1. Activity: Business Networking Events·

• Conducted by: HBCC staff and volunteers.

• · Location: Various venues within Horseshoe Bend and occasionally online.

• · Time Allocation: Approximately 25% of our total operational time.

• · Funding: Event fees from participants and sponsorship deals, constituting around 20% of our overall expenses.

• · Purpose: These events foster connections within the local business community, encourage collaborations, and share knowledge, directly furthering our mission to support and grow the local economy.

2. Activity: Educational Workshops and Seminars

• Conducted by: Industry experts, HBCC members with specific expertise, and occasionally HBCC staff.

• Location: Local community centers, online platforms.

• Time Allocation: Roughly 20% of our total time.

• Funding: Participant fees and grants, making up about 15% of our total expenses.

• Purpose: By providing learning opportunities on various business-related topics, we aim to empower our members with the knowledge and skills necessary for their growth and success, directly aligning with our exempt purpose.

3. Activity: Advocacy and Representation

• Conducted by: HBCC executive board and selected members.

• Location: Local government meetings, online forums.

• Time Allocation: Around 15% of our operational time.

• Funding: Funded primarily through membership dues, accounting for 10% of our expenses.

• Purpose: Engaging in advocacy and representing the interests of Horseshoe Bend businesses at the local government level is crucial for creating a favorable business environment, thereby furthering our mission to advocate for business growth and economic prosperity.

4. Activity: Local Market and Business Expos

• Conducted by: HBCC staff, volunteers, and participating members.

• · Location: Local fairgrounds and online platforms.

• · Time Allocation: Estimated at 10% of our total time.

• · Funding: Booth fees, sponsorships, and donations, representing about 25% of our expenses.

• · Purpose: These expos showcase local businesses to the community and visitors, promoting economic activity and supporting local enterprises, which is central to our exempt purpose.

5. Activity: Community Engagement and Development Projects

• Conducted by: HBCC staff, volunteers, in collaboration with local organizations.

• Location: Various community sites within Horseshoe Bend.

• Time Allocation: Roughly 15% of our time.

• Funding: Funded through grants, donations, and a portion of membership dues, making up 20% of our budget.

• Purpose: Initiatives focused on beautifying the city, supporting local charities, and enhancing public amenities directly contribute to making Horseshoe Bend a better place to live and work, which aids in attracting and retaining businesses.

6. Activity: Membership Services

• Conducted by: HBCC staff.

• Location: Primarily conducted at the HBCC office and online.

• Time Allocation: 15% of our total time.

• Funding: Membership dues, accounting for 10% of our expenses.

• Purpose: Offering services such as business advice, promotional opportunities, and resource sharing to our members supports their growth and stability, aligning with our goal to bolster the local business community's strength and prosperity.

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Horseshoe Bend Chamber of Commerce Activities; Essence and Scope

• Underscoring our commitment to fostering a thriving, interconnected business community in Horseshoe Bend

• Each activity is meticulously designed to advance our exempt purposes, demonstrating our ongoing dedication to economic development and community enrichment.