Welcome 2011 State of the Chamber General Meeting Northshore Senior Center January 27, 2011

Welcome

2011 State of the ChamberGeneral Meeting

Northshore Senior CenterJanuary 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 StatementTo 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 StatementDedicated to the prosperity of the greater

Bothell area in a competitive world.


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


Brief History


WebsiteMeet Our Members

NewsletterSent to 400+ people, free announcements

Sponsorship Opportunities

Highlights of 2010


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.


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


2010 Grand Opening Ribbon Cuttings

Bothell Chiropractic & Wellness,January 14

5 Point Financial Group,February 9

Key Bank, March 9

Cox Printing & Signs,April 22

Pacific Medical Centers, May 13

Canyon Park Treatment Solutions, May 25

JJ Books, August 26

Kenmore UPS Store, September 30

Kiddie Academy,October 9

Hilton Garden Inn, December 14

Congratulations!

Ambassadors

BuyBOTHELL

Downtown ACTION

Economic Development

Fundraising

Senior Resource

Socials (have now joined the Ambassadors)


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!


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


BuyBOTHELL Committee

Leeann Tesorieri Meeting Date & Times TBD

http://www.buybothell.org/

Thank you to our sponsors!


BuyBOTHELL Committee

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


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


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


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


Senior Resource Committee

John Hugg & Lauren Bolen Third Tuesday, 9:30 AM, Location Varies

Special Events

The Community PicnicSummer


Holiday Dinner & AuctionLate November, Early December

Open HouseMid June

Plans & Goals for 20111. Continue all committees & events

Events:

Morning Events Networking BreakfastsGeneral Meetings

Bi-monthlyMonthly

Midday Events LuncheonsMembership OrientationsCommunity Picnic

Bi-monthlyBi-monthlyAnnually

Evening Events After Hours SocialsChamber Open HouseHoliday Dinner & Auction

MonthlyAnnuallyAnnually


Wait List for 2011 Socials Calendar !

2. Continually increase/improve sponsorship opportunities


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


Sponsorship Opportunities

Patron Members


3. Continue to provide ways for members to get increased exposure & recognition


• 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



4. Increase membership investment convenience

• New member Money Back Guarantee• Quarterly autopay now available


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!


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


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


Flower Baskets – Order Now!


Thanks for your time and dedication.

With your support,2011 will be a great year for the

Greater Bothell Chamber of Commerce.

Welcome 2011 State of the Chamber General Meeting Northshore Senior Center January 27, 2011

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