Member Benefits

For Riverbend businesses and organizations, Growth Association membership is more than a membership—it’s a valuable resource for connection, growth, and success.

annual membership entitles you to:

  • Add 1,000+ names to your prospect list. Mailing labels and lists are an invaluable marketing tool. Request them by emailing Debbie.
  • Publicity for your business through ribbon cuttings.
  • Be published in our annual membership directory (circulation 10,000).
  • Attend monthly networking events as an opportunity to network and gain new business.
  • Be eligible for Growth Association business referrals. The Growth Association is proud to refer member businesses. Each day we receive calls asking for general information on specific businesses. Members are the first referrals given.
  • Access demographics on our region.
  • Linkage between municipalities.
  • Participate on one of our active committees and offer your input on our programs in membership and community development.
  • Discounts for nominally priced seminars and workshops.
  • Take advantage of value-added benefits such as discounts by using Constant Contact.
  • Business to business discount opportunities.
  • Free listing in Membership Directory section of website.
  • Deduct your membership investment as a necessary business expense.
Click Here to fill out a no-obligation membership application

What Our Members Say About Us

Being a Chamber member is valuable to my business because it demonstrates our organization's interest in being supportive and active members of the community.

Danny Adams, St. Louis Regional Airport

Being a Chamber member is valuable to my business because I can offer my customers the resources/ referrals that they might need to assist in their day-to-day activities/ needs.

Martha Schultz, First Mid Bank & Trust

Being a Chamber member is valuable to my business because it helps us build relationships, grow awareness, and stay connected!!

Boston Talley, Refuge

Being a Chamber member is valuable to my business because it keeps my business engaged, visible and invested in our community values. 

Alana Yount, Waggoner Equipment Rentals, LLC

Being a Chamber member is valuable to my business because it brings awareness about the importance of being the eyes and ears for vulnerable children in our community.

Erin Bickle, Refuge

Being a Chamber member is valuable to my business because beyond visibility and networking, membership gives us a voice in regional business conversations. RBGA serves as a forum where issues like workforce development, education, infrastructure, and economic policy are discussed in ways that directly impact companies like ours. Being at the table ensures we can help shape the environment we operate in - and contribute to initiatives that build a strong pipeline for future talent and industry growth.

Jane Saale, Cope Plastics, Inc.

Being a Chamber member is valuable to my business because the networking that is provided is unmatchable. You only get out of it what you put into it, but if you attend on a regular basis, it is a vital connection.

Christy Schult, Community Hope Center