CLOSED FB GROUP FOR CHAMBER MEMBERS
Now, get even more connected with your fellow Chamber members:
Share good ideas and advice
Share road blocks you've encountered
Canvas fellow business members
Offer member-to-member discounts and services
The Bartow Chamber is excited to now provide you, our members, with the opportunity to connect with your fellow Chamber members in a digital format through our closed Bartow Chamber Member Connection Facebook Group.
This group is open exclusively to MEMBERS of the Bartow Chamber of Commerce and is a space to share information and connect. We know we have a diverse group of professionals and organizations and we want you to get to know one another!
To join the group click here and answer the three simple questions. We look forward to connecting soon!
BUSINESS OF THE MONTH
Interested in becoming a BUSINESS OF THE MONTH? Call Kathryn, 863-533-7125, or email her here.
Business of Month
Over $1,500 in advertising for $350!
 The featured Business of the Month for the Greater Bartow Chamber of Commerce is a promotional opportunity available to all Chamber members. This program provides additional marketing and exposure for your organization through a variety of channels. Those channels include:
CAPITAL CITY MAGAZINE 1/3 PAGE AD - $540 VALUE
Your business will receive a free third page ad in the Chamber’s quarterly publication, CAPITAL CITY QUARTERLY, featuring you as business of the month. CAPITAL CITY QUARTERLY has a readership of 40,000 with circulation to homes and businesses throughout Southwest Polk County.
SOCIAL MEDIA - $250 VALUE
Your business will receive weekly shout-outs via the Chamber’s various media sites, the Greater Bartow Chamber Facebook page and Capital City Today Facebook page, with an audience of more than 1,100. You will also receive a targeted, boosted post to reach up to 5,000 viewers.
CHAMBER WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - $500 VALUE
Your business will be the featured business of the month in our Chamber Weekly Newsletter distributed to more than 1,000 emails weekly.
RADIO - $250 VALUE
You will receive periodic shout-outs throughout the month as the Chamber’s featured business on WBF FM 102.9 & AM 1130. Provide a short, one sentence description to help listeners learn more about your business.
STORE DISPLAY
The Chamber will provide you with its Business of the Month store display to keep in your lobby or office to designate you as the Chamber’s Business of the Month.
CHAMBER QUARTERLY HAS 40K READERSHIP
 Reserve your space now in the Winter Chamber Quarterly Magazine and hand your business card out to more than 40,000 readers for only $85 per issue. Call Kathryn at 863-533-7125 for more information; or email her at kathryn@bartowchamber.com
JOIN ENGAGE & GET A COOL CUP!
SUPPORT OUR NEWSLETTER SPONSORS!
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ENGAGE SERVES CLASS III
Applications are now available for ENGAGE Serves Class III. This Board Service Training program will provide you the tools to be an effective Board Member. You will have the opportunity to learn board service fundamentals from some of Bartow's most respected leaders. You don't want to miss out, there are limited spots available! FREE for Bartow Chamber members. #engageserves #bartowgivesback
Apply today!
NEW MEMBERS
Financial Planning
Edward Jones - Jack Smith
Jack Smith
2020 US 92 W
Auburndale, FL 33823
863-967-7375
www.edwardjones.com/jack-smith
Assisted Living & Retirement Communities
Hawthorne Inn of Lakeland
Venus Williamson
6150 Lakeland Highlands Road
Lakeland, FL 33813
863-644-6414
www.hawthorneinnoflakeland.com
Sports & Entertainment
Lakeland Magic
Shelly Wilkes
701 W Lime Street
Lakeland, FL 33815
863-825-3258
www.lakelandmagic.com
Cosmetics & Skin Care
Rafa Natural
Kim Hancock
175 South Central Avenue
Bartow, FL 33830
863-712-7620
www.rafanatural.com
Dance Studios
Wendy's Dance Company
Wendy Attix
780 West Main Street
Bartow, FL 33830
863-535-6101
www.wendysdancecompany.com
Liquor Stores
Town Liquor II
Dipen Patel
1214 N Broadway Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
863-800-3956
Copiers
Xtech imaging
Steve Oliver
1730 Sunrise Drive
Bartow, FL 33830
863-210-3655
www.xtechimaging.com
Painters - Commercial/Residential
Bright On Time Power and Pressure Washing
David Henson
5055 Oakwood Trl
Mulberry, FL 33860
813-540-5370
www.brightontime.net
MEMBERSHIP MILESTONES
55 Years
BB&T Bank
King Real Estate Services
50 Years
Ledger Media Group
45 Years
Thunder Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
25 Years
Bartow Elementary Academy
15 Years
Geraldine Watson
10 Years
Commuter Services of Southwest Florida
Kelley Buick GMC
Affordable Appliance, LLC
5 Years
Sackett Ranch
OUC - The Reliable One
Harmony Haven Event Venue
Hamic Previte & Sturwold, PA
COMING EVENTS
(All meetings are in the Chamber Boardroom unless otherwise noted.)
Tuesday, December 18, 2018, 3:45 p.m.
EXEC COMMITTEE & BOARD MEETING
Friday, December 20, 6:00 p.m.
BARTOW'S LIGHT UP CHRISTMAS PARADE
Parade Route: From Mosaic Park to First Avenue
Monday, December 24-Tuesday, January 1
CHAMBER CLOSED
Thursday, January 10, 2019
LEADERSHIP BARTOW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DAY
Tuesday, January 15, 2019
ENGAGE SERVES Sign up today!
Friday, January 18, 2019, 6:00 p.m.
FRIDAY FEST
Saturday, January 19; Sunday, January 20
BHS BAND PRISM CONCERT
Bartow Civic Center
Monday, January 21, 2018, Noon
MLK / George GAUSE PARADE
Begins at Floral Avenue & Main Street
Ends at Carver Recreation Center
January 25-26, 2019
ALAFIA RIVER RENDEZVOUS VISITORS DAYS
Homeland
January 26, 2019, 6:00 p.m.
BARTOW CHAMBER ANNUAL EVENT: Mardi Gras!
Bartow Civic Center
WANT US TO TEXT YOU ABOUT EVENTS?
Free TEXT ME!
Chamber Members:
We are offering a new feature of your membership, absolutely free to you! If you would like to get a text message about upcoming events, call or email Kathryn Bevilacqua-Ely today! kathryn@bartowchamber.com or 863-533-7125.
HELLO BARTOW! MEMBERS PARTICIPATE FOR FREE
ROI ALERT TO ALL MEMBERS!
We've established a new perk to your membership. Now, as a member of the Greater Bartow Chamber of Commerce, you may include a promotional item for your business in the HELLO BARTOW! welcome baskets for new residents. PARTICIPATION IS FREE OF CHARGE! If you are interested, contact the Chamber, (863) 533-7125.
BOSWELL & DUNLAP FUN THURSDAY
Thanks to our wonderful host, Boswell & Dunlap, LLP, the December Fun Thursday was once again, THE place to be!
MEMBER MICRONEWS
Bartow High School Band Annual Prism Concert
Tickets on Sale Now; Sponsors Needed
Tickets are now on sale for the annual Bartow High School Band Prism Concerts which are performances that are fast moving and highlight every aspect of the band program. The Jazz Band, Wind Symphony, Concert Band, Percussion Ensembles, Dancers, Drum Line, and special soloists will perform as spectators enjoy a special meal or desserts.
Tickets may be purchased at the Bartow Chamber of Commerce or online at https://www.yellowjacketsband.com/prism-concert.html.
Bartow Civic Center
Friday, January 18th @ 6:30 pm Italian Dinner Show
Saturday, January 19th @ 2:00 pm Dessert Matinee
Saturday, January 19th @ 6:30 pm BBQ Chicken Dinner Show
The band is collecting themed baskets and items or service certificates to sell at silent auctions during these dinners.
They are also seeking corporate and individual sponsors to offset the costs of the event.
The band has participated in the National Cherry Blossom Festival, performed in the Apple Blossom festival, the Atlanta Peach Bowl, the New York City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, and the National Veterans Day Parade. The band was nominated by the Florida Department of Education and the Governor to represent Florida in the National Memorial Day Parade. |
