The Hinckley Area Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization serving businesses in the greater Hinckley Area. Our membership is composed of around 100 local businesses. The Chamber is here to support the business community and help make Hinckley a great place to work, live, play and do business.  Together we can accomplish great things.  Providing a connection in a business environment brings people and organizations together to support one another and advance our interests.  We work to find ways for you to network with other members, have opportunities to showcase and promote your business, get your business name in front of potential customers and get involved in the Chamber through committee work.


​By becoming a Chamber member, you are committing to yourself and to your community and encouraging growth and economic development for the local area. The Hinckley Chamber strives to provide opportunities for networking, education and development so our members can grow and prosper.

We would love the opportunity to meet with you and show you how the Chamber can be a benefit to you and your business. Give us a call or email today!

Considering Membership?

​​​​​​​The Hinckley Area Chamber of Commerce is:

  • A great place to meet like-minded people in our community
  • The trusted resource helping you build the visibility and credibility of your business in our community
  • A good value for your membership investment
  • A group that you enjoy being part of


Networking

  • Quarterly Meetings, second Tuesday of the month
  • Committee participation can be a great way to network
  • Event Planning Committees helps plan Chamber events
  • Board of Directors oversees all aspects of Chamber operation


Marketing

  • Chamber website with emphasis on membership directory. Enhanced listings and limited advertising available.
  • HACC Community Guide has an exclusive printed membership directory and local community events. Distributed at local locations and the Corn & Clover Carnival, Ribfest, Pine County Fair.
  • Referral Service by Chamber staff who respond to requests from the general public for information about area businesses and organizations – we only refer to members!


Credibility
Chamber membership conveys to potential customers that a company uses good business practices and is reputable.

  • Businesses who join a chamber of commerce visibly demonstrate their long-term commitment to the community.
  • Consumer studies show that chamber member products and services are perceived to be better than those of competitors.
  • When consumers know that a small business is a member of a chamber, they are 44% more likely to think favorably of it and 63% more likely to purchase goods and services from it.
  • When consumers know that the local site of a national franchise is a member of a chamber, they are 40% more likely to patronize it in the next few months.​
  • When consumers know that an insurance company is a member of a chamber, they are 43% more likely to consider buying insurance from it.


Source:  Market Street Research, “The Real Value of Joining a Local Chamber of Commerce.”

 Community Involvement

  • Bowling Tournament Hinckley vs. Sandstone Chambers of Commerce for competition, networking, and fun.  
  • Corn & Clover Carnival our annual Summer Festival held in July.  Parade, carnival, music, entertainment, softball tournament, kiddie parade, Miss Hinckley, crafters and so much more
  • Hinckley’s Smokin’ Ribfest is an annual fall BBQ and celebration that engages residents and draws lots of visitors to our community each year in September.
  • Hinckley Chamber Taste Expo held in the Kettle Room at Tobies in October. A great way to socialize and enjoy a wide variety of wines, beers and spirits and delicious appetizers. Great discounts from the Firehouse Liquor store to attendees. Don’t miss this one!
  • Widows Weekend Craft Show held annually on hunting opener in November, at the Hinckley Community Center
  • ​​Hinckley Christmas Community Dinner is held in December. The Community Dinner is a great evening at Tobies.  We celebrate the winner of the 'Volunteer of the Year' and enjoy great food and fun and games.  This is a great way to do your business Holiday party without all of the work.