Trendsetters 2020 | Page 34

Russell Hassenstab, ambassador for the Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce, receives a name tag from Lacie Guy, Vice Chair of Member Services. The chamber’s events would not be the same if it weren’t for the presence of the ambassadors. Along with ribbon cuttings and groundbreakings, the team attends Business After Hours and Membership 101 events for members. “They’re the first faces that new businesses see,” Pope said. “They’re always celebrating our members and they’re always friendly faces.” Ambassadors receive points for each event they attend. They’re mandated to be present at four per month and as many as 10 ambassadors can appear at one event. “There’s strength in numbers and the ambassadors are prime examples of that,” Pope said. At the conclusion of each quarter, the ambassador with the most points receives an award from the year’s sponsors. The They’re the first faces that new businesses see. They’re always celebrating our members and they’re always friendly faces.” Ambassadors for the Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce provide support for one another and partake in networking. 34 Trendsetters | Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce