RIBBON CUTTINGS

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Ribbon cuttings

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    Book your ribbon cutting ceremony

    Thank you for your interest in holding a ribbon cutting with the Chamber. Please fill out the form below to complete the next step in planning for your ribbon cutting.  We hold ribbon cuttings Monday thru Thursday 9:00am - 4:30pm and Friday 9:00am - 3:30pm.  We look forward to helping you celebrate your business!
     
    Once your form is received, our Events Coordinator will contact you and confirm the day and date of your request or if a staff person is not available, we will suggest another day and time.  At your Ribbon Cutting, we will take a photo as we’ll as bring the scissors, ribbon, and a certificate. We will have one staff member in attendance to take the photo. To help commemorate your event, we will post the photos of the ribbon cutting on our Facebook, have it in one of our weekly newsletters as well as our quarterly magazine, The Bridge.
     
    Once your Ribbon Cutting is confirmed, you may add your event to our Community Event calendar here.
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    For more information or questions, please contact Events. 


    [First Name, Last Name]
    May choose to have a ribbon cutting Monday through Friday.
    Monday thru Thursday 9:00am - 4:30pm and Friday 9:00am - 3:30pm.
    Write two to three sentences to describe your celebration, including special promotions/products available, hours, whether it is open to the public, etc.
    Photos from your ribbon cutting will be shared on the Chamber's social media
Submit

ribbon cutting FAQ's 

Is there a ribbon cutting fee?
Ribbon cuttings are free for all current Chamber members.

What is needed for a ribbon cutting?
The Chamber will bring the scissors, the ribbon and the attendance of 1 chamber staff members.

What are the benefits of holding a ribbon cutting?
Ribbon cuttings are a fun and exciting way for the public and chamber members to be introduced to your business.  Ribbon cuttings give you the perfect opportunity to showcase your products/services to all who attend.

Where will our ribbon cutting photo appear?
Your ribbon cutting photo will be posted to the Chamber’s Facebook page (which has over 10,000 likes!), and our quarterly magazine, The Bridge.  Additionally, we will email you the photos so that you will have them for your records.

Should I hire a photographer?
The ribbon cuttings are entirely customizable. We encourage you to arrange a photographer of your choice if you would like professional photos for your ribbon cutting. A Chamber member in attendance is also able to take photos of the event.  
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Should I provide food and alcohol?
Providing refreshments at a ribbon cutting is completely at your discretion.  If you choose to have food catered, we encourage you to check out the food vendors in our Business Directory. 

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Leadership Sarasota County
Sarasota Young Professionals Group
​CareerEdge Funders Collaborative 
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Sarasota, Florida 34236
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      • Member FAQs
    • Member Benefits >
      • Chamber Events
      • Ribbon Cuttings >
        • Ribbon Cutting Tips
      • Councils
      • Member2Member Discounts
      • Affinity Partners
      • Sponsorships
      • Notary and Certificate of Origin Services
      • Workforce Development
      • Business Connect Request
      • Business Resources >
        • Job Bank
        • Start Your Business
        • Grow Your Business
    • Public Policy >
      • Past Public Policy Support
      • Contact Your Rep
    • News & Publications >
      • Chamber News
      • Member News
      • Local Media
      • The Bridge Magazine
    • Awards & Recognition >
      • Past Small Business Awards Winners
      • Chair's Cup Award
    • Photo Gallery
  • Events
    • 2023 Small Business Awards
    • Chamber Calendar
    • Community Calendar
  • Programs
    • Young Professionals Group >
      • Join YPG
      • About YPG
      • YPG Council
      • YPG Photo Gallery
      • YPG Events >
        • YP Summit
    • Leadership Sarasota >
      • Adult Leadership
      • Youth Leadership
      • Engage Sarasota
      • Leadership Council
      • Celebrate Outstanding Leadership Awards
    • CareerEdge Funders Collaborative
    • Opportunities For All >
      • 2021 OFA Grant Awardees
      • OFA Photo Gallery
      • OFA In the News
  • About Us
    • About the GSCC
    • Our Team
    • Board of Directors
    • Chamber Ambassadors
    • History
    • Live & Work >
      • Key Locations
      • Job Bank
      • Beaches & Destinations
      • Sarasota Accolades
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Contact
  • Business Directory