The Southern Ocean Chamber is proud to unveil its newly enhanced website powered by the GrowthZone platform—designed to better serve our vibrant business community and elevate member visibility like never before. With this launch comes a refreshed suite of benefits tailored to support nonprofits, professionals, and partners alike.

Membership Levels & Benefits

Whether you're a mission-driven nonprofit, a growing business, or a regional powerhouse, our membership tiers offer strategic advantages to help you thrive.

NON-PROFIT MEMBERSHIP — $200 Annually

Support your mission while sustaining local community efforts. Non-profit members enjoy the same benefits as Professional Members, including:

• Access to all Chamber events and promotional opportunities
• Official business listing on the Chamber’s new website
• Opportunities to host featured events and engage with the community
• Recognition across our highly active Meta channels, reaching nearly 40,000 followers

This tier is ideal for organizations looking to amplify their impact while staying connected to the region’s economic heartbeat.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP — $250 Annually

Designed for businesses ready to grow and connect, Professional Members receive:

• Full access to Chamber events and promotional opportunities
• Official business listing on the new GrowthZone-powered website
• Ability to host featured events and engage directly with the community
• Recognition and showcases across Southern Ocean Chamber and LBI Region Meta channels
• Opportunity to sponsor the weekly newsblast for added exposure
• Exclusive sponsorship opportunities for dedicated Chamber webpages

This level ensures your business is front and center in the region’s most engaged digital spaces.

PARTNER MEMBERSHIP — $1000 Annually

For businesses seeking premium exposure and deeper engagement, Partner Members receive everything in the Professional tier, plus:

• Two dedicated weekly newsletter sponsorships annually
• Additional social media and podcast promotion to amplify reach
• Enhanced website listing for greater visibility
• Business featured as a webpage sponsor for premium exposure
• Exclusive opportunities to share information and promote member events

This valued tier is perfect for organizations looking to lead the conversation and maximize their regional influence.

The Chamber’s transition to GrowthZone brings a modern, mobile-friendly experience that streamlines member engagement, event registration, and promotional opportunities. Members can now manage their profiles, access benefits, and connect with the community more efficiently than ever. Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, there's never been a better time to join or renew your membership. Explore the new platform, discover your benefits, and let the Chamber help you connect. 

Ready to grow with us? Visit ournew website (at the same url visitlbiregion.com) and choose the membership that fits your goals. Have questions about your current membership or need more information on upcoming events? Contact our office Monday-Friday 10am to 4pm at 609 494 7211 located at 703 Mill Creek Road Suite G Manahawkin, NJ. Connect with us daily on @LBI Region and @southernoceanchamber meta profiles as well as on air weekly at WBNJ FM for the LBI Region Report,