2013 STRATEGIC PLAN Six Month Review

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1 2013 STRATEGIC PLAN Six Month Review OUR PRIORITIES FOR Organizational Development; 2. Business and Economic Development; 3. Community Development; 4. Educational Achievement; 5. Events & Revenue PROGRESS ON THESE PRIORITIES Organizational Development Mission: To enhance and promote the services provided by the Chamber. Develop and market the new membership -The new membership package was developed and promotion began in January benefits package 2013 at the Annual Meeting. -Between January and June, 33 new members joined and four members did not renew. Feedback was gained from the non-renewals and the reasons were specifically related to their business rather than dissatisfaction with the Chamber. -The total number of members at the end of June was 267. Maintain regular contact with existing -Membership Outreach started in April. members, promote the Chamber to potential -Ongoing promotion via meetings, business visits and events. members, and promote the Chamber to the wider community. Plan and facilitate member functions (e.g. -Two Business at Breakfast events have been held: March 19 th & June 18 th. breakfasts, business after hours). -Seven Ribbon Cuttings have been held (February 15 th : Sun Loan, March 1 st : Fastenal, April 25 th : Dragonfly Photography & Infinity Massage, May 1 st American 1

2 Design and develop a new website and technological resources (e.g. app). Develop and deliver a marketing and communication plan for the Chamber. Heart Association Art Walk, May 24 th : Franklin Clinic, May 31 st : Second Edition. & June 28 th : Verizon Wireless). -Four Business After Hours have been held (February 28 th : Derailed Diner, April 25 th : Dragonfly Photography & Infinity Massage; May 16 th : City of Bay Minette & NBU, & June 6 th : Holly Hills Country Club). -The new website went live on April 1 st and all feedback has been positive. -The approach thus far has been to specifically tailor marketing and communication plans for each event. Develop and promote Business Legislative Agenda. Regularly communicate with government officials at local, county, state and national levels, advocating for the interests of businesses. Facilitate opportunities for businesses and community to interact with elected officials. -The Committee agreed that it was not necessary to develop an Agenda; the agreed approach is to table consideration of each legislative issue as it arises. -Attended and provided support to Historic District Tax Credit Bill and Build the Bridge Coalition. -NBCC employees attend City Council work session; quarterly meetings have been held with the Mayor; regular meetings and contact with County Administrator and Commissioners; contact with state and national representatives. -Have organized and helped to promote events that bring together the community and elected officials (e.g. Senator Marc Keahey at Business at Breakfast, Congressman Jo Bonner s Town Hall Meeting, Baldwin County Commission s Live Oak Masterplan consultation). 2

3 Business and Economic Development Mission: To facilitate successful business and economic development opportunities. Work in partnership with IDB, BCEDA, the -Attendance at meetings and events promoting business and economic City of Bay Minette, Baldwin County development (e.g. BCEDA Joint Workforce Development & Career Technical Commission and other local, state and Advisory Council, liaison meetings with BCEDA staff, IDB Board meetings, national Chambers to foster business and Groundbreaking for Beach Express). economic development. -Attendance at other Baldwin County and Mobile Chamber events (e.g. AL Gulf Coast Chamber Business at Breakfast, Ribbon Cutting at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Mobile Chamber Build the Bridge Coalition) and working in partnership to develop tourism. Support existing businesses to implement a -Currently working with five members to develop business and/or strategic approach to ensure sustainability marketing plans. This has included helping to design logos, newsletters, and growth. promotions, negotiation of rent and connecting local businesses with business support organizations (e.g. Women s Business Center). -Working with a local business owner to start a North Baldwin Business Council. -Have provided free seminars to the business community, including two on ObamaCare and a Google workshop. Encourage new business start-ups and relocation to the North Baldwin area, ranging relocations. This will include: business roundtables, seminars, connect with -Currently developing the campaign to encourage business start-ups and from small business to industry. business support organizations, one to one support on development of business and marketing plans, financing options, support in finding premises, negotiation of rent and ongoing promotion. -Have successfully supported a business owner to choose Bay Minette over Foley as a location to open their business and to find a location to open their café downtown. 3

4 Promote innovative ideas for starting and funding businesses (e.g. incubators, cooperatives, pop-up shops, group funding). Work in partnership to develop eco-friendly tourist attractions and events, and the necessary infrastructure to sustain this industry. -This is incorporated into the start a business campaign. -The Tourism Working Group has met three times and an inventory of tourist attractions is in the final stage of completion. -A Tourism Summit of key stakeholders has been scheduled for November 15 th. This is the first stage of planning. Develop and deliver promotional resources (e.g. website, app, social media) for tourism in North Baldwin. Work in partnership to increase the number of businesses and community events, and improve the look and feel of Downtown Bay Minette. -Plans are in place to launch a Discover North Baldwin campaign in late Autumn. This will include the development of a website, facebook page, links in with other tourism bodies and promotional platforms. -Have added North Baldwin tourist attractions to the National Geographic Gulf States GeoTourism Mapguide. -Have successfully supported a business owner to choose Bay Minette over Foley as a location to open their business and to find a location to open their café downtown. -Currently working with an individual interested in opening a business downtown. -Have implemented the Bay Minette in Bloom flower sponsorship campaign with aim to connect the business community and the community at large with the revitalization of the city. -Working in partnership with the City and Arts Council to improve the look of resources (e.g. vacant buildings, etc.) -Have implemented the American Heart Association Walking Path and Art Trail. -Working with City to designate and promote historic districts. 4

5 Community Development Mission: To develop services and events that connect businesses and the community. Source funding for a Volunteer Coordinator -In process of developing a Delta Ambassadors program in partnership with position based at the Chamber to start a other organizations. Volunteer Program. Develop opportunities for volunteers to be -Have added community members addresses to our distribution list so involved in the design and delivery of that we can invite them to be involved in community projects. community projects, and to gain work experience with businesses that will enhance their skills and knowledge. Plan and deliver events that provide opportunities for joint business and community involvement, and enhance the quality of life in the North Baldwin area. Work in partnership to support and promote the development of affordable and attractive housing, and improve community spaces to enhance the quality of life in the North Baldwin area. Work in partnership to promote the development of support services for disadvantaged groups in the North Baldwin area. -Have held the following events: Annual Meeting, Valentine s Day in Rex Park, supported Relay for Life, Crawfish Bash, supported Market Days, and Chamber Chase 10k Series. -Have been working with the City and the Arts Council to enhance and promote public spaces (i.e. parks). -Have promoted charity and fundraising events for disadvantaged individuals and groups. -Currently have a joint bid with Prodisee Pantry to Impact 100 to develop food bank and access to employment program in North Baldwin. 5

6 Educational Achievement Mission: To champion and facilitate educational excellence and career opportunities. Work in partnership to develop programs -Career Horizon Expo scheduled for November 1 st. and events that promote academic success, -Developing Delta Ambassadors program. workforce development and career -Working in partnership with Faulkner & Huntingdon to create opportunities in the North Baldwin area. opportunities for students to be more engaged with the community and businesses. Events & Revenue Mission: To produce projects that promote the area and contribute towards the revenue of the Chamber. Plan, deliver and promote the annual Delta -Delta Dash planning underway, everything going according to schedule. Dash event and new annual events -Three new annual events held: Annual Meeting, Valentine s Day in Rex Park, Chamber Chase and Crawfish Bash. Create projects and secure funding to -Exploring possible merge of Arts Council with Chamber. increase the capacity of the Chamber. -Working with the TANF program to source a placement. -Five grant applications submitted (Taco Bell, Community Foundation of South Alabama, Impact 100, Wal Mart x 2). Christmas Fest Mission: To organize and deliver Christmas Fest. Secure sponsorships and attract a diverse -Have updated all sponsorship, vendor and parade applications and sending array of quality vendors. out. Vendor applicants are being asked to send a list of the items they will be selling, a photo and have been given specific instructions about the types of items that will not be allowed to be sold. The parade application includes specifics about what constitutes a float, types of music allowed, etc. to ensure 6

7 Book and schedule entertainment events (e.g. concerts, parade, Snowflake Princess). that we do not have another incident like last year. -Have compiled an list of over 180 arts and crafts vendors who have taken part in festivals elsewhere with aim to attract a diverse number of vendors. -Christmas Fest Committee has commenced meetings and will discuss and organize. Develop site plan and necessary resources to deliver the event. -As above. Coordinate with other Christmas events in the area. -Working with other organizations and individuals to package and promote a themed 12 Days of Christmas, which will culminate in the Christmas Fest weekend (December 13 th and 14 th ). 7

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