Membership Guide 2023

2023 Membership Guide Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce Photo by Candayce Abney Candy’s Captures

The strength of the Chamber lies in its membership. The Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization of the Buena Vista area business community. We connect business, industry, leaders, and professional individuals to improve the economy and build a more vibrant and prosperous community. Collectively we can accomplish what no one could do individually. If you are seeking exposure, creative ways to reach new customers/market your business, or position your company as a community leader, we have multiple, unique ways to partner with you! We would love to help you find the right opportunities for your business to achieve the goals you have set. Now Offering CHOICE and FLEXIBILITY Our new Membership Program offers you choice and flexibility. You can now choose how and why you invest in the Chamber with multiple options of services included with your membership tier, the right investment for your budget, and payment options of annual, quarterly or monthly. Contents 8 Healthcare Program 9 Membership Dues: Base Tiers 3 Hello Message 12 Membership Dues: Premier Tiers 4 Reasons To Join The Chamber 14 INvest Credit & A'la Carte Menu 5 Maximize Your Membership 6 BV Buck$ Gift Card 7 M2M Hot Deals Page 2 719.395.6612 www.BuenaVistaColorado.org

Hello Friend! With a desire to serve our investors more effectively, the Board of Directors is changing the way members will invest in the organization. Our membership dues model is changing from an employee-based “Fair Share” formula to a new benefits-based “Tiered Investment Schedule.” The tiered model offers you, the member, the opportunity to invest at a level that best suits your needs and budgets. Our new Membership Program is titled, \"Chamber INvest\" as we believe that your membership dues relate to you investing in what we are doing for our local businesses and for our community as a whole. Under the concept of a tiered investment schedule, you receive a specific level of services and benefits associated with the level of investment you choose. The greater the investment, the higher the level of benefits received. Within the pages of this publication, you can examine a well-defined list of benefits and value and see exactly what you will receive in exchange for the dollars you invest in the Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce. We have listened to you and have newly added programs like healthcare options for you and your employees, a local gift card program, M2M Deals, a user-friendly member portal and MORE! Not to mention, we are looking at other programs that will benefit our members and if you have suggestions, please let us know. On page 14 you will find our new INvest Credit & a'la Carte Menu. This lists out services we provide that you can opt for a'la carte from the Membership Tier that works best for you. Most of the tiers have the added benefit of INvest Credit that can be used towards any of these menu items. All of our Sponsorship opportunities are included on the menu. Sponsorships are invaluable exposure opportunities if you are looking to achieve: BRAND VISIBILITY IN OUR COMMUNITY - BUILD RELATIONSHIPS TARGET YOUR REACH - FOSTER A POSITIVE REPUTATION Through an information session or a one-on-one consultation, we will help you determine the membership tier that is best for your company. Call our membership development team for assistance in determining what will work best for you in this new model. We appreciate your membership, your investment and your support . . . and we look forward to serving you even better! Heather Rupska Heather Rupska CEO 719.395.6761192.395.6612 www.BuenaVistaColorado.org Page 3

Reasons to Join the Chamber Increase Your Exposure Ribbon Cuttings Member Spotlights Website coverage and ability to post jobs, E-Blasts available events, hot deals, and news releases Press release templates Strong influence on Social Media Additional resources and opportunities Chamber Gift Certificates Listing in Official BV Visitor Guide Expand Your Network Advocacy Business After Hours Front seat to legislative information Community Coffee Business Advocacy Committee (COMING SOON) Membership Appreciation works to voice our members feedback Think Tanks Educational Opportunities for you and your employees Power Lunch Let your voice be heard through committees Various Social Events throughout the year Information The Chamber acts as a hub for information and streamlines relevant information for businesses Provide information to visitors about the community and our members Access to analytics from your listing and postings Page 4 719.395.6612 www.BuenaVistaColorado.org

MAXIMIZE Your Membership Your Chamber membership is a lot like a gym membership. The gym offers a number of tools to help you achieve your goals: free-weights, treadmills, stair-steppers. But if you don't use these tools, you won't achieve your fitness goals. Similarly, the Chamber offers many tools that can help you achieve your business goals. Your online business listing helps you gain exposure by utilizing Google search engine optimized keywords. Our Chamber Gift Certificate (BV Buck$) and Member To Member Discount (M2M) programs can help you get shoppers through your door and money in the bank. Get started maximizing your Chamber Membership TODAY Refresh your member listing on BuenaVistaColorado.org Post a job opening, event, news release, or M2M deal, through your member portal Attend a Chamber 101 or watch our Chamber 101 video Drop off your literature/business card to display at the Chamber office Follow the Chamber on Facebook and Instagram for updates Member Information Center Design your own presence on the Chamber website Post job openings, news releases, events, training and more! Access resources and analytics too. www.BuenaVistaColorado.org Page 5

Shop Local. Shop BV. Connecting Consumers with Local Businesses Chamber Gift Certificates (BV Buck$) are a simple way for people and companies to “give back” and drive more business into our local stores. Customer-branded for Buena Vista, these gift certificates can be used at any participating merchants: restaurants, salons and spas, boutiques, hotels, etc. They are a quick and easy way to keep spending local, strengthening our local businesses and building our community. Who Buys Chamber BV Buck$ Gift Certificates? People can easily purchase BV Buck$ Gift Certificates online and give them as gifts, as a thank you, or just because. They can also be purchased at the Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce office at 111 E. Main Street. Local companies can use them for employee rewards, customer appreciation, marketing and other programs Realtors can use them to thank their customers Consumers can buy them for gifts. Join now to be able to accept this additional revenue stream for your business! Let's Get Started... Sign up on our website, www.buenavistacolorado.org, or call us at 719-395-6612 People come in your business with a BV Buck$ Gift Certificate (digital or print) You validate certificate on computer or smart phone Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce reimburses you* The BV Buck$ Gift Certificate Page 6 * Participating businesses will be reimbursed for those certificates redeemed by the Chamber via ACH. The cost of redemption is 5% of the face amount of the certificate but not less than $1.00 per certificate. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to increase sales… Call us at 719-395-6612 to sign up TODAY!

M2M Member-to-Member Deals Where members offer exclusive discounts and special savings to chamber members ONLY! This program offers a unique combination of promoting member to member buying, boosting sales for our members, and increasing member visibility. Chamber member businesses and their employees are encouraged to patronize fellow members. There are over 300 Chamber member companies, which results in significant purchasing power that can positively impact your business. We encourage our members to take advantage of this opportunity to save money, as well as generate new exposure and new clients for your business. Join now to add this additional marketing and revenue stream for your business! 719.395.6612 www.BuenaVistaColorado.oPraggPaeg7e 7

Healthcare Program Did you know, less than 50% of small businesses in the US offer healthcare? We’d like to change that in Chaffee County. Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce's Chaffee Choice Healthcare Program, in partnership with the Small Association Leadership Alliance (SALA) Healthcare Program, is a comprehensive and cost- effective alternative to traditional plans. While not a replacement for traditional health insurance, this new program offers affordable, accessible, and effective healthcare options for BV Chamber members – both businesses and individuals alike. The Chaffee Choice Healthcare Program provides a high-quality, affordable healthcare solution for employers, employees and sole-proprietors. While not health insurance, the program provides preventative care, options for co-payment features for additional services, and addresses unforeseen medical expenses, such as illness and injury. This program is not insurance. It is an alternative solution that features a choice of two preventative care plans, each coupled with a medical cost sharing membership for sharing expenses related to unexpected medical needs. Participants can expect to save as much as 50% when compared to health insurance! The Chaffee Choice Healthcare Program, in partnership with the SALA Healthcare Program, is one solution to the high cost of healthcare in the mountain region. In partnership with PageP8age 8 719.395.6612 www.BuenaVistaColorado.org

Membership Tiers We are now able to offer payment plans that fit YOUR budget with convenient Monthly, Quarterly or Annual options. CONNECT | $275 BASE TIERS Designed for small business owners seeking to enhance their visibility and grow business contacts at Chamber networking programs and through our numerous business events and programs. This tier is not available to businesses with more than 10 employees. Tax deduction as a necessary business expense VALUE CHAFFEE CHOICE Healthcare Program available for all employees Company listing in one business category in newly redesigned Visitor Guide and on Chamber website $200 Membership plaque and window decal  $50 Representation on business issues at local, state and federal levels Opportunity to participate in \"BV BUCK$\" - our new local gift card program $25 INvest Credit for each new member referral Unlimited Authorization to use the Chamber logo in your advertising $200 REACH AIR (critical care air and ground transport) Special Pricing Ribbon cutting/grand opening services at a discounted rate of $150 $150 Opportunity to participate in M2M (Member To Member) Deals Access to the “members-only” portal Opportunity to participate on Chamber committees and task forces Invitations to 20+ relationship building events Recognition online and Social Media outlets upon joining $300 Discounted marketing opportunities through our publications and events Visitor and customer referrals (online and staff) $300 Invitations: business workshops and seminars at member prices $200 Invitation: new-member orientation: Learn how to best utilize your Chamber Opportunity to purchase digital mailing list and labels (no email addresses) Business connections/resources to help you grow your business Posting of your job openings at no cost on our website  $100 Value: $1,300+ PRICELESS 719.395.6612 www.BuenaVistaColorado.org Page 9

ENGAGE | $500 Recommended for businesses that have established an identity and are recognized in the BASE TIERS marketplace, yet seek additional opportunities to grow. This tier is not available to businesses with more than 25 employees. This tier includes all of the benefits of the Connect tier plus these upgraded benefits: VALUE Additional Business Category listing in our online membership directory $150 Use of bulk mail permit | 35%-65% less that 1st class $100+ Post announcements in the BV BUZZ weekly newsletter $250 Complimentary Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening $300 One set of Chamber member mailing labels (no email addresses) $100 Opportunity to sponsor Community Coffee upon availability Value: $2,200+ ACCELERATE | $1,000 Recommended for businesses that are planning to build additional clients, customers and relationships with other businesses. They will continue to strengthen their involvement in the community and in the Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce. This tier includes all of the benefits of the ENGAGE tier plus these upgraded benefits: Two (2) Full Day Ski Passes: Monarch Mountain | NO Blackout Dates VALUE Four (4) Unlimited Day Passes: Mount Princeton Hot Springs 50% OFF Secondary Business Membership (Connect or Engage Only) $278 $200 INvest Credit $160 Sponsor a Chaffee County Non-Profit's Membership $250 $200 $150 Value: $3,200+ Page 10 719.395.6612 www.BuenaVistaColorado.org

AFFILITATED REPRESENTATIVE BASE TIERS FRIEND NON-PROFIT 501c3 $150 AFFILIATED: Only available to representatives of a business that is currently a member of the Chamber (e.g., real estate agents, financial advisers, stockbrokers). This level gives the affiliated representative greater visibility, exposure and access through our marketing efforts, print and web advertising, networking, business relationship-building opportunities, and more. FRIEND: Only available to individuals who are not affiliated with a business. NON-PROFIT: Only available to registered 501(c)(3)s in Chaffee County. Benefits Your name listed in our membership directory and on our website directory Authorization to use the Chamber logo in your advertising Post announcements in the BV BUZZ weekly newsletter Access to the “members-only” section of our website Marketing opportunities through our publications and events Opportunity to purchase member mailing contact information (no email addresses) Invitation to new-member orientation to learn how to best utilize your Chamber Networking opportunities, including monthly Community Coffee, Business After Hours, POWER Lunch, and numerous other events and programs Member pricing and discounts on events 719.395.6612 www.BuenaVistaColorado.org Page 11

INFLUENCE | $2,500 PREMIER TIERS You’re looking to build on your community presence, take a more active role in advocating for businesses, and deepen your connections among peers and elected officials. This tier includes all of the benefits of the ACCELERATE tier plus these upgraded benefits: 6 Additional (8 Total) Full Day Ski Passes: Monarch Mountain VALUE 8 Additional (12 Total) Day Passes: Mount Princeton Hot Springs $500 INvest Credit $834 LIVE Radio Interview on Heart of the Rockies Radio $360 1 Featured Ad/Announcement in the BV Buzz Chamber Newsletter $400 Christmas Card Lane: Annual Maintenance Fee Waived $500 $200 $125 Value: $5,600+ LEGACY | $5,000 You seek to become a regional leader, ready to step into the spotlight as an organization that invests in the community and has interest in influencing regional strategy in partnership with other decision makers. This tier includes all of the benefits of the INFLUENCE tier plus these upgraded benefits: VALUE Logo/Link in Rotating Image Carousel Home Page of Chamber Website $1,200 Recognition with Logo on Chamber Lobby Video Screen (Rotating) $850 Additional Week Radio Interview (Total-2 weeks) $800 Weekly Chamber Newsletter Sponsor (13 Weeks) $900 Additional 3 (Total-4) Featured Ad in the BV Buzz Chamber Newsletter $400 4 Additional (12 Total) Full Day Ski Passes: Monarch Mountain $556 8 Additional (20 Total) Day Passes: Mount Princeton Hot Springs $360 $1,000 INvest Credit $800 Recognition as a LEGACY INVESTOR at All Chamber Events Value: $11,700+ Page 12 719.395.6612 www.BuenaVistaColorado.org

VISIONARY | $7,000 PREMIER TIERS The Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce’s most prestigious level of membership is designed for companies who wish to gain maximum exposure and involvement within the Chamber and our community. This Membership Tier is limited to 5 businesses. The Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce offers a CAP (Customized Annual Package) to our Visionary Investors. These packages can include, but are not limited to Event Sponsorships and Additional Marketing Opportunities. To create the best CAP to meet your needs, please contact us at 719-395-6612 719.395.6612 www.B7u1e9n.3a9V5is.t6a6C12olorado.org Page 13

Credit Menu & A'la Carte Options These can be used with your INvest Credit -or- purchased a'la carte from your membership Advertising and Marketing $750 Event Sponsorship Opportunities $200 Banner Ad BV Buck$ Page on Chamber Website $700 Continued BV BUZZ Featured Ad/Announcement (1 week) $300 BV BUZZ Featured Ad/Announcement (4 weeks) $300 4th of July | Stage & Beer Garden $1,500 Chamber 101 Orientation Sponsor (1 year) $125 $1,000 New Member Packet Flyer (3 months) TITLE Sponsor (1 available) $700 Christmas Card Lane (Annual Maintenance) Platinum Sponsor $500 Gold Sponsor $250 Membership Benefits Silver Sponsor Bronze Sponsor Additional Business Category in Online Directory Membership Mailing List (no email addresses) $150 Gold Rush Days | Stage & Beer Garden $2,500 Quarterly Update of Membership List $100 $1,500 Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening/Groundbreaking $50 TITLE Sponsor (1 available) $1,000 Use of Bulk Mail Permit $300 Platinum Sponsor $500 $25 Gold Sponsor $250 Silver Sponsor Bronze Sponsor Event Sponsorship Opportunities OHV Fall Color Tour $1,000 Four Mile Sponsor $750 View the \"Sponsorship Packages\" link to choose the St Elmo Sponsor $500 opportunity that best meets your needs Mt Antero Sponsor $250 Leadville Mining Sponsor $150 Community Coffee In Kind or $300 Lost Canyon Sponsor Coffee/Breakfast Snacks Business After Hours $600 Christmas Opening Event Host and Sponsor Event Title Sponsor (1 available) First Responder Appreciation Lunch $1,000 Parade of Lights Sponsor $1,000 Platinum Sponsor $500 Photo Sponsor $500 Gold Sponsor $250 Chocolate Walk Angel $500 Silver Sponsor Chocolate Walk Gold Star $750 Chocolate Walk Silver Star $500 Duck Race $2,000 $250 Quacktastic Duck $1,500 Dynamo Duck $500 Distinctive Duck $250 Lucky Duck Page 14 719.395.6612 www.BuenaVistaColorado.org

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