Congratulations! You are about to enter one of the most promising partnerships of your business experience. We're continually working to support our more than 1,100 members with the resources they need for growth and success, and we'd like to serve you, too.

We exist to produce a positive climate for individuals who want to do business in the Peoria area. It is the presence, perspective and participation of a wide variety of businesses that allows us to offer the best possible service to our members and the community they call home.

Our goal is to offer opportunities that are of value to everyone. To introduce ourselves, we've prepared the following overview of our services and programs.

Networking and High Visibility
These Chamber benefits are major players in the game of success. It happens naturally in the course of working side by side with other business representatives to better our community -- but there are also several ways we directly help you increase both your contacts and your recognition:

• www.peoriachamber.org


• The Chamber Report


• The Chamber Communicator 


• Business After Hours


• Ribbon Cuttings & Ground Breakings


• The Business Showcase


• Member to Member Marketplace 


• The Annual Chamber Golf Outing


• Advertising and Sponsorships

Reliable Information
We're constantly working to keep our members informed and educated in order to help shape what happens -- not just take what happens.

• Legislative Briefings


• The Annual Meeting and Community Thanksgiving Luncheon


• The Education, Business Advocacy, Transportation, Membership and Marketing Committees


• Distribution of information from US and State Chambers


• HealthCare Reform Updates

Education & Leadership
The Chamber offers many opportunities to become involved with various activities. Remember the Chamber provides the vehicle for participation, but taking an active part in these programs makes our organization work for you.

• Seminars & Workshops


• Community Leadership School


• Social Media for Business Sessions 


• Committee Involvement


• Adopt-A-School & Career Academies


• Ambassador Program

Join the Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce by calling Kylie Rupe at 309.258.1329 or emailing her at krupe@chamber.h-p.org

The Peoria Area Chamber is also pleased to announce that upon joining, you receive free advertising! Offset the cost of your Peoria Area Chamber Membership with a certificate for free advertising in the Journal Star! Redeem your certificate within 3 months for Display Advertising in the Journal Star. For more information contact Kylie Rupe, krupe@chamber.h-p.org

Click on the following links to view other Chamber Membership Benefits:

Staples Offers Office Supply Item Discounts

Advertiser Offer from ExplorePeoria.com

Save Money on Electricity Costs by Joining the Chamber's Electricity Cooperative

If after reading about the benefits of Chamber membership, you'd like to join, please click here.