Emporia Membership Guide 2018

MEMBER

2018

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2018 | Membership Guide

WELCOME to the Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce As the 2018 Chairman, I am thankful for the opportunity to serve each of you and your business ventures.

Community service is at the core of my personal beliefs.

It is so important for me to give back in any way I can to the community that has given me so much.

The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce has the same goal in “Building Community Through Business” The Chamber promotes: Shop Local Programs, Networking Opportunities, Leadership Development, Governmental Issues Awareness, Housing and Workforce Development, and Economic Growth.

The Chamber is dedicated to helping local business success.

My goal in 2018 is to be a Servant Leader, someone who helps others in our community achieve their life goals.

I encourage each of you to be Servant Leaders in 2018 as well.

Who do you know that with some interest, encouragement, or a simple invitation to share their experiences and knowledge might become a future leader in our community?

We are blessed to have a dedicated and professional staff working with Jeanine McKenna, our President, who herself is selfless and fully committed to your success as members.

Please let us know how we can continue to serve your business, after all it truly is the reason we are here.

Jeff Williams 2018 Chairman

Our Vision

Positive attitudes promoting positive actions

Our Mission

The mission of the Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce is to be proactive in creating an environment for business and community success

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Membership Levels | 2018

Left to right: Lori Siebenaler, Kelly Mayer, Susan Rathke, Jeanine McKenna, Vanda Stephens, Jessica Crumb, Kathryn Martin

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS Executive Membership More than 1,000 Employees

If your business benefits from a strong economy the Executive Membership is your choice to support the Chamber and your company’s success. The Executive level is our most prestigious membership level offering you a company profile included in our Relocation Guide, a one-on-one breakfast or lunch with the Chamber President and Board Chairman.

In addition to all the Classic Membership benefits Executive Members receive the following: • A total of sixteen (16) Membership Representatives • $2,500 set aside to be used on program sponsorships • Six (6) free sponsorships in the weekly member email • 25% discount off of professional development programs • Fifty (50) Free passes to Business After Hours • Unlimited use of the ValuNet FIBER Smart Room • Two (2) Free sets of mailing labels upon request • Invited to quarterly luncheons with other Executive and Keystone members • One table for eight reserved at the Annual Meeting and receive the discount ticket price for additional tickets purchased • Have your business featured on an Executive and Keystone Member signage/poster • Logo included in the Chamber Membership Guide • Recognition as an Executive Member on our Website • Invited to a one-on-one breakfast/luncheon with the President & Chairman • Company or CEO profile included in the Relocation Guide Total Executive Membership Investment

$5,000

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2018 | Membership Levels

Keystone Membership 151 to 1,000 Employees

For our more proactive members, the Keystone Membership enables business executives looking to make an even higher-level commitment to growing their company and the Emporia business community. Your voice will be heard at quarterly luncheons with other Keystone and Executive members. In addition to all the Classic Membership benefits Keystone Members receive the following: • A total of eight (8) Membership Representatives • Three (3) free sponsorships in the weekly member email • 20% Discount off of professional development programs • $500 set aside to be used on program sponsorships • Twenty-Five (25) Free passes to Business After Hours • Sixteen (16) Free hours use of the ValuNet FIBER Smart Room • One Free set of mailing labels upon request • Invited to quarterly luncheons with other Keystone and Executive members • Receive two (2) tickets to the Annual Meeting and receive the discount ticket price for additional tickets purchased • Logo included in the Chamber Membership Guide • Be recognized as a Keystone Member on the Chamber Website • Have your business featured on a Keystone & Executive Member signage/poster Total Keystone Membership Investment

$2,240

Thank you Keystone Members for your support.

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Membership Levels | 2018

Premier Membership

Entrepreneur Membership

Classic Membership

Grow your business with increased exposure in the business community as a Premier Member.

In addition to all the Classic Membership benefits Premier Members receive the following: • A total of three (3) Membership Representatives • Two (2) free sponsorships in the weekly member email • 15% Discount off of professional development programs • $250 set aside to be used on program sponsorships • Ten (10) Free passes to Business After Hours • Eight (8) Free hours use of the ValuNet FIBER Smart Room

Entrepreneurs are smart buyers and are not afraid to take risk. The Entrepreneur membership level is a smart decision for small businesses who want greater visibility. In addition to all the Classic Membership benefits Entrepreneur Members receive the following: • A total of two (2) Membership Representatives • One (1) free sponsorships in the weekly member email • 10% Discount off of professional development programs • $100 set-aside to be used on program sponsorships • Five (5) Free passes to Business After Hours • Four (4) Free hours use of the ValuNet FIBER Smart Room

Becoming a Chamber Member is a great way to showcase your business and get connected to the community & other businesses. This level is designed for small businesses.

• One (1) Membership Representative • Online Membership Directory listing by category and alphabetical • Relocation Guide business listing • Business referrals from Chamber staff • Networking & Marketing Opportunities • Weekly member emails updating on activities of the Chamber and Community • Submitting articles for publications in weekly member email and social media • Eligible to sponsor Emporia Area Chamber Events • Opportunity to participate and serve on Committees • Polling and Survey Participation on current issues

Total Entrepreneur Membership Investment

Total Classic Membership Investment

51 to 150 Employees

Total Premier Membership Investment

$870

16 to 50 Employees

$580

Up to 15 Employees

$290

OTHER MEMBERSHIPS

Out-of-town Membership Approved through the Chamber office

$290

Associate Membership

Non-profit organizations, Pastors, Education employees, Government employees, Less than full-time employees, Non-employed individuals

$205

Senior Memberships

Fully retired person who wishes to maintain contact with the Chamber. (Spouse may join for additional $25)

$125

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2018 | Membership Levels Comparison

2018 COMPARISON CHART Membership

Executive

Total Membership Investment

$5,000

Keystone Premier Entrepreneur Classic

$2,240 $870

$580

$290

Number of Chamber Membership Representatives

16

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Networking & Marketing Opportunities

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Submitting articles to be included in weekly email and on social media

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Utilize the Chamber Display Window

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Eligible to sponsor Emporia Area Chamber events

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Member Email updates to keep you informed

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Opportunity to participate and serve on Committees

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Polling and Survey participation on current issues Funds Reserved for Sponsorship Opportunities Discount off Professional Development Programs Free Passes to Business After Hours Hours Free Use of ValuNet FIBER Smart Room Sponsorship of weekly member email Business Noted in the Front Pages of the Chamber Membership Guide Free set(s) of mailing labels upon request Reservation for The Annual Meeting

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$2,500

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Featured on signage in Chamber office

As Executive

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Recognition on our Website as an Executive or Keystone Member

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Quarterly luncheons with Executive & Keystone Members

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One-on-one Breakfast/Luncheon with President & Chairman

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Company or CEO Profile included in the Relocation Guide

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Membership

Total Membership Investment

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Executive

$5,000

Keystone Premier Entrepreneur Classic

$2,240 $870

$580

$290

Membership Perks | 2018

MEMBERSHIP PERKS ValuNet FIBER Smart Room & Conference Room Contact Vanda Stephens vstephens@emporiakschamber.org

The Chamber is pleased to have two rooms available for the public to use for corporate meetings, board retreat, staff training, instructional activities, internal business affairs, seminars, webinars, etc. The rooms can be used individually or opened into one large room. Technology available includes: high-speed internet, smart TV, grey boards, projectors and ELMO. • Chamber Members: $50 for the first four (4) hours of use; then $50 for each additional hour or part of an hour thereafter.

• Non-Chamber Members: $50 for each hour or part of an hour thereafter.

• Non-Profits: First four (4) hours at no charge. Additional use may be charged $50 each hour of part or an hour thereafter, • After Hours Usage: $50 for each hour or part of an hour.

Business After Hours — Business Before Hours Contact Jessica Crumb jcrumb@emporiakschamber.org

Take advantage of this great opportunity to network with others, Hosting or attending these events is a wonderful way to let other businesses know the services you provide to the community. Not sure about sponsoring an event by yourself?

Contact the Chamber office and we can help connect you with another business with whom to co-sponsor. Book your 2019 event NOW!

Ribbon Cuttings Contact Jessica Crumb jcrumb@emporiakschamber.org

Whether you are a new member, holding a grand opening for a new location, or recognizing an anniversary or special occasion, let us know. We will help you arrange a ribbon cutting and gather our Chamber Ambassadors together to join you in the celebration.

Red Alerts

Contact Kathryn Martin kmartin@emporiakschamber.org The Red Alert program is designed to get information to Chamber members in the event of “questionable” banking activity in our area. The Red Alert Systems begins with the Police Department contacting our office; then we forward the information on to our members who sign up to be a part of this program.

Shop Emporia Gift Certificates Contact Vanda Stephens vstephens@emporiakschamber.org

There are over 80 Chamber members who participate in the Gift Certificate program. The design of the gift certificates are user-friendly and are valid for 5-years. In 2017 over $77,000 was put into the Emporia economy through this program. (Signed agreement required, 3% handling fee applies.)

Relocation Packets Contact Kathryn Martin kmartin@emporiakschamber.org

People interested in moving to Emporia contact the Chamber to receive information on the community. Be sure to sign up for the Relocation program and we will send you their names and addresses so you can send them information about your company. www.emporiakschamber.org | 7

2018 | Sponsorship Opportunities

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES A la carte funds are only available in the year in which your membership was purchased.

You may not use 2018 a la Carte funds to pay for 2019 sponsorships.

Annual Meeting

Contact Jessica Crumb | jcrumb@emporiakschamber.org Please join us on January 25, 2019 as we host the Annual Meeting to recognize the outgoing Chairman of the Board, Business of the Year, Committee of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and Lifetime Achievement Award.

Underwriter: $2,500 (Sold) Your Sponsorship Includes: • Twelve (12) complimentary tickets to the event • Discounted price on additional tickets for the event • Recognition during the program • Logo on invitation • Signage that recognizes your business as the Underwriter of the evening • The opportunity to welcome everyone at the start of the program • Invite to the Sponsor Reception and choice of seating for twelve attendees (two tables of six) • Will receive a small gift at the Sponsor Reception • Recognition in one weekly member email and on website

Silver Patron: $500 Your Sponsorship Includes: • Four (4) complimentary tickets to the event • Discounted price on additional tickets for the event • Recognition during the program • Signage that recognizes your business as a Silver Patron for the evening • The opportunity to be a part of the program • Invite to the Sponsor Reception and choice of seating for four attendees • Will receive a small gift at the Sponsor Reception • Recognition in one weekly member email and on website

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Gold Patron: $1,000 Your Sponsorship Includes: • Eight (8) complimentary tickets to the event • Discounted price on additional tickets for the event • Recognition during the program • Signage that recognizes your business as a Gold Patron for the evening • The opportunity to be a part of the program • Invite to the Sponsor Reception and choice of seating for eight attendees (1 table of eight) • Will receive a small gift at the Sponsor Reception • Recognition in one weekly member email and on website

Bronze Patron: $250 Your Sponsorship Includes: • Two (2) complimentary tickets to the event • Discounted price on additional tickets for the event.

• Recognition during the program • Invite to the Sponsor Reception and choice of seating for two attendees • Recognition in one weekly member email and on website

Sponsorship Opportunities | 2018

Leadership Emporia

Contact Vanda Stephens | vstephens@emporiakschamber.org Leadership Emporia is open to anyone from Emporia or the surrounding area. The Emporia Chamber has partnered with the Kansas Leadership Center to create stronger, healthier and more prosperous communities. During this program participants explore the KLC Competencies of: Diagnosing the Situation; Energizing Others; Managing Self; and Intervening Skillfully.

Underwriter: $500

Your Sponsorship Includes: • Opportunity to participate in a session • Logo on the Celebration Luncheon Program • Five (5) complimentary tickets to the Celebration Luncheon

Celebration Luncheon Sponsor: $300

Your Sponsorship Includes: • Opportunity to introduce the Luncheon Speaker • Logo on the Celebration Luncheon Program • Three (3) complimentary tickets to the Celebration Luncheon

Program Partner: $250

Your Sponsorship Includes: • Recognition on the Celebration Luncheon Program • Two (2) complimentary tickets to the Celebration Luncheon

Leadership Lite

Contact Jeanine McKenna | jmckenna@emporiakschamber.org Leadership Lite is four workshops to introduce you to the Kansas Leadership Center’s Principles and Competencies. Are you curious about Leadership Emporia? An Alumnus of Leadership Emporia? Then Leadership Lite is for you! Leadership Lite will teach you the basics that are taught in Leadership Emporia in four sessions, two hours each.

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2018 | Sponsorship Opportunities

Field to Feast

Group Lunches

Field to Feast is an event that will take place on Saturday, September 29, 2018. The evening will feature a reception with hors d’oeuvres, followed by three course meal, prepared by the culinary arts students at Flint Hills Technical College and local chefs. The unique casual yet elegant setting will have everyone sitting in one long table setting, and served family style.

Group Lunches are an excellent way to network! You will be matched with a group of 4-6 other Emporia Area Chamber members to enjoy lunch at a local Chamber member restaurant.

Underwriter: $2,000 – (Sold)

You will receive an email the day before with what restaurant you will be meeting your group.

Contact Jeanine McKenna jmckenna@emporiakschamber.org

Your Sponsorship Includes: • Ten (10) complimentary tickets to the event • Recognition during the program • Logo on invitation • Signage that recognizes your business as the Underwriter of the evening • The opportunity to welcome everyone at the start of the program • Recognition in one weekly member email and on website

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Contact Jessica Crumb jcrumb@emporiakschamber.org

Each month, be matched with a different group at a different restaurant and get to know new people!

Lunch is on your own.

Group Lunch Dates: • April 4 • May 2 • June 6 • July 11 (one week later because of the holiday) • August 1 • September 5 • October 3 • November 7 • December 5

Sponsorship Opportunities | 2018

Peer Coaching Circle Contact Jeanine McKenna jmckenna@emporiakschamber.org

Personal and professional coaching has fast become one of the most popular forms of development in today’s society. Growing your skills are critical for successful leadership and supervision. We are proud to be bringing peer coaching circles to our members and believe this is an outstanding way to develop yourself and/or your employees. A peer coaching circle is an economical way to help the participant learn to work through their challenges at work.

What is a peer coaching circle and who can benefit? A peer coaching circle is a group of at least four individuals and a trained facilitator or are committed to attending six sessions held every three weeks. Each participant is coached and each participant will coach others in their group. Everyone is committed to helping everyone in their group reach their goal. This can be a powerful experience and will be facilitated by a trained professional to ensure the meetings are highly focused. Who can benefit from peer coaching? Really anyone! Do you have employees new to a supervisory position? Are you working on organizational change? Are you a young professional working at growing your profession? Do you want to expand your leadership development skills? These are just a few examples of who can benefit from attending these sessions.

$150 for 6 Sessions

All Veterans Tribute Contact Susan Rathke srathke@emporiakschamber.org

The All Veterans Tribute is series of events planned to honor all Veterans of all military service for the United States of America. This week-long celebration includes the Veterans Day Parade, Memorial Service, Veterans Talent Show, Student Essay & Poster Contest and more.

Government Matters Contact Vanda Stephens vstephens@emporiakschamber.org

Promote your business at this series of Legislative Dialogues.

Three dialogues are held with our Kansas State Legislators and opportunities to meet with City, County and Emporia Public Schools.

Sponsor: $100

Your Sponsorship Includes: • Signage at event

Blue Supporter: $500 or more Red Supporter: $250 to $499 White Supporter: $100 to $249

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