Investor Benefit Packet 2023-24 by GreaterMaconChamberofCommerce

Investment

Benefits 2023-24

About Us ... With over 700 investors, the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce is the most significant, organized business community in Macon-Bibb County. Our organization creates and manages programs and services valued by our diverse stakeholders. The Chamber serves as your connector. We provide access to a network of opportunities to achieve business growth. This is also achieved through strong collaboration with area businesses, government entities, education and other strategic partners who work together to stimulate regional prosperity. Our Vision: To create the best location for business. Our Mission: To provide the resources and support to advance business success in the region. Supporting this mission is why the Chamber exists. Investment in our mission allows exposure, professional relationships in our region and unique access to championing initiatives that influence the economic vitality of the region. Investment levels are specifically designed to help support your business goals. These tiered levels allow you to access resources and solutions to help your business thrive in Central Georgia. By investing in the Greater Macon Chamber, we are greater, together.

Connect Advocate Accelerate Educate Benefits are provided on a calendar-year basis (January to December) unless stated otherwise.

Basic

embership

Annual Investment: $440 | Valued at $855

The Basic Membership level provides you opportunities to engage with over 700 Chamber investors throughout the year, gain visibility among Chamber investors and within the community, stay informed and access business resources. The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce provides a platform for members to build relationships, participate in learning opportunities and meet experts to foster business growth.

Your Benefits at this level Marketing & Promotion Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce window cling (digital logo upon request) Professional business referrals Opportunity to market events, accomplishments and milestones in weekly newsletter (upon request) Opportunity to sponsor Chamber programs Standard listing in Chamber's online business directory (company name, address, phone number, hours of operation, website link, social media links, one category and 240-word description) First ribbon cutting within first year of initial investment (includes scissors, ribbon, promotion on Chamber's digital platforms and Chamber staff and Ambassador attendance) Opportunity to purchase additional ribbon cuttings (subject to availability)

Advocacy and Communications Chamber advocacy of investor interests at the Local, State and Federal levels Guide direction of Chamber by engaging in surveys and polls Subscription to Chamber newsletters and e-blasts First to be updated on Leadership Macon, ChooseMacon.com, GreaterCareerWorks.com and Macon Area Connections (M.A.C.)

Relationship & Business-Building Invitation to Chamber programs Opportunity to serve as an Ambassador Opportunity to participate on Chamber committees Opportunity to purchase Chamber investor mailing labels (email address not provided, two-week lead time requested)

Discounts and Savings Investor pricing on Chamber programs, including Leadership Macon Opportunity to rent community room and business resource room at discounted investor rate (subject to availability) Health insurance discounts through Georgia Chamber SMART Plan and Chamber Plus Plan (if eligible) Retirement plan discounts through Georgia Chamber EXCHANGE Program Georgia Chamber Federation Membership (for businesses with 10 or fewer employees) 7.5% discount on investor dues upon implementing Drugs Don't Work Program Access to investor-to-investor coupons and discount portal

This tier is only available for investors with fewer than 10 employees.

Business Catalyst Annual Investment: $750 | Valued at $1,225

While you are busy running your business, the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce works for you throughout the year. The Business Catalyst level provides marketing tools and opportunities to promote your business. Peer-to-peer engagement, education and sharing best practices will save you time and help grow your business. This investment level includes all benefits in the Basic Membership Level PLUS additional benefits designed for a growing enterprise like yours.

Your Benefits at this level Marketing & Promotion

Relationship & Business-Building

Basic Membership Plus: 1 Chamber social media post per calendar year to promote a business event (marketing collateral must be provided)

Basic Membership Plus: 2 tickets to Business After Hours (must redeem in calendar year)

Advocacy and Communications

Basic Membership Plus: 2 Chamber meeting room rentals (subject to availability)

Chamber advocacy of investor interests at the Local, State and Federal levels Guide direction of Chamber by engaging in surveys and polls Subscription to Chamber newsletters and e-blasts First to be updated on Leadership Macon, ChooseMacon.com, GreaterCareerWorks.com and Macon Area Connections (M.A.C.)

Discounts and Savings

Economic Driver

Annual Investment: $1,300 | Valued at $3,255 Your business is growing and with growth comes new challenges and opportunities. You want to save time, learn from other businesses and make smart investments in positioning your company for growth. The Economic Driver level provides strategic opportunities to explore best practices from successful companies, develop your team and position your brand in the region. This investment level includes all benefits in the Basic Membership Level PLUS additional benefits designed for a growing enterprise like yours.

Your Benefits at This Level Marketing & Promotion

Relationship & Business-Building

Basic Membership Plus: 2 Chamber social media posts per calendar year to promote a business event (marketing collateral must be provided) Opportunity to host a virtual or inperson workshop/seminar/B.R.E.W (based on availability and approval) Opportunity to purchase an enhanced Milestone Ribbon Cutting Celebration (one request/calendar year; Chamber-promoted on social media, in newsletter and on events calendar; includes scissors, custom ribbon and Chamber CEO, staff and Ambassador attendance; invitations sent to Macon Mayor and Chamber Board of Directors)

Basic Membership Plus: 4 tickets to Business After Hours (must redeem in calendar year) 1 Annual Awards Celebration ticket

Discounts and Savings Basic Membership Plus: 4 Chamber meeting room rentals (subject to availability)

Community Advocate

C O R N E R S T O N E

I N V E S T O R

Annual Investment: $2,500 | Valued at $4,320 You appreciate that the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce is working on your behalf to keep the cost of doing business affordable and advocating for favorable business policies. The Community Advocate level offers opportunities for you to engage with the community, influence business policies and provide professional development for your staff. This investment level includes all benefits in the Basic Membership Level PLUS additional benefits designed for a community investor like your business.

Your Benefits at This Level Marketing & Promotion

Relationship & Business-Building

Basic Membership Plus: 3 Chamber social media posts per calendar year to promote a business event (marketing collateral must be provided) Opportunity to host a virtual or inperson workshop/seminar/B.R.E.W (based on availability and approval) Opportunity to purchase an enhanced Milestone Ribbon Cutting Celebration (one request/year; Chamber-promoted on social media, in newsletter and on events calendar; includes scissors, custom ribbon, Chamber CEO, staff and Ambassador attendance; invitations sent to Macon Mayor and Chamber Board of Directors) Up to 2 additional location listings in the Chamber online business directory Community Advocate name recognition in quarterly Cornerstone update newsletter (4th level) Community Advocate name recognition on Annual Meeting program (4th level) Community Advocate name recognition in Chamber annual report (4th level)

Basic Membership Plus: 6 tickets to Business After Hours (must redeem in calendar year) 2 Annual Awards Celebration tickets 2 Macon Matters tickets 1 set of Chamber investor mailing labels (email address not provided, two-week lead time requested)

Discounts and Savings Basic Membership Plus: 8 Chamber meeting room rentals (subject to availability)

Leading Investor Annual Investment: $5,000 | Valued at $8,864

C O R N E R S T O N E

I N V E S T O R

You understand the importance of investing in advocacy, economic development, regional branding and ensuring Macon employers continue to have a strong and globally competent workforce. At the Cornerstone Investor level, you have a seat at the table with leaders who are setting the direction of the Chamber and the region. You receive VIP recognition at signature events and the highest notoriety in marketing opportunities and in Chamber communications.

Your Benefits at This Level Marketing & Promotion

Relationship & Business-Building

Basic Membership Plus: 4 Chamber social media posts per calendar year to promote a business event (marketing collateral must be provided) Opportunity to host a virtual or inperson workshop/seminar/B.R.E.W (based on availability and approval) Opportunity to purchase an enhanced Milestone Ribbon Cutting Celebration (one request/year; Chamber-promoted on social media, in newsletter and on events calendar; includes scissors, custom ribbon, Chamber CEO, staff and Ambassador attendance; invitations sent to Macon Mayor and Chamber Board of Directors) Up to 5 additional location listings in the Chamber online business directory Leading Investor logo recognition in quarterly Cornerstone update newsletter (3rd level) Leading Investor logo recognition on Annual Meeting program (3rd level) Leading Investor logo recognition in Chamber annual report (3rd level)

Basic Membership Plus: 12 tickets to Business After Hours 2 Annual Awards Celebration tickets 3 Macon Matters Tickets 3 State of the Community tickets 1 set of Chamber investor mailing labels (email address not provided, two-week lead time requested) Invitation to CEO roundtable discussions and socials

Discounts and Savings Basic Membership Plus: 10 Chamber meeting room rentals (subject to availability)

Key Stakeholder Annual Investment: $10,000 | Valued at $16,477

C O R N E R S T O N E

I N V E S T O R

Your Benefits at This Level Marketing & Promotion

Relationship & Business-Building

Basic Membership Plus: 8 Chamber social media posts per calendar year to promote a business event (marketing collateral must be provided) Opportunity to host a virtual or inperson workshop/seminar/B.R.E.W (based on availability and approval) 1 enhanced Milestone Ribbon Cutting Celebration (one request/year; Chamber-promoted on social media, in newsletter and on events calendar; includes scissors, custom ribbon and Chamber CEO, staff and Ambassador attendance; invitations sent to Macon Mayor and Chamber Board of Directors) Up to 10 additional location listings in the Chamber online business directory Early opportunity to sponsor Chamber events Exclusive annual leadership interview (upon request) Key Stakeholder logo recognition in quarterly Cornerstone update newsletter (2nd level) Key Stakeholder logo recognition on Annual Meeting program (2nd level) Key Stakeholder logo recognition in Chamber annual report (2nd level)

Basic Membership Plus: 16 tickets to Business After Hours 4 Annual Awards Celebration tickets 4 Macon Matters Tickets 4 State of the Community tickets 2 sets of Chamber investor mailing labels (email address not provided, two-week lead time requested) 1 seat to serve on Military Affairs Council 1 seat to serve on Chamber Board of Directors Invitation to CEO roundtable discussions and socials

Discounts and Savings Program Basic Membership Plus: 12 Chamber meeting room rentals (subject to availability)

Regional Influencer Annual Investment: $25,000+ | Valued at $40,278

C O R N E R S T O N E

I N V E S T O R

Your Benefits at This Level Marketing & Promotion Basic Membership Plus: 10 Chamber social media posts per calendar year to promote a business event (marketing collateral must be provided) Logo listed on rotating banner ad on the Chamber's website Opportunity to host a virtual or inperson workshop/seminar/B.R.E.W (based on availability and approval) 1 enhanced Milestone Ribbon Cutting Celebration (one request/year; Chamber-promoted on social media, in newsletter and on events calendar; includes scissors, custom ribbon, and Chamber CEO, staff and Ambassador attendance; invitations sent to Macon Mayor and Chamber Board of Directors) Up to 25 additional location listings in the Chamber online business directory Early opportunity to sponsor Chamber events Exclusive annual Leadership interview (upon request) Enhanced listing in online business directory Regional Influencer logo recognition in quarterly Cornerstone update newsletter (1st level) Regional Influencer logo recognition on Annual Meeting program (1st level) Regional Influencer logo recognition in Chamber annual report (1st level)

Relationship & Business-Building Basic Membership Plus: 24 tickets to Business After Hours 6 Annual Awards Celebration tickets 6 Macon Matters Tickets 6 State of the Community tickets 3 sets of Chamber investor mailing labels (email address not provided, two-week lead time requested) 2 seats to serve on Military Affairs Council 2 seats to serve on Chamber Board of Directors Invitation to CEO roundtable discussions and socials

Discounts and Savings Basic Membership Plus: 16 Chamber meeting room rentals (subject to availability)

REGIONAL INFLUENCER $25,000+ Investment

KEY STAKEHOLDER $10,000 Investment

LEADING I,NVESTOR $5,000 Investment

COMMUNITY ADVOCATE $2,500 Investment

ECONOMIC DRIVER $1,300 Investment

BUSINESS CATALYST $750 Investment

BASIC MEMBERSHIP $440 Investment

Choose the tier that fits your needs:

Cornerstone Investors Chamber window cling (digital logo upon request) Professional Business Referrals Automatic subscription to newsletters and e-blasts & the opportunity to market business news in newsletter Opportunity to sponsor Chamber programs Standard listing in online business directory Complimentary first ribbon cutting within first year of investment & opportunity to purchase additional ribbon cuttings Invitation to Chamber programs Opportunity to serve as an Ambassador & participate on Chamber committees

Opportunity to purchase investor mailing labels

1 set incl.

2 sets 3 sets incl. incl.

Advocacy of investor interests at Local, State, and Federal levels Opportunity to guide Chamber's direction by engaging in surveys and polls First to be updated on Leadership Macon, Choose Macon, Greater Career Works & M.A.C. Investor pricing on Chamber programs, including Leadership Macon

Investor Benefits

Georgia Chamber Federation Membership (if eligible) Health insurance discount through SMART Plan or Chamber Plus Plan (if eligible) Retirement discount through EXCHANGE Program 7.5% discount on investor dues upon implementing Drugs Don't Work Program Access to investor-to-investor coupons and discount portal Opportunity to rent Chamber meeting rooms at discounted investor rate

2 incl.

4 incl.

8 incl.

10 incl.

12 incl.

16 incl.

Opportunity to promote business event in Chamber social media post

1/year

2/year

3/year

4/year

8/year

10/year

Business After Hours tickets

2/year

4/year

6/year

12/year

16/year

24/year

1/year

2/year

4/year

6/year

1 inc.

Annual Awards Celebration tickets Opportunity to host a workshop/seminar/B.R.E.W Opportunity to purchase an enhanced Milestone Ribbon Cutting Celebration Additional location listings in online business directory

up to 2

up to 5

up to 10

up to 25

Investor logo recognition in Quarterly Cornerstone Update Newsletter, Annual Meeting program and Annual Report

+ 4th level

3rd level

2nd level

1st level

Macon Matters tickets

2/year

3/year

4/year

6/year

3/year

4/year

6/year

Opportunity to serve on Military Affairs Council

1 seat

2 seats

Opportunity to serve on Chamber Board of Directors

1 seat

2 seats

State of the Community tickets Invitation to CEO roundtable discussions and socials Early opportunity to sponsor Chamber events Exclusive annual leadership interview (upon request)

Enhanced listing in online business directory Business logo on rotating banner ad on website

+ Name Only, Logo Not Included

INVESTOR APPLICATION COMPANY NAME: _________________________________________________________________ Company Founded Date: ____/____ Phone Number: _______ -_________-________ Physical Address: _____________________________ City: ___________________State:________Zip Code:_______ Billing Address: _____________________________ City: ___________________State:________Zip Code:_______ Mailing Address: _____________________________ City: ___________________State:________Zip Code:_______ Employees : Part-Time _______ Full-Time _______ Woman Owned: Yes/No Minority Owned: Yes/No Instagram __________________________

__________________________ Twitter Facebook __________________________ Website __________________________

Primary Business Listing - Circle one Animal Care Service/ Art / Entertainment / Museum / Nightlife / Hospitality/ Automotive / Banking / Finance / Investment Service / Business Service/ Government/ Agency/ Contractors / Construction/ Education/ Funeral Director/ Health / Wellness / Medical /Insurance / Information Technology / Computers/ Legal Service/ Manufacturer / Distribution / Aerospace/ Marketing / Media / Event Planning/ Non-Profit Organization/ Personal Care / Real Estate / Retail / Wholesale/ Restaurant / Food Service / Security Services/ Utilities Company / Cable Company/ Waste Management / Exterminating / Cleaning Service

MAIN CONTACT NAME: ___________________________________ TITLE: _______________________________ Email: ____________________________________

Phone Number: ____/_______/_______

Additional Contacts Name:_____________________________ Title:_____________________ Email:_____________________________ Phone Number:_____/_______/_______ Name:_____________________________ Title:_____________________ Email:_____________________________ Phone Number:_____/_______/_______ Name:_____________________________ Title:_____________________ Email:_____________________________ Phone Number:_____/_______/_______

SELECT YOUR INVESTMENT LEVEL Investment Level ........................................................................................................................................................................................... Basic Investment; $440 Business Catalyst; $750 Economic Driver; $1,300

Application Fee

TOTAL INVESTMENT DUE TODAY

. 00 $25 . .

Cornerstone Investor Community Advocate; $2,500 Leading Investor; $5,000 Key Stakeholder; $10,000 Regional Influencer: $25,000+

. TOTAL ANNUAL INVESTMENT *Minus Application Fee

Agreeing with the policies and goals of the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce, I agree to invest annually in the Chamber plus the one-time processing fee of $25.00. I understand that a full year’s investment is due with this application, and that subsequent annual renewal investments will be payable on anniversary date. The Chamber may depend on my annual investment until I terminate this agreement in writing.

SIGNATURE _____________________________ TITLE ___________________________ DATE: ___/____/____ Chamber of Commerce Investors dues are generally tax deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense. The following notice is required by law: “Contributions or gifts to the Chamber of Commerce, including contributions are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. Membership Agreements and Membership dues are subject to approval by the Board of Directors.

338 Poplar Street Macon, GA 31201 Phone: 478.621.2000 Info@maconchamber.com