An Committee of the
Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce

The ambassador group was organized in the 1960's as a social arm of the chamber. Ambassadors help to greet new members and to facilitate chamber social functions and projects.

Over time the ambassador group of the Watertown chamber also took on the work of actual membership recruitment. As such, they make calls to all prospective new members in addition to their social efforts for the organization.

The ambassador chairperson and the chamber staff compile sales calls into a monthly report for the group meetings. The committee has its own bylaws.

Service Information:

Time Frame:

Ambassador positions have no term limits. Ambassadors represent businesses which are members of the Watertown Area Chamber. The group currently totals 14.

Meetings:

The ambassador group meets monthly at 11:30 on the third Tuesday of the month. The group meets at various restaurants. Business is conducted at 11:30. Meetings are typically one hour in length.

Typical Tasks:

Sales calls as assigned in rotation. 1-2 per month average.

Attend and Promote Business After Hours.
Serve as greeter and help to promote chamber functions (Breakfasts, Luncheons, Dinners, After Hours events)
Serve and assist in other chamber projects as they arise.

Note: The ambassador group has taken a very active roll in helping the chamber booth at Riverfest. It provides a full shift for Thursday opening (3 hours) and a partial shift for Sunday closing. (3 hours)

The group also covers a substantial part of the golf outing worklist. The annual summer event is a major social time for the membership. Service at the event is 2-4 hours in time, depending on job selected.