Our Mission and Overview

Established in 1946 to promote the general welfare and prosperity of this area’s business community, the Ridgecrest Chamber of Commerce today is over 400 members strong. The membership includes all sizes of businesses from individual entrepreneurs to multinational conglomerates.

We devote our energy to

• Creating a strong local economy
• Promoting the community
• Providing networking opportunities
• Representing the interest of business with government
• Taking political action

Benefits of Chamber Membership

Our advertising, networking and legislative advocacy services make your membership one of your best and most effective business investments. Our membership rates are based on the number of employees, with the rate for a small business employing one to four people about $14 a month.

Networking Opportunities

• Luncheons, Business-After-Hours mixers, community events, fund-raisers and ribbon-cuttings that give you opportunities to meet other members of the business community.
• Expanded business contacts when you or your employees volunteer for the Chamber activities like a booth at the fair, the Business Expo or work on a Chamber committee.

Business Enhancement Opportunities

• Business seminars, workshops and presentations.
• Referrals from business inquiries.

Advertising Benefits

• An introductory article in the Chamber newsletter when you join.
• Listings in our membership directory and online directory, providing increased local and national exposure for your business.
• An opportunity to purchase monthly newsletter advertising or sponsor events.
• Opportunities to advertise in our membership directory, map and other publications.
• The chance to spotlight your business by hosting a Business-After-Hours mixer or ribbon cutting.