| Vounteer Tri City Chamber of Commerce - Kenniwick, WA "Thank you for what you brought to this event. I've been a member Thanks brother The Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce - Darlington, SC “This was the shot in the arm our chamber needed! No one thought Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce - Hot Springs, AR "The Membership Event far exceeded my expectations….not only
did What a great way to bring volunteers and staff together and have YCC truly met our expectations! Our Event was a success on all Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce - Hot Springs, AR "I believe in the Chamber of Commerce. I think it is vital to business
and to the community. My take on the event (in no particular order): Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce - Hot Springs, AR "Jimmy, They told me you were different, they told me you would push
the comfort level and they told me .... you wore bright suits, BUT what
they didn't tell me is what I noticed behind the scenes. Your passion
and knowledge of what a Chamber of Commerce does for it's members and
its community was obvious. Sure this event helped our chamber add over
220 new members, but I was more impressed in the fact that you visited
with us about how to retain and help each to be more involved as new Chamber
members. Fort Smith Chamber of Commerce - Fort Smith, AR "How's Mr. Jimmy? If I can help you 2 anywhere in the USA just do me
the honor of calling and asking me. Proud to be your new Fort Smith Godfather!
In 2 years we'll shoot for 300. I'll work it early for scores of early
pre-sponsorships. I hope that you and those you care about have nothing
but good things happen to you in the days ahead...Our CEO, Tom Manskey
is lucky so have had you as his friend for so long." Hot Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau - Hot Springs, AR "The thing that most impressed me with the membership event that
you conducted in Hot Springs was that is just wasn't about signing
up new members. The new members were great, all 222 of them, but
the bigger gain for our Chamber was the involvement of all of
those team members, many who were really involved with their
Chamber for the first time. They are now fully engaged in no small
part to the excellent work of Chamber Connect!"
Conway Area Chamber of Commerce - Conway, AR "What an amazing event. I was pumped we got 388 new members but
that's not even the best part. We got people involved in the Chamber that
have never been involved before. They got to see what we really do here
and how passionate we are about our city and community. It has now been
almost 6 months since the event and people are still talking about it!
" Bee County Chamber of Commerce - Beeville, TX "After our Membership Event in July, the Chamber Board was so enthused about the direction of our organization, they asked for more. In August, we hired YCC to do a 'Reality Check' for the Board of Directors. -Pam Stuart "Our event, in July, was absolutely outstanding. The 43% increase in membership and the money that we made in dues collections was a bonus. What was most valuable was the education received by our Chamber members and board members. Jimmy does an unbelievable job of educating the community as to the true purpose of any Chamber of Commerce. He shares 'best practices' with event participants in a fun, competitive format that is simple for people to understand. -Pam Stuart Boerne Chamber of Commerce - Boerne, TX "We were so pleased with the professional team from YCC who conducted our Membership Event in July. I had been trying to get our Board to commit to this for a long time, and with a little reluctance to the unknown, they agreed. What believers they are now! They were absolutely blown away at the excitement and fun everyone had and the huge success that it was! With 260 new members at the Event and 40 more in a couple of weeks after the event still coming in, we surpassed our goal and are still reeling from the wonderful response we’ve had from old and new members alike. I would, without hesitation, recommend the Your Chamber Connection team to anyone who wants to grow your Chamber while educating your current members. What a wonderful, fun experience. I’ll do my best to hold off these crazy people who want to do another Event right away!" -Paula White Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce - Carlsbad, NM "What a couple of days we had here in Carlsbad!! People are going to be talking about that 'Jimmy fella from New York' for month's to come!! As you know, I was thrilled to add 178 new members in a little less than 2 days, but that wasn't the real benefit. Your Chamber Connection helped bring a sense of camaraderie and espirit de corps about in our chamber (and our community), never seen before, and I suspect something that we'll never see again (at least not until you come back in a couple of years). I was somewhat of a skeptic, but am now a true believer! I cannot think of a single event that we have ever done that has been as successful as our recent Membership Event with Your Chamber Connection. Please feel free to share this email with any other 'skeptics', or simply have them call me (505) 887-6516. Best Regards." -Rob Bauman Joliet Chamber of Commerce - Joliet, IL "Thanks for getting us all motivated at the Joliet Regional Chamber Event! I have to admit that I was skeptical, but proven wrong. Your organization and certain motivational approach really does work and we thank you. As you know, this was my first membership event and still being a
relative newcomer to Joliet (2.5 years), was not quite comfortable in the
Chair role. However, I 'get it' now and especially understand the
importance of cheating so will be prepared in the future. I'll do my
best to make my behind-the-scenes style fit next time."
Gresham Chamber of Commerce - Gresham, OR "Just wanted to drop a note to tell you how much I appreciate your
energy and enthusiasm! Here in Gresham , Oregon , we have a great bunch
of folks but we still get stuck doing the same thing year after year. I
am excited about participating in a membership drive where fun and
silliness gets the job done faster and better than ever before. Searcy Chamber of Commerce - Searcy, Arkansas "Lorraine, IT WAS OUTSTANDING! What a great chamber membership
drive we had under the leadership of you and Jimmy. Not only did we make
history for the chamber, our community is going to be the one that
benefits. I just want to take time to thank Your Chamber Connection and
the great job you did to make it a fun time with excellent planning. You
made a believer out of me! We look forward to seeing you again!" Warner Robins Chamber of Commerce - Warner Robins, GA "Wow! What a great event you facilitated for the Warner Robin Chamber of Commerce - over 200 new members in 72 hours. I didn't think it was possible, but it happened. (Jimmy) Your style and technique are extraordinary, unique and highly effective. The atmosphere you created was unbelievable. The most impressive aspect of the whole event was the motivation and excitement our team members left with after their shift was over. They continued to hunt for new members. The two things that really impressed me about your (YCC) program was the competitiveness that was created (driving us to get more members), and the absence of vulgarity, which created a wholesome, family friendly atmosphere. Your program is truly one of a kind and as a side benefit , it is a wonderful community builder. Please fee free to use me as a reference any time. I am sold on what you have to offer. With gratitude," - Terry Horton
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