Member Programs
Summit Chamber Member Programs
The Summit County Chamber is proud to offer an array of programs for Members to get involved and be a leader in the business community. Our priority is to support Summit County, CO businesses and through these programs you can network, advocate for your business and town, lead important conversations, and support fellow business owners.
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July 2021
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Frisco Chair:
We are currently looking for a Frisco Chair person. If interested in a leadership position, please reach out to:
Cheri Ryan, Executive Director
[email protected]
Exit 205 Chair:
Lori Gleason
[email protected]
Summit County boasts some of the best year-round recreation in Colorado and with it, a thriving business community.
Within close proximity of five major ski resorts, and home to six unique towns, the Summit Chamber is committed to balancing the needs and unique circumstances that each of our mountain communities face.
Under the Summit Chamber umbrella, we have created chapters within each of our communities. These chapters are committed to identifying and addressing the needs of their particular communities, while simultaneously working together to unite our organization and county. This structure enables each Chapter to support events and activities that are right for their unique community. It also gives a stronger, more focused voice within each governmental entity.
The Chamber currently supports the Breckenridge, Exit 205 (Dillon and Silverthorne), Frisco, Copper Mountain Resort, Keystone Neighbourhood Company and Summit Independent Business Alliance Chapters.
Attend a Meeting
Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 12:00p.m. to 1:00p.m. at various locations throughout Dillon and Silverthorne. Please refer to our calendar or reach out to c[email protected]
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This Chapter is now up and running, thank you to our Breck Retailers/ShopBreck. If interested in participating please reach out to [email protected].
This Chapter is not currently meeting. If interested in participating please email [email protected].
Chapter Committees
Membership and New Business
(2-3 Members)
Reach out to new businesses on behalf of the Chamber.
Volunteer Opportunities/Events
(5-6 Members)
- Volunteer Lead – Present volunteer opportunities to the chapter, organize volunteers, and execute volunteer activities. Chairperson to report to the chapter each month with updates.
- Mixer Lead – Each Chapter will be responsible for planning one to two mixers, or other business related activities, in coordination with Chamber staff, to insure that the calendar of events does not overlap, and that events can be effectively and successfully executed.
Local Business and Ribbon Cuttings
(5-6 Members)
Connect with new businesses to become chamber members, execute ribbon cuttings for members, outreach for existing businesses and provide feedback and support where needed. Chair person to report to the chapter each month with updates.
Government/Town Representatives
(1+ Members)
Connecting and reporting back to Chapter with updates of town events, government updates and local information. Town Representative to report to the chapter each month with updates.
Legislative Affairs Representative
(1 Member)
Each Chapter will supply one member to serve on the Summit Chamber Legislative Affairs Committee. This representative will serve as a liaison between the Chapter and the Legislative Affairs Committee, ensuring that proper advocacy and oversight is happening at the local level.
Leads Group
(1 Member)
Connects chapter members with tools and lead opportunities. Meets once a month and may be limited to one person from each business category. Chairperson to report to the chapter each month with updates.
Scholarship Committee
(3+ Members)
Coordinate, select, distribute and follow up with scholarship awards for Summit High School Students. Chairperson to report to the chapter each month with updates.
Chamber Diplomat Program - Join Today!
What does a Diplomat Do?
Welcome new members to the Chamber
Deliver new member Welcome Bags
Schedule new member Ribbon Cutting
Invite new member to monthly mixers
Introduce them to a new friend at the Mixer
Make the new member feel welcomed!
Be a contact for questions and contacts
Judge Applications for the Business Excellence Awards
Volunteer to work Mixers and Events
Diplomat FAQ
The Diplomat program seeks to connect new members with existing members to instantly grow both members network.
Joining the Diplomat program is a way to instantly grow your network and create close connections to new businesses entering the community. Diplomats naturally become very familiar with the Chamber mission and goals and often seek Board representation after serving as a Diplomat.
Greet. Introduce. Grow.
Greet business owners as they enter the market.
Introduce them to the Chamber and all available benefits. Invite them to join you at a Mixer for FREE.
Grow their network and yours. Every new business may be YOUR next customer.
What is the Diplomat to Members Connection?
Diplomat connections with members enable the Chamber to effectively achieve its primary goal: to be the single collective voice of the local business community and to advance the directives of its members.
The Chamber wants your feedback on a continual basis. Diplomats are key to making this happen. Diplomats become a very important link in our communications chain. They collect valuable feedback from members and provide timely reports to Chamber leadership.
Diplomats Role
Collect information on any business issues at the local and regional level
Gage your satisfaction with your membership.
Determine your communication and involvement preferences.
Assist Partners with an interest in becoming more active and getting involved; even joining them at programs and events.
Producing Business Opportunities for Chamber Members
The Summit Chamber Leads groups are focused on producing business opportunities for Chamber members by cultivating and reinforcing professional relationships in a friendly and supportive environment.
Participation is limited to one representative per industry.
Must be a Chamber member to participate. Contact [email protected] for details.
Summit Chamber Leads
The Summit Chamber Leads group meets the second Thursday of every month from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m at Red Buffalo Coffee and TeaÂ
(358 Blue River Pkwy., Silverthorne. In the shopping center with Enza’s and Blue River Vision)
Join us and the Summit Chamber will buy you a drip coffee!
Contact Lori at [email protected] for more information.
Breckenridge Leads
The Breckenridge Leads group used to meet the fourth Thursday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. This meeting is currently on hold. Please reach out to Cheri Ryan, Membership Director, for any questions or concerns. [email protected]
Summit Biz: CORE Program
Summit Biz Bootcamp powered by CO.STARTERS CORE
Applications are now open for the Summit Biz Bootcamp, a 9-week business development program that’s powered by CO.STARTERS and brought to you by the Summit Economic Partnership, Summit County’s economic resiliency group.
This is a program developed to help and support new and existing business owners and entrepreneurs with workshops, guest speakers, mentoring, coaching and educational classes. It’s an interactive program with hands-on learning and activities. So, get ready to roll up your sleeves and focus on your business.
In order to ensure that all business owners and entrepreneurs have access to this program, we’re offering a discounted rate of $50 for the ENTIRE program (the program is valued at $550+) – thanks to the generous support by the Summit Economic Partnership with marketing support from the Summit Chamber.
The program meets weekly on Wednesday evenings starting on Oct 5 (6-8 pm) and will be primarily virtual with some sessions in person in Summit County (depending on public health orders).
Summit Info
WHAT: 9-week business development and growth program
COST: $50 materials fee for the program // $500 value for the program (thanks to our generous supporters and sponsors)
DATES: Wednesdays, October 5 – December 7, 2022
TIME: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Primarily virtual sessions with some in-person sessions scheduled
For questions, please reach out to [email protected].
What am I going to get from this program?
This program will help you:
- Confidently move forward with actionable next steps.
- Adapt in a changing environment.
- Challenge core assumptions.
- Creatively problem solve.
- Find financial stability.
- Tap into a cohort of peers.
- Connect with mentors & advisors.
- Access online content, a physical workbook, and additional resources.
- Receive ongoing support through your local community
Proven Success
Participants of Summit Biz bootcamp programs in the past, benefitted from the programs:
- 100% Maintained or grew their revenues
- 100% Gained skills and confidence to adapt their business
- 53% Improved their financial skills
- 33% Improved their marketing skills and tactics
The CO.STARTERS programming has been proven to help business owners & entrepreneurs get ‘unstuck’ and accelerate their business growth
Course Details:
Session 1
Knowing Yourself
Session 2
Knowing Your Customer
Session 3
Finding the Right Solution
Session 4
Getting the Relationship Right
Session 5
Building Blocks for Success
Session 6
Structure & Systems/Focusing on the Bottom Line
Session 7
Financial Modeling
Session 8
Planning for Growth
Session 9
Celebration!
Archival Information
- Tom Mason, Complete HR Services, LLC
- Seth Konkel, EPIC Event Pros
- Leslie Walker, Green Lily Events
- Erika Donaghy. Erika Donaghy Creative Studio
- Eugenio Perez. Gate 7 Management
- Luis Aguilera , Gate 7 ManagementÂ
- Ruth Hendricks
- Jason Sacre
- Amanda Seidler
- Alicia, Spicy Heart Jewelry
- Becky Stoecklein, LLB Property Services
- Virginia (Jenny) Hammock, Minimal Impact
- Megan Norton, Crosscut Reclaimed
- Michelle Okes, Mtn Kitchen and Cabinetry
- Lauren and David Cummings, On the Roam
- Afsi Felsher, Hormone Health for Women over 40
- Angelique Lochridge, Inspired Marketing and Events, LLC
- Deirdre Cook, Tropical Threads
- Evelyn Becker, Becker’s Market
- Gwen Ballard, HillStar Management
- Jim Owen, Elevation Fitness Colorado
- Jon Harrington, Warmbutt
- Katy Buhr, Mountain Girl Sewing/Mountain Dog Nanny
- Nora Gilbertson, TBD
- Patty Belletete, Alpine Activities
- Paul Redpath, Innovative Family Dental
- Ram Mikulas, SkyGOAT
- Thayer Hirsh, HomeCheck
- Whitney Smith. Stone Advisors
- Eric Nichols, Rumblestrut
- Mia Tardino, Thrive Yoga
- Terri Bowland, Enlightened DPC and Aesthetics
- Larissa Martinez, Mountain Time Escape Rooms
- Kimberlyn Bryant Mindful Elevation Group
- Julie Koster, Wildflour Kitchen & The Bodhi Project
- Shawna Henderson, Breckenridge Mountain Wedding, CO Wedding Rentals
- Holly Resignolo, MTN Town Media Productions
- Niamh McGoff
- Michelle L. Nosari, Financial Feedback West
- Donna Childress
- Shannon Jakoby, She Shed That Designs
- Angela Light-Smith
- Stuart Smith, Scottish Carpentry
- Lauren Kathryn Jefferson, Lauren Jefferson Health and Wellness Consulting
- Polly ReQua, Bark & Wag
- Betty Naftz, Insurance of the Rockies, LLC
- Heidi Kumm. Adventure Feet First
- Courtney Hampton, Hampton Entertainment
- Jill Thornton-Winckler, JP Oils
- Erin Young, Red Buffalo Coffee & Tea
- Brooke Comai, Climax Jerky Inc.Â
- Karen McCarthy, Elevation Law, Mountain Dreamers
- Chris Kaspuri, Kaspo, Inc.Â
- Donald Ghezzi, Matheus Fine Watches
- Ciara de los Reyes, Outsider
- Katy Boothby, Beat of the Rockies
- Lori Gleason, Green Leaf Design, LLC
- Sean Goodale, Breckenridge Distillery
- Denise Roberts, Lilli’s Lighting and Decor
- Allison Olenginski, Larson & Anderson Law Firm
- Miranda Fisher, Always Mountain Time
- Tami Clark, TLC Acupuncture & Natural MedicineÂ
- Kimberly Nicoletti, Writer, Editor, Energy Healing
- Annie Prentiss, Cowgirl Concierge
- Laurie Morocco. Laurie Morocco Consulting
- Nathaniel Lewis
- Erica Bean
For more information about the program, contact Amy at [email protected].
Accountability and resources
To ensure that our Board and Staff have the appropriate accountability and resources to execute the Strategic Plan it is essential that we have member participation on our annual and perpetual committees and task forces. Outlines of the duties of those groups are listed below.
List of Committees
Budget Committee
Goals:
- Review Monthly Financials and report to board and action items
- Review and reward scholarship funds
- Guide and direct investment objectives
- Formulate and validate the annual budget
Chair: Mark McManis
Members: Al Bacher, Doug Berg
Membership Committee
Goal:
- Reach out to new businesses on behalf of the Chamber and educate them regarding membership benefits.
Chair:
Members: Sheri Paul, Lori Gleason, Kelly Hepburn, Tamera Duran, Raequel Rhodes, Peyton Rogers, Laura Lyman, Kristylee Gogolen, Doug Berg
Legislative Affairs Committee
Goals:
- Advocate on business related issues at the local level
- Work with staff to develop a local policy agenda focused on a pro business/pro employee environment. Communicate timely education for chamber members
Chair: Mike Spry
Members: Del Bush, Paul Clukies, Lori Gleason, Catherine Schaaf, Jeremy Kennell, Sheri Paul, Tony Pestello
Scholarship Committee
Goal:
- Â Coordinate, select, distribute and follow up with scholarship awards for Summit High School Students.
Chair:
Members: Elisabeth Lawrence, Allen Bacher, Catherine Schaaf
COO Breakfast ​
Goal:
- Guide and direct execution of the annual COO Breakfast
Chair: Mark Nunn
Members: Tim Applegate,Tony Pestello, Ian Donovan, Bruce Horii, Peyton Rogers, Lindsey Cotton
