Chamber Champions Program Application The Chamber Champions Program is a new ambassador program designed to strengthen and support our member community by fostering connection, engagement, and visibility across our Chamber network. ‎ ‎Chamber Champions are more than volunteers—they are well-connected professionals and Chamber advocates who leverage their influence through community presence, industry leadership, and online platforms to amplify the Chamber's mission and programs, advocate for membership and engagement, and connect members to opportunities and each other. Please make sure you have thoroughly read all the program information, including the commitment and responsibilities, before completing the application. Is your business or nonprofit currently a member in good standing with the Chamber? * Select option... Yes No Unsure If 'no' or 'unsure', STOP. Do not proceed. Contact Zach Hall for membership assistance, zach.hall@cvillechamber.com or 434.295.4037. First and Last Name * Name of Member Business or Organization * Job Title * Email * Phone * Supervisor's Name Why do you want to serve as a Chamber Champion? How do you see this role supporting your personal and professional goals? * In what ways are you currently, or have previously been, engaged with the Chamber? (e.g., affinity group(s), board of directors, partner, committees, ambassador) * If a business colleague asked why they should join the Chamber, how would you respond? * In what ways do you use your leadership and influence to support and champion the business community? * Describe an innovative approach you believe the Chamber could use to expand its reach and deepen member engagement? * Champion Investment Fee * Select option... $125 small business, microbusiness, sole proprietor, solopreneur, nonprofit $175 medium, 51-99 employees $225 large, 100+ employees Champion investment fees help sustain the Chamber Champions Program by covering program materials, meetings, recognition, and engagement opportunities. This annual, non-refundable investment is in addition to your Chamber membership dues and must be paid in full in advance of program participation. Agreement Check each box to signify agreement. As a member of the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce Chamber Champions Program, I agree to: * Champion the interests of the enterprises and individuals represented within our Chamber community. Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary information obtained through my role as a Chamber Champion. Focus my service in the Chamber Champions Program on strengthening the Chamber community, ensuring that any personal or professional benefits are a by-product—not the primary goal—of my participation. Uphold the trust placed in me by the Chamber staff, my Chamber Champion peers, and by the members I serve. Fulfill all other requirements necessary, including Chamber membership, to maintain active status as a Chamber Champion. Employer/Supervisor Support Being a Chamber Champion requires active participation at Chamber events and regular champion meetings. Therefore, it is important that applicants have the full support of the enterprise they will represent in the program. By submitting this application, you acknowledge that you have discussed this commitment with your employer/supervisor and that they fully support your participation in the Chamber Champions Program. Confirmation * I have thoroughly read and agree to the program commitment and responsibilities. I also have discussed this opportunity with my supervisor and have their expressed support to participate in the Chamber Champions Program. I am the owner/founder of the enterprise I will be representing in the Chamber Champions Program. I have thoroughly read and agree to the program commitment and responsibilities.
