The Chamber of Commerce

Join the Chamber today!

Become a member in Vermont’s largest business organization and use your Chamber membership to increase business and save money on valuable services. The Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce is the only Chamber of Commerce for businesses in Chittenden County and we have nearly 2,500 members. We strive to be your partner in business. Join today by downloading a membership application - CLICK HERE JOIN BY JUNE 30th, 2009 AND RECEIVE 16 MONTHS OF MEMBERSHIP FOR THE PRICE OF 12!!!

Susan Fayette Director of Member Development and Benefits

Have questions about any of our member benefits or programs? call Susan Fayette at (802) 863-3489 ext. 211 or email Susan and get a complete overview of our programs.

You'll have access to these great membership benefits!

Exclusive Membership Discounts

•Health Insurance --Cigna Healthcare rates are still the best insurance rates and best plans for smaller business owners. You must have a business located in the state of Vermont, have between 1 and 50 employees and be a member of your local Chamber of Commerce to participate.

2009 CIGNA Health Insurance rates: Click here for rate information.

2009 CIGNA Benefit Changes: Click here for more information.

•Click the link for your plan type for a summary of benefits.
CIGNA 600, 1000 & 2500 OAP Plan
CIGNA 2250 HSA OAP Plan
CIGNA 3000 OAP Plan
CIGNA 3500 HSA OAP Plan

•New member benefit announced! Workman Comp. Insurance - An exclusive partnership with Hickok & Boardman Insurance and AM Trust of North America designed to provide Chamber members with competitive rates and great service. Please contact Jeff LaBonte (jlabonte@hbinsurance.com) at Hickok & Boardman Insurance at 802-383-1654 to obtain a quote. You can also learn more about this exciting benefit at www.hbinsurance.com/lcrcc.

•Colonial Supplemental Insurance - Disability insurance, Hospital Confinement Insurance, Life Insurance, Cancer & Critical Illness insurance plus FREE section 125 Premium plan only, reduced cost FSA set-up and administration and more! Contact Carolyn Smith at (802) 777-3039 or email at carolyn@vtbenefits.com.

•SoVerNet Business and Residential Telephone Services - members save 20%. Contact Nikki Rivolta at (802) 777-2222 for a free cost analysis!

•Credit Card Processing Service – Access the best payment processing services in the state with our exclusive discounted service with TRI of Richmond, VT. Contact Bill Snyder at (802) 879-4380.

•Human Resource Center by HRSentry - Receive a discount off of this yearly service for your Human Resource staff. Visit www.hrsentry.com/lcc or a tour or call Susan Fayette (802) 863-3489 ext 211 or more information.

•Discounted Ski Season Passes – Fantastic benefit for you and all your employees! Passes are available for purchase starting in August, and conclude in October. Local Resort’s such as Sugarbush, Stowe Mountain, Smugglers Notch, Jay Peak and Bolton Valley!

•Discounted Golf! As a member you can purchased a round of golf for a foursome including cart for $225 (regularly $400) at Sugarbush Resort. To purchase the vouchers please contact Susan Fayette at (802) -863-3489 x211 Monday – Friday. There is no limit to the number of vouchers you may purchase, vouchers are valid until the end of the season, you will need to contact the resort directly to book your tee time.

Click here for more about our membership affinity programs and benefits.

Networking

•Business After Hours - the premier monthly networking event that attracts over 300 business professionals each month.
•Events such as New Member Receptions, Educational Seminars, Legislative Breakfasts, Annual Dinner, Annual Golf Tournament, Annual Silent Auction and Taste of the Chamber, Business Roundtables, monthly education seminars, and more. Easy access to registration right online. Members pay a discounted rate to attend.
•Chamber committees including Regional Affairs, Government Relations, Tourism, and Ambassadors.

Business Marketing and Visibility

•A free 25-word listing on the Chamber's Web site, www.vermont.org.
•Promotion of your business in the Chamber's monthly newsletter, reaching 3,000 businesses.
•Marketing options in Chamber publications and on our Web site including hotlinks, photos, ads, sponsorship, tourism newsletter program, and more.
•Member referrals: The Chamber helps callers and walk-in visitors each month find the products and services that they need.
•Brochure placement at our 60 Main Street Resource Center.
•Discounted advertising rates at the I-89 Williston North and Southbound Welcome Centers.

Education & Workforce Development

•Leadership Champlain – a nine month class with monthly workshops introducing you to the issues that matter most to the leaders in Chittenden County.
•Workforce Investment Board – We work with sectors to determine training needs within Chittenden County and help companies obtain training dollars.
•Education Seminars Series – We provide a monthly workshop highlighting issues that can help your small business group.
•Internship & Job Boards – Visit our online job board to post your paid internship. We also have a job board where local businesses can post their employment opportunities for a low price.

Your voice in Montpelier

•Our Government Affairs team diligently works to voice your concerns at the State House and Washington D.C.
•Small Business Roundtables meet each summer to discuss concerns and ideas.
•Our legislative policies are developed by our members through surveys, committees, and summer study meetings.
•Contact Cathy Davis for more information about our Legislative team: (802) 863-3489 ext. 206 or email Cathy.

Apply Now!
Call today (802-863-3489 ext 211) and join the Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce over the phone via credit card or Click HERE to download a membership application.