Member Benefits & Discounts
Preble County Safety Council
At the heart of the Preble County Safety Council lies a dedicated mission: to foster a culture of safety through education, training, networking and access to valuable resources.
Members who actively participate by attending 10 out of 12 monthly safety meetings can unlock an exclusive benefit—a 3% rebate on their worker’s compensation premiums. In 2023, Chamber members collectively saved more than $20k on their premiums, showcasing the tangible benefits of active participation.
Plus, as a bonus for Preble County Chamber of Commerce members, enjoy a $25 discount on your annual dues, making membership even more rewarding. For those not yet part of the Chamber, annual dues are set at $125.
Explore the comprehensive resources and benefits available through the Preble County Safety Council by visiting our page today!
Medical Benefit Plan
Save On Group Health Benefits for Your Small Business.
Join the Anthem SOCA Benefit Plan and provide your employees with comprehensive, affordable health coverage designed specifically for small businesses.
The SOCA Benefit Plan administered by Anthem is a multiple-employer welfare arrangement (MEWA) that allows small businesses and sole proprietors to join together in a self-funded group to access health benefits typically reserved for large employers.
401K Retirement Plans
The SOCA Pooled Income Plan (PEP), is a contribution program managed by Ascensus that works similarly to popular 401(k) plans offered by individual employers, with many advantages for your small business and employees. Contact us for more information and to get started.
Life, Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance
The Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance provides an extensive range of programs to our chamber member businesses. We understand the importance of safeguarding your future and offer a robust range of insurance options tailored to meet your needs.
- Life Insurance – Protect those who matter most with comprehensive life insurance plans.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance – Ensure financial stability when unforeseen circumstances arise.
- Short-Term Disability Insurance – Receive immediate financial assistance where there is temporary setback or illness.
Learn more with a short video here.
Group Rated Workers Comp Program
Sedgwick Saves You Time & Money with their Group Rated Workers Comp Program
Sedgwick is proud to deliver workers’ compensation claims management and cost containment strategies to nearly 60,000 hardworking Ohio employers and have the endorsement of more than 340 associations, chambers of commerce, governmental agencies and public sector organizations.
They offer quality service and stability through the complex workers’ compensation environment freeing up time better spent on your organization’s objectives. Group rating programs administered by Sedgwick have produced over $4 billion in savings since group rating was introduced in 1991, and their group retrospective programs have returned over $900 million in premium refunds since the program began in 2009.
A few of the services they offer include:
- Reportable Payroll and True-up
- Unemployment Claims Solutions
- Supervisor Procedure Checklist
- Safety Intervention Grant Program
- Group Retro Rating New Employers
- Group Rating New Employers
Click here to learn “Why Sedgwick?” For more information, or for a no-cost, no-obligation quote of your potential premium savings, contact the Preble County Chamber’s representative, Julia Bowling by email julia.bowling@sedgwick.com or (513) 218-4062.
Solution Focused HR
Solution Focused HR assists small businesses in the Midwest with Human Resources. To Preble County Chamber members, they also offer the following:
Workshops at a reduced rate for chamber members (both the in-person session and the webinars)
Discount on their Ask HR program including unlimited telephone and email HR support.
Please visit Solution Focused HR to learn more or to schedule a meeting to discuss their services.
Chamber Energy Program
Community Energy Advisors (CEA) is a Public Utilities Commission of Ohio certified energy management firm that educates and empowers organizations of all sizes to maximize the economics of their energy assets. Through the Chamber Energy Program, CEA provides Chamber members with Education, Savings, and Protection on both regulated and deregulated energy expenses. With a credible partner looking out for your bottom-line, members enjoy peace of mind and budget-ability when it comes to your utility costs.
If you would like to obtain a free quote to see how much you can save on your electricity and natural gas, simply choose one of the following options.
- Call 330-208-2082
- Email a recent copy of your utility bill to chamberenergy@ceateam.com
Payroll Processing
Powered by one of the best work force management systems on the market (UKG Workforce Ready), Payroll Processing Services, offered through SOCA and Payroll Partners, is a fully integrated cloud-based payroll, talent, time and scheduling service.
To learn more, please watch their video on YouTube here or visit thour SOCA website to complete a form to request a free consultation.
Save on Shipping and Freight Services through PartnerShip
Through a partnership with PartnerShip, Chamber members have access to savings benefits to fit their shipping needs through the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance (SOCA):
- Exclusive FedEx discounts available through the FedEx Advantage program
- Freight savings with competitive carriers through PartnerShip.
To learn more, please watch their video or visit the SOCA website.
MERCHANT SERVICES PROCESSING
The right payment solution can help grow your business, set you apart from competitors and expand your brand. That’s why the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance has partnered with U.S. Bank Merchant Payment Services to provide members with innovative payment processing solutions at exclusive members-only pricing.
Whether you do business online, in-person, or on the go, U.S.Bank Merchant Payment Services makes accepting credit and debit card payments quick, easy, and secure. More than a processor, their payment solutions help increase your sales, improve business operations, and control business costs.
Your business is unique. Your payment solutions should be too. Visit our website to get a free quote from U.S. Bank Merchant Payment Services quote today.
Discounted Document Shredding
Unlock exclusive savings with L&M Products! Chamber members can now enjoy discounted rates on professional document shredding services.
Conveniently located in Eaton, Ohio, L&M Products is your trusted partner in secure document disposal. Reach out today for a personalized quote and start saving!
For more information, contact Chris Armstrong: 937-456-7141 extension 213.
Certificate of Origin
Are you looking to streamline your international trade operations and access preferential tariffs? Look no further! As a member of the Preble County Chamber of Commerce, you have exclusive access to our FREE Certificate of Origin (CO) service. You provide the documents and we’ll stamp them with the proof of origin.
While this service is free, it is also limited by our office hours (M-F 10am-2pm). Want 24/7 access to a certificate of origin service you can access from your computer?
Please visit the SOCA website to learn about the discounted certificate of origin service offered by the American World Trade Chamber of Commerce (AWTCC) in partnership with the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance (SOCA).