Join the Okeechobee
Chamber of Commerce

Outstanding Member Benefits
As a member of the Okeechobee County Chamber of Commerce, you are entitled to benefits with a value far exceeding the investment you make.  Listed below are only some of the opportunities your membership provides you in events and media we sponser.

Newcomer/Visitor Information - The Chamber promotes its members to the thousands of residents, tourists and visitors that visit our office each year.

Resort and Business Guide - Gain exposure and recognition by being listed in this guide.   Members are listed by business category in 10,000 copies.

Monthly Relocation List - Find out who's moving to our county and begin marketing your business to them.  It is a great source of leads.

Membership Decal - Display it proudly so that all who enter your establishment will know that you are a quality business and that you have made an investment in our community to insure that Okeechobee County remains a great place to work, live and visit.

Meeting Room - When you need space during normal business hours to conference, train employees, etc., reserve our room for a nominal charge.

Welcome/Newcomer Packets - Newcomers stop by the Chamber to pick up these welcome packets, filled with needful community resource books, phone books, chamber guide and hospitality gifts from your business.

Voice in Issues - Facing our business community. Let our city, county, state and national government know how you feel about issues pertaining to your industry.  We maintain a list of elected officials, phone numbers, addresses, etc., for your convenience.

The Chamber Marque - Our marque is available to Chamber members or business advertising as well as local events for schools, etc.

Monthly Calendar - Every month we send a calendar to each member promoting Chamber events. We will include your business in our calendar for an upcoming sale or event.  Call 763-6464 for schedule.


An Investment in the Future of your Business
Business Deductions - Chamber membership is considered to be a necessary business expense.

Internet - The Chamber has had a new website built this past year. All members will be listed free of charge by category. If you would like to have more exposure for your business please call the Chamber at 763-6464.


Networking and Prospecting Opportunities
Business After Hours/Networking Breakfasts - Great opportunities every month to gather in low pressure setting for fun and making new business contacts.  Chamber members tend to do business with and promote fellow Chamber members.  If they don't know you, they cannot patronize or promote your business.

Monthly Chamber Luncheon - Another great opportunity to network with other Chamber members. This is also a great time to recognize outstanding people in our community.


Other Services Offered by Your Chamber
The Chamber is a central point for local and state information.

We have area maps, state maps, city directories, local attraction brochures, local history information, local and extended area telephone books, area and economic demographic information.

We are the main source for tickets and information for many local events.   We carry discounted South Florida Fair tickets each year.  Also local Community Theatre tickets (fall & spring).

We keep an updated Community Calendar of Events for the year to be given out by request.

The Chamber staff is trained to direct people who are looking for your specific product or service to your business.

We give assistance in relocating new business to the area.

We give new residents information regarding utilities, drivers license, auto tags, property transactions, etc.

Information regarding city and county facilities, parks, etc.

List of updated rental properties provided to newcomers and seasonal residents at no charge.

Every member is encouraged to display their business card and brochures in our lobby free of charge.


Free Promotions!
Business Card Rack & Lobby Displays
    Every member is encouraged to display their business card in the Chamber lobby at no charge.  We also encourage our members to bring in marketing flyers or brochures and display them in our lobby.  There is no charge for this benefit.

Publicize your Event on our Community Calendar
    We encourage members to submit information regarding upcoming events for posting on our monthly calendar.  Please submit by email to candace7@gmail.com .  Please include the date, time, place and a description of the event.   Our monthly calendar is sent to all of our members by either mail or fax.


    You can join the Chamber of Commerce today by clicking on the pdf file below.  Print and fill out the Chamber application and submit it to the Chamber of Commerce.  For more information contact your Chamber today.

Click on the pdf file below to view and print the Membership Application Form.
Okeechobee County Chamber of Commerce
55 South Parrott Avenue
Okeechobee, Florida 34972
863-763-6464
commerce@okeechobeechamberofcommerce.com