EDUCATION

We have over 500 members throughout Western NY and Northwestern PA.

Most memberships are based on number of employees the company has. There is a sole proprietor membership with no employees, an associate member for events that would like promotion one time per year, and a multiple member, where an employer has multiple locations. All of our membership levels can be found here.

Chambers of Commerce remain one of the best ways to network with other entrepreneurs in virtually any community. The Intuit Small Business Blog asked a few small-business owners how they’ve used their chamber memberships to grow their operations. Based on their experiences, here are five ways that any company may benefit from joining a local chamber. 1. Solve business problems. “I needed a tarantula for a photo shoot, and I couldn’t find one anywhere,” says Jeremiah Miller, Forging Leaders. “I called my chamber, and within an hour they had found a local tarantula handler for me.” Of course, your need doesn’t have to be as unusual as a scary arachnid. Perhaps you have a client who seeks a particular service that’s outside your expertise. Your chamber of commerce membership could help to quickly put you in touch with a potential subcontractor. 2. Learn something new (or act as an expert). Most chambers of commerce host free educational seminars for members. Says Joan Laubach, CSP Financial Group, “Starting next month, I will be hosting a monthly ‘Lunch and Learn,’ with topics covering retirement-planning strategies, tax issues, and other financial information.” Serving as a teacher can establish you as an expert to other members; when they need products or services that fall within your skill set, they’ll likely call you first. 3. Receive discounts from other members. Many chambers offer discounts to members, and developing relationships with colleagues also typically results in lower prices. “As a member of [our] chamber of commerce, you have the option to submit your businesses product or service via the weekly Friday email blast that goes out,” says Erren Robateau, Recycle Group. “Unlike Groupon, you are not required to share any revenue with the chamber that you may make from the offer.” 4. Get free press. Most chambers publish a newsletter and/or other materials for their members and the community-at-large. This can provide a forum getting your name out there. “The chamber has a monthly newsletter with a page dedicated to news from member companies. I try to send in press releases on a regular basis to get that additional free exposure,” says Christina Zila, Textbroker International. 5. Raise your profile. Lynn Hood, Crackerjack Marketing says, “I have been an active member of the Metro Atlanta Chamber for the past several years, with the key word being active. Rather than attend the regular networking lunches, I participate on committees and volunteer my services. This allows me to meet executives at big companies — who are my targets — and talk with them in a non-pitching environment. They also have a chance to see my ideas and contributions. This high visibility with the chamber staff keeps me top-of-mind, should they know of a business that is looking for marketing providers.” Tim Parker, a business writer for Intuit and is passionate about solving small business problems.

Whether you're a for profit or non profit business, entity, club, group, or even an annual event, you're eligible to become a GOACC member.

A membership application is available online. However, you can come in to the office and fill it out with us.

Membership dues are based on number of company employees. For a complete list of current rates, please see the Membership Levels page.

YES, as GOACC memberships cover the entire business (inclusive of employees). If your employer is a Chamber Member, you're considered a Member for purposes of discounted event participation and associated benefits.

The current GOACC membership year goes from July to June. However starting in 2026, the membership calendar will change to a calendar year schedule. For 2025, Membership dues however, can be prorated or on a calendar basis on your preference.

Stop in! We would love to help answer any questions you may have and introduce you to our staff. The Chamber office is 301 North Union Street, Olean. Also, our telephone number is 716-372-4433 and our email is info@oleanny.com.

Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 4:30 PM

We do our best not to have to change GOACC rates, absorbing up to 10 years of cost increases between historical adjustments. The previous two came in 2005 and 2015, with 2026 showing as the next scheduled adjustment.

Once a member joins, a member packet is delivered which contains member cards and decals. On renewal, a member card is sent with the annual member packet.

Your Chamber investment is tax deductible as a business expense.

Your company can sign on as an annual, semi-annual, or quarterly payments.

Your member folder will contain copies of all the benefits for Chamber members. You can also check our Join page for additional benefits.

Yes, as a Chamber member, there are many discounts: member to member discounts, Chamber event booth discounts, networking event participant discounts, and discount theme park tickets.

Give us a call at 716-372-4433, or email us at info@oleanny.com and someone from the team will be glad to answer your questions.