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SOUTHERN GEORGIA BLACK CHAMBERS
Become a Chamber Member
Stop paying for 'networking.' Start investing in execution.
BUSINESS LEVEL MEMBERSHIP
The foundational tier for early-stage entrepreneurs, independent contractors, and growing local businesses seeking regional credibility, technical tools, and collaborative B2B networks. Investment: $200 / Year (or convenient auto-renewing $22 / Month) Target Audience: Micro-enterprises, solo founders, licensed trades, retail storefronts, and emerging service providers. Included Benefits: Public Directory Listing: Official business profile in the SGBC Online Directory featuring your logo, category badges, business description, and anti-scraping secure contact proxy form. Small Business Academy Access: Full enrollment eligibility for our signature 11-week technical cohorts focusing on tax compliance, financial statements, and prime contract readiness. Complimentary Business Compass AI Diagnostic Report: Customized data evaluation benchmarking your operational health, credit posture, and regional growth readiness. Member Event Access & Discounts: Preferred member pricing on signature Chamber summits, workshops, expos, and ticketed events. B2B Mixers: Access to networking mixers across South Georgia to build direct peer-to-peer relationships. Advocacy & Economic Intelligence: Ongoing policy alerts, municipal procurement notifications, and representation under our 8-Pillar Thrive Agenda. Digital Badge & Credibility: Official digital SGBC Member emblem for your website, storefront, and marketing collateral.
PREMIERE LEVEL MEMBERSHIP
Designed for established small-to-medium businesses ready to expand their regional footprint and unlock instant event marketing return directly through their annual dues. Investment: $400 / Year Target Audience: Established businesses seeking tangible event marketing, brand visibility, and regular executive mixer engagement. Included Benefits (Includes everything in Business Level, plus): 🏌️ Bundled $300 Golf Tournament Hole Sign: Includes one full-color, custom-branded Hole Sponsorship sign placed at a tee box or putting green at the Annual SGBC Golf Tournament at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club ($300 standalone value). ⛳ 10% Golf Team Discount: 10% registration discount for your team (up to 4 golfers). 🍸 All-Access Monthly Mixer Passes: Complimentary admission for up to 2 attendees at every SGBC monthly B2B mixer throughout the year. 💃 Annual Gala Ticket Credit: Priority member credit applied toward individual tickets to the SGBC Annual Gala. 📰 Media & Magazine Discount: Preferred advertising rates in the seasonal print and digital editions of SGBC Magazine. ⭐ Enhanced Directory Visibility: Highlighted directory card styling within your business category.
EXECUTIVE LEVEL MEMBERSHIP
A high-visibility corporate partnership tier tailored for growing mid-sized firms, regional contractors, and professional service leaders looking to leverage B2B procurement and prominent media placement. Investment: $1,000 / Year Target Audience: Commercial contractors, law firms, accounting practices, healthcare groups, and multi-location operators. Included Benefits (Includes everything in Premiere Level, plus): 🏌️ Priority Golf Tournament Hole Sponsorship: Includes one premium full-color Hole Sponsorship sign with priority course positioning over Premiere level placements. ⛳ 15% Golf Team Discount: 15% team registration discount for tournament play. 🥂 1 VIP Annual Gala Ticket: One complimentary VIP ticket to the SGBC Annual Gala, including cocktail reception, reserved VIP seating, and gourmet dinner service ($150+ value). 🏢 Small Business Summit Expo Pass: One complimentary full-access registration pass to the Annual South Georgia Small Business Summit & Expo. 📰 1/2-Page Ad in SGBC Magazine: Half-page, full-color corporate spotlight advertisement in SGBC Magazine distributed across South Georgia and regional procurement offices ($500 value).
PRESIDENTIAL LEVEL MEMBERSHIP
An elite leadership tier built for major regional institutions, community anchors, and executive enterprises committed to large-scale presence across South Georgia's premier business gatherings. Investment: $3,000 / Year Target Audience: Civic institutions, high-volume developers, automotive dealerships, established manufacturing firms, and regional enterprises. Included Benefits (Includes everything in Executive Partner, plus): 🏌️ Full Tournament Golf Foursome + Contest Hole Sign: One complete 4-player team registration (including greens fees, cart, player gift packs, and awards luncheon). Exclusive Contest Hole Sponsorship sign (e.g., Longest Drive or Closest to the Pin). 💃 1 Reserved Gala Table (8 Seats): One dedicated, company-branded 8-seat VIP table at the SGBC Annual Gala with premium placement and champagne service ($1,200+ standalone value). 🏢 Summit Expo Booth: One complimentary branded vendor exhibition booth at the Annual Small Business Summit & Expo. 📰 Full-Page Ad in SGBC Magazine: One full-page, high-impact editorial or commercial advertisement in SGBC Magazine ($1,000 value). 🍸 VIP Mixer Privileges: Unlimited VIP mixer admission with dedicated hospitality passes for your team and invited executive guests. 🎙️ Podium & Media Acknowledgments: Verbal recognition from the podium at all signature Chamber events throughout the calendar year.
CORPORATE PARTNER LEVEL
Our highest institutional partnership tier. Designed for major statewide employers, financial institutions, and corporate enterprises driving supplier diversity, workforce equity, and systemic economic development. Investment: $7,500 / Year Target Audience: Commercial banks, utility providers, health systems, logistics hubs, and statewide corporate brands. Included Benefits (Includes everything in Presidential Level, plus): 🏌️ Presenting Golf Package: Full Tournament Foursome (4 players + VIP amenities). Priority Hole #1 or Hole #18 Hole Sponsorship Sign + Practice Range & Putting Green Banner placement. 💃 2 Reserved Gala Tables (16 Seats): Two premier, front-row reserved 8-seat tables (16 seats total) at the SGBC Annual Gala with executive brand recognition. 🏢 Summit Title / Presenting Booth: Premier double exhibition space with premier positioning at the Small Business Summit & Expo. 📰 2-Page Center Spread in SGBC Magazine: Multi-page executive feature and commercial spread detailing your organization’s community impact, supplier diversity, and regional leadership. 👥 10 Employee Memberships Included: Full Chamber membership credentials, directory sub-accounts, and committee access for up to 10 designated corporate executives, HR leads, or procurement officers. 🏛️ Corporate Advisory Council Seat: A permanent seat on the SGBC Corporate Advisory Council to directly shape regional policy, workforce initiatives, and economic equity programming.