Greater Waco Chamber Ambassadors

The Greater Waco Chamber Ambassadors are a highly visible, active group of dedicated volunteers representing the Chamber in the community. Ambassadors allow us to connect with businesses, strengthen membership, and enhance members' understanding of what the Chamber has to offer. Joining this program increases recognition for you and your organization in the business community and at Chamber events. Ambassadors generate excitement and enthusiasm through participation in ribbon cuttings, grand openings, and other Waco Chamber networking events and functions.

Becoming an Ambassador

Prerequisites

To be considered for the Ambassador program, the following prerequisites must be met:

Be an owner or employee of a Greater Waco Chamber member business in good standing.
Have the endorsement and support of their employer to participate in the program.
Be willing and able to commit to one calendar year of voluntary service.
Acknowledge and agree to meet the participation expectations of the Ambassador Program.

Responsibilities

Ambassadors serve as representatives of the Chamber in the community and their responsibilities include:

Mentor and provide ongoing membership contact to both new and existing members to help promote retention and encourage member involvement.
Welcome and assist all Greater Waco Chamber members and prospective members at meetings and/or events.
Help increase membership by gathering new membership leads throughout the year and inform them of the benefits of becoming a Greater Waco Chamber member.
Participate in and will be required to check-in at all ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings and any event where they are present as a Chamber Ambassador.
Possess a strong desire for community involvement and take the initiative and be motivated to meet new members at Chamber events and at business site visits.

Benefits

The opportunities available to Chamber Ambassadors make volunteering mutually beneficial! Benefits enjoyed by active Ambassadors include:

Increased recognition as a community leader, for Ambassadors and their company in the business community and at Chamber events
Eligibility for Outstanding Ambassador awards
Name badge with Chamber Ambassador logo
Increased exposure to the Chamber and its initiatives
Excellent networking opportunities and business leads

Expectations of Ambassadors

As representatives of the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce, Ambassadors are expected to uphold the mission of the program by representing the Chamber with professionalism, respect, and integrity at all times.

Ambassadors are expected to:

Represent the Chamber and the Ambassador Program in a courteous, respectful, and professional manner in all interactions.
Maintain a general knowledge of the Chamber’s mission, programs, initiatives, and impact.
Wear their Ambassador name badge at ribbon cuttings and Chamber events.
Serve as welcoming representatives of the Greater Waco Chamber at ribbon cuttings, meetings, and events.
Communicate the value, purpose, and services of the Greater Waco Chamber and encourage member engagement and participation.
Support Chamber member retention efforts when possible.
Attend a minimum of two ribbon cuttings per month.
Attend a minimum of two Ambassador meetings per calendar year.
Volunteer a minimum of two hours per month in support of Chamber programs, events, or initiatives.
Actively engage in the program as a volunteer initiative, understanding that participation may be reviewed if expectations are not met.