Ambassadors
The Ambassador Team serves as an elite group of Chamber members volunteering to assist the Chamber staff with member retention and welcoming new members. Ambassadors build relationships with the Chamber’s newest members, facilitate networking among members and encourage meaningful participation. Ambassador’s involvement in the Chamber programs enhance the membership benefits received by each member, strengthen member commitment and increase long-term retention.
2019/2020 Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors
David Benavides,
Merrill Lynch
Edgar Calderón,
Calderon Insurance & Financial Services
Maria Kettle,
Kettle & Associates
Jorge Macias,
F&M Bank
Mireya Miranda,
IMAGE Hair Salon
Carmen Perea,
WSR Insurance Services
Jovanny Perez,
American Red Cross-Gold Country Region
Diana Simons,
U.S. Bank
Ambassador Program
What it means to be
An Ambassador
Our Ambassadors are an extension of the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce brand in the community. They become well known to our membership at large, and are able to expand their network and create stronger community connections.
The Ambassador Team serves as an elite group of Chamber members volunteering to assist the Chamber staff with member retention and welcoming new members. Ambassadors build relationships with the Chamber’s newest members, facilitate networking among members and encourage meaningful participation. Ambassador’s involvement in the Chamber programs enhance the membership benefits received by each member, strengthen member commitment and increase long-term member retention.
Program Description
The Ambassador Program consists of volunteers from the Chamber membership who donate their time to assist the Chamber in various activities. Ambassadors serve a term of one calendar year. Ambassadors can continue to serve after the one year term if agreed upon by the Ambassador and the Chamber. Ambassadors are not industry exclusive however we only allow two (2) members per company/industry. Ambassador serve in a 90 day training process.
Ambassador can expect to spend 6-8 hours per month performing chamber duties such as:
- Understand the mission, values, programs and service of the Chamber
- Attend Membership and Ambassador Committee monthly meetings
- Raising awareness of Chamber activities and benefits to involve new members to promote strong continuing membership
- Attending and volunteering at mixers and signature events
- Calling and connecting with new and renewing members to share the benefits of the Chambers programs and services
- Serving as a mentor for new Chamber members / Ambassadors
- Participate in the Annual Membership Blitz to recruit new members
- Refer potential ambassadors and members to the Chamber
- Accept additional Ambassador assignments as requested
- Adhere to SHCC Ambassador Code of Ethics & Policies
- Stay current in SHCC information via www.sachcc.org
Benefits of Being
An Ambassador
- Increased name and face recognition for individual/business
- Increased networking opportunities including:
- Connecting one-on-one with new and existing Chamber members
- Gaining referral opportunities through other Ambassadors
- Presenting a business introduction at an Ambassador meeting
- Potential media coverage from attendance at Chamber events
- Opportunity to get insider’s perspective of the local business community
- Opportunity to meet local business and community leaders
- Opportunity to help the community/show community pride
- Recognition via “Ambassador of the Year” and “Ambassador Spotlights.”
- New business contacts for your business
- Increased knowledge of SHCC member benefits and services
- Photo on SHCC website
Program Benefits
for the Membership
- Increased access to points of contact who can provide assistance and answer questions
- More frequent Chamber communication
- Potential for increased referrals
- Members will feel more connected to the Chamber
Additional Program
Benefits
- Increased visibility within the Community
- Better understanding of membership needs
- More involvement of existing Chamber Members
- Ability to manage events more effectively
Increased recruitment opportunities - Member retention