Develop, Encourage, Promote, Protect

The Parma Area Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit organization that exists to welcome and help grow businesses, expand existing businesses, and partner with the community to make Parma, Parma Heights, and Seven Hills a great place to live, work, and visit. The mission of the Parma Area Chamber of Commerce is to develop, encourage, promote, and protect the commercial, professional, industrial, financial, and general business interests of the Parma Area. Chamber members partner with individuals, businesses, organizations, and municipal leaders to meet the changing needs of the economy. The Chamber knows that businesses thrive by providing opportunities for leadership, networking, innovative business programs, education, and community involvement.

Investing in becoming a member of the Parma Area Chamber of Commerce gives you many benefits including monthly membership meetings, after-hour events, weekly newsletters, group discounts on health insurance and workers compensation policies, targeted advertising and sponsorships, and networking opportunities.

The Parma Area Chamber of Commerce is host to the largest annual community event, the Rib ‘N’ Rock cook-off. With support from local businesses, this family friendly festival features a competition for the best ribs and best sauce, along with top-notch entertainment, and an array of local food vendors.

The success of our chamber is found in its members. From individual entrepreneurs and mid-sized business owners to corporate executives, it is apparent we all have one thing in common - the sincere desire to make each other successful. Join us at an upcoming luncheon or networking event to experience the support of our members waiting to help you be successful.

For more information, contact the Chamber at 440-886-1700 or Executivedirector@parmaareachamber.org.

Joining your local chamber of commerce offers various benefits for individuals and businesses, including significant cost savings. Here's why you should consider becoming a member:

1. Cost Savings: Your local chamber partners with NOACC (Northern Ohio Area Chamber of Commerce) to provide exclusive discounts on business services like group health insurance, workers' compensation, energy solutions, shipping, and more. Accessing these cost-saving opportunities can reduce business expenses and potentially offset membership fees.

2. Business Programming: Chambers organize workshops, webinars, and training sessions on business development,