Minnesota Chapter Membership

Membership with the GACC Midwest, Minnesota Chapter is your ticket to the German-American business world.

Become a member of a global trade organization by joining the GACC Midwest, Minnesota Chapter. The Minnesota Chapter is the official representation of German industry and trade in Minnesota and supports your business.

Benefits:

We look forward to welcoming you to our network!

Membership Levels

National Partner Program

Our National Partner Program is a unique membership level for companies seeking exposure and access to the nationwide network of the German American Chambers of Commerce (GACCs).

National Partners receive exclusive benefits as a member of each of the GACCs in the US: GACC Midwest, GACC New York, and GACC South.

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Corporate Membership

  • Access to a Nationwide Network of Contacts – The GACCs (Midwest, New York, and South) have approx. 2,500 members in the US
  • Business Referrals – Our members are always recommended first!
  • Networking Opportunities – Get connected with business professionals and decision makers of the German-American business community
  • Members Only Privileges – You can view and edit your profile and have access to the online Midwest Membership Directory and to the MN Member Portal
  • Member Discounts on Services
  • Member Discounts on Publications and Advertising – Members receive discounts on advertising in our publications and also have the opportunity to submit articles at a discounted rate
  • Exclusive Sponsorship Opportunities for Members
  • Member Company Listing – Member companies are listed in the printed National Membership Directory (includes 2,500 GACC members), the online Midwest Membership Directory (available online only, lists all GACC Midwest members), and the MN Member Portal
  • Publications – Members receive publications such as the annual National Membership Directory, the quarterly German American Trade Magazine (available online), the Executive Update (GACC Midwest’s monthly e-newsletter), and the Minnesota Chapter's e-newsletter

The annual fee for a MN Corporate Membership is $450.

Individual Membership

The Associate Membership applies to individuals who are not directly associated with a company.

  • Networking Opportunities – Get connected with business professionals and decision makers of the German-American business community in Minnesota
  • Online Access for Members Only - members receive special access to view the online Midwest Membership Directory, and have a listing on and access to the online MN Member Portal
  • Publications– Members have access to online publications, such as the quarterly German American Trade Magazine, and receive the Minnesota Chapter's e-newsletter
  • Discounts on GACC Midwest, Minnesota Chapter Events

The annual fee for a MN Individual Membership is $150.

Student Membership

The Student Membership applies to currently enrolled students with a valid student ID.

  • Networking Opportunities – Get connected with business professionals and decision makers of the German-American business community in Minnesota
  • Discounts on GACC Midwest, Minnesota Chapter Events

The annual fee for a Student Membership is $75.

The applicant hereby understands and agrees to pay the annual membership dues as a member of the GACC Midwest, Minnesota Chapter.

Address

German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest - Minnesota Chapter
P.O. Box 146, Prior Lake, MN, 55372

Contact

Lübbert Kruizenga
President

Sharon Heywood
Executive Director
Tel.: +1 (612) 865-4170
E-Mail: office(at)gaccminnesota.org