Programs and
Initiatives
Guidebook
2016
Chamber Ambassadors
Military Affairs Committee
Workforce Development
And more…
Table of
Contents
Introduction from the
Chamber President… pg. 1
Programs
Ambassadors… pg. 2
NYP… pg. 4
Initiatives
Military Affairs Committee…
pg. 6
Education… pg. 7
Workforce Development…
pg. 8
Other Chamber Projects… pg.
9
Introduction from the
Chamber President
Our programs and initiatives are an ever evolving
extension of our organization. All the committees,
goals, and mission statements carry no value
without the Chamber membership there to give
the words behind them meaning. We provide the
space and the ideas, but the people provide the
hands and the workforce needed to execute
these projects.
Thank you to those of you have already been
working to make these projects a success.
We could not do this without you.
Tony Davis
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Ambassadors
What is a Chamber Ambassador?
Volunteers from Chamber member businesses that plan and participate in Chamber events such as CRAVE! Natchitoches and the Chamber Annual Awards Luncheon.
“…it’s about working together and having fun while doing it.”
– Kenny Thomas, Chamber Ambassador
“Meeting people and networking is the obvious
reason, but understanding and being a part of how business
and community works in Natchitoches is an exciting
dividend.” – Lorilee Broderson, Chamber Ambassador
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What’s in it for me?
Utilize delivery of Community Profiles to establish new relationships
You are listed on the Chamber website, with your photo and a brief bio
Recognition at various Chamber events
Great exposure from emceeing ribbon cuttings
Ambassador Form
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To sign up to become an Ambassador, fill out this form, detach and bring back to the Chamber office at 780 Front St., Suite 101 OR scan as a PDF and send to [email protected]
What are some of the specific duties of an Ambassador? (Obligations in BOLD)
Attend regular Ambassador meetings (At least 7)
Serve on one (or more) Chamber project groups
Attend ribbon cuttings (at least 3) & other Natchitoches Chamber events (at least 1/quarter)
Helping to plan, decorate and host the Annual Awards Luncheon
Help deliver annual Community Profiles, membership plaques and decals
Help host various Natchitoches Chamber events each year (must host at least 3/year)
Wear your Ambassador badge at all Natchitoches Chamber events
Be yourself!
And most importantly—HAVE FUN!
I’m excited and ready to help!
Name ______________________________________________
Email ______________________________________________
Organization ______________________________________________
Signature ______________________________________________
Date ______________________________________________
Natchitoches Young
Professionals (NYP)
What is Natchitoches Young Professionals?
A Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce initiative, Natchitoches Young Professionals is dedicated to developing our community’s current and future business leaders with membership available to anyone between the ages of 21 and 40 who lives, works, learns or plays in the greater Natchitoches area.
“As one of the founding members of the Natchitoches Young Professionals (NYP), it means so much to see the organization thriving and
doing so many great things within the community. It’s my
belief that in order to be a part of your community, you must
volunteer and serve in order to give back to the place that
you love to make it better, day by day.” – Vanner Erikson, NYP
Board Member
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NYP Member Form
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To sign up to become an NYP member, scan the QR code below OR fill out this form, detach and bring back to the Chamber office at 780 Front St., Suite 101 OR scan as a PDF and send to [email protected].
Annual Dues:
$35 Chamber Member
$50 Nonmember
Name _______________________________________________
Email _______________________________________________
Organization _______________________________________________
Chamber Member: Yes No
Signature _______________________________________________
Date _______________________________________________
Military Affairs
Committee
What Does the Committee do?
Helps coordinate local efforts to better serve local and visiting military personnel.
Share activities amongst the group and public at-large.
Works to increase communication between Fort Polk.
Maps services for improvement.
Goals/Mission of the Committee
To create a stronger bond between the Natchitoches community and the military
community of Fort Polk.
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Education
Committee
What Does the Committee do?
Works to develop Early Childhood Education Project.
Uses funds from this
program to provide
enhanced environments in
local, Class A, Quality Start
early childhood education
centers.
Provides assistance to the area's educational needs in PreK12, Technical College and University levels via the Education Fund.
Encompasses PLTW and
STEM summer camps.
Goals/Mission of the Committee
The Education Committee works towards providing more
access to higher quality education in Natchitoches
Parish.
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Workforce
Development
Committee
What Does the Committee do?
Promotes programs geared towards educating and equipping the workforce in Natchitoches Parish for a variety of careers.
Leads the ACT Work Ready Community Program, which empowers regions to measure and close the skills gap in their workforce.
Partners with NWLTC and NSU to better align workforce programs.
Goals/Mission of the Committee
Workforce Development Committee aims to equip the workforces of Natchitoches
Parish for a variety of careers.
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Other Chamber Projects
A spring event during the Legislative Session to bring
awareness to legislators relative to Natchitoches
Broadband and Technology Expansion
Expands access to high-speed
internet access around
Natchitoches Parish, as well as the
implementation of new
technologies to the area.
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Advocacy at the Capitol
Short Courses Monthly Luncheons
A series of classes offered free to Chamber members,
covering a wide variety of relevant business topics.
Luncheons provide an opportunity to build members professional networks, as well
as to learn about topics important to businesses in the
community.
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