sandy area chamber of commerce overview
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This presentation is a brief overview of the products and services offered by the Sandy Area Chamber of CommerceTRANSCRIPT
Where Business Gets Done…
MissionPromote economic development in Sandy City and the surrounding areas
Provide programs and services that strengthen businesses
Represent the interests of free enterprise before state and local government and regulatory agencies.
Economic Development
• Increasing Profitability of Existing Businesses – Provide Programs and Services
• Attracting New Businesses – Quality of Life including Shopping, Entertainment and Schools
7 Core Benefits• Credibility
• Exposure
• Influence
• Connections
• Recognition
• Advantage
• Incentives
CredibilityEach Member of the Sandy Area
Chamber of Commerce has been approved by the Board of Directors as a reputable business and has undergone a background check by the Chamber.
Exposure• Events That Showcase Local Businesses
– Inaugural Gala– Classic Celebrity Golf Tournament– Titan Awards– Taste of Sandy– Women In Leadership Conference– Networking Meetings– South Valley Business to Business Expo
Exposure• Marketing
– Sponsorship Opportunities at Major Events– Newspaper Ads– Sandy Chamber Web Site– Sandy Chamber eNewsletter– iShopSandy.com (Coming Soon)– SkiSandy.com– Sandy Style Magazine– Commerce Report
Influence
• Government Affairs Committee
• City Council Meetings
• Meet The Candidates
• Lobbying During Legislative Session
• Building Relationships with Political Leaders
• Promote a Business-Friendly Environment
Connections
• Networking Meetings– Weekly Connect Marketing Luncheon– Weekly Connect Marketing Breakfast– Monthly Women In Business Luncheons– Annual Holiday Party– Ribbon Cuttings
Connections
• Community Events– Utah Jazz– Salt Lake Bees– Utah Grizzlies– Real Salt Lake– PGA Utah Section– Utah Long Drive Championship
Recognition
• Award Ceremonies– Business Excellence– Philanthropy– Volunteerism– Community Involvement– Chamber Involvement– Corporate Citizenship
Advantage
• Business Education– Shared Resources– Network Building– Marketing Strategies– Best Practices– Education– Success Strategies
Incentives
• Members Only Special Pricing– HUMANA Health Discounted Rates– Newspaper Advertising Discounts– Community Event Discounted Tickets– Business Services Discounts
Structure
The Chamber is a 501 (c) 6 Non-Profit
• Chamber Members– Board of Directors
• Committees• President/CEO
– Chamber Staff– Interns– Volunteers
Where Business Gets Done…