2023 Membership Handbook

message from the chairperson

Hello and welcome to the new year! 2023 is here in our LC Valley! My name is Christy Armstrong, and I am the newly elected Chairperson for YOUR Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce. To say that I am thrilled and honored to be a part of this amazing organization is an understatement. As my involvement in the chamber has grown, I have found myself, amazed, astonished, and welcomed by this great community who have given me the opportunity to grow professionally and personally. I am privileged as Chairwoman to continue to grow alongside some very talented and gifted people here in this valley.

What is the definition of a Chamber of Commerce? Well, I looked it up! (Thankful for google)

Per Investopedia.com, “A chamber of commerce is an association or network of businesspeople designed to promote and protect the interests of its members. This leads me right into YOUR Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce mission statement, “The mission of the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce is to Serve, Lead, and be the Voice of our Members.”

Recently I attended a workshop about the power of words. Powerful words can activate the brain, hold you accountable and can give you a well-lit clear path, a specific direction and provide clarity. When I read our mission statement the “power” words that stand out for how our chamber community operates are big and full of intention and passion. As I look at our chamber board of directors, staff, ambassadors, and workforce committees in the past and upcoming; all these individual leaders have truly grasped what I believe these power words to be! Serve, Lead and Voice….

In the workshop we were encouraged to look up our power word definitions and how they resonated within us. The Dictionary from Oxford Languages say, “Serve”: A verb, perform duties or services for others. “Lead”: A verb, show someone the way to a destination by going in front or beside them. “Voice”: A Noun, an agency by which a particular point of view is expressed or represented.

As we go forward in this upcoming year, I am very excited and extremely passionate about keeping the chamber “Power” words moving in a positive forward-thinking path for all our members. I hope you take advantage of getting to better know your board of directors, the awesome staff or other members that are part of this great organization. I encourage you to attend at least one workshop, event or luncheon sponsored by YOUR Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce. I will be reaching out to get to know you if we have not met yet and encourage you to introduce yourself to me or any of the board of directors and, staff members. We would love to talk with you about your needs, concerns, and vision for the valley that we all call our home!

We Rise by Lifting Others!

Christy Armstrong, Chairwoman of the Board

christy armstrong, 2023 Chairperson of the Board

chamber staff

Kristin Kemak, President/CEO

lcpresident@lcvalleychamber.org

Kristina Bickford, Director of Membership and Business Services

membership@lcvalleychamber.org

Blake Harrington, Events and Communications Coordinator

events@lcvalleychamber.org

about the chamber

The Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce believes in maintaining a strong image and reputation for all of our divisions among our stakeholders - our members, our communities, our elected officials, and our partners. Our benefits and services will only be as good as our current and prospective members perceive them. For this reason, we will incorporate our values into messages and actions that we sincerely believe in. We will adhere to these values as means to establish trust as we grow business and grow communities within our region.

These things we believe:

Integrity

Leadership

Accountability

Community Representation

Financial Responsibility vision

Creating a united community, vibrant business environment, and quality way of life in the Lewis Clark Valley mission

The mission of the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce is to serve, lead, and be the voice of our members.

working for you

The Chamber is Open for Business!

The Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce is made up of over 500 member businesses, individuals and organizations. When you become a Chamber member, you invest in the future of the business community and ensure that the Chamber keeps working toward its mission... to serve, lead, and be the voice of our members.

The Chamber’s mission is achieved through hard work and dedication of volunteers and professional staff working together to make our community successful. When you’re a member of the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber of Commerce, you’re in great company!

• Every Chamber member is listed in the Business Directory on the Chamber website, www.lcvalleychamber.org, promoting your business or organization to the world 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

• New members receive one Chamber E-Newsletter insert with their paid membership (value $175).

• Develop a network at Chamber events such as Business After Hours, monthly Membership Luncheons, CEO Breakfasts, and other special events. Simply stated, people love to do business with people they know. The Chamber can be the very best vehicle for you to become recognized through your contribution of time, talent, and treasure. Compared to traditional membership benefits, Chamber events and programs allow potential customers to know you and your business/ organization on a first hand basis.

• Find new customers through our referral service. The Chamber is the front door to our community and we receive numerous of inquiries every week.

• Join the Member-to-Member Discount Program! This program featured in our monthly Business Journal offers special rates on products and services from Chamber members for Chamber members. When you take advantage of these valuable products and services, you’re supporting your fellow members and your Chamber.

• Sponsorship opportunities are available in a variety of forms and price ranges. Do you want to market your business at the Golf Tournament, Business After Hours, or the monthly Membership Luncheon? The monthly Business Journal? Contact the Chamber at 509.758.7712 for information on how you can use these forums to promote your business.

Get involved: educate, advocate, lead

• Educate yourself by reading the Chamber’s weekly membership email and our monthly Business Journal to find out what’s happening in the Chamber and in our community.

• Let your elected officials know where you stand on certain issues. Be an active member in the ID/WA Government Affairs/ Legislative Committee and participate in monthly meetings and calls with your legislators during the legislative session.

• Become a leading force driving the Chamber’s vision. Lend your expertise and leadership to a Chamber committee or Leadership LC Valley. There is something for everyone!

communication tools for your business

• Your membership connects you to the region and the world through a variety of sources.

• Seminars and forums connect you to projects, special events, and small business workshops.

• The monthly Business Journal and weekly emails keep you current on issues and events. Advertising request forms are available for you to add your events to these communication tools.

community involvement

• Lewiston Roundup

• NAIA World Series events

• Refresh the Valley

• Business Expo

• Lighted Christmas Parade

• Scholarships provided at the Agriculture Appreciation Banquet

• YWCA SOUPport Our Shelters

• Leadership LC Valley

• Various Community Fundraisers THANK YOU!

engagement opportunities

Government Affairs Committees - ID & WA

The Government Affairs Committees representing Idaho and Washington advocate for legislation conductive to a healthy business environment at the State, County, and City levels and to inform our membership about pertinent issues through the development of Position Statements. The Idaho GAC meets on the first Tuesday of the month at noon at Jollymore's, The Washington GAC meets via Zoom at 7AM during the Legislative Session. During the legislative session, both Committees conduct bi-weekly phone calls with our senator and representatives in Boise and Olympia. -natural resource and agriculture issues This committee supports, promotes, and protects the values and treasures of the Lewis-Clark Valley by providing natural resource issue awareness and education to the business community. Realizing the positive impact agriculture has on our economy and community, the committee annually recognizes the producers of the region at an appreciation banquet, and awards scholarships to area high school seniors that will be seeking higher education. They meet on the second Tuesday of every other month at the Hells Canyon Grand Hotel.

Ambassador

An honorary branch of the Chamber whose members act as representatives at all Chamber events such as luncheons, Business After Hours and ribbon cuttings The committee meets of the first Thursday of the month at 1PM at various member businesses.

sponsorship opportunities

visionary Investment $10,769

Your business membership dues are included as a part of this sponsorship package

*Rates will automatically increase 1.5% on odd years

benefits

Alphabetical & Categorical Listing in Online Membership Directory

Chamber Weekly Email

Chamber Monthly Business Journal

Discounted International Travel

Chamber website log-in information

Multiple Business Locations included

Logo on Chamber website

Dedicated email for your business- 4/year

Business card size logo in the monthly Business Journal

Monthly listing indicating level of sponsorship

Monthly Business Journal inserts- 6/year

Logo in Chamber weekly email

Membership Survey Administration

Brochure mailed in relocation packets

Electronic membership list- 3/year

sponsorship opportunities

elite Investment $5,923

Your business membership dues are included as a part of this sponsorship package

*Rates will automatically increase 1.5% on odd years

benefits

Alphabetical & Categorical Listing in Online Membership Directory

Chamber Weekly Email

Chamber Monthly Business Journal

Discounted International Travel

Chamber website log-in information

Multiple Business Locations included

Logo on Chamber website

Dedicated email for your business- 4/year

Business card size logo in the monthly Business Journal

Monthly listing indicating level of sponsorship

Monthly Business Journal inserts- 4/year

Logo in Chamber weekly email

Membership Survey Administration

Brochure mailed in relocation packets

Electronic membership list- 3/year

Certificates of Origin

Ribbon Cuttings events

4 tickets...Annual Banquet

4 tickets...CEO Breakfast of Champions

4 tickets...Legislative Welcome Back ID/WA

4 tickets...Legislative Send Off ID/WA

4 tickets...Agriculture Appreciation Banquet

4 tickets...State of the Valley

4 players...Chamber Golf Tournament

1 ticket...Winemaker's Dinner

1 Entry in Lighted Christmas Parade

sponsorship opportunities

Your business membership dues are included as a part of this sponsorship package

*Rates automatically increase 1.5% on odd years

benefits

Alphabetical & Categorical Listing in Online Membership Directory

Chamber Weekly Email

Chamber Monthly Business Journal

Discounted International Travel

Chamber website log-in information

Multiple Business Locations included

Logo on Chamber website

Dedicated email for your business- 1/year

Business card size logo in the monthly Business Journal

Monthly listing indicating level of sponsorship

Monthly Business Journal inserts- 2/year

Logo in Chamber weekly email

Membership Survey Administration

Brochure mailed in relocation packets

Electronic membership list- 2/year

Certificates of Origin

Ribbon Cuttings events

2 tickets...Annual Banquet

2 tickets...CEO Breakfast of Champions

2 tickets...Legislative Welcome Back ID/WA

2 tickets...Legislative Send Off ID/WA

2 tickets...Agriculture Appreciation Banquet

2 tickets...State of the Valley

1 ticket...Winemaker's Dinner

sponsorship opportunities

Your business membership dues are included as a part of this sponsorship package

*Rates automatically increase 1.5% on odd years

benefits

Alphabetical & Categorical Listing in Online Membership Directory

Chamber Weekly Email

Chamber Monthly Business Journal

Discounted International Travel

Chamber website log-in information

Multiple Business Locations included $100/location

Logo on Chamber website

Business card size logo in the monthly Business Journal

Monthly Business Journal inserts- 1/year

Membership Survey Administration

Brochure mailed in relocation packets

Electronic membership list- 1/year

Certificates of Origin

Ribbon Cuttings

events

Bizz Buzz Table Sponsor- 4/year

partner

benefits

sponsorship opportunities

Investment $811

Your business membership dues are included as a part of this sponsorship package

*Rates automatically increase 1.5% on odd years

Alphabetical & Categorical Listing in Online Membership Directory

Chamber Weekly Email

Chamber Monthly Business Journal

Discounted International Travel

Chamber website log-in information

Logo on Chamber website

Business Card size Logo in Business Journal

Multiple Business Locations included- $125/location

Electronic membership list- 1/year

Certificates of Origin

Ribbon Cuttings

Survey Creation and Administration

Monthly Business Journal insert- 1/year

*Non-Profit Rate Available for Supporting, Associate and Partner Membership (Up to 30% Discount).

Proof of Non-Profit status required.

associate

benefits

sponsorship opportunities

Investment $539

Your business membership dues are included as a part of this sponsorship package

*Rates automatically increase 1.5% on odd years

Alphabetical & Categorical Listing in Online Membership Directory

Chamber Weekly Email

Chamber Monthly Business Journal

Discounted International Travel

Chamber website log-in information

Business Card size Logo in Business Journal

Multiple Business Locations included- $150/location

Electronic membership list- 1/year

Certificates of Origin

Ribbon Cuttings

Monthly Business Journal insert- 1/year

*Non-Profit Rate Available for Supporting, Associate and Partner Membership (Up to 30% Discount).

Proof of Non-Profit status required.

Investment $246

benefits

Alphabetical & Categorical Listing in Online Membership Directory

Chamber Weekly Email

Chamber Monthly Business Journal

Discounted International Travel

Chamber website log-in information

Electronic membership list- 1/year

Certificates of Origin

Ribbon Cuttings

Credit Card on file for automatic renewal

*Non-Profit Rate Available for Supporting, Associate and Partner Membership (Up to 30% Discount).

*Rates automatically increase 1.5% on odd years.

individual/world traveler non-business

Investment $178

benefits

Alphabetical & Categorical Listing in Online Membership

Directory Chamber Weekly Email

Chamber Monthly Business Journal

Discounted International Travel

*Rates automatically increase 1.5% on odd years

sponsorship opportunities a ‘la carte opportunities

sponsorships/benefits

Business After Hours Host

Membership Luncheon Sponsorship

Membership Luncheon Speaker

CEO Breakfast Sponsor

Christmas Parade Entry

Survey creation and administration

Other event sponsorship opportunities are available. For additional opportunities, please contact events@lcvalleychamber.org

2023 board of directors

Chair

Christy Armstrong, Weibler Financial

First Vice Chair

Misty DeBarbrie, Regence

Past Chair

Don Montgomery, Waddell & Reed

Nick Woods, Individual Member - 2023

Nigele Williamson, Red Wolf Golf Club - 2023

Scott Charney, Clearwater Paper Corporation - 2023

Michelle Ralston, Advantage Advertising - 2024

Meghan Jeffreys, Secure Choice Lending - 2024

Tobe Finch, Happy Day Corporation - 2024

Colby Witters, Avista Utilities - 2024

Denise White, LCCU - 2024

Bryan Ricker, SEL - 2025

Chantelle Souther, Nez Perce Tribe - 2025

Jeni Akerblade, Vybrance MedAesthetics - 2025

Randi Kilcup, Inland Cellular - 2025

D’Lynn Ottmar, Tri-State Memorial Hospital - 2025

Lynnette Breeden - CCI-Spper - 2025

membership application

member information

Business/Individual Name:

Contact:

Telephone: Street Address:

Mailing Address: City:

E-mail:

Social Media Accounts:

Title:

Fax: State: Zip:

Website:

Date Joined: # of Employees (Full-Time Equivalent):

Description of Business (25 words or less):

Annual Dues

Dues:

Sponsorship Level: $

Visionary Leader: ($10,769)

Elite Leader: ($5,923)

Corporate: ($3,230)

Business: ($1,045)

Media Sponsor: ($7,500))

Partner: ($811)

Associate: ($539)

Payment

Card Number

Total:

Supporting: ($246) $

Exp. Date /

I authorize it is ok to list the above business in our membership directory and automatically charge the included credit card each anniversary for your annual membership.

Signature Date

This application is for membership in the Lewis Clark Valley Chamber. This membership will auto renewed for each year unless the undersigned gives written notice 30 days prior to the billing date. Send Application to membership@lcvalleychamber.org or mail to: PO Box 1996, Clarkston WA 99403 509.758.7712

Leadership LC Valley is the ideal program for preparing the leaders of tomorrow The program connects individuals to the community through a nine month series of educational days featuring topics like arts & history, government & infrastructure, economic development, media, education, healthcare, manufacturing & industry, and non-profits in the LC Valley.

Leadership LC Valley is unlike other programs because it provides participants with the opportunity to meet and discuss issues with key community leaders. Participants study the qualities that make an effective leader, analyze individual leadership roles, and develop personal leadership styles and skills. The personal connections are invaluable to business and civic leadership.

individual leadership

• Cultivate personal leadership and professionals skills for long-term growth.

• Develop a lasting network of peers, across all industries and career levels.

• Strengthen their understanding of the Lewis Clark Valley.

• Engage with prominent senior leaders in the Lewis Clark Valley and surrounding areas.

program sponsor leadership development sponsor

leadership lc valley leading organizations

Participants rapidly gain deep community awareness and establish meaningful connections that help retain valuable employees.

Employees develop relationships with peers in other organizations and sectors, learning new approaches to problem solving, and uncovering new resources they can call on in the future.

Employees bring a better understanding of current and potential key leadership skills back to the office where they can apply them immediately.

Participants become confident leaders by working on real world projects in teams with tight time frames and limited resources.

-Margaret Mead American Cultural Anthropologist

Leadership LCV6 Group on Graduation Day never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.