Job Openings in #ChamberWorld - Special Report - Week of May 29th; Communications & Marketing Coordinator Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, Inc - Madison, WI; Membership Sales Representative: Greater Kokomo Chamber of Commerce; Operations Coordinator Arlington Chamber of Commerce5 reviews - Arlington, VA; Member Services Coordinator Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce - Tysons, VA;

Job Openings in #ChamberWorld - Special Report - Week of May 29th

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Communications & Marketing Coordinator

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, Inc - Madison, WI

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) is the state chamber of commerce, the state manufacturers’ association and the state safety council. Founded in 1911, WMC is Wisconsin’s leading business association dedicated to making Wisconsin the most competitive state in the nation. We work tirelessly to advance policies that are in the public interest of our state and nation. Currently, the association has nearly 3,800 members that include both large and small manufacturers, service companies, local chambers of commerce and specialized trade associations.

Within Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce are several affiliated organizations:

The WMC Foundation

The WMC Foundation is a non-profit, public educational foundation that sponsors and conducts programs to enhance public education and update the skills of the current workforce. The Foundation’s purpose is to foster a greater understanding of the free enterprise system and issues facing business and industry. The two cornerstones of the Foundation are Business World® and the Wisconsin Safety Council.

WMC Issues Mobilization Council, Inc.

WMC Issues Mobilization Council, Inc. (WMC IMC) is Wisconsin’s premier business issue advocacy organization. WMC IMC is the only issue advocacy group in the state affiliated with the state chamber of commerce and able to drive policy victories at the Capitol.

The WMC Service Corporation

The WMC Service Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of WMC. Through the WMC Service Corporation, members have access to unique products and services specific to a business association, including group insurance products and business databases and directories.

Position Description:

This person is responsible for developing and implementing a plan for internal and external marketing via email communications, direct mail, paid advertising and other promotion. This position reports directly to the Director of Communications and Marketing.

Primary Purpose:

The primary purpose of this position is to raise awareness about the organization, its mission and events at the direction of the Director of Communications and Marketing. The Communications & Marketing Coordinator will produce content and a publication calendar for communications to members and non-members via Constant Contact and WebLink for news, upcoming events, upcoming trainings and other information, as necessary.This position will also oversee the production of event promotions in the form of printed and digital materials. The Communications & Marketing Coordinator will create a targeted advertising strategy, develop content and purchase paid advertisements. Additionally the Communications & Marketing Coordinator will manage the marketing database to ensure proper targeting for all campaigns.

Essential Duties:

• Create and manage an email marketing schedule for all WMC departments to ensure on-time delivery of notifications to members and non-members for news, events and other information
• Manage WMC database for marketing purposes to ensure all campaigns are targeted to the appropriate audience
• Manage the development and production of event marketing materials in both print and digital format
• Manage the development of general marketing campaigns for WMC entities including membership and other lines of business
• Work with other WMC departments to create a paid marketing campaign when necessary, including management of ad creative and placement
• Work with other WMC staff to place paid advertisements via social media platforms
• Assist in the planning and management of event logistics (staging, signage, etc.)
• Perform other projects as assigned.

Skills and Specifications:

• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, Constant Contact and WordPress required.
• Ability to operate under solid pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook skills.
• Effective project management skills.
• Sound understanding of marketing principles.
• Effective understanding of latest technologies and should identify how to apply them in marketing.
• Excellent copywriting skills and should be able to rework technical content for a wider audience.
• Good team player and should meet or exceed team goals.
• Plan decisions and practice good judgment.
• Build excellent working relationship to attain goals.
• Work collaboratively and efficaciously as a team member.
• Be self-motivated, confident, energetic, and creative.
• Effectively communicate and make best use of interpersonal skills.
• Should be able to deliver creative and innovative thoughts.
• Communicate excellently in verbal and in writing with all kinds of people.

Education and Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in business, marketing and/or communications from an accredited institution.
• At least 3+ years experience in marketing or communications in addition to education

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• marketing: 3 years

Education:

• Bachelor's

Membership Sales Representative:
Greater Kokomo Chamber of Commerce

Job Description

The Greater Kokomo Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, membership-driven organization comprised of over 600 business enterprises, civic organizations, education institutions and individuals. It is a partner of the Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance whose vision is to foster economic prosperity for Kokomo and Howard County through new investment, population growth, and the continued success of our area’s current businesses and residents.

Job Title: Membership Sales Representative

Division: Membership

Reports To: Greater Kokomo Chamber Manager

Wage: Base plus commission

Position Responsibilities:

·         Contact, acquire and sell new Chamber memberships

·         Schedule appointments and personal visits with prospects

·         Achieve budgeted revenue goals

·         Comfortable with outside sales duties and responsibilities

·         Actively seeks new businesses and follows up appropriately

·         Maintains knowledge of goals, objectives and services provided by the organization

·         Remains informed of member benefits, Chamber events, etc.

·         Actively support and participate in Chamber events and programs

·         Works to upgrade current and new members to higher levels of membership

·         Works renewal accounts and targeted major accounts as assigned

·         Assists Chamber members in taking full advantage of their membership

·         Encourages participation and retention in the Chamber

·         Attends regular staff meetings

·         Other duties as assigned by the Greater Kokomo Chamber Manager

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·         Strong organization, time management and multi-tasking skills, with attention to detail

·         Excellence in relationship building and relationship sales

·         Self-starter with a professional appearance

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office programs

·         Must have/maintain a dependable vehicle with proof of license and insurance                                                 

·         Ability to prospect/cold-call new businesses and to upgrade and sell major accounts under a flexible schedule

·         Strong people, verbal and written communications skills

·         Uses creative thinking to offer new ideas, concepts, solutions, etc.

·         Capable of maintaining sensitive/confidential information

·         Must be a team player that works well in an adapting environment

·         Must have the ability to foster the values of member relations

Contact:

Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance
Kimberly Pinkerton, Chamber Manager
700 E Firmin St., Suite 103
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 457-5301
(765) 452-4564
kpinkerton@greaterkokomo.com
http://www.greaterkokomo.com




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Operations Coordinator

Arlington Chamber of Commerce Arlington, VA

Organization Overview: The Arlington Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven, nonprofit, business advocacy organization located in Arlington, Virginia. We promote and facilitate the success of our membership of roughly 700 businesses. The mission of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce is to strengthen businesses and the economic environment for those who work, live and do business in Arlington. The vision of the Arlington Chamber of Commerceis to be the essential partner for business success.

We have a small office with 6 full time staff members, and a professional, but friendly atmosphere. Work is often hectic, never dull. Each member of staff is essential to attaining our mission. Additional information is available on our website: www.arlingtonchamber.org.

Position Overview: The Operations Coordinator is responsible for ensuring a strong infrastructure for the Chamber for the benefit of the membership, staff, and the general public. While this person is our office manager, the position is much more than just that. He/she has a vital role in membership, events and accounting. In addition, he/she manages the Chamber Travel Program, Northern Virginia Restaurant Week, the Networking Passport Program and the Virginia Drug Card Program. He/she is a resource to hundreds of business people as well as staff; and is a very important part of the team in assisting the organization to meet its goals.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Operations

• Serve as the initial point of contact for members and the general public contacting the Chamber in person, by phone, or by email
• Serve as the general database manager which includes maintaining event web pages and updating member contact information as well as staying up to speed on database updates and training staff on the database as well as any new feature rollouts.
• Responsible for all event registration including by phone, online through the Chamber’s website, and onsite at events.
• Create and send all event, program and sponsorship invoices. Manage A/R tracking and follow up, facilitating this oversight with each department.
• Partner with Director of Membership on billing processes including sending membership reminder invoices, thank you letters to renewed members, and new member packets and plaques.
• Manage office supply inventory and orders.
• Serve as primary point of contact with Chamber vendors (i.e. IT, landlord, credit card processing, copier, etc.)
• Periodically bid out major office contracts for cost savings.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to Chamber operations.
• Check and distribute mail daily.
• Maintain weekly check and cash log of incoming payments.
• Coordinate with outsourced accountant to ensure accuracy and consistency of invoicing and payments.
• Handle Chamber correspondence for various committees including monthly meeting reminder notices.
• Compile packets for Board of Directors and Executive Committee meetings.

Project Management

• Serve as the Arlington Program Manager for Northern Virginia Restaurant Week.
• Recruit restaurant participants.
• Interface with partner Chambers.
• Direct marketing and promotion of program.
• Manage relationships and program fulfillment with registered restaurants.
• Manage Chamber Travel Program
• Together with the Communications Manager, develop and execute marketing plan.
• Recruit travelers.
• Serve as primary point of contact for travelers and travel agency.

Position Requirements:

To excel in this role, a candidate must arrive enthusiastic and eager to learn and take on responsibilities. He/she will have keen attention to detail and a professional demeanor as well as excellent oral and written communications skills. He/she will be a self-starter who will be able to simultaneously execute and complete multiple projects with competing deadlines. The successful candidate will flourish in a fast-paced and challenging but enjoyable environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience working in a database required. Experience working with financial transactions preferred.

Please submit resume with cover letter with salary history and/or salary expectations (your preference). Due to volume, all responses may not be acknowledged. No phone calls, please.

Job Type: Full-time

Required work authorization:

• United States

Contact: Arlington Chamber

Member Services Coordinator

Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce - Tysons, VA

Hours/Schedule:

• 30 hours per week
• Paid hourly rate of $15-20 per hour
• Must be able to attend occasional morning or afternoon/evening events

Job Description:
The Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce is one of the most robust Chambers of Commerce in Northern Virginia. We are seeking an outgoing, highly-organized, detail-oriented member services coordinator to help serve our members.

This role will be responsible for the daily operations of the chamber, assisting with special events, communicating with the Board of Directors and Executive Director/President, engaging members in response and through proactive outbound communications.

As the sole administrative support for this organization, the ideal candidate will have great attention to detail and excel in project management. They will be a team-player but will take initiative, responding to a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Office/Administrative:

• Provide administrative and on-site support for programs and events
• Prepare meeting spaces and coordinate catering needs and space set-up
• Coordinate meeting schedule for committee members, assemble meeting packets, etc.

Membership:

• Answers and efficiently responds to all incoming phone calls and emails related to information about services and the community-at-large
• Assist the membership and ambassador committee by providing information about retention, renewal, and delinquencies
• Engage current and prospective members through outbound communications using email, phone, and social media
• Greet all visitors and members to the office, maintaining appropriate office hours

Marketing:

• Increase following on social media and networking sites, engaging members daily/weekly
• Support Board of Directors with new collateral build outs for membership and sponsorship opportunities
• Write, edit, and send all email marketing and promotion of events
• Create press releases and engage the press for publicity opportunities
• Update the website as needed with relevant dates and events

Qualifications:

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in WordPress, MS Office Suite, an email marketing platform, i.e. constant contact
• Ease with learning new software programs i.e., Chamber Master
• Graphic Design experience a plus

Attributes of a Successful Candidate

• Extraordinary organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
• Demonstrates initiative and can-do, upbeat attitude
• Follows through on commitments
• Demonstrated sense of urgency by prioritizing tasks appropriately and managing time well
• Contributes as a team player; listening and taking direction well

Additional Desirable Attributes

• Undergraduate degree in business, marketing or related field
• Advanced knowledge of digital marketing and social networking platforms

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to admin@tysonschamber.org.

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