The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce Welcomes You to Our Trustee Program!

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SEE THE VALUE • SEIZE THE VALUE • SHARE THE VALUE

Sandra Mayor, is serving as Chair of the Trustee program. Sandra has been a Chamber member since 2008 and knows the importance of adding value to the Trustee program.

Active Trustee members are invited to sit on the Trustee Advisory Board, which meets the first Monday of each month at 4 pm at the Chamber building.

TRUSTEE BENEFITS

Standing invitation to all Board Meetings & annual •personal meeting with Chamber President/CEO.

Quarterly Trustee New Member Orientation. •

Establish communications with new Trustee members •to make them feel welcome and engaged in the Chamber community.

Help Trustees understand the value of their membership •and assist with retention; re-engage non-active Trustee members.

One-on-one’s: Encourage Trustee’s to meet one new •person at each Trustee event and set-up an off-site one-on-one appointment.

Thank you for your on-going support.

Sandra MayorSr. Vice President at BankUnited

Message froM THe CHaIr

experIenCe engage relevanCeThe TRUSTEE program of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce is designed to connect CEO’s and top executives of the premier companies from within the community. The TRUSTEE program provides them with a complete range of benefits and services to meet the challenges of business issues most important to them. Through exclusive high level events and activities, TRUSTEES are provided with exciting opportunities to the social and political networking necessary to address the concerns of large-scale, fast growing and high value-added companies.

Board of Directors / Trustee LuncheonOn the third Wednesday of each month, the Chamber provides a luncheon exclusively for the Chamber’s Board of Directors and Trustee members. This high caliber event includes an update from the Chamber president on local and regional issues as well as the induction of any new Trustee members. Each month, a keynote speaker addresses timely issues in the community. Trustee ReceptionsTrustee reception are held once a month at a Chamber member’s location who has been selected to host the event. The two-hour venue allows Trustee members to network with one another and build strong alliances. Each month, a speaker provides a short presentation on issues of importance.

8-at-8 Breakfast Series

Be part of our breakfast 8-at-8 series held monthly at the exclusive Tower Club in downtown Fort Lauderdale. You will participate in an intimate dialogue with other Trustees and have the opportunity to present your business dynamics. This highly popular program is free to all Trustees.

The minimum Trustee investment dues structure starts at just $3,100 (for businesses with 500 or less employees.) If such individual designated by a firm or organization is eligible for trusteeship, that individual shall be designated

by the Board of Directors as a “Trustee of the Chamber”.

512 NE Third Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL 33301(954) 462-6000 • (954) 527-8766 fax

www.FtlChamber.com • info@FtlChamber.com

Monthly Board of Directors/Trustee luncheons held the third Wednesday of each month. An opportunity to hear updates on the latest issues affecting the business community from prominent speakers.

Access to business owners and decision makers for great networking opportunities.

An opportunity for you to identify ten key individuals from your firm to receive Chamber mailings.

Trustee plaque and pin presented in recognition of your commitment to this important program at the monthly Board of Directors Trustee luncheons among your peers.

Unique and high level networking and special events with elected officials and VIP’s through special business seminars, receptions and roundtable sessions.

Business Desk Reference - Your business listing featured in the Chamber’s annual membership directory.

Community Forum updates on subjects relative to current issues.

Special Networking Opportunities for eight Trustees to meet and share ideas and business opportunities.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITSFirst year members will be recognized as a founding member of the new premium membership category - the exclusive Chairman’s Circle.

Chairman’s Circle Annual Dues: $10,000

Total Package Value: $14,900

Membership Dues: $2,900

Marketing Total Value: $2,000One-year ad on site (inside double tall banner with link to site), exclusive micro website, exclusive directory upgrades with logo, blurb & keywords.

Sponsorship Total Value: $10,000Recognition at all Chamber marquee events and Leadership program throughout year:

• Salute to Business*, ($1000)• Downtowner of the Year*, ($1000)• Chamber’s Annual Meeting*, ($1000)• Women’s Circle of Excellence awards*, ($1000)• Golf tournament*, dinner sponsor ($1000)• Taste of Weston*, ($1000)• Leadership Fort Lauderdale (eight months of programs plus graduation ceremony, ($1000)• Centennial recognition, ($1000) • Jazz in the Hall*, ($1000)• Small Business Awards ceremony*, ($1000)

* includes two complimentary VIP seats

The Chairman’s Circle level also entitles the member to the following added benefits: Exclusive Chairman’s Circle branding for Chamber marquee events and Leadership program.

1. Upgraded VIP seating at all Chamber events.2. Use of the Chairman’s Circle membership brand at the company’s web

site and physical plants.3. Corporate spotlight as a Chairman Circle member on the Chamber web

site with branding connections to the weekly newsletter.4. First right of refusal for Chamber sponsorships and advertising.5. Up to 36 employees/representatives listed on Chamber’s database.

$ 3,100

Experience. Better. BUSINESS. PARTNERS.

he Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce has created partnerships in support of programs that strengthen companies and create a stronger community. Business leaders benefit from coming together to share and learn. From power lunches to lead groups, let’s partner on building a better Fort Lauderdale.

512 NE 3rd Ave. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 FTLCHAMBER.COM • 954.462.6000

The Chamber continues to be an indispensable part of our economic development strategy... That’s one reason we lead the state with low unemployment. “

” — Fort Lauderdale Mayor John P. “Jack” Seiler

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he Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce offers over 50 programs focused on Leadership in our community. Leadership Fort Lauderdale and the Executive Leadership Program provide the tools to further help our members become community leaders.

512 NE 3rd Ave. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 FTLCHAMBER.COM • 954.462.6000

SunTrust appreciates the Chamber’s long history of serving the business community. The Chamber has been a catalyst for bringing businesses, organizations and individuals together to help strengthen our community and we appreciate the many contributions made by the chamber to foster economic growth and vitality. Our business climate has been greatly enhanced as a result of the Chamber’s leadership and we are proud to be a Chairman’s Circle Member.

“”— Margaret L. Callihan

President, Miami/South Florida Division SunTrust Bank

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Experience. Better. Business.LEADERSHIP.

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512 NE 3rd Ave. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 FTLCHAMBER.COM • 954.462.6000

The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce has worked diligently to create and sustain a job and economic climate that supported the Urban League of Broward County’s bid to attract the National Urban League Conference to our community for the first time ever. Boasting a 10 million dollar impact, we have great momentum to continue to raise the profile of our city on a national landscape.

We’re well positioned for our local companies to create jobs and develop business growth for years to come.

“— Germaine Smith-Baugh President and CEO Urban League of Broward County

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Experience. Better. Business.Jobs.

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hrough BusinessF1rst, in partnership with the City of Fort Lauderdale, we are conducting strategic discussions to aid in attracting, retaining and expanding local businesses. Additionally, our Workforce Development and Education committee strives to close the skills gap in cooperation with our local Universities. The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce is committed to the economic development and growth of our community by identifying and finding solutions for our region’s growing employment needs.

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Experience. Better. Business.LEADERSHIP.

he Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce was founded as our community’s first trade organization 105 years ago. Since that time the Chamber has worked in support of programs that strengthen companies and create a stronger community while promoting positive change.

512 NE 3rd Ave. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 FTLCHAMBER.COM • 954.462.6000

The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce continues to be a driving force for our economy and the business community. From the airport runway expansion to the defeat of Amendment 4, Stiles is proud to be a Trustee of this relevant and engaged organization.

“”— Terry Stiles, Chairman and CEO, Stiles Corporation

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Experience. Better. Business.LEADERSHIP.

he Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce offers over 50 programs focused on Leadership in our community. Leadership Fort Lauderdale and the Executive Leadership Program provide the tools to further help our members become community leaders.

512 NE 3rd Ave. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 FTLCHAMBER.COM • 954.462.6000

Broward Health Medical Center is pleased to partner with the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce in promoting the health and wellness of our entire community, including businesses and individuals. With the Chamber’s support, we are proud to serve as Broward’s only teaching hospital, insuring health care for all and preparing the health care workforce for the challenges of tomorrow.

“”— Calvin E. Glidewell, Jr., FACHE,

Chief Executive Officer, Broward Health Medical Center

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