Member Benefits
Services to Increase the Visibility of Our Members
GIFT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Welcomed at 100+ member businesses, the Chamber’s gift certificate program affords a great way to reward your employees and keep local dollars in the hands of local Chamber members. Available in $5, $10, and $20 denominations, use them as holiday gifts, performance rewards, and other workplace incentives. Anyone may purchase Chamber gift certificates, but they may only be redeemed at participating Chamber businesses. A list of participating members may be obtained from the Chamber office or CLICK HERE.
Welcomed at 100+ member businesses, the Chamber’s gift certificate program affords a great way to reward your employees and keep local dollars in the hands of local Chamber members. Available in $5, $10, and $20 denominations, use them as holiday gifts, performance rewards, and other workplace incentives. Anyone may purchase Chamber gift certificates, but they may only be redeemed at participating Chamber businesses. A list of participating members may be obtained from the Chamber office or CLICK HERE.
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
An opportunity to host or to attend this "open house" style event. Typically held on a weeknight, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., all Chamber of Commerce members are invited to attend. A great way to display your facilities, goods and services, network with Chamber members and generate new business.
An opportunity to host or to attend this "open house" style event. Typically held on a weeknight, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., all Chamber of Commerce members are invited to attend. A great way to display your facilities, goods and services, network with Chamber members and generate new business.
CHAMBER MAIL
Quarterly bulk mail advertising program designed to promote business growth among our member organizations. Contact the Chamber for more details.
Quarterly bulk mail advertising program designed to promote business growth among our member organizations. Contact the Chamber for more details.
PUBLICATIONS
The Chamber produces and maintains several publications that are provided to members at no charge including the Discover Shelby County Ohio community image book and membership directory, Perspective monthly newsletter, Shelby County maps and phone books.
The Chamber produces and maintains several publications that are provided to members at no charge including the Discover Shelby County Ohio community image book and membership directory, Perspective monthly newsletter, Shelby County maps and phone books.
BEAUTIFICATION AWARDS
The Chamber encourages esthetic and functional business investment by recognizing outstanding business facility improvement through its Beautification Awards presented at the Chamber’s Annual Dinner. To nominate a business for this award CLICK HERE.
The Chamber encourages esthetic and functional business investment by recognizing outstanding business facility improvement through its Beautification Awards presented at the Chamber’s Annual Dinner. To nominate a business for this award CLICK HERE.
MEMBER OF THE DAY HITS 105.5 Radio Spotlight and Facebook Posting
Every Thursday the Chamber presents a brief profile of one of its member organizations on HITS 105.5 FM. This same promotional profile is published on the Hits 105.5 and Chamber Facebook pages.. In addition, Chamber members receive discounts on select radio advertising packages with HITS 105.5.
Every Thursday the Chamber presents a brief profile of one of its member organizations on HITS 105.5 FM. This same promotional profile is published on the Hits 105.5 and Chamber Facebook pages.. In addition, Chamber members receive discounts on select radio advertising packages with HITS 105.5.
BUSINESS REFERRALS
Extensive use of the Chamber’s membership directory beyond the bounds of the Chamber members, and local, state and national telephone inquiries to the Chamber office result in business referrals to Chamber members. Chamber membership is a low cost advertising package.
Extensive use of the Chamber’s membership directory beyond the bounds of the Chamber members, and local, state and national telephone inquiries to the Chamber office result in business referrals to Chamber members. Chamber membership is a low cost advertising package.
LEGAL REFERRALS
Chamber members with a particular legal concern may contact the Chamber President for a legal referral.
Chamber members with a particular legal concern may contact the Chamber President for a legal referral.
Services to Reduce Our Members Cost of Doing Business
WORKERS COMPENSATION GROUP RATING PROGRAM
Through the Chamber workers’ compensation program, your organization can significantly reduce its workers’ compensation costs through a variety of alternative rating programs. Our program, administered by Sedgwick, offers quality service and stability through the complex workers’ compensation environment. Application is fast and easy. Registration forms are available here, from the Chamber office, or though Julia Bowling at Sedgwick. Julia can be reached at (513) 218-4062 or [email protected].
CLICK HERE FOR A NO COST NO OBLIGATION QUOTE.
NOTE: In Ohio all employers with one or more employees must have coverage through the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC). Make sure that coverage is in place before hiring an employee. Discount programs are available including the BWC’s Grow Ohio Program which offers a 53% discount on your workers’ compensation premiums. To learn more and enroll contact our trusted partner Sedgwick Program Manager, Julia Bowing, at 513.218.4062 or [email protected].
Through the Chamber workers’ compensation program, your organization can significantly reduce its workers’ compensation costs through a variety of alternative rating programs. Our program, administered by Sedgwick, offers quality service and stability through the complex workers’ compensation environment. Application is fast and easy. Registration forms are available here, from the Chamber office, or though Julia Bowling at Sedgwick. Julia can be reached at (513) 218-4062 or [email protected].
CLICK HERE FOR A NO COST NO OBLIGATION QUOTE.
NOTE: In Ohio all employers with one or more employees must have coverage through the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC). Make sure that coverage is in place before hiring an employee. Discount programs are available including the BWC’s Grow Ohio Program which offers a 53% discount on your workers’ compensation premiums. To learn more and enroll contact our trusted partner Sedgwick Program Manager, Julia Bowing, at 513.218.4062 or [email protected].
MEDICAL MUTUAL GROUP HEALTH PLAN
The Chamber Group Health Insurance Plan provides quality health insurance for your employees at affordable rates. The Chamber partners with Medical Mutual of Ohio to offer a broad coverage group rating insurance program at low prices. Sold only through Chamber of Commerce member insurance agents. Telephone the Chamber for a complete list of participating agents.
The Chamber Group Health Insurance Plan provides quality health insurance for your employees at affordable rates. The Chamber partners with Medical Mutual of Ohio to offer a broad coverage group rating insurance program at low prices. Sold only through Chamber of Commerce member insurance agents. Telephone the Chamber for a complete list of participating agents.
ANTHEM SMALL GROUP HEALTH PLAN
The Chamber partners with the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance (SOCA) to offer our members a unique group health insurance option tailored for employers with 1-50 employees. SOCA BP is a Multi Employer Welfare Arrangement (MEWA) offering small employers the benefits and savings potential generally associated with self funded plans. Sole Proprietors at For Profit businesses may also find a viable solution to their need for health insurance through SOCA BP. Sold exclusively through Chamber member agents, SOCA BP also offers ancillary plans for Vision, Rx, Life, Short and Long Term Disability.
The Chamber partners with the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance (SOCA) to offer our members a unique group health insurance option tailored for employers with 1-50 employees. SOCA BP is a Multi Employer Welfare Arrangement (MEWA) offering small employers the benefits and savings potential generally associated with self funded plans. Sole Proprietors at For Profit businesses may also find a viable solution to their need for health insurance through SOCA BP. Sold exclusively through Chamber member agents, SOCA BP also offers ancillary plans for Vision, Rx, Life, Short and Long Term Disability.
PAYROLL PROCESSING
20% lifetime discount off ADP’s standard rates for payroll processing, payroll related tax filings, quarterly payroll reports, and ADP Human Resources services to companies with less than 50 employees. Special pricing for these same ADP services to companies employing 50 or more.
20% lifetime discount off ADP’s standard rates for payroll processing, payroll related tax filings, quarterly payroll reports, and ADP Human Resources services to companies with less than 50 employees. Special pricing for these same ADP services to companies employing 50 or more.
CHAMBER ENERGY & CHAMBER SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAMS
Community Energy Advisors is a Public Utilities Commission certified energy management firm that educates & empowers organizations of all sizes to maximize the economics of their energy assets. CEA offers discounts to Chamber member organizations on their purchase of electricity & natural gas both at their business and the homes of their employees. Also offered is a
comprehensive menu of energy-related sustainability solutions helping members operate more efficiently and finding affordable ways to reduce their carbon footprint thus lowering their energy consumption and reducing energy costs.
Community Energy Advisors is a Public Utilities Commission certified energy management firm that educates & empowers organizations of all sizes to maximize the economics of their energy assets. CEA offers discounts to Chamber member organizations on their purchase of electricity & natural gas both at their business and the homes of their employees. Also offered is a
comprehensive menu of energy-related sustainability solutions helping members operate more efficiently and finding affordable ways to reduce their carbon footprint thus lowering their energy consumption and reducing energy costs.
- Carbon Offsets
- Energy Efficiency Audits
- LED Lighting
- Rebates & Grants
- On-site Solar Real-time Monitoring
SHIPPING SERVICES DISCOUNTS WITH FEDEX
45% off on FedEx Express® shipping
45% off on FedEx Express international shipping
25% off on FedEx Ground® shipping
25% off on FedEx Home Delivery®
45% off on FedEx Express® shipping
45% off on FedEx Express international shipping
25% off on FedEx Ground® shipping
25% off on FedEx Home Delivery®
OUTSOURCED HR SERVICES
Through our partnership with the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance, members receive discounted rates on outsourced Human Resources services through Strategic HR. Services offered include virtual, do-it-yourself resources to assist with HR compliance OR a subscription option where a higher level of service is included that provides access to a team of HR professionals who can help guide you through more complex HR related policy decisions. LEARN MORE.
Through our partnership with the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance, members receive discounted rates on outsourced Human Resources services through Strategic HR. Services offered include virtual, do-it-yourself resources to assist with HR compliance OR a subscription option where a higher level of service is included that provides access to a team of HR professionals who can help guide you through more complex HR related policy decisions. LEARN MORE.
DOCUMENT DESTRUCTION SAVINGS WITH SHRED-IT
Members of the Sidney-Shelby County Chamber receive a 20% discount off document destruction services when setting up a new account with Shred-it. This discount applies to both regularly scheduled services as well as occasional purge services. Contact the Chamber for more information and to get your special promo code to access the discount.
Members of the Sidney-Shelby County Chamber receive a 20% discount off document destruction services when setting up a new account with Shred-it. This discount applies to both regularly scheduled services as well as occasional purge services. Contact the Chamber for more information and to get your special promo code to access the discount.
COMPLIMENTARY AD IN THE SIDNEY DAILY NEWS
New Chamber members receive one free 3 column x 5-inch print display advertisement, along with 10,000 digital impressions valued at $390.00 in the daily edition of your choice.
New Chamber members receive one free 3 column x 5-inch print display advertisement, along with 10,000 digital impressions valued at $390.00 in the daily edition of your choice.
OUTDOOR BILLBOARD ADVERTISING
10% discount on your first advertising contract with Kenjoh Outdoor and/or Giesken Outdoor. 5% off on all contracts thereafter. Kenjoh Outdoor has billboards in Sidney on State Route 47, the corner of Wapakoneta Avenue & Russell Road, and the corner of Fourth Avenue & Court Street. Giesken Outdoor has billboards along I75 between Sidney exits 90 and 92.
10% discount on your first advertising contract with Kenjoh Outdoor and/or Giesken Outdoor. 5% off on all contracts thereafter. Kenjoh Outdoor has billboards in Sidney on State Route 47, the corner of Wapakoneta Avenue & Russell Road, and the corner of Fourth Avenue & Court Street. Giesken Outdoor has billboards along I75 between Sidney exits 90 and 92.
FITNESS CLUB MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT
Your employees receive a 10% discount on their membership at Bar Bell Fitness. Open 24/7. Individual, family, and spousal membership categories available.
Your employees receive a 10% discount on their membership at Bar Bell Fitness. Open 24/7. Individual, family, and spousal membership categories available.
CONSTANT CONTACT BROADCAST EMAIL SERVICES
Members receive up to a 25% discount off broadcast email, survey, and event marketing tools that help Chamber member organizations better connect with their customers and clients. For more information go to www.ConstantContact.com/chambermembers.
Members receive up to a 25% discount off broadcast email, survey, and event marketing tools that help Chamber member organizations better connect with their customers and clients. For more information go to www.ConstantContact.com/chambermembers.
COLLEGE DISCOUNTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
Employees of member companies receive 20% tuition discounts at Franklin University for on online learning. Associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree and certificate programs available. Learn more at Franklin.edu/SSCCC.
Employees of member companies receive 20% tuition discounts at Franklin University for on online learning. Associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree and certificate programs available. Learn more at Franklin.edu/SSCCC.
THE UPS STORE
Chamber members receive a 20% discount off packaging services and packaging materials at The UPS Store in Sidney.
Chamber members receive a 20% discount off packaging services and packaging materials at The UPS Store in Sidney.
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Services to Help Our Members Make Better Decisions and Enhance Employee Development
BUSINESS SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS, & WEBINARS
The Chamber conducts educational and seminar events throughout the year on a variety of business related topics.
The Chamber conducts educational and seminar events throughout the year on a variety of business related topics.
HUMAN RESOURCES COUNCIL
The Chamber's Human Resources Council is comprised of Chamber member employees who have responsibility for managing their company's Human Resources function. They meet monthly to address common topics of mutual interest. An biennial survey of wages and benefits in Shelby County and surrounding counties is conducted and published for the benefit of Chamber members.
The Chamber's Human Resources Council is comprised of Chamber member employees who have responsibility for managing their company's Human Resources function. They meet monthly to address common topics of mutual interest. An biennial survey of wages and benefits in Shelby County and surrounding counties is conducted and published for the benefit of Chamber members.
SAFETY COUNCIL
The Chamber of Commerce partners with the Ohio Division of Safety and Hygiene to host speakers and seminars on safety related issues designed to enhance safe working environments. Chamber members are recognized annually for outstanding safety records, programs and achievements.
The Chamber of Commerce partners with the Ohio Division of Safety and Hygiene to host speakers and seminars on safety related issues designed to enhance safe working environments. Chamber members are recognized annually for outstanding safety records, programs and achievements.
YPconnect
Open to Shelby County area young professionals ages 21 to 40, their mission is to connect and inspire young professionals to go forth and invigorate our community and to help area young professionals get to know each other and build new networks locally..
Open to Shelby County area young professionals ages 21 to 40, their mission is to connect and inspire young professionals to go forth and invigorate our community and to help area young professionals get to know each other and build new networks locally..
BUSINESS LEGISLATIVE ADVOCATE
The Chamber of Commerce constantly monitors business related legislative activity at the national, state and local level. Chamber members are notified of critical issues affecting the business community. The Chamber is a collective legislative advocate for its members and maintains excellent working relationships with local, state and nationally elected officials representing Shelby County.
The Chamber of Commerce constantly monitors business related legislative activity at the national, state and local level. Chamber members are notified of critical issues affecting the business community. The Chamber is a collective legislative advocate for its members and maintains excellent working relationships with local, state and nationally elected officials representing Shelby County.
WAGE AND BENEFITS ASSISTANCE
Members may consult the Chamber President for assistance in determining how their business fares with regard to area wages and benefits.
Members may consult the Chamber President for assistance in determining how their business fares with regard to area wages and benefits.
BUSINESS START UP SERVICES
The Chamber offers guidance and counseling to local residents interested in starting a new business in Shelby County.
The Chamber offers guidance and counseling to local residents interested in starting a new business in Shelby County.
BUSINESS CONSULTATIONS
The Chamber offers consultation assistance to member businesses on a variety of business related topics.
The Chamber offers consultation assistance to member businesses on a variety of business related topics.
LEADERSHIP SHELBY COUNTY
The Chamber conducts a regionally recognized leadership-training program that prepares participants to assume leadership roles within Shelby County’s numerous community organizations.
The Chamber conducts a regionally recognized leadership-training program that prepares participants to assume leadership roles within Shelby County’s numerous community organizations.
Services to Support Education and Promote Workforce Preparedness in Our Community
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOUNDATION
Through the generosity of its membership, the Chamber’s Charitable Foundation funds numerous community and education enrichment projects each year. Grant funding from the Chamber Foundation helps ensure today's students are well-prepared to one day enter the workplace of our members.
Through the generosity of its membership, the Chamber’s Charitable Foundation funds numerous community and education enrichment projects each year. Grant funding from the Chamber Foundation helps ensure today's students are well-prepared to one day enter the workplace of our members.
Other Services
COMMUNITY REPRESENTATION
The Chamber ’s Board of Directors and Staff represent Chamber members on key community and business development organizations throughout Shelby County such as the Sidney Shelby Economic Partnership, Community Improvement Corporation of Sidney Ohio, and Shelby County United Way. An excellent working rapport is maintained with the City of Sidney Council, Sidney City Manager, Village Administrators, and Shelby County Commissioners.
The Chamber ’s Board of Directors and Staff represent Chamber members on key community and business development organizations throughout Shelby County such as the Sidney Shelby Economic Partnership, Community Improvement Corporation of Sidney Ohio, and Shelby County United Way. An excellent working rapport is maintained with the City of Sidney Council, Sidney City Manager, Village Administrators, and Shelby County Commissioners.
EXPORT PAPER DOCUMENTATION SERVICE
Free to Chamber of Commerce members, $30.00 per document for non-Chamber members.
Free to Chamber of Commerce members, $30.00 per document for non-Chamber members.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The Chamber partners with key community organizations to further the economic development of Shelby County including the Sidney-Shelby Economic Partnership (located in the Chamber office), Community Improvement Corporation, city, village and county governments.
The Chamber partners with key community organizations to further the economic development of Shelby County including the Sidney-Shelby Economic Partnership (located in the Chamber office), Community Improvement Corporation, city, village and county governments.