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Use your Ireland Chamber - US Membership to receive a $300 discount on a spectacular Ryder Cup package. more> |
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| Calendar of Events
Euro Chambers Networking Event Tuesday, May 13, 2008 more>
Korea Trade Show NY 2008 Wednesday, May 14, 2008 more>
Seminar: Critical & Current Issues Concerning Governance, Succession, and Ownership-Transfer Monday, June 23, 2008 more>
Annual Summer Golf Outing at the K-Club Thursday, June 26, 2008 more>
American Celtic Ball 2008 more>
Business Lecture Series more>
New York | Chamber Networking Nights more>
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- President Mary McAleese, President of Ireland |
T. 908-286-1300
Business. People.™
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| Become a Member
The Ireland Chamber - United States, is a non-profit membership organization promoting the business interests of its members and the development of economic, commercial, financial and educational relationships between the United States and Ireland.
Our membership consists of business executives, professionals and individuals in the United States, Ireland and Northern Ireland. Representing all sectors of industry and commerce, the Chamber promotes business firms and individuals in both the United States and Ireland.
The Chamber encourages and facilitates business relationships by providing extensive opportunities for networking and the exchange of information and ideas.
We have a 20 year track record of accomplishment and achievement. Our role in facilitating economic development has been recognized on both sides of the Atlantic.
Executive Network of Decision-Makers
Whether from a large multi-national corporation or a newly established business, Chamber members are decision-makers. Membership in the Chamber provides contacts at the highest levels in a wide variety of business in the United States and Ireland.
Establishing the Irish Connection
The chamber is closely affiliated with Chambers Ireland and the |
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| Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce, Invest Northern Ireland and many other governmental and membership bodies that promote trade, commerce and investment. By joining the Chamber, you enhance your business prospects by gaining access to the resources of the leading business networks in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Making Contacts
The Chamber's mission of facilitating business relationships includes frequent opportunities for members and their guests to meet at our events. Whether at breakfast meetings with a guest speaker, our annual golf outing, our annual St. Patrick's Day Breakfast or our Celtic Ball black-tie gala event, or informal "Business After Hours" networking opportunities, membership at any level in our Chamber promotes valuable contacts for your business.
Chamber Membership Levels
> Founding Charter Member
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Access to domestic, international executives and entrepreneurs |
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Management team, CEO level networking |
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Turn-key path to venture capital |
| • | Dedicated Chamber staff assigned to key initiatives |
| • | Charitable Giving strategies and cause-related marketing research |
| • | Streamlined introduction into the marketplace in Ireland, Northern Ireland or the United States |
| • | Better leverage opportunities within US investment in Ireland and Irish investment in the US |
| • | Opportunity to join select trade missions (US to Ireland or vice-versa) |
| • | 5 additional staff listings per year |
| • | Includes all benefits of the Corporate Member level |
| • | Access to domestic, international executives and entrepreneurs |
| | $10,000 ($1,000 annual renewal fee after Year I) Click here to process your online Membership Fee |
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> Corporate Member
| • | Senior level Networking |
| • | Peer to Peer idea sharing & business opportunities |
| • | Access to business resources and Ireland US market research |
| • | Opportunity to join select trade missions (USA to Ireland or vice-versa) |
| • | Access to Irish and US public policy networks and issues |
| • | Charitable Giving strategies and cause-related marketing research |
| • | Preferred pricing for corporate re-branding campaigns |
| • | Quick access to beneficial information and relationships |
| • | Increase your visibility within the Irish and Irish American community |
| • | Stay current with the competition and business trends |
| • | 2 additional free listings per year |
| • | Includes all benefits of the Professional Member level |
| | $1,000 per annum Click here to process your online Membership Fee |
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> Professional Member
| • | Mid-management level networking |
| • | Increase your visibility within the Irish and Irish American community |
| • | Peer to peer idea sharing & business opportunities |
| • | Access formal and informal networking opportunities |
| • | Access to Irish and US public policy networks and issues |
| • | Promote your business to fellow members at a preferred rate (online & print) |
| • | Stay current with the competition and business trends |
| • | Opportunity for discounted hotels and Irish golf packages |
| • | Preferred pricing for special events, receptions, lectures in all 7 Chapters |
| | $500 per annum Click here to process your online Membership Fee |
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> Individual Member
| • | Mid-management level networking |
| • | Increase your visibility within the Irish and Irish American community |
| • | Peer to peer idea sharing & business opportunities |
| • | Access formal and informal networking opportunities |
| • | Access to Irish and US public policy networks and issues |
| • | Promote your business to fellow members at a preferred rate (online & print) |
| • | Opportunity for discounted hotels and Irish golf packages |
| • | Preferred pricing for special events, receptions, lectures in all 7 Chapters |
| • | Fantastic platform for recent college graduates or those changing careers |
| | $250 per annum Click here to process your online Membership Fee |
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> Young Professional Member
| • | Open doors to myriad business opportunities |
| • | Increase your visibility within the Irish and Irish American community |
| • | Access to Irish and US public policy networks and issues |
| • | Access formal and informal networking opportunities |
| • | Opportunity for discounted hotels and Irish golf packages |
| • | Preferred pricing for special events, receptions, lectures in all 7 Chapters |
| • | Fantastic platform for recent college graduates or those changing careers |
| | $125 per annum Click here to process your online Membership Fee |
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Download Membership Application Form >
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More Membership Benefits Coming Soon in 2008:
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Membership access to an online business directory |
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Membership profile directory |
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Discounted continuing education programs |
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Discounted business research tools |
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FAQ'S
Q. | When was this organization founded? |
| A. | It was founded in 1989 by a group of cutting-edge Irish and American business people who firmly believed that a stronger economic relationship between the two countries could be achieved through facilitating Trans-Atlantic business and investment. |
Q. | How many Chapters are there in the USA? |
| A. | There are 7 Chapters in the USA
- Atlanta
- Connecticut
- Minnesota
- New England
- New Jersey
- New York
- Washington, DC |
Q. | What sort of events can I participate in? |
| A. | All chapters offer a wide variety of both formal and informal forums that are designed to encourage idea-sharing, networking and business growth for all members. These range from casual after work receptions, trade missions, to guest lecturers in business, government relations, trade, policy and philanthropy. We also offer golf tournaments and black-tie affairs. In particular our 2008 American Celtic Ball will be Oct 9, 2008 in New York City. |
Q. | Why are there different Membership levels? |
| A. | Our entire Membership suite offers preferred pricing for attending events, networking forums or for advertising within our print and online mediums. Our philosophy is that a prospective Member should have a wide range of price-point choices so to select the appropriate level for their budget. |
Q. | Do I have to be Irish or Irish-American to become a Member? |
| A. | No. We have a diverse membership base, one that is comprised simply of business people who are seeking to strategically leverage our network for the benefit of their business. |
Q. | How do I Become a Member? |
| A. | You can become a Member today through our secure Online processing by clicking here or you can Download our Membership application here; complete it and Fax it to (908) 286-1200. Or we can process your application over the phone by Calling us at (908) 286-1300.
Please ask for Brain McGinley. |
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