As the largest member-driven organization in Hardin County, Alliance members are more than a business directory, they are our partners! Partners in growth, collaboration, and building a stronger community to make Hardin County a great place to live, work and prosper!
Your membership is an investment and as a result, the Alliance’s Chamber, Economic Development, Community Development and Tourism divisions, board of directors, staff and fellow members will provide you with the best experience possible. We want to know what your expectations are for your investment in membership and how we can provide you with the best return.
We want to communicate with you and play a role in your successful growth.
Weekly Email Newsletter
All members receive a weekly email update from the HCCBA with information about upcoming events, new members, and other business and community related information.
Members may place advertising in the newsletter or place news about upcoming events they are hosting.
Are you a member, but not receiving the newsletter? Subscribe by sending an email to alliance@hccba.com.
Ribbon Cuttings
The HCCBA offers ribbon cuttings to new businesses who become members. Hardin County Ambassadors assist in the ribbon cuttings and government and local officials are always invited to assist as well. Ribbon cuttings are a great way to attract local media attention to new businesses.
Buy Local First
The Alliance Buy Local First campaign encourages our community to choose local businesses first when trying to find goods or services they need. This campaign is especially ramped up during the holiday season with the 12 Days of Christmas shopping campaign.
Health Insurance Program
The Alliance has partnered with local insurance agency, Nelson Insurance Agency, to offer our members affordable healthcare options. If interested, please reach out to us to get started.
Marketing Discount
The Alliance has partnered with Rise FM for marketing discounts for our new members. Please contact us for more information.
Office Supply Discount
The Alliance has partnered with FriendsOffice to offer a 2% rebate to our members on items such as office supplies and furniture. When our members use this discount, the Alliance also receives a 2% rebate. It is a great partnership that benefits both our members and the local chamber!
Marketing Discount
The Alliance has partnered with Constant Contact to offer up to a 25% discount on plans. Constant Contact can be your one-stop-shop for all things marketing.
Contact us if your business would like to set up a Member to Member Discount!
Bulk Mail Discount
Members can utilize bulk mailing services, making it easier and more cost-effective to send out large quantities of mail at the same time.
Contact us for details.
Chamber Gold Gift Cards
Chamber Gold Gift Cards allow community members to purchase gift certificates that can be used at any of our members' locations! This is a great way to encourage local spending and makes for a great gift for everyone.
Sedgwick Bureau of Workers' Compensation Program
The Alliance has partnered with Sedgwick to offer our members access to discounts on Workers' Compensation premiums.
Contact us for details.
Alliance Member Portal
The Alliance Member Portal is a powerful tool that allows members to take control of their membership, view and manage account details, register for events, access valuable resources and much more.
Members can log into the Member Portal using the link in the footer of this website.
Contact us to learn more about creating credentials or to learn more about Member Portal.
SOCA Benefits
The HCCBA is a proud member of the Southern Ohio Chamber Association. Through this membership, we are able to offer our members several exciting new benefits.
- SOCA Benefit Plan & Anthem Dental, Vision and Group Life
- Chamber Energy Program (cost savings on energy)
- Chamber Sustainability Program (green initiatives)
- SOCA PEP (Pooled Employer Plan, a 401k retirement plan)
- Elavon Payment Processing (to help members with payment processing solutions)
- Strategic HR (HR solutions for members who do not have inside HR staff)
- Legal Shield & ID Shield, PartnerShip (discounts on shipping)
- Certificates of Origin
More Benefits of Membership
- Import/Export Country of Origin Certificates
- Marketing and Networking Opportunities
- Professional Introductions
- Education and Advocacy
- Access to Business Resources and Support
- Add Credibility and Visibility to Your Business