Supporter

Welcome to the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce! Maximize your membership by taking advantage of your Major Member benefits today! Here’s what you need to get started:

Promotion

  • Brooklyn’s Progress – You are entitled to a one-time business listing and a ¼ page color ad in the next 2 issues: 5”w x 7”h, 4-color (no bleeds), 200 dpi or better, PDF format with embedded fonts. For Ad deadlines please contact Rick Russo at rrusso@brooklynchamber.com or call 718-875-1000 ext. 121.

  • Company Name Placement – Your company name will be listed in every issue of Brooklyn’s Progress.

  • Brochure Distribution – We will distribute your company brochures at select Chamber events. Send us a box of brochures today!

    Email all ads and logos to Rick Russo at rrusso@brooklynchamber.com. Mail brochures to Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, 335 Adams Street, Suite 2700, Brooklyn, NY 11201, ATTN: Rick Russo.

  • Business After Hours (BAHs) Networking Events – You and up to 5 colleagues are entitled to admission to all BAHs (at least 6 times per year): register online at www.ibrooklyn.com.

    • Exhibit Table – You are entitled to an exhibit table at 2 BAHs and at 2 Business Expos (as applicable).

  • Special Events Tickets – You and up to 3 colleagues receive tickets to each of the following events: Annual Meeting, Business Expos, Legislative Breakfasts and any engagements featuring notable speakers: to track events and register, go to www.ibrooklyn.com. All guests must register five business days in advance of the event date.

  • Success Story – Members can receive free home page promotion by submitting a Success Story highlighting their Brooklyn Chamber membership success.

  • Member-to-Member Discounts Program – Offer special discounts and promotions to other Chamber Members. This offer will be promoted in all new Member welcome kits, Brooklyn’s Progress and at www.ibrooklyn.com. Login and visit the “Member-to-Member Discounts” on www.ibrooklyn.com to get started.

  • Sponsorship – Major Members are eligible for special sponsorship package pricing. This enables you to select events that reach your desired audience at a reduced rate. Contact: Rick Russo, rrusso@brooklynchamber.com or 718-875-1000 ext. 148.

  • Targeted Promotions – We can work with you to develop ways for you to reach your target audience via sponsoring a workshop, publication or creating a custom promotional campaign. Contact: Rick Russo, rrusso@brooklynchamber.com or 718-875-1000 ext. 148.

* Please note: Members have up to 90-days past their membership anniversary date to submit ad(s) for the Brooklyn’s Progress.

Support

Below are services that the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce provides support in:

  • Franchising – NYC Business Solutions, Brooklyn and the Brooklyn Chamber work with the International Franchise Association (IFA) to promote the development of franchising to the Brooklyn business community. We provide educational materials and technical assistance to help entrepreneurs make informed decisions about franchising. Contact: Manuel Dominguez at MDominguez@nycbusiness-solutions.com or call 347-296-8025.

  • Health Insurance – Brooklyn HealthWorks is a low-cost health insurance program designed to assist small businesses in Brooklyn by providing employees and their families with affordable, comprehensive health coverage. Contact: Theresa Reyes, treyes@brooklynchamber.com or 718-596-4550.

  • Human Resources Assistance – The expanded workforce development program offers support in the areas of employee retention, access to worker training grants, access to tax credits and wage subsidies, legal and organizational development referrals and employee handbook development. Contact Jeanette Nigro, jnigro@brooklynchamber.com or 718-875-1000 ext. 114.

  • Manufacturing – Brooklyn Goes Global (BGG) provides sales and marketing assistance to Brooklyn-based food and beverage manufacturers through trade show placement, referrals and educational and networking opportunities. Contact: Rick Russo, rrusso@brooklynchamber.com or 718-875-1000 ext. 121.

  • Procurement – Brooklyn Connects provides comprehensive procurement assistance to Brooklyn businesses, enabling both new and experienced Brooklyn vendors, particularly minority and woman owned businesses in learning about and preparing for bidding opportunities. The program also assists with M/WBE certification. Contact: Rick Russo, rrusso@brooklynchamber.com or 718-875-1000 ext. 121.

  • Real Estate & Development (RED) – The RED program assists Brooklyn companies in business expansion efforts and works to attract firms to Brooklyn. Contact: Lori Raphael, lraphael@brooklynchamber.com or 718-875-1000 ext. 140.

  • Small Business Counseling – NYC Business Solutions, Brooklyn offers a comprehensive menu of business development assistance. Services include government facilitation, access to incentive programs, business planning and various forms of technical assistance to entrepreneurs and small businesses. Contact: Juri Sanchez, jsanchez@brooklynchamber.com or 718-875-3400.

  • Small Business Financing and Micro Loans – There are numerous programs and services available to help small businesses access the financing they need. Contact: Manuel Dominguez at MDominguez@nycbusiness-solutions.com or call 347-296-8025.