2016

General Membership Application

Urban Chamber of Commerce 1951 Stella Lake Street, Suite 26 | Las Vegas, NV 89106 702.648.6222 Phone 702.648.6223 www.UrbanChamber.org 1/1/2016

Welcome Prospective Chamber Member! President Kenneth C. Evans Executive Board Jerrie E. Merritt Chair Bank of Nevada Shaundell Newsome Vice Chair Sumnu Marketing Joe Coe Treasurer Boyd Gaming Tanya Flanagan Secretary Las Vegas Urban League Young Professionals Napoleon McCallum Immediate Past Chair Las Vegas Sands Corp Board Members Dida Clifton The Office Squad Darren Harris City of Las Vegas Eric James State Farm LeVerne W. Kelley Craig Knight KCEP FM 88.1 Lorraine Marshall Irenic Consulting Group Lionel Newby Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Karl O. Riley Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. Keith Rogers UNLV Center for Academic Enrichment Michelle E. Stewart Command Center, Inc. President Emeritus Hannah Brown

Thank you on behalf of the Urban Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors for your interest in joining the chamber. We are excited to have you join our organization. Joining the Urban Chamber of Commerce will be one of the best investments your business will make! Active membership in our Chamber provides business professionals an opportunity to become a part of an organization dedicated to strengthening our area’s economic growth and improving the business climate. Once involved, you will find many ways to have a positive impact on both your business and our community’s quality of life. Your membership allows you to promote and advance your business interests by providing opportunities for networking, visibility and credibility. You will be excited to see the many benefits our Chamber has to offer, and we are working diligently to increase them. We also host a monthly member luncheon on the fourth Friday of every month where you mingle with your fellow Chamber members and enjoy the sharing of information our guest speakers bring, as well as updates on “what’s happening” in our community including our local/state/federal legislative departments. Chamber committees help to conduct the business of the Chamber and your participation is encouraged! Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated staff if you have any questions or if we can be of further assistance. We look forward to learning more about you and your business as we continue our mutual journey for growth and success. Sincerely,

Kenneth C. Evans President

General Membership Application Since 1980, the Urban Chamber of Commerce has led and serviced the business community by providing the means, resources and opportunities for members to build purposeful and beneficial relationships. The goal is to develop companies that can compete. In today’s business environment, the new business model requires companies to demonstrate value and the ability to compete globally. The Urban Chamber of Commerce is bringing world-class training workshops and capacity development programs to Las Vegas. These programs are designed to aid our member in growing and becoming viable supply chain partners to our corporate and government agency supporters locally, nationally, and internationally. Chamber membership provides a comprehensive benefits package offering member discounts plus business referrals and networking opportunities. Other benefits include:               

Promotional opportunities Business contacts Business referrals Business seminars and workshops Sponsorship opportunities Committee involvement Listings and advertising in the online UCC Membership Directory Education and leadership opportunities Knowledge and information exchange Annual Green Tie gala & Awards Ceremony Monthly Chamber events (breakfast and luncheons) with keynote speakers and procurement opportunities After Hours Mixers Urban Chamber Website Voting rights during UCC Board elections UCC Membership Certificate to proudly display at your place of business National Affiliation The Urban Chamber of Commerce is a proud member of the US Black Chamber Incorporated which provides committed, visionary leadership and advocacy in the realization of economic empowerment. Through the creation of resources and initiatives, we support African American Chambers of Commerce and business organizations in their work of developing and growing Black enterprises.

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2016 General Membership Levels Community-Based Organization $175       

One (1) vote during elections Networking Opportunities Member discount for tickets to UCC events and programs Involvement opportunities in Chamber committees and events Company Listing in UCC website directory Member-to-Member Discounts Members Only Access to Website: o Update your own membership profile o Post your upcoming events o Post your organization’s job opportunities o Post your member-to-member discounts

Micro Business (1-10 Employees): $200       

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One (1) vote during elections Networking Opportunities Member discount for tickets to UCC events and programs Involvement opportunities in Chamber committees and events Member-to-Member Discounts Company Listing in UCC website directory Members Only Access to Website: o Update your own membership profile o Post your upcoming events o Post your organization’s job opportunities o Post your member-to-member discounts Business Referrals Training Seminars Ribbon cutting ceremony at opening of new business by request Opportunity to add hot deals or specials on the UCC website

Small Business (11-25 Employees): $400 (All Micro Business Member Benefits PLUS the following)  Enhanced Company Listing in UCC website directory to include social media links, maps and multimedia content  One (1) 30 day banner ad displayed on UCC homepage per year (upon request)  One (1) 30 day ad displayed in UCC online directory (upon request)  One (1) standalone e-blast sent to UCC global database per year (upon request)

Large Business (26-50 Employees): $600 (All Micro Business Member Benefits PLUS the following)  Enhanced Company Listing in UCC website directory to include social media links, maps and multimedia content  Two (2) 30 day banners ad displayed on UCC website per year (upon request)  Banner ad displayed in UCC online directory for one full year (upon request)  Two (2) standalone e-blasts sent to UCC global database per year (upon request)  One (1) executive spotlight for the company representative of your choice featured in weekly e-blast or quarterly newsletter (upon request)  One (1) luncheon marketplace display table per year (upon request)

General Membership Application Company Name_________________________________________________________________________________ Owner/Principle__________________________________________________________________________________ Contact Name & Title_____________________________________________________________________________ Type of Business_____________________________________ African American Owned? Y/N_____________ Email Address____________________________________________________________________________________ Address______________________________________ Phone_____________________

City___________________ State______ Zip__________

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Certified MWBE? Y/N____ MBE? Y/N____ Other Certifications_________________________________________ Years In Business________________________________

Number of Employees________________________

Signature______________________________________________________ Membership investment is based on the size of your employee base. Please choose the appropriate level. ___$200 Micro Business (1-10 Employees) ___$400 Small Business (11-25 Employees) ___$600 Large Business (26-50 Employees) ___$175 Community-Based Organization

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Check $______ Cash $______ Visa MasterCard Amex

What are your expectations from membership in the Chamber?  

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Networking Educational Seminars Government Advocacy Community Event Involvement Advertising Opportunities

Annual Dues

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One Time Only Application Fee

$35.00

Authorized Signer

One Time Only Web Maint. Fee

$35.00

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Total Due

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Name (Print)

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Received by: ______________UCC Staff _________Date

Join Your Chamber Today! Member Benefits 

Business Development Center Access

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Promotional opportunities

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Business contacts

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Business referrals

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Business seminars and workshops

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Sponsorship opportunities

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Committee involvement

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Online Membership Directory

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Education and leadership opportunities

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Knowledge and information exchange

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Annual Awards Gala

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Monthly Chamber luncheons with keynote speakers

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Special events

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After Hours Business Mixers

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The Chamber Website

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Voting rights during chamber board elections

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Membership certificate to proudly display

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Networking Opportunities

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Development Opportunities

Urban Chamber is Your Business Advocate…

Joining the Urban Chamber of Commerce will be one of the best investments your business will make! Active membership in our Chamber provides business professionals an opportunity to become a part of an organization dedicated to strengthening our area’s economic growth and improving the business climate. Once involved, you will find many ways to have a positive impact on both your business and our community’s quality of life. Your membership allows you to promote and advance your business interests by providing opportunities for networking, visibility and credibility. You will be excited to see the many benefits our Chamber has to offer, and we are working diligently to increase them. Urban Chamber of Commerce 1951 Stella Lake Street | Las Vegas, NV 89106 P. 702.648.6222 F. 702.648.6223 | www.UrbanChamber.org [email protected]