Membership Benefits
Partnering in Your Success!
The Kearney Chamber provides opportunities for members to grow their business. From advertising to connectivity, there is a multitude of reasons to be a member of the Kearney Chamber. Together we’re making Kearney a better place to work and live.
Awareness, Credibility, and Access
Studies have shown that members of a chamber of commerce get instant credibility. These instant benefits include increased consumer awareness, favorability, reputation and likelihood of future patronage. Chamber membership translates in the consumer’s mind that your business is trustworthy, a neighborhood leader, and invested in the community.
In addition to instant credibility, you have access to powerful resources and networking tools to take your business to the next level including opportunities to meet key elected officials, influence policy in our local community, free networking events to meet with fellow entrepreneurs, and consumer access for your business on the Chamber’s Website.
* The Real Value of Joining a Local Chamber of Commerce A Research Study – The Shapiro Group, Atlanta, GA
Member Benefits
Benefits of Joining – The Kearney Chamber of Commerce offers a variety of benefits to help promote, grow and sustain your business. See below to read more about each benefit we provide. For more information contact the Chamber office.
Opportunities
Description
Included
Cost
Exclusive Referrals
Every year the Chamber refers thousands of callers to its members. Only Chamber members are referred from the Chamber office, with calls coming from area visitors, other businesses, and new residents. Non-members do not reap the benefits of this service and potentially lose out on many business opportunities.
Members Only
Networking
There are many reasons to join the Chamber, but one of the most rewarding and fun reasons is the networking opportunities. The Chamber offers a wide variety of events to meet the needs of members.
Members Only
Leadership Development
A leadership position through a Chamber committee or the Board of Directors gives you great responsibility and a very rewarding experience. Tailored to different interests and skillsets, committees allow Chamber members a more proactive membership and a wonderful opportunity for serving the community, enhancing leadership abilities and building relationships and skills to take throughout your career.
Members Only
Enhanced Online Directory Listing
The Chamber’s online connection to a virtual world of business and community information. As part of your membership investment, your contact information will be listed alphabetically and categorically on the Chamber’s Website (KearneyChamber.org) and has FREE hot links from the directory listing. You can add Photos, Video, Maps etc. to your Business Profile.
Members Only
Business Excellence Awards
Peer selected nominations are presented, and winners announced in September at the Harvest Gala.
Members Only
Ribbon Cuttings
The Chamber is happy to share grand openings, relocations or expansions with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. We provide ceremonial scissors, ribbon, and a video in the Chamber’s weekly e-newsletter and Facebook page. Chamber staff helps coordinate attendance by members and Chamber Ambassadors.
Members Only
Chamber Chat E-Newsletter
Our weekly email newsletter full of member announcements, membership benefits and chamber events. It’s your weekly source of all things Chamber. Submit your info by Thursday morning.
Members Only
Social Media Shares
Your business post may be shared and/or your business tagged in various Chamber social media posts throughout the year. Use #BeKearney
Members Only
Trust Badge/Window Clings
To help you share your Kearney Chamber membership, we have developed a digital sticker for use on your website or social media platforms and a decal cling for your store front window.
Members Only
Conference Room Rental
Use our conference room for presentations, interviews, client pitches or training for your company.
Members Only
$50 per Hour Non-Members
Kearney Job Board
Post job openings and volunteer opportunities on the Chamber website. The Kearney MO Job Board, a Facebook group, was created to connect employers with potential employees. A one stop shop for all job postings in the Kearney, MO area.
Members Only
Office Depot Discount
Office Depot and the Chamber have partnered to provide exclusive savings on all your business needs. Let Office Depot save you time and money!
Members Only
Constant Contact Discount
Because of our partnership with Constant Contact, members of the Kearney Chamber of Commerce qualify for a special discount on Constant Contact email marketing.
Members Only
Chamber Benefit Plan
The Chamber Benefit Plan offers an affordable medical coverage solution to small employers in Missouri. Learn more: ChamberBenefitPlan.com
Members Only
VIP Text Line
Text VIP to 816-439-7939 to opt-in and receive chamber notifications on our mobile phone! Easily opt-out at any time.
Members Only
Business of the Month
Business of the Month regularly highlights a member of the Kearney Chamber of Commerce. Businesses are chosen through a nomination process by the Ambassador Committee.
Members Only
Certificates of Origin
The Kearney Chamber of Commerce, through a partnership with the American World Trade Chamber of Commerce, offers electronically chamber stamped Certificate of Origin and export related documents. Create, submit, and print electronically certified documents right at your own desk.
$25 Special Member Rate Cost: $50 per document Non-Members
Events
Getting Involved – It’s tough running a business, but it’s easier when the Kearney Chamber of Commerce has your back. Most of our almost 200 members are small businesses working to make a living and make a difference. The Chamber does more than build a strong economy – we offer prime networking venues to develop new contacts and solid resources to help you start, manage and grow your company. We offer a variety of high-profile networking venues to develop new business contacts and connect you to potential clients. For more information contact the Chamber office.
Opportunities
Description
Included
Cost
Membership Luncheons
Join us at Noon on the 1st Wednesday of each month for lunch. The Chamber offers topics relevant to the business community.
Members Only
$5 for Members $10 for Community Guests
Empowering Business Workshops
The Kearney Chamber is proud to partner with local experts in their field to produce Empowering Business Workshops.
Members Only
Varies per Event
After Hours
Join us for this come and go networking mixer to meet and network with fellow business professionals. Enjoy appetizers and a drink on us! Don’t forget your business cards.
Members Only
Free
Holiday Giveaway
A community wide campaign to encourage Kearney residents to Shop Local and support Kearney businesses during the holidays.
Members Only
Varies per Event
Nonprofit Showcase
This virtual showcase highlights the extraordinary work of our member not-for-profits; to provide an opportunity for all community members to learn more about the needs within these area organizations and to easily connect with them.
Members Only
Free
Harvest Gala
An annual celebration of Kearney Chamber members featuring networking, awards, entertainment, and more!
Members Only
Free
Kearney Hiring Fair
Job seekers of all levels are encouraged to attend and participate. This hiring fair is a great resource for students and adults alike to connect with employers who are actively seeking quality people looking for employment.
$50 Members $100 Non-Members
Opportunities
Promoting Your Business – Marketing is an essential tool for any successful business. Check out the wide variety of marketing opportunities the Chamber offers its members. From Internet advertising to special event sponsorships, we will get your message out to the business community and increase your exposure. Here is a list of marketing opportunities we offer our members; if you could see your business gaining something from at least one of them call our office at (816) 628-4229, or email for more information.
Opportunities
Description
Included
Cost
Email Blasts
Your exclusive email message sent to 900+ individual email addresses within the Kearney business community on the date of your choice.
Members Only
$50 each or 2 in 1 month for $95
Sponsorship Opportunities
Leverage the marketing power of the Chamber to position yourself front-and-center within the area’s business community! Whether you choose to sponsor a monthly luncheon, networking event, or other special event, we offer opportunities for businesses and budgets of every size.
Members Only
Varies per Event
Real World Learning Partner
Provide a Real World Learning opportunity for local students at every level, K-12. It is a type of learning which is authentically tied to the world of work. When students learn in a “Real World” way, they are immersed in a rich meaningful experience closely associated with a job, occupation or project. Let us help you get connected.
Members Only
Chamber Map
Available in print and on-line Chamber Maps locate and promote chamber members only.
Members Only
Travel & Relocation Guide
A print publication to help promote Kearney and attract travelers and movers to the Kearney area.
Members & Non-Members
Membership Directory & Community Guide
A beautiful magazine-style publication filled with large color photos, captivating feature stories, profiles and more. This guide is both print and digital, and features all original, all local content. It is full color, and stunningly presented. It includes a directory section with all members both alphabetically and by category, and has a full 12 month shelf life.
Members Only
Above & Beyond Club
When members voluntarily contribute an extra 10% (or more) over their annual investment amount, their contribution helps the Kearney Chamber to continue providing relevant programs and resources to serve the needs of its members, as well as supporting the advocacy and promotion of business growth. These chamber partners claim a stake in the Chamber’s mission through the relentless pursuit of a vibrant and prosperous business community.
Members Only
Take Note Videos
Grow your business and drive sales with our compelling marketing video series.
Members Only
Chamber Spotlight
Spotlight your business through the Chamber Welcome Bubble with a custom video and become the face of the chamber as your business welcomes more than 12K annual users to the Kearney Chamber web page. You can also get a welcome bubble on your website with no additional cost during the sponsorship.
Members Only
$1,200 annual subscription
New Mover Welcome Packet
We are pleased to partner with Community Hospitality to welcome all new movers to our town, bringing gifts and coupons from our local businesses.
Members & Non-Members
$4 per packet delivery
Visit Kearney Mobile App
With 900 downloads (and growing) the Visit Kearney mobile app is the go-to resource for information around the Kearney area. Put your business on the app and boost your presence with multiple marketing opportunities.
Members & Non-Members
Affinity Program
This program is a way for Chamber members to get special deals and offers from other Chamber members. Supporting each other is what we do.
Members Only
Chamber Services
The help you need- Available Mon/Wed/Fri from 9am-4pm, Grace is there to help your business run smoothly. Tired of worrying about who is going to make the copies, or post on social media, or produce the invoices? No need to worry any longer, we got you covered
