All benefits are based on membership in good standing.

Business Advocacy - Actively influencing decisions within political, economic and social systems and institutions to be a champion for the business community.

Business Referral Service – Chamber member businesses are given priority when inquiries for products or services are received in the Visitor Center or Chamber office.

Networking Events - Interacting with other Chamber members and forming new business associations at Chamber sponsored events such as Business After Hours, First Fridays, Meridian Business days, and luncheons.

Communications (print & electronic) – As a Chamber member, you will receive consistent correspondence about important business issues, Chamber and community events and activities.

Ribbon Cutting / Open House – The Chamber and Chamber Ambassadors welcome new members with a Ribbon Cutting in their first year of operation. We also celebrate and recognize milestone anniversaries, changes in location, remodeling, or expansion to an additional location.

Website Listing Basic – Basic business information listed in the Chamber’s online directory.

Web Listing Categories – Members are listed under categories for ease in searching. Supporting members will receive unlimited categories in the Chamber’s online directory.

Member Recognition Window Cling – Each new member will receive a window cling to place in their place of business.

Events on Online Calendar – As a Chamber member, you have the option to submit any of your business events and activities to be included on the Chamber’s online Event Calendar.

Committee Participation – Employees of member businesses are encouraged to participate in standing committees:

• Government Affairs: This committee meets monthly and works with local, state, and national elected officials and policy makers to advocate for issues important to the business community.
• Economic Development: Working closely with other organizations throughout the region, this committee meets monthly to identify common issues and action items related to business retention and expansion, as well as business recruitment.

Chamber Board Eligibility – Only representatives from member businesses in good standing are eligible for consideration to serve on the Chamber’s Board of Directors.

Idaho Chamber Alliance Membership – Bringing the power of Idaho’s businesses together, this statewide organization provides legislative advocacy and policy education for members of more than 20 Idaho Chambers of Commerce. An annual “Chamber Days at the Legislature” event is held in January.

US Chamber Federation Partnership – Enjoy access to US Chamber small business how-to toolkits, online resources, publications, and advocacy for common business issues in Washington, D.C.

Directory Listing for Multiple Locations – Beyond your primary location, you may add other locations to our online business directory for $150 per year for each location (additional locations must be listed in the same category as the primary business).

Leadership Meridian Tuition – This 9-month program (September-May) provides professional and personal development, continuing education about issues in the region, and outstanding networking and promotional opportunities. Annual tuition is $1,000 at the Supporting tier level.

Visitor Center Advertising – Many visitors come through the Visitor Center daily seeking information about things to see, do and experience in the Treasure Valley. As a member, you have the opportunity to display business cards and brochures at no additional charge.

Table Top Tradeshow Booth – The Chamber holds semi-annual business-to-business trade shows in December and March. Up to 30 booths are available for displays and interaction with attendees. Booth cost is $150 for Supporting tier level members.

Certificate of Origin Stamp – Certificates of origin are prepared by exporting companies to show where their products were made. The Meridian Chamber is authorized to stamp and sign these documents called Certificates of Origin. There is no charge for this service.

Chamber Social Media Sites Content Posting - Members are able to submit content regarding member events or business specials to the Chamber office for posting to social media sites. All content must be approved by the Chamber.

Job Listing Submissions –Members have the ability to submit job postings through the “MemberPlus” phone app and online in the special “Job Listings” section on the Chamber website.

Hot Deals Submissions – The ability to post special offers, sales, etc. through the “MemberPlus” phone app or online in the special “Hot Deals” section on the Chamber website.

Membership Mailing List (electronic) – Request and receive one electronic (Excel) mailing list of all Chamber member businesses. (Mailing labels can be requested for an additional fee – the Chamber does not share member email addresses)

Weekly Snapshot Submissions- Members may submit business flyers to be included in the Weekly Snapshot email for $25/flyer.