Buying Power
Leveraging the buying power of the membership base helps members reduce the cost of doing business through programs which offer savings on everything from office supplies to energy. Added up, utilizing the buying power of the Chamber provides your business with the resources necessary to help you manage your bottom line, which is essential to maximizing your chances for success.
Brochure: Ten money-saving reasons to join the Chamber
Competitive Health Insurance Program
Medical Mutual offers small businesses versatile health insurance options at affordable rates, with several plans available. Dental, vision, group life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and short-term disability can be added to your health insurance plan. You can also purchase these products independently. For more information on the health, dental and vision plans get more details here, or contact your independent insurance agent.
Workers' Compensation Group Pooling
Participating in the Chamber's workers' compensation group pooling program, administered by V&A Risk Services, may substantially reduce your workers' compensation premiums. For more information, call 419-867-1044 or 1-800-493-9662. To apply, you can download a PDF AC-3 form. Fill it out and fax it to V&A Risk Services at 419-867-1049.
The group-rating program is a partnership that includes you and your employees, your sponsoring organization, your third-party administrator (TPA) and the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation. Each has specific roles and responsibilities, all designed to assist in preventing workplace accidents. This letter outlines the safety services expectations you should have as an employer enrolled in a group-rating program.
The Ohio BWC's 10-Step Business Plan for Safety can provide a framework for your organization’s safety program and help your company develop a culture where all members of the organization actively manage workplace safety and health. The manual and the 10-Step Business Plan for Safety can be found here.
Discounted Office Supply Program
The Chamber's Office Depot Program is now better than ever! As a Chamber member, you can take advantage of:
• A straight 5% discount on 98% of EVERYTHING Office Depot sells (over 100,000 items)…no more searching through stores or online for items in the program
• Deeper discounts of 15-30% on the items you purchase most often, like copy paper, ink, toner, and general supplies
• A stronger retail presence-you will save money on every purchase you make
• An enhanced ordering process-easier to access program discounts both online and in stores
• Coupons, catalogs, and exclusive offers, to help maximize your savings
• Next Day Delivery (in all major markets) and Free Shipping for all orders over $50
Enrolling in the program is easier that ever. Simply sign-up online. You will be taken to the National Chamber Program page and use the "Click Here" link to the left under "Place Order Online/Create a Login." Or, you can download an Office Depot application now. Check out the extensive list of discounted items. Check out the great offer for this month.
Chamber Energy Solutions Energy Savings Programs
Utilize the strength of group buying through Chamber Energy Solutions (CES) and start saving now on your electric and natural gas costs.The independent energy professionals of CES, on behalf of the Chamber, will help you lock in a great rate on your electricity, and/or obtain the best price for natural gas, and pass those savings on to you. Chamber Energy Solutions is locally owned and operated by Chamber member Palmer Energy Company. Learn more here.
Chamber EDGE
Exclusive to Toledo Chamber members, Chamber EDGE delivers online education right to you on your desktop, when you need it. Find out how Chamber EDGE can make your company more competitive. Get the EDGE!
YMCA Discount Program
Looking for a way to offer even more wellness opportunities to your employees? Then the YMCA Discount program for Chamber members could be the answer. Any employee of a Chamber member company can receive a 10% discount on a Max Membership. Get all the details, then fill out an application form.