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Welcome
2011 State of the ChamberGeneral Meeting
Northshore Senior CenterJanuary 27, 2011
State of the Chamber - January 27, 2011
State of the Chamber - January 27, 2011
Agenda
1. Brief History
2. Highlights from 2010
3. Plans & Goals for 2011
4. Reminders: Maximize your Membership
5. Upcoming Events
Mission Statement
To champion the prosperity of the greater Bothell area and quality of life for its community through
collaborative leadership, business advocacy and member driven services
Vision Statement
Dedicated to the prosperity of the greaterBothell area in a competitive world.
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Origins:Greater Bothell Association – 25 membersGBCC Incorporated in 2004Currently grown to 250+ members
Founding Guidelines:Don’t go into debt to grow this ChamberDon’t charge for all eventsDon’t always have our “hand out”Be inclusive; welcome allOperate with INTEGRITY
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Brief History
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WebsiteMeet Our Members
NewsletterSent to 400+ people, free announcements
Sponsorship Opportunities
Highlights of 2010
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4th Annual Guide to Goods & Services20,000 copies distributed
EventsVariety, good attendance
Column in the Bothell ReporterAcknowledging new members, exposure for events
Expanding our BordersGaining “greater” members, New Patron member, hosting Socials
Highlights of 2010
Constant ContactDiscount on emailing marketing
Bothell ReporterMonthly Chamber column, Guide to Goods & Services
AAOAGroup health insurance, discounts on hotels/car rentals and more
Other Relationships: City of Bothell, Campuses, etc.
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Highlights of 2010
Partnerships
Bothell Chiropractic & Wellness5 Point Financial GroupKey BankCox Printing & SignsPacific Medical CentersCanyon Park Treatment Solutions, CRC HealthJJ BooksThe UPS Store in KenmoreKiddie AcademyHilton Garden Inn
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2010 Grand Opening Ribbon Cuttings
Ambassadors
BuyBOTHELL
Downtown ACTION
Economic Development
Fundraising
Senior Resource
Socials (have now joined the Ambassadors)
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Committees
Serves as representatives of the Chamber by welcoming members at events and encouraging members to get involved.
Highlights:
Increased presence at eventsBadges for identificationAwarded third annual $1000 scholarshipWelcomed the Socials Committee!
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Ambassadors Committee
Multi-Chair Third Thursday, 8:00 AM, Crystal Creek Cafe
Works to encourage people to shop locally.
Highlights:
Sustained interest and outreach at community eventsPrinted and distributed the fourth Guide to Goods & ServicesPrinted BuyBOTHELL temporary tattoosUpdated the www.buybothell.org website to include a searchable directoryBuyBOTHELL Bonus Bucks pilot program
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BuyBOTHELL Committee
Leeann Tesorieri Meeting Date & Times TBD
Focuses on improving the downtown business environment.
Highlights:
Focal point for City to share information and seek feedback regarding downtown development
Joint events to draw people to downtown - Vintage Bothell Wine Walk
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Downtown ACTION Committee
Lynn Asmann Third Wednesday, 2:30 PM, Alexa’s Cafe
Provides leadership, as well as research, monitoring and reporting of legislative positions and issues related to Economic Development.
Highlights:Candidate ForumLegislative Agenda advocacyPartnership with the City of BothellCollaboration and support of UWB/CCC campus
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Economic Development
Dick Paylor Third Monday, 11:30 AM, Bothell Police Dept.
Works to organize events that help earn money to augment membership dues to fund Chamber operations.
Highlights:
Bothell’s Best Bites Cookbook (still have some available!)The Community PicnicHoliday Dinner & Auction
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Fundraising Committee
Cheryl Bosh Fourth Wednesday, 2:00 PM, Chamber Office
Raised $1900 for the Senior Center!!
The purpose of this committee is to Promote services and resources for seniors and their families, Inform and Educate each other, the Chamber and the community at large on senior issues and Advocate for and with the senior community and the organizations and businesses that serve them Highlights:
Resource page on the Chamber’s websiteFirst annual Senior Day in downtown Bothell
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Senior Resource Committee
John Hugg & Lauren Bolen Third Tuesday, 9:30 AM, Location Varies
Special Events
The Community PicnicSummer
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Holiday Dinner & AuctionLate November, Early December
Open HouseMid June
Plans & Goals for 2011
1. Continue all committees & events
Events:
Morning Events Networking Breakfasts
General Meetings
Bi-monthly
Monthly
Midday Events Luncheons
Membership Orientations
Community Picnic
Bi-monthly
Bi-monthly
Annually
Evening Events After Hours Socials
Chamber Open House
Holiday Dinner & Auction
Monthly
Annually
Annually
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Wait List for 2011 Socials Calendar !
2. Continually increase/improve sponsorship opportunities
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Plans & Goals for 2011
General Meeting Treat Sponsor No add’l cost
Table Sponsor at General Meetings $100
Student of the Month $50
Table Sponsor Open House $150
Luncheons $250
Community Picnic: Event & Hole Sponsorships Varies
Open House: Presenting Sponsor / Other Sponsorships Varies
RiverFest Craft & Merchants Market: Presenting Sponsor $1500
Holiday Dinner and Auction: Presenting Sponsor/Other Varies
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Sponsorship Opportunities
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3. Continue to provide ways for members to get increased exposure & recognition
Plans & Goals for 2011
• Grow the Meet Our Members Webpage• Feature a business in the newsletter each month
• Continually grow and promote the Member Discount Program•5th Annual Guide to Goods & Services
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Plans & Goals for 2011
4. Increase membership investment convenience
• New member Money Back Guarantee• Quarterly autopay now available
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1. ID Yourself with Chamber Decal
2. GBCC Website Directory Listing - Make sure your information is up-to-date!
3. Advertise on the GBCC website
4. Provide Door Prizes or sign up to make announcements
5. Participate in Member Discount Program
6. Be an Event Sponsor
7. Include Announcements in the Chamber Newsletter
8. Do business with Chamber members whenever possible
9. Get Involved – Attend Events & Participate in Committees!
Maximize your Membership
•Member Orientation – Tuesday, February 11:00 - 2:00 PMRiverside East Retirement & Assisted LivingNo fee; Registration required
•After Hours Social – Thursday, February 175:30 - 7:30 PMLaurie Vandermay’s Listing in BothellFree!
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Upcoming Events
•Networking Breakfast – Tuesday, February 227:30 – 9:00 AMCountry Inn & Suites$20 for members, $5 discount if you pay by Friday, Feb. 18
•General Meeting – Thursday, February 247:30 – 9:00 AMNorthshore Senior CenterDiscovering Your Memory Power
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Upcoming Events
16" pulp baskets
Cost: $55 for Sun Baskets; $60 for Shade Baskets
Order and payment must be in by February 23, 2011
For pick up May 18 behind the Chamber office
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Flower Baskets – Order Now!