Membership in The Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Development Corporation demonstrates that you value professional and ethical business practices and place a priority on serving your customers. By having a stake in the community in which you live, membership exhibits your pride in the community and shows that you care about the individuals you serve through your business.

At the Chamber & Downtown we distribute hundreds of welcome packets each year and receive thousands of requests for recommendations on lodging, recreation, goods, and professional services. We are proud to quickly refer our Chamber Members to these newcomers, visitors, and area residents. Our website is also a great resource for individuals looking to purchase goods and services in our area. Over 40% of all visitors to www.macombareachamber.com visit the members page where they are able to find the name, address, and location of our members well as a direct links to their website and e-mail.

Membership Benefits Include:

• Listing in the Community and Membership Directory
• Subscription to the Macomb Area Advantage
• Listing on our website with web & e-mail links
• Opportunity to enroll in our Gift Certificate Program
• Community Calendar
• Quarterly Educational Seminars
• Invitation to the annual Chamber & Downtown Annual Meeting
• Ability to enroll in our Welcome Program
• Ability to host and participate in Business After Hours
• Opportunity to voice opinions and make suggestions regarding local and regional concerns as a Committee Member
• Opportunity to participate in Legislative Day in Springfield
• Opportunity to attend the Legislative Luncheon
• Ability to participate in the Community Leadership Academy
• Opportunity to be a part of our Community Calling Tree
• Inclusion in our MacPac's, a relocation kit given out to over 350 people per year considering Macomb as their new residence.
• Opportunity to display your business cards and brochures in our office
• Opportunity to participate in a variety of our Promotions and Events

The Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce & Downtown Development Corporation is partner with the following organizations:

• State of Illinois Chamber of Commerce
• US Chamber of Commerce
• Illinois Main Street
• Corridor 67 Supporters
• McDonough County Farm Bureau
• Illinois Farm Bureau
• National Federation of Independent Business
• Illinois Retail Merchants Association
• Lamoine Valley Realtors
• Tri-State Development Summit