Top 10 Reasons to Join the Chamber
Joining the Chamber of Commerce connects you to the people, resources, and opportunities that help your business grow and thrive in Haywood County.
1. Build Meaningful Connections
Expand your network through events like Insights & Eggs, Women in Business, ChamberConnects, The Exchange and more. Build relationships that lead to referrals, partnerships, and real business growth.
2. Increase Your Visibility
Get your business in front of the community through our website, directory, social media, and newsletter—driving awareness, credibility, and engagement.
3. Get Referrals
Businesses, visitors, and those looking to relocate contact the Chamber and look at the web site for trusted local recommendations—giving members direct referral opportunities.
4. Grow Your Business
Access tools that help you succeed—from marketing opportunities and sponsorships to member-to-member promotions, exclusive discounts, access to business resource forums, and event hosting.
5. Strengthen Your Community Presence
Show your commitment to Haywood County. Chamber membership signals trust, credibility, and leadership in the local business community. We champion a thriving, balanced business community. Your membership helps strengthen local businesses, creating a stronger economy for everyone.
6. Build Trust & Credibility
The Chamber is a trusted resource, and membership boosts your reputation. Consumers are 57% more likely to view your business positively and 63% more likely to buy from Chamber members.
7. Develop as a Leader
Take advantage of professional development opportunities, leadership programs like Leadership Haywood, and hands-on involvement that builds skills and confidence.
8. Access Member-Only Tools
Take advantage of special member-to-member discounts, member to public discounts and post or find opportunities through the Chamber’s job board—helping you save money and build your team.
9. Have a Voice
We advocate for local businesses at the regional and state level—ensuring your interests are represented where it matters most.
10. Save on Healthcare
Access Carolina Health Works, offering exclusive insurance benefits for Chamber members with 2–50 employees. Access Chamber member Health Insurance, through Blue Cross/Blue Shield's Small Business Employee Health Insurance program Carolina HealthWorks | Shop plans | Blue Cross NC
Members will have access to:
- New Member recognition on social media, and bi-monthly newsletter
- Chamber logo window decal
- Bi-Annual New Member Mingle
- Member Only Carolina Health Works, Small Business Employee Health Insurance program through BCBS of North Carolina
- Invitation to all Chamber events. Networking & relationship building opportunities and programs
- Company listing in the online membership directory
- Opportunity to host The Exchange member networking monthly event at your place of business
- Annual membership renewal recognition (digital, print, & event programming)
- Use of Chamber logo (digital and print)
- Post job openings in your business on the Chamber website to the public
- Member-to-Member discounts - Post your own and take advantage of other member discounts and deals
- Member-to-Public discounts - post your business discounts to the public
- Chamber promotion and attendance of ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings, and milestone events
- Quarterly 'Coffee & Conversation' with the Chamber President
- Submission of your company events to Community Chamber Calendar
- Opportunity to interact with local and state elected officials at the annual Elected Officials Reception
- Invitation to the Skilled Trades Alliance of the Haywood Chamber (Reserved for businesses in the Trades)
- Complimentary entry & coffee at Insights and Eggs