Ambassador Program

An Ambassador is an official representative of the Chamber of Commerce, a front-line volunteer. Who can serve as an Ambassador? Any current Chamber member in good standing may apply to serve as an Ambassador. When does the Ambassador Committee meet? The Ambassador Committee meets the second Tuesday of the month at 12:00pm. Location will vary. Ambassadors will also attend ribbon cutting events, networking breakfasts, mixers and other Chamber functions throughout the year. Where are these events located? Event locations will vary, as most functions are held on-site at Chamber member places of business. Why serve as an Ambassador? Serving as an Ambassador allows you to become more involved in your community. With increased networking opportunity, enhanced visibility of your business, numerous opportunities to market and promote your products and services.  You will also be one of the first to know what is going on in the area.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Ambassador include participation in a variety of programs, projects and activities, including:

  • Promotion of the value of Chamber membership within the community.
  • Attendance at Chamber functions including ribbon cuttings, networking breakfasts, luncheons, mixers and annual events.
  • Support at Chamber functions as an official greeter, good-bye host or crowd host.
  • Assistance in the promotion of the Chamber activities and events to the community.
  • Contacting membership to inform and invite to upcoming chamber events.
  • Serving as a source of information on Chamber products, programs, services and events. 
These responsibilities shall be carried out by:
  • Staying informed of Chamber policies, procedures, events and services
  • Establishing a personal relationship with assigned members through ongoing phone calls, written messages and personal contact
  • Conducting goodwill calls and alerting Chamber staff of new businesses in the area.
  • Serving as a liaison between Chamber, its members and the business community.
 

Events & Meetings

There are a variety of networking, fundraising and general Chamber of Commerce events that Ambassadors are required to attend throughout the year: Ambassador Committee meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month at 12:00pm at varying locations that will be announced. Attendance of committee meeting is required of all Ambassadors. Ribbon Cuttings are held Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursdays at 8 or 8:30am or 4 or 4:30pm Networking Events throughout the year Ambassadors will be responsible for supporting Chamber staff by serving as a greeter, goodbye host or crowd host at the event. A signup sheet will be rotated via email and/or at monthly meetings. Eligibility & membership All Ambassadors shall be current members of the Sunnyvale Chamber of Commerce in good standing Term of Service shall be (1) year. Upon completion, a new Ambassador Commitment form must be submitted. Recognition Serving as an Ambassador provides you with a greater level of visibility and promotion than standard Chamber memberships. As an Ambassador of the Chamber you will receive recognition throughout the year in a variety of different ways. Listing on the Ambassador page of the Chamber’s website. Introduction in the Chamber’s newsletter “The Scoop”. Introduction and recognition at Chamber events that you volunteer.

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