Upland Chamber of Commerce

What Upland Chamber of Commerce does

The Upland Chamber of Commerce is a private nonprofit membership organization founded in 1963 and headquartered at 215 N. 2nd Ave Suite D, Upland, California. It serves the local business community of Upland and the surrounding Inland Empire region by providing networking events (ribbon cuttings, First Friday Networking Breakfasts, monthly membership luncheons, multi-chamber mixers), legislative advocacy at federal, state, county, and city levels, an online business directory, marketing exposure through newsletter, website, and multi-platform social media, and an annual Gourmet Golf tournament fundraiser. The core products and services also include a Chairman's Circle premium tier, a Chamber Podcast featuring local leaders, a Business Awards program, and educational workshops such as Chamber 101.

The technology footprint is intentionally minimal: a standard website platform with member directory, event registration, and business directory functionality, supported by a multi-channel social media presence (Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube) and email newsletters. The Chamber does not operate a proprietary software platform or API, has no app, and reports no AI/ML capabilities. Revenue is generated through tiered annual membership dues ($195-$780 depending on organization type and size), pay-as-you-go event tickets ($25 for First Friday Breakfast, $32 for Membership Luncheon), event sponsorships, and the Gourmet Golf tournament's tiered sponsorship packages. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors with no disclosed parent company, subsidiaries, institutional investors, or M&A history.

Name

Upland Chamber of Commerce

Legal name

Upland Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://uplandchamber.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Upland Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit business membership organization founded in 1963 that serves local businesses in Upland, California through networking events, legislative advocacy, a business directory, marketing exposure, and educational programming, funded by tiered annual dues and event sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Chamber of Commerce / Business Membership Organization

NAICS

Other Similar Organizations (except Business, Professional, Labor, and Political Organizations) (81399)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Membership Clubs (Category-Focused) (CRAEADAI)

Keywords

• Business membership services
• Local business advocacy
• Networking events
• Chamber of commerce
• Business directory listing

Headquarters

HQ city

Upland

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. Business Membership Dues: Annual membership fees based on business size, providing access to networking events, advocacy, marketing, and member directory listing.
2. Event Revenue: Revenue generated from event registrations, sponsorships, and ticket sales for Chamber-organized events such as luncheons, networking breakfasts, ribbon cuttings, and the annual Gourmet Golf tournament.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Upland Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit membership organization that supports local businesses through advocacy, networking events, education, and a business directory. It offers tiered annual memberships, hosts regular events such as ribbon cuttings, First Friday Networking Breakfasts, and membership luncheons, and provides legislative advocacy at federal, state, county, and city levels on behalf of its members.

Product overview

The Upland Chamber of Commerce operates as a membership-based business organization providing a unified platform of services centered on networking, advocacy, marketing, and community engagement. The core offerings include a Business Directory for member visibility, Networking Events (ribbon cuttings, breakfasts, luncheons, mixers) for professional connections, and Advocacy Services for legislative representation. Premium tiers such as Chairman's Circle provide enhanced recognition. Additional services include a Podcast for content marketing, educational workshops, an annual Gourmet Golf Tournament fundraiser, and Business Awards for member recognition. The chamber functions as a traditional chamber of commerce rather than a technology platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Business Directory

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

30 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• San Antonio Regional HospitalcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor healthcare provider and Chairman's Circle member, demonstrating commitment to community health and economic vitality. Serves as a flagship member supporting Chamber initiatives.
• City of UplandcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMunicipal government partner and Chairman's Circle member. Collaborates with Chamber on business advocacy and community development initiatives.
• Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for HealthcarecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerChairman-level member representing healthcare sector. Provides rehabilitation and medical services to the community while supporting Chamber activities.
• Burrtec Waste Industries, InccoreGTM or Marketing PartnerChairman-level member providing waste management services. Supports Chamber events and initiatives.
• DoubleTree by Hilton ClaremontcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerChairman-level hotel member supporting hospitality sector representation and event hosting for Chamber activities.
• CMAX Commercial Maintenance, Inc.coreGTM or Marketing PartnerChairman-level member providing commercial maintenance services. Supports Chamber through event sponsorships.
• S.B. County Supervisor Jesse Armendarez 2nd District OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty government partner providing advocacy representation and legislative updates for Chamber members at county level.
• Gallant Termite & Pest ControlcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting Sponsor of the annual Gourmet Golf tournament. Active member supporting Chamber fundraising and community events.
• Industrial Solution Services, Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerChemical and environmental solutions provider supporting Chamber as a member.
• Paliwoda | Paliwoda | Van Strien Alvarado, A Law CorporationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPersonal injury law firm serving San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley, and Inland Empire. Active member representing legal services sector.
• Cutting Edge Builders Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerConstruction company member representing building and development sector.
• Ferranto Fields Insurance ServicesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance services provider and sponsor of New Member Reception event. Supports Chamber networking activities.
• Star Struck Events at La Villa BellaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent venue and wedding services provider. Hosts Chamber events and provides venue for member celebrations.
• Inland Productivity Solutions, Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerIT services and computer repair provider serving Inland Empire businesses. Supports technology needs of Chamber members.
• City of HopeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNational Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center. Member representing healthcare research and treatment sector.
• Visiting AngelsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerIn-home care services provider and sponsor of Gourmet Golf tournament. Supports senior care services in the community.
• San Bernardino County Firefighter's Local 935minorGTM or Marketing PartnerFirefighter union and Dinner Sponsor of Gourmet Golf tournament. Represents public safety sector.
• Modern Woodmen of AmericaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFraternal financial service organization and Scorecard Sponsor of Gourmet Golf tournament. Provides financial planning services.
• Signarama of the Inland EmpireminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSignage and marketing company and Registration Sponsor of Gourmet Golf tournament.
• Marm MediaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia services provider in Claremont. Supports local media and marketing needs.
• Sooner the SaferminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWater safety and drowning prevention organization. Promotes swim lessons and scholarships for underserved communities.
• Ontario ReignminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProfessional hockey team (AHL affiliate of LA Kings) and Birdie Sponsor of Gourmet Golf. Sports and entertainment sector member.
• S.B. County Board of Supervisors Fourth District Curt HagmancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty government leadership and Photography Sponsor of Gourmet Golf. Provides legislative advocacy at county level.
• Pacific Community CenterminorGTM or Marketing Partner501(c)(3) non-profit offering youth education, sports, and community resources. Green Sponsor of Gourmet Golf tournament.
• Foothill Federal Credit UnionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMember-owned credit union serving educators and healthcare professionals. Additional sponsor of Gourmet Golf.
• Chino Commercial BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity-focused financial institution with multiple branch locations. Supports local business banking needs.
• Bright Star Care of Rancho CucamongaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerIn-home care and medical staffing services provider. Serves Rancho Cucamonga, Upland, Claremont, and surrounding communities.
• Citizens Business BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFinancial partner serving businesses and individuals across Southern California for over 50 years.
• Chaffey CollegeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity college providing workforce development and education. Supports local talent pipeline.
• Southern California EdisonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerUtility company and guest speaker at membership luncheons. Provides energy services and economic development insights.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Pomona Chamber of Commerce: Pomona, CA serves as another San Gabriel/Inland Empire anchor city with a longstanding chamber of commerce offering the same membership, events, and business directory services to local member businesses.
• Ontario Chamber of Commerce: Adjacent Inland Empire chamber serving Ontario, CA businesses with nearly identical offerings — tiered business membership dues, event calendar, advocacy, and business directory. The closest geographic comparable to Upland Chamber.
• Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce: Chino, CA-based chamber serving a similarly-sized Inland Empire business community with a comparable local networking, advocacy, and directory service stack. Direct city-neighbor peer.
• Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce: Nearby Inland Empire city chamber serving another member of the same economic cluster. Operates a comparable tiered-membership, networking-events, and advocacy model targeting local SMBs and major employers.
• Claremont Chamber of Commerce: Claremont, CA is immediately adjacent to Upland and shares a member base in hospitality (e.g., DoubleTree by Hilton Claremont is a Chairman's Circle member of both chambers). Operates as a small-city chamber of commerce with the same service model.
• San Bernardino Area Chamber of Commerce: San Bernardino County's primary local chamber serving a larger but structurally similar business community in the same Inland Empire geography; offers overlapping advocacy, events, and member services.

Broad incumbents

• U.S. Chamber of Commerce: National apex organization for the U.S. chamber movement, providing federal advocacy, programs, and resources consumed by local chambers including Upland's. Represents the uppermost tier in the same chamber ecosystem.
• California Chamber of Commerce: The state's leading broad business association, providing legislative advocacy, compliance resources, and networking at a state-wide level. Comparable in advocacy and member-service mission but operates at a far larger scope than the local Upland Chamber.

Regional players

• Inland Empire Regional Chamber of Commerce: Operates one tier above the Upland Chamber as a regional Inland Empire chamber, covering multiple municipalities. Comparable in membership model and event-driven programming but with broader geographic scope than Upland's city-only footprint.

Others

• American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE): National professional association for chamber of commerce executives and staff, providing training, certification, and best-practice resources that the Upland Chamber's leadership would draw upon. Comparable as an industry ecosystem enabler rather than direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/UplandChamber
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC2jRyCMDpqhAJfl37YrCG7A
• Facebookfacebook.com/uplandchamber
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/upland-chamber-of-commerce
• Instagraminstagram.com/uplandchamber

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M&A

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