Members of the Asheville Chamber of Commerce benefit from a network of support dedicated to the success of your business’ bottom line and your stake in our community. In addition to our special programs and events, and advocacy initiatives, members may also take advantage of the below services. Not a member? Find out how you can get involved.
Membership Opportunities
Overview
The Asheville Advantage
Chamber Savings Program
By taking advantage of one or more of these exclusive member offers, your business will see a return on your membership investment immediately.
Local Discounts
Asheville Chamber members can share an offering with customers or provide a member to member discount. Check out the latest offerings.
Office Supplies
As a member of the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, you have access to a free group purchasing membership bringing your business savings on supplies you buy every day. Capstone Alliance negotiates pricing with vendors such as Staples (and many more) on your behalf using the collective purchasing power of our entire membership.
Capstone Alliance offers:
- Confidence in purchasing from a trustworthy supplier and source.
- Pre-negotiated pricing at the lowest overall delivered cost.
- Free next-business-day delivery on supplies.
- Easy returns process.
- Office supplies as well as supplies for cleaning, first aid & safety, packing and breakroom.
- Technology products & services; digital copy & print services; promotional products.
Joining Capstone Alliance is easy and free! Contact info@capstonehealthalliance.com for more information.
https://capstonehealthalliance.com/business-industry/
Health Insurance Benefit
Health Insurance
Through a partnership with Aetna, Asheville Chamber members can access Chamber Health Insurance of Western North Carolina: major medical coverage for companies with 20-100 employees. Click here to discover the benefits!
First Benefits Insurance Mutual
First Benefits Insurance Mutual (FBIM) was designed to lower workers’ compensation expenses for North Carolina employers.
FBIM has been delivering quality service to Chamber members for over 20 years, providing Asheville Chamber member organizations with competitive, stable workers’ compensation coverage. Created by NC business owners for NC business owners, FBIM offers several interest-free payment plans, individualized underwriting (no predictive modeling), aggressive claims management, and will consider writing new ventures which means no “risk pool” for you.
“At FBIM we place a high priority on ensuring our insureds and appointed agents understand that workers’ compensation is a balance of protecting the employee in the event of an unfortunate on-the-job accident, while at the same time protecting the employer from exorbitant costs related to litigation, medical expenses, and other business expenses related to workers’ injuries,” says First Benefits VP of Marketing Richard Suddarth.
Your Asheville Area Chamber membership gives you access to FBIM’s competitive rates, skilled underwriting and personalized service. FBIM staff understands your frustrations with the large insurance companies and provides the best and friendliest customer service. If you have an established relationship with your insurance agent, First Benefits Insurance Mutual will be happy to contact your current agent to discuss policy needs or work with a Chamber member insurance agent and ask for a no obligation quote. For more information, contact Peg at (888) 393-2667 or ppirrotta@firstbenefits.org and mention your Asheville Area Chamber membership; she’ll walk you through the process. One Product. One State. Focused on You!
The JB Media Institute is a comprehensive digital marketing training program offered online and in-person taught by active industry professionals including JB Media Agency staff and hand-picked guest instructors. Both programs offer the personal attention your business deserves in order to amplify your digital messaging, increase your understanding of Internet marketing, and reach audiences who take action.
If your business is struggling to keep up-to-date with Internet marketing best practices or you are unsure where to begin when it comes to managing social media, SEO, online PR, online advertising, and strategy/project management, the JB Media Institute can help!
Choose the classroom experience that best suits your needs and schedule. The in-person program is available three times a year and runs for six weeks, three days a week from 2-5pm in West Asheville. Need more flexibility? Our Online Institute 12-week subscription launches seven times a year and is perfect for busy professionals who want to learn on their own time. Walk away from either program with an actionable Internet marketing plan reviewed by our team.
Contact Institute Community Manager Genna Harris at genna@jbmediagroupllc.com or 252-908-0266 to claim your $100 Asheville Chamber Partnership discount.
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Sponsorship & Advertising
We offer many opportunities for members of the Chamber to promote their business to thousands of individuals that make up the Asheville community and its visitors.
Digital Marketing
Our weekly e-newsletter keeps the community updated on Chamber programs and events as well as news that is important to the business community. Take advantage of this fast and easy way to generate publicity for your company. We also offer advertising on this website by becoming a Featured Member on our site. Your logo will be featured on our Chamber webpages with a direct link to your company website and a brief description of your business operations. This is an opportunity to expose your business to visitors, locals and prominent business people in the community.
Print Advertising
The Asheville Magazine is a beautiful annual publication highlighting the unique attributes of Asheville, such as its art and culture including an array of information from population statistics to schools. This publication is the cornerstone of the Chamber’s Relocation Packet and will expose your business to those looking to relocate. Ad sales are done once per year. Please contact Erin Leonard, Vice President of Communications at 828-258-6131 or by email.
Sponsorships
The Sponsorship Opportunities Guide offers a comprehensive list of all Chamber events and the sponsorships available. For more information, contact Leeanne Briggs at 828-232-2247 or by email.
Mailing List
Direct mail the entire membership your marketing materials by purchasing mailing labels for our more than 1,700 members. It is $200 for a one-time use Excel list ($500 for nonmembers.) E-mail contact information is not made available through this program. Contact the member services department or call 828.210.2729 for more information.
Visitor Center Advertising
The focal point of the Chamber offices is the 4,000 square-foot Visitor Center which welcomes more than 200,000 visitors to Asheville each year There are many opportunities to showcase your business in the Visitor Center. For more information, contact Leeanne Briggs at 828-232-2247 or by email.
Featured Members
Business & Industry Directory
Your Resource on Asheville Metro Businesses
The 2021-2022 Asheville Metro Business & Industry Directory lists most major employers in the Asheville Metro Area (Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, and Madison counties) with 50 or more employees as well as manufacturers with five or more employees. Downloadable pdf file delivered after purchase. $75 for members; $100 for non-members.
Purchase the 2021-2022 Business and Industry Directory
