How should I calculate my full-time equivalent (FTE) employee count if I’m a franchise or a branch of a national company?
If you're a privately owned franchise, you should include only the employees of your locally owned franchise in your FTE count.
If you're a local branch of a national company, you may include only the employees who support your local operations – this includes your on-the-ground team in the Pilbara and any non-local staff (e.g., based in Perth or elsewhere) who directly support your Karratha operations.
This ensures your membership level reflects the scale of your local business presence and contribution to the region.
Not-for-Profits: Please reach out to the Chamber to get your discount codes. NFPs receive a 20% discount on KDCCI membership.
Program-Specific Memberships (Free):
In addition to KDCCI membership, we also run program-specific memberships that are free:
Grow Local – Supports Karratha businesses with 1:1 coaching, workshops, and connections to help your business grow. Thanks to our funding partners, it’s free for local businesses and focuses on building skills, networks, and opportunities for expansion and success.
Pilbara Indigenous Business Network Group (PIBNG) – Exclusive to Indigenous businesses across the Pilbara, this program provides networking, mentoring, and training to help businesses grow, collaborate, and access opportunities through KDCCI and PIBNG connections.
If you're unsure which category you fall into, or which membership is right for you, feel free to contact us – we’re here to help!