Represent business. Serve community. Enhance the quality of life.

Become a business leader the Wake Forest area knows and trusts.

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Grow

your Business

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the Right Connections

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in the Future

Insider advantages start now

through the Wake Forest Area Chamber.

Access Resources

Members can immediately access professional development resources and a peer group of thriving leaders that can grow your business to its full potential. The Chamber also provides support for local business initiatives because Wake Forest deserves a robust business community.

Increase Visibility

To know you is to love you. And there’s no better way to be known than being a preferred Wake Forest Chamber business, creating strategic alliances, and building lasting business relationships. Plus, your listing in our online directory gets linked back to your business and boosts your online ranking.

Give Back

The Law of Reciprocity says giving is good for you, good for your community, and good for business. Build a celebrated business legacy that impacts lives for years to come through philanthropy and volunteerism. Give to the Wake Forest area and you’ll become a business the community can’t imagine doing without.

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You don’t have to face business challenges alone.

When one Chamber member wins, we all win. We exist to serve each other and help the Wake Forest community flourish.

Your Chamber
Your Chamber

We have a team focused on creating  opportunities for Wake Forest residents and Wake Forest businesses to win. Meet our Board of prominent business leaders from the Wake Forest area.

 

View our Volunteer opportunities.

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Events

Stay involved and increase your exposure in the Wake Forest area.

View our calendar of upcoming Chamber Events, Community Events, online registrations and sponsorship opportunities.

Chamber Business Directory
Chamber Business Directory

Need a subject matter expert? Want an ally in a particular industry? Here’s where to find them, and it’s where people find you!

Find a member business.

The Chamber Foundation
The Chamber Foundation

Help us grow the leaders of the future with our Leadership Development programs, Career Readiness, and Financial Literacy programs with the Wake Forest Chamber Foundation. Lend a hand and get involved.

Chamber Groups
Chamber Groups

Looking for a group of like-minded, high potential professionals? You can find your tribe here. Join one of our affiliate programs.

Women’s Business Alliance
Young Professionals
Ambassadors
Government Affairs

 

Government Affairs
Government Affairs

Our mission is to support business-centered platforms and legislation.

A July 2023 update from our board chair
View our Legislative Agenda

 

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Thank you to our community investors who make a huge impact in Wake Forest with their investments.

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Here’s how to accelerate your growth with your Chamber membership:

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It's easy to join the Wake Forest Area Chamber! Complete our online form, choose your membership option, and if you'd like to pay in full or with monthly payments. We’ll immediately send you a link for information to complete your profile in our online business directory.

Be sure you’re choosing the best membership option with a free consultation with one of our Chamber experts, or click now and join today.

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Get involved

The fastest way to see a return on your investment is to get your business profile listed on our site and to get involved in the Chamber community. We have options that will fit every kind of business in the Wake Forest area. View our upcoming Chamber Events, which is an easy way to start making connections in and around the area. Take advantage of our relationship with Wake Technical College, find a resource you need from our member directory, or meet up with one of our affiliate groups.

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Fast-track your success

We’re here to be your business partner. We’ve worked with hundreds of companies for decades, and we know the right people and tools to give you the easiest and fastest ways to grow local. That’s why we provide free Chamber business consultations. We’ll give you a customized plan we can execute together, while we provide you the connections, resources, and visibility to accelerate your success.

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Chamber members grow stronger and faster because they grow together.

"The Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce is all about community and building relationships. Their #1 goal is to help your business thrive and grow. I would not be where I am today professionally without the friends I have made through Chamber networking. Thank you for all you do for the Wake Forest community!"

Amanda Cochrane

Town of Wake Forest

“North State Bank is part of the Wake Forest Area Chamber because the Chamber supports relationships and promotes visibility. This isn’t about networking- it’s about gaining friends, associates, and advocates. If your company is looking to be seen in an exploding market, the Wake Forest Area Chamber is the number one reputable avenue that will generate a return on your investment by being seen face-to-face.”

June Sadowski

Market President, North State Bank

"I am so proud to be a member of the Wake Forest Chamber! I appreciate the authenticity of the alliance in our small town. I value their devoted support to my (fabulous) small business. And I enjoy the connection they provide to other local business owners. Big mercis to Ann, Liz, Carol, Nancy and the fine folk of the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce!"

Stratton Parr

The Style Parfait

"The business connections I've made through the Wake Forest Chamber have been invaluable. The Chamber offers many opportunities to meet other business owners and professionals as well as providing education to ensure business success. Thanks to the relationships I've developed as a member, my company has seen an increase in revenue from the Wake Forest area. I highly recommend becoming a member of this Chamber of Commerce."

Dyana Paredes

Pure-Line Plumbing

"I became active in the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce in 2012, and the amount of positive interactions, friendships, and business peers that have been created is almost immeasurable. When you live in a community as enjoyable as Wake Forest, its great to have the business support of a solid organization like the Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce."

Don Bowman

Wake Electric Membership Corp.

"As a member of over 6 years, I don't hesitate in saying that the chamber has been a big part of my success. A wonderful staff that's dedicated to seeing there members succeed and grow. Whenever I meet with a local business that is wanting to grow/gain more customers, I make sure to first ask if they are a chamber member because the chamber has opportunities to help any business. I highly recommend the Wake Forest Chamber to any local business out there."

Gordon Coleman

GCJ Productions - Online Marketing & Web Design
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Is lack of investment in a network keeping you from reaching your full potential?

8% of small businesses fail because they don’t have a network.

Basic

$500 annually
($48.75/mo)

For new and small business owners seeking to enhance visibility and build business contacts through Chamber networking programs and events.

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Business Builder

$900 annually
($88.50/mo)

For established business leaders who can partner with us on new ideas and programs that benefit their businesses while better serving our community.

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The Wake Forest Area Chamber Guarantee

When most people consider joining a chamber, they wonder if the cost of membership is worth the investment. For many, funds are limited, and they want the best bang for their buck.

Here at the Wake Forest Area Chamber, we know how you feel. That’s why we are one of the only chambers in the country that offers a monthly membership at affordable rates. And we are the only chamber in North Carolina that is so confident that we will provide a great ROI that we offer a money-back guarantee.

Here’s how it works:
Sign up for our Entrepreneur membership at only $40 per month with no long-term contract.

If you engage with the Chamber and take advantage of the opportunities we provide to build new business relationships, we’re confident you will recoup your $400 investment. If you haven’t grown your business after 12 months, then we will refund your year’s dues.

It’s as simple as that.

For most people the decision to join a chamber often comes down to time, budget, ROI, and trust. Our guarantee matched with a monthly payment option provides a no-risk opportunity to address all these needs.

If you’re ready to start growing your business, influence and brand, give the Chamber a call at 919-556-1519 or email jennifer@wakeforestchamber.org today.

You can do so with the peace of mind in knowing you’re getting the best chamber value in North Carolina.

Click here to see how we guarantee a return on your Chamber investment.
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Want a customized growth plan for your business? Not sure which Chamber membership option is right for you?

Schedule your free business consultation with one of our Wake Forest Area Chamber experts.

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Congratulations to these new members who are investing in the Wake Forest community.

We can’t wait to see them grow! Are you ready to grow with them?

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You don’t have to spend another year just surviving.

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