2015 new member packet

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Dear New Chamber Member,

The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce would like to welcome you as a new Chamber Member. Your

Chamber membership card and window decal will be mailed to you. This card is to be used for admission to Chamber

Membership Mixers and to present to participating members for the Member-to-Member Discount Program.

You’ll find the following items enclosed in this Membership Packet:

Committee Preference Form

Free Business University Seminar

Member-to-Member Discount Form

Chamber Business After Hours Mixer Schedule

Sponsorship Opportunities

Official Guide to New Braunfels Advertising Request

Website Marketing Opportunities

Herald-Zeitung Advertising

Ribbon Cutting Event Form

Festivals & Event Submission Form

Brochure Policy

Your Chamber Connected

You will receive by mail:

Membership Card

Membership Seal

There are numerous ways to get involved and represent your business through the Chamber. Please take a moment

and review the information in this packet. We are always just a phone call or email away. Additionally, nearly every

aspect of the Chamber can be found on www.ChamberInNewBraunfels.com.

New Member Packet


The Greater New Braunfels Chamber ofCommerce 2015 Board of Directors

David BurckNew Braunfels Herald-Zeitung

Nelda JuarezCenterPoint Energy

H. Sumner Bowen

Mike YbarraLegacy Commercial

Real Estate

Heidi AlemanNBISD Education

Foundation

Greg LutzWells Fargo Bank

Soriya EstesEstes Audiology Hearing Center

Natalie RougeuxChair-ElectRougeux &

Associates PLLC

Brannon BrookeTCOR Insurance

Management

Randy MoczygembaNew Braunfels Independent

Mark HamptonPast Chair

Century 21 RandallMorris & Associates

Charles StephensJudge, Comal County

Court At Law #2

Joe CastillejaChair

Frost Bank

Nathan ManloveThe AMMO Group

Kirk KotyloStandard Casualty

Company

Christine SeidelSeidel Properties

Stuart BlythinThe Resort at Schlitterbahn

Brandon DietertVice Chair

New BraunfelsSmokehouse, Inc.

Robin JeffersVice Chair

J & R Gymnastics

Jimmy RabonCemex

Travis WuestNatural Bridge Caverns

Douglas MillerMiller & Miller

Insurance Agency

Andrew KimComal Independent

School District

Shane WolfRockin ‘R’ River Rides


The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce 2015 Staff

Michael MeekPresident/CEO

Judy YoungConvention & Visitors

Bureau Director

Tyler HoffmannProduction-

Technology Team

Rusty BrockmanEconomic Development

Director

Jenna VinsonCommunications

Coordinator

Donna MeurinProduction-

Creative Team

Phyllis FoersterMembership &

Personnel Director

Lauren EvansProduction-Guest

Services Team

Val PreusserGroup Services

Coordinator

Alice HernandezFinance & Operations

Director

Holly CovingtonEconomic Development Research & Marketing

Coordinator

Tamara SoechtingProduction-

Creative Team

Laurie WehringLeadership &

Small Business Programs Director

Nina EastmanConvention-Group

Services Coordinator

Shana SlatterProduction-

Creative Team

Jennifer WatsonProduction-

Creative Team

Merry BrinkkoeterProduction-

Services Team


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Marketing OpportunitiesOnline Directory ListingsListing in 15,000 Printed DirectoriesDigital Membership Badge Free Community Calendar www.CouponsInNewBraunfels.com

Grand Openings, Groundbreakings, and Ribbon Cuttings Brochure Distribution Discounted Booth Space at Events Membership Labels, Lists and Discs New Member Listings Membership Milestone Recognition

The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce Works To:

Create Better Connections

Business After Hours Membership Mixers New Member Receptions Annual Business Trade Show Chamber Annual Meeting & Banquet

Customer Referrals Committee Participation Blue Coat Ambassadors Special Events Business Education Seminars

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Strengthen and Promote the Economy and Community

Advocate for Business with Policy Makers

Build Your Business Skills

Recruiting Jobs to the Community for City and County Via 4B Board and EDF

Marketing and Advertising Tourism in the CommunityPublication of 15,000 copies of the Official Guide to New Bruanfels Extensive Resident, Business, and Visitor

Resources on www.InNewBraunfels.com Business-Education Partnerships projects

Acting as Your Voice at Local Government Meetings Access to Local, State and National Decision Makers Annual Texas Legislative Conference Texas Association of Business Membership U.S. Chamber of Commerce Membership

Monthly Economic Indicators Demographics Labor & Wage/Benefit Surveys Clubs & Organizations List Business Counseling from the SBDC

Business Retention and Expansion Services Small Business Week Small Business SaturdayNew Braunfels Manufacturing Association Water Management Strategies Leadership Development Military Affairs

Representing New Braunfels Interests Addressing Natural Resources Issues Addressing Transportation Issues Government Affairs Committee Partnerships with Policy Pakers Legislative Priorities List

Business Seminars Committee Participation Weekly E-Newsletter Inside The Chamber Radio Show and Podcast Member Orientations

The Chamber offers numerous opportunities to enhance your business visibility through targetmarketing, event showcases and an improved internet presence.We do this through:

The Chamber builds your social capital by connecting you to other businesses, giving you access to communityleaders, developing relationships and helping you gain visibility in New Braunfels. We do this through:

The Chamber brings together community leaders and decision makers to focus on what really matters:the economy, education, workforce, quality of life and entrepreneurship. We do this through:

The Chamber represents the interests of the business community and ensures that New Braunfels maintains itsposition as the preeminent location for its employers, employees and residents. We do this through:

The Chamber helps your business progress by offering a variety of resources, educational trainingand workshops geared toward small and medium sized businesses. We do this through:


This is your opportunity to be involved with your Chamber. Committee involvement is very effective to create lasting connections with other business leaders while working towards common goals. Tell us which area(s) you’d like to participate in. Take time to review this list and mail, email or fax us your choice(s).

Please indicate below which committee(s) you wish to serve. Indicate your selection by checking the box preceding the committee or subcommittee name. Give at least three choices and return to the Chamber office. If you wish to have additional information, contact the Chamber office at (830) 625-2385.

REMEMBER: To serve on a committee, you must be a designated representative of your business with the Chamber.

Print Name: ____________________________________ Business: ____________________________________

Signature: ____________________________________ E-mail: ____________________________________

COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE

BUSINESS/EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP – Chair: Roy Linnartz | Vice Chair: Chris SniderOne of the major assets found in New Braunfels are the schools – students, teachers, administrators and facilities. TheBusiness/Education Partnership Committee works year round on educational issues involving curriculum, finance, and facilities. Expanded post-secondary education, the Central Texas Technology Center, and annual school year kick-off are activities that directly affect students and teachers. Staffed by Rusty Brockman - (830) 608-2811, [email protected]

MILITARY AFFAIRS – Chair: Bob Rayfield | Vice Chair: Susan GandyHonors an outstanding Airman from Randolph Air Force Base with quarterly receptions and gift certificates from Chamberbusinesses. 2015 begins the 47th year of this important partnership. Staffed by Laurie Wehring - (830) 608-2806,[email protected]

RAP COUNCIL – Chair: Don Miller | Vice Chair: Gary KirkhamThe Retirees Are Progressive Council consists of individuals who have retired or are partially retired. The council provides an opportunity for retirees to continue contributing their expertise to economic and community development. Staffed byPhyllis Foerster- (830) 608-2804, [email protected]

The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce

2015 Committee Preference Form


MEMBER VALUE BUSINESS ADVISORY – Chair: Natalie Rougeux | Vice Chair: Kristine Eilers

Reviews and plans opportunities to keep small businesses updated and aware of current business interests and topics. Presents NB Business University and other business seminars. Staffed by Laurie Wehring - (830) 608-2806,[email protected]

BUSINESS TRADE SHOW – Chair: Sally Singley | Vice Chair: Lori ArcherPlans the 27th annual show to be held in September. Opportunity for businesses to showcase their products or services. Staffed by Laurie Wehring - (830) 608-2806, [email protected]

SMALL BUSINESS WEEK – Chair: Coby Baese | Vice Chair: Susan SkinnerPromotes the importance of small business in our community by honoring a Small Business Person of the Year. Staffed by Laurie Wehring - (830) 608-2806, [email protected]

ADVOCACY GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS – Chair: Dawn Butrym | Vice Chair: Coby Baese

Focuses on local, state and national issues important to business. Meet with legislatorsone-on-one. Staffed by Michael Meek - (830) 608-2808, [email protected]

NATURAL RESOURCES – Chair: Greg Swoboda | Vice Chair: Barbara LackeyWater, air, and soil conservation are major components of a sustainable New Braunfels business community. They are also important factors to a good quality of life. Staffed by Rusty Brockman - (830) 608-2811, [email protected]

TRANSPORTATION – Chair: Art Brinkkoeter | Vice Chair: Ian PerezWith transportation a key factor in successful economic development efforts, this committee’s primary task is to be a catalyst-promoter of new and expanded roads in our trade area. This committee works to keep communication going between businesses and TXDOT, City and County. All local roads, streets, highways, and freeways are part of this committee’s program of work. Staffed by Rusty Brockman - (830) 608-2811, [email protected]

PLEASE RETURN TO: P.O. Box 311417, New Braunfels, TX 78131-1417

Fax: (830) 625-7918

Email: [email protected]


Attend one NB Business University Seminar at NO COST during your first year of Chamber membership. One membership representative per company.

New Braunfels Business University Seminars are designed to present relative information on issues facing business professionals in the management of their companies and careers. These seminars help our business community stay knowledgeable about key business concerns.

NB BUSINESS UNIVERSITY SEMINARS IN 2015

March 6 Turnover is Costly: Tips to Develop and Retain Employees Presented by Rob Konopaske, President of MillennialEdge 360

April 28 Panel: Creating the Space Panelists: Tess Coody, Resolute Health CEO; Lynn Peters, LK Design Group President & CEO; and Marty Williams, Catto & Catto Commercial Insurance Account Executive & Partner

June 11 Finding Quality Employees Presented by Randy Vanstory, Cofounder of AutumnGrove Cottage

Aug. 5 Non-Profit Summit: 157 Rules for Executive Success in Organization Management Presented by Pat McGaughey, 15 Year Instructor for the US Chamber of Commerce, Institute for Organizational Management

Sept. 10 Reaching New Braunfels - Marketing Panel Featuring a panel of local marketing experts and industry professionals

Nov. 5 Succession Planning Featuring a panel of business leaders and executives

Visit LearnInNewBraunfels.com for information on upcoming seminars.

The Business Advisory Committee Presents:

NB Business University


The Chamber is proud to offer our members an avenue for promoting their discounts and coupons through the website www.CouponsInNewBraunfels.com. Coupons will also be promoted on social media and in our weekly e-newsletter. Use this resource to market your own company’s coupons or look for discounts at other Chamber member businesses. Chamber members can add coupons atwww.bit.ly/NBCoupons or fill out this form and return to [email protected] or fax to830-625-7918.

Please select one: Accommodations Entertainment Restaurant

Retail Personal Services Non-Profit

Banking/Finance Insurance Automobile

Health & Wellness Family Friendly Other Services

Print Name: ____________________________________ Business: ____________________________________

Email: ____________________________________ Fax ____________________________________

Website: ____________________________________ Members Only Open to the Public

Description of benefit/discount (25 word limit):

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I hereby agree to offer the above stated benefit/discount to all Chamber members. If I should no longer offer this benefit/

discount in the future, I agree to submit a signed agreement to The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

Signature: ____________________________________ Date: _____________________

Please return to The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Inc.Address: P.O. Box 311417 New Braunfels,TX 78131-1417Email: [email protected]: (830) 625-7918Questions: Call (830) 608-2818

Member-to-Member Discount Program and Coupons


Mixers are held from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

*Fair Mixer is 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

**MEMBERSHIP CARD REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION**For more information including directions and sponsors visit www.MixersInNewBraunfels.com. If you are interested in sponsoring a Mixer please contact Phyllis at(830) 608-2804 or [email protected].

The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce

2015 Mixer ScheduleFEBRUARY 19 Resolute Health 555 Creekside Crossing

MARCH 24 Milltown Historic District 561 Oasis St

APRIL 23 Landa Park Golf Course at Comal Springs 180 Golf Course Rd

MAY 14 Rio Cibolo Ranch 1101 Ulrich Rd, Marion

JUNE 18 Red Rooster Antiques 971 W San Antonio St

JULY 16 New Braunfels Elks Lodge #2279 353 S Seguin Ave

AUGUST 13 Gruene Harley Davidson 1288 Loop 337

SEPTEMBER 24 Comal County Fair 701 Common St

OCTOBER 15 Slumber Falls Camp and Retreat Center 3610 River Rd

NOVEMBER 10 Wurstfest Association (Wurstfest Grounds) 120 Landa St

DECEMBER 10 Prosperity Bank & Reagan Burrus, PLLC 401 Main Plaza


Sponsorship OpportunitiesThe Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Inc. has the following sponsorship opportunities available. Don’t miss out on these opportunities to advertise your business with targeted

exposure and ROI! Call NOW and reserve your space to ensure your exposure in the following programs:

BOARD LUNCHEONS$150 Sponsorship - (one per month maximum)

Receive recognition at Board Meeting

Display brochures, fliers and/or business cards to attendees including media,

local government officials, chamber staff and board members

Receive ad placement in the “Serving You” eNEWS for 4 weeks

Serving You SPONSORYour hyper-linked logo sent out in eight issues over one year

Average distribution of 22,150 times per year

Cost of $150 for the entire year

LIMITED to only 25 companies per year

EVENT SPONSORSThe following Chamber events have sponsorship opportunities:

Annual Banquet

Business Trade Show

Leadership New Braunfels

Youth Leadership New Braunfels

Texas Legislative Conference

After Hours Mixers

NB Business University Seminars

New Member Reception Contact Phyllis Foerster at (830) 608-2804 [email protected] for more information on sponsorships.

ChamberInNewBraunfels.comWebsite Advertising


Website Advertising


SIGN UP NOW and get the ENHANCED LISTING PACKAGE for only $250 year. Visibly enhance your presence on the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce website with our

Enhanced Listing Package. Members with an Enhanced Listing Package increase their impressions and

engagements by 293% over a basic membership package. This package places your ad above your competition

in the business directory, includes a highlighted box around your listing to make it stand out, features the

logo or image of your choice, and allows for a 50-word business description within the business listing.

Yes! Sign me up for the Enhanced Listing Package for $250/year.

I am interested in improving my online presence. Please contact me about website advertising opportunities.

No, I’m not interested in increasing my business’ exposure through online advertising

Business: ____________________________________ Phone: ____________________________________

Address: ___________________________________ __________________________________________________

Contact Person: ____________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________

Description (50-word limit):

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Please return this form in person or via mail, fax or email.The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Inc.Attention: Jenna VinsonP.O. Box 311417New Braunfels, TX 78131-1417(830) 625-2385 (Phone)(830) 625-7918 (Fax)[email protected]


Ribbon Cuttings

Every new member has the opportunity to host a Ribbon Cutting. These events are a great wayto advertise your company and network with fellow Chamber members and the community.

A member of the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors, typically the Chair of the Board, will welcome guests

and introduce someone on your team to give a short overview of the company. The Chamber sends out invitations to the

Chamber Blue Coats, City and County elected officials and media. It will also be advertised on our calendar of events

on the Chamber’s website and in our weekly e-newsletter. Please feel free to invite your customers, vendors, family and

friends. Some of the previous companies have provided refreshments and have had a positive response. It is entirely

up to you and we do stress not to spend a lot, as representatives are there to learn about you and your company.

We find it is best to hold these events on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday at either 11:30 am or 4:30 pm. If

you are interested, please fill out the bottom portion with dates and times that work with your schedule.

Email to [email protected], fax to (830) 625-7918 or call Jennifer directly at (830) 608-2818.

Date ____________________________________

Time ____________________________________

Company ____________________________________

Contact Person ____________________________________

Phone: ____________________________________

Email: ____________________________________

Address: ____________________________________

Person to Introduce: ____________________________________ (name and title)

Directions: ____________________________________


Free 3x5 Advertisement from the Herald-Zeitung

Contact Robin Torres830.625.9144 Ext. 208to set up an appointment with an

Advertising Representative to get your ad running.

$200 Value Absolutely Free


Festival & Event Information Form

If you are the contact person for a New Braunfels event, please fill out this form and return to the below address for submission to the Calendar of Events. Submissions can be filled out electronically at www.InNewBraunfels.com/events and instantly post to the calendar of events. PLEASE USE THIS FORM ONLY IF YOU ARE WITHOUT INTERNET ACCESS. Thank You!

EVENT INFORMATION

Event Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________

Start Date: ____________________ End Date: ____________________

Event Description: (25 words or less)

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Hours: ____________________ Tickets: ____________________ Price: ____________________

Web Address: ___________________________ Email Address: ____________________

Event Address: ___________________________ State: ________ Zip: ________

Phone: ____________________ Fax: ____________________

Signature: __________________________________________

Please return this form via mail, fax or email only:The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Inc.Attention: Donna MeurinP.O. Box 311417New Braunfels, TX 78131-1417830-625-7918 (Fax)[email protected]

You can also submit events online atwww.EventsInNewBraunfels.com


Brochure Policy

We have many amenities that will enhance the guest and member experience.A recently installed new brochure display area is one of the upgrades.The space is limited and will require some new parameters for brochure display.

» Brochures must be paper stock of sufficient weight so that

the brochure does not “wilt or fold over” in the display racks.

» Size of brochures should measure nine (9) inches in height and four (4) inches in width, vertical format

standard brochure rack size, with the main message or name at the top of the brochure.

Brochures of other sizes will not be displayed. Brochures not approved for distribution through the brochure racks, but will be of benefit to the staff answering inquiries may be kept on hand for use as reference material.

» The title should be in the upper third of the brochure for display purposes.

» Professionally produced and printed brochures preferred.

» Storage space is limited and advertisers are responsible for self monitoring and sufficient inventory.

» Every effort will be made to display approved brochures. Should rack space

be limited, brochures will be rotated on an equitable basis.

» Approval of brochure display is the authority of the Greater

New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Inc. management staff.

» The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce remains the controlling authority

at all times and has the right to remove or disqualify a brochure from display.

Questions:Contact Judy Young at (830) 608-2803 or [email protected]

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