Why Join the Chamber?

The strength of the West Town Chamber comes from its members and the community at-large. As a part of the Chamber, you will be a valuable part of the 300+ businesses that make our neighborhood so unique and welcoming. As the voice of the business community, the West Town Chamber works with its members to accomplish what no person or single business can do alone. Become connected and engaged with the West Town business community by becoming a member today!

Membership Benefits

Engage

By becoming a Member of the Chamber, you’re able to interact with a unique and welcoming collective of neighborhood businesses.

Capacity to build your network through Chamber-hosted events and industry cohorts
Invitations to participate in Chamber-sponsored events
Opportunity to host educational events or happy hours to introduce your business
Weigh in on new and ongoing advocacy efforts
Access to Member to Member Deals, exclusive discounts and offers for Chamber Members
Voting privileges on neighborhood issues, for Members within our Service Area

Amplify

Chamber membership means you are a part of a collective of businesses working together to promote West Town as a vibrant place to explore for residents and visitors alike.

Support

Our team is here to support your business at all stages of development.

Member-maintained listing on our online business directory
Inclusion in relevant West Town community guides (digital and print)
Proud Chamber Member digital and window decal
Monthly Chamber Member Newsletter, including technical resources, access to capital resources, Chamber-hosted events, and small business opportunities
Area-wide marketing opportunities:
- Tertiary PR/Marketing representation through the Chamber’s contracted agency, Six4 Creative.
- Inclusion in @westtownchicago social media and newsletter content via response to Calls for Content/Info.
- 50% discounts on street-pole banners within the West Town Special Service Area
- Reduced Member rates at West Town festivals for Members located within our Service Area

Personal referrals and introductions to local experts and other Members
Opportunities to sponsor additional Chamber activities
Access to commercial real estate database and neighborhood demographic information
A large array of business services (link) through our status as a Neighborhood Business Development Center

Membership Dues

Core

Core membership includes all of the benefits listed above.

1-4 Employees: $200/year
5-9 Employees: $250/year
10+ Employees: $350/year
Chain, Franchise, or Financial Institution: $550/year

50% Discounts on Core Memberships (1-4, 5-9, 10+) available for:

Those joining during their 1st Year in Business
Small Nonprofits with 501(c)3 status (up to 10 full-time employees)
Members of neighboring organizations, either the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber or Industrial Council of Nearwest Chicago
Independent Artists
Business with additional West Town locations

Community Partner (+150)

Community Partner’s receive all of the benefits of Core membership, as well as:

Listing and link in the Chamber's monthly Member newsletter
Logo and link as "Community Sponsor" on Chamber’s website
Access to the Chamber Member mailing list (does not include email addresses)

Community Champion (+$500)

Community Champions receive all of the benefits of Core membership, Community Partner, and:

Specialty icon highlighted in Discover West Town community map
Business name/logo inclusion on one street pole banner within SSA 29
Business name/logo inclusion on website sponsor page of one Chamber organized event or festival per year

Resident

Resident members are West Town advocates. They are small business lovers who want to be first in the know with everything happening in the neighborhood.

Invitations to Chamber events
Access to Monthly Chamber Member Newsletter
First invite to volunteer opportunities

Resident Membership is $100, and availability is limited to no more than 10% of the overall Chamber Membership base.