The Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce (OVRCC) advances a vibrant, four-season economy in South Central Vermont by advocating for local businesses, supporting our members, and promoting the region as a thriving place to live, work, and visit.
We invite you to join our Regional Chamber!
We serve the Towns of Andover, Baltimore, Cavendish, Chester, Grafton, Londonderry, Ludlow, Mount Holly, Plymouth, Shrewsbury, Weathersfield, Weston and their many villages.
Types of Memberships
- Business Memberships
- Affiliate Membership
- Non Profit/Municipal Membership
- Entrepreneurial Micro-Business Membership
- Individual Membership
1. Business Membership
Criteria for Business Membership
A person or business must maintain a professional license or be registered with the Vermont Secretary of State, and/or have a Federal Taxpayer ID, to be considered for business membership with OVRCC. The business must support the Chamber, embody the spirit of the Chamber’s Mission Statement, and demonstrate a desire to promote and support the activities of the Chamber.
Business Membership Dues
Determined by # of people who work in the business.
Full-Time Staff: Any person who works substantially full-time (including owners).
Part-Time Workers: Counted as 1/2 of a full-time staff person.
Seasonal: Counted as 1/3 of a full-time staff person.
Step #1: Determine Adjusted Staff (owners included):
| Full-Time (FT) | # of FT x1 |
| Part-Time (PT)
Seasonal |
+ # of PT ÷ 2 (round down)
+ # of Seasonal ÷ 3 (round down) |
| Adjusted Staff Number | = Total |
Step #2: Find your Annual Share Dues (based on adjusted staff)
| 1 & 2 adjusted staff = $280 | 3 & 4 adjusted staff = $340 |
| 5 & 6 adjusted staff = $400 | 7 & 8 adjusted staff = $460 |
| 9 & 10 adjusted staff = $520 | 11 & 12 adjusted staff = $580 |
| 13 & 14 adjusted staff = $640 | |
| 15 or more adjusted staff: $648 + $8 per adjusted staff over 15 | |
| Example: 18 adjusted staff: $648 + (18-15)*$8 = $672 | |
2. Affiliate Membership
This membership is an add-on for a business that already maintains a membership. The affiliate membership allows an affiliated business to have a separate business listing and individualized marketing. The annual dues are $145.
3. Non-Profit/Municipal Rate
For 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organizations or local town municipal governments, the annual membership cost is $149. The Chamber reserves the right to adjust the annual membership dues based on the organization’s size and number of employees.
4. Entrepreneurial/Micro-Businesses/Ag
Designed for home-based businesses with no employees, this $175 entrepreneurial membership is ideal for start-ups, artists, artisans, and agriculture or farm-to-table businesses. Members can participate in chamber events, promote their products and services, stay informed through chamber communications, access member discounts, and qualify for affordable dental and vision insurance programs exclusive to chamber members.
5. Individual Memberships
An Individual Membership costs $100 annually and is designed for retirees or second-home owners who do not operate a business in the Okemo Valley but want to stay connected and involved. Members can attend chamber events, mixers, workshops, and committees; receive monthly eNews and member discounts; and participate actively in the regional economy. Benefits are offered free or at reduced member rates and do not include insurance or full business promotional benefits.