Why Join Our Chamber
Find Connections at Every Event
Members of the Quad County African-American Chamber of Commerce (QCAACC) become part of a network of companies and businesses.
You engage with policy-makers and business leaders across the quad counties and beyond. In addition to valuable marketing opportunities, members participate in programs that enables them to build powerful connections that help your business grow.
QCAA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Join our leading business organization for African American small business owners and entrepreneurs within the (4) Quad Counties of Illinois (Kane, Kendall, Will, DuPage). Our focus is to maximize the profitability of our business communities while enhancing the quality of life for our citizens.
CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Business Expansion You Will Love
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Business Networking
Take advantage of our Business After-Hours networking opportunities. It's about making valuable connections, gaining inspiration, learning about the industry, and not just exchanging contact information, a business card, or a piece of content.
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Business Promotion
Take advantage of the opportunities to network and sponsor our monthly Business Before Hours events; your business will be listed as well annually in our online membership directory that is shared throughout our entire network.
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Business Referrals
As Chamber a member, your business will be listed in the membership directory. You will be invited to make new-member announcements & share your information in our new member packet as well as spotlighted in our monthly newsletter.
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Business Education Support
Our Chamber advocates for your business to assure opportunities & resources are available to grow & develop your business. We work closely with local, state, and federal officials to pass legislation favorable to businesses.
Our Experience is Your Investment
Sponsorship Opportunities
We have corporate and small business sponsorship packages for our members to become involved through our networking programs such as our Business Before Hours, Business After Hours, Women of Influence events, Annual Jazz Brunch & Scholarship Awards program, and our Annual Quad County Golf Classic.
Most successful companies invest in their people with emphasis on training and development. As a small business owner, you may not always have access to resources.
The Quad County African American Chamber of Commerce (QCAACC) will be your resource.
Expand your knowledge in areas of finance, legislative affairs, or technology, the QCAACC provides Resources, Workshops, Summits, and Lunch & Learn opportunities.
If you are interested in maximizing your investment with the Chamber and learning more about the opportunities available, please contact us via phone or email.
The Quad County African American Chamber of Commerce (QCAACC) can be a resource opportunity to expand your knowledge in the areas of business finance, marketing, social media, technology, or legislative affairs. We provide tools that allow you to work on your business, not just in your business.
*Three Great Reasons to Join the QCAACC:
01 NETWORKING:
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Meet and interact with other business owners and potential corporate and municipal clients.
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65% of chamber members are more likely to buy from other members.
02 ENHANCE YOUR EDUCATION:
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Workshops and events addressing topics affecting business owners.
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59% of chamber members stated the Chamber increased their awareness.
03 INCREASE VISIBILITY & BOTTOM LINE:
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Become a part of an established business organization in the community.
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82% believe Chambers impact the economy.
*Data source 2012 The Schapiro Group national survey
MEMBERSHIP LEVELS & BENEFITS
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CORPORATE MEMBERSHIPS
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One year Chamber membership
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Receives certificate with letter from Chairman
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Receives listing in online membership directory
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Opportunity for 3 eNewsletter Spotlights About Your Company
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Company can have 5 employees attend a Chamber function (excludes fundraisers) at Chamber 20% discount rate.
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Advertising in membership directory at 50% discount rate
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Free attendance to Business Networking Events
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Information retrieval and access to valuable business database
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SOLE PROPRIETORSHIPS
(Less than 50 employees)
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One year Chamber membership
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Receives certificate with letter from Chairman
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Receives listing in online membership directory
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20% discount on seminars and workshops
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Information retrieval and access to valuable business database
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Receives monthly E-newsletter
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Opportunity for an eNewsletter Spotlight About Your Business
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Fifty percent discount for Business Networking Events
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NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
(Less than 50 employees)
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One year Chamber membership
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Receives certificate with letter from Chairman
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Receives listing in online membership directory
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20% discount on seminars and workshops
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Information retrieval and access to valuable business database
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Receives monthly E-newsletter
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Opportunity for an eNewsletter Spotlight About Your Business
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Fifty percent discount for Business Networking Events
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FRIENDS OF THE CHAMBER
(A non-business or organization individual. The person believes in the mission and goals of the QCAACC)
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One year Chamber membership
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Receives certificate with letter from Chairman
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Receives listing in online membership directory
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Opportunity for 3 eNewsletter Spotlights About Your Company
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Company can have 5 employees attend a Chamber function (excludes fundraisers) at Chamber 20% discount rate.
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Advertising in membership directory at 50% discount rate
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Free attendance to Business Networking Events
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Information retrieval and access to valuable business database