Explore Your Path to Scale With the Chamber
Welcome to Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce
The Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce® is a premium growth chamber designed for business owners and organizations ready to build, scale, and lead.
For businesses new to our ecosystem, we offer a one-time Introductory Business Consultation to assess readiness, identify growth gaps, and determine whether Chamber membership aligns with your goals.
This consultation is not ongoing advisory support.
Ongoing guidance, strategic access, and business advisory services are reserved for active Chamber members.
Our mission is simple:
Support serious businesses with serious growth intentions.
Annual Membership Levels (Non-refundable)*
Foundation Circle™
Legacy Leadership Circle™
Foundation Circle™
Annual Investment $195
Who This Is For
Start-up, sales professionals, and nonprofits preparing for growth (less than 10 employees).
Includes
- Member directory listing (Foundation level)
- Monthly Chamber newsletter
- Access to bid notices, grants, and funding alerts
- Invitations to select Chamber events (member pricing)
- Access to one monthl
Annual Investment $195
Who This Is For
Start-up, sales professionals, and nonprofits preparing for growth (less than 10 employees).
Includes
- Member directory listing (Foundation level)
- Monthly Chamber newsletter
- Access to bid notices, grants, and funding alerts
- Invitations to select Chamber events (member pricing)
- Access to one monthly virtual training or briefing
Standards
- Attend at least 2 Chamber activities per year
- Maintain active contact information
- Promote at least 1 Chamber initiative annually
Foundation Circle™ members are building their base.
Growth Alliance™
Legacy Leadership Circle™
Foundation Circle™
Annual Membership $495
Who This Is For
Established small businesses actively seeking contracts, capital, partnerships, and expansion.
Includes
- Everything in Foundation Circle™
- Access to Millionaire Monday™ Calls
- Member spotlight (1 per year)
- Vendor opportunities at Chamber events
- Access to group business clinics (contracts, capital, ma
Annual Membership $495
Who This Is For
Established small businesses actively seeking contracts, capital, partnerships, and expansion.
Includes
- Everything in Foundation Circle™
- Access to Millionaire Monday™ Calls
- Member spotlight (1 per year)
- Vendor opportunities at Chamber events
- Access to group business clinics (contracts, capital, marketing)
- Priority registration for events and programs
Standards
- Attend at least 4 Chamber events per year
- Share/promote Chamber content once per quarter
- Participate in at least one committee, program, or initiative annually
Growth Alliance™ members are no longer watching — they are participating.
Legacy Leadership Circle™
Legacy Leadership Circle™
Legacy Leadership Circle™
Annual Membership $1500
Who This Is For
Business owners, executives, corporations, and institutions positioned as leaders, sponsors, and economic drivers.
Includes
- Everything in Growth Alliance™
- Premium directory placement
- Speaking or panel consideration (when appropriate)
- Brand visibility across Chamber platforms
- Priority sponsorship o
Annual Membership $1500
Who This Is For
Business owners, executives, corporations, and institutions positioned as leaders, sponsors, and economic drivers.
Includes
- Everything in Growth Alliance™
- Premium directory placement
- Speaking or panel consideration (when appropriate)
- Brand visibility across Chamber platforms
- Priority sponsorship opportunities
- Strategic introductions when aligned
- Recognition as a Legacy Partner
Standards
- Attend 6 Chamber activities per year
- Sponsor, advertise, or underwrite at least one Chamber initiative annually
- Actively support Chamber growth and visibility
- Serve as a mentor, speaker, or advocate when requested
Legacy Leadership Circle™ members help shape the ecosystem.
VIP Member Standards (Non-Negotiable)
- Attend 6+ Chamber events annually
- Serve on a committee or lead an initiative
- Promote Chamber initiatives monthly
- Sponsor, advertise, or bring a sponsor annually
- Operate with integrity, collaboration, and excellence
VIP is not purchased. It is earned and maintained.
VIP APPLICATION PROCESS (Critical for Prestige)
All VIP applicants must:
- Complete a written application
- Share current business revenue range or growth goals
- Commit to participation and promotion standards
- Be approved by Chamber leadership
The VIP Scale Circle™ is reserved for founders and executives intentionally building scalable, multi-million-dollar organizations. Admission is selective and based on alignment, readiness, and commitment to participation and contribution.