[OMS_MANAGERS] FW: Timely Opportunity for OR Communities to Boost Pro-Local Business Initiatives

Fri Mar 20 15:56:55 PDT 2015

FYI – rec’d this info so thought I would forward to the listserve

From: jsrockne at gmail.com [mailto:jsrockne at gmail.com] On Behalf Of Jennifer Rockne
Sent: Friday, March 20, 2015 8:36 AM
To: sheri.stuart at state.or.us
Subject: Timely Opportunity for OR Communities to Boost Pro-Local Business Initiatives

Hi, Sheri

I thought you may appreciate knowing about this opportunity -- I invite you to forward it to anyone you think may be interested.  We are happy to answer any questions!

Light a Spark in Your Community This Spring!

Are you seeking to launch or build the impact of a "buy local" campaign or initiatives to help local independent businesses thrive?

We are excited to announce a great opportunity for communities in Oregon to host AMIBA presentations and workshops at a greatly reduced cost during the week of April 16-22. Thanks to generous underwriting from American Express OPEN and a planned event, we're able to offer these workshops at about half the normal cost.

These workshops play a key role in building the most effective "buy local" campaigns, Independent Business Alliances and pro-local policy initiatives in more than 95 communities<http://www.amiba.net/presentations_trainings/clients>. You can review presentation and workshop topics here<http://www.amiba.net/presentations_trainings/topics> or see an outline of our most popular offering<http://www.amiba.net/presentations_trainings/presentations-outline>.
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Click image for larger graph and background information

The just-published 2015 Survey of Independent Businesses demonstrates just how much well-run “buy local” initiatives can boost sales can be (see graph/link).

Our trainings provide inspiration and direct organizing help for both new and well-established groups to deliver results like those shown. One workshop can save you months of time and energy, as well as yielding a net increase in your funding. AMIBA's most-requested speaker, co-founder Jeff Milchen<http://www.amiba.net/about/people/#milchen>, will be leading these workshops.

AMIBA also provides several other trainings and services<http://www.amiba.net/presentations_trainings/topics> to help your local businesses and neighborhoods prosper, including:
▪ Consumer surveys and analysis;
▪ In-depth board trainings to enhance the cohesiveness, accountability and effectiveness of your directors;
▪ Site and business assessments to help your businesses and commercial districts make a better impression;

Normal event costs are $3000+ travel expenses for one-day trainings, with additional days at reduced rates. Additional days often are used to get a neutral assessment and recommended improvements for local business performance and local infrastructure (ask for an example).

Opportunities to Dramatically Reduce Costs
1. Since travel days often comprise a large part of the event cost, you'll save $1000 or more by scheduling events on planned tours in your region (hence, this announcement!). Contact us<http://www.amiba.net/about/contact> with specific dates for a precise quote.
2. Underwriting from American Express OPEN will lower costs by at least $600 for any host community agreeing to simply note the sponsorship and AmEx OPEN logo on their event publicity (limited reserve of funding is dispensed on a first-come, first-served basis).
3. AMIBA affiliates<http://www.amiba.net/join-amiba/benefits_fees> receive an additional $500 discount for all local events (this immediately pays for more than 50% of affiliation cost).

City governments and local economic development agencies are excellent candidates to sponsor both the workshop and a community assessment. We also can provide direct assistance in setting up databases and other infrastructure, as well as training on membership sales to staff and volunteers.

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AMIBA speakers also offer engaging keynotes and breakouts for conferences. See the long list of satisfied clients<http://www.amiba.net/presentations_trainings/clients>. Requirements for using underwriting from American Express OPEN are posted here<http://www.amiba.net/presentations_trainings/logistics#underwriting>.

Please contact us news at AMIBA.net<mailto:news at AMIBA.net> or 406-582-1255 if you'd like a quote for a specific date or have questions. We also are ready to help anytime with your pro-local initiatives, regardless of your readiness for an event!

Best regards,
Jennifer
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Jennifer Rockne, Co-director

American Independent Business Alliance

222 S Black Ave

Bozeman, MT  59715
406-582-1255 / Jennifer at AMIBA.net<mailto:Jennifer at AMIBA.net>

See our latest newsletter<http://www.amiba.net/news/september-2012>
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Click<http://www.amiba.net/buy_local_materials> to see decals & other "Buy Local" materials

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