Membership Benefits
Are you ready to connect with locals, gain exposure and access exclusive resources to take your business to the next level? The Englewood Florida Chamber of Commerce is your gateway to success in our vibrant coastal community!
Member Benefits Overview
- Connect with NEW residents, visitors and businesses
- Increase your SEO & rank higher in online search results
- Obtain community advocacy & local support
- Utilize flex office space & meeting rooms
The following is a list of just some of the benefits of becoming a member of the Englewood Florida Chamber of Commerce:
Web Presence
**New members are showcased on our homepage at www.englewoodchamber.com
*Each member business has its own listing in the Member Directory. Listing includes the following customization options:
- Your Logo
- Your contact information
- Insert pictures and videos
- Description of your business
- Link to your website and social media
- Being included on our website helps your SEO and helps rank higher in searches
Networking Events
- Brew Crew: Monthly – First Wednesday
- Biz@Noon: Monthly – Third Wednesday
- Fun After 5: Monthly – Second Wednesday
- Ribbon Cuttings: Publicize & celebrate your business
Digital Newsletter
- Weekly E-blast allowing you to promote your business
- 5,300+ distribution
- 44% open rate. Industry standard is 20%
Community Guide & Maps
- Distributed to members, visitors and residents
- Display racks in local businesses including the Punta Gorda Airport
- Community Guides: 5,000 Distribution / Maps: 7,500 Distribution (Annually)
Business Hub & Visitor’s Center
- Business card, flyer and promotional displays
- Knowledgeable staff connect with over 8,000+ visitors a year
- Members have use of the community room for meetings, trainings, events and more
Awards & Recognitions
- Annual Excellence in Business Awards
- Annual Golf Scramble Awards
- Let’s Eat! – Englewood Awards
- Celebrity Look Alike Contest Award
- Leadership Englewood
- Junior Leadership Englewood
Additional Exposure
- Mentioned in the chambers weekly column in the Englewood Sun
- Mentioned in the chambers weekly radio spot on W.E.N.G. Radio
- Sponsorship Opportunities – The All Star Program, Digital Billboard, Events and more
- Opportunity to host a Business Card Exchange – Attendance holds strong at over 100
- Opportunity to apply for Leadership Englewood
Advocacy & Business Assistance
- Chamber advocacy gives local businesses a stronger voice in the decisions that shape our community.
- Working with local, state, and federal leaders.
- Support business growth, economic development and a thriving community.
- Protecting the interests of business and strengthening our local economy.
- Offering businesses assistance with obtaining permits, licenses and more.
Issues - Economic Development
- Infrastructure
- Water Quality
- Reduce Regulations
- Insurance Reform
- Tax Reform
- Transportation
- Workforce Housing
- Provide assistance with permitting, licensing and more.
Growth - The Chamber connects your business with trusted organizations, creating new opportunities for collaboration, visibility, and growth.
- When you are a member of the Englewood Chamber, you also get benefits from the following organizations
– Charlotte & Sarasota Visitor Bureaus
– Charlotte & Sarasota County Economic Development Offices
– Charlotte Desoto Building Industry Association
– Englewood Board of Realtors
– Florida Realtors
– CareerSource Southwest Florida
– Visit Florida
– Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association
– Florida Chamber of Commerce
– US Chamber of Commerce
Volunteer Opportunities
- Increase your exposure at the chamber and at events
Get Involved!
- Since 1941, the Englewood Florida Chamber of Commerce has been making Englewood a better place to live, work and play. Be a catalyst for change in your community and join the chamber today! – It’ seriously fun business.