Question 1

What is a chamber of commerce?

Accepted Answer

Chambers of commerce are a membership associations made up of businesses, organizations, and individuals that come together to promote and protect the interests of its members.  Members pay dues, and in exchange, receive various benefits and opportunities not available to non-members.

Question 2

Who can be a member of the Greenwich Chamber?

Accepted Answer

All businesses, organizations, government entities, and individuals can be a member of the Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce.  Employees of chamber members can utilize benefits and resources.  Individual members (i.e., residents, elected officials, retirees) do not receive full benefits.

Question 3

How can I join the Greenwich Chamber?

Accepted Answer

Businesses, organizations, and individuals are welcome to join the Greenwich Chamber.  Please visit the join page to fill out an online or downloadable membership application.

Question 4

Am I a member if my employer is a member?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as an employee of a Greenwich Chamber member business or organization, you have access to the benefits of that membership.

Question 5

Where is the Greenwich Chamber located?

Accepted Answer

The office of the Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce is located at 6 Academy Street, Greenwich, NY 12834.  Our hours of operation are Monday to Thursday from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Question 6

May join the Greenwich Chamber if I am not located in Greenwich?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce represents the greater Greenwich area, including all of Washington County, and has members in neighboring counties.

Question 7

Can I be a member of more than one chamber of commerce?

Accepted Answer

Certainly, joining more than more chamber is a great way for you to be be involved and attain benefits that may be unique to a particular chamber of commerce.  Some focus on various areas, such as geographic, demographic, or industry specific, that another may not.

Question 8

How can I find out of a business is a Greenwich Chamber member?

Accepted Answer

You may visit our membership directory and search for a member.

Question 9

I am not a member, can I volunteer for events?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we encourage the community to be involved and volunteer for our signature annual events.  Visit the volunteer page to sign up.

Question 10

When was the Greenwich Chamber established?

Accepted Answer

Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce was incorporated in April 1990.

Question 11

How is the Greenwich Chamber funded?

Accepted Answer

Since its founding, the Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce has been funded by membership dues, events, sponsorships, and other activities.

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