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

[Kendall Bell]

Thanks Sheri!  Great opportunity!  
Kendall

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> On Mar 20, 2015, at 3:56 PM, STUART Sheri * OPRD <Sheri.Stuart at oregon.gov> wrote:
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> FYI – rec’d this info so thought I would forward to the listserve
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> 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
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> Hi, Sheri
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> 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!
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> 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?
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> 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.
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> 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. You can review presentation and workshop topics here or see an outline of our most popular offering.
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> Click image for larger graph and background information
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> 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).
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> 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, will be leading these workshops.
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> AMIBA also provides several other trainings and services to help your local businesses and neighborhoods prosper, including:
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> ▪ 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;
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> 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).
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> Opportunities to Dramatically Reduce Costs
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> 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 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 receive an additional $500 discount for all local events (this immediately pays for more than 50% of affiliation cost).
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> 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. Requirements for using underwriting from American Express OPEN are posted here.
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> Please contact us 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!
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> Best regards,
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> Jennifer
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> Jennifer Rockne, Co-director
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> American Independent Business Alliance
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> 222 S Black Ave
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> Bozeman, MT  59715
> 406-582-1255 / Jennifer at AMIBA.net
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