Getting started Membership Application Business name Street address City State Zip Telephone Fax Business website address Business email address Primary contact Title Primary contact s email address Secondary contact Title Secondary contact s email address Business category Founding date of business Business description Industry specific keywords Number of full-time employees (2 part time = 1 full time) Number of seats, units or rooms (hotels, restaurants, etc.) Connect on LinkedIn (your account) Follow me on Twitter (your account) Like us on Facebook (business account) Referred by Please send a business logo to info@shawneekschamber.com in either JPEG or GIF format. Thank you! [ Shawnee Chamber of Commerce Please mail or fax completed form to 15100 W. 67th St. Suite 202 (Also available online) Shawnee, KS 66217 p 913.631.6545 f 913.631.9628 Payment information Credit card: MasterCard Visa Credit-card number Expiration date Check (Make payable to Shawnee Chamber of Commerce) I have enclosed a check. Chamber (see reverse) $ Economic Development (see reverse) $ Processing fee $25.00 www.shawneekschamber.com Go2Shawnee - mobile app Total $ Signature Signature indicates the acceptance of electronic communications from the Chamber as well as authorizes the one-time processing of credit card information provided above.
Annual Membership Investment Information MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY Professional Retail Service Sales Manufacturing Distributor 1 10 employees 11 25 employees 26 50 employees 51 100 employees 101 150 employees 151 200 employees 200+ employees Financial Institutions Main location Construction Developers 1 10 employees 11 25 employees 26 50 employees 51 100 employees Utilities Cable Restaurants Apartments Hotels Plus $1.00 for each seat, unit or room County Offices School Districts Community Colleges INVESTMENT $450 $575 $710 $835 $980 $1,100 $750 $450 $575 $710 $875 Non-Profit Organizations - 501(c)3 contact the chamber office Economic Development Investor Partner Leadership $400 $800 $2,000 Processing Fee One-time, initial fee $25 The Federal government requires the chamber to inform you that 97% of membership dues is deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense for federal income tax purposes. Investments effective Jan. 1, 2014
Strong businesses start here Annual Membership Investment Chamber membership consists of over 650 companies and organizations that recognize the value of working together for the growth and enhancement of our community. By representing the collective voice, vision and energy of the business community, the Shawnee Chamber works to promote the best possible business climate. Companies and organizations that join the Chamber are taking an active role in our community while receiving a host of programs and services designed to help businesses of all sizes grow and prosper. Chamber membership works all year long, beginning with immediate benefits to help you market your business and build business connections. Benefits of Membership As a Shawnee Chamber member, your organization receives: Increased EXPOSURE through listings in our online directory, Go2Shawnee mobile app and annual print Business Resource Guide. REFERRALS when people call the Shawnee Chamber office looking for a particular product or service. Only Shawnee Chamber members are referred. SUPPORT for business growth and a strong business environment through our ADVOCACY work with appropriate city, region and state personnel on issues and policies that may impact your business. PROMOTION opportunities when you share your news, discounts, job openings and events on our mobile friendly website, blog, Go2Shawnee mobile app, Facebook and Twitter accounts. Excellent NETWORKING opportunities and a chance to make great connections through attendance at one of our many events each month. Enhanced BRAND AWARENESS when you sponsor an event or participate in our annual Business Expo. To develop and enhance our community through dynamic business leadership. Did you know? We are the SIXTH largest chamber in the metro out of 30+ chambers, serving 650+ members and 1,300 member representatives. Each month we have over 1,500 VISITORS to the Chamber website. The most popular pages are our MEMBER DIRECTORY, EVENTS CALENDAR & BLOG. The total reach on our Facebook page is just over 2,000 impressions each week. There are 1,000+ Shawnee Chamber Twitter followers. We have 300+ members in the Shawnee Business Connections LinkedIn group. Shawnee Chamber of Commerce 15100 W. 67th St. Ste. 202 Shawnee, KS 66217 www.shawneekschamber.com www.goodstartshere.com Go2Shawnee - mobile app
Good connections and credibility Chamber Membership Means Increased Credibility The most recent national survey* confirms that chamber membership is an effective business strategy. For businesses known to be chamber members: consumers are 80% more likely to buy products from that business consumers are 49% more likely to think favorably of that business the business receives a 73% increase in consumer awareness the business enjoys a 68% increase in its local reputation *Study conducted by the Schapiro Group, a strategic consulting firm. Member Testimonials Our chamber involvement gives us a better presence in the community. I feel that everyone I ve met has been a good connection. ~ Karen Boyd, Johnson County Christmas Bureau It made sense to get involved in the Shawnee Chamber. It adds some credibility to our business I think it shows our clients that we are serious about supporting the community. ~ Mitch Fiser, Fiser Group, P.A. Your business may be strong, but if the entire business community isn t strong, that s not good. You still need a business friendly environment. The Chamber helps balance that. ~ Kevin Bennett, Bennett, Bodine & Waters, P.A. The Chamber helps cultivate an environment where relationships are built so it becomes more about quality than quantity. ~ Jason Sheahan, Reddi Services 5-STAR ACCREDITED The Shawnee Chamber is one of only three chambers in Kansas to achieve this level of accreditation, placing it in the top one percent of all U.S. chambers! Being involved in the Chamber is like free advertising. ~ Phil McAnany, McAnany Construction, Inc. Another valuable aspect of our Shawnee Chamber membership is the ability to market our products and services. Chamber events are ideal for making new business contacts and sharing the services and benefits of our hotels for future meetings or social events. ~ JoLynn Brosnan, Courtyard by Marriott I think it s important that we keep Mattes Appraisal Company s name out there. Being involved in the Chamber provides that opportunity. ~ Elaine Copp, Mattes Appraisal Company, Inc. We need to have the best Chamber of Commerce that we can have. Someone s got to be the gatekeepers and individual business owners have too much on their plates so we rely on the Chamber to promote business. ~ Gregg Amos, Amos Family Funeral Home and Crematory Shawnee Chamber of Commerce 15100 W. 67th St. Ste. 202 Shawnee, KS 66217 www.shawneekschamber.com www.goodstartshere.com Go2Shawnee - mobile app
Put yourself in good company Annual Membership Investment SEDC membership consists of business representatives and commercial development personnel from across the Kansas City metropolitan area who are interested in the growth and development of Shawnee. Members are privy to exclusive members-only announcements and activities. You will also have access to information, resources and networks that focus on advancing the economic health of the City. Working to promote job creation, business expansion & retention, and real estate development in Shawnee Benefits of Membership As a member of the SEDC, your company receives: Discounted pricing for SEDC membership luncheons Special email announcements on new business investments in Shawnee Opportunities to connect and build relationships with like-minded business leaders who share your commitment to the community Referrals to new business prospects and developers Membership Return on Investment New and expanding businesses translates to new customers Attraction of new residents means new customers Expanded tax base Spin-off jobs and income benefits SEDC Services The SEDC supports new and expanding businesses by providing: Data and information about available buildings and commercial sites Business-incentives programs Trade-area profiles Demographics and labor-force data A one-stop business-resource center SEDC support for existing businesses includes: Access to business and entrepreneurial resources Outreach activities Opportunities to participate in industry events and award competitions Good Business Starts Here Shawnee Economic Development Council 15100 W. 67th St. Ste. 202 Shawnee, KS 66217 www.shawnee-edc.com www.goodstartshere.com Go2Shawnee - mobile app
Annual Investment Tiers and Benefits $400 Investor One contact per company Website & Annual Report listings Event attendance at member price (luncheon/event fee separate) Access to EDC news/special announcements $800 Partner Benefits above plus two contacts per company Inclusion in Prospect Referral Packet Advance project announcements Quarterly one-on-one updates with EDC staff Invitations to VIP receptions/announcements Event/program sponsorship prioritization Company hyperlink from EDC website $2000 Leadership Benefits above plus unlimited contacts per company Private event with City officials and community leadership Priority consideration for Executive Committee candidacy Complimentary registration to five EDC programs ($100 value) Event/Program sponsorship (1 - $500 value). Programs include: Quarterly SEDC Membership Programs, Business Park Cookout, SIOR Real Estate Event, additional events as determined Priority consideration for prospect testimonial opportunities Shawnee Economic Development Council 15100 W. 67th St. Ste. 202 Shawnee, KS 66217 www.goodstartshere.com