Every chamber of commerce and membership-driven economic development organization is unique, offering different benefits, resources, and opportunities for those who live, work, and play in the community. There are many direct benefits to joining Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region. Explore them below!
Membership Benefits
Support of the Region for all Businesses, Communities, and Families
- Organizing the Real Rutland Regional Marketing Initiative, including partnering with the State of Vermont on the stay-to-stay program
- Providing technical assistance through the State of Vermont and through our local partners, including the Vermont Training Program and Vermont Employment Growth Incentive,
- Loan and grant opportunities, including financing for qualified borrowers through our revolving loan fund
- Legislative advocacy and helping our policymakers discover solutions that support business growth and regional prosperity
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Help to find the right site for your business
- Business advising through the Vermont Small Business Development Center
- Help connecting to government contracts through the Vermont Apex Accelerator Program
- Resources for entrepreneurs and startups through Center for Women & Enterprise, Women Business Owners Network, and many more.
- Access to our Career Hub of full-time employment opportunities to post available positions
- Support for The MINT – Rutland’s Makerspace
- Partnering with and supporting Rutland Young Professionals
Exclusive Benefits for Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region Members
- Optional participation in the organization’s governance, including service on the board of directors and Committees
- Networking opportunities such as Mixers and special events
- Visibility through social media posts and inclusive in our membership directory
- Perk Card member-to-member discount program
- Brochure placement at the downtown office, Rutland Southern Vermont Regional Airport, and the visitor’s center at Amtrak
- Opportunity to participate in VACEplus insurance plans for vision and dental
- Direct referrals by office staff to members of the public seeking recommendations and information
- Free notary services by appointment ($10 value)
*Not seeing something that would benefit your business? Call us today to discuss your specific needs.
First-Year Member Benefits
- Two free (2×2) print ads in the Rutland Herald to run within a 7-day period
- Buy one, get one free advertisement with WMUD radio stations
- Free The Mountain Times Digital Marketing consultation with Jason Mikula
- One month free website ad (300×250) on rutlandvermont.com
- New member spotlight in the CEDRR bi-weekly newsletter with over 1,800 subscribers
Ready to become a member? Complete the application today!
The PERK Card Program
