Become a Member

Build Connections. Create Opportunities. Grow Your Business.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, corporation, nonprofit, or community partner, TBC provides the resources, relationships, and advocacy to help your organization thrive.

Membership That Builds Stronger Businesses and Partnerships

Membership with The Business Council (TBC) is more than joining an organization—it’s becoming part of a collaborative network committed to strengthening businesses, fostering meaningful partnerships, and advancing economic growth throughout our community.

Whether you’re a small business, entrepreneur, nonprofit, corporation, or public-sector organization, TBC provides opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow through education, advocacy, networking, and strategic business relationships.

Why Join TBC?

As a member, you’ll gain access to valuable resources and opportunities designed to help your organization succeed.

  • Business networking and relationship building
  • Educational workshops and leadership development
  • Procurement and supplier diversity opportunities
  • Connections with corporate, government, and community partners
  • Business resources and technical assistance
  • Marketing exposure through the TBC Member Directory
  • Signature events and member-exclusive programming
  • Advocacy that supports business growth and economic inclusion

TBC Membership Level & Benefits

Enterprise Membership

$250 / Annual

  • Business listing in the TBC Member Directory on the TBC website
  • Business listing in the WiDEN supplier directory
  • Business development opportunities to support growth and expansion
  • Increased access to opportunities for socially and economically disadvantaged businesses
  • Networking events and relationship-building opportunities with business and corporate leaders
  • Advocacy that advances the interests of small, diverse, and disadvantaged businesses

Growth Membership

$500 / Annual

Choose One Program

MMAC Dual Membership
OR
Scale Up Milwaukee Program

Includes Everything in Enterprise Membership, Plus:

  • Personalized business growth planning and strategic support
  • Five (5) one-on-one business development hours with TBC staff, technical assistance providers, or subject-matter experts*
  • Access to resources designed to help your business grow and scale
  • Featured Business Spotlight in the What We Know weekly newsletter
  • Priority consideration for business grant opportunities, when available**
* Business development hours may be used whether or not you participate in the Scale Up Milwaukee program. Hours will be applied toward the appropriate business development activity.
** Grant funding is not guaranteed. If TBC receives grant funding for member businesses, Growth and Impact Members will receive priority consideration based on grant eligibility requirements.

Impact Membership

$2,500 / Annual

Exclusively for TBC members, the Impact Membership offers the highest level of engagement, visibility, and business support. You’ll receive everything included in the Growth Membership, plus the opportunity to choose one of the following premium benefits.

Choose One Premium Benefit

Participation in the Business Connection Module
OR
Sponsorship recognition at all TBC Signature Events

Additional Benefits

  • TBC & MMAC Dual Membership
  • One (1) complimentary general admission ticket to each TBC Signature Event
  • Up to fifteen (15) one-on-one business development hours with TBC staff, technical assistance providers, or subject-matter experts*
  • Expanded opportunities for strategic business growth, networking, and corporate engagement
* Business development hours may be used whether or not you participate in Scale Up Milwaukee programming. Hours will be applied toward the appropriate business development activity.
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Frequently Asked Questions.

Admission of Members

Prospective members are required to pay TBC or TBC/MMAC membership dues in full at the time of their application. Membership dues cover one year of membership and are renewable each calendar year. Dues, which are subject to change, are paid in advance and are continuous until cancelled in writing within 14 days of the renewal date.

Are My Membership Dues Tax Deductible?

No, TBC Membership are not tax-deductable.

How Can I Cancel My Membership

You can cancel your membership dues 14 days before the date of your annual due date. Cancellations must be made in writing or your membership will be renewed automatically for the next year.