WHAT S INSIDE? WELCOME LETTER MEMBER BENEFITS MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION CHAMBER COMMITTEES

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1 MEMBERSHIP PACKET WHAT S INSIDE? WELCOME LETTER MEMBER BENEFITS MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION CHAMBER COMMITTEES 30 East Auglaize Street PO Box 208 Wapakoneta, Ohio (419) (P)

2 WELCOME LETTER On behalf of the Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce and the community it serves, I would like to extend an invitation to become a member of the Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce. We are a professional organization whose mission is to strengthen and promote our businesses, community, and quality of life in the place you have chosen to live and make your living. Our membership is committed to the philosophy that there is strength in unity. This organization continually strives to work toward the betterment of the Wapakoneta Chamber membership and our community. We believe we are a valuable part of any business and community strategy and are an investment in your business future. Our goal for the 2017 year is to provide improved programs and services that will enhance the business climate in our area through advocacy, promotion, partnerships, and networking. The success of your chamber is accomplished through the dedicated members and volunteers working together for the betterment of our community and the Wapakoneta Chamber sends our sincere gratitude and thanks. I invite you to become a part of this momentum and be a part of the community organization that does the things most people think just happen. As executive director for the Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce, I will personally assure you my staff and I are working toward ensuring an excellent and rewarding chamber experience. I look forward to working with you and learning more about your business. Best regards, Melissa Carlin Executive Director Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce (419) director@wapakoneta.com

3 MEMBER BENEFITS MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS Business Directory Listing - wapakoneta.com wapakoneta.com Event Calendar Monthly Electronic Calendar Weekly Member Monday Brochure Distribution at the Wapakoneta Community Development Center Referrals to your business by the Wapakoneta Chamber staff BUSINESS ASSISTANCE Chamber Gift Certificate Program Chamber Member Mail Lists and Mailing Labels Chamber Member Surveys Business and Self Development Resources hometownopportunity.com Job Postings Event Assistance Bulk Mail Permit NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES Chamber Sponsored Workshops and Events at a discounted rate Networking Functions Ambassadors Visits & Ribbon Cuttings Chamber Committees

4 MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS Online Chamber Membership Directory - wapakoneta.com Members receive a free listing in the popular member directory on wapakoneta.com. The Chamber Directory is a popular resource used by current Chamber members, community leaders, community residents and visitors. Event Calendar - Printed and wapakoneta.com The online calendar of events features event details, locations, times, and contact information. Website visitors can forward events to friends, print events, and set reminders about each event. Members also have to ability to add their own events with Chamber staff approval. The printed Calendar of Events is widely distributed in the community at hotels, restaurants, museums and other attractions. Monthly Printed and Electronic Chamber Chat Newsletter and Calendar You will receive this monthly publication featuring important updates in our business community and membership information for free, both printed and ed, and will be eligible to place inserts for free up to four times per year. This offer is not available to non -members. This publication reaches more than 350 business and community leaders each month, a number that grows as our membership grows. Weekly Member Monday and What s Happening in Wapakoneta With Member Monday we offer you a no-cost way to promote and publicize the important happenings in your business. Whether it's new staff joining or being promoted, new products or special offers, or events and special awards we want to tell people about it. Stories given to us by 9 AM on Monday will be included in that week s Member Monday. The weekly What s Happening in Wapakoneta is delivered every Wednesday to our membership, highlighting that week s events, restaurant specials, what s playing at the Wapa Theater and a member spotlight. Brochure Distribution at the Wapakoneta Community Development Center The Chamber handles dozens of consumer, visitor, and tourism inquiries daily by referring Chamber members only. Members may display their business brochure and business cards for the many visitors at the chamber building as space allows. Referrals to your business by the Wapakoneta Chamber staff Unlimited referrals to Chamber member businesses in response to consumer inquiries for local products and services are guaranteed. Referrals are made in person, over the phone, or on our new website.

5 BUSINESS ASSISTANCE Chamber Gift Certificate Program All Chamber members are eligible to participate and accept Chamber Gift Certificates which are purchased for employee incentives, year-end bonuses, and gifts. The goal of this program is to track local dollars spent in our community and promote local shopping. Last year, more than $15,000 in gift certificates were purchased and redeemed at member businesses. Chamber Member Mail Lists and Mailing Labels Members have access to mailing lists of Chamber members or a set of mailing labels for a nominal fee. Chamber Member Survey Chamber leadership has developed a survey targeted toward enhancing your membership investment. This annual opportunity allows members to give timely feedback on programming and member benefits. Business and Self Development Resources Starting your own business is hard work and can be a journey filled with uncertainty and apprehension. It can leave you feeling overwhelmed if you don t know where to turn for answers. The Chamber is committed to your success. We offer relevant and timely programs and resources that will help you through various stages of starting or growing your business. hometownopportunity.com Job Postings The goal of Hometown Opportunity is to ensure that everyone in Auglaize, Mercer, Darke and surrounding counties are aware of the jobs and careers available. Our local companies are in need of local talent, who all too often do not realize the great opportunity right here in our own backyard. The mission is to connect job seekers of all ages with local businesses, aimed at steering high school and college students and adults toward the appropriate education and/or training that can lead to a career that is available right here, right now. Event Assistance Whether you are planning a meeting, an event or a sale in your store, we are here to help. Bulk Mail Permit The chamber has a bulk permit number year and members may use that permit number for their direct mailings and avoid paying $150 per year for their own individual bulk permit. Postage charges are additional and paid to the post office; but note, are at a greatly reduced rate thanks to the bulk mail permit.

6 NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES Chamber Sponsored Workshops and Events at a discounted rate Members are first to be invited to the many workshops and events we sponsor through the year and are able to attend at discounted rates. Networking Functions These valuable events include the opportunity to be involved with the Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony, Summer Moon Festival, breakfast and lunch networking events and seminars, and many other special events. Ambassadors Visits & Ribbon Cuttings A ribbon-cutting ceremony is a great way to recognize a special event. The Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce is delighted to help your business celebrate with a ceremony and will be happy to facilitate a ribbon cutting. This service is at no cost to chamber members. It is just a nice way for the Chamber to help you and your business. Chamber Committees Your involvement is vital to the Chamber s success and we want your input in any way possible. The Wapakoneta Chamber is involved in community development, beautification, tourism, promotion, legislative affairs, retail promotion, festivals, and so much more. We invite you to have a voice on any of the Chamber s committees. (See Committees Page) ADDITIONAL CHAMBER EVENTS Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony six community awards are given to deserving Wapakoneta citizens and businesses Summer Moon Festival Annual festival celebrating our heritage and favorite son, Neil Armstrong; rides, food, games, bands, 5k, street sale, educational activities and much more Administrative Professionals Luncheon celebrates the important role of administrative professionals in all sectors with a lunch and topical speaker; booth space is available for Chamber businesses Bowling Bash This night of social networking is filled with crazy challenges, door and team prizes, best poker hand, 50/50 drawing and lots of good fun! Annual Golf Outing provides a great day for networking with business associates as well as golf enthusiasts who want a day of golf at a fun course with friends Meet & Greet: Biz to Biz Networking An opportunity for member business to showcase how their business serves our community, how their business operates, and provide an opportunity for networking between members.

7 BENEFITS CHECKLIST MARKETING AND ADVERTISMENT BENEFITS Complimentary use of Chamber decal and plaque for your business and its website Member 2 Member advertising Chamber Website Member profile on Chamber Website Online Membership Directory Listing/Enhancements Complimentary Announcement in Monthly Chamber E-Newsletter Business Card display rack Community Calendar Annual Chamber Golf Outing Awards Banquet/Annual Meeting Recognition State of the City, State and Schools serves as an opportunity for members of the business community to engage in a conversation with our city, county and school officials regarding their vision for the Wapakoneta region Meet the Candidates and Learn the Issues a forum held before election day for the citizens to meet local and regional candidates and learn about the ballot initiatives Manufacturers Roundtable and Legislative Luncheons topical breakfasts and luncheons on issues affecting our members and businesses Halloween Parade a grand tradition in Wapakoneta, the parade features more than 100 themed entries and is a unique and fun experience for all ages Party in the Parkway a series of outdoor summer concerts on Friday evenings located downtown in Heritage Walkway

8 BENEFITS &DISCOUNTS Health & Wellness Benefits Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Chamber Saver Plan: Special small Group Health Insurance business health plans -You get the purchasing power of the group insurance market through your chamber of commerce membership. Prescription Savings Program Prescription Discount Card: FREE to Chamber Members and all employees! Save up to 50% off of medications, diabetic supplies and hearing aid services at participating providers. Contact the Chamber to receive the cards. Dental Insurance Program Superior Dental: Dental plans at discounted rates including the optional SMILERIDER Cosmetic Dentistry Discount for services such as teeth whitening, veneers, etc. Company/Organization Benefits BWC Group Discount Program Group Rating program designed to substantially reduce your company's rates, through a third party administrator-provided by V & A Risk Services. Merchant Services/ Credit Card Pre-negotiated credit card processing rates through Vantiv. Processing Document Destruction Discounts for document destruction provided through CINTAS Document Management and Greene, INC. Office/ Business Supply Discounts Foreign Exchange Transaction Services Chamber Meeting Room Facilities Sam s Club Receive a $25 Sam s Club Gift Card with a Business Plus Membership and a $10 Sam s Club Gift Card with a Business Membership Discounted Foreign Exchange Transaction Services through Bannockburn Global Forex, LLC Three rooms are available for use: Assembly Room available for up to 50 people; Heritage Room for up to 20 people; Contact us for more info. Promotional Benefits Chamber Website Free listing in the Business Directory on our website with a link to your website Marketing Your Chamber has teamed up with Constant Contact to bring you an exclusive discount of up to 25% off their entire suite of online marketing tools. Other Chamber Opportunities The Chamber offers many other advertising opportunities including: on our website, in the weekly eblast, through annual sponsorships, individual event sponsorships, and relocation packets. Contact the Chamber for more information.

9 CHAMBER COMMITTEES The Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce has four standing member-driven committees and an Executive Committee of officers to assist with major Chamber events, provide feedback on Chamber benefits and services, and help run the day-to-day operations of the Chamber. Committees are open to all Chamber Members and their employees. If you are interested in or if you would like more information on one of these committees, please let us know. Member Services: To establish and monitor programs to develop and maintain the organizations membership by giving attention to current business concerns and being active in attracting new members. Legislative & Education: To monitor the activities of local, state and federal legislators, especially those issues of economic importance to the membership and, when appropriate, develop positions on those issues that reflect the needs of membership and the community. The committee will provide forums for communication between the membership and elected officials and allow business leaders to share with educators the needs for the Workforce of Tomorrow and assist with curriculum recommendations as per the tenets of the Wapakoneta City School District s strategic plan. Manufacturing & Business: To provide a forum for the Wapakoneta area s industrialbased businesses where opportunities and problems can be discussed; and where programming can be provided to answer the specific needs of the demographic. Tourism: To recognize tourism as a major factor in Wapakoneta s economy and to promote the area as a destination, taking advantage of local attractions, local history and special events, and to promote good will and public relations for the Chamber of Commerce and the Wapakoneta community. Executive: To serve as the leadership of the board of directors with a direct responsibility to secure and protect the organization s financial resources, and to develop the monthly business meeting agenda to reflect timely and pertinent issues.

10 DIRECTORS & STAFF Ashley Backburn Stephanie Shutt Matt Johnston Aspire Home Heath Stroh & Johnson Stolly Insurance (419) (419) (419) A Tyler Copeland Taryn Douglas Josh Schoolcraft Koenig Insurance Jauert & Burton CJ s Pizza (419) (419) (419) tcopeland@bright.net tdouglas@jauert burton.com schoolcraft_j@hotmail.com A Judy DuBois Allison DuBois Andy Walters Auglaize Embroidery Al s Woody s Diner GA Wintzer & Son Co. (419) (419) (419) augembr@hotmail.com aldubois24@gmail.com andy@gawintzer.com A A Chad Dunlap Greg Myers Stephanie Holtz Frost Roofing WAEDC Lucky Steer (419) (419) (419) Chad.Dunalp@frost-roofing.com gmyers@whywapakoneta.com sholtz@bright.net A Permanent Continuing A Jason Neumeir Dan Zwiebel Kim Warner TSC Block Insurance Silver Shears Salon (419) (419) (419) nuemeier@bright.net dzwiebel@blockagency.com bwarn@bright.net Heather Nolte Darren Jordan Tom Schlenker AMETEK Westchester Plastics General Aluminum Clou Studio Photography (419) (419) (419) Heather.nolte@ametek.com djordan@generalaluminum.com office@cloustudio.com A Josh Steinke Merritt Real Estate (419) joshsteinke@merrit-re.com A

11 BUSINESS DIRECTORY CATEGORY Indicate a category that best represents your business. Your response will be used to place your free business listing in the selected category on Accounting & Tax Service Advertising Agencies Advertising Specialties Agriculture Airport Antiques Apartments Appraiser Apparel/Screen Printing Appliances Architecture, Engineering Environmental, Surveying Attorneys Auto Body Repairs Auto Parts Automotive Sales/New/Used/Service Awards/Trophies Bakeries Banquet Facilities Bar/Restaurant Beauty Salon Beer Distributor Bowling Alley Building Supplies Business Development Cablevision Car Wash/Gasoline Carry Out Catering Chiropractor Church Church-School Cleaners Cleaning Services Communications Computer/Services Concrete Construction Construction/Paving Contractor Contractor/Electrical Convenience/Gas Developer Dentist Doctor Driving School Economic Development Education Elected Officials Employment Services Engineers Equipment Sales/Rental Excavating Contractor Fabricating Farm Service Finance Financial Institution Financial Planning Fitness Florist/Greenhouse Food Service Funeral Home Gifts Garbage Collection Gas Station/Carry Out Government Grocery Gun Supplies Health Care Health & Beauty Hospital Home Health Home Improvement Home Maintenance & Repairs Hotel/Motel Industrial Insurance Internet Service Investment Jeweler Landscaping Laundromat Law Enforcement Lawn Equipment Library Lodging Manufacturing Marketing Massage Meat Market Mental Health Motorcycle Museum Newspaper Nursery Non-Profit Nursing Home Office Equipment Office Supplies Optometrist Organizations Painter Pharmacy Photography Physical Therapy Pizza Plumbing & Heating Printing Services Promotional Products Pre-Built Homes Radio/Media Real Estate Recreation Recycling Center Restaurant Retail Sanitation Service School Screen Printing Service Social Service Solid Waste Management Storage Surveyors Tax Preparers Title Company Tourism Travel Agency Truck Stop Trucking Trucking Maintenance Utility-cable/electric/telephone/gas Veterinarian Visiting Nurses Warehouse Water Conditioner Web Design Welding, Fabricating, Machining Other

12 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION 2018 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Business/Organization Name: Contact person: Year of starting business Address City/state Zip: Phone: fax Web site: Number of employees at this location Brief description of your business/service YOUR 2018 CHAMBER INVESTMENT Voting Membership Small Business (first 5 employees) $ $5.00 each additional FTE* over 5 Large Business (25+ employees) $ $5.00 each additional FTE* over 25. Extended Care (first 5 beds) $ $5.00 each additional bed Financial Institution (first 5 employee) $ $5.00 each additional FTE* Lodging (first 5 employee) $ $5.00 each additional FTE* Utilities (first 5 employee) $ $5.00 each additional FTE* Professional (one prof. & first 5 emp.) $ $30 each additional prof. & $5 each additional FTE* Home-based Business $ Education institution $ Non-voting Non-Profit Organization $95.00 Your Total Investment $ FTE= Full Time Employee, each part-time employee counts as ⅓ I authorize the Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce to proceed and debit my credit card for $ CREDIT CARD TYPE VISA MASTERCARD DISCOVER AMERICAN EXPRESS CREDIT CARD NUMBER EXPIRY DATE / CARD HOLDER NAME SECURITY CODE CARD HOLDER SIGNATURE Return to: Wapakoneta Chamber Of Commerce, PO Box 208, Wapakoneta, OH 45895