Ambassador Club

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Ambassador Club

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The Pike County Chamber of Commerce announces the creation of The Ambassador Club and is looking for potential members. The Ambassador Club has been established as a coalition of business professionals that work to shape the future of the Chamber and serve as advocates for the organization.

“The Pike County Ambassadors are the “goodwill arm” of the Chamber,” said Chamber President Brad Hall. “They are charged with extending the hand of friendship to old and new members alike. They promote retention by welcoming new members, making goodwill calls, assisting with ribbon cuttings, and attending various Chamber events such as business after hours.”

The Ambassador Club comes to the Pike County Chamber through the creativity and work of Ambassador Club Committee Chair Eva Ratliff and Vice-Chair J.R. Blackburn.

The mission of the Ambassador Club is to effectively promote membership to the Chamber to new and prospective members, while encouraging current members to maximize their membership. Ambassador members are volunteer liaisons between members and the Chamber staff, and will achieve this mission through attending Chamber events, Ambassadors Club meetings, and having awareness about Chamber events and programs to share with other members.

“Our ambassadors will assist members in fully recognizing the value of their Chamber membership,” Hall added. “The Chamber relies on the Ambassadors to aid in relaying information to and from members, identifying concerns and garnering support from the Chamber.”

The Ambassador Club is an exclusive benefit of the Chamber and has a limited enrollment of 30. It is designed to be the most active group in the Chamber and every member should realize the commitment involved. If selected, members are expected to serve a minimum of one year and fulfill the monthly participation requirements with commitment.

“The expectations are high for our Pike County Ambassadors but the rewards of membership are even greater,” said Hall. “You are sure to gain valuable friendships, networking opportunities, and contribute to the strengthening of our business community.”

The benefits and rewards of being involved in the Ambassador Club include the following:

· Developing New Business Contacts - As a representative of the Pike County Chamber of Commerce, the Ambassador has the opportunity to personally visit many new firms in the community. This provides the individual with contacts that could eventually manifest themselves in future business. The many Chamber events also provide the Ambassador with a network of unlimited contacts.

· Increased Visibility - You and your Company will be visible at all Chamber related functions and eligible for the Ambassador Awards presented at the Chamber Annual Meeting each July. You will also be promoted through Chamber's website and publications along with other marketing campaigns.

· Position of Leadership - Build and advance effective, relevant, and professional programs and networking opportunities for Ambassador Members. You will be seen as a leader in the eyes of the Chamber members, Chamber board, and the community at large.

Ambassador Club members will also receive rewards based on a points system. Points will be given for each Chamber event that Chamber Ambassadors attend. Each month, the Ambassador with the highest point total will be featured in the Chamber’s newsletter as the Ambassador of the Month. At the end of the calendar year, Ambassadors that attend 75% of all ribbon cuttings and business after hours will receive a recognition plaque at the Chamber’s Annual Banquet. Also, an Ambassador of the Year award will be given to the Ambassador with the highest total of points. Additional recognition will be provided to Ambassadors throughout the year with various gifts of appreciation.

If you are up to challenge of being an active volunteer for the betterment of the Pike County Community, as a Chamber Ambassador Club member, then please call the Chamber at (606) 432-5504 or call Brad Hall or email at brad.hall@pikecountychamber.comto get your application today or get answers to any questions you may have.

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