Why Join The Chamber?

The Frederick County Chamber of of Commerce has been one of the most well respected organizations in the community for over one hundred years. We represent and advocate on behalf of 860 companies and approximately 400,000 jobs throughout the region. 

​Your Chamber membership is your connection to people, programs, information and resources. We devote ourselves entirely to promoting our membership, fostering economic growth, and building a strong partnership among our members and the community as a whole. 

The Frederick County Chamber of Commerce provides access to:

• Professional and  business development
• Strategic community partnerships
• Business advocacy
• Regulatory intervention
• Thought leadership opportunities

• A regional network of elite business leaders

• Nearly 100 events and meetings each year offering networking and business development opportunities 
• Regionally recognized industry experts, speakers, and thought leaders 
• Legislative influence locally, regionally, and state-wide, as well as direct access to elected officials at the local and state level

Benefits

Business Advocacy

• Experienced & proven government relations professionals 
• Legislative agenda development meetings open to all members
• Networking and advocacy opportunities with leading federal, state, and local officials
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Business Connections

• Regional network of business leaders
• Invitations to exclusive networking events
• Chamber Ambassadors and Chamber staff liaisons to maximize your membership

Business Development

• Nearly 100 events and meetings each year offering networking and business development opportunities 
• Recognized industry experts, speakers, and thought leaders
• Discounted ticket pricing for members
• Exclusive RFP/RFQ opportunities for members

Business Savings

• Electric purchasing cooperative designed to save you and your employees on utilities (gas & electric)
• Offers from other member companies via member discount page and email

Business Services

• Discounted rental rates for boardroom space at Chamber offices
• Brand promotion and marketing opportunities via e-newsletter, social media, blog, member discount page, and email

Corporate and Social Responsibility

• Access to a network of community leaders from education, social services, workforce development, the nonprofit sector and more
• Exclusive educational opportunities for nonprofit members 
• Academic partnerships
• Peer and leadership opportunities including Leadership Frederick County Women in Business, Generation Connect, the Entrepreneur Council and the Nonprofit Alliance
• Opportunity for committee participation

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