2013 Membership Magazine

The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce

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Our Members contribute to San Antonio’s legacy

Through The Chamber, our members...

Established a Fiesta Association in 1911 which led

to present-day FIESTA.

Secured 8,000 acres of land in 1917 that became

Kelly AFB, now PORT SAN ANTONIO.

Established the Farm and Ranch Committee, which

developed the Freeman Coliseum in 1944 and led

to the SAN ANTONIO LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO.

Brought the 1968 HEMISFAIR to San Antonio , lead-

ing to the development of the RIVER WALK.

Obtained necessary funding for Brooke Army Medical

Center in 1988, which paved the way for the

SAN ANTONIO MILITARY HEALTH SYSTEM, the medical

training center for all branches of the U.S. military.

Chairman of the Board

Arthur CoulombeGeneral ManagerJW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa

Top 10 Reasons to invest in The Greater Chamber

10. GREATER ADVOCACY Listening and effectively advocating the needs and concerns of area businesses at the local, state and federal levels.

9. GREATER VISIBILITY Marketing your company to a wider audience of business owners and decision makers. Members are encouraged to buy from other members.

8. GREATER ACCESS Introducing you to business leaders from industry sectors in the region, as well as those who impact our community at the county, state and national levels.

7. GREATER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COALITION Collaborating with various organizations to create greater business opportunities for new and existing companies.

6. GREATER COMMUNITY AWARENESS Keeping you informed on the major issues impacting your business and the community through our e-newsletter The Chamber Today and through industry luncheons.

5. GREATER CONNECTION OPPORTUNITIES Involving you in committees, projects and events to help you meet your professional business goals while working within your schedule and budget.

4. GREATER REFERRALS Connecting prospective customers to your business 24/7 through our telephone referral service, online business directory (sachamber.org) and Spanish language website (conocesanantonio.com).

3. GREATER SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Demonstrating your commitment and support for the greater good of the community through your participation in a highly-respected organization.

2. GREATER NETWORKING Building your circle of influence by meeting other business professionals at Chamber events and establishing one-on-one relationships that promote business success.

1. GREATER IMPACT Your membership and participation will bring value to you, your business and the greater San Antonio community.

Economic DevelopmentChair Joe Bray | City President, BBVA Compass BankSupports San Antonio’s targeted industries consisting of aerospace, hospitality & tourism, military, information technology, health care & bioscience and manufacturing.

AEROSPACE COMMITTEEChair Joe Wilson | Community and Government Relations, Lockheed Martin Kelly Aviation Center

CELEBRATE AMERICA’S MILITARY COMMITTEEChair Tom Rogers | Sr. Manager of San Antonio Defense Accounts, Deloitte Consulting

HEALTHCARE AND BIOSCIENCE COMMITTEEChair Geoff Crabtree | Senior Vice President, Methodist Healthcare System

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEEChair John Vann | Vice President Infrastructure Operations and Support, Valero Energy Corp.

MILITARY AFFAIRS COMMITTEEChair Mike Rowland | Asst. VP/Military Business Development Officer, Broadway Bank

Education & Workforce DevelopmentChair Denise Green | Partner, BKDEstablishes relationships with educational entities to help shape the advocacy efforts of The Chamber; enlists and promotes education volunteerism and workforce development initiatives to ensure that San Antonio has a skilled workforce for the future.

EDUCATION/WORKFORCE COMMITTEEChair Nancy Hard | President & CEO, Family Service Association

To volunteer, call The Chamber at (210) 229-2100, and tell us which committee you are interested in.

Membership and MarketingChair Joseph Kampa | Corporate Sales Manager, Embassy Suites RiverwalkResearches, evaluates and provides direction on how to brand and market The Chamber; promotes the benefits of membership and directs the annual Membership Campaign.

CHAMBER AMBASSADORSChair KJ Feder Delgado | March for Babies Director, March of Dimes

Public AffairsChair Jim Campbell | Sr. Vice President, The DeBerry GroupGathers input from Chamber committees, members and partnering organizations, and voices the concerns and position of the business community to local, state and federal elected officials and government agencies.

ENERGY & SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEEChair Stephanie Chandler | Partner, Jackson Walker, LLP

LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEEChair Vicki S. Perkins | Chief Government Relations Officer, Advocacy & Government Relations, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System

TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEEChair Dawn Green, PE | Vice President, Halff Associates, Inc.

WATER COMMITTEEChair Buck Benson | Partner, Pulman, Cappuccio, Pullen & Benson, LLP

Committee Involvement opens the door to new contacts

“At Baptist Health

System, we consider

The Chamber to be a

great resource and

business partner. It’s

nice to know that

they’re in our corner.”

PHOTO BY ROBERTA BARNES

Michael C. Zucker, FACHESenior Vice President and Chief Development Officer, Baptist Health System

“The influential

reach of The

Chamber is

astounding;

being a member

should be part

of every

company’s

expansion strategy.” Brandon LoganPresident, SRG Athletics


Signature Chamber Events connect San Antonio businesses

Annual Events

SA TO DC Representatives from the city, county and leading industries go to Washington, DC with a unified voice to urge members of Congress, the administration and military leaders in the Pentagon to address specific legislative needs and concerns of the South Central Texas region.

STATE OF THE CITY The mayor of San Antonio highlights the city’s recent achievements and presents current and future priorities.

TRIBUTE TO WOMEN BUSINESS LEADERS AWARDSThis celebration honors women who embody leadership qualities which have driven not only their personal success but also the success of those around them.

STARS & STRIPES OVER SAN ANTONIOWith an estimated attendance of 275,000, this July 4 celebration in downtown SA boasts the largest and longest fireworks spectacular in the city’s history. It features food trucks, cold beverages, a kids area, and a climactic 20-minute fireworks show.

CHAMBER CHALLENGE Business leaders foster relationships and build new prospects at this annual golf tournament that includes breakfast, lunch, contests and a drawing for prizes.

STATE OF THE COUNTY The Bexar County Judge addresses the citizens in our region on recent accomplishments and upcoming projects.

CELEBRATE AMERICA’S MILITARY (CAM) A series of community events in November that honors military service men and women and their families. CAM is the longest-running and largest celebration of its kind in the country.

CONGRESSIONAL SERIES During even-numbered years, the luncheon series features Texas’ two U.S. Senators; and in odd-numbered years, the series features each of the state’s U.S. Representatives in Congress.

ANNUAL GALA An evening to honor the outgoing Chairman of the Board and his/her leadership team and introduce the incoming Chairman of the Board and leadership. Cocktail reception followed by dinner, entertainment and a silent auction.

Membership EventsGREATER CONNECTIONS MIXER Meet new business clients, reconnect with friends and enjoy beverages and hors d’oeuvres provided by a different Chamber member host each month.

LEADS EXPLOSION Make solid business contacts in a networking-focused environment. Participants take turns presenting their company in small groups of seven; when the gong sounds, they switch groups. This event is for Members only.

NETWORKING BREAKFAST With such a hectic schedule, start your morning with a good meal and a great networking event, where you will leave with a complete list of the morning’s participants, including contact information.

Brandon LoganPresident, SRG Athletics

Reach a New Digital Audience through our online and smartphone resources

English website

sachamber.org• Membership/business directory

• Member and community news

• Chamber and community events calendars

• Chamber committees and member benefits

• Economic reports, San Antonio data, publications

• Job bank

• Tourism and relocation information

• Photo gallery/video vault

Spanish websiteconocesanantonio.comThe ONLY chamber in S.A. with a Spanish website, connecting you to international businesses & families

• Resources for planning, promoting and operating a business in San Antonio

• Information on business culture

• Tourist attractions, hotels, restaurants/dining and how to obtain proper visas

• Immigration information and relocating to San Antonio

• Additional resources useful to foreign investors

Smartphone application

My Chamber AppSearch “My Chamber App” in your app store on your mobile device

• Business listing includes categories, physical address, website, phone number

• Call a business directly

• Tag “favorite” places you visit regularly

• Get directions to a business

• “Popular Places” tells you what most people are searching for

• Add upcoming events to your calendar

• Upgrade your listing ($399) to include a brief description, logo, social media tags and the chance to upload coupons to “Hot Deals”

Upgraded listings in the

Business Directory• Upgrade to ChamberLink, and add a link to

your website, email link for inquiries, map link through MapQuest, company description and search categories to your listing for an additional $100/year

• Upgrade to Enhanced Business Listing and, in addition to ChamberLink benefits, add your logo and receive a highlighted box, plus top placement in your category listings for an additional $200/year

Sonya Medina WilliamsVice President - Community & External Affairs - SA, Silver Eagle Distributors

For more information on advertising opportunitiesin The Chamber’s digital media and print materials, call

(210) 229-2100 or email [email protected].


“San Antonio is

fortunate to have

The Chamber working

every day to ensure

that our city maintains

a business-friendly

culture. This is

invaluable as San

Antonio maintains one

of the strongest

economies in the

country.”

Sonya Medina WilliamsVice President - Community & External Affairs - SA, Silver Eagle Distributors


Membership Levels offer distinctive benefits *Each level includes the benefits of all subsequent levels

Level Board of Trustees $50,000+

• Direct access to the President & CEO

• Advance information from Public Affairs department on legislative issues

• First right of refusal of featured advertising on Chamber website

• Prominent placement of your company logo on The Chamber’s English and Spanish homepages and in The Chamber Today with a link to your website

• Priority listing with company logo in all Chamber website listings

• Recognition at the Annual Gala

• All locations listed in the online Business Directory and My Chamber App

• Board of Trustees member designation in the online Business Directory and plaque

Level Board of Advisors $10,000+

• Active role on The Chamber’s Board of Directors

• Frequent updates from Chamber President & CEO informing you of important regional matters

• Recognition of your company in both the print and online Board of Directors roster

• Exposure to Board of Directors with the opportunity to host a meeting

• Connect with high-level business professionals by hosting a new executive at the exclusive Exec Connect Dinner

• Board of Advisors member designation in the online Business Directory and plaque

LevelChairman’s Circle $5,000+

• Exclusive “Chairman’s Circle” annual meeting with the Chamber President & CEO and Chairman of the Board

• Four additional locations listed on My Chamber App

• Additional “same name” locations listed on the Business Directory (up to 10 total) that will also receive this level’s benefits

• Chairman’s Circle member designation in the online Business Directory and plaque

Level Platinum $2,000+

• Exclusive event opportunities for area business leaders & decision-makers

• Four passes to any Chamber Luncheon(s) of your choice, including VIP Reception

• Introductory meeting with the President & CEO

• Additional “same name” locations listed on the Business Directory (up to 5 total) that will also receive this level’s benefits

• Advance notification for sponsorship opportunities at The Chamber’s signature events

• Platinum member designation in the online Business Directory and plaque

Level

Gold $800+

• New Member Highlight in The Chamber Today

• Complimentary ChamberLink, up to five categories

• One additional “same name” location listed on the Business Directory that will also receive this level’s benefits

• Gold member designation in the online Business Directory and plaque

Level Investor $450+

• Category listing(s) in the Business Directory on both the English and Spanish websites and My Chamber App

• New member recognition on The Chamber’s homepage

• Discounted prices at networking/special events• Access to members-only events • Complimentary entrance at the monthly Greater

Connections Mixers• Subscription to The Chamber Today e-newsletter

(almost 10,000 subscribers), providing you with timely information on hot topics, upcoming events and key issues that affect the business community

• Exclusive member discounts through the Greater Rewards Program (Infintech, Office Depot and United Healthcare)

• Unlimited coupon postings on The Chamber’s Member to Member Marketplace

• Involvement opportunities on Chamber committees • Sponsorship/advertising opportunities in print

and digital media • Inclusion in The Chamber’s referral service

• Unlimited copies of our Relocation Guide for your place(s) of business

• Discounted member pricing on publications • One free Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening or

milestone celebration• Chamber Investor plaque

Membership Levels offer distinctive benefits *Each level includes the benefits of all subsequent levels

“As a small

business, we rely

on The Chamber for

direct connections

and referrals to

other companies -

it’s one of the best

investments

we make.”

Roger LopezVice President, Lopez Printing


Membership Agreement The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce

Company InformationCompany Name

Street/Physical Address City, State, Zip (Used for online map and My Chamber App)

Billing/Mailing Address City, State, Zip

Phone( ) Fax( ) Website www.

Type of Business (Used for directory)

Year company began No. local employees

Contact InformationLocal CEO & Title

Office Phone( ) Email Cell Phone( )

Main Contact & Title

Office Phone( ) Email Cell Phone( )

Billing Contact Office Phone( ) Email

Marketing Contact Office Phone( ) Email

HR/Recruitment Contact Office Phone( ) Email

Other employees to be added to the Membership Database:

Name Email Cell Phone( )

Name Email Cell Phone( ) (You can add as many individuals as you like by sending them to us.)

Payment Information Membership Level $ Credit card:

Annual ChamberLink $ 100.00 Acct. No. (Optional for Investor Level, included for Gold+)

Application Processing $ 50.00 Exp. Date Sec. Code

Total $ Check No. (Payable to The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce)

Return this application and payment to: [email protected] SIGNATURE: The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce - Membership 602 E. Commerce | San Antonio, TX 78205 DATE: phone: (210)229-2100 | fax: (210)229-1600 | www.sachamber.org The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(6) of the United States Internal Revenue Code. However, in compliance with the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993, five percent of your membership investment is not deductible from federal income taxes as a business expense because it is allocable to lobbying expenditures. The remaining 95 percent of your investment may be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense, not as a charitable contribution. Further information on this law should be obtained from your tax advisor. A voluntary 6% annual increase will be included on each year’s renewal notice.

STAFF USE ONLYMember Representative Referred by

(Circle one)

YES! I want additional exposure for my company.

The Chamber wants to be sure that the thousands of people who are seeking products and services from our website come to you first. Upgrade your listing in our online Business Directory through ChamberLink or with an Enhanced Business Listing, and gain maximum exposure. Use this online resource to funnel prospective clients to you, not your competitors!

ChamberLink Enhanced Business Listing $100/year (Included for Gold+ members) $200/year (Logo, link & highlight box plus top placement in your category listings)

Company Name

Email for Inquiries

Business CategoriesThe complete list of categories is available at sachamber.org.

1.

2.

3.

Business Description (approx. 75 words)

Key Word Search These are words/phrases people would use to find you, similar to a Google search. Consider common misspellings of your company name, other names your company might be known by, famous products/services your company is known for, etc.

1. 4.

2. 5.

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Return this application and payment to:

[email protected] (If purchasing the Enhanced Business Listing, please email your logo)

The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce - Membership Department602 E. Commerce | San Antonio, TX 78205phone: (210)229-2100 | fax: (210)229-1600 | www.sachamber.org

The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce602 E. Commerce | San Antonio, TX 78205phone: (210)229-2100 | fax: (210)229-1600 www.sachamber.org | www.conocesanantonio.com

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