Queens Chamber

What Queens Chamber does

The Queens Chamber of Commerce (also known simply as Queens Chamber) is a private not-for-profit membership business association founded in 1911 and headquartered at 75-20 Astoria Blvd, Suite 140 in Jackson Heights, New York. It represents more than 800 member organizations employing over 150,000 Queens-based workers, making it the largest and oldest continuously operating business association in Queens County. Its core function is to educate, advocate, and network on behalf of its members, delivering over 200 events annually and operating 14 standing committees spanning technology, healthcare, transportation, family business, MWBE certification, and entrepreneurship.

The Chamber generates revenue through three annual membership tiers (Small Business Partner at $370, Corporate at $1,250, and Major Corporate at $5,000), corporate sponsorships ranging from $1,500 (Bronze) to $10,000 (Presenting), and pay-as-you-go event revenue across signature gatherings including the Queens Business Expo (140+ exhibitors, 2,000+ attendees expected in 2026), Summer Networking Cruise, Holiday Reception, Golf Outing, St. Patrick's Day Luncheon, Queens Day in Albany, and the Business Persons of the Year Gala. A significant secondary funding stream comes from public grants — including $2M in 2023 federal appropriations and $1.5M in 2026 federal funding for the Cyber Academy — plus program-specific grants from Hydro-Québec, Empire State Development Corp, and NYC government sources.

Its product and program surface spans directory listings and editorial exposure in TIQ Magazine, the Working Advantage-powered Discount Marketplace, and a portfolio of free or subsidized programs for small businesses: the Small Business Resource Network (SBRN) has helped 4,500 businesses since October 2020, Restaurant 311 provides 10 hours of complimentary consulting per cycle for food operators, Chamber on the Go delivers mobile storefront support in partnership with NYC SBS, Open + Online builds digital presence, Queens Tech Council operates incubator locations in the Rockaways and Jamaica, and the Student Workforce Readiness Program partners with CUNY Queens College. The organization is led by President and CEO Tom Grech and operates with 11-50 employees.

Name

Queens Chamber

Legal name

Queens Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://queenschamber.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1911

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Queens Chamber of Commerce is a 1911-founded not-for-profit business association in Jackson Heights, NY, representing 800+ member organizations and 150,000+ Queens-based employees through membership tiers, advocacy, networking events, and small business support programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Jackson Heights

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Recurring annual membership dues from three tiers: Small Business Partner ($370/year), Corporate Membership ($1,250/year), and Major Corporate Membership ($5,000/year). Membership includes digital marketing benefits, directory listings, editorial exposure in TIQ Magazine, networking opportunities, and event discounts.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors support the Chamber's events and programming. Sponsors receive logo placement on the website homepage, event recognition, marketing materials, and premier table placement at the Queens Business Expo. Sponsorship packages range from Bronze to Presenting Sponsor levels at individual events.
3. Event Revenue: Ticket sales, exhibitor fees, and sponsorship for signature annual events including Summer Networking Cruise, Queens Business Expo (with exhibitor tables from $645-$995), Golf Outing, Holiday Reception, St. Patrick's Day Luncheon, and Business Persons of the Year Gala.
4. Public Program Grants: Federal and state grant funding for community programs. Senator Gillibrand secured $1.5M for the Cyber Academy. $2M in federal appropriations from 2023 included funding for legal services, incubator spaces, and the Queens Angel Fund. Hydro-Québec grants support the Student Workforce Readiness Program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Queens Chamber of Commerce is a private not-for-profit membership-based business association that sells three tiers of annual membership (Small Business Partner at $370/year, Corporate at $1,250/year, and Major Corporate at $5,000/year) to businesses in Queens County. Members receive access to a member directory and portal, TIQ Magazine exposure, networking events (200+ annually), advocacy representation before government bodies, and eligibility for programs including the Small Business Resource Network, Restaurant 311, Queens Tech Council, and Discount Marketplace. The Chamber also sells event tickets, exhibitor tables, and corporate sponsorships.

Product overview

Queens Chamber of Commerce operates as a membership-based business association offering a three-tier membership structure (Small Business Partner at $370/year, Corporate at $1,250/year, and Major Corporate at $5,000/year) providing advocacy, networking, education, and promotional benefits. The Chamber delivers a diverse suite of programs including the Small Business Resource Network (SBRN) for free business assistance, Chamber on the Go mobile support, Queens Tech Council with incubator spaces, Open + Online for digital presence building, Restaurant 311 for food business support, and a Student Workforce Readiness Program. Additional offerings include TIQ Magazine, a Discount Marketplace, and 14 member committees spanning technology, entrepreneurship, healthcare, arts, banking, and other sectors. Signature annual events include the Queens Business Expo (140+ exhibitors, 2,000+ attendees), Summer Networking Cruise, Queens Day in Albany, Business Persons of the Year Awards, and Holiday Reception.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Small Business Partner Membership

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,500 businesses helped since October 2020 through the Small Business Resource Network
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Google.orgminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership supporting practical AI workshops for local businesses through the Queens Chamber. Participants access online trainings, educational resources, and expert guidance on AI tools.
• NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChamber on the Go mobile business support program presented in partnership with SBS. Connects small business owners with free services from SBS, Chambers of Commerce, and local organizations.
• CUNY Queens CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPilot cohort location for Student Workforce Readiness Program. Students access workshops, panel discussions, resource fairs, networking mixers, and industry site visits.
• Queens Tech CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent initiative focused on making Queens a great home for tech. Includes adjacent incubator program offering office space and resources to local tech entrepreneurs. Locations in Rockaways and Jamaica with plans to expand.
• Haugland GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner sponsor for Queens Day in Albany event, supporting the Chamber's annual advocacy day at the state capitol.
• Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner sponsor for Queens Day in Albany. Project terminates in Queens, making the borough a central hub in the city's clean energy landscape.
• DoorDashminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Queens Day in Albany.
• PMI (Professional Mechanics Insurance)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Queens Day in Albany.
• Russo'sminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFood purveyor sponsor for Queens Day in Albany Taste of Queens reception.
• Dunkin'minorGTM or Marketing PartnerFood/beverage sponsor for Queens Day in Albany.
• Association for a Better New York (ABNY)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerKeynote speaker Emma Pfohman (CEO) featured at Queens Day in Albany. ABNY unites and mobilizes nearly 300 business, nonprofit, labor, and civic leaders across the five boroughs.
• Association for a Better New York (ABNY)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner sponsor for St. Patrick's Day Luncheon. CEO Emma Pfohman served as Keynote Speaker.
• NYC Health + HospitalsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Helen Arteaga, CEO of NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, honored at Business Persons of the Year. Chamber supports healthcare and wellness committee.
• Port Authority of New York & New JerseyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHersh Parekh, Deputy Chief, featured as speaker at Queens Business Expo. Port Authority oversees major infrastructure projects including A Whole New LaGuardia Airport, A New JFK Airport, and new Midtown Bus Terminal.
• McKissack & McKissackminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCheryl McKissack Daniel, President & CEO, named 2025 Business Person of the Year. Oldest minority- and woman-owned design and construction firm in the nation.
• Northwell Health / LIJ Forest Hills HospitalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLorraine Chambers-Lewis, President of LIJ Forest Hills Hospital (Northwell Health), serves on Chamber Executive Committee.
• Con EdisonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerJamie McShane, Director of Media Relations, joined Board of Directors. Con Edison provides utility sponsorship.
• Resorts World New York CityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMichelle Stoddart, SVP of Community Development, serves on Chamber Executive Committee. Corporate sponsor of Chamber events.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce: One of NYC's five borough-level chambers of commerce, providing the same tri-tier membership structure, networking events, advocacy, and small-business support programs to Brooklyn-based businesses as the Queens Chamber does for Queens. Same non-profit model, dues-based revenue, and SBRN co-partnership.
• The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce: A direct borough-equivalent chamber serving Manhattan businesses with membership tiers, advocacy, and events. Compares directly in business model, scale of corporate sponsorship, and signature events like business expo-style programming.
• Bronx Chamber of Commerce: Another NYC borough chamber operating the same non-profit membership, networking, advocacy, and SBRN partnership model. Co-equal in governance structure and program categories with the Queens Chamber.
• Staten Island Chamber of Commerce: Fifth of the five borough chambers of commerce operating under the same NYC SBRN umbrella with similar tiered membership, advocacy, and event programming. Direct structural and operational peer.
• Greater New York Chamber of Commerce: A separately incorporated city-wide chamber serving NYC businesses with tiered memberships, networking events, and advocacy programming. Operates in overlapping geography with the Queens Chamber across multiple boroughs.

Broad incumbents

• Partnership for New York City: A larger citywide business leadership organization convening CEOs of major NYC employers on policy, infrastructure, and workforce issues. Overlaps with the Queens Chamber on advocacy and C-suite networking but operates at a citywide, mostly large-corporate scale rather than borough SMB focus.
• Association for a Better New York (ABNY): Citywide cross-sector leadership coalition uniting business, nonprofit, labor, and civic leaders across the five boroughs. Listed as a Queens Chamber corporate sponsor and keynote partner; broader in scope and primarily CEO/major-institution level rather than SMB-membership.
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce: The national umbrella chamber representing member companies across advocacy, policy research, and SMB programming. Compares to the Queens Chamber in core chamber-of-commerce mission but at federal scale and with vastly greater resources.

Emerging players

• NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS): City agency running Chamber on the Go and SBRN-style services in partnership with the Queens Chamber. Provides overlapping free business assistance but as a public agency rather than membership organization; closely intertwined with the Chamber.
• NYC Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC): City-backed economic development entity running tech and innovation programs (including the Queens Tech Council-adjacent incubator space) that overlap with the Chamber's tech and workforce initiatives. Complementary rather than directly competitive.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/queenschamber
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/queens-chamber-of-commerce

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

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