North Tampa Chamber of
Commerce
Member Insights
Member profiles
People to People articles are a way of getting to know your fellow Chamber
members.
In a world full of technology and
sales goals, mortgages and payroll, gross margins and bank accounts, it's easy
to lose focus on the human side of our business relationships. The side that
offers up words of encouragement; "been there, experienced that, lived to tell
about it." The side that evokes a "you've done what??!!" The side that shares
"the best book I ever read..." The side that humanizes the Inc. and the LLC.
Over 100 people (living, breathing,
facing life "people") belong to the North Tampa Chamber of Commerce - each with
a unique story, on a unique journey, and each with something to share, a little
slice of life that can bring hope, perspective, or a smile to the people making
up the NTCC. Stay tuned for glimpses into your fellow members' lives and
passions from favorite books to awesome vacations, from lessons learned to goals
yet achieved, from overcoming adversity to enjoying prosperity...the good
‘stuff.'
So, answer the call when we reach
out to feature you or if you know a member you feel would be a great highlight,
let us know! Working toward building a stronger NTCC, one relationship at a
time! View the most recent Member Profiles now.
Member to Member Discounts
Our Motto is "SHOP A CHAMBER MEMBER 1ST!!!"
Do you offer North Tampa Chamber
members a discount? If so, let us know your company, contact name, and how you
wish to be contacted (phone, cell, fax or email) and the type of discount you
are offering in 10 words or less (i.e. 10% off purchase, free consultation, free
membership, first box of checks free, etc)
Your discount will be on your
directory listing online and on the bi-annual hard copy directory.
There
will also be an exclusive
listing of just the chamber members providing discounts to other chamber members
from the chamber website menu under "Member Information". This is FREE
advertising. Don't miss this marketing opportunity.
As a North Tampa Chamber member,
please take advantage of the discounts offered by your fellow chamber members
and always shop a Chamber member first.
Slogan
Be sure you have a slogan listed for your business or organization. The slogan
will help get your business in front of more people with no extra cost to you.
It is a benefit of your membership. This becomes a part of your directory
listing online and in the bi-annual printed directory. The space allotted for
that field is 25 words or less. It can be any group of words that reflects what
your business is about. Not only does this slogan indicate who you are and what
you do, but it brings attention to your business with each word. The words in
the slogan are connected to the search engine so your business will come up when
someone does a search using one of those words. You may add a slogan or change
your current slogan at any time by simply contacting the chamber office at
info@northtampachamber.com or
813-961-2420.
Category
Have you found that the category where you have your business listed just
doesn't quite describe who you are or what you do? If you do not see a category
in use that fits your business, we can set up another category. Keep in mind
this is part of the search engine. If someone was looking for your
service/product, what would be the most likely subject they would be thinking?
i.e. legal service, insurance, security, bank, etc. We have an unlimited number
of categories available and can set up new ones as required to represent your
specific business. The category does need to be brief and general. Just specify
in 1-5 words what you think best describes your business. So if you are not
happy with your current category, consider changing it. Simply contact the
chamber office at
info@northtampachamber.com or 813-961-2420 to discuss the possibilities.
Membership is based on number of
employees
Each membership may have two contacts listed in the chamber member directory.
Although there is only one vote permissible for each membership, all employees
of the member business are considered members of the chamber. Any number of
these employees can attend all meetings and events as a representative of the
member business. Only one person within a membership can hold a voting position
on the board, but all members can be involved in committees and actively
participate in events.
Name Badges
One name badge is provided with each membership. It will be for the first
contact on the application form. Be a proud member of the chamber and wear your
name badge to all your meetings. Each name badge includes the chamber name and
logo, your business name, and an individual name.
You can purchase additional badges
for $9.00 per badge at any time. The only limit on the number of badges
purchased would be based on the number of employees indicated on the application
form. For your convenience, you can order the additional badges and pay online
by credit card. You need only provide the individual name(s) that should be on
the additional badge(s) in the comment section.
Need a replacement? Lost your name
badge? Have a name badge with the old logo (Been a member for awhile, haven't
you?) Order a new one. Like to have a spare to keep in your vehicle? Remember,
these name badges are not just for chamber meetings. You can wear them anywhere.
They have your name and your business name and show that you are a proud member
of the North Tampa Chamber of Commerce.
Labels
You have a new item or special to promote, want to send invitations to a special
event, or want to provide information about your service or product. To send a
mailing to all the chamber members, simply request a set of labels from the
chamber office for only $25 a set! For your convenience, you can order labels
and pay online.
Directory online
The directory online
includes your member name and contact information for up to two persons. It also
provides links to your website and email addresses. Your slogan which is
connected to the search engine is listed on the directory. If you offer "member
to member" discounts, that is also in the directory listing in addition to being
accessible in a separate listing from the homepage through the dropdown under
Membership Information. If you have an ad online, there will be an icon "view
ad" for easy access by visitors plus accessibility on the homepage through the
dropdown under Membership Information.
Review your member information
online regularly to be sure that it is current so potential customers/clients
can readily reach you. Changes are made in real time. Contact the chamber office
at info@northtampachamber.com to
update your information.
COMMITTEES
Leadership Opportunities are available to those members who choose to become a
part of the Board of Directors or join a Committee. Some committees that are
always looking for members are Membership, Ambassador, Fundraising (separate sub
committees for each fundraiser), Programs, Public Relations, Community
Involvement, and others. Although the Chairs of the standing committees should
be members of the current Board of Directors, any member can serve as Chair of a
Sub-Committee. All members are invited and encouraged to serve on a variety of
committees. Committees generate business for our members!
Membership
The Chair of this committee coordinates the sub-committees below and should be a
member of the board. This committee develops and implements programs for the
recruitment of new chamber members and for retention of existing members. It
also promotes programs for a variety of networking formats plus educational
workshops/seminars. It also provides in depth member profiles plus social events
for the membership. This committee works closely with the Ambassador Committee.
Sub Committees under Membership
include Networking Luncheon on the 3rd Thursday, Networking Luncheon on the 4th
Thursday, Chamber Chatter Connections, Power Networking Luncheon,
Workshop/Seminar, Member's Corner, Member Profiles, Recruitment/Retention,
Social Events for members
Ambassador
The Chair of this committee coordinates the sub-committees below and should be a
member of the board. This committee serves to keep members informed and invited
to upcoming meetings and events, welcomes people at general meetings, and
provides welcoming packets to new members. This committee works closely with
Membership Committee.
Sub Committees under Ambassador
includes New member orientation, Welcoming at General Meeting, Member Outreach,
New member Welcome Packets
Fundraising
The
Chair of this committee coordinates the sub committees below and should be a
member of the board. Separate sub committees are formed for each fundraiser and
new fundraising ideas are welcome.
Fundraising
activities must be approved by the current board so they may change from year to
year. We have hosted and sponsored business expos, golf tournaments, auctions,
garage sales, drawings, and much more. Each year we attempt to find fundraisers
that will benefit our member businesses while promoting and financing the
chamber's goals. These activities fund the many community involvement programs,
monthly programs, special events, and the chamber operating expenses.
Sub Committees included under
Fundraising are Golf tournament, Business Expo, Workshop/Seminars, Drawings,
Community Directory, Member Directory, Banquet (as noted below).
Banquet
The annual Installation and Awards Banquet is an important part of fundraising
while also recognizing the incoming and outgoing Board of Directors and
acknowledging chamber members that have provided outstanding service to the
chamber during the past year. This committee coordinates the activities for the
annual banquet (i.e. location, menu, set up of room, etc). The President is a
part of this committee with final approval on all matters. (i.e. speaker, person
conducting installation, person doing invocation, agenda, program, etc). It also
prepares articles/flyers for updating the website, social media, and general
distribution.
Sub Committees included in the
banquet committee are Silent Auction and Sponsorships
Public Relations
The Chair of this committee coordinates the sub-committees below and should be a
member of the board. This committee serves to enhance all levels of media
exposure for chamber events and accomplishments, to maintain and enhance the
website and all social media outlets, provide press releases and articles for
the print media plus marketing flyers and brochures. This committee also handles
the group email, member data base, updates for calendars and announcements and
secures advertisement. It promotes chamber involvement through events such as
business and community fairs, expos, and community activities to increase
exposure for the chamber and chamber businesses.
Sub Committees included in Public
Relations are Website, Member Data Base, Monthly Updates, Print Media, Social
Media, Articles & Pictures, Event Participation
Community Involvement
The Chair of this committee coordinates the sub-committees below and should be a
member of the board. This committee serves to identify community needs, problems
and concerns and to make recommendations for actions by the chamber. It also
provides programs, awards, activities, events and participation with area
schools, law enforcement, and charitable non-profit organizations that provide
support and services for the community.
Sub Committees included in Community
Involvement are Law Enforcement (LEOM), Student of the Month, Sponsors, (for all
parts of this committee), Education, Adopt a Family, Adopt a Street, Ribbon
Cutting/ Grand Openings, Operation Helping Hand, ACS (American Cancer Society)
Relay For Life Carrollwood
Government Interests
Involvement in community affairs, educational projects, governmental issues,
revitalization of the area, tax advantages for businesses and beautification
projects are the highlights of this committee's work.
Possible Sub Committees are
Redevelopment Northeast Tampa, Roads, Beautification, Tax Advantages, Tax
Incentives, Legislation that affects business in area, Property Development
Assoc, Home Owners Assoc, Hillsborough County Enterprise Zone
This committee is usually, but not always, chaired by the current president. All
chamber members are encouraged to make topic and speaker suggestions and are
welcomed to serve on this committee. This committee chooses topics of interest
and locates speakers alternating between community awareness and useful business
knowledge for the General Meeting. Topics and speakers are subject to approval
by the board. The committee provides program information including an overview
of presentation/program and bio of the speaker for the monthly website updates.