• The Chamber provides ample opportunities for you to build your network. Visit our calendar of events!

• Members can attend and participate in networking events at a discounted rate such as our new Off the Clock after hours events, Business After Hours, Daybreak Mt. Pleasant, Pop in 4 Lunch, and more.

• Members have the opportunity to join a Referrals Over Business (Sales Lead) group.

Build connections with 430+ members and learn about the Mt. Pleasant Community.

• Business Resources — The Chamber connects our members to the planning tools and other business development services they need.

• We want you to get the most out of your Chamber membership – so help us learn about all you provide our community! The Chamber receives about 10 calls a week for referrals and recommendations – that's 520 referrals to our membership all year long! The more we know, the more we can help support your business. Let’s connect and grow together!

Gain a competitive edge through our programs designed to cultivate knowledge.

• Attend education programs designed to help improve your professional skills and your business, Young Professionals Network, Something to Chew On, and more!

• The Rollie Denison Leadership Institute is an 8-month intensive educational program that prepares individuals to be future leaders in the greater Mt. Pleasant area by learning about the many facets of the Mt. Pleasant community.

• Access to training from the US Chamber of Commerce and the MI Chamber of Commerce offered every month mainly in the areas of human resources/labor law, tax and finance, safety compliance, environmental compliance, and management/supervision. The MI Chamber of Commerce can also customize training for you through their contract training service.

Use your voice and have a say! Our Chamber is a fierce advocate for established and up-and-coming businesses in our community.

• Members can request Ribbon Cuttings for Grand Openings, Groundbreakings, Anniversaries, Relocations, Renovations, and more—at no extra cost!

• Join our newly formed Advocacy Committee to learn about what’s happening on a local, state, and national level.

• Check out our monthly publication recap on the Planning Commission's meetings to remain informed on new projects and developments.

• Gain access to your elected state and federal officials by attending our annual Spring Legislative Breakfast.

Gain exposure through our online directory, high-traffic website, dynamic events, targeted emails, and active social media channels, all designed to put your business in front of the right audience.

• All members receive name recognition on the Chamber’s website, including your business information and a link to your website.

• As a Chamber member, your business is featured in both our online and printed Business Directory. Published each January, the guide is widely distributed to local hotels, businesses, and educational institutions, and is included in relocation packets, ensuring your business reaches new visitors, current residents and community partners.

• Website Advertising is available at an affordable cost. Check out our options (hyperlink to advertising and sponsorships page)

• Looking to make a lasting impact in the local business community?

• The Chamber offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities designed to elevate your brand, increase visibility, and demonstrate your commitment to investing in regional and local growth. With multiple levels available, there’s an option to match your goals and budget. Check them out here (hyperlink to advertising and sponsorships).

• Chamber Bulletin E-Newsletter is a monthly communication sent out to 1,100+ Chamber Members. This e-newsletter highlights upcoming Chamber events and opportunities to take advantage of Chamber membership. Members have the opportunity to advertise in this popular e-newsletter publication!

• Member Minutes E-Newsletter is a monthly newsletter for and about our members! Learn more about upcoming Member events, special Member features, and learn new ways to get the most out of your Chamber membership.

• Post Hot Deals FREE on the Chamber website.

• List Job Postings FREE on the Chamber website.

• Promote events FREE on the Chamber's Online Community Calendar.

Chamber membership signals trust and professionalism for visitors and residents alike.

• Each year, the Chamber provides thousands of trusted referrals to individuals seeking local services, whether they’re visiting, relocating, or starting a business in our area. The Chamber proudly recommends its members, knowing they deliver the high-quality products and services our community depends on.

• Displaying the official Chamber decal on your storefront or office shows customers you're a respected and engaged part of the local business network.

• One study from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce found that 63% of customers have a higher opinion of businesses that are chamber of commerce members (U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 2024).

Save your business money with exclusive discounts and gain access to essential business resources.

• The Chamber team can point you to statewide and local resources for the benefit of your business. Check out some of our Resources here.

• Through the power of group pooling through the Chamber's program, you can expect your workers' compensation insurance through Accident Fund Insurance Company of America to have a competitive rate, up-front savings on premiums, a dividend return (that averages 5.8%), and more.

  • Example: Chamber members receive 5% up-front savings on their premiums through the workers' compensation group program. That 5% savings alone often covers the entire cost of a business's Chamber membership dues!

  • In 2025, 23 Chamber members participated in the program. Members saved $10,835 through up front discounts and $12,844 was paid directly to the members!

• Receive a 10% discount for professional development trainings at Mid Michigan College by being a Chamber Member* (Trainings are offered at various times throughout the year that the Chamber will communicate to the membership).

• Receive 20% discount on Holiday Inn & Suites Mt. Pleasant’s best flexible rate in 2026! This special rates is available to Mt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce staff, friends, and family! Give us a call at 989-772-2396 to get this rate.

• The Michigan Chamber of Commerce offers a multitude of resources and programs for our businesses to access through the Chamber Partnership Program. These valuable services include Michigan & Federal Labor Law Compliance Posters, identity theft protection, employment law assistance, and utility bill review via their Free MI Chamber bill review calculator. Learn more here MI Chamber Partnership Page

• The Chamber's Conference Room is available to our members on a first-come, first-serve basis and sits up to 18 individuals. Reserve the Conference Room today!

• Want a more intimate space for a smaller meeting? The Chamber also has a smaller Conference Room available for up to 6-8 people. Reserve the Small Conference Room today!

• The Chamber offers convenient notary services at no charge to our members.