Why Join?
Why join the East Peoria Chamber of Commerce?
Member Benefits At A Glance
Advertise
book icon Online Business Directory
mail icon Weekly E-News Letter
share icon Social Media Promotion
paper plane icon Paid Promotional E-blast
Users icon Network
star icon Annual Dinner
Cocktail icon Business After Hours
award icon Ambassador Program
Golf ball icon Terry Brewer Memorial Golf Classic
Grow Chart icon Grow
cut icon Ribbon Cuttings
Store icon OktoberFest Business Expo
calendar icon Event Calendar
question mark icon Eggs & Issues
Users icon Educate/Learn
Landmark icon Advocate
Star icon Celebrate
Commonly Asked Questions
Our membership prices are based on the amount of employees with a company or organization. We also offer special prices for certain classes of businesses. Click here to see the list of our prices.
No - we have members from around the entire region!
Yes! A large portion of our members are nonprofits.
We offer lots of ways to connect with other businesses! Come to one of our events to mix and mingle with other members. Set up a booth at our annual Oktoberfest Business Expo. Join our Ambassador group for monthly meetings with other business leaders in a relaxed setting. Or give us a call and we can get you started!
You can register for all our events through the registration button on every event page! Many of our events are even open to the public, so you can check one out before even becoming a member!
Our main sponsorship opportunities are:
- Annual Dinner
- Festival Guide
- Golf Outing
Check out this page for more information!
We do our best to promote our members. We offer a public facing member directory on our website, opportunities to advertise in our weekly enews, on social media or through ribbon cutting ceremonies. Our annual Oktoberfest Business Expo is open and free to the general public, we offer opportunities for paid promotional e-blasts and sponsorship opportunities.
We work hard to provide the most out of our membership! Our events and promotions are all designed around one purpose - to provide the resources and connections that will help our members succeed. We highly recommend getting involved in at least one event throughout the year, or checking out the Ambassador program. Getting involved is the easiest way to get the most out of your membership.
And remember - if you don't know where to start, just give us a call!
Just fill out our online application - we will be in touch within a few days of receiving the application!
The Chamber works with the City of East Peoria, as well as many of our partnership organizations to provide opportunities and resources to the businesses community. We work with the entire region - not just East Peoria, in order to foster connection, community and economic development.
Our members range from single-person shops to corporations with thousands of employees. We have members who have just started and members who have been in business for more than a century. Whether you're looking for advice on how to grow your business or transition it to the next generation, the Chamber has members who will be there to support you.
Yes! When you log in to the member portal, you can create something called a "hot deal." This will be a deal or discount that you can offer to members right in the member portal.
See what our members have to say:
"The East Peoria Chamber of Commerce is a valuable partner in strengthening the connections that increase the economic vibrancy throughout our region. At Illinois Central College, we value the Chamber’s commitment to building relationships, supporting local employers, and creating opportunities for collaboration. Being part of the Chamber helps us stay closely connected to the evolving needs of our business community, which is essential to our mission of preparing students for the workforce and supporting regional growth. I would encourage any business or organization considering membership to get involved. The connections, visibility, and shared commitment to East Peoria make the Chamber a valuable partner."
“The East Peoria Chamber of Commerce offers more than networking opportunities — it offers connection. Through our involvement, CEFCU has built strong relationships, increased visibility, and felt truly supported as a local business. The Chamber’s commitment to its members and the community is evident in everything they do. I encourage any business looking to grow and stay connected locally to become part of the East Peoria Chamber of Commerce.”
"River City Construction is proud to be an active member of the East Peoria Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber has provided invaluable opportunities to build meaningful relationships, strengthen our presence in the community, and connect with local leaders and organizations. Those connections have contributed to significant opportunities over the years, including our involvement in the construction of the East Peoria Fire Station 2 and the new Central Police Station. Being named the East Peoria Chamber's Company of the Year this year was a tremendous honor and a reflection of the strong partnership we have built with the Chamber and the community it serves. We would highly recommend Chamber membership to any business looking to grow its network, increase community involvement, and create lasting opportunities for success."
Ready to join the East Peoria Chamber?
Connect, grow, and make an impact in our community.
We offer our members opportunities to celebrate their successes. Our Annual Dinner is a way to highlight the value each of our members contribute to the community, and we host the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast to refresh and refocus the spirit of the community as a whole.
trophy icon Annual Dinner
Chamber's premier event. Awards are presented each year to the East Peoria Distinguished Citizen of the Year, Distinguished Company of the Year, Ambassador of the Year and Eco-Friendly Company of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Friend of the Community and Non-Profit Organization of the Year.
Ready to join the East Peoria Chamber?
Connect, grow, and make an impact in our community.