Overview of Member Benefits

Here's a quick list of the benefits our members enjoy:

•  A resounding voice to advocate for the interests of local business
•  Access to nearly 200 professional networking events each year
•  Marketing and promotional outlets to showcase your business Ad Rate Sheet
•  Referrals from the Chamber to other members and local residents
•  An invitation to seminars and workshops to help grow your business
•  Access to the Chamber’s 35 person training room and two smaller conference rooms
•  Company listing in the Chamber’s annual membership directory
•  Company listing on the Chamber’s website
•  Company listing on the Chamber’s interactive touch screen kiosks located at the    Monroeville Convention Center
•  Cost savings opportunities on group health care coverage ChamberChoice
•  Access to office supply discounts through the Office Depot Program
•  Member to member discounts for you and your employees View Discount List
•  Cost savings available through the OnDemand Energy program
•  An attractive and personalized membership certificate to proudly display your investment   in our local community
•  Access to Certificate of Origin services
•  Volunteer opportunities at the Chamber and throughout the community

Networking, Networking, Networking

With an ever increasing number of local and global competitors, building strong business relationships is more important that ever before. The Chamber provides a wide range of both structured and relaxed networking opportunities to help foster lasting and prosperous business relationships. Whether you prefer to network in the early morning, at mid-day or after hours, MACC offers an event to meet your busy schedule. Admission to most events is FREE as part of your membership or covered by a nominal charge.

Make a Splash Through Advertising and Promotion

The Chamber provides a variety of opportunities for members to market their products and services to other members and to the community at large. These promotional outlets include our monthly newsletter, access to mailing lists, event sponsorship, business trade shows, seminars, email blasts, our annual membership directory and our website. Advertising outlets are open only to members and is one of the quickest, most inexpensive and effective ways to reach our local business community.

 

The Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce Website and Interactive Touch Screen Kiosks at the Monroeville Convention Center

Chamber members will not only have their companies listed on the MACC website, but they can also update their business profile by posting information about their company on the site, including photos, logos, and coupons.  The business profiles on the MACC website link directly to interactive kiosks.  The kiosks are interactive touch screen computers that have been placed in the Monroeville Convention Center where over 500,000 people visit each year.  The kiosks allow users to find things in the area, such as restaurants or lodging or other local businesses at their fingertips. 

Pictures from the interactive kiosks:


 

Access To Group Health Care, Employee Benefits, and Cost Savings

You and your employees can enjoy the power of group purchasing by participating in health care, vision, dental and disability coverage plans available through ChamberChoice. Unlike many other plans on the market, coverage through ChamberChoice is available only to Chamber members and their employees regardless of medical history or occupation. The rates are competitive, but what’s more, the customer service and add on benefits are second to none. ChamberChoice base premiums are discounted, and determined by number of employees, type of industry, company location and average age of employees. Call ChamberChoice at 1-800-377-3539 for a no-cost consultation.

 

The Energy Solution for Members

Finding reliable and affordable energy is a growing concern for many businesses. As a member of the Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce learn how you can save money by joining a chamber energy pool through an exclusive program with OnDemand Energy – a program affiliated with ChamberChoice.

OnDemand will help your business choose the right electricity supplier. The energy experts at OnDemand Energy have experience working with energy supply, utilities and utility rate structures with specific expertise in deregulated electricity markets. Whether your company is based in the Allegheny Power or Duquesne Light service area, OnDemand can analyze your electricity usage patterns, evaluate available supply options, and recommend the supplier that will save you and your business money on your electricity bill.

Member To Member Discounts

MACC provides each member with a list of valuable member to member discounts on a variety of products and services. Each employee at your company or organization is welcomed and encouraged to take full advantage of these discounts.

 

 

Office Depot Chamber Advantage Program

This program is offered to MACC members at no-cost and provides deep discounts on office products purchased through Office Depot.  The Office Depot Chamber Advantage program allows for in-store shopping at below store pricing or internet and toll free phone ordering with free delivery on qualified purchases.

Discount savings of over 50% is available on a core list of the most commonly used products.  Most other products (from furniture to techno gadgets) carry an additional 10% discount off of Office Depot’s every day low pricing.  In addition, members who participate in The Office Depot Chamber Advantage program can secure customized discount pricing on the unique products your company uses most, if they’re not already included in the core listing.

For specific questions about your account or to learn more about this exciting new program, call MACC’s Office Depot – Chamber Advantage Representative: Lori Weiers at: 877.353.9100 ext. 4218 or email: lisa.weiers@officedepot.com.


Conference Room Usage

Members have access to three meeting rooms to host seminars, training programs, or client meetings. A thirty five (35) person training room comes equip with “smart board” projection system, WIFI access and conference phone. Two smaller conference rooms each seat eight (8) people and offer flat screen television monitors with build in DVD player and wall mounted white boards.  All room rentals include free coffee service and access to on-site catering. 

Our meeting rooms present first floor handicapped accessibility, plentiful parking, and convenient (walking distance) access to nearby hotels and restaurants.  Situated less than one half mile from exit 57 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, our facility is just a breath away from the intersection of Routes 22 and 48 at 2790 Mosside Boulevard in Monroeville. 

Full day, half day, and hourly rental rates are available.  After hours and Saturday rentals are possible with advanced notice.  Discount rates apply for members of the Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce and current building tenants.  We look forward to hosting your next successful and productive business gathering.  [Click for more information.]


Committee Membership

The Chamber offers several active committees to address specific topics important to local businesses and the community at large. Members (or their designee) may join a committee at any time. Committees range from community outreach to event planning. The Chamber staff or committee chair will be happy to help you select a committee that’s right for you or answer any questions you might have.


Make Your Voice Heard

Under the guidance of its Board of Directors and Government and Community Affairs Committee, the Chamber takes a position on important economic development projects and the issues impacting the local, state and national business environment. We advocate on your behalf for the passage of business-friendly and community-smart legislation.

 


Help Your Business Develop and Grow

As a Chamber member you have access to several resource tools aimed at counseling and educating small and mid-sized businesses. Through the Chamber’s affiliation with organizations like the Service Corp of Retired Executives (SCORE®) and the Small Business Administration, we are able to help you develop your business as it grows. In addition, MACC offers a variety of member workshops on subjects like finance, marketing, information technology, human resources, customer service and more.

 

MACC Serves As An Information Source For Our Community

One more reason to be a Chamber member is to receive the endorsement and referrals of the Chamber. Fellow members, local residents and non-members alike, call our office each day seeking information on local businesses that can provide a specific product or service. MACC members are the only referrals we make.


And The List Goes On...

Being a member of the Monroeville Area Chamber has an undeniable host of great benefits – even beyond what we’ve mentioned here. But Chamber membership is no different than most things in life. The more you put in, the more you get out. If you would like to learn more about how to make the most of membership, our staff would be delighted to share some real life success stories with you [or click here for testimonials]. Stop by anytime or call us at 412-856-0622.


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