FORWARD Worthington
Promoting & Supporting Local Business Success
Businesses and organizations across Worthington and Nobles County invest in FORWARD Worthington to strengthen business connections, support community growth, and create opportunities across the region. Our members include large employers, small businesses, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and organizations of every size.
Whether you are launching a new business, expanding operations, building partnerships, or strengthening your community presence, FORWARD Worthington provides opportunities to connect, engage, and grow.
Positively Influencing Business Success & Community Growth
Strengthening Worthington & Nobles County Together
At FORWARD Worthington, businesses, organizations, and community members come together to strengthen the economic vitality of Worthington and Nobles County. Through collaboration, networking, business support, workforce initiatives, tourism promotion, and economic development efforts, we work to create opportunities that help businesses grow and communities thrive.
FORWARD Worthington brings together employers, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, civic leaders, and individuals who believe in building a stronger region today and for future generations.
Small Businesses
Corporations
Non-Profits
Individuals
Member Benefits Snapshot
Network
- Events
- Connections
- Referrals
- Partnerships
Promote
- Marketing
- Sponsorships
- Visibility
- Recognition
Support
- Strengthen Chamber Programs
- Tourism Initiatives
- Workforce Efforts
- Regional Growth.
Learn
- Training
- Resources
- Workforce Support
- Education
Advocate
- Business Voice
- Policy Awareness
- Community Leadership
Grow
- Technical Assistance
- Economic Development
- Expansion Resources
One Membership. Regional Impact.
FORWARD Worthington brings together Chamber support, economic development efforts, and tourism promotion under one organization, creating opportunities to strengthen businesses while supporting broader regional growth initiatives.
Membership investments help support business programming, workforce efforts, tourism promotion, community initiatives, and economic development activities that strengthen Worthington and Nobles County.
All the benefits of Associate Member:
- Welcome post on social media introducing new members
- Access to all Chamber events at member rates including Chamber Mixers
- Invitations to all VIBE @ 5 events
- Ability to contribute promotional information to the Local Buzz
emails - Web listing in the online Membership Directory
- Membership level window cling to display at your business entrance
- Opportunity to serve on Committees and Boards
- Progress Award for a remodel or new location
- Member Spotlight video interview shared on Chamber channels
- Membership business referrals
- Access to members-only workshops or webinars on business topics
- Accept Chamber Checks at your business
- Business flyer/card in brochure rack and other bag opportunities
- Referral recognition program (rewards for referring new members)
- Participation in FORWARD Sponsored community-wide events or
expos - Free head shots once a year at Globe VIBE @ 5
- Free head shots once a year at Globe VIBE @ 5
- Priority listing in the Wander Worthington App
- Ad package at The Globe equivalent to the membership level 300
- Annual ROI report showing referrals, visibility, and engagement
impact - Job posting on FORWARD Worthington website
- Be a part of the Video Series promoting the businesses in the area
- Be featured in the appropriate member business category,
highlighted as part of our monthly rotation. - Each featured business will receive a rotating schedule of
professionally produced 30-second radio spots airing across all four
RadioWorks stations.
Investment: $300 Annually
All benefits of Associate Member plus:
- Ad package at The Globe equivalent to the membership level (600)
- One additional business listing in the member directory
- One additional category listing in the online member directory
- Access to the All Business Mailing List
- Enhanced online listing with email, website, and preferred listing
- Use of FORWARD Worthington logo on the website
- Job posting in Local Buzz emails
- Annual member to member business highlight (up to 75 words) in
Local Buzz weekly email - 2 Complimentary tickets to FORWARD Worthington Extravaganza
- A Complimentary ticket to the Salute to Women Event
- Business anniversary or other significant event recognition in
newsletter
Investment: $600 Annually
All benefits of Partner Level plus:
- One additional complimentary tickets to the FORWARD Worthington Extravaganza (total of 3 tickets) with preferred seating
- One additional complimentary ticket to Salute to Women Event (total of 2 tickets) with preferred seating
- Ad package at The Globe equivalent to the membership level (1000)
- Boosted Chamber social media post promoting your business
- Access to FORWARD Worthington staff & facilities for minor
adminstrative assistance such as:copies/fax, concierge services,
mailing services, etc. - Total of four category listings in the online member directory
- Up to three business locations listed in the online Member Directory
- Enhanced online listing with logos
- Banner ad in Local Buzz weekly emails - maximum 6 listed
- Opportunity to hold a booth at the Farmer's Market at no cost
- Annual opportunity to do a Business Spotlight email blast
- Discounted booth at Women's Expo
- Quarterly leadership & industry roundtables
- Use of the JBS Feildhouse conference room when available
- Opportunity to participate in brief on-air interviews or “Business
Spotlight” segments, offering a personal connection with listeners
Investment: $1000 Annually
All benefits of Advocate Level plus:
- Three additional complimentary tickets to the FORWARD Worthington Extravaganza (total of 6 tickets) with preferred seating
- One additional complimentary ticket to Salute to Women Event (total of 3 tickets) with preferred seating
- Ad package at The Globe equivalent to the membership level (2500)
- Two additional banner ads listings in Local Buzz weekly emails (total of 8 listings)
- Exclusive business development tours with investors/developers
- Add jobs to the Globes Jobs HQ
- Unlimited business locations listed in the online Member Directory
- Enhanced online listing with photos and social media
- $75 credit toward the cost of hosting a VIBE @ 5
- Email blast to members promoting your business events & special
offfers - Two complimentary entries to all of the "State of the _______"
event
Investment: $2500 Annually
All benefits of Executive Level plus:
- Two additional complimentary tickets to the FORWARD Worthington Extravaganza (total of 8 tickets) with preferred seating
- One additional complimentary ticket to Salute to Women Event (total of 4 tickets) with preferred seating
- Ad package at The Globe equivalent to the membership level (5000)
- Four additional banner ads listings in Local Buzz weekly emails (total of 12 listings)
- Business highlights on FORWARD Worthington social media
- Complimentary breakfast or lunch with the Executive Committee and staff
- $100 credit towards a team in the King Turkey Day Golf Tournament
- Private reception with elected officials
- Guaranteed top-tier sponsorship slot at one Chamber event
- Legacy recognition plaque or feature in annual report
Investment: $5000 Annually
Become a Friend of FORWARD Worthington .
Support the Future of Worthington & Nobles County
FORWARD Worthington is more than a business organization. Individuals can play an important role in strengthening our region through involvement, engagement, and support.
As a Friend of FORWARD Worthington, you become part of a network of businesses, organizations, and community leaders working together to strengthen economic development, workforce initiatives, tourism promotion, and community growth across Worthington and Nobles County.
Stay informed on regional developments, build meaningful connections, volunteer, serve on committees, attend select events, and help shape the future of our community.
Benefits of Being a Friend of FORWARD Worthington
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Stay connected to community news and regional initiatives
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Access networking and engagement opportunities
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Attend events such as VIBE @5, Annual Extravaganza, Salute to Women, and more
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Volunteer and participate on committees and initiatives
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Support tourism promotion, business development, and economic growth efforts
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Help strengthen programs that support businesses, workforce development, and regional vitality
FORWARD Worthington brings together Chamber support, economic development efforts through WREDC, and tourism promotion through the Convention & Visitors Bureau creating a stronger future for Worthington and Nobles County.
Cost: $110
Join FORWARD Worthington
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Whether you are launching a business, expanding operations, building partnerships, or investing in regional growth, FORWARD Worthington membership creates opportunities to connect, engage, and grow.