Lorain County Chamber of Commerce investors are part of an exclusive group that get to turn their membership into a profit. This profit comes in many forms. The most obvious is the bottom line money savings they get by taking advantage of our Value Added Benefits. These benefits include discounts with group health insurance, supplemental insurance products and workers’ compensation. The workers’ compensation is especially critical now, since the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation eliminated the 75% discount that was so prevalent in past years. We also offer our members savings for overnight shipping, payroll services, credit card processing and cellular phone service. Plus we have recently added discounted gym memberships for employees of a County Chamber member.
Please contact Tony Gallo at 328-2550 for more information.
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
As an investor in the County Chamber, you join Lorain County area businesses and a pool of over 165,000 small business members across Ohio who enjoy affordable health coverage and an extraordinary list of benefits through Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Ranked #1 by business executives, Anthem offers large group benefits to the small business owner. There are a choice of plans that include added dental and prescription drug coverage. You can also choose the amount of deductible paid through the extensive network of doctors available through Anthem.
Compensation Consultants, Inc.
The County Chamber’s partnership with Compensation Consultants, Inc. (CCI) allows the investor a group rating discount. This is especially important, since the BWC ended the 75% discount it was offering in July 2003. Employers are now paying 100% of their premium. For more than 40 years, CCI has offered cost control solutions to Ohio employers. Through the group ratings, employers have saved over 230 million dollars in premiums. CCI also offers safety programs for your company, professional administration of your claims and a staff of knowledgeable professionals at your service.
DHL
The Lorain County Chamber of Commerce has partnered with DHL to bring CS members a full suite of domestic and international shipping services, covering over 220 countries and territories around the globe.
Members are also eligible for preferred DHL association member pricing. Members previously participating in the Chamber’s Airborne program will be automatically transferred to the new DHL program in 2004. To find out more about your DHL benefits and set up your account, or if you have questions regarding your current account, please contact the dedicated association hotline at 1-800-MEMBERS (1-800-636-2377, 8 am – 7 pm, ET) or log onto www.membersales.com/lccc.
FirstMerit Credit Card Processing & Equipment
Making it easier and more profitable for County Chamber investors to do business with their customers, was the goal when we decided to offer this value added benefit. Customers appreciate the convenience, and they’re more likely to make larger purchases if they can use a credit card. FirstMerit is offering savings on rate, installation and equipment.
Inside Business
Lorain County Chamber members receive a free subscription to the region's largest business publication, Inside Business. IB covers the dynamic businesspeople and successful companies of Northeast Ohio. Special sections include the Manny Awards for manufacturing excellence, and the ATHENA Awards, which honor businesspeople who show the way for women in business. There are also Lorain County highlighted articles and inserts.
The Lorain County Chamber is constantly working to bring its investors new and exciting benefits. Stay tuned throughout the coming year for more Value Added Benefits to be offered to the membership.