Become a Member

Becoming a member of GACC Midwest means becoming part of a global trade organization with a strong network of companies.

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Your Benefits

GACC Midwest is the official representative of Germany’s economic interests in the US and has been supporting German subsidiaries for more than 50 years. Increase and maintain your company’s local presence by attending our various events offered in all of our locations and benefit from exclusive membership services, discounts, and prioritized referencing to our clients.

With several offices in the Midwest, we are able to support your US market entry and help you gain visibility in many industry fields, no matter where your business is settled in the US. Our print and digital publications - as well as our website and mailing outreach - offer you a wide array of possibilities to make your company stand out. We not only stop there, but have wonderful advantages for our members that'll take your company to the next level with our 401(k) plan & J1-visa services available.

We look forward to welcoming you as a member of our ever-growing network.

 

Our Membership Levels

Patron Membership

For companies seeking maximum exposure across the Midwest

  • Co-Host eligibility of an Event: engage our network by co-hosting an in-person or virtual event with us (venue and catering costs covered by member firm; location and event details determined in collaboration with GACC Midwest)
  • Premium Profile in the Membership Directories: receive priority placement, expanded company description, a banner ad, and the listing of up to 5 contacts in the GACCs Membership Directory
  • Discounted Recruiting Services: 50% discount on the first engagement fee for Recruiting Services
  • Logo Presence: logo featured as a Patron Member on GACC Midwest’s website
  • GACC Midwest Report Feature: logo featured as a Patron Member in the annual GACC Midwest Report
  • Social Media Exposure: including sharing of up to three posts, related to aforementioned event or other special announcement (content determined in collaboration with GACC Midwest)
  • Press Release Distribution: submit a press release to be distributed amongst our network
  • Nationwide Network of Contacts: access to GACC Midwest’s network, the GACCs network, and a number of high-level visitors from the economic & political sector
  • Business Referrals: members are referred directly to inquiring companies and members
  • Member Landing Spot Offerings: reserve private office space, the exclusive Member Landing Spot, in GACC Midwest's office suite for your extended layover or week of meetings in downtown Chicago. Subject to availability.
  • Networking Opportunities: connect with business professionals and decision makers of the German-American business community across the Midwest via our networking and industry events
  • Exclusive Partnership and Advertising Opportunities: engage our network as a partner of our events, by advertising in our publications or via our digital channels. View our Media Kit for more information.
  • Make Your Voice Heard: participate in the annual German American Business Outlook Survey (GABO) and access updates on trade and regulatory issues
  • Members-Only Discounts: discounts on GACCs, GACC Midwest, and co-sponsored events, on advertising in our publications and article submissions, and on our Consulting, Marketing, and Recruiting Services (not available on all services; discount dependent on service selected)
  • Voting Privileges: vote Directors to GACC Midwest’s Board at our Annual Meeting of Members

Patron Membership Annual Fee: $2,000

Corporate Membership

For companies with more than 100 employees in the Midwest

  • Nationwide Network of Contacts: access to GACC Midwest’s network, the GACCs network, and a number of high-level visitors from the economic & political sector
  • Listings in Membership Directories: up to 5 contacts receive access to and a listing in the national GACCs Membership Directory
  • Business Referrals: members are referred directly to inquiring companies and members
  • Member Landing Spot Offerings: reserve private office space, the exclusive Member Landing Spot, in GACC Midwest's office suite for your extended layover or week of meetings in downtown Chicago. Subject to availability.
  • Networking Opportunities: connect with business professionals and decision makers of the German-American business community across the Midwest via our networking and industry events
  • Exclusive Partnership and Advertising Opportunities: engage our network as a partner of our events, by advertising in our publications or via our digital channels. View our Media Kit for more information.
  • Make Your Voice Heard: participate in the annual German American Business Outlook Survey (GABO), post company press releases on GACC Midwest’s website, and access updates on trade and regulatory issues
  • Members-Only Discounts: discounts on GACCs, GACC Midwest, and co-sponsored events, on advertising in our publications and article submissions, and on our Consulting, Marketing, and Recruiting Services (not available on all services; discount dependent on service selected)
  • Voting Privileges: vote Directors to GACC Midwest’s Board at our Annual Meeting of Members

Corporate Membership Annual Fee: $1,200

Basic Membership

For companies with fewer than 100 employees in the Midwest

  • Nationwide Network of Contacts: access to GACC Midwest’s network, the GACCs network, and a number of high-level visitors from the economic & political sector
  • Listings in Membership Directories: one contact receives access to and a listing in the national GACCs Membership Directory
  • Business Referrals: members are referred directly to inquiring companies and members
  • Member Landing Spot Offerings: reserve private office space, the exclusive Member Landing Spot, in GACC Midwest's office suite for your extended layover or week of meetings in downtown Chicago. Subject to availability.
  • Networking Opportunities: connect with business professionals and decision makers of the German-American business community across the Midwest via our networking and industry events
  • Exclusive Partnership and Advertising Opportunities: engage our network as a partner of our events, by advertising in our publications or via our digital channels. View our Media Kit for more information.
  • Make Your Voice Heard: participate in the annual German American Business Outlook Survey (GABO), post company press releases on GACC Midwest’s website, and access updates on trade and regulatory issues
  • Members-Only Discounts: discounts on GACCs, GACC Midwest, and co-sponsored events, on advertising in our publications and article submissions, and on our Consulting, Marketing, and Recruiting Services (not available on all services; discount dependent on service selected)
  • Voting Privileges: vote Directors to GACC Midwest’s Board at our Annual Meeting of Members

Basic Membership Annual Fee: $600

Startup Membership

For companies with fewer than 10 employees in the Midwest and established within the last 2 calendar years

  • Nationwide Network of Contacts: access to GACC Midwest’s network, the GACCs network, and a number of high-level visitors from the economic & political sector
  • Listings in Membership Directories: one contact receives access to and a listing in the national GACCs Membership Directory
  • Business Referrals: members are referred directly to inquiring companies and members
  • Member Landing Spot Offerings: reserve private office space, the exclusive Member Landing Spot, in GACC Midwest's office suite for your extended layover or week of meetings in downtown Chicago. Subject to availability.
  • Networking Opportunities: connect with business professionals and decision makers of the German-American business community across the Midwest via our networking and industry events
  • Exclusive Partnership and Advertising Opportunities: engage our network as a partner of our events, by advertising in our publications or via our digital channels. View our Media Kit for more information.
  • Make Your Voice Heard: participate in the annual German American Business Outlook Survey (GABO), post company press releases on GACC Midwest’s website, and access updates on trade and regulatory issues
  • Members-Only Discounts: discounts on GACCs, GACC Midwest, and co-sponsored events, on advertising in our publications and article submissions, and on our Consulting, Marketing, and Recruiting Services (not available on all services; discount dependent on service selected)
  • Voting Privileges: vote Directors to GACC Midwest’s Board at our Annual Meeting of Members

Startup Membership Annual Fee: $300

The applicant hereby agrees to become a member of GACC Midwest and agrees to pay the annual membership fee. Memberships are billed for renewal annually unless a notice of cancellation is provided.