Membership Benefits

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The following is a list of member benefits.

  • Inclusion in the Norwood Chamber website

  • Discounted fees at luncheon meetings

  • Entry fee waived to participate in the annual Day Parade (savings $100)

  • Discounts on advertising in our newsletter Norwood Business Digest

  • Opportunity to be spotlighted in our e-newsletter for free

  • Membership plaque to display at your business

Plus take advantage of the many benefits offered through our affiliation with (SOCA)  Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance which include:

  • SOCA Benefit Plan

    This is Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s most competitive group health insurance program for groups with 50 or fewer employees. You have the benefits of a self-funded plan without the risk that comes along with traditional self-funding. Gain access to one of the largest doctor/hospital networks in the country with Anthem’s “Blue Access” network. Anthem’s rates can save up to 25% compared to traditional models and has annual renewals that are below the industry trend. SOCA has teamed up with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield to administer this plan and to provide stop loss coverage. Call Anthony Sucato at 513-247-2701 or email asucato@risk-strategies.com.

  • Anthem BC/BS Saver Plan

     Your chamber Membership includes access to quality, affordable health care plan options from Anthem. As a chamber member with 2-99 employees, you will have access to a 1.4% savings on any Anthem group health insurance plan through a premium tax credit savings. Call Anthony Sucato at 513-247-2701 or email asucato@risk-strategies.com.

  • SOCA Benefit Plan

    Your chamber Membership includes access to quality, affordable health care plan options from Anthem. As a chamber member with 2-99 employees, you will have access to a 1.4% savings on any Anthem group health insurance plan through a premium tax credit savings. Call Michael Wolf at 513-842-2176 or email mwolf@risk-strategies.com.

  • SOCA Pooled Employer Plan

    Under the SECURE Act, the first significant retirement-related legislation in more than a decade, employers can offer retirement plans to their employees through a Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). To learn more please contact, Dale Essenmacher at 248-212-3223 or email him at dale.essenmacher@newportgroup.com.

  • Workers' Compensation

    Hunter Consulting Company provides comprehensive consulting and claims administration in the area of workers’ and unemployment compensations. The Group Rating program was designed to substantially reduce your company’s rates, which in turn represent significant savings for your company. Contact Brandon Hunter at 513-231-4023.

  • Chamber Energy Program

    Community Energy Advisors is a PUCO certified energy management firm that empowers organizations to maximize the economics of their energy assets. CEA delivers energy solutions that positively impacts your bill. For details email chamberenergy@ceateam.com.

  • Elavon U.S. Bank Payment Processing

    Take advantage of Elavon’s payment processing program and get the Chambers preferred pricing. Call John Webb at 937-671-1606 or email John.webb@usbank.com.

  • PartnerShip Shipping Benefits

    Enroll in the Fed Ex Advantage program and save on FedEx Express (45% off) and FedEx Ground (25% off).  PartnerShip also helps reduce your LTL freight costs. Email kathy@norwoodchamberofcommerce.org for the links for details and how to enroll.

  • Chamber Sustainability Program

    Viridi offers a complete menu of energy-related sustainability solutions for you and your business.  Go Green by purchasing Renewal Energy Certificates (RECs).  Contact Rick Davidson at rick@viridi.eco.

  • Payroll Partners

    Payroll Partners as been assisting Ohio businesses with payroll for more than 20 years. Partnering with us means working with award-winning technology and real people.Payroll Partners Key Benefits for Chamber Members – Go here for a video.·

    First THREE months of streamlined payroll processing and expert tax filing absolutely free for all new clients who are members of our partner chambers.

    FREE Ohio BWC Workers’ Comp Support: As a chamber member, you’ll receive complimentary support for Ohio BWC premium payments.

    Receive up to $500 in savings on OBWC support.

    Get hassle-free tracking and accurate true-up filing.· Comprehensive Local Services: Benefit from a comprehensive suite of local services, covering both live-in and work-in Village/City filings, retirement (401K) reporting, and garnishment management for hassle-free compliance.

    Personalized Payroll Assistance: No matter the size of your business, rest assured with a designated local payroll representative at your service, offering personalized support to address your unique payroll needs.

    To learn more, visit our website at payrollpartners.net OR contact Account Executive, Matt Flynn at mflynn@payrollpartners.net or call 937-829-5581.

For any questions on these benefits, email kathy@norwoodchamberofcommerce.org.