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Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit regional Chamber of Commerce headquartered at 56 Main Street, Suite 2, Springfield, Vermont, serving Springfield and surrounding southeastern Vermont communities. The organization operates as a voluntary association of business and professional leaders with a mission to promote commercial and industrial growth and foster civic and cultural welfare in the region. It is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and staffed by approximately two part-time employees (Executive Director Mike Schmitt and Membership & Events Director Taylor Drinker), with most operational capacity delivered through volunteer labor.

The Chamber sells a six-tier annual membership product (Individual $50, New in Town $150, Investor $225, Leadership $500, Executive $1,000, Community Leaders $2,000), with benefits including directory listings, custom business referrals, member B2B referrals, newsletter promotion, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, discounted insurance through VACEplus, and Constant Contact marketing discounts. Beyond membership, the Chamber runs several sub-brand programs: the Local Loyalty Program (an annual holiday shop-local stamp card campaign that has driven over $100,000 in local spending), Leadership Southeast Vermont (a 20-year civic leadership development program), a Young Professionals Group for adults under 45, operation of the Eureka Schoolhouse Welcome Center (seasonally, May–October), and a portfolio of annual community events including the Hackers Golf Tournament, Vermont Apple Festival & Craft Show, Downtown Holiday Program, Green Up Day, and Legislative Breakfast. Revenue is generated through membership dues and fundraising events and sponsorships; the organization is not publicly traded and does not disclose financial figures.

Name

springfield-vermont

Legal name

Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://springfieldvt.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit regional Chamber serving Springfield and southeastern Vermont, offering tiered annual memberships ($50–$2,000) plus programs including a Local Loyalty Program, civic leadership development, the Eureka Schoolhouse Welcome Center, and community events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Chamber of Commerce Services

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920), Historical Sites (71212)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Association & Society Conference Management (Nonprofit, Professional Bodies) (THAHACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Travel & Services Membership Clubs (Ancillary Services-Led) (CRAEADAK), Community Parades, Carnivals & Street Fairs (MPAGAEAE)

Keywords

• Chamber of commerce
• Business networking
• Community events
• Economic development
• Tourism promotion

Headquarters

HQ city

Springfield

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees at various tiers ranging from $50 to $2,000 per year, providing different levels of benefits and visibility.
2. Fundraising Events: The Chamber conducts fundraising activities throughout the year including sponsorships for events like the Hackers Golf Tournament and Local Loyalty Program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce sells annual memberships to local businesses and individuals across six tiers ($50–$2,000 per year), providing directory listings, custom business referrals, networking mixers, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, marketing support, professional development, and access to discounted insurance and marketing-tool partnerships. It supplements its membership product with civic-leadership training (Leadership Southeast Vermont), a young-professionals networking group, a shop-local holiday stamp-card program (Local Loyalty Program), seasonal operation of the historic Eureka Schoolhouse as a visitor welcome center, and an annual calendar of community events.

Product overview

The Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce operates as a nonprofit organization serving southeastern Vermont communities, offering a tiered membership platform with six levels ranging from $50-$2,000 annually. The core product portfolio includes membership plans (New in Town, Investor, Individual, Leadership, Executive, and Community Leaders tiers) providing benefits such as directory listings, business referrals, networking events, insurance discounts, and marketing support. Supporting programs include the Local Loyalty Program (annual holiday shopping incentive), Leadership Southeast Vermont (civic leadership training), Young Professionals Group (networking for adults under 45), Eureka Schoolhouse Welcome Center operations, and a diverse Annual Events Program featuring the Hackers Golf Tournament, Apple Festival, and Holiday Program. Member services encompass custom business referrals, VACE insurance discounts, ribbon cutting ceremonies, and Constant Contact marketing partnerships. The Chamber also maintains a member Business Directory organized across 20+ industry categories.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Chamber Membership (six annual tiers: Individual $50, New in Town $150, Investor $225, Leadership $500, Executive $1,000, Community Leaders $2,000) Tiered annual membership for local businesses and individuals providing directory listings, business referrals, networking mixers, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, marketing support, professional development, and discounted insurance and marketing-tool partnerships. Tiered benefits include newsletter submissions, member B2B perks, custom referrals, VACE dental & vision insurance, member decal, marketing support, web presence analysis, business spotlight, and at the top tier (Community Leaders) prominent website placement and built-in event sponsorship for Apple Festival & Hackers Tournament (a $500 value).
• Local Loyalty Program Annual stamp-card reward program running from Plaid Friday through December 31st, designed to keep holiday spending local. Customers earn stamps for purchases at participating merchants and can enter raffles upon completing their cards. The program has generated over $100,000 in local spending in recent years.
• Leadership Southeast Vermont (LSEVT) Civic leadership development program in its 20th year, running September through June. The intensive interactive program brings together diverse participants for monthly full-day sessions covering themes like Healthcare, Corrections, and Regional History, with presentations by state and local officials and community leaders. Co-managed with Leadership Southeast Vermont (LSEVT) partner organization.
• Young Professionals Group Networking group for young adults under 45 designed to create connections and prevent isolation that leads to migration out of Vermont. The member-led group organizes casual meetups for social and professional networking.
• Eureka Schoolhouse Welcome Center Historic site management program where the Chamber operates Vermont's oldest schoolhouse (built circa 1785) as a seasonal welcome center from May through October, staffed by volunteer docents who share local history.
• Annual Events Program Portfolio of annual community events including Hackers Golf Tournament (54th edition), Vermont Apple Festival & Craft Show, Downtown Holiday Program, Green Up Day, Stellafane Convention, Legislative Breakfast, Placid Lassie Fly-In, and Denim and Duds. Events serve both member networking and community engagement purposes.
• Business Directory Online directory of Chamber member businesses organized by category including attorneys, auto/transportation, art/design, beauty/wellness, childcare/education, construction, farms/food/beverage, financial services, healthcare, industrial/manufacturing, and more.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $100,000 in local spending catalyzed through the Local Loyalty Program during holiday seasons
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• VACEplus Insurance ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership providing Chamber members with discounted rates on dental and vision insurance. Benefits include member-only group rates for groups as small as one, no employer contribution required, and a variety of plan options.
• Constant ContactminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarketing partnership offering Chamber members discounts of up to 25% on Constant Contact's online marketing tools, starting as low as $10/month.
• Vermont Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level Chamber affiliation providing access to resources, connections to over 30 chambers around Vermont, and broader advocacy capabilities.
• Leadership Southeast Vermont (LSEVT)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-managed leadership development program now in its 20th year, creating understanding of civic engagement and fostering community leadership through monthly sessions from September through June.
• Springfield Regional Development Corporation (SRDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey partner for economic development, co-hosts legislative events and provides commercial property opportunities for business development in the region.
• Mount Ascutney Regional Commission (MARC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional planning partner collaborating on legislative events and regional development initiatives.
• Vermont Department of Labor - Workforce DevelopmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-located workforce development services at the Chamber office providing job center services and employment resources.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• St. Johnsbury Area Chamber of Commerce: A small rural Vermont Chamber of Commerce serving the Northeast Kingdom region. Comparable in mission, member profile (small local businesses), and product set (membership tiers, events, business directory) to Springfield Regional Chamber.
• Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce: A regional Vermont Chamber of Commerce of comparable size in southeastern Vermont, serving a similar small-town/rural member base with membership dues, referrals, and annual events. Highly comparable in mission, scale, and product offering to Springfield Regional Chamber.
• Montpelier Area Chamber of Commerce: Another small Vermont regional Chamber of Commerce serving the Montpelier area. Closely comparable in operating model (membership dues, referrals, events, advocacy) and in scale to Springfield Regional Chamber.

Regional players

• Claremont Chamber of Commerce: A small regional chamber in Claremont, NH — immediately adjacent to Springfield, VT and part of the same Upper Valley labor market. Direct geographic and demographic comparable operating with similar membership tiers and event programming.
• Lebanon Chamber of Commerce (NH): Nearby regional chamber in the Upper Valley area just across the Connecticut River from Springfield. Operates a similar membership/event/directory model for a small New England city, making it a structurally comparable regional chamber.
• Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce: A small Vermont regional chamber in the Upper Valley (White River Junction) area, close to Springfield. Operates with a similar membership-driven model and small-staff structure, making it a strong regional operational peer.

Others

• Springfield Regional Development Corporation (SRDC): Local economic development partner co-hosting legislative events with Springfield Regional Chamber. Focused on commercial property and business attraction in the same region — a thematic peer in regional economic development.
• Mount Ascutney Regional Commission (MARC): Regional planning partner of Springfield Regional Chamber. A multi-municipal regional commission serving the same southeastern Vermont geography, with overlapping economic development and regional advocacy missions — making it a close institutional peer.

Broad incumbents

• Vermont Chamber of Commerce: State-level Chamber of Commerce that is a direct strategic partner of Springfield Regional Chamber. Operates as a broader-incumbent umbrella body, providing statewide advocacy and resources to local chambers including Springfield.
• Greater Burlington Chamber of Commerce: The largest Chamber of Commerce in Vermont, operating in the same regional chamber category but with a meaningfully larger member base, more programming, and a broader geographic footprint. Comparable model and product set, but operates at broader-incumbent scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SpringfieldRegionalChamberofCommerce
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/springfield-vermont
• Instagraminstagram.com/springfield_regional_chamber

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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