Become a Member
Become a GECC member by completing the online membership application and tell us about your business. We look forward to receiving your application and will be in touch shortly to welcome and invite you to our next Chamber event.
1-25 Employees or Non-Profits
$350
Government Entities
$500
26-100 Employees
$600
101-300 Employees
$900
301+ Employees
$1,500
Sustaining Members
$2,000
Join today, it's the best investment you can make!
Reasons to Join
Networking Events
Members of the GECC gain the advantage of growth by networking. With free monthly "Business After Hours" networking events, businesses have the opportunity to come together to showcase their skills and services while learning about others. View our events calendar!
Marketing Opportunities
Increase your visibility with sponsorship opportunities at our events, in the Elizabeth Magazine & Business Resourse Guide or the our eNewsletter!
Business Credibility
Members gain the opportunity to get involved positively in the community as well as the ability to meet local politicians to stay on top of the local and state business issues and address their concerns.
Member Benefits
The Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce provides a means to network and advertise. The Chamber provides a "window of opportunity" for every member to benefit through association with reputable businesses and organizations. The chamber affords opportunities to meet area politicians to stay abreast of local and state issues that could impact your business.
Members gain the advantage of:
- Growth by Networking
- Opportunity to advertise in Elizabeth NOW magazine
- Visibility in the community and increased understanding on how to better serve the needs of their customers
- Access to professional development
- Business credibility and advocacy
- Discount Programs on Office Supplies through the National Chamber Program
Benefits of Membership Include:
- Networking
- Business Socials
- Membership Identification
- On-Line Member Directory
- Newsletter
- Referrals
- Influence
- Seminars/Workshops
Events Include:
- Free Networking Business-After-Hours
- Mayor's State of the City Address & Luncheon
- Legislative Breakfast
- Annual Dinner Cruise
Personal Touch: It is our mission to get every member off to the right start, and to ensure that they get the maximum benefit of Chamber membership.
FREE: More than 80% of our events are FREE for our members! Gone are the days when every event has a price tag. Every member can advertise in our e-mail newsletter (minimum 7-day notice required) and receive mailing lists at "no cost".
Pay-it-forward mindset: We are reinventing the networking model. We bring people together who understand that the most effective way to form meaningful relationships and collaborative partnerships is by HELPING and not just by "selling".
No cliques, no politics, no stuffiness: We pride ourselves on having the absolute BEST members because everyone is approachable. You will find an energized atmosphere where our members and guests have fun connecting.
Promote your business/organization: Members can have their business highlighted on our social media platform, or through our Business After Hours networking events in-person. The spotlight shines on you!
Chamber members are more reputable, customer-friendly, and dependable.
Credit Card Processing Notice: We encourage payments to be made via check to save 3.9% on the credit card convenience service fee. We thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Networking Opportunities
One of the most beneficial opportunities that joining the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce provides is the ability to access other businesses through our FREE monthly "Business After Hours" networking events. Attending these events opens the door to meet new contacts and help to secure new customers, business opportunities and partnerships.
Each event is hosted by a chamber member with complimentary refreshments. You can savor delicious appetizers while you network in a fun and friendly atmosphere! These events also provide our members with the opportunity to experience firsthand, a variety of available products and services throughout our community. All of our Business After Hours events are listed on our Events page
Member Categories
Ranked in the top 25 chambers in the state of New Jersey, finding a chamber member who can help with your business needs is easy. Take a look at the extensive list of business categories that you can connect with as a member of the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce!
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES:
- Accounting
- Advertising
- Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing
- Air Freight
- Airlines
- Alternative Energy Company
- Antiques
- Architects
- Artists
- Attorneys
- Automobile Dealers
- Automobile Manufacturer
- Automobile Parts & Services
- Aviation Fueling
- Awards, Gifts & Laminating
- Bail Bonds
- Bakery
- Banks
- Business Brokers
- Business Organizations
- Cable Television
- Car Rental
- Car Wash
- Caterers
- Chemical Manufacturers & Distributors
- Cleaning Service & Supplies
- Clothing
- Collection Agency
- Commercial Painting
- GPS Tracking
- Hair & Beauty Care Spa
- Handyman Services
- Computer Programming
- Computer Sales & Services
- Construction & Building Materials
- Consultants
- Copiers
- Credit Card Processing
- Cultural Resources
- Customs Brokers
- Disposal
- Distributors
- Dredging
- Educational Services
- Electrical Contractors
- Employee Services
- Entertainment
- Environmental
- Event Planner
- Exhibit Supplies
- Fax Broadcasting
- Fences
- Financial Services/Investments
- Fire & Water Damage Restoration
- Fire Proofing
- Fitness Centers & Gyms
- Flags
- Floor Covering
- Florist
- Food Services
- Freight Forwarders
- Funeral Homes
- Furniture Office & Home
- Government Agencies
- Healthcare Facilities & Services
- Helicopter Tours/Flight Instruction
- Home Appliances & Electronics
- Home Improvement
- Home Inspection
- Hotels/Motels
- Imports/Exports
- Industrial Laundry
- Industrial Services
- Insurance
- Insurance Adjuster
- Internet Marketing
- Jewelers
- Landscaping
- Laundries
- Lighting
- Locksmiths
- Logistics
- Mail Delivery Services
- Manufacturers
- Marketing Services
- Movers
- Newspapers/News Sources
- Office Supplies
- Oil Tank Sweeps
- Packaging & Shipping Supplies & Services
- Party Rentals
- Payroll Services
- Pest Control
- Pet Apparel
- Petrochemicals
- Petroleum Related Services
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturers
- Pharmacy
- Photography
- Pizzerias
- Printers
- Promotional Products
- Property Management
- Psychological Counseling Services
- Public Relations
- Publishers
- Real Estate
- Recycling
- Repairs
- Restaurants
- Retail Trade
- Security Services
- Security Systems
- Signs & Signage
- Social Service Organizations
- Sports Team
- Telecommunication Services Equipment
- Tourism Development
- Towing
- Training
- Transportation Services
- Travel Services
- Trucks-Sales & Service
- Utilities
- Warehouse Services
- Web Development & Hosting
- Wholesale Trade
Want to Connect?
Do you want to connect with the businesses in the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce? One of the member benefits is access to other members to help network and grow your business! Make the next 5 minutes the best business decision you'll make today!
