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Why Join The Chamber?
OBJECTIVES
Market Chamber members through referral services, special
events and Chamber publications
Offer assistance on business-related issues and concerns
Serve as a resource center for information about the area
Provide support for business and education partnerships
Serve as an advocate for businesses at the local, county,
state and national levels
Promote the development of a strong business community
Work with other organizations to achieve community-wide goals
Communicate the message that a strong economic foundation
enhances the quality of life for everyone in the Valley
BENEFITS
Listing in the annual Business Directory and on the UPVCC website
Members-only use of conference room
Subscription to The Exchange, bi-monthly newsletter
Subscription to monthly News & Events email
Members only mailing list and labels
Complimentary notary services and certificates of origin
Exclusive referral service
Exposure through press releases on the website and social media
Networking opportunities through monthly breakfasts, luncheons,
committees and special events
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
VISION: Striving to be the most
trusted strategic partner for the
Upper Perkiomen Valley
MISSION: Providing leadership and
vision to foster economic vitality
and enrich the quality of life in the
Upper Perkiomen Valley
“STRENGTH THROUGH CONNECTIONS”
About the Chamber
PerkUp Stats 2019
104 Hometown Hero Banners installed along Main Street
250 UPHS (Upper Perkiomen High School) freshman students
attended Ace the Interview and Soft Skills presentations
250+ UPHS sophomore students participated in business tours
18 businesses hosted tours for UPHS students
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2019 IN REVIEW
2019 STATS
40,228 Website Views
1,323 Total Event Attendees
Attendees for Top Three Events:
600+ Community & Business Expo
140 Golf Outing & Clambake
174 Staff Appreciation
Total
Members
New
Members
Seminars &
Networking Events
Weekly Social
Media Engagements
BOARD
OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE BOARD
Chair of the Board
Kim Detwiler, Penn Foundation
First Vice Chair
Dennis Pfleiger, St. Luke’s University Health
Network - Quakertown | Upper Bucks Campus
Second Vice Chair
Michelle Forsell, Norris McLaughlin | P.A.
Treasurer
Scott Orzehoski, QNB Bank
Secretary
Kim Licata, Harleysville Bank
Immediate Past Chair
Peter Rosenquist, US Tape Company
President
Luanne B. Stauffer, UPVCC
Ed Buchinski, The Grand Theater
Dave Czarnecki, 215 Secure/CzarStar Security
Doug Delp, The Delp Group, Inc.
Mark Devey, Perkiomen School
Frank Falk, Falk Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc.
William Gillespie, Jr., Gillespie Electric, Inc.
Roxanne Klein, Knoll, Inc.
Robert McCarty, Jr., Valley Lock & Door
Carol Obando-Derstine, PPL
Joseph Procak, Brode & Brooks, Inc., Realtors
Anton Ringenary, Minuteman Press of Quakertown
Allyn Roche, Ed.D., Upper Perkiomen School District
Sarah Scarangello, Blommer Chocolate Company
Trevor Smith, Horizon Engineering
Michael Tannous, Upper Perkiomen Valley YMCA
CHAMBER
STAFF Luanne B. Stauffer
President
Michele Fillippo
PerkUp Project Coordinator
Kasey Schultz
Event & Marketing Director
Leanne Engle
Accounts Manager
Barbara Matkowski
Administrative Assistant
Erin Sweed
Membership Development
Allison Louis
Membership Development
UPVCC EVENTS
As a member, you are encouraged to attend the following annual events. In addition to these events,
the Chamber also offers a variety of happy hours, seminars and other networking opportunities.
See insert for 2020 event details
August: Legislative Affairs Series Breakfast
September: Golf Outing & Clambake
October: Designer Bag Bingo
October: Business & Education Breakfast
November: PerkUp Celebration
December: Holiday Breakfast
January: Legislative Affairs Series Luncheon
February: Member Luncheon
March: Member Luncheon
April: Staff Appreciation Luncheon
April: Business Expo & Job Fair
May: Legislative Affairs Series Luncheon
June: Community & Commerce Breakfast
FOR QUESTIONS
AND MORE
INFORMATION
P. 215.679.3336
F. 215.679.2624
W. upvchamber.org
300 Main Street
East Greenville, PA 18041
Use code MEMBER20 for $20 off your first event registration
Excludes Golf Outing, Clambake and Staff Appreciation Luncheon.
Date
Full Name of Organization
Physical Address
Mailing Address
Address for Directory
CEO/Owner (if different from Chamber Rep) Title
Chamber Representative
Telephone Fax
E-mail Website
Number of Employees Full-Time Part-Time
Referred by
Kindly provide a description of your business (100 words or less) which will be included in the
Online Chamber Directory & Newsletter. (A separate sheet of paper may be used, if necessary.) Please
forward an electronic version (jpeg, bmp, or png) of your company logo to: [email protected]
Membership Application
For all employees wishing to receive the newsletter electronically, please email your contact information to [email protected]
Annual Membership Fee Schedule Effective January 1, 2020
Businesses
1 employee ........................................$160.00
2-4 employees .................................... 215.00
5-7 employees .................................... 245.00
8-15 employees .................................. 270.00
16-25 employees ................................ 345.00
26-40 employees ................................ 395.00
41-60 employees ................................ 445.00
61-75 employees ................................ 545.00
76-125 employees .............................. 645.00
126-200 employees ............................ 695.00
201-600 employees ............................ 835.00
601-over employees ........................... 985.00
Other Member Classes
Citizen/ Retired ................................$120.00
Educational Institutions
By employee, not to exceed ................. 645.00
Non-profit Organizations
Without Payroll ................................... 120.00
By employee, not to exceed ................. 645.00
Municipal
Population under 3,000 ....................... 445.00
Population over 3,000 ......................... 655.00
Religious Institutions ........................ 120.00
Membership Fee (see table) $ .00
Scholarship Donation (optional) .00
New Member Processing Fee (one time only) + 25.00
Total Amount Due $ .00
Please make checks payable to UPV Chamber of Commerce or provide information below to pay by Visa or MasterCard
Credit Card Number Exp. Date CVC Code
Billing Address (if different from above) Zip Code
Name on Card Authorized Signature
Important Complete the reverse side of this application by circling up to five categories that best
describe the products, services, operations and/ or mission of your organization.
K Kitchen Exhaust Systems
Kitchens
L Land Preservation - Natural Resources
Landscaping - Architects/Contractors
Law Offices
Lawn Care
Leasing
Legislators
Libraries
Locksmith Service
M Mailing/Shipping
Management Consultants
Manufacturing
Mapping
Marketing - Research/Consulting
Masonry
Massage Therapy
Mattresses
Medical Supplies
Memory Support
Mental Health/Substance Abuse
Merchant Services
Metal Fabrication/Stamping
Mission/Ministry Organizations
Mold Remediation
Mortgage/Lending Services
Municipalities
Museums
Music
Music Instruction
N News/Information
Newspaper Publishers
Non-profit Organizations
Notary Public
Nursery Schools
Nursing Agencies
Nursing Homes (see Assisted Living Facilities)
Nutritional Products
O Offices Supplies/Equipment
Optometrists/Opticians
Outdoor/Educational
P Paint/Wall Paper Supplies
Painting Contractors
Parks/Recreation
Payroll Services
Personal Care
Pharmacies
Photographers
Photography - Finishing/Processing Restoration
Physical Therapy
Physicians/Surgeons (see Hospitals)
Plumbing
Police (In case of emergency, dial 911)
Printing - Typesetting/Graphics
Promotional Items
Property Management
Publishing
A Accessories
Accountants/Accounting Services
Adult Care/Adult Day Care
Advertising
Agriculture
Airports
Ambulance Services
Animal Boarding
Antiques
Apartments
Appliances
Appraisers
Architects/Contractors
Artists
Assisted Living Facilities
Associations
Attorneys
Auction/Antiques Services
Audio/Video
Automobile Dealers
Automotive Parts/Equipment
Automotive Repairs/Service
Awards
B Banks/Banking Institutions
Banquet/Conference Facilities
Bed & Breakfasts
Beverages-Wholesale/Distributors
Boutique Shops/Specialty Products
Bridal Wear
Building Materials
Business Consultants - Planning/Services
C Cabinetry/Millwork
Camps
Candy
Carpets & Rugs - Dealers/Cleaning
Catering Services
Child Care
Chiropractors
Churches
Civic/Service Organizations (see Associations)
Cleaning
Clinics/Medical Groups (see Hospitals)
Clothing
Colleges
Commercial Building Maintenance Services
Communications/Telecommunications
Community Services
Computers - Consultants/Services
Constituent Services
Construction Management
Construction Materials
Consultants
Contractors - Excavation
Contractors - General & Sub
Copiers/Office Equipment
Cosmetics/Skin Care
Counseling/Therapy
Creative Design
Credit Unions
Cremation Services
D Dance Instruction
Delicatessen
Dental/Orthodontic Care
Digital and Print Branding
Dog Grooming/Training
Doors
Drying & Sizing
E Early Childhood/Learning Center
Economic Development
Educational/Instructional Organizations/
Programs: (see Nursery Schools & Schools)
Electrical Equipment/Supplies
Electricians
Embroidery/Screen Printing
Emergency Services
Employee Benefits/Consulting
Employment Services
Energy
Engineering/Surveying
Engraving
Entertainment
Environmental Consultants
Equipment - Sales/Rental/Design
Excavating
Exercise/Fitness
Exporting
F Farmers Market
Fast Food
Financial Advisors/Services
Fire Companies
Fire Extinguishers
Florists
Food Processing
Food Service Supplies
Formal Wear
Fuel
Fund Raising - Services/Products
Funeral Directors
Furniture - Manufacturing/Upholstery
Furniture - Retail
G Garage Doors
Gas - Industrial/Specialty
Gifts
Golf Courses/Golf Supplies
Gourmet Foods
Government
Graphic Design
H Handyman
Hardware
Headstones
Health Counseling
Health Food Store
Healthcare
Heating/Air Conditioning
Home Improvements
Home Security
Horse Boarding
Hospitality
Hospitals
Hotel/Motels
Human Services
I Ice Cream
Insurance
Insurance Consultants
Internet Services
Investment Consultants
J Janitorial Supplies
Jewelry Store
R Radiators
Realtors/Real Estate Services
Recreation
Recycling Centers
Remodeling/Repair
Rental Properties
Restaurants
Restoration Services
Retail Sales
Retirement Communities (see Assisted
Living/Nursing Homes)
Retirement Plans
S Safety Supplies
Salon
Schools
Security/Monitoring Services
Senior Safety
Service Stations
Sewer/Water
Signs/Banners
Social Services
Software
Spas
Speakers - Motivational/Instructional
Specialty Services
Sports Programs
Sports Therapy
Staffing Agencies
Storage/Warehousing
Subdivision Specialists
T Tax Services/Information
Televisions
Theaters
Thrift Shops
Tires - Sales/Service
Title Companies
Tourist Information
Transportation
Trash/Recycling
Travel
Trucks/Trailers - Sales/Rental
U Utilities
V Veterinarians
Video - Sales/Rentals/Production
Volunteer Opportunities
W Water Ice
Watershed Restoration
Wealth Management
Web Site Design/Services
Winery
Y Yoga
2020 Category Options Please circle up to five categories that apply to your organization (put a star next to your primary category)
The Chamber of Commerce is a member-
based, business advocacy organization.
Membership is comprised of businesses,
educational institutions, non-profit organizations,
municipalities, civic leaders and individuals.
ABOUT THE CHAMBER
Networking
You can never have too many friends or business
contacts! Chamber special events and programs
offer many opportunities to connect.
Seminars
The Chamber offers business seminars on a wide
range of topics for continued education. Learn
something new or get up to date on business-
related topics.
Referrals
The Chamber office provides display racks for
member newsletters, business cards and brochures.
“Providing leadership and vision to foster
Tools
economic vitality and enrich the quality of life
in the Upper Perkiomen Valley” is more than just
a mission statement. Our staff and volunteers
have many suggestions to share that will help
grow and strengthen your company. We will
do our best to ensure your economic success.
Involvement
In addition to networking and sponsorships, we
welcome and encourage our members to get
involved and serve on one of our many active
committees. Choose from Program Development,
Golf Outing, Ambassadors Council, Marketing and
Membership, PerkUp, Legislative Affairs, Business
and Education Alliance, Business Expo & Job Fair
and many more.
Opportunities
Spreading the word about your business is an
integral component in business success. We offer
many communication vehicles, as well as network-
ing, to increase your visibility. These vehicles
include marketing, advertising and sponsorship.
“I firmly believe that no other organization creates as
many opportunities to come in contact with respected
members of the community like the UPV Chamber. The
more involved I've become the more I have benefited”.
- Frank Falk, Falk Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc.
Legislative Voice
The Legislative Affairs Council discusses local
issues and develops strategies to work with
federal, state and local officials. This council
ensures that our government officials will under-
stand what our Chamber business members
need. We represent seven municipalities in
the Upper Perkiomen Valley.
Partnerships
We partner with the Upper Perkiomen School
District, Perkiomen School, Western Montgomery
Career & Technology Center and Montgomery
County Community College to provide opportuni-
ties for both the business and educational
communities. These alliances help the business
community, students and schools work together
to prepare for a mutually beneficial future for
both the prospective employee and the employer.
The Chamber’s
Vision & Mission
VISION: Striving to be the most trusted strategic
partner for the Upper Perkiomen Valley
MISSION: Providing leadership and vision to
foster economic vitality and enrich the quality
of life in the Upper Perkiomen Valley
Contact P. 215.679.3336
F. 215.679.2624
W. upvchamber.org
300 Main Street
East Greenville, PA 18041
The Upper Perkiomen Valley Chamber of
Commerce offers a full calendar of events
and informational sessions designed to help
you get the most out of your membership
investment. The variety of events offers
opportunities for everyone in your business.
In addition to event attendance, participation
through Chamber event sponsorship creates
business camaraderie while highlighting and
showcasing your business.
Please remember that UPV Chamber membership
extends to all employees of a business and/or members
of an organization (not just a single representative).
2020 PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES
MAJOR EVENTS
Business Expo & Job Fair
Selling out each spring with 50+ exhibits, the Expo is
open to the public and reaches the largest number of
community members of all Chamber events. Extensively
promoted throughout the Valley, this event is visited by
more than 500 people. An annual theme adds interest
and continuity among exhibits. Registration begins in
January and offers various exhibit spaces. In 2019, food
trucks and a job fair featuring 20 businesses were added
to the event.
Sponsorship Investment: $200-$3,000
Admission: Complimentary
Golf Outing and Clambake
Seen as one of the most successful and favored outings
in the area, this September event is always a fun-filled
day of both golf and networking. The scramble format
makes it open and inviting to all. Sponsors and volunteers
have opportunities for direct interaction with every golfer,
allowing even non-golfers to spend time on the course.
The day ends with a course-side clambake for all mem-
bers. Registration for golf begins in March and is limited
to 120 people.
Sponsorship Investment: $100-$4,000
Golf Outing Registration: $150
Clambake Registration: $45
PerkUp Celebration
This is one of the Chamber’s most well-attended
events. It provides the opportunity for business members
to conduct high-impact networking while enjoying great
food, drinks and entertainment. Creative venues and
local restaurants add to the excitement of this event.
Attendance ranges from 90-125 members and guests.
Sponsorship Investment: $400-$1,750
Registration: $45
The following listings are just a sampling of the full menu
of investment opportunities. For more details, visit the
Chamber’s website or call the office at 215.679.3336.
NETWORKING EVENTS
February and March Monthly Meetings
Updated Chamber information is communicated
at these regular monthly meetings. However, focus
is placed on face-to-face networking, particularly
the March luncheon, which includes a fast-paced,
ice-breaking networking activity.
Sponsorship Investment: $375
Registration: $25
LinkUp Breakfast Roundtables
These sessions are high-impact networking opportunities.
LinkUp was established to facilitate face-to-face intro-
ductions at a leadership level (owners, department
heads and decision-makers) in a small-group setting.
LinkUp helps members build relationships, encourage
referrals and learn more about each other. LinkUp is
open to all members on an “opt in” basis.
Sponsorship Investment: $350
Registration: Complimentary
Happy Hours
Informal and complimentary events, these late afternoon
gatherings provide the opportunity to mingle with old
friends, make new connections and invite guests to a
low-key-but-lively Chamber function. Approximately
five Happy Hours are held annually, each at a different
member restaurant. The schedule is subject to venue
availability.
Sponsorship Investment: $300 Annually
Registration: Complimentary
Business Development Seminars
Averaging two hours each, these affordable and
informative sessions cover a variety of disciplines. Some
are presentations, some are workshops, but all have
a goal of building the personal skills of employees at
various employment levels. The typically small class size
elicits active participation from all, particularly during
the question-and-answer period. Attendance varies
based on the topic offered. Sponsorship Investment: $1,000 for 6-8 seminars
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Staff Appreciation Luncheon
Coinciding with Administrative Professionals Day, this
beautiful spring luncheon lets our members thank and
pamper their staff. Everyone leaves with a bag of
member-donated promotional items. This event also
allows the Chamber to meet your business support
staff. Attendance has climbed to 170, many returning
year after year.
Sponsorship Investment: $200-$425
Registration: $27
Community & Commerce Breakfast
Community, business and municipal leaders come
together to celebrate the spirit of our community by
acknowledging businesses and individuals who make
a difference in the Upper Perkiomen Valley. Nominations
for an outstanding small business, an effective educator
and an inspirational community leader are submitted
and evaluated by a committee. There is always a sense
of gratitude and respect among the 120+ attendees.
Sponsorship Investment: $250-$500
Registration: $25
Legislative Affairs Series
This series is made up of three events (January, May and
August), with a focus for each as follows: January-County
officials, May-State Legislators and August-Federal Legis-
lators. Members have the opportunity to meet elected
officials, learn about pending legislation and gain insight
into current issues. An average of 50-75 attendees can
be expected.
Sponsorship Investment: $375 each/$1,000 for series
Registration: $25
Business & Education Breakfast
Held at a local school, this breakfast highlights the
partnerships between our education and business
communities. This breakfast has an average
of 60 attendees.
Sponsorship Investment: $375
Registration: $25
Holiday Breakfast
In celebration of the winter holidays, many employers use
this event as an expression of thanks for their employees.
An elegant breakfast is followed by a choral concert
featuring the “Uptones.” Because this event averages
over 100 attendees, early registration is strongly advised.
Sponsorship Investment: $425
Registration: $25
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising is available through the newsletter, event
programs, business directory, email communications and
on our website. Please call the office for more details.
Email Advertising
Monthly Email Advertising $200
(limit 1 advertiser per month)
For an entire month, your business logo will be displayed
and hyperlinked at the top of every email regarding
news and events sent to 500+ Chamber members
(minimum of 5 emails sent per month).
News & Events Email Advertising
The Chamber’s monthly News & Events email is distributed
to 500+ members and growing. This email blast consists of
Chamber event recaps and upcoming event information,
member news, and the bi-monthly newsletter. The ad will
be hyperlinked to a webpage of your choice.
Square Ad Banner Ad
300W X 250H pixels 600W X 175H pixels
1 Month $100 1 Month $175
Newsletter Advertising
Business Card Ad Quarter Page Ad
1 Publication: $125 1 Publication: $175
3 Publications: $300 3 Publications: $400
6 Publications: $500 6 Publications: $600
1 Publication, Full Page Flyer Insert: $150
(Member provided flyer included in print & digital)
2021 Business Directory Advertising
Full Page Ads Inside Pages Ads
Color Outside Back Cover: $600 Full Page: $240
Inside Front Cover: $500 Half Page: $195
Inside Back Cover: $485 Third Page: $150
Outdoor Gateway Sign Advertising The Chamber offers an exclusive outdoor advertising
program for our member businesses. The two gateway
“Welcome to Our Community” signs on Route 663
entering Pennsburg have flexible space that can now
be rented for billboard advertising on a quarterly basis.
Outdoor Gateway Sign Rental Space (11”x91”): $750
Contact P. 215.679.3336
F. 215.679.2624
W. upvchamber.org
300 Main Street
East Greenville, PA 18041
CHAMBER EVENT COUPON
Upper Perkiomen Valley Chamber of Commerce
300 Main St., East Greenville, Pa 18041 | 215.679.3336 | Fax: 215.679.2624
Email: [email protected] | Website: www.upvchamber.org
This coupon entitles you to $20 off registration
for one person at a Chamber event.
(Excludes Golf Outing, Clambake and Staff Appreciation Luncheon)
If registering online, please use code MEMBER20
2020 Upcoming Events
2.20 February Luncheon Presentation by Penn Foundation
Thursday, February 20, 12-1:30pm
Spinnerstown Hotel, Inc.
3.12 Joint Happy Hour with Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
Thursday, March 12, 5-6:30pm
Bear Creek Mountain Resort
& Conference Center
3.17 Social Media Content Workshop Presented by Kristin Kane Ford,
Kane Partners Social Media
Tuesday, March 17, 8:30-10:30am
UPVCC Conference Room
3.19 March Luncheon Jennifer Butler, Executive Director, Montgomery
County Workforce Development Board
Thursday, March 19, 12-1:30pm
Pizza Como PC Pub
3.26 Welcome Workplace Workshop Intercultural Competency, Diversity and Inclusion
Workshop presented by Pearl S. Buck International
Thursday, March 26, 8am-12pm
Perkiomen School
4.7 Staff Appreciation Luncheon
Tuesday, April 7, 11:30am-1:30pm
Finland Mennonite Church
2020 Upcoming Events
2.20 February Luncheon Presentation by Penn Foundation
Thursday, February 20, 12-1:30pm
Spinnerstown Hotel, Inc.
3.12 Joint Happy Hour with Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
Thursday, March 12, 5-6:30pm
Bear Creek Mountain Resort
& Conference Center
3.17 Social Media Content Workshop Presented by Kristin Ford,
Kane Partners Social Media
Tuesday, March 17, 8:30-10:30am
UPVCC Conference Room
3.19 March Luncheon Jennifer Butler, Executive Director, Montgomery
County Workforce Development Board
Thursday, March 19, 12-1:30pm
Pizza Como PC Pub
3.26 Welcome Workplace Workshop Intercultural Competency, Diversity and Inclusion
Workshop presented by Pearl S. Buck International
Thursday, March 26, 8am-12pm
Perkiomen School
4.7 Staff Appreciation Luncheon
Tuesday, April 7, 11:30am-1:30pm
Finland Mennonite Church
2020 Upcoming Events
2.20 February Luncheon Presentation by Penn Foundation
Thursday, February 20, 12-1:30pm
Spinnerstown Hotel, Inc.
3.12 Joint Happy Hour with Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
Thursday, March 12, 5-6:30pm
Bear Creek Mountain Resort
& Conference Center
3.17 Social Media Content Workshop Presented by Kristin Ford,
Kane Partners Social Media
Tuesday, March 17, 8:30-10:30am
UPVCC Conference Room
3.19 March Luncheon Jennifer Butler, Executive Director, Montgomery
County Workforce Development Board
Thursday, March 19, 12-1:30pm
Pizza Como PC Pub
3.26 Welcome Workplace Workshop Intercultural Competency, Diversity and Inclusion
Workshop presented by Pearl S. Buck International
Thursday, March 26, 8am-12pm
Perkiomen School
4.7 Staff Appreciation Luncheon
Tuesday, April 7, 11:30am-1:30pm
Finland Mennonite Church