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Ribbon Cuttings

Chamber Ribbon Cuttings

Business requesting a ribbon cutting must be one of the following:

  • New owner in the Mitchell area.
  • New location in the Mitchell area.
  • Change of name (only if requested by business)
  • Special celebrations, i.e. 100th anniversaries (approval basis)

These events will be scheduled Monday-Friday between the business hours of 9:00am and 5:00pm.

What happens at a ribbon cutting?

  • A master of ceremonies (emcee) introduces the business owner.
  • The business owner/manager comments on his/her business.
  • A Chamber official presents the business with a Community Development certificate.
  • A group gathers to actually cut the ribbon while photo is taken by a Chamber staff member.
  • Ribbon cuttings last approximately 15-20 minutes.
  • Businesses may provide refreshments during or following the event at their own expense.

A ribbon cutting if free of charge.

To allow for adequate Chamber representation, preferred times for ribbon cuttings are mid-morning and/or mid-afternoon, Monday-Friday.

When scheduling a ribbon cutting, please allow as much notice as possible preferably 10 working days so proper arrangements may be made.

What preparations for ribbon cuttings does the Chamber do?

  • Coordination with business owner/manager obtaining correct information. Business owner/manager provides information on people they desire to speak, of whom they want in the actual ribbon cutting photograph.
  • Coordination with emcee and other Chamber officials.
  • Preparation of Ribbon Cutting program.
  • Preparation of certificate.
  • Invitations are mailed to all Chamber Board of Directors adn Ambassador's Club members.

What does the Chamber provide for the actual ribbon cutting ceremony?

  • Emcee
  • Sound System (if needed)
  • Ribbon
  • Scissors
  • Certificate Of Appreciation
  • Chamber photographer and camera

Ribbon cutting photos are published in the Chamber Newsletter. The Chamber Newsletter is inserted into the Daily Republic monthly.

Media- If the business desires media coverage, they need to make a personal contact.

If you have any questions on the above information, please contact Laurie Cooper, Membership Services Director at the Chamber of Commerce at 996-5567.