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In 2026, we celebrate a milestone-our 45th anniversary and launch a Membership Campaign worthy of the legacy we’ve built together. Our theme continues to guide us: Building a Legacy for Cobb.
From the cranes shaping our skyline to the tireless dedication of hundreds of committee members, to our Economic Development efforts recruiting and retaining high-quality jobs, every action we take becomes part of Cobb’s story. This campaign is about more than growth-it’s about cultivating the next generation of leaders within your organizations and ensuring our collective engagement leaves a lasting mark on this community.
To build something that stands the test of time requires vision, commitment, and momentum. For 45 years, the Cobb Chamber has helped shape the business landscape of our region by strengthening relationships, championing advocacy, and driving prosperity. Now, we look ahead to the decades to come.
In honor of our 45th year, we are introducing “Through the Decades.” Each Division will represent one of the five decades of our campaign’s history—celebrating the style, leadership, and defining moments that shaped Cobb.
We already know what so many members discover firsthand: the Cobb Chamber is more than a membership. It is a movement. Together, we are ensuring Cobb remains home of the most determined trailblazers and innovators, where businesses succeed and people prosper.
We’ll still have our Facebook group too to keep everyone engaged, informed and, most importantly, encouraged. Make it a point to join the group and use it to motivate your team and push us all toward the goal. Watch for event reminders too. Everyone is welcome to join the group and contribute content! Please contact Emily Walls at ewalls@cobbchamber.org to be added. Don’t forget to use your own Social Media as a great way to spread the word during campaign. Let your friends and business contacts know how the Chamber supports your business and post pictures with fellow members and at events—let’s boost everyone’s production! We should all be proud to be pro-business builders of success for Cobb. And don’t forget to leverage all the chamber events to invite your prospects to experience the Chamber first hand!
We’ve assembled a team to connect you with resources to meet your individual and team goals throughout the campaign. I encourage you to seek out your 2026 Division Chairs for advice, troubleshooting ideas, and support on key prospect meetings. Thank you being part of this year’s efforts. Now let’s go break some records!
February 9 – Marquee Monday Campaign Kick Off
February 12 – Campaign University
February 23 – *Engage New Member Orientation
February 24 – Campaign University
March 5 – Campaign University “Last Chance U”
March 20 – Deadline Campaign Turn-In #1 *
March 24 – Campaign Party #1
March 31 – *Engage New Member Orientation
April 15 – Deadline Campaign Turn-In #2/Mid
April 15 – Team Leadership Mid-Point Reception
April 20 – *Engage New Member Orientation
May 4 – Meet the Chamber Reception
May 15 – Deadline Campaign Check-In #3
June 1 – *Engage New Member Orientation
June 17 – Deadline Campaign Final Turn-In
June 23 – Campaign Victory Party
July 8 – Big Trip Meeting
July 14-19 or July 24-28 – Big Trip
*Can attend one ENGAGE for personal training and additional ones only if your renewal(s) are going to attend.
770-859-2325
2026 Campaign Chair
770-757-2766
Division Chair
404-271-5045
Division Chair
770-262-2433
Division Chair
404-510-0400
Division Chair
770-789-2332
Division Chair
678-300-9785
Use the following information to help with talking points as you speak with prospects and renewals.
Becoming a member of the Chamber means that you’ll gain access to a host of empowering resources including talent development programs and substantial member savings partnerships, all while forging relationships with economic and community impacts. You’ll also enjoy invitations to our calendar of engaging events, from inspiring roundtable discussions to easy-going social functions.
But most importantly, membership means joining the ranks of Cobb County’s foremost movers, shakers and innovators. Being a Chamber member means that you’ll never have to go it alone. Here, you’ll be given a seat at the table, an opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, gain valuable prospects and opportunities, and benefit from the perspectives of people with relevant, local experience.
We believe in creating jobs, promoting business, strengthening Cobb, and you. Through our advocacy efforts, we ensure that our county is a healthy place to do business. Activities at the local, state and federal government affect your business. Our government affairs committee and chamber team work on your behalf regarding issues such as economic development, transportation and infrastructure, taxes, regulations, education, health care and much more.
The Chamber advocacy efforts extend beyond the Georgia legislative session. Throughout the year, the Chamber hosts various events, trips and leads efforts regarding important local government topics and economic development assets.
Members enjoy access to a wide array of inspiring events, supportive benefits, and thoughtful resources. Whether it’s attending a signature event, applying for an award program, marketing your business through sponsorship opportunities, or gaining professional development, our extensive list of member benefits helps companies make valuable connections with other professionals and local businesses.
In addition, our programs and events offer a diverse set of experiences from discussion in intimate groups to keynote addresses at large-scale events and after-hours networking to classroom-setting seminars. We also help companies save thousands through exclusive cost-savings programs on things like insurance and office supplies. Many companies find these savings alone pay for their membership.
Devoted to fostering strong economic development in Cobb County, SelectCobb is the Chamber’s strategy that works to attract, recruit and retain high-quality jobs. SelectCobb helps drive opportunity home and keep Georgia the number . It is the mission of the Cobb Economic Development team to strengthen our local economy and drive the creation of jobs and investment.
The teamwork in Cobb provides prospects a full service offering to a variety of location possibilities. Each entity works together and plays a crucial role in not only the recruitment, but also the retention and expansion of Cobb businesses. The Cobb Chamber serves as the single point of contact for economic development initiatives for both new and existing businesses. SelectCobb efforts have an enormous positive ripple impact on the Cobb business community. Just last year, our SelectCobb team brought in more than 1,000 new high-quality jobs and over $121 Million in new investment for both new business recruitment and existing industry expansions. This brings our total since SelectCobb started 12 years ago to over 48,000 high quality jobs and nearly $6.55 billion in new investment throughout Cobb.
These results are because of strong partnerships with our economic development partners at the state, Cobb County Government, our cities, utility partners, development authority, CIDs, WorkSource Cobb, Cobb Travel and Tourism, our school systems, universities and SelectCobb investors
Why should You Come?
Why should You Come?
Why should You Come?
Team dollar and new member goals are pre-determined by Campaign Leadership in conjunction with the Team Captain and Team Executive. Everyone who produces will earn a prize based on production. Minimum team goal is $12,000.
All Team Captains who meet their team goal of $30,000 or more by the final turn-in may earn “The Big Trip” in July. Teams may have one team captain for every $30,000 of their goal.
Note: There are no adjustments to goals or team captains after February 12, 2026
July 2026
Earn your spot by selling $16,500 in new members, eligible renewals (2024 & 2025), ads and ad renewals by June 17, 2026. If you cannot go on the scheduled dates, you must choose another prize.
Earn your trip spot automatically by meeting your team goal of $30,000 or more by the final turn-in. You will not choose the Big Trip as your prize for individual production, but you are eligible to choose another prize. If you cannot go on the scheduled dates, you must forfeit the trip. If a team has more than one team captain, one team captain qualifies for each $30,000 in production.
$16,500+ in production earns individuals not only the big trip, but also a “Campaign Achievement Award,” which will be given at Annual Dinner. $25,000+ in production means you can choose a prize off the board in addition to the Big Trip.
The top producer of the overall campaign will receive an upgraded Big Trip room!
For teams with only one person acting as Team Captain, Team Executive and sole producer, if $16,500 in production is reached, they are eligible to go on the Big Trip as their only prize.
For teams with only one person acting as Team Captain, Team Executive and sole producer, if $16,500 in production is reached, they are eligible to go on the Big Trip as their only prize.
At the Victory Celebration, volunteers receive individual prizes for production. These prizes range from trips and tickets for sporting events to electronics and gift certificates to various restaurants and stores.
The Cobb Chamber offers three membership levels for for-profit businesses, as well as separate rates for non-profits and sole proprietors.
Breakdown of membership level benefits and other supporting resources available at Member Resources.
NOTE: If 60+ days go by and you have not spoken to the prospect again, we cannot prevent someone from contacting them.
Please continue to update Chamber staff on progress.
Any membership sold after June 17 will be credited toward 2027 production.
Note: Only full payment of Signature memberships will count. Quarterly or semi-annual Signature membership payments are not permitted.
All changes to team member credit awarded by the Team Captain to team members MUST be made in writing by 2 p.m. on June 12, 2026. No exceptions. Credit may only be transferred to another volunteer on the team roster and actively working the membership campaign.
Print Ads
The Cobb Chamber has two print ad sales opportunities.
The Business Guide is a full color publication used for recruitment of business and general economic development prospects. Each year, 7,000 copies are distributed.
The Insight Visitors Guide is a full color publication provided to newcomers to Cobb via the Chamber, real estate professionals and schools. Each year, 5,000 copies are distributed.
Note: Copies are also posted on the Cobb Chamber’s website, which has 41,000+ views monthly. View the virtal flipbooks here.
Website Sponsorships & Advertising
In addition to our print advertising, the Chamber’s online and e-communication advertising options give members an effective way to promote events and services and create brand awareness. Ads are available in multiple locations on the Chamber website, as well as multiple positions in e-communications.
Utilizing the Chamber’s Member Advantage Programs can essentially pay for your membership. Many companies find that the discounts they receive on office supplies and insurance often pays for their membership investment.
Can we briefly discuss all of the benefits so you can make a more informed decision?”
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