Season of Gratitude: Together We Chamber On!
As Thanksgiving approaches, all of us at the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance (SOCA) are taking a moment to reflect on what fuels our work -- you!
Our members, value partners, and community leaders are the heart of everything we do. Your commitment to the chamber philosophy, your investment in local business, and your belief in what's possible here are why SOCA exists.
Here are just a few of the reasons we're so thankful this year:
Adding Value Through SOCA Programs
From group rating programs to energy solutions and educational resources, the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance offers programs to employers who want to add value, save money, and improve their employees' lives.
With SOCA, you can:
- Access affordable group health benefits designed specifically for small businesses
- Unlock savings on essential programs, like workers' compensation insurance
- Stay informed and prepared for the future of work through discounted training and innovative tools like SideCar AI and Magai
- Stretch business dollars further with utility reviews and savings analysis
- and more!
In 2026, make sure you're taking advantage of all the great time- and cost-saving benefits SOCA has to offer. Check out all our programs here.
Learning, Leading, and Inspiring: Chamber On! Podcast
As chamber leaders, we have so much to learn from one another. Launching the Chamber On! podcast this year provided a new platform to share the inspiring ideas, creative problem-solving, and big wins happening across Southern Ohio. In each episode, we shine the spotlight on a chamber leader or partner who is lighting the way and making a real difference in their region. It's a great reminder that many chambers are facing the same challenges, and no one has to face them alone.
Catch up on episodes of the Chamber On! podcast here -- and be sure to subscribe wherever you stream your podcasts!
The Power of Chambers Working Together
One of the most exciting things about SOCA is the magic that happens when chambers of commerce unite around a shared purpose.
Each chamber serves its community in unique ways. But by working together, we're able to:
- Pool resources to achieve cost-saving benefits.
- Build regional momentum that attracts investment and talent.
- Amplify advocacy for policies that benefit businesses across Southern Ohio.
- Create stronger networks for members to connect and collaborate.
This level of collaboration multiplies the value we can create for employees in Southern Ohio. When chambers align, we unlock opportunities that no single organization could achieve on its own. It all adds up to better support for businesses, a stronger workforce, and a region that moves forward together to create a real impact.
With Gratitude, We Chamber On!
As we gather around tables this week with family, friends, teams, and neighbors, we're reminded of the power of relationships in all we do.
Thank you for being a valued SOCA member.
Thank you for believing in your community.
Thank you for choosing impact and lighting the way forward.
From all of us at SOCA, we wish you a joyful, restful, and meaningful Thanksgiving!