2. Mission Statement
PhillyMINI is the area's premier MINI-
enthusiast, non-profit motoring club.
PhillyMINI strives to bring together all
MINI/Mini owners throughout the tri-state
area, while promoting the joys of motoring
through well orchestrated, high quality, safe
events.
3. PhillyMINI Goals for 2007: How did we do?
• Premiere MINI club in tri-state area (PA, NJ, DE) |
• Safe and fun events |
• All MINIs welcome |
• Open communication and warm welcome for new members |
• By April of 2007, we will be ready to present PhillyMINI as a
real car club with member dues |
• Special perks for PM members (yes, free stuff!) |
• More events with charitable causes |
Thank YOU for helping us attain our goals!
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4. What did we do to get there?
1. Officers with full job descriptions and responsibilities |
2. Rally Manual and Rules for events in place |
3. New server space to allow for more interactive forums and
archiving past events |
4. Up to date and organized Events Calendar including
archiving |
5. Welcome email to new members who join the forums |
6. Full merchandising on CaféPress |
7. Vendor discounts in place |
8. Member packet/perks for paid memberships |
9. Liability Insurance for Paid Members |
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5. 2008 Goals:
1. PhillyMINI Branded store on Cafépress
2. More Member’s Only Events
3. Additional Vendor discounts
4. More streamlined Membership Process
5. More Member Recognition
6. Upgraded Forums with additional capabilities
7. Archiving of PM events
6. How do we attain our 2008 goals?
1. PhillyMINI Branded store at Cafepress
We are working on adding PhillyMINI branded items to
the cafépress shop in addition to rally logo’d items.
2. More Member’s Only Events/Giveaways
3. Additional Vendor discounts
Working with Moss MINI, OutMotoring and other
vendors to offer more savings to Members
4. More streamlined Membership Process
Better system to get membercards and packets to
members faster
5. More Member Recognition
Introduction of PhillyMINI Ambassadors
7. How do we attain our 2008 goals?
Membership Process Changes
Karen Adams: MINIster of Memberships
- Add additional help to Member process by appointing
Chancellors of the Membership MINIstry
- More streamlined process to get packets, membercards
and other info to paying members faster
Chancellors of the Membership MINIstry:
-Lynn Spruce & Kim Radefield
-Tom & Laurie Felton
8. How do we attain our 2008 goals?
Ambassadors of PhillyMINI
Ambassadors are members who are recognized for going
above and beyond at events and behind the scenes. Officers
nominated and voted on Ambassadors for 2008.
Ambassadors will receive a complimentary membership for
the 2008 motoring year
Ambassadors of PhillyMINI:
-Tom Ross & Lisa Coller
-Mike Marzo & Steph Behr
-Kristi & Dan Hamilton
9. Change to the MINIstry
MINIster of Promotions Kristi Hamilton has asked to
step down.
Officer Dave Geiger will take her place.
Responsibilities include:
- Press releases for large events and charity events
- Monthly Newsletter to members
10. LET’S BE GOOD-FOR-SOMETHINGS…
Why be more charitable?
By donating our time and money to charitable
causes, we open ourselves up to publicity as well as
the opportunity for grants and funding from
corporate sources.
In 2007 we added 4 Charity events to our rallies.
11. How were we charitable in 2007?
1. PhillyMINI Meet-up: introduced “Change 4 Change” program where
participants donated spare change to be given to Philadelphia Meals on
Wheels. Amt donated:
2. Four Dogs: donations to Partners for Life Canine Companion program.
Proceeds from swag sales, raffles and clings were donated to this program.
Amt donated:
3. Race for the Cure: 30 PhillyMINI members raised funds and donated their
time to walk in the Philadelphia Race for the Cure. Amt donated:
4. Deck the MINIs: Partnered with Marine Toys for Tots. Donated:
$1000
$500
$2100
2 MINIs full of new toys for kids in the Philadelphia area.
13. Q1. What is the name of the newest member of the
MINI family?
A: The MINI Cooper Clubman
Q2. What is the average range of MPG for the
R56?
A: 28-40 MPG
14. Q3. What date was the official Clubman launch?
A: February 16, 2008
Q4. What model MINI is the next up for a
face-lift?
A: The MINI Cooper Convertible
Q5. How many inches longer is the Clubman?
A: 9” total; 3” in the backseat, 6” in cargo
16. ESTIMATED VS ACTUAL COSTS FOR 2007:
- Web server $200 for 2 years |
- Domain name $200 for 2 years |
- Group insurance $1000 for $2M policy per year |
- PM Mailbox $40 per year |
- International Night supplies: $200 per year (passports, flag stickers, giveaways,
extra pages etc) |
- Member kit supplies: $400 per year |
- Rally costs (copies of route sheets, cds, giveaways) $40 per rally x 15 rallies per
year= $600 |
- Misc costs: postage, prizes, other giveaways: $100 per year |
Total estimated cost to run PhillyMINI per year: $2540
Actual cost: $167 for 2 years
Actual cost: $200 for 2 years
Actual cost: $480 per year
Actual cost: $40 per year
Actual cost: $250
Actual cost: $3672
Actual cost: $306 per rally x 15 rallies = $4597.11
Actual cost: $500
Actual cost to run PhillyMINI in 2007: $11,726.89
17. PhillyMINI Motoring Membership- $35 |
This is a membership for the MINI owner.
They can fill their MINI with as many passengers as there are
seatbelts at no additional charge.
Motoring Members will receive the following:
• Annual waiver
• Official PhillyMINI lanyard | 2008 is INDI BLUE
• Member card/Name badge with INDI BLUE logos
• Discounts @ MINI dealerships and other MINI vendors
• 2008 Member cling
• Access to members-only portions of the forums/Avatar graphic on the forums
• Voting rights at future Member Meetings
• Special member perks throughout the year
Price will NOT change
18. PhillyMINI Navigator Membership- $10 |
This type of membership is for anyone who wants to support the
club but doesn't have a MINI. (A consistent navigator, a friend of
PhillyMINI, etc)
Navigating Member will get the following benefits:
• Annual waiver
• Official PhillyMINI INDI BLUE lanyard
• Member card/Name badge
• Access to the forums
Price will NOT change
19. PhillyMINI Non-member Rally Fee- $5 |
This type of fee is for those MINI owners who want to check us out before
becoming an "official" member. Also for those who have not yet become
a paying member. It is a $5 "pay to play " charge.
A $5 fee will be charged for their MINI to participate with up to 3
passengers per event.
Past $5 fees paid cannot be applied to a new membership
Social gatherings like International Nights or Favorite Dinners meet &
greets will not have a charge.
Price will NOT change
21. LET’S CHECK UNDER OUR SEATS…
If your envelope contains a MINI logo tattoo,
you WIN a poster!
If your envelope has a PhillyMINI tattoo,
you win A PHILLYMINI TATTOO!!!
