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Highland County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cuttings

Do you have something exciting to share with the public such as a brand-new business, new location, big remodel, or new management?  When you want to draw positive attention, a ribbon cutting ceremony makes a big impression without having to spend a huge amount of money.  The Highland County Chamber of Commerce is available to assist with your ceremony if your business has:

• Opened its doors within the past six months
• Moved to a new location
• Has been remodeled or has expanded its current location
• Reopened under new management

By hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony, you can:

• Introduce both the public and Chamber Members to your business and services
• Build your customer base - generate leads and sales from attendees
• Thank your contractors, lenders, and other support businesses
• Show future customers “behind-the-scenes” areas of your business
• Provide details to local press and politicians for additional exposure
• Announce your ribbon cutting beforehand on the Chamber’s Community Events & Calendar website (Over 2,600 pageviews in 2022 at highlandcounty.org/community-events-calendar)
• Advertise your ribbon cutting using the Chamber’s popular
       Facebook page (Over 15,000 followers at facebook.com/HighlandCounty) and
       Instagram page (Over 1,700 followers at instagram.com/highland_county_va)

The ribbon cutting ceremony is your event!  However, the Chamber will gladly do the following:

• Bring the “big scissors,” ribbon, and signage
• Post details before and after on the Chamber’s website event page and social media channels
• Notify local press and politicians to encourage attendance
• Provide Chamber staff and/or Board Members to give congratulatory remarks
• Provide a list of Chamber Member caterers or other services you may need (upon request)

We recommend that you do the following for a successful event:

• Schedule your event using our Ribbon Cutting Reservation Form at least three weeks in advance. We highly suggest you try for a Thursday no earlier than 9 am for maximum exposure.  We’re sorry, but the Chamber cannot assist with ribbon cuttings after 5 pm or on weekends and holidays in most cases. Also, please take a moment to cross-check your preferred date and time with the Chamber’s online calendar at highlandcounty.org/community-events-calendar.
• Conduct your own PR campaign to increase the awareness and attendance of your ribbon cutting ceremony. You should consider inviting your business partners, financers, contractors, employees, customers, friends, and family to be with you to celebrate this momentous occasion.   Please understand that you should not rely solely on the Highland County Chamber of Commerce to attract your audience.
• Consider having giveaways or coupons, especially with logos, that guests can take back to their offices
• Have plenty of print materials like business cards or brochures available to distribute
• Food and beverage are not required, but it does add a nice touch.  The Chamber is happy to provide you with Members who can help you with catering and other services.

What if I don’t have a storefront, or I run my business out of my home?

That’s perfectly fine!  We can hold your ribbon cutting outside the Chamber office at The Highland Center in Monterey or at another suitable location of your choosing.

* Ribbon cutting ceremonies must be scheduled at least three weeks in advance
and are open to current and prospective Chamber Members *

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