2022 Membership Types & Fees
Our basic Business Member dues are determined by number of employees and include traditional member benefits.
New for 2022, we offer Investor-level memberships for new or renewing members: Community Leader and Business Builder.
See below for details on the enhanced benefits offered with these new Investor categories.
All membership renewals are billed on an annual basis. $25.00 one-time processing fee for new members.
Business Membership Information
Annual business membership is based on the number of full-time or full-time equivalent employees (FTEs). FTEs include regular employees, owners, managers, licensees, agents and commissioned sales people.
Full-time staff count as one FTE each. Part-time staff count as hours worked divided by full-time hours. Example: 3 full-time employees and 4 part-time employees equals 5 FTEs.
2022 Basic Business Membership Fees
Number of Employees | Fee |
1-5 | $365 |
6-20 | $495 |
21+ | $810 |
New! 2022 Business Builder & Community Leader
We are piloting two investor categories for 2022.
Business Builder and Community Leader are investor-level memberships. Investors receive additional Chamber-aided promotional opportunities. Imagine combining all the benefits of a regular membership with an effective targeted marketing campaign designed to increase your visibility and brand year-round plus extra access for team members.
Community Leader $3600 per year:
You aim to be viewed as a top business leader in the community, known and respected for giving back and working toward the betterment of Mercer Island. Your investment fuels our work to build a sustainable community where business thrives. And we’ll give you some great perks along the way.
Business Builder $1080 per year:
You receive exclusive opportunities to promote your services, connect with key leaders in our local community, and a team dedicated to navigating the complexities of growing your business.
Benefits are listed below.
Membership Benefit | Traditional Member | Business Builder $1080 | Community Leader $3600 | |
1. | Invitation to all Chamber events | ★ | ★ | ★ |
2. | Membership window cling | ★ | ★ | ★ |
3. | Monthly newsletter | ★ | ★ | ★ |
4. | Opportunity to attend business education seminars, as available | ★ | ★ | ★ |
5. | Ribbon cutting for your new business | ★ | ★ | ★ |
6. | New member first lunch admission free for one person + 3 minutes at podium | ★ | ★ | ★ |
7. | Listing on the Chamber website in the business directory | ★ | ★ | ★ |
8. | Referrals from the Chamber and via website member portal (MIC) | ★ | ★ | ★ |
9. | Brochure rack and/or card space at Chamber office | ★ | ★ | ★ |
10. | Host an after-hours mixer | ★ | ★ | ★ |
11. | Use of Chamber meeting space (reservation required) | ★ | ★ | ★ |
12. | Post events on Chamber's online calendar | ★ | ★ | ★ |
13. | Post jobs on website and the newsletter | ★ | ★ | ★ |
14. | Sponsorship credit for one event, a featured ad on our website, or we send a Member Exclusive e-mail on your behalf | ★ (1 choice) | ★ (all) | |
15. | Two paragraph business write-up in one newsletter, provided by you | ★ | ★ | |
16. | Complimentary admission for up to six people at ticketed Chamber events | ★ | ||
17. | Business name or logo featured on website and newsletter (all year) | ★ | ||
18. | Write up to 3 contributions/year for Chamber newsletter to promote your business (event, special, etc.) | ★ | ||
19. | Ability to provide promotional material in each new member welcome packet | ★ | ||
20. | Sponsorship recognition at any Chamber signature events | ★ |
Other Memberships Types & Fees - 2022
Type | Fee | Notes |
---|---|---|
Non-Profit | $290 | To qualify, organizations must be recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as 501(c)(3). |
Non-Profit Fee for Service | $365 | |
Real Estate Agent | $290 | |
Real Estate Company | $365 | |
Restaurant | $295 | |
Home-Based Business | $260 | |
Individual/Non-Business | $165 | This membership cannot be used to promote a business or service. |
For more information, call (206) 232-3404 or email info@mercerislandchamberofcommerce.org.