Investors partner with the Chamber in driving regional economic prosperity. Your commitment to supporting this mission is supplemented by additional, direct service offerings based on individual investment levels.
Investor Benefits
Investment Tiers
Note: This level is for new investors only.
Ignite investors gain access to direct Chamber services at a crucial stage in the life of their business. This short-term investment option is designed for those who have owned or operated their business for less than a year and have no more than five employees. Investors at this level receive full Associate benefits for one year.
For more information on investing at this level, contact Yvette Vaughn.
Associate benefits include recognition as an investor in driving regional economic prosperity and access to business development tools such as targeted demographic information and invitations to Chamber events. These investors may also utilize the organization’s affinity programs to receive discounts on office supplies or annual dividends for worker’s compensation.
Invest NowAdded benefits for Executive investors include a complimentary advertisement in the Chamber’s weekly e-newsletter, two tickets to the annual Schmoozapalooza event and a complete investor mailing list.
Invest NowPremier partner investors receive added recognition for their commitment to the Chamber’s mission of driving regional economic prosperity. In addition, Bronze investors are invited to attend events designed specifically companies committed to regional growth, including economic development announcements.
Invest NowSilver-level investors have the opportunity to showcase their company in knox.biz or by submitting original, expert content shared through The Loop, the Chamber’s weekly e-newsletter.
For more information on investing as a silver premier partner, contact Ashleigh Christian.
Gold premier partners may leverage the expertise of the Chamber’s experience team to create a 90-second video featuring their business. These investors also have the benefit of discussing their organization and ideas directly with the Chamber CEO during an introductory meeting.
For more information on investing as a gold premier partner, contact Ashleigh Christian.
As a platinum investor, companies have the opportunity to audit one of the organization’s board meeting and learn how community and industry leaders are collaborating to drive regional prosperity. These premier partners also receive additional promotional benefits including a banner ad on the Chamber’s website and a listing on collateral provided to economic development prospects.
For more information on investing as a platinum premier partner, contact Ashleigh Christian.
As an economic investor, companies who commit at titanium are directly involved in the Chamber’s efforts to drive regional economic prosperity through new business attraction and existing industry retention. As a result, these investors receive a dedicated seat on the Chamber’s economic development council and access to personalized recruitment and engagement services for needed or newly-recruited employees.
For more information on investing as a platinum premier partner, contact Mark Field.
Diamond investors directly influence the direction of the Chamber in achieving its mission of driving regional economic prosperity. These companies receive a dedicated seat on the organization’s board of directors and have the opportunity to accompany the economic development team on recruitment trips.
For more information on becoming a diamond economic investor, contact Mark Field.
For their commitment to driving regional economic prosperity, Chairman’s Circle investors guide the organization’s strategic vision and annual priorities with a dedicated spot on the executive council. They also receive a sponsorship credit that can be allocated to events or initiatives most impactful to their business goals and may utilize the Chamber CEO as their direct liaison.
For more information on investing into the chairman’s circle, contact Mark Field.
Benefits Comparison
Investor Level Benefits Comparison
IGNITE
ASSOCIATE
EXECUTIVE
BRONZE
SILVER
New businesses or businesses under new ownership
Identified as a premier partner by level
Membership Plaque and Window Decal
Access to Base Tier Investor Events
Access to Premier Partner Events
Post Jobs and Events on Investor Directory
Access to Targeted Demographics
Knox Biz/Commerce Subscription
Office Depot and A&W Supply Discounts
Accident Fund Benefits
Investor Directory Available Online
Ad/Sponsorship Opportunities
One Invitation to Premier Partner Event
2 Free Affiliate Companies at Associate Tier
Complimentary Investor Mailing List in Excel
20% Discount on Chamber Ribbon Cutting Services
1 Complimentary Ad in The Loop Weekly Newsletter
Weekly Relocation Lists
Unlimited Affiliate Companies at Associate Tier
Invitation to Economic Development Announcements
Premier Partner Plaque
Room Rental Opportunities
Premier Partner Profile/Article on KnoxvilleChamber.com
Complimentary Mailing Labels Twice Annually
15% Discount on Chamber Advertising
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