Membership in the Albany Area Chamber provides you with many opportunities to be involved. Visit our Membership Benefits page to see how your membership can benefit you for participating in events.
Please visit the Chamber Calendar to see all upcoming events.
Signature Programming & Events
Chamber Greeters
Chamber Greeters is our weekly, members-only, business networking opportunity. Held Thursday mornings from 8:00 to 9:15 AM at rotating business locations, it gives members a platform to showcase their business, strengthen relationships, and grow their professional network.
Albany Business Extravaganza
The Albany Area Chamber proudly hosts one of the region’s largest trade shows. More than 1,200 attendees eagerly come to the show floor to see the Albany Business Extravaganza’s 120 + exhibitors. Extravaganza experts know trade shows offer high levels of visibility for businesses and sponsors.
Membership Forums
Our Membership Forum lunch speaker series convenes business professionals and local leaders to explore current issues, key initiatives, and topics that matter to both the business community and the region as a whole.
Our series runs monthly, September – June, 11:30 - 1:00pm, at the Linn County Expo Center.
Next Membership Forum - Wednesday, May 27th - Register Here
Business Unwind
Business Unwind is our monthly after-hours networking social, where members and guests come together for a hosted open house. It’s an opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, enjoy food and beverages and learn more about the host business.
Interested in getting on our 2026-27 host calendar? Contact Jadyn for available dates.
Golf Tournament
This foursome scramble tournament features 18 holes of fun, with sponsors throughout the course offering food, giveaways, and chances to win prizes. Host a team of clients, customers, or employees and enjoy a day of friendly competition while strengthening professional relationships.
Teams & sponsors welcome!
Golf Team Registration - June 5th
Hole/Tee Sponsorship - June 5th
Distinguished Service Awards Gala
Each year we honor deserving individuals, businesses and organizations who contribute their time, talent, and treasure to helping our local communities thrive. For over 80 years we have been telling their stories.
Who do you see making an impact? Who are the unsung heroes? The leaders? The givers?
Join us March 13, 2027 to celebrate with us!
Emerging Leaders
Emerging Leaders is designed for young professionals and rising leaders, offering a space for personal and professional growth, leadership development, and meaningful connections. Through educational programming, networking opportunities, and insights from experienced professionals, participants build skills and a strong, supportive peer network.
Next Emerging Leaders - Wednesday, June 10th
Women in Business
Women in Business brings together a diverse community of professional women who support and inspire one another’s growth and success. Members build meaningful relationships, share resources, and learn together through conversations focused on topics unique to women in the workplace.
Save the Date: Women In Business - Summer Soiree, August 5 | 6-8PM
Chamber Programs
Ambassadors
Now Accepting Applications
Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arm of the Chamber. They represent the Chamber and their business when attending ribbon cutting ceremonies, open houses, Business Unwind, and other Chamber events.
Leadership Albany
Leadership Albany is an intensive, 9-month program (1 full day per month) devoted to strengthening and educating emerging and experienced leaders. The program provides in-depth insights into the major systems that contribute to the patterns of life here and a variety of issues impacting business and the community.
Governmental Affairs
Our Chamber mission is to serve as the Business and Community Advocate, for our area. The Governmental Affairs Committee (GAC) meets monthly to discuss, learn about, and respond to issues impacting our business community and local quality of life, by facilitating engagement between the GAC and local, state, and federal legislators, and encouraging pro-business policy.
Youth Leadership
The Albany Chamber Youth Leadership program is designed to instill hope, inspire vision, and open the doors of opportunity and involvement for today’s student population. Each year 24 high school students are challenged learn about our regions and it's systems, strengthen their communication and problem-solving skills, and embrace opportunities for community-focused service and engagement.