Through Events and Services

Business After Hours
The Chamber hosts multiple after-hours networking events throughout the year, designed for members to meet and build relationshps with business representatives from companies and organizations representing a variety of industries.Be sure to bring plenty of business cards and join us for great food, drinks, giveaways and great networking.

Advertising & Sponsorship
Consider our cost-effective advertising and event sponsorships as an option when planning your company's marketing budget. Multiple opportunities for exposure include the Chamber's newsletter, Community Guide and Member Directory, fundraising events, Business After Hours, business card display at the Chamber office, etc. Contact the Chamber for information and availability.

Clear Channel Broadcasting (New Members Only)
As a new member of the chamber, Clear Channel Broadcasting has offered our new members a certificate worth $300 of advertising on the radio (you must spend $300 to get the additional $300 value of the certificate). This is a value of $300, just for joining the chamber!

The Crescent New (New Members Only)
As a new member of the chamber and just like the Clear Channel Broadcasting offer; the Crescent News has offered our new members a certificate worth $300 of advertising in the paper (you must spend $300 to get the additional $300 value of the certificate). This is a value of $300, just for joining the chamber!

Constant Contact
Constant Contact is the leader in e-mail and social media marketing for small businesses. We use Constant Contact for our online marketing. By signing up through this link or calling 866-289-2101, you can save up to 25% off of your account! If you already have an existing account, simply e-mail your username to chamberprogram@constantcontact.com.

Membership Decal
A Chamber of Commerce decal is presented for each member company to display. This decal symbolizes your business's commitment to the Defiance community.

Business Directory
Each company will receive a free listing in the Business Directory on the Chamber website.

Referral Requests
Referral requests get your company's name out to those in need of your goods or services. The chamber receives hundreds of business referral requests each year and we only recommend our members.

Coupons
Our members can make and market coupons through the Chamber website that are visible to both members and the community. Would you like to do a one day or monthly special? Whatever your preference, we can facilitate your business.

Community Calendar
We are becoming a one stop location for Defiance area activities. You now have the ability to add events to our community calendar by submitting an event. We are opening our doors to enhance communication within the community.

Special Ceremonies
The chamber arranges "special" ceremonies such as ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings and dedications to spotlight your businesses accomplishments. Contact the Chamber for additional information.

Your Business Could Also Be Here:
Do you have a service or a product that you would like to make available to the entire membership at a special rate that the general public can't access? Call the Chamber of Commerce to find out how you can be a part of the benefits program.

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