Membership

Member Benefits

The Whiting-Robertsdale Chamber of Commerce is a network of entrepreneurs, leaders and community builders working together to strengthen local business. Members get visibility, support and connections that help them grow.

Every new member gets a warm welcome

These perks kick-start your visibility and introduce you to the Whiting-Robertsdale business community.

Chamber ribbon cutting celebrating the opening of Whihala Wash Laundromat
A Chamber ribbon cutting at Whihala Wash Laundromat
1Social media welcome

A welcome post introducing your business, shared with thousands of Chamber followers.

2Luncheon shout-out

Recognition in front of members, partners and city leaders at the next Quarterly Luncheon.

3Ribbon cutting

A ribbon cutting or grand opening ceremony for new businesses and major milestones.

Benefits for all members

Every Chamber member gets access to all of the following.

Marketing & Promotion

  • Discounted advertisingIn Chamber social media, newsletters and The WRite Stuff.
  • Business Directory listingYour business in the Find a Business directory, with a link to your website.
  • Referrals & promotionWe refer customers to members and share your promotional materials through the Chamber office and social media.
  • WJOB Radio ShowA chance to be a guest on the Chamber’s monthly show: AM 1230 / 104.7 FM, the TuneIn app and Facebook video.

Business Support & Growth

  • Student internsAccess to interns from Calumet College of St. Joseph and Whiting High School to staff events, complete projects and help with day-to-day work. How it works
  • Business Resource DirectoryLearning paths, free local advisors and 70 hand-picked tools to start, run and grow your business. Browse resources

Networking & Community

  • Quarterly Networking LuncheonsMeet community partners, city leadership and fellow business owners.
  • Real local connectionsBuild relationships throughout Whiting and Robertsdale.
  • Programs & eventsTake part in programs supporting community events, young professionals and local business development, plus signature events like Pierogi Fest and Wickedly Whiting.

2026 membership dues

Annual business dues are based on the number of employees.

$2251–4 employees
$3255–9 employees
$42510–19 employees
$62520–49 employees
$92550–99 employees
$1,325100+ employees
$100Nonprofit, small (0–49)
$300Nonprofit, large (50+)

Live or work locally but don’t own a business? Resident memberships are $25 a year.

How to join

Three simple steps.

1Apply

Fill out the 2026 Business Membership Application.

2Board approval

Your application goes to our Board of Directors for approval.

3Pay & get started

Once approved, we email your invoice. Then the welcome perks kick in.

Ready to join?

Questions first? Call (219) 659-0292 or email wrchamber@wrchamber.com.