Join Your Chamber
Membership in the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce is a solid investment in the future of the Olean area. With a unified vision and the strength of more than 600 members, the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce ensures a pro-business climate that encourages business growth and success.
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Why should you join the Chamber?
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce enhances your business potential by helping you maximize your advertising and build your business base. And that’s not all…
Network
We provide our members with networking opportunities that help them find new business, build relationships, and get best-practice advice from their peers.
Learn
We help our members navigate the tough topics with quarterly luncheons and ongoing seminars. Take advantage of our discount program for computer and business training through Jamestown Community College and St. Bonaventure University.
Showcase
We give our members great discounts on vendor events, offering them a cost-effective way to showcase their expertise in front of thousands of people every year.
How we create value for you
Our most important work is connecting our members.
Networking
Word-of-mouth is one of the best ways to grow your business, which is why we provide a variety of networking opportunities for member businesses to get to know one another. One of our most popular is Business After Hours, which runs monthly between August and May.
Directory
Be part of our categorized resource of more than 570 member businesses, listed alphabetically and by category. Complete with address, phone, and website link. A 52-page print directory also showcases Gift Certificate participants.
Newsletter
Our on-the-go Chamber newsletter is e-mailed to the entire membership and provides up-to-the-minute information vital to business. Members are encouraged to send in their news and other information. Click here to get a spotlight in the Member Focus section.
CyberNEWS
Our CyberNEWS is a monthly e-mail newsletter of Chamber news and events, for members only.
Mailing
Getting ready for a big mailing? Buy member address labels, sorted by ZIP code or alphabetically. Cost is $50 for members and $150 for non-members.
Promotion
Showcase your business at the Chamber office when you let us display your business card or brochure. Free to all members.
Members
Get discounted services provided by other Chamber members. The Chamber receives numerous business inquiries and has a strong members-only referral policy.
Media
Take advantage of discounted advertising rates offered through Chamber media members, including the Times Herald, WPIG/WOLY, WOEN/WMXO, and Spectrum. These discounted rates apply to new media advertisers.
Ribbon Cutting
Let the community know your business has arrived with a new business ribbon cutting or ground breaking. Our checklist will help you decide who to invite, when to hold the event, what to showcase, etc.
Membership Levels
Sole Proprietor
$209/year
2-5 Employees
$215/year
6-15 Employees
$245/year
16-25 Employees
$270/year
26-50 Employees
$325/year
51-75 employees
$336/year
The Associate Membership is designed for 501(c)3 non-profits with no employees, or non-member entities who wish to have their event promoted by the Chamber. The cost for an Associate Membership $75 per year. If you’d like to purchase multiple memberships, please contact us.
Employees are counted by FTE standards. For example, one full time employee working 35 or more hours per week, or two part-time employees working 20 hours or less per week are counted as one full-time employee. And if your business has 5 full-time employees and three part-time employees, you would be classified as having 6.5 employees.
Please note: Your membership dues may be tax deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense. Please consult with your tax professional for a final determination.
Paying Membership Dues
We can bill you annually or you can opt for a monthly ACH draft or charge on your credit card. (Psst… If you choose the ACH option, you get your first month FREE.)
For existing members only.
All annual membership payments to the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce (GOACC) are non-refundable, unless received within 14 days of membership start date. Then, full refunds less a $35 service fee are available. For companies choosing the monthly ACH or credit card payment option: Membership will automatically renew at the end of 12 months and monthly billing will continue until the Chamber is notified in writing to discontinue.
Members can take advantage of health insurance and other services
From individual and group health coverage, to payroll, HR support and workers’ compensation, Bene-Care has you covered! All Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce members benefit from a unique portfolio of services designed by Bene-Care to meet your specific needs.
Your involvement matters.
Our work is made possible only through the active participation of the hundreds of member volunteers who serve each year on our various committees, sub-committees, and task forces. If you or one of your employees would like to become involved with any of the committees below, please call the Chamber at (716) 372-4433, or email us at info@oleanny.com.