What We Do

Whether you need assistance navigating systems, are seeking a letter of support for a project, or advocating for policy change at the local or state level, you will always have an advocate in the Amherst Area Chamber. Your Chamber staff and Government Affairs & Policy Advocacy Committee are informed, engaged, advocating for economic development, and representing your interests. We are in the room and at the table. The Chamber proposes policy, advises officials and stakeholders at every level, and weighs in on proposed legislation and regulations. We are in your corner, fighting for you.

Seeking advocacy around an issue or a letter of support? Submit an inquiry here or contact Chamber staff directly.

Relocating your business? The Chamber is the place to start.

Just getting your feet wet or simply need a space to get work done? AmherstWorks is a co-working space in the Amherst Area. Incubator space is currently being developed in Downtown Amherst.

The future is here. The Chamber can recommend real estate and development opportunities in the Amherst Area and connect you with the partners you need.

A Certificate of Origin (CO) is an important international trade document that certifies that goods in a particular export shipment are wholly obtained, produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. They declare the ‘nationality’ of the product and also serve as a declaration by the exporter to satisfy customs or trade requirements.  

The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce can certify a Certificate of Origin for members in good standing in Massachusetts. Complete the Certificate of Origin Form and send it to info@amherstarea.com and an Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce staff members will follow up with you directly. 

Additional Resources: 

• International Chamber of Commerce
• U.S. Customs & Border Protection 

Submit a request below or contact Chamber staff directly for further assistance. 

The Chamber is a leading player in the region's strategic effort to recruit new business, retain and develop a talented workforce, and foster a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation. Along with business leader partners we are able to cast and vision, plan for the future. By doing so, we help manage and grow your business. 

Current Economic Development Initiatives 

Coming Soon! To Launch Fall 2020

Member-To-Member Hot Deals

You will be part of abundant networking opportunities. Our popular "After Fives", breakfasts, workshops, and annual signature events give Chamber members a chance to meet face-to-face, expand their network, and connect with other professionals. Building relationships is an important part of running a business. Chamber membership will help you do that.

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You will be both recommenced and referred to fellow members and the community-at-large. The Chamber responds to the dozens of customer inquiries we receive monthly by phone, email, online, and that walk into our Visitors' Information Center. Make sure you are on our list! We work hard to ensure that your membership returns tangible visibility and sales to you and your organization. 

The Chamber's Member Directory is a starting place. Feel free to reach out to Chamber staff directly for concierge services, referrals, and recommendations. Submit an inquiry here or contact Chamber staff directly.

Thinking of moving to the Amherst area? Submit an inquiry here or contact Chamber staff directly. We can provide you with information resources to help make your move as smooth as possible. 

Check out the Real Estate, Moving & Storage listing on our Member Directory. 

The Chamber hosts and provides marketing and outreach services for groundbreaking ceremonies, ribbon cuttings, grand openings, and anniversaries for our Members. Submit an inquiry here or contact Chamber staff directly. 

Seeking business advice? Our door is always open. As a member, the Chamber will provide you with professional development opportunities as well as coach you through business challenges and transitions.

The Chamber hosts monthly office hours with the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center (MSBDC) and can set you up with undergraduate and graduate-level student researchers and consultants from our institutions of higher ed. 

Additionally, the can refer you to great local resources including professional coaches as well as our partners:

• Small Business Development Team at Valley Community Development
• Western Mass SCORE Chapter 
• Complete list of business development resources and coaches

At Chamber workshops, you will hear from experts on topics ranging from technical such as leveraging social media, email marketing, and to how to gain more leads with through your website and SEO to more general management and operations subjects such as our "9 Lies That Are Holding Your Business Back" series and "How to love your customer so they love you back" event. Get ready to grow! 

The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce and Amherst Business Improvement District (BID) co-manage the Visitors' Information Center in Downtown Amherst. Member's materials can be featured in the VIC. 

Visit the Amherst Area

Visit Hampshire County

Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Attractions

Looking for more information? Submit a request here or contact Chamber staff directly.

Make the Chamber part of your marketing strategy. We offer a variety of opportunities through traditional and digital marketing to increase the visibility (breadth) and impact (depth) of your marketing.

Visibility begins with membership. Member information is promoted on our digital platforms and on display in the Visitor Information Center. Search engine optimization (SEO) of the Chamber website and Member Directory places your name in front of targeted customers. Through Google Analytics and our CRM database, the Chamber can share stats and track your ROI.

Additional Marketing Opportunities:  

• Event Sponsorship
• Downtown Amherst Banner Campaign
• Create a Custom Marketing

Submit a request below or contact Chamber staff directly. 

Also, check out fellow Chamber Members that are marketing gurus:

Review your Chamber directory profile, and its stats, and ensure you are getting the most your of your listing. 

Contact the Chamber's Director of Engagement & Development Heather Heamel at heather@amherstarea.com to get started with a virtual or in-person consult.