Membership
Join the Carlsbad Chamber.
More than 1,100 businesses already have. Join the largest chamber in North County and put your business in the middle of everything happening in Carlsbad.
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1,100+
member businesses
15,000+
local professionals reached by our e-newsletter
8,000+
readers of the Carlsbad Business Journal in print, 13,000 online
11,000+
carlsbad.org pageviews every month
Pick the level that fits
Three levels: Connector, Catalyst and Champion. Every level gets you in the door. Higher levels add more visibility and more ways to lead.
Connector
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- Assigned Ambassador mentor to help you get started
- Member pricing for events, plus discounted booths at the Village Faire, Green Expo and Senior Expo
- Free ribbon cutting ceremony, with photos on Chamber social media
- 1 category listing in the Business Resource Guide, plus a listing in the Carlsbad Chamber app
- Group welcome on Chamber social channels and a text welcome in the Carlsbad Business Journal
- NetForce referral group membership for $150 a year (if your industry seat is open)
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Catalyst
Best for: [[PLACEHOLDER: who the Catalyst level is for]]
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- Everything in Connector, plus NetForce membership included
- 3 category listings in the Business Resource Guide
- Ribbon cutting video reel for social media
- Free sidebar ad on the online directory for 2 months
- Free admission to monthly happy hours (2 guests) and priority to host one
- Present workshops and use our conference rooms 2x a year
- First Friday Breakfast Soap Box and e-newsletter sponsorship 1x a year, plus 2 podcast episodes
Champion
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- Everything in Catalyst, plus 5 category listings with your logo in the Business Resource Guide
- Individual social media welcome and a logo welcome in the Carlsbad Business Journal
- Free admission to monthly First Friday Breakfasts (1 guest)
- Membership for up to 10 associated businesses
- Free leaderboard ad on the online directory for 3 months, plus a 6-month sidebar ad
- Workshops and conference rooms 4x a year, 4 podcast episodes, and priority as a podcast guest
- Listed in the Champion category online, and an invitation to the exclusive "Evening With..."
Not sure which level is right? Book a quick call and we'll help you choose.
Included at every level
- Member Directory listing
- Ribbon cutting at no extra cost
- Free Job Board postings
- Member discounts and Hot Deals
- Member events and committees
- Chamber Clubs at no cost to join
What happens after you join
No guesswork. Here's your first month.
- We say hello. Send your application and someone from our membership team follows up with you promptly.
- You get listed. Your business goes into the Member Directory, and you get your login to the member portal to update your profile, post Hot Deals and register for events.
- You meet the room. Come to Chamber 101, our new member orientation, and the Ambassadors and New Members Happy Hour. Our Ambassadors reach out to every new member.
- You celebrate. Schedule your ribbon cutting. Give us at least 15 business days' notice and we handle the invites, the ribbon and the giant scissors.
The Carlsbad Chamber is an incredible organization that has helped me tremendously as a business owner in Carlsbad, CA. The combined leadership of Bret and Kathleen is unparalleled, and if you are looking into having a pro-business partner, this group is the one to do so.
Tyler Reese, [[PLACEHOLDER: Tyler Reese business name]]
Rated 5.0 on Google from 512 reviews.
Questions we hear a lot
Do I have to be located in Carlsbad to join?
No. Many of our members are based elsewhere in North County and beyond.
Which membership level should I choose?
Connector, Catalyst and Champion all get you into the directory, the events and the network. The higher levels add more visibility and leadership perks. If you're on the fence, book a quick call and we'll walk you through it.
How much does membership cost?
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Can nonprofits join?
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What is Netforce, and can I try it?
Netforce is our referral networking program. Each group allows only one professional per industry, so the referrals you get are yours. Visiting a meeting is free, and you can mark your interest right on the application.
How do I get a ribbon cutting?
It's included with membership at no extra cost. Contact us at least 15 business days before your preferred date and we'll help you plan it.
Can I change my level later?
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How do I pay and renew?
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I'm already a member. Where do I log in?
Head to the member portal at web.carlsbad.org/portal to update your listing, post Hot Deals and register for events.
Ready when you are.
The application is short. Prefer to talk it through first? Book a call with our membership team or give us a ring.
Start your applicationBook a call with Membership
Or call (760) 931-8400 and ask for Kathleen McNary, Vice President of Member Services, ext. 216.