To promote and encourage business in Berkley by establishing a valuable working relationship between the city and its businesses;
To create a favorable commercial climate within the City;
To act as a unified voice and a liaison between businesses and others, promoting actions which are in the best interest of businesses;
To assist businesses in the City by providing quality services to them, and encouraging them to make positive contributions to the community.
Why Join The Berkley Chamber Of Commerce?
Look What We Can Do For You!
Exposure
Networking Opportunities - Meet potential customers, make vital contacts, and learn from your association with other successful professionals. The Chamber sponsors before/after hour's events, business seminars, and general membership meetings to give you these opportunities.
Publicity & Advertising - Open new doors with unlimited publicity! The Chamber offers numerous opportunities for your business name to reach potential new clients.
Be Informed
Chamber Web Site - The Chamber website promotes your business as well as events in Berkley and offers hyperlinks at a discount price for Chamber members.
Enewsletter - "The Chamber Door" informs you about business and community issues and get the latest on Chamber opportunities by reading our monthly newsletter.
One Voice
A United Effort - The strength of a team is much greater than that of the individual. The Chamber is active in communicating with City officials and community leaders to ensure the voice of business is heard.
Political Action Committee - The Chamber formed this committee when a need was discovered to support local candidates for public office who are not anti-business.
Representation - Your views and involvement are important. We realize that their are limits to time, but it is only through volunteer involvement that the Chamber can represent the voice of the business community.
Economic Development - Participate in the united effort of many concerned businesses to enhance business opportunity and growth in the Greater Berkley area.
Community
A Leadership Role - The Chamber is part of a team of community leaders and volunteers that hold the key to making things happen. Ideas, input and actions are translated into results for this developing business district
Investment In The Community - The Chamber is involved with community programs that promote Berkley businesses and enhance the quality of life for Berkley residents.
Savings
Health Insurance - The Chamber offers top-of-the-line group health insurance including Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
Tax Deduction - You may be able to deduct membership dues as an ordinary and necessary business expense. (Consult your accountant.)
Member2member Discount - Participate in our discount program exclusive to Chamber members.
Discounts On Product & Services - Participate in any of our product or service discounts offered exclusively to Chamber members.
The Greater Berkley Chamber of Commerce
2010 Description of Events
Board Meetings - Various Dates
Board Meetings are held each month alternating between morning and late afternoon hours. Attendance is not mandatory but members are welcome. Please review the “Events Calendar” on the home page for the current schedule.
Chamber Chats/Berkley Blenders - Various Dates
Networking events are available for members to either host or attend. There is no cost to attend. This is a superb opportunity to meet fellow Chamber members. “Chamber Chats” are morning coffees and “Berkley Blenders” are after-hours events. There are currently one of each available for hosting each month. Please review the “Events Calendar” for the current schedule. Contact us at 248.414.9157 or at events@berkleychamber.com if you are interested in hosting.
Membership Meeting - March 2, 2010
The Coffee Beanery Cafe: This is our “State of the Chamber” meeting. We look at our accomplishments for the past year and our goals for the New Year. The event is free of charge for Chamber Members and potential members.
South Oakland Business Expo - March 10, 2010
Royal Oak Farmer’s Market: SOBE is brought to you by 6 area Chambers – Berkley, Birmingham Bloomfield, Clawson, Ferndale, Madison Heights/Hazel Park, and Royal Oak. Attendees will be able to visit over 100 area businesses showcasing products and services that will appeal to both business customers and residents alike. Exhibitor space is open to Chamber members.
ArtBash - June 12, 2010
Berkley’s very own art fair! The fair provides art, crafts for children, live music, food, entertainment by our local dance studios, and inflatable fun for the kids. Fun for all! Sponsorship and advertising opportunities are available.
Berkley CruiseFest - August 20, 2010
Berkley kicks off the Woodward Dream Cruise with a Classic Car Parade the Friday evening before the Woodward Dream Cruise. The Chamber sells the official CruiseFest t-shirt with sponsorship spots available on the back of the shirt.
Golf Outing - September 10, 2010
Rackham Golf Course: 18-hole golf scramble, lunch, door prizes, hole contests, and an awards banquet. This fun event provides networking and sponsorship opportunities for members.
Pub Crawl - October 7, 2010
: A progressive celebration of Berkley’s nightlife, restaurants and food fare. You can either burn off the calories by walking from venue to venue or take our free transportation that ensures you hit each delicious spot by the events end! Various establishments participate. Sponsorship and advertising opportunities are available.
State of the City Luncheon - October 28, 2010
An annual luncheon meeting during which the mayors of Berkley and Huntington Woods, the Berkley School District Superintendent, the Chairman of the Downtown Development Authority and the President of the Chamber of Commerce present the years accomplishments, challenges and future goals. The luncheon provides a great occasion to network with other Chamber members and City leaders.
Holiday Lights Parade - December 4, 2010
The Chamber joins the Berkley Holiday Lights Committee to provide a FREE shopping trolley in downtown Berkley along with other daytime activities, followed by the Annual Holiday Lights Parade and the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Sponsorship and advertising opportunities are available.
Chamber Holiday Party - December 16, 2010
The party's on us! The title says it all. It's the holidays and there's a party. Join us for appetizers and a cash bar. See our "Events Calendar" on the home page for the latest details.
Member Benefit Affinity Program Summary 2010
Programs available through the Detroit Regional Chamber
Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless offers participating members its best deal. Choose from their current promotion or take 5% off non-promotional rate plans of $35 or higher. Chamber members also receive 25% off accessories for equipment and larger discounts for multiple phone plans.
Office Depot
Enjoy the deepest discounts on over 300 of the most frequently ordered items. Save 6% on regular catalog items. Order by Internet, phone, fax or with in-store purchasing card. Free next day delivery is available in most areas.
The Berkley Chamber’s exclusively endorsed program with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan offers members the most options, best available price and money saving services to compliment their coverage. Now members can save even more with Advantage Pricing which rewards them for having a complete health plan. Whether you are an individual or small business, the chamber plan has the right package for you.
Individual Health Insurance
The chamber offers members a suite of individual plan options including quality benefits, flexibility and valuable services. This link will direct you to an external website where you can locate plan information and rates.
Verizon Wireless offers participating members its best deal. Choose from their current promotion or take 5% off non-promotional rate plans of $35 or higher. Chamber members also receive 25% off accessories for equipment and larger discounts for multiple phone plans. 
Enjoy the deepest discounts on over 300 of the most frequently ordered items. Save 6% on regular catalog items. Order by Internet, phone, fax or with in-store purchasing card. Free next day delivery is available in most areas. 
The Berkley Chamber’s exclusively endorsed program with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan offers members the most options, best available price and money saving services to compliment their coverage. Now members can save even more with Advantage Pricing which rewards them for having a complete health plan. Whether you are an individual or small business, the chamber plan has the right package for you.