Leading Erie's Economic Evolution
Awareness
We gather and interpret the facts affecting Erie's business environment such as workforce needs, tax incentives, proposed public policy, grant opportunities, and site development. By doing so, we can provide valuable insight to help our members grow while also working to attract new businesses to our region.
Access
We connect our members with the people, information, education, and resources needed to solve problems and create opportunity.
Advocacy
We are constantly working to improve the economic environment in our region by building strong partnerships within both public and private sectors and advocating for policies that improve economic vitality and quality of life in the region.
What members Love...
Real Impact, Real Connections
Our members join for the benefits, but they stay for the relationships and results.
Here’s what our members say they love most:
- A trusted network of over 750 businesses and 3,000 professionals who open doors, make referrals, and celebrate wins together.
- Visibility that matters through ribbon cuttings, media features, and shoutouts across social channels.
- Direct access to decision-makers, from City Hall to Harrisburg, so your voice is heard where it counts.
- Support at every stage, whether you're opening your doors, growing your team, or navigating change.
- Being part of something bigger and joining the economic movement that’s helping Erie grow smarter, stronger, and more connected.
At the Erie Regional Chamber, you’re not just a member. You’re a catalyst for regional success.
Membership Benefits
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Networking Events. Keep an eye on our Event Calendar! We always have an event or two a month for you to build your network and get plugged into the community.
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PA Chamber Membership. For companies with under 10 employees, membership in the Erie Regional Chamber affords you a free membership in the Pennsylvania Chamber.
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US Chamber Membership. Membership in the Erie Regional Chamber also provides you access to a free membership with the US Chamber and all of their resources.
- Sponsorship. Erie Regional Chamber events are an opportunity build or deepen your brand through sponsorship. Don’t just attend an event, sponsor it!
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Ribbon Cuttings & Media Exposure. The Erie Regional Chamber can help coordinate media outreach and coverage for your biggest events and news. From ribbon cuttings to the Chamber’s partnership with Erie News Now’s for Giving You the Business to the Chamber’s show on LECOM radio, Erie’s Front Row, the Chamber is valuable asset in your media strategy.
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Erie Ambassadors. Each spring we assembler a group of 30 professionals and spend 10 weeks showing them the inside of businesses, government, and non-profits serving our community. Everyone learns more about Erie and the program is a great pathway to build your business network building.
Worth The Investment
"Investment in the Chamber provides me with the tools that I cannot afford on my own - advocacy, access to resources and leaders, coordinating/creating events and programs - that is worth the investment."
