Talk with a Chamber representative about the following involvement opportunities (in alphabetical order) and get involved today!
Annual Chamber Dinner
A prestigious black tie-optional dinner meeting attended by hundreds of Chamber members to celebrate the successes of the previous year, honor Gwinnett’s top business and community leaders, and welcome new leadership for the upcoming year. It is the Chamber’s largest event of the year. 770-232-8809
Annual Government Relations Partners Reception
Business After Hours
Gwinnett’s largest monthly networking event provides a way to meet new people, gather business ideas and network with fellow Chamber members. It is the perfect event to generate exposure for local companies and is ideal for promoting new locations and grand openings. 770-232-8805
Business In Gwinnett EXPO and Job Fair
The largest Chamber-sponsored tradeshow of its kind in Georgia, this high-profile event offers members an excellent opportunity to showcase their products and services to the public. More than 250 companies participate and attendance averages more than 5,000 qualified leads. 678-957-4958
Business of the Month & Small Business of the Month
This award recognizes those businesses in Gwinnett that make a difference in our community.
Chairman’s Club
This exclusive group recognizes elite leaders in the community who express a genuine interest in the economic development of Gwinnett County. In essence, their contribution is an investment in the county’s continued prosperity. 770-232-8805
Chamber Ambassadors
Provides members with the opportunity to make valuable business contacts and publicize their company and receive added value for their membership investment through volunteer activities. 770-232-8805
Chamber Challenge
An annual tournament including golf, tennis, wine tasting and a BBQ mixer at the prestigious Chateau Elan, this one-of-a-kind recreational networking event brings Chamber members together to mingle with the economic development and business leaders of Gwinnett and across the state. With an attendance of 500 people, the Challenge is one of the premier Chamber and community events of the year. 770-232-8809
Discounted Credit Card Processing
Access Payment Solutions, the preferred credit card processor of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce provides members with specialized programs and pricing for its comprehensive offering of credit card processing services. 800-800-1907
Discounted Group Insurance Program
MemberCare Alliance of Gwinnett enables small and medium sized businesses to take advantage of a whole host of insurance plans, all at a discounted rate. 770-232-8805
Discounted Prescription Drug Program
The Gwinnett Chamber Pharmacy Card allows Gwinnett Chamber members, their employees and family to receive discounts on pharmaceuticals in well over 53,000 pharmacies all across the United States as well as right here in the Atlanta metro area. 770-232-8805
Drugs Don’t Work
Save up to 7.5 percent on workers’ compensation premiums while setting up a drug-free workplace! This program’s mission is to educate Gwinnett County employers about the prevention, intervention and elimination of substance abuse in the workplace. 770-232-8816
Economic Development
This department encourages the expansion of existing businesses through information services, real estate assistance, tax and incentive assistance, labor assistance and initiatives such as Partnership Gwinnett while continuing to solicit and provide services to new commercial and industrial businesses in Gwinnett. The department is also the lead economic development agency for Gwinnett County recruiting new business to the area. 770-232-8802.
Economic Development Summit (see Partnership Gwinnett)
Education Forum
Members meet monthly to discuss and implement programs for enhancing Gwinnett’s lifelong learning opportunities and workforce development needs. 770-232-8803
Entrepreneurial Development Certificate Program
The Entrepreneurial Development Certificate Program is hosted in conjunction with the University of Georgia’s Small Business Development Center that brings leading professionals and emerging business owners together during an eight-week course. The curriculum is designed to prepare entrepreneurs with information resources and techniques to operate a business successfully. The curriculum incorporates marketing, finance, legal issues, personnel and management, accounting, taxes, business planning development, international business and procurement, and concludes with a graduation. 678-584-2270
Executive Roundtables
These groups serve as an exclusive association of dynamic business leaders designed to build business knowledge and increase their productivity and profitability. They provide confidential peer group forums for entrepreneurs, executives and business owners to discuss business issues, exchange ideas, offer suggestions and share expertise in a structured setting. They are perfect sounding boards for up-and-coming and small-to-medium sized companies. 678-957-4958
General Membership Meetings
This is the Gwinnett Chamber’s signature monthly event and features feature high-profile speakers addressing big picture issues for Gwinnett, such as education, water and air quality, transportation, governmental affairs and regional relations. 770-232-8812
GLOW: Gwinnett's Leadership Organization for Women
The mission of GLOW is to assist in the success of business women within the community. The series, helps women to become more competitive in the business arena, establish a network of business contacts and address areas of personal and professional growth, by learning from accoplished women who are making an impact. The program vreates and fosters an environment where women can gather and openly address the unique challenges women face in today's business environment 770-232-8816
Government Relations
This program fosters communication between the Chamber and elected officials from the local, state, and national levels to support legislation that is pro-business and pro-Gwinnett. Regularly scheduled meetings allow members to hear from topical speakers and exchange ideas about the political environment. 770-232-8812
Gwinnett Healthcare Council
This is metro-Atlanta’s premier Chamber-based networking and educational initiative for healthcare professionals and their service providers. The medical community comes together for positive results that embraces all components of the medical community including the physicians, the hospitals, medical centers and the insurance industry; allows the Chamber to serve the healthcare industry and professionals by providing the logistical and facilitation support to help these business partners grow. 678-957-4958
Gwinnett Technology Forum
The Gwinnett Technology Forum provides both technology and non-technology businesses and professionals with a unique opportunity to interact and stay abreast of the technology issues, ideas and industry leaders impacting their business and customers. 678-957-4958
Human Resource Management Association (HRMA)
This association provides an opportunity for human resources representatives of member businesses and organizations to meet in order to promote professional human resource practices; continue professional education; and share professional information, resources and skills among ourselves and the broader community. 770-232-8816
hYPe: Gwinnett Young Professionals
hYPe seeks to establish and cultivate young talent within the community while building Gwinnett's next generation of community and business leaders.
Leadership Gwinnett
This is an exclusive and prestigious program that provides a diverse group of existing and emerging leaders with a unique opportunity to experience many of the challenges facing Gwinnett. It is a nine-month program that includes seven one-day sessions, two retreats and more. In addition to leadership training and development, the program provides a behind-the-scenes look into the following areas: Government, Education, Power, Growth and Development, Health and Human Services, Justice, and Regional Issues. 770-232-8803
Members Online
Chamber members automatically become part of our online searchable business directory that can be accessed at the touch of a button. Their listing includes company name, contact information, address, phone, e-mail, fax, map, and Web site link. With the Members Online upgrade, enhanced listings including a 50-word description, logo placement, and a picture or graphic of your choice are available for a minimal yearly fee. 770-232-8805
Member-to-Member Discounts
This program provides members opportunities to increase business by offering discounts on services and products to other Chamber members.
Network Gwinnett
The largest and most established lead-generating networking group of its kind in Gwinnett, this program joins members together to obtain business leads, build relationships, educate, support professional development, and further leadership within the community. 770-232-8805
New Member Luncheon
New members are invited to attend this free luncheon to learn more about Chamber programs and services, benefits of membership, and involvement opportunities. 770-232-8805
Office Depot Discount Program
The Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Office Depot, is offering Gwinnett Chamber members an exclusive opportunity to participate in the Office Depot Discount Program. With this program, Gwinnett Chamber member companies, whether big or small, can enjoy the benefits of corporate pricing.
Partnership Gwinnett Summit
The Partnership Gwinnett Summit is an annual event that provides a unique opportunity to meet with leaders from both the public and private sectors guiding the economic and community development of Gwinnett. Panel presentations and discussions featuring leading local and state experts will address overall economic viability of Gwinnett County along with special sessions on workforce development, healthcare, education, tourism, and more. 678-957-4944
Pinnacle Small Business Awards (Formerly Small Business Person of the Year Awards)
Every year Small Business Week honors the estimated 30 million small businesses in America that employ more than half the country’s private work force, create three out of every four jobs, and generate a majority of American innovations. In support of National Small Business Week, the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce will honor the Gwinnett Small Business Person of the Year and the top 25 small businesses in Gwinnett at this special black tie optional event. 678-584-2270
President’s Advisory Council
This committee is appointed by the president to guide the Chamber’s future direction and growth, creating an improved community and government environment that will be supportive of business growth and maintain Gwinnett’s positive image. 770-232-8809
Principal for a Day
Principal for a Day is a joint venture of the Gwinnett County Board of Education and the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. Its objective is to provide CEO-level business leaders a firsthand, authentic look at the operations of today’s schools and the principals who lead them. They will observe up close and personal the rewards, challenges, and satisfaction that come with being the instructional and managerial leader of a modern public school. 770-232-8803
Resource Center
Conveniently located in the Gwinnett Chamber building, this center provides an amazing amount of business-ready information for FREE. The Chamber provides free consultations to assist members with their marketing and research needs and provides access to the latest Claritas and Dun and Bradstreet data at no charge. 770-232-8810
Ribbon Cuttings
The Gwinnett Chamber offers its members free assistance with organizing ribbon cutting ceremonies and other special events.
Small Business Development Programs
The Chamber offers monthly luncheons, forums, and special seminars on important issues facing small businesses in order to strengthen their contacts and business skills. These programs provide the greatest possible value to members and invaluable resources to members to address the following top challenges facing business leaders today: Leadership, Productivity, Sales, and Innovation. 678-584-2270
Sponsorship Opportunities
Opportunities exist for member companies to increase their exposure through sponsorships of nearly 60 Chamber events and programs throughout the year. Associating their companies with the positive, pro-business efforts of the Gwinnett Chamber showcases to numerous targeted segments of Gwinnett’s business leaders their commitment to issues impacting their business. This support is critical and makes possible the many Chamber programs designed to support and strengthen small business and entrepreneurship in Gwinnett. 770-232-3000.
State Capitol Legislative Luncheon
This annual event provides members and the business community with the unique opportunity to sit down and meet with the state legislators and leaders over lunch in an informal setting at the State Capitol.
State of the County Address
This annual luncheon co-hosted by the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce and the Council for Quality Growth is an overview on the County’s efforts in economic development, revitalization, public safety, and transportation. Attendees also have the opportunity to find out how the County is working to improve the overall quality of life for Gwinnett citizens.
Success Lives Here Business Leadership Seminars
This nine month series highlights the success stories of some of Gwinnett’s most prominent leaders. The forums touch on their lives and how they got to where they are today, what has contributed to their success, what brought them to Gwinnett to build a career, what makes them different and among the most successful business men and women in the community, what drives their involvement in the Gwinnett community and what obstacles they have faced in their career. 678-584-2270.
Transportation & Environmental Meetings
These quarterly meetings provide insight into the issues, opportunities, and successes related to transportation and the environment in Gwinnett County and the metro Atlanta region. This forum also provides opportunities to interact with key leaders of these industries. 770-232-8812.
Valor Awards
This special luncheon pays tribute to Gwinnett’s public safety professionals including firefighters, police and emergency personnel. 770-232-8816.
