Join the Chamber

$600 – Community

Community is our entry level membership that fits most of our small business and non-profit needs. It will give you access to all of our events and exposure, in addition to being able to get connected in our community. You will find the benefits of the Community Level below.

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• Length of Membership

  Chamber membership is valid for 12 months from the joining date.

• Advocacy

  The Chamber staff has worked to build relationships since 1895 so its staff can effectively assist you with various business needs and issues. The Chamber has established relationships with government, elected officials, and city departments, including, but not limited to transportation, GP&L, permits, etc. When a business doesn’t know who to talk to for the answers it needs, the Chamber can help.

• Free Monthly Networking

• Workforce Development Assistance

• Chamber Conference Use ( seats 12).  One time per quarter

• Inclusion in The Garland Guide Business Directory

  The Garland Guide is an annual publication that highlights what is new in business, education, and local government. As a member of the Garland Chamber, your business contact information will be listed in the business directory. Advertising in The Garland Guide is an exclusive benefit of your membership.

• Website Advertising (2 Months)

  Each new Community member receives two complimentary months of advertising on garlandchamber.com upon joining. Members must submit a logo or photo, a website link and a brief sentence about the company to appear as a "Featured Member" ad that will be rotated throughout the site. One time use.

• Online Event Calendar Posting

  Chamber members at any level are welcome to send, by email, their upcoming events for free posting on the Garland Chamber website. Email your upcoming events to Aniya Gill.

• Use of Chamber Logo on Marketing Materials

  Chamber members at any level are granted permission to use the Garland Chamber of Commerce logo on business marketing materials, including newsletters, email communications, flyers and others. Contact the Chamber directly to request the necessary files.

• Referral Services

  The Chamber serves as an extended marketing team for member businesses. The Chamber staff only refers member companies when there is an inquiry or request for information on products, services or vendors.

• Small Business Development Center Counseling

  The SBDC Counselor provides information and resources in the following areas: Marketing/Advertising, Business Planning, Financial Analysis, Market Research, Manufacturing Issues, Government Contracting, SBA Loans, Tax Information, Entrepreneurship, and Minority/Women’s Business Issues. These services are free of charge and confidential. Within 30 days of joining the Chamber, all new members must schedule a business success planning meeting that will include a Chamber staff member and the SBDC counselor. During this meeting, the counselor and staff member will work with the member to establish a plan that will utilize all Chamber resources to get the most value from membership, ultimately resulting in quantifiable measures of success.

• Business List Access

  All members are entitled to one free membership list in Excel format each year by request. These list may be used to identify new businesses and to connect with them or to send event invitations. 

• Certificate of Origin Services

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• Job Bank Postings

  Get access to the Garland Chamber of Commerce Job Bank Postings.

• Membership Insert

  Upon joining, all members receive a insert to display in the member’s place of business. This display gives the business credibility and shows support of the community.

$7,500 – Economic Development Partner

The Economic Development Partnership is our top tier membership that fits companies looking to build the economy of Garland through their leadership. You will become part of our Partnership, and have exclusive access to other partners. You company will be recognized as a Community Leader. You will find the benefits of the Economic Development Partnership below.

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• Be Recognized for Your Role in Shaping the Garland Business Community

  The partnership is a non-profit organization that is primarily responsible for facilitating the addition and retention of more than $1.5 billion in new commercial tax base and more than 16,000 jobs since 1995. Helping to achieve these goals is a distinguished group of more than 50 private business investors, who give annual financial and leadership support, and have chosen to join hands with the City of Garland and the Garland Independent School District in the never-ending task of enhancing the community of Garland through quality growth and retention. We salute all our partners in their resolve to work together in achieving our communities’ common goals. GEDP Partners will be recognized during the year through listings in the Chamber’s Annual Report and on the GEDP page of the Chamber’s website. In addition, as attendees arrive to network prior to each monthly luncheon, Investors’ names will be featured on the presentation screen.

• Website Advertising (6 Months)

  Each new Private Investor receives six complimentary months of advertising on garlandchamber.com upon joining. Members must submit a logo or photo, a website link and a brief sentence about the company to appear as a "Featured Member" ad that will be rotated throughout the site. One time use.

• Maintain Valuable Connections with Key Companies

  Private investors receive an instantaneous opportunity to develop leveraged relationships with community leaders including state, city, school and county elected officials, their staff, manufacturers, business leaders and the press. Quick and accurate communication of community concerns, and business consultation regarding company issues, allow investors of this level the best opportunities to maintain valuable connections with key companies in the Garland area.

• Meet the Mayor

  Upon joining, GEDP Partners have the opportunity to schedule a one-on-one meeting with the Mayor of Garland, the Garland Chamber CEO and the Vice President of Economic Development to discuss economic development activities and business needs or concerns.

• Meeting Facilities (Unlimited Access)

  The Chamber is pleased to offer FREE, unlimited usage of the Chamber building meeting room to its Economic Development Partners. Meeting space can be used for one-on-one meetings, business/staff meetings, training seminars or luncheons. Audiovisual equipment and coffee are included with meeting room use. The meeting room accommodates up to 10 people comfortably. Call for availability.

• Richland Facilities Rental

  The Richland College Garland Campus offers two meeting rooms and a beautiful Gallery area with a great view. The two meeting rooms may be used separately or can be combined to accomodate larger meetings. All GEDP Partners receive special pricing for Richland College Garland Campus facilities.

You’ll also receive all the benefits included in:

Premium Membership