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Membership
Why Become a Member
Small businesses and entrepreneurs transform with our chamber membership. It offers access to unmatched resources, workshops, and events designed to boost business growth and spur innovation. More than just tangible benefits, joining our community connects you to a vast network of peers, mentors, and industry leaders. This network fosters idea exchange and collaborative partnerships, pushing your business to new heights. Our commitment to supporting Hmong and AAPI small businesses demonstrates the strength of collective effort. Joining means more than membership; it’s being part of a movement to create a thriving ecosystem where businesses of all sizes have the necessary tools and support to succeed.
Membership is not required to enjoy some of our benefits. Non-members can access free business technical assistance and attend our free events, with a small fee for select networking events and workshops.
Updated Membership Tiers (2025)
Our membership is designed to provide more value and inclusivity. We have introduced new membership tiers for students and professionals who wish to engage without business ownership, ensuring everyone has a space to contribute.
- Student Membership: Free access with opportunities tied to volunteer program
- Professional Membership: $100 annually for non-business owners or retirees
- Nonprofit Membership: $200 annually for nonprofits looking to engage
- Small Business Membership: $250 annually to support small business growth
- Corporate Membership: $500 annually for large corporations (expanded member benefits)
Every membership tier is designed to provide extensive value:
- Access to Business Development Assistance
- Discounted/Free Access to Workshops, Networking Events, and Resources
- Free Listing in the Member Directory
- Exclusive Internship Opportunities
- Collaboration on Workshops, Events, and Fundraisers
Membership Levels
Student
Membership
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- Be a part of the growing Asian American professional/business community
- Access to business development assistance
- Discounted access to HWCC workshops and resources
- Free admission to networking events
- Access to internship opportunities
Professional
Membership
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- Be a part of the growing Asian American professional/business community
- Access to business development assistance
- Discounted access to HWCC workshops and resources
- Free admission to networking events
- Free listing in HWCC Member Directory
- Showcase your brand to HWCC members and the broader community through our platforms
- Be exclusively highlighted in articles and videos produced by HWCC
Nonprofit
Membership
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- Be a part of the growing Asian American professional/business community
- Access to business development assistance
- Discounted access to HWCC workshops and resources
- Free admission to networking events
- Free listing in HWCC Member Directory
- Showcase your brand to HWCC members and the broader community through our platforms
- Be exclusively highlighted in articles and videos produced by HWCC
- Collaboration in organizing workshops, training sessions, and fundraising events
- Free job and event listings on our platforms
- Enjoy one-on-one sessions with our marketing team and access to digital toolkits and guides for growing your business.
- Enjoy a $50 discount on your membership fee if you are a member of another chamber
Small Business
Membership
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- Be a part of the growing Asian American professional/business community
- Access to business development assistance
- Discounted access to HWCC workshops and resources
- Free admission to networking events
- Free listing in HWCC Member Directory
- Showcase your brand to HWCC members and the broader community through our platforms
- Be exclusively highlighted in articles and videos produced by HWCC
- Collaboration in organizing workshops, training sessions, and fundraising events
- Free job and event listings on our platforms
- Enjoy one-on-one sessions with our marketing team and access to digital toolkits and guides for growing your business.
- Enjoy a $50 discount on your membership fee if you are a member of another chamber
- Assistance with grand opening ceremony, ribbon cutting and promotion across HWCC platforms
Corporate
Membership
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- Be a part of the growing Asian American professional/business community
- Access to business development assistance
- Discounted access to HWCC workshops and resources
- Free admission to networking events
- Free listing in HWCC Member Directory
- Showcase your brand to HWCC members and the broader community through our platforms
- Be exclusively highlighted in articles and videos produced by HWCC
- Collaboration in organizing workshops, training sessions, and fundraising events
- Free job and event listings on our platforms
- Exclusive branding and business name featured on our website
- Enjoy a $50 discount on your membership fee if you are a member of another chamber
- Opportunities to connect with top talent and receive referrals for internship placements