What is a Chamber of Commerce?
Grimes Chamber & Economic Development acts as a catalyst; a common vehicle through which business and organization professionals work together for the common good of the community. GCED is involved in Economic Development, Tourism, and traditional
Chamber of Commerce activities. We exist to support our members first, while continually working to improve the community of Grimes. We work closely with all levels of government (local, state & federal) to ensure that the business community’s perspectives are always considered.
Regional Connectivity
- Your business on GDMP website reaching over 6,000 businesses
- Opportunities to attend regional events including (but not limited to): Regional Business After Hours, Legislative Receptions, Regional Lunch & Learns, Chamber Night at the I-Cubs Game, Regional Breakfasts, Regional Educational Opportunities
- Post Job Opportunities on the GDMP Website
- Leadership Opportunities
- Access to Legislative Updates
- Access to Economic Development Updates
Why Join?
- Chamber Membership is an Effective Business Strategy
- Consumers are 80% more likely to purchase Goods or Services from a company that is a Chamber member.
- GCED offers you and your Business Opportunities to help your business grow
- Networking, Networking, Networking with like-minded business professionals
- Monthly Events: Lunch & Learns, Off the Clock, Rise 'n Grimes, YP Grimes
- Membership Window Decals
- Member Only Referrals
- Dual Membership in the Greater Des Moines Partnership at no additional cost
- Online Job Postings
- New Member Newsletter Recognition
- Access to Member Labels
- Access to the Chamber Conference Room
- Internet Listing with a Link to Your Website
- Sponsorship of Annual Events: Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony, Teacher Appreciation, Business Expo, Grimes Governors Days, Annual Golf Outing, Regional Legislative Luncheon, Holiday Celebration Event
- Advertising Opportunities
- Annual Directory that is Mailed to EVERYONE/Every Business in the 50111
- Access to Economic Development Services
Membership Investment Levels: