Creating a Strong Local Economy

• Chamber member business referrals in response to the many phone calls, email, web site and walk-in inquires received.
• Professional and business development seminars to improve your business’s bottom line and help grow your business.
• Leadership Albany offers an overview of the Albany area to inform and educate business leaders while building their leadership skills.
• Chamber Dollars, Chamber wide gift certificate program.
• Monthly newsletter, the Chamber Network, filled with current business news and information on Chamber and community activities.
• Business Intelligence Report with important business tips delivered with your Chamber Network.
• Free listings in the annual Power Book (Membership & Buyers Guide) and on the Chamber web site.
• Sponsorship and advertising opportunities that promote your business through exclusive Chamber publications, promotions, programs and events.
• Opportunity to place your promotional pieces in the Chamber’s brochure and card racks.

Representing the Interests of Business with Government

• The Governmental Affairs Committee monitors and takes positions on business interests and issues at local, state  and federal levels.
• General Membership forums and other meetings with local, state and national officials.
• Biennial voter pamphlet on candidates and/or issues.
• The affiliated Good Government Council endorses local candidates.

Providing Over 100 Annual Networking Opportunities

• Monthly Membership Forums with outstanding guest speakers on important topics of interest.
• Monthly Business After Hours to showcase area businesses.
• Weekly business visits by the Greeters Committee.
• Quarterly Women in Business Luncheons and Emerging Leaders events.
• Variety of Special Networking Events: DSA Banquet, Spring Golf Tournament, Albany Business Extravaganza, Ag Appreciation Breakfast, and more.

Services Provided by the Chamber