Why Join Us
MEMBER BENEFITS
Visability
Business Webpage Listing
Grow your internet visibility through the Chamber’s website. This includes company description, contact information, hours of operation, and a direct link to your company’s website and Facebook page
Community Event Announcements
Receive visibility by submitting your business’s community based events for our “In The Loop” email. With over 500 recipients weekly, this is an event driven email designed to keep our members informed and promote your business interests
Business Leads
Generate business leads at our
networking events. The Chamber also receives phone calls and emails from community members daily, making us an active source of referrals.
Social Media
Post deals, specials, announcements and more on our Chamber Facebook Group pages that reach thousands each day
MEMBER BENEFITS
Networking
Opportunities to Network- Business After Hours, Business Spotlight, Women in Business Monthly Luncheons, Quarterly Membership Luncheons, Ribbon Cuttings, Lunch & Learns, Chamber Committees, Coffee and Commerce, Job Fair, Annual Banquet, Boss of the Toss Cornhole Tournament, Pull for the Chamber Sporting Clays Tournament.
A primary benefit of business membership we provide is programs and opportunities to meet those business representatives who need your products and services – meet future customers!
Mark your calendars...
for our signature events!
● “PULL FOR THE CHAMBER” SPORTING CLAYS TOURNAMENT
● ANNUAL MEETING AND AWARDS
● ANNUAL “EGGS AND ISSUES” LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST
MEMBER BENEFITS
Benefits
- Health Insurance- The Georgia Chamber SMART Plan is available to small business employers that have between 2-50 eligible employees through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
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Retirement- The Georgia Chamber 401k EXCHANGE Program Workers Compensation Insurance- Receive a 7.5% discount on Worker’s Compensation Insurance through Georgia’s “Drug’s Don’t Work Program.”
- Tax – Membership investments may be tax deductible from federal and state income tax as a “necessary business expense.” (Check with your tax professional for details.)
- Media Advertising- Receive special media opportunities from:
○ The Herald Leader – print
○ 96.9 WRDO – radio
Fits
Leads
FitzLEADS is a collaboration between the Fitzgerald-Ben Hill Chamber of Commerce, the Fitzgerald and Ben Hill County Development Authority and the University of Georgia’s Fanning Institute of Leadership with a goal of strengthening our community’s future leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to keep Fitzgerald and Ben Hill County among rural Georgia’s most effective communities.
At FitzLEADs, our mission is clear: to equip aspiring leaders with the skills, knowledge, and resources necessary to drive economic success in Fitzgerald while fostering a robust leadership pipeline for board service and elected positions. We firmly believe that investing in leadership development is essential for the sustainable growth and prosperity of our community.
GROW your business through networking and referrals ENSURE your business success and community’s prosperity INCREASE your exposure in the community
MEMBER BENEFITS
Information
Georgia Chamber Membership-Small Business Chamber members (10 employees or fewer) are enrolled in membership to the Georgia Chamber Federation at no additional charge.
Business resources and education through our partnership with the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center
The Chamber is your connection to local leaders and resources that you need to start and grow your business.
MEMBER BENEFITS
Information
Georgia Chamber Membership-Small Business Chamber members (10 employees or fewer) are enrolled in membership to the Georgia Chamber Federation at no additional charge.
Business resources and education through our partnership with the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center
The Chamber is your connection to local leaders and resources that you need to start and grow your business.
Ready to grow your business in Fitzgerald?
At the Fitzgerald and Ben Hill County Chamber of Commerce, we’re more than a hub for business activity—we’re your partner in success.