CHAMBER INFORMATION

Business Celebration Ribbon Cuttings

The Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce would be delighted to help your business celebrate a milestone with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony such as:

• Opening in the last 12 months
• Change of ownership or new management
• Change of location
• Remodel or expansion
• Anniversary celebration
• New staff or new technology showcase

A Business Celebration Ribbon Cutting is a great way to kick-off the grand opening of a business. It is the perfect opportunity to meet key leaders in the community and get acquainted with your neighbors and fellow Chamber members. The Monterey Peninsula Chamber would enjoy assisting you in planning a successful event for your business and in gaining exposure for your business.

The Monterey Peninsula Chamber conducts the ceremony, complete with ceremonial scissors, ribbon, photos, and a plaque commemorating the opening. The Board of Directors, President/CEO, Ambassadors, Staff and often public officials are all part of the ceremony. The plaque presentation and the cutting of the ribbon both provide for excellent photo opportunities. Photos will be taken and run in our following Monterey County Herald “ChamberLink” page.

Scheduling a Business Celebration Ribbon Cutting with the Chamber should take place a minimum of six weeks ahead of the event, to allow the Chamber time to invite members, Board of Directors, Ambassadors, and dignitaries from the City to join your celebration. MPCC publicizes your celebration in Chamberlink, eLink electronic newsletter, monthly event card, and through a press release. The cost for this service is only $150 for significant exposure.

Contact Georgette Cash, Programs and Events Director, at 831.648.5356 and schedule your Business Celebration!

Checklist for a Successful Celebration

Who should I invite?
- Neighbor businesses
- Existing customers and clients
- Suppliers to your trade
- Prospects
- Personal friends and family

What should I serve?
Options include:
- Prepare your own
- Hire a caterer (MPCC has many members to choose from)
- Champagne, wine, soft drinks
- Coffee and pastries (for morning celebrations)
- Light lunch (for noon time celebrations)
- Hors d’oeuvres (for after work celebrations)

How can I further promote my business to people attending?
- Drawings or door prizes
- Certificates or coupons
- Collateral materials: cards, brochures, literature

Where do I want to “stage” the official photo?
- Choose a location/props
- Who will be in the picture?
- Should we take pictures?
- Should we make a video?