Let’s Do This.
By joining the Tompkins Chamber, you are supporting our mission to foster a healthy economy, a vibrant destination, and improve quality of life in Tompkins County.
Chamber membership provides direct benefits to your business, including:
Business Advocacy
We represent your interests daily at the local, state, and federal levels. We notify you when there are opportunities for input or collaboration. See our policy priorities or request a letter of support here.
In-Person Networking Events
We foster success and collaboration. Opportunities abound for you to form new connections and business relationships:
- Network monthly during Business After Hours or Networking at Noon
- Participate in peer mentorship during quarterly Roundtables
- Celebrate and socialize during our annual events, from the Fab 5 Young Professional Awards to the Chamber Golf Tournament
View our upcoming events calendar for more.
Virtual Professional Development Programs
In partnership with member-experts we administer numerous workshops and webinars throughout the year, providing relevant information and trainings for you and your staff. Examples of popular past sessions include:
- New York State Cannabis Supply Chain Webinar
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training Series: Hosting Honest Conversations about Identity, Race and Racism
- Vaccines & Employers – What you need to know
View our upcoming events calendar for more.
Stay Informed
From member announcements to advocacy alerts, we celebrate and inform our members through our newsletter and social media feeds. To further enhance your community engagement, consider serving on one of the many committees aligned with your professional or personal interests.
Online Tools
Expand your web presence and improve your own site’s SEO with a free listing on tompkinschamber.org. List job postings, send referrals, and search our directory for new partnerships.
Exclusive Perks
Take advantage of fantastic cost savings on business services from Staples and Constant Contact, and leverage our strategic alliances with partners like the Business Council of New York State and the Better Business Bureau of Upstate New York.
Marketing & Visibility
Access a diverse group of potential customers and clients, increase your visibility, and publicly align your brand and values. We offer ribbon cutting assistance, creative member promotions in partnership with local media outlets, and a portfolio of advertising and sponsorship opportunities. View available marketing opportunities here.
New Member Kit
Begin leveraging your membership benefits right away:
- New Member shout-out linking to your website in our Chambergram newsletter, on Facebook, and on Instagram.
- Two single-use President’s Pass Networking Series Discounts applicable to Business After Hours or Networking at Noon events.
- E-mail introduction to a Chamber Ambassador. Ambassadors are members who know our organization well and will welcome you to the Chamber community!
Fifteen years ago when I started my business, the first organization I joined to support our launch and growth as a tourism business was the Chamber. From that day forward, the Chamber and Visit Ithaca have been unbelievable partners. From workshops on business functions, to opportunities for hosting guests, to direct referrals to both individual visitors through the Visitors Center and large motor coach groups through the sales group, the Chamber and Visit Ithaca have been an integral part of our business.
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We take care of our members! Did you know, 83% of Chamber members have been with the Chamber for more than 3 years? It’s true!
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Join over 700 active and courtesy Chamber members!
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Get some visibility! We routinely log over 9000 searches per year on the online Chamber directory for our member products or business services!
