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Committees
Members
who serve on Black Chamber committees view it as an investment. They attest
it is a rewarding experience and a sure way of becoming visible in the
community.
Annual
Awards Ball / Events
Plan and execute events surrounding and including the annual awards ball.
Business
& Economic Development
Develops and implements and strategies which enhance economic opportunities
that are available to members.
Constitution
& Bylaws
Initiates amendments or alternations to the organization structure by
making recommendations to the Board of Director and/or the Membership.
Finance
Guides and makes recommendations on matters such as budgets, programs
to be funded, and contribution to other organizations. Reviews audit findings,
submits recommendations to the Board. Has the responsibility of developing
policies and assisting in the establishment of the budget process.
Fundraising
Coordinates all activities for the purpose of raising funds for the general
operating budget of the Black Chamber.
Program
and Activities
Initiates ongoing projects to increase the visibility of the Chamber,
by working closely with the Fundraising committee, in most instances.
Public Relations
Develops and implements opportunities for publicity that will enhance
the image of the Black Chamber of Commerce locally, and the nationally
through promotion and marketing. Strategies included working to implement
the media relations plan and developing ongoing opportunities for media
coverage.
Membership
Develop and implements procedures that will increase the numbers of members.
Is responsible for ongoing membership renewal campaigns.
Tourism
and Cultural Heritage
Identifies areas and artifacts of the community for historic preservation
efforts, develops and directs cultural organizations (i.e. religious,
family, educational, etc.) to utilize the Kansas City area for reunions,
meetings and conventions, assist in the creation and implementation of
yearly tourism campaigns, events and supports efforts to direct tourism
to local members of the BCCGKC.

Member-2-Member Discount Program
The Merchant Exchange
Incentive Program is specially created for the members of the Black Chamber
of Commerce of Greater Kansas City, Inc. This program is designed to encourage
members-to-member business transactions, networking opportunities, offer
special savings, and to promote the goods/services our members provide.
All participants
from business owners, area retailers, or simply just the local shopper,
will benefit from this program. As a consumer, you’ll enjoy the
special savings offered throughout the year and as a business owner you’ll
appreciate the customer bases it will create.
This is a
win-win opportunity and is only being offered exclusively to members of
the Black Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City, Inc. The Chamber
is willing to be of any assistance to help you in selecting a special
savings offer that will best promote and encourage members to visit your
business.
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An
Evening in the Spotlight: Membership Mixer
The Black Chamber highlights quality speakers of timely subject matter
to the membership and business professionals of the surrounding metropolitan
area.
Next Spotlight: Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Seminars
& Workshops
Business Writing & Presentation Skills, Critical Thinking, Customer
Services, Finance & Accounting, Human Resource & Training, IT
Technical Professionals, Leadership, Marketing, Project Management, Purchasing
& Supply Management, Sales, Strategic Planning, Small Business Solutions,
Financial, and Health
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