Networking & Business Development

The Chamber provides numerous opportunities to make acquaintances that can develop into strong business relationships.

Business After Hours (BAH) provide the opportunity for members to make connections on a monthly basis with other members in an informal and fun
setting for business development. BAHs give hosts the opportunity to create awareness about their business and generate business prospects. Hosts provide food, beverages and prizes. Events are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, generally from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. They typically attract 150 to 200 members and prospective members. To request information about hosting an event, click here. 

Luncheon Programs
Chamber members come together at lunchtime to learn and make connections. Attendance at the five general membership luncheon programs a year ranges from 70 to more than 100 persons. Lunch & Learn Workshops are generally limited to 50 members.

Quick Connect
This unique Chamber program is a direct sales opportunity for members, giving participants the opportunity to determine quickly if there is a fit in meeting each other’s business or consumer needs. The session is structured with participants arranged in two groups facing each other. Participants have 90 seconds to present their company’s products or services one-on-one to at least 10 others. Following each contact, participants indicate the next follow-up steps. Participation is limited to members. Attendance ranges from 30 to 40 people. To request information about hosting a Quick Connect session, click here.

Special Events
A variety of special events offer great networking opportunities and fun. Golf Outing - Annual golf outing in September provides members with the perfect opportunity to entertain a client, to reward associates for their contributions to the organization or to continue networking with other Chamber members. Reds, Whites & Desserts - An elegant evening of business networking and social exchange, features wines, hors d’oeuvres, dessert specialties and silent auctions for valuable prize packages (travel, golf, services) and fancy desserts. The event is held on the first or second Saturday in May.

Taste of Worthington - A fun, outdoor, food-sampling festival, held annually on the first or second Friday in July features a variety of delicious, affordable food from local restaurants and others in the food business, music and activities for the entire family.

Business Expo
The Chamber collaborates with neighboring suburban Chambers to host the largest exhibition of businesses in central Ohio. Generally, more than 100 exhibitors participate, and approximately 400 business people from the participating chambers attend. By partnering with neighboring chambers, we help our members increase their business exposure and business connections beyond the Worthington area.

Committee Involvement
Serving on a committee or volunteering at an event provides opportunities to make important business contacts and build relationships. For details about committees, go to Getting Involved.