Learn what a chamber of commerce is, our mission and how to maximize the return on your membership. We'll also review how to get involved as well as upcoming opportunities. For more info, please visit www.hewittchamber.com/join.

1. Orientation
Member

2. What Is A Chamber Of Commerce?
Alissa Cady, GHC Executive Director
• An association with local businesses as members
that promotes and protects the interests of the
business community in a particular place. The
membership elects a board of directors to set policy
for the organization. The board then hires a director
and staff to operate the chamber.
• The Greater Hewitt Chamber strives to:
• Empower & educate current & future leaders
and create a legacy to propel our community
forward
• Provide Small Business Visibility, Development
and Education
• Positively influence and engage members
• Create a community where people want to live,
work and play
The Greater Hewitt Chamber is
located at 101 Third St. in Hewitt’s
historic train depot.

3. Since 1978, our mission has been to
promote an environment of goodwill
and prosperity among businesses,
residents and civic organizations in
the greater Hewitt area. We strive to
foster, protect and promote the
commercial, industrial, civic,
agricultural and general interests of
the Hewitt community.
As of now, the Chamber represents
19,000 jobs and 35+ local non-profit
organizations, with $60,000 awarded
to local students through the Greater
Hewitt Chamber Scholarship Fund
since 2008.
Greater Hewitt Chamber’s Mission
Alissa Cady, GHC Executive Director

4. Hewitt First United
Methodist Food Pantry
Regional Chamber Partners: Temple, Belton, Lake Whitney,
Hillsboro, Clifton, NW Tarrant County Chamber
Greater Hewitt Chamber’s Mission
Alissa Cady, GHC Executive Director

5. Partnerships : City of Hewitt
Adam Miles, Hewitt City Manager
The Chamber works closely with
the City on business, economic and
community development; the
Chamber also works to promote
tourism and serves as a visitor
center for Hewitt.

6. BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
• 29 total directors| serveon volunteerbasis| meet monthly on chamber operations, budget &
mission fulfillment
• 300+ years of combined experience in various industries—from small business to
Fortune 500 & international business development
• Board is led by Executive Committee which acts on matters requiring immediate attention
& guides long-term planning; comprised of president, 1st and 2nd vice presidents,
secretary, treasurer & past president
Leadership Opportunities
Frank Thomas, GHC Director
AMBASSADORS:
• Serve as face of the Chamber and extension of board’s leadership
• Support the Chamber’s membership retention plan by reaching out to fellow members
• Almost 50 ambassadors currently serving the Chamber
COMMITTEES:
• 2018 committeesinclude: Awards*,Banquet, Budget*, Bylaws, Marketing & Communications,
Golf, Long-RangePlanning*, Industry Relations, Membership, Nacho Daddy,Nominating*,
Scholarships& Spooktacular(*membersappointed)

7. Networking Opportunities:
Luncheons & Breakfasts
Frank Thomas, GHC Director
• Held at least once per month
• Venues vary month-to-month
• Events usually include a program & business
member commercials; events may also include
facility tours
• Cost for business members to attend is $12-$25
depending on venue
• Full catered meal provided
• Average attendance = 50
• Sponsorship opportunities available
GHC Members tour the Do It Best
warehouse on Hewitt Drive

8. Networking Opportunities:
Business After Hours
Frank Thomas, GHC Director
• Held at least once per month
• Sponsor/venue varies month-to-month
• Usually held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Event is casual with no set agenda, and
attendees come and go at their convenience.
• No cost to attend
• Refreshments/ beverages typically provided
• Average attendance = 80
• Sponsorship (hosting) opportunities available
for 2019

9. Networking Opportunities:
Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
Frank Thomas, GHC Director
• Held at the member’s request – typically for a
new business, new management or to
celebrate a business milestone.
• The GHC hosts three to five per month
• Everyone is invited to come support the
business
• No cost to attend
• Average attendance = 20
• Contact the GHC staff to coordinate a ribbon
cutting
• Sponsored by Raising Cane’s Hewitt Dr. –
restaurant provides 25 tenders, 2 gallons of
sweet tea & 2 gallons of lemonade

10. Sponsorship Opportunities: Annual Events
Diane Jenkins, GHC Ambassador
Membership Banquet (Jan. 31, 2019)
• Held at the WacoConvention Center
• Includeslive music, catereddinner, award& scholarship
presentation,keynotespeaker,cash bar & luxury raffle
• Sponsorships start at $210
• Tickets $60 each
• Average attendance = 500
Nacho Daddy Car Show & Concert (May 12, 2018)
• Held at Warren Park
• Live music, car show, kids zone, food trucks & more
• Benefits Hunger Free MISD
• Parking $10/car, admission free, BYOB
• Average attendance = 2000
• Sponsorships available starting at $150

11. Golf Tournament (Sept. 14, 2018):
• 2018 will be 33nd annual tourney– Boot Scootin’Bogey
• Held at CottonwoodCreekGolf Course - includeslunch, luxury
raffle& contestson every hole with chanceto win a car and/or $1
million
• Sponsorshipsstart at $110
• Player: $120 each or $475 for team
• Averageattendance= 32 teamsof four & 50 volunteers
• BenefitsGreater Hewitt ChamberScholarshipFund
Creekside Spooktacular (Oct. 31, 2018):
• Held on Halloweenat Warren Park
• Event includestrick or treating,games,bouncehouses, costume
contests,crafts, food trucks, prizes& more
• Admission & parking is free
• Sponsorshipsstart at $150
• Averageattendance= 2000
• Benefitsthe HallelujahFood Pantry
Sponsorship Opportunities: Annual Events
Diane Jenkins, GHC Ambassador

12. Lead Explosion Joint Networking Event With
Women Of Waco (June)
• Program includes dinner seating with likely business
prospects (seats assigned), 30-second business
commercials and time for setting follow-up appointments.
Sip N’ Shop With The National Association
for Female Executives (Nov. 8, 2018 | 4 -7 pm)
• A fun night of holiday shopping with local vendors,
refreshments, beverages & networking
• No cost to attend
• Vendor space available - $40 for NAFE members & $80 for
non-NAFE members
• Benefits CASA of McLennan County
• Held at The Pavilion in Woodway
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Partnered Annual Events
Anna Hoffman, GHC Director

13. Hewitt Public Library’s Dog Days Canine Event (Sept.)
• Aims to provide the greater Central Texas community with a
fun family day to enjoy a variety of activities, learn from
experts, connect with other dog lovers & even adopt a pet!
Hewitt Police Department’s National Night Out (July)
• Promotes police-community partnerships and
neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods
safer. Includes vendor booths, bounce houses, children’s
games, food, live music and more!
Hewitt Christmas Tree Lighting (Dec.)
• Enjoy crafts, hot chocolate, cookies, story telling, Spring
Valley Elementary School Choir, Santa & more!
More Info On All Events At HewittChamber.com
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Partnered Annual Events
Caz Muske, GHC Ambassador

14. • 3000printedquarterly
• Free to readers
• Mailedto all GHC membersand area visitor centers
along I35 corridor
• Placed in 40+ high-traffic locations in the greater
Hewitt area (banks, Post Office, clinics, restaurants
and Walmart)
• Included in welcome bags given to new residents &
new employees at large area employers
• Digital issue promoted by Greater Hewitt Chamber
& Midway ISD
• Features articles on area businesses and history,
new member spotlights, event photos, calendar &
more
• Ads start at $130
Sponsorship Opportunities: Print Advertising
Hewitt Express Magazine
Carlena Lesso, GHC Director

15. • Won 1st place in its category in Texas Chamberof
CommerceExecutivesMedia Contest in both 2016&
2017
• 3000 printedevery January
• Same distributionas Expressmagazine
• Features info on City of Hewitt, area attractions,
education, business directory, map & more
• 2019 ad space available
• Use it to refer business to your fellow Chamber
members (directory of members located in the
back – both alphabetical and categorial)
Sponsorship Opportunities: Print Advertising
Community Guide & Business Directory
Carlena Lesso, GHC Director

16. E-Blast
• Sent to GHC’s database of over 2000 people in the greaterHewitt area
• Also posted on the GHC social media
• Great way to promote a sale, special event or new product/service.
• Member provides content& staff designs for member to approve
• Cost is $77; email staff for availability
E-Bulletin
• Snapshot of upcoming events,community news & opportunitiesfor
members.
• Sent to over 2000 people in greaterHewitt
• Banner ads available on a weekly basis for $31 and may link to
member’s website of choice
Sponsorship Opportunities: Digital Advertising
Brian Black, GHC Ambassador
Website
• Features member directories,eventscalendar, information on the greater
Hewitt area’s amenities & more.
• Utilized by chamber members, residents and visitors - receives over
2500 page views per month.
• Ads on the home page are available on a monthly basis for $57 and
may link to member’s website of choice

17. Maximize Your Membership
Jeanne Rieger, GHC Ambassador
Month One
1. Stay plugged in by getting in the habit of scanning the
weekly e-bulletin
2. Perfect your elevator pitch for networking events (you
should be able to tell your name and position, business
name, what your business offers and your ideal referral
all in 30 seconds)
3. Attend a chamber event & set a goal of meeting three
new contacts
4. Get familiar with the GHC Benefits on the membership
brochure – are you taking advantage of all of the benefits
available to you? (available online at
HewittChamber.com/Join)

18. Month Two
1. Make sure your chamber sticker is displayed at your
company’s front door for a boost in credibility and
favorability with your customers!
2. Contact the Chamber staff to schedule your ribbon
cutting ceremony.
3. Go through the Chamber directory & get to know your
fellow members.
4. Check out the Chamber’s available webinars for
programs on a variety of topics
Maximize Your Membership
Jeanne Rieger, GHC Ambassador

19. Month Three
1. Get your business spotlighted in the next Hewitt Express
magazine! Email the staff to get your logo and a brief
article about your business included in the magazine.
2. Review Event & Publication Sponsorships for
opportunities to increase brand awareness by
supporting a community event or advertising in a
publication
3. Review Ambassador and Committee information for
leadership opportunities
4. Bring your marketing materials to the depot office to be
included in new resident welcome bags
welcome
Maximize Your Membership
Donna Muhlman, GHC Director

20. Maximize Your Membership
Donna Muhlman, GHC Director
Event attendance is the number one thing you can do to see a return on the
investment of your chamber membership.
• Stay in-the-know with GHC emails & social media
• Be engaged – come to events & serve in leadership roles
• Get to know your fellow members & do business (and/or refer business)
to them
• Full 90-day action plan for a successful membership available at
HewittChamber.com/90days
The strength of the Greater Hewitt Chamber rests in our relationships. The more
members get to know one another, the stronger our chamber, community and the
local economy become.

21. Your Support Matters!