OUR PROGRAMS
We have a range of programs and initiatives to enhance the environment for the community, economic and entrepreneurial development in and around Virginia.
Core Membership
A basic membership, scaled to grow with your business.
It includes:
- On-line /Print member directory listing
- VCEN window decal for your physical office and digital logo for your virtual office
- Member-to-member discounts to help you save money on the cost of doing business
- Member-only advertising and sponsorship opportunities
- Opportunity to participate on volunteer committees
- Special member rate to events that will build your network and provide you with knowledge and tools to grow your business
Network Membership
A membership designed to build your network.
* All benefits in Core Membership plus:
- Monthly Luncheon season ticket
- Grow Business Workshop ticket
- Access to apply for VCEN Forum networks
- Company logo and/or photos in online membership directory
- Membership postal mailing list (digital file)
- Inauguration, Awards, Ribbon cutting ceremony or open house(up to one available/week)
Champion Membership
A membership designed to achieve broader business visibility.
* All benefits in Network membership plus:
- Published article on your area of expertise or video interview with select business presidents for display on vcen.org website
- Host Regional District Business Outing at your place of business or Event Supporting Sponsorship
- Spotlight Sponsorship of one Monthly Luncheon (Limited availability)
- VCEN Today headlined marketing email (2,500+ contacts)
Enterprise Membership
A membership for executives to connect.
* All benefits of Champion membership plus:
- Access to exclusive business and civic leaders reception
- Access to letters of introduction
- Headshot in print membership directory distributed to all members for display
- Recognition on vcen.org website
- Professional development for your protégé employee through the Smarter Business Series
- Priority tickets to the Annual Gala and Legislative Reception
Civic Circle Membership
A membership for civic service recognition of company or executives.
Community Leaders receive all benefits the VCEN has to offer plus a customized package created by the Member Council and VCEN president.
Half of the investment backs initiatives that make your community and Virginia a more competitive and attractive place to do business and raise a family.
Such initiatives include:
- Legislative advocacy at the local and state levels
- Leadership program, initiating civic leaders
- P. R. A. I. S. E. - Civic Development & Engagement Symposium
- Entrepreneurial Business Council, empowering business leaders Conference
- Virginia YP, cultivating young professional development