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Join the Chamber!

Company Size*
Dues
1
$250.00
2-5
$300.00
6-15
$375.00
16-30
$475.00
31-100
$600.00
101-200
$775.00
201-500
$950.00
501-800
$1,350.00
801+
$1725.00

*Company size is the total number of owners and/or employees

Employee description: One Full Time Employee and/or FTE Equivalent
(Two part-time employees = one Full Time Employee).


Not-for-Profit Memberships: $137.00

Real Estate Agents or Second Business: $176.00


Semi-annual or quarterly payments incur a $5.00 per payment charge.


There is a one-time $25.00 administration fee for new accounts.

ELIGIBILITY

Any business or professional that is interested in increasing their business contacts through after hours mixers, network groups and other networking events along with marketing and advertising opportunities through various Chamber publications, programs and events that improve the quality of life for employees and residents alike, is eligible to be a member of the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce. The investment schedule is designed to permit even the smallest business to be a member.

We call it membership … our members call it partnership. As partners, we work for the same goal: to make Crystal Lake a better place to live, work, visit and do business.


INVESTMENT

The investment in a Crystal Lake Chamber membership may be paid on an annual, semi-annual or quarterly basis and is based on company employee size. Payment may be made by check, cash or credit card. Members also have the convenient option of using their credit card on the Chamber's secure site. Members can just click on the "Pay Online" option at the top of this page and use VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER, or AMERICAN EXPRESS.

Invest in a progressive Chamber. Become a member today!


MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

You can download the membership brochure here. The completed form can be mailed with payment to the Chamber. You may also complete the form and fax with a credit card to 815-459-0243.

Contact the chamber office, and we will be pleased to answer any questions or to assist with completing the form.

As a new member, you will receive:
  • Business Directory listing at www.clchamber.com, creating an immediate internet link to your company and your products and services

  • Chamber coordinated groundbreakings, grand openings, and ribbon cutting ceremonies

  • An invitation to special get-together events for new members

  • A Membership list for mailing

  • Recognition at the weekly Chamber business-after-hours mixers

  • Special listing in our bi-monthly newsletter, News & Views, distributed to almost 10,000 local residents and businesses

  • Weekly News & Views Express newsletter for current programs, mixers and other date sensitive material

  • One Year Subscription to Inc. magazine ($10 value) Click Here for refund details

  • Referral Network Groups

  • Business Builders: morning and noon educational seminars with continental breakfast or box lunch

  • Referrals from phone, walk-in and email requests

  • Display center for member business cards and literature


ENHANCED MEMBERSHIPS

The Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce provides businesses and the community in general with programs that meet a variety of needs.

Meeting these needs can be challenging. With this in mind, our Board of Directors approved an opportunity for members to increase their support of the Chamber’s mission.

Premier, Platinum, Platinum Plus, and Emerald enhanced membership levels are voluntary cash investments above and beyond regular membership dues. The funds from your additional investment help our Chamber provide new opportunities and benefits for our members while continuing to support program development.

The advantages offered are many when adding your name to the list of Premier, Platinum, Platinum Plus, & Emerald members!


PREMIER MEMBERS
Premier members invest twice the amount of their regular dues annually and receive the following benefits for one full year:

  • Signage recognition at EXPO ($100)
  • Special listing in News & Views ($50)
  • Premier member link on the homepage of Chamber’s website ($100)
  • Highlighted company listing in the website directory ($50)
  • Special listing in the annual Community Guide ($100)
  • Discount on Leaders in Action leadership symposium ($50)
  • Program recognition at the Annual Awards Dinner ($50)
  • Two free tickets to a Chamber sponsored luncheon, breakfast, or the annual Picnic ($25)

    Total value = $525

    PLATINUM MEMBERS

    Platinum members invest between $500-$1,499 annually over and above their dues. They receive all the benefits of the Premier Members for one full year PLUS the following:

  • Platinum member link on the homepage of the Chamber’s website($100)
  • Company logo website tile ad (120x90) on select web pages on the Chamber’s website ($130)
  • Corporate Sponsorship for one of these events: Picnic, Community Harvest, or Community Cleanup ($100)
  • Advanced Booth Registration for EXPO (priceless)
  • 1/8 page “Platinum Spotlight” in the News and Views Newsletter ($175)

    Total Value = $1,030


    PLATINUM PLUS MEMBERS - limited to 15

    Platinum Plus members invest between $1,500 -$2,999 annually over and above their dues. They receive all the benefits of Premier and Platinum Members PLUS the following:

  • Listing on the homepage of the Chamber website ($250)
  • Company logo website tile ad (120x90) on the Members in the News or Member Events webpage on the Chamber’s website ($255)
  • Special listing on the inside front cover of News and Views Newsletter ($200)
  • Designated hole sponsor at the Chamber Golf Outing ($150)
  • Membership list for mailing every month if requested ($60x12months= $720)
  • Exclusive to only 15 Platinum Plus Members

    Total Value = $3,130


    EMERALD MEMBERS - limited to 3

    Emerald Chamber members voluntarily contribute $3000.00 annually in addition to their dues. They receive all Premier, Platinum and Platinum Plus member benefits for one full year PLUS the following:

  • Special listing on the inside front cover of the bi-monthly News & Views ($250)
  • Banner ad on each page of the Chamber website business directory ($995)
  • Your logo on your company's listing on the Chamber website business directory ($50)
  • Identification as a co-sponsor of the Chamber's Annual Awards Dinner ($500)
  • A tent at the Chamber's Family Picnic for your company ($75)

  • Total Value = $5,000

    DIAMOND MEMBER - limited to 1 - SOLD

    Diamond Chamber member voluntarily contributes $5000.00 annually in addition to their dues. They receive all Platinum, Platinum Plus and Emerald member benefits for one full year PLUS the following:

  • Co-sponsor of the Crystal Lake Chamber annual EXPO
  • Receive a free EXPO booth






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    Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce
    427 W. Virginia St. Crystal Lake, IL 60014
    phone: 815.459.1300 fax: 815.459.0243
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