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Membership Guide
Message from The President The Clearwater area is a wonderful community to live, work and play. The Clearwater Regional Chamber has been a strong voice - representing business advocacy, welcoming visitors and supporting the community for over 97 years. I take great pride in being part of a team; the member partners, staff and volunteers who continue to give of their time, energies and resources for the betterment of Clearwater and the Tampa Bay region.
As one of the largest chambers in the Tampa Bay area, we provide services and benefits to our members that help them prosper. Whether you are looking to open or expand a business, we are ready to assist you.
We look forward to being a partner in your business's success.
Sunny regards,
Carol Hague President & CEO
Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce
From Technology to Tourism and Boardrooms to Beaches
AchieveHERs • Ambassadors • Clearwater Young Professionals
Government Affairs • Tourism Partners
www.clearwaterflorida.org
727.461.0011
Connecting People Is Our Business Be an Integral Part of Exciting Clearwater
Bronze Level Membership
$395 Annually This first plan allows you to attend Chamber
events, sign up for our many opportunities at
member pricing and gets your business on the
path to involvement within our business
community. This first level is for companies with
15 employees or less. This membership level
includes the following benefits:
Events & Programs: • New Member Orientation • Chamber on the Road Membership Luncheon
Member Services: • Members-Only Access to the Chamber’s Website • Discounted Online Event Registration • Complimentary Ribbon Cutting • Business Directory Listing • Bi-Weekly Chamber Newsletter • Business Development Resources • Free Certificate of Origin Services (for up to 5 visits a year – reduced pricing each subsequent visit) • Government resources at the local, state & federal level
• Membership Plaque
Promotional Opportunities: • One business location listed on website and directory • One category for your business listing • Three keywords for searches in business directory • Website link from Chamber site to yours • “Proud Chamber Member” logo for your website • Brochures & business cards in Chamber lobby • Opportunity to advertise in business directory, visitor guide, and on Chamber’s website • Opportunity to serve on Chamber committees. • Opportunity to include coupons or promotional products in the Ambassador bags delivered to new and renewing members.
As an entrepreneur and business woman with an active real estate business, working with clients throughout all of our beautiful beach communities, our corporate membership with the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce, is the best investment our business has made, financially, professionally and personally.
The Chamber is highly respected in West Central Florida and rightfully so. They are an invaluable resource that adds another layer of professionalism to our business. Every member of their staff is, without question, outstanding beyond what mere words can express. They are always helpful, conscientious, and dedicated to their members. The referral business we receive from them is consistently beneficial to our business which relies heavily on referrals. In many ways, they feel like a much needed and welcomed addition to our staff with only one goal in mind and that is, to assist us in achieving our business goals and realize continued growth and success! No dollar value can be placed on that kind of service or partnership. They are priceless and we, their members, are extremely fortunate to be their partners.
Barbara L. Pesho, LLC President & Chief Executive Officer Suncoast Realty Services
Silver Level Membership
$750 Annually This plan is designed to help companies that have established an identity and are becoming recognized in the local business community, yet are seeking more opportunities to access programs to assist them in growing their business.
In addition to all Bronze level benefits, Silver level members receive the following:
Member Services:
• Complimentary meeting space (twice a year)
• Free Certificate of Origin Services (for up to 10
visits a year – reduced pricing each subsequent
visit)
• Ability to post coupons on Chamber website
• Free event posting to Chamber’s community calendar
Promotional Opportunities: • Two business locations listed on website and
directory • Two categories for your business listing • Your news highlighted in eBlasts to 2000+ people • Your events highlighted in eBlasts to 2000+
people • Business profile, including your social media networks listed on the Chamber’s website
Gold Level Membership $1500 Annually
This upper level plan is designed to attract companies who are interested in being involved in policy issues that can affect our business community. These businesses continue to grow and thrive as a result of their community involvement, foresight, business acumen and leadership.
In addition to all Bronze & Silver level benefits, Gold level members receive the following:
Member Services: •Choice of:
•Full Membership mailing list (twice per
year)
• Weekly Relocation list • Weekly Visitor mailing list
• Complimentary meeting space (four times per year)
• Free Certificate of Origin Services (for up to 15
visits a year – reduced pricing each subsequent
visit)
Promotional Opportunities: • Four business locations listed on website &
directory
• Three categories for your business listing
Aligning GrillSmith Restaurant with the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce has allowed our restaurant to have a fruitful relationship with the business community that makes up the Clearwater area. We pride ourselves on being a spot for local residents to come in and enjoy our food and ambiance with businessmen & women, friends and family. This has provided the restaurant and me personally to be able to network with and interact with so many great individuals to promote our business and to be a place where our guests will continue to come back to!
Jeff Philbin Grillsmith Sales & Catering Manager
Since I became associated with the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce four years ago, I have had the pleasure of meeting local professionals and business owners many of whom have become my friends and or clients of mine as a Financial Professional. My association with CRCC and especially being part of the “Ambassador” program have opened many doors for me to meet new people and further promote my business, which otherwise would not have been possible.
Chuck Chucri, CLU, ChFC, FLMI Financial Professional The Prudential Insurance Company of America
Trustee Level
Membership $3000 Annually
This upper level plan is designed to attract companies who have an interest in the economic development and business growth of Pinellas County and the Tampa Bay area and want to help shape the future of our region and the Chamber. These members strongly support the work of the Chamber and wish to interact with top local business and community leaders.
In addition to all Bronze, Silver & Gold level benefits, Trustee level members receive the following:
Events & Programs: • Trustee and Division Partner Receptions • Bi-Monthly Trustee Luncheons • CEO Forums with local community leaders
• Special Invitations for local events
Member Services: •Choice of:
•Full Membership mailing list (five times a
year)
• Weekly Relocation list • Weekly Visitor mailing list
• Complimentary meeting space • Consideration for Board appointment and
leadership opportunities on committees • Free Certificate of Origin Services (unlimited
visits)
Promotional Opportunities: • Ten business locations listed on website & directory • Four categories for your business listing
• 6 keywords for searches in business directory
Division Partner
Membership
$10,000 + Annually
Our Division Partners are a select group of business leaders throughout the Tampa Bay area who have made a commitment to the success of the Clearwater Regional Chamber. This level of commitment includes:
In addition to all benefits associated with Bronze, Silver, Gold & Trustee Memberships, Division Partner members receive the following:
Events & Programs: • VIP & Exclusive events limited to business leadership • Preferred seating at Chamber Signature Events
Member Services: • Ability to appoint someone from your organization to the Board of Directors • Partnership Package custom designed for your business to help promote and elevate your company by increasing your name and brand awareness throughout the community. • Free Certificate of Origin Services (unlimited visits)
Promotional Opportunities:
• Five categories for your business listing • 6 keywords for searches in business directory • Ability to send communication to full
membership (email excluded) • Logo recognition on correspondence and at all
events • Recognized on Chamber website and in The
Business Directory • First opportunity to sponsor Chamber events
The Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce provides its members with many opportunities to network, learn and to get involved in decisions that affect our community and the business environment in Clearwater. The professional, friendly staff is always available and provides reliable resources for members to use in helping grow their business.
Nancy Longstreth Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa Director of Sales and Marketing
Platinum Bank is proud to be an active member of the Clearwater Chamber. It is a partnership that has truly helped our Bank’s roots grow deeper in Pinellas county. The chamber staff are always putting their best foot forward for the local businesses and the membership is comprised of great business men and women leaders. I’d recommend becoming a member to all local businesses.
James Ray Platinum Bank Senior Executive Vice President/Area Executive
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Bronze $395
Silver $750
Gold $1,500
Trustee $3,000
Division Partner
$10,000+
Chamber Membership Plaque & “Proud Chamber Member” logo √ √ √ √ √
Promotional materials in Ambassador Bag √ √ √ √ √
Category listing(s) on website with link 1 2 3 4 ∞ Business location(s) listed on website and directory 1 2 4 10 10 Keywords for searches in business directory 3 4 5 6 ∞ Member orientation √ √ √ √ √
Online event registration √ √ √ √ √
Online business referrals √ √ √ √ √
Bi-weekly Chamber newsletter √ √ √ √ √
Business development resources √ √ √ √ √
Government resources at local, state and federal level √ √ √ √ √
Complimentary ribbon cutting or open house √ √ √ √ √
Able to submit content to Chamber newsletter* 1 2 3 4 ∞ Public Policy and Business Development newsletter √ √ √ √ √
Ability to post Coupons, Event and Discounts on Chamber website √ √ √ √
Complimentary meeting room space rental** 2 4 ∞ ∞ Ability to reach full membership, relocation or visitor mailing list √ √ √
Opportunity to sponsor and attend Trustee lunch (additional $1,000 investment)
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Leadership appointment opportunities to committee and councils √ √
Complimentary Trustee luncheons √ √
Annual meeting with CEO or Board of Directors √
Custom Partnership Package designed for your business to help promote your company, increase your name recognition and build brand awareness throughout the community
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Ability to nominate a representative from your organization to the Chamber’s Board of Directors
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Logo recognition on specific materials √
VIP and Exclusive Events limited to business leadership √
Recognition on Chamber website, Directory and Community Guide for your investment level
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*A $25 content fee applies if you exceed your content allotment. **Subject to availability; maximum 12 people.
As the premiere Voice of Business for the Clearwater area, this Chamber provides resources for your business to grow. With a talented work force, continuing educational opportunities, networking and partnering with other agencies and businesses, advantages abound for our 600+ members.
Membership Opportunities
Brochures and Business Cards You may leave your business cards, brochures and restaurant menus at the Chamber at no cost as a benefit of your membership.
Membership List Available to members and the public online on our Website Directory. Available to be sent electronically to Gold Level members and above only (excluding email addresses).
Members Only Portal Through the Members Only Portal, Silver level and above members have the opportunity to post coupons and community events on our website. Community events are visible on our community calendar which also scrolls on the homepage of the website.
Visitor Guide and Business Directory These publications are filled with useful information. We distribute approximately 60K Visitor Guides that are distributed throughout the world to attract visitors to Clearwater. They are produced three times throughout the year with up-to-date information on current events and activities. Our Business Directory is sent to those interested in which businesses are Chamber members, to those looking for goods and services that our members provide and also to those considering relocation to Clearwater.
Visitor Center The Chamber manages the Beach Visitor Information Center for the City of Clearwater, located near Pier 60. There are great advertising opportunities for you here. If you are interested in hearing more, contact Kristina Alspaw ext. 233.
Committees & Councils: The Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce offers many committees and councils to help get you involved and connected to the community.
AchieveHERs To meet the demand of businesswomen in the Clearwater region, AchieveHERs was established to be a regional leader providing camaraderie, support, networking opportunities and valuable new insights to women in business. AchieveHERs will provide impactful quarterly events that share insight, ideas, skills and success stories to ultimately help women overcome obstacles to their success. AchieveHERs is open to both established women in business and those aspiring to lead. To receive communications about AchieveHERs, contact Kristina Alspaw, ext. 233
Ambassadors Program Our Ambassadors are the welcoming committee of the Chamber. They visit new and renewing members throughout the year delivering Ambassador Bags containing coupons and promotional items from member businesses. You will also see our Ambassadors volunteering at many of our events. For more information, contact Jeni Borrow, ext. 226
Business of the Year Awards Each year at the annual dinner the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce honors a Small and Large For Profit Chamber member business and in the same categories honors a Not-For-Profit Chamber member business. Every business that submits an application will be interviewed by a panel of judges. The perks for receiving this prestigious award are recognition at the annual dinner, an article in the Chamber’s e-newsletter and your business name and logo for one month on a US 19 billboard, as well as a plaque for your business. For more information, contact Carol Hague, ext. 239
Committees & Councils:
Clearwater Young Professionals Clearwater Young Professionals is a Pinellas County based organization backed by the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce designed for up and coming professionals. The mission of the CYP is to provide young professionals in the Clearwater area an outlet to connect with businesses, other young professionals, and make a difference in the community. Contact Jeni Borrow. ext. 226
Government Affairs The Chamber serves as an advocate for the business community. We monitor public policy on the local, state and federal levels, activating our grassroots network and leveraging the strength of our membership to ensure a robust, competitive business environment. For more information, contact Darryl Henderson, ext. 222
Tourism Partners Council This committee includes all Chamber members in the hospitality industry and related businesses. With a focus on promoting Clearwater as a year-round tourist destination, these meetings offer educational, promotional and networking opportunities for its members’ benefit. One or more guest speakers address issues relating to the hospitality sector and members discuss industry trends and data. Upcoming events are reviewed and the impact of recent events recapped. Cooperative advertising, sales missions and special projects are reviewed. Meetings are held every two months and are geared to general managers, owners, hospitality sales and marketing executives. The location of the meeting changes, offering members the opportunity to showcase their facility to other members. The two-hour meeting alternates start times of 8 am and 3 pm, allowing for a wider variety of participation. For more information, contact Kristina Alspaw, ext. 233
Chamber Team Affiliations
The Clearwater Regional Chamber has an outstanding working relationship with our local sports teams. We invite guest speakers at our events from the Philadelphia Phillies/Threshers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Rays and the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Philadelphia Phillies have had their spring training here in Clearwater for more than 60 years.
Chamber Events Exposure Through Sponsorship Opportunities Maximize your exposure in the community and within the chamber membership by taking advantage of the many sponsorship opportunities available for both signature and monthly events.
Signature Events Throughout the year we plan spectacular signature events that include: • AchieveHERs Signature Luncheon • AchieveHERs Women Sharing Wisdom Series
Luncheon • Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner • Attitudes of Gratitude • Bucs Luncheon • Golf Tournament • Legislative Breakfast • Outback Bowl Beach Day • Phillies Welcome Back VIP Reception • Politics in Pinellas (Bi-Annually)
• Rays Breakfast
• Super Boat National Championship Race
• Young Professional Annual Summit
Monthly Networking Events If you are interested in networking and building relationships, then the Clearwater Regional Chamber is the place to be.
Recurring Events: • Every Other Month – Chamber on the Road
Membership Luncheon with an educational element from local business leaders
• Second Tuesday of Every Other Month – New Member Orientation
• Third Tuesday of Every Month – Government Affairs Committee Meeting
• Last Tuesday of Every Month – CYP Social
Business Assistance SBDC (Small Business Development Center) The SBDC is personalized, confidential and free to existing small businesses in the City of Clearwater. Designed to help business owners develop strategic plans to maintain company growth. Please contact Yolanda Cowart, Certified Business Analyst, at [email protected] or 727-453-7200 for an appointment.
Prospera (formerly Hispanic Business Initiative Fund) Prospera is the leading Hispanic Economic Development organization in Florida, specializing in providing bilingual assistance to Hispanic entrepreneurs trying to establish or expand their business. Prospera offers education as assistance and one-on-one consulting. A counselor with Prospera is available at the Chamber bi-monthly on the Third Tuesday of each month.
SPARK Clearwater Business SPARK offers a network of resources to support businesses and entrepreneurs in every stage of development. We can assist the first-time business owner as well as the experienced entrepreneur who is seeking to expand their business or develop a new business concept.
SCORE SCORE is opportunity in action. We are here to help entrepreneurs and small business owners achieve their dreams through confidential mentoring, business resources, and relevant workshops to help you succeed. We are here for the life of your business.
Finding Qualified Employees Did you know that CareerSource Pinellas can serve as your One Stop staffing agency and they may even offset the cost of your new employee for up to seven weeks in some cases? You set the criteria and they will recruit and screen applicants before notifying you. They have additional grant programs to assist you with OJT as well as upgrade your staff capabilities under their employed worker training program. If you are a Pinellas business looking to hire please consider Career Source.
Meeting Space Large meetings or just one-on-one, your Chamber provides you the perfect place to meet with your clients. Just reserve your time and enjoy the comfort of our professional facility. Information on additional meeting space in the area is available as well.
Becoming a member of the Clearwater Regional Chamber has been a great way to get involved with other business owners and leaders within the community. At CTS Towing & Transport, the Chamber has allowed us to stay abreast of important issues which can impact not only our community but also our business. Networking on an organic level with like-minded individuals that really care about the overall betterment of our community while giving back to support those who share the same vision for an improved Clearwater Region has been great for our business development and growth.
Participating in the Government Affairs Committee has allowed us to stay abreast of Government matters with pertinent monthly updates on City, County, State and Federal issues. As a Chair Member on the Vehicles for Hire task force committee, we have been able to work and advise in the discussions for creating better, safer and more effective policies to ensure the public safety of our local residents and tourists visiting the Clearwater area. David Loyd Director of Communications CTS Towing + Transport
Participation in Clearwater Chamber activities has given me the opportunity to demonstrate professionalism and earn credibility by being a leader. Recognition and ones reputation are important as people prefer doing business with someone they “Like, Know and Trust”. The result - outstanding community relationships in achievement of my business success goals. My recommendation - Be an ACTIVE member!
Ed Woods Process Engineer Social Marketing for Results
Division Partners Division Partners strongly support the mission of the Chamber. They believe in enhancing the business environment and promoting economic health and growth in the Clearwater region.
2019 Board of Directors
Executive Committee Mike Sutton, Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas County, Board Chair
Katie Cole, Hill Ward Henderson, Immediate Past Chair
Bruce Rector, The Sports Facilities Advisory, Chair Elect
Rick Buschart, Bollenback & Forret, Treasurer
Chuck Warrington, Clearwater Gas System, Appointed by the Chair
Don Ewing, Florida Business Software Solutions, Appointed by the Chair
Nancy Cimney, OPAL Collection, Appointed by the Chair
Suzan Decker Ross, Decker Ross Interiors, Appointed by the Chair
Roberta Klar, Klar & Klar Architects, Inc., Appointed by the Chair
Bob Roperti, Jiffy Properties Inc., Appointed by the Chair
Carol Hague, Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce, President & CEO
2019 Board of Directors
Michael Alexandrou, HCI Group, Inc. Jeff Baker, Duke Energy Jennifer Bonin, Tampa Bay Times Kristi Cheatham-Pettit, Clearwater Gas System Frank Chivas, Baystar Restaurant Group Haley Crum, FrankCrum, AchieveHERs Committee Chair Matt Crum, FrankCrum Frank Dame, Clearwater Marine Aquarium Suzanne Delaney, Ruth Eckerd Hall Ray Ferrara, ProVise Management Group, LLC Blake Ferrell, Restoration Cafe Lou Galdieri, Morton Plant Hospital/BayCare Health System Linda Gower, Candlewood Suites, Ambassador Committee Chair Scot Goyer, YMCA of the Suncoast Nick Grimaudo, Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP Camille Hebting, Clearwater Ferry Services, CYP Committee Chair Andrea Henning, Collaborative Labs at St. Petersburg College
Tracie Hill, United Way Suncoast Debra Jones, Regions Bank Peter Kreuziger, Bon Appetit Group Jeff Lampasso, BB&T Peter Leach, Peter H. Leach & Associates David Loyd, CTS Towing & Transport Victor Lucas, Bank OZK Ernestine Morgan, The Morton Plant Mease Healthcare Foundation Bob Passwaters, Provident Advertising Julie Perrelli, Pinellas Education Foundation Aaron Phillips, DEX Imaging John Savchuck, Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa John Timberlake, Phillies Florida/Clearwater Threshers Operations Katrina Trump, Seacoast Bank Nancy Vargas, Decade Properties Tampa Bay Rays Craig West, The Bank of Tampa Tracy West, Valspar Championship Doug Williams, Appelt & Associates Andy Winkler, Merrill Lynch/Bank of America
Chamber Team
Carol Hague President/CEO 727.461.0011 Ext. 239 [email protected]
Kristina Alspaw Vice President of Tourism 727.461.0011 Ext. 233 [email protected]
Melissa Reddington Vice President of Events & Marketing 727.461.0011 Ext. 229
Mitzi Thompson Director of Finance 727.461.0011 Ext. 240 [email protected]
Darryl Henderson VP of Public Policy & Business Development 727.461.0011 Ext. 222 [email protected]
Jeni Borrow Vice President of Membership 727.461.0011 Ext. 226 [email protected]
Mimi Farley Office Administrator 727.461.0011 Ext. 227
Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce 600 Cleveland Street. Suite 204
Clearwater, FL 33755 www.clearwaterflorida.org
727.461.0011
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