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Member Package

Dear Business Leader and Future Chamber Member: Thank you for your interest and vision regarding your membership in the Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™, Inc. (DMBCC™). The downtown Miami and Brickell area is the hottest market in which to live, work and play, whether from Miami, the Americas or the rest of the world.

We retain a unique strategic position, along with highly educated, affluent and culturally diverse stakeholders. This fine group of individuals knows and is able to appreciate all that is important about lifestyle and business needs. This allows the Chamber to serve as the catalyst for a prosperous and vibrant business and social community.

Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™, Inc. invites you and your organization to become a member leader, in order to realize your full potential. This can be accomplished by uniting positive, hardworking and visionary business people, with a common goal of the greater good of Miami’s business and social community, which includes you.

The Chamber has crafted a comprehensive information and benefits package along with various levels of investments, in order that you may select your company’s member participation based on your needs. The membership levels, along with the sponsorship opportunities, provide generous benefits tailored to maximize your company’s branding and marketing objectives, as well as your own. Please note that customized programs can be addressed on an individual basis. The investment you and your company makes in the Chamber will realize an excellent Return On Investment (ROI) for your company’s bottom line.

The Chamber’s structure permits you, the member, endless opportunities to profit utilizing your time, talent and treasure. Volunteering for the multiple committees, councils, work groups and events will enable the member leader to interact and network with outstanding business and community leaders. These lifelong relationships, when properly established, will bring to fruition both friendship and fortune for the years to come.

Please review the enclosed information, and select which level of membership in the Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™ fits your, and your organization’s, particular needs.

Thank you for considering our invitation, and we look forward to your vigorous and exciting participation in our Chamber.

Most sincerely,

Evelio MedinaFounder, President and CEO

PHONE: 786-728-0008 • Website: www.miamibrickellchamber.com • Email: [email protected]


MISSION It is the mission of the Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™ (DMBCC) to serve as the VOICE, BRIDGE and PLATFORM for Downtown Miami & Brickell businesses, entrepreneurs and the community as a whole. As such, we will provide every opportunity for growth and prosperity personally, professionally and in business. The Chamber will empower, represent and offer networking possibilities to its members, at all levels of community, government and commerce.

VALUES • To serve our membership and our community with honesty, integrity and dedication. • To conduct business in a professional, transparent and efficient manner. • To serve as goodwill ambassadors representing our Chamber and community at all times. • To elevate civility, communication and respect within our membership and our community. PHILOSOPHY The DMBCC™ believes in not reinventing the wheel. In order to accomplish this goal, the Chamber will enter into strategic alliances with like-minded individuals and organizations that are presently serving specific missions, such as the (SBA) Small Business Administration, Score, (BC) Beacon Council, (DDA) Downtown Development Authority, (GMCVB) The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, (SFMSDC) South Florida Minority Supplier Development Council, (EF) Enterprise Florida, The National and State Departments of Commerce, (CC) Chambers of Commerce, Local, Regional, National, and International (non-profits), foundations, government, academia and other entities in order to realize the objectives of the Chamber and its members. STRUCTURE The Chamber will be governed by its bylaws, which will serve as the roadmap for governance. The Chamber will consist of an Executive Committee and Board of Directors which will empower a team of professionals to manage the day-to-day Chamber administration. In order to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Chamber and its members, there will be committees, councils, work groups and leadership forums. The membership of these entities will be comprised of volunteer chamber members elected among their peers. The following are examples of the standing committees. • Hospitality (Hotels, Cruise & Port Industries, Conventions & Meetings, Restaurants/Bars, Venues, Tourist Attractions) Committee • Banking & Finance Committee • Real Estate & Construction Committee • Trade & Tourism Committee • Professionals (Attorneys, CPAs, Consultants) Committee • Healthcare & Bio-Sciences Committee • Non-Profit Organizations Committee • Governmental Affairs • IT (Technology) Committee • Infrastructure & Emergency Management Committee • Creative (Entertainment, Sports, Special Events, Advertising/Marketing/Social, New Media, Cultural Arts) Committee • Life Balance (Mind, Body & Spirit, Quality of Life Issues) Committee • Small Business & W&MBE Committee • International (International Business, Consular Corps & Trade Missions (Outbound/Inbound) Committee

Follow us/like us on Facebook.com/MiamiBrickellChamber, Twitter.com/MiamiBrickellChamber and LinkedIn.

Mission Statement and Information Sheet


Planned Events in which the Chamber will Produce, Participate and/or Support

Annually Quarterly Monthly

Awards and Dance Gala Consular Corps Luncheon

Breakfasts

Golf Tournament New Member Orientation Luncheons

Symposiums, Conferences and/or Meetings on Various Subjects

Home Owners Assoc.Condo Events

Happy Hours

Holiday Parties Sporting Events

Wine and Food Festival Training on Various Subjects

Health Fair 5K/8K and Half Marathon

Committee Meetings

Arts Festival Trustee Receptions

Music Festival Educational Session on Various Subjects

Goals

Chamber Expo

and Annual Meeting

Trade Missions (Outbound/Inbound)

Demographics

By Population

Miami DDA Area: 1.7 Square Miles2010 Population: 71,0002010 Daytime Population: 194,0002014 Projected Population: 81,10022,079 Residential Units Built Since200318.6 Million Sq. Ft. of Office Space6,096 Hotel Rooms

PopulationBreakdown

1 mile radiusfrom Flagler St.at Miami Ave.



2014Projection 39,598 202,251 444,728

2009 Estimate 36,346 194,545 432,963

2000 Census 27,279 174,498 403,963

1990 Census 25,373 170,877 411,925

Growth 1990-2000 7.51% 2.12% -1.93%

By Household

HouseholdBreakdown

1 mile radius from FlaglerSt. at Miami Ave.



2014 Projection 16,864 78,917 179,954

2009 Estimate 15,345 75,591 174,601

2000 Census 11,232 66,631 160,511

1990 Census 10,503 63,990 160,782

Growth 1990-2000 6.93% 4.13% -0.17%

Copyright 2010 Miami Downtown Development Authority. All Rights Reserved.

Downtown Miami/Brickell’s residents and professionals is a highly

desired demographic group. This group which lives, works, and plays

within a 5 mile radius of Downtown Miami & Brickell is a marketers’

dream. Highly educated, affluent, and culturally diverse, this fine group

of individuals knows and is able to appreciate all that is important

about life.

FAST FACTS

Membership Levels, Benefits and Investment

Chairman’s Leadership Circle (CLC) Trustee Level $9,999

Most prominent level of Chamber Membership 30 Chamber associate members 1 position on Chamber of Commerce Board

President’s Leadership Circle (PLC) Trustee Level $4,999

Bridge level of Chamber Membership 16 Chamber associate members

Corporate Partners Leadership (CPL) Level $2,499 Cornerstone level of Chamber Membership 10 Chamber associate members

Hotel/Condotel Leadership (HCL) Level $999 Tailored for the specific needs of the Hotel/Condotel Industry 6 Chamber associate members

Corporate/International Leadership (CIL) Level $499 General Chamber Membership 3 Chamber associate members

Non-Profit Organization Leadership (NPO) Level $299 Tailored for the specific needs of Non-Profit Organizations 2 Chamber associate members

Small Business Leadership (SBL) Level $299 + $200 (4 $50 Gift Certificates) Tailored for the specific needs of Small Business/W-MBE Community 2 Chamber associate members

Restaurant/Bar Leadership (RBL) Level $299 + $200 (4 $50 Gift Certificates) Tailored for the specific needs of Restaurant and Bar Community 2 Chamber associate members

Entrepreneur/Individual Leadership (EIL) Level $199 Tailored for the specific needs of Entrepreneurs and Individuals not affiliated with any corporate and/or above referenced Chamber Membership levels 1 Chamber associate member

Chamber Associate(s) (Name, Title, Phone & Email Address): 1.___________________________________________________________________________ 2.___________________________________________________________________________ 3.___________________________________________________________________________ 4.___________________________________________________________________________ 5.___________________________________________________________________________ Additional Associates please provide Name, Title, Phone & Email Addresses on official company letterhead.

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Membership Investment $___________

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One-time application fee $25 TOTAL $ ___________________

Membership Application

For Chamber Office Use Only.

Investment

Staff Rep: _______________________Recommended By: ________________Date App. Rcvd. __________________Date Processed: __________________Date Approved: ___________________Date Welcome Package: ____________

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Company and/or Organization Information

Company_________________________________________________________________________________________

Address__________________________________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip______________________________________________________________________________________

Main Telephone________________________________ Fax________________________________________________

Company Website__________________________________________________________________________________

Business Category__________________________________________________________________________________

Brief Business Description____________________________________________________________________________

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Keywords_________________________________________________________________________________________ (For search purposes on website listings) Number of Employees_______________________________________________________________________________

Year Company Established (mm/yyyy)__________________________________________________________________

Primary Contact/Chamber Liaison

Name____________________________________________________________________________________________

Title_____________________________________________________________________________________________

Telephone ________________________________________________________________________________________

Fax______________________________________________________________________________________________

Email____________________________________________________________________________________________

Industries and/or Committees of interest to your Company

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Payment Information & Methods

Cash Check American Express MasterCard VISA Discover

Charge my credit card in the amount of $__________________________

Card number________________________________________________ Exp. date___________ CVV/Code_________

City and Zip of billing address________________________________________________________________________

Name as it appears on card____________________________________

Signature__________________________________________________

-OR- Check payable to Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce in the amount of $_________ CHK#______

Please read this important notice before signing this application. Membership in the Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™, Inc. (DMBCC™), enables all member companies, through their membership representatives, to apply for active participation in any committees, councils, workgroups and events within the Chamber’s organizational structure. I understand that membership in the Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™, Inc. is subject to approval by the organization’s Board of Directors. The membership covered by this application shall be considered as renewed from year to year, on the anniversary month of the membership, unless a thirty day notice is given in writing prior to the renewal date. An NSF fee will be charged for all returned checks. Chamber membership dues are non-refundable and may be a tax-deductible expense. Signature__________________________________Title_________________________ Date______________________ Authorization: Your signature on this application allows Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™, Inc. to bill the credit card provided above for the “total investment.” Your signature on this application provides the Chamber with your authorization to receive Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™, Inc. communication via telephone, email, text and/or fax. Membership application forms that are not signed will be held for processing. A Chamber representative will contact you to arrange any discrepancies. Thank you!

*Mailing Address: P.O. Box 13038, Miami, Florida, 33101


Membership Levels, Benefits and Investment Opportunities

Chairman’s Leadership Circle (CLC) Trustee Level - $9,999 The Chairman’s Leadership Circle is the most prominent level of membership available to the member companies and/or organizations in the Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™. This level will effectively maximize your company’s potential for recognition and exposure amongst Chamber members and the community at large. The CLC trustee level includes the Chamber’s mission statement and the usual and customary Chamber of Commerce services, plus this exclusive benefits package:

• The company will be able to enroll 30 associates under its CLC trustee membership level. • Participation in high level networking events with distinguished community and business leaders. • Active participation in the various chamber committees, councils, workgroups and events. • Attendance at the annual Goals planning meeting and input relating to the goals and objectives of

the Chamber. • Invitations to exclusive CLC trustee level receptions, luncheons and VIP events. • A position on the Board of Directors designated by the CLC trustee. • One presenting sponsorship and a five minute presentation at a signature Chamber event.

(Breakfast, Lunch and/or Happy Hour) to be determined by member company and staff. • Extensive new media branding and marketing with our state-of-the-art Chamber Nation™ cloud

computing and chamber management system. • Access to State-of-the-art lead generation and referral system. • Prominent listing and links to your company’s website on the official Chamber website,

www.miamibrickellchamber.com™ and various Chamber-affiliated web portals. • Full-page story in the official DMBCC™ Membership Guide. • Company logo and company information to be included in the official DMBCC™ Membership

Guide. • Special recognition at all Chamber events. • Priority access to VIP events and photo opportunities with special invited guests. • Your company’s image (logo) prominently displayed at Chamber headquarters. • Priority status when opportunities for sponsorship and advertising are available. • Trustee plaque and pin presented during the monthly Movers & Shakers Luncheon™. • Reduced membership ticket pricing for Chamber events. • Customized consultation with chamber staff in order to create a detailed branding, marketing and

sponsorship roadmap to appropriately accomplish their Chamber trustee’s membership goals. • Priority seating to Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™ functions. • Access to international, national and local networks of business leaders by participating in

Consular Corps Luncheons, Trade Missions (Outbound/Inbound) and Strategic Alliance Partner events.

• Participation in the VIP Rewards Affinity Savings Program. (Retail and B2B) And much, much more


President’s Leadership Circle (PLC) Trustee Level - $4,999 President’s Leadership Circle (PLC) Trustee Level is the bridge between the Chairman’s Leadership Circle (CLC) Trustee Level and the Corporate Partner Leadership (CPL) Level. This membership is available to the member companies and/or organizations in the Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™. This package is positioned to efficiently and effectively create excellent exposure and a strong presence in the Chamber and the community. The PLC Trustee Level includes the Chamber’s mission statement and the usual and customary Chamber of Commerce services, plus this exclusive benefits package:

• The company will be able to enroll 16 associates under its PLC trustee membership level. • PLC trustee will participate in high level networking events with distinguished community and

business leaders. • PLC trustee associates will have the opportunity to actively participate in the various Chamber

committees, councils, workgroups and events. • PLC trustee is encouraged to participate in the annual Goals planning meeting and offer input

relating to the goals and objectives of the Chamber. • Exclusive PLC Trustee Level receptions, luncheons and VIP events. • One associate’s sponsorship at a signature Chamber event. (Breakfast, Lunch and/or Happy

Hour) To be determined by member company and staff. • Extensive new media branding and marketing with our state-of-the-art Chamber Nation™ cloud

computing and chamber management system. • State-of-the-art lead generation and referral system. • Prominent listing and links to your company’s website on the official Chamber website

www.miamibrickellchamber.com™ and various Chamber-affiliated web portals. • Half-page story in the official DMBCC™ Membership Guide. • Company logo and company information included in the official DMBCC™ Membership Guide. • Special recognition at all Chamber events. • Priority access to VIP events and photo opportunities with special invited guests. • PLC Trustee Level member company’s image (logo) prominently displayed at Chamber

headquarters. • PLC priority status when opportunities for sponsorship and advertising are available. • PLC plaque and pin presented during the monthly Movers & Shakers Luncheon™. • Reduced membership ticket pricing for Chamber events. • Customized consultation with Chamber staff in order to create a detailed branding, marketing and

sponsorship roadmap to appropriately accomplish their Chamber’s membership goals. • Priority seating to Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™ functions. • Access to international, national and local networks of business leaders by participating in


• Participation in the VIP Rewards Affinity Savings Program. (Retail and B2B)

Corporate Partners Leadership (CPL) Level - $2,499 Corporate Partners Leadership (CPL) Level is a premiere membership available to the member companies and/or organizations in the Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™. This level is the cornerstone of the Chamber. This package is positioned to create an increased exposure and a strong presence in the Chamber and the community. The CPL Level includes the Chamber’s mission statement and the usual and customary Chamber of Commerce services, plus this exclusive benefits package:

• The company will be able to enroll 10 associates under its CPL membership level. • CPL will participate in high level networking events with distinguished community and business

leaders. • CPL associates will have the opportunity to actively participate in the various chamber

committees, councils, workgroups and events. • CPL is encouraged to participate in the annual Goals planning meeting and offer input relating to

the goals and objectives of the Chamber. • Exclusive CPL level receptions, luncheons and VIP events. • One associate’s sponsorship at a signature Chamber event. (Breakfast, Lunch and/or Happy

Hour) To be determined by member company and staff. • Extensive new media branding and marketing with our state-of-the-art Chamber Nation™ cloud

computing and chamber management system. • State-of-the-art lead generation and referral system. • Prominent listing and links to your company’s website on the official Chamber website

www.miamibrickellchamber.com™ and various Chamber-affiliated web portals. • Quarter-page story in the official DMBCC™ Membership Guide. • Company logo and company information to be included in the official DMBCC™ Membership

Guide. • Special recognition at all Chamber events. • Priority access to VIP events and photo opportunities with special invited guests. • CPL level member company’s image (logo) prominently displayed at Chamber headquarters. • CPL priority status when opportunities for sponsorship and advertising are available. • CPL plaque and pin will be presented during the monthly Movers & Shakers Luncheon™. • Reduced membership ticket pricing for Chamber events. • Customized consultation with Chamber staff in order to create a detailed branding, marketing and

sponsorship roadmap to appropriately accomplish their Chamber’s membership goals. • Priority seating to Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce™ functions. • Access to international, national and local networks of business leaders by participating in




Hotel/Condotel Leadership (HCL) Level - $999 Hotel/Condotel Leadership (HCL) Level is specifically tailored for hotels and condo/hotels registered and/or established to do business in the United States and/or internationally. The Chamber understands the specific needs of the HCL companies and thus has created a membership level to address those concerns. The benefits include the Chamber’s mission statement and the usual and customary Chamber of Commerce services. The HCL level serves as a vehicle to promote and grow your hotel’s and/or condo’s presence locally, nationally and internationally by tapping into the Chamber’s vast network of business tools and resources.

The HCL Level benefits include:

• Enrollment of 6 associates under its HCL membership level. • Opportunity to actively participate in the various Chamber committees, councils, workgroups

and events. • Opportunities to host and/or sponsor one of our signature events. • Extensive new media branding and marketing with our state-of-the-art Chamber Nation™

cloud computing and chamber management system. • State-of-the-art lead generation and referral system. • Listing and links to your company’s website on the official Chamber website

www.miamibrickellchamber.com™ and various Chamber-affiliated web portals. • A listing in the HCL section of the DMBCC™ Membership Guide. • Plaque and pin presented during the monthly Movers & Shakers Luncheon™. • Reduced membership ticket pricing for Chamber events. • Access to international, national and local networks of business leaders by participating in


• Participation in the VIP Rewards Affinity Savings Program. (Retail and B2B) • Special coupons and promotions to be distributed to Chamber members via Chamber’s

electronic communications system.


Corporate/International Leadership (CIL) Level - $499 Corporate/International Leadership (CIL) Level is specifically tailored for corporations and/or any legal entities registered and/or established to do business in the United States and/or internationally. The Chamber understands the specific needs of the CIL companies and thus has created a membership level to address those concerns. The benefits include the Chamber’s mission statement and the usual and customary Chamber of Commerce services. The CIL Level serves as a vehicle to promote and grow your corporate and international presence by tapping into the Chamber’s vast network of business tools and resources.

The CIL Level benefits include:

• The company will be able to enroll 3 associates under its CIL membership level. • Opportunity to actively participate in the various Chamber committees, councils, workgroups

and events. • Opportunities to host and/or sponsor one of our signature events. • Extensive new media branding and marketing with our state-of-the-art Chamber Nation™

cloud computing and chamber management system. • State-of-the-art lead generation and referral system. • Listing and links to your company’s website on the official Chamber website

www.miamibrickellchamber.com™ and various Chamber-affiliated web portals. • A listing in the CI L section of the DMBCC™ Membership Guide. • Plaque and pin presented during the monthly Movers & Shakers Luncheon™. • Reduced membership ticket pricing for Chamber events. • Access to international, national and local networks of business leaders by participating in





Non-Profit Organization Leadership (NPO) Level - $299 Non-Profit Organization Leadership (NPO) Level is specifically tailored for the non-profit organizations that contribute to the betterment and quality of life in the communities they serve. The Chamber understands the specific needs of the NPO community and thus has created a membership level to address those concerns. The benefits include the Chamber’s mission statement and the usual and customary Chamber of Commerce services. The NPO Level serves as a vehicle to promote and grow your non-profit organization by tapping into the Chamber’s vast network of business tools and resources.

The NPO Level benefits include:

• The organization will be able to enroll 2 associates under its NPO membership level. • Opportunity to actively participate in the various chamber committees, councils, workgroups

and events. • Specific education regarding all aspects of running a non-profit organization with major

emphasis on fundraising and operations. • Opportunities to host and/or sponsor one of our signature events. • Extensive new media branding and marketing with our state of the art Chamber Nation™

cloud computing and Chamber management system. • State-of-the-art lead generation and referral system. • Listing and links to your company’s website on the official Chamber website

www.miamibrickellchamber.com™ and various Chamber-affiliated web portals. • A listing in the NPO section of the DMBCC™ Membership Guide. • Plaque and pin presented during the monthly Movers & Shakers Luncheon™. • Reduced membership ticket pricing for Chamber events. • Access to international, national and local networks of business leaders by participating in





Small Business Leadership (SBL) Level - $299 + $200 trade (4 gift certificates of $50) Small Business Leadership (SBL) Level is specifically tailored for small retail and consumer services businesses with no more than 10 employees. The benefits include the Chamber’s mission statement and the usual and customary Chamber of Commerce services. The SBL Level serves as a vehicle to promote and grow your small business by tapping into the Chamber’s vast network of business tools and resources.

The SBL Level benefits include:

• The organization will be able to enroll 2 associates under its SBL membership level. • Opportunity to actively participate in the various chamber committees, councils, workgroups

and events. • Opportunities to host and/or sponsor one of our signature events. • Extensive new media branding and marketing with our state of the art Chamber Nation™


www.miamibrickellchamber.com™ and various Chamber-affiliated web portals. • A listing in the SB L section of the DMBCC™ Membership Guide. • Plaque and pin presented during the monthly Movers & Shakers Luncheon™. • Reduced membership ticket pricing for Chamber events. • Access to international, national and local networks of business leaders by participating in





Restaurant/Bar Leadership (RBL) Level - $299 + $200 trade (4 gift certificates of $50) Restaurant/Bar Leadership (RBL) Level is specifically tailored for the restaurant/bar business segment. The Chamber understands the specific needs of the RBL industry and thus has created a membership level to address those concerns. The benefits include the Chamber’s mission statement and the usual and customary Chamber of Commerce services. The RBL Level serves as a vehicle to promote and grow your restaurant and/or bar by tapping into the Chamber’s vast network of business tools and resources.

The RBL Level benefits include: • The organization will be able to enroll 2 associates under its RBL membership level. • Opportunity to actively participate in the various chamber committees, councils, workgroups

and events. • Opportunities to host and/or sponsor one of our signature events. • Extensive new media branding and marketing with our state of the art Chamber Nation™


www.miamibrickellchamber.com™ and various Chamber-affiliated web portals. • A listing in the RB L section of the DMBCC™ Membership Guide. • Plaque and pin presented during the monthly Movers & Shakers Luncheon™. • Reduced membership ticket pricing for Chamber events. • Access to international, national and local networks of business leaders by participating in





Entrepreneur/Individual Leadership (EIL) Level - $199

Entrepreneur/Individual Leadership (EIL) Level is for the individual who does not have any legal corporate entity registered and/or established, but still wants to benefit from the Chamber’s mission statement and the usual and customary Chamber of Commerce services. The EIL level serves as a vehicle to network and tap into the Chamber’s vast network of business tools and resources The EIL Level benefits include:

• The individual will be able to enroll 1 associate under its EIL membership level. • Opportunity to actively participate in the various Chamber committees, councils, workgroups

and events. • Opportunities to host and/or sponsor one of our signature events. • A listing in the EIL section of the DMBCC™ Membership Guide. • Pin will be presented during the monthly Movers & Shakers Luncheon™. • Reduced membership ticket pricing for Chamber events. • Access to international, national and local networks of business leaders by participating in




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