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
- Community Development Award
- 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 Coordinator, at the Chamber of Commerce at 996-5567.