Local Chambers across the state are members of ICEA.
The ICEA membership is comprised of more than 330 Chamber professionals from nearly 100 different chambers of commerce collectively representing more than 46,000 Indiana businesses. The network is solidly connected and willing to offer mentoring and resources to peers.
Membership investment levels are based on the size of your Chamber's operational budget, ranging from $250 to $475 annually. Immediately upon joining ICEA, your chamber's team will have access to resources and peer connections.
Member Benefits
Salary and Benefit Information - a comprehensive survey of salaries and fringe benefits allows for good comparative data that is available by size of chamber.
Peer Mentoring - The Professional Consultation Program provides the opportunity to talk one-on-one with a subject matter expert in a confidential setting. Discuss issues raised during conference in greater depth while in person at conference or schedule a consultation at any time throughout the year to address a professional challenge you are facing. Complete this form to request a peer mentor.
Career Opportunity Information -delivered direct to your inbox, be the first to know of open chamber professional positions throughout Indiana.
Membership Directory -a listing of all association members with contact information — a great networking tool. Available in PDF and updated monthly.
Professional Recognition- ICEA recognizes outstanding performance by chamber executives and staff through a number of awards presented at the annual conference.
Reduced Fees -charges for publications and registration for the annual management conference are significantly reduced for ICEA members.
Research Data -ICEA often conducts Executive Quick Polls to benchmark your chamber against peers.
Accredited Executive (AE) and Certified Professional (CP) Designation - initiated to encourage chamber professionals to continually upgrade and expand their skills through continuing education, and encourage chamber boards of directors to recognize chamber professionals and provide funding for training for their staff. Recipients of the accreditation are honored at the annual conferences. Data Files -numerous files of up-to-date chamber information, including samples of chamber publications, program brochures, job descriptions, employment contracts and legal documents. Annual Conference -access to a reduced fee registration to the three-day management conference held in June. Scholarships -awarded to chamber executives and staff to assist with costs associated desired professional development opportunities. Webinars - ICEA partners with peers from neighboring states to put on a series of webinars and feature outstanding speakers on subjects of interest to local chamber professionals. Members can participate in these seminars from the comfort of their own office.
Veterans Council-in 2003, ICEA debuted a special council for chamber CEOs with more than 10 years experience in chamber work. Veterans periodically meet at the annual conference or by conference call connections to discuss senior level issues.
Growing in the Chamber Profession-a weekly newsletter focusing on chamber trends and new ideas.
Local Chambers across the state are members of ICEA.
