Member Benefits
We believe that strong local businesses mean a strong local economy.
If you have a locally owned and independently operated business - and you believe your business has a role to play in creating a sustainable economy and community - we invite you to become a Founding Member!
Think Local Program
All founding business members are promoted through our citywide Think Local program, which aims to create a strong culture and practice of buying locally. All participating businesses receive exceptional print and online exposure through the campaign’s marketing and media partners, in-store materials, and a profile in our online directory. Read what you get with Think Local.
Additional Benefits
As membership grows, we'll develop benefits that leverage the power of the network:
1. Get Connected
Access fellow members' brainpower and experience! Online and in person, you'll be able to exchange valuable information about what works in your business, identify opportunities for collaboration, and build relationships with others who share your values. Highlights include:
- Creative networking and educational events
- Online networking and Q&A forums
- Collaborative working groups
2. Be Empowered
You want information and tools to source locally and fair trade, operate more sustainably, and become more connected with your community. With information about best practices, vendors, creative financing, public programs, and other partnerships, we'll make it easy to be a good business. Services may include:
- Inspiring case studies on local success stories
- Hands-on workshops with local experts
- Discounts to events and conferences
- An online resource center for best practices, incentive programs, assessment tools, funding opportunities, and affordable consulting services
3. Get Promoted
We'll increase community awareness of the importance of buying local, and help spread the word about the positive impact your business has on our economy, environment and community. You'll get great public visibility through our:
- Think Local program
- Online member directory
- A city-wide local rewards program (coming 2012!)
- Local media and marketing partnerships
- Spotlight promotion and sponsorship opportunities
- Window decal and use of the Network logo
4. Make an Impact
Working together, we can have much bigger impact than working alone. Imagine thousands of like-minded local businesses leveraging our collective voice and actions to make big change happen fast, through:
- Network-wide sustainability campaigns
- Policy advocacy
- Increased local and fair trade purchasing
Membership Types and Dues
We are an inclusive organization and offer several types of membership. See more information about who should join, or review the detailed criteria on our application form.
Basic Business Membership
Basic Business Membership is available to locally owned, independently operated businesses based in the Seattle-metropolitan area that share the Network's values of community and environmental stewardship. Basic Membership includes participation in Think Local: $345
Founding Business Membership (available only until 12/31/11 1/6/12)
Founding Business Membership is available to locally owned, independently operated businesses based in the Seattle-metropolitan area that share the Network's values of community and environmental stewardship. Founding Members participate in Think Local, get extra promotion and acknowledgment for their higher level of support, and will be acknowledged as a Founding Member for as long they are a member.
- Annual sales under $500,000: $395
- Annual sales between $500,000 and $1,000,000: $495
- Annual sales between $1,000,000 and $3,000,000: $795
- Annual sales above $3,000,000: $1095
Affiliate Membership
Affiliate Memberships are available to businesses in the community that are not locally-owned and independently-operated. Affiliate Members receive all the benefits of Business Members with the exception of promotional and marketing support (Affiliates are not part of the Think Local program): $250
Individual Membership
Available to any individual that wants to support the work of Seattle Good Business Network. Individual members have access to all member educational resources and events (individuals are not part of the Think Local program): $50
Interested? Apply Today!
Questions? Please contact Christine at christine @ seattlenetwork.org, or (206) 629-2345. We can't wait for you to join us!