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How do I get involved in these events?
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A call for volunteers goes out first to AMC members, giving them the opportunity to choose which activities they want to get involved in. Committee members are chosen from the AMC membership, providing outstanding leadership training and introductions to other community leaders volunteering their time and talents.
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Do you get very involved in major community events?
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You’re talking our language! Yes, we get VERY involved in the events that bring positive worldwide attention to South Florida. We have been on the Board of Directors of:
Super Bowl XXIII; Super Bowl XXIX; Super Bowl XXXIII; Super Bowl XLI; Super Bowl XLIV
Florida Breeders’ Cup 1989, 1992, 1999
Summit of the Americas, 1994
Miss Universe Pageant (yes, we sure did bring all 76 contestants to venues throughout Aventura!)
POW WOW
Olympic Soccer
Volvo Ocean Miami Race, 2002
Flamingos in Paradise
Aventura Health Foundation
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What about your charity events?
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Over the past twenty years, we have raised over $1.3 million for an entire spectrum of charities and schools. And when we say $1.3 million raised, that means that $1.3 million was ‘in the pockets’ of charities ranging from the American Cancer Society and Make-A-Wish Foundation to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and scholarships at Florida Int. University.
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Do you work with your school system?
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We are the proud winners of four consecutive annual "Dade Partner" awards from the Miami-Dade County Public Schools for our very strong programs we have with our eight Dade Partner schools, and were recently inducted into the Dade Partners Hall of Fame.
Our award-winning Education Committee meets monthly to continue working on programs such as our Student Connection (program for at-risk students), career shadowing days, mentorships, career guidance, job placement and so much more!
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How do you work with the city of Aventura?
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Once Aventura incorporated in 1995 and voted in their first mayor and commission, we became close working partners with the city.
The mayor and commissioners, the city manager and department heads attend our monthly Breakfast Meetings.
We hold frequent “Meet Your City Manager and Police Chief” meetings where members have an opportunity for ‘one-on-one’ questions and interaction.
Each month we honor the “Aventura Police Officer of the Month” at our Breakfast Meetings.
Each year, we sponsor the “City of Aventura Update Meeting” where the city manager presents a program detailing all the new commercial, residential and transportation projects in the city.
We provide the city with extensive coverage in the Aventura News about their ongoing projects, programs and special events.
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How long have you been in existence?
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We are now celebrating our 20th anniversary of building community and creating business for our members. Long before the city of Aventura was incorporated, the Aventura Marketing Council worked closely with the Joint Council of Aventura, the community’s major residential organization, to handle traffic, signage, beautification, security and all other commercial and residential issues.
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How do you handle referrals?
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The Aventura Marketing Council is called upon frequently to refer businesses for goods and services. A listing of all members in good standing in the requested category is provided to the caller.
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How can I display my goods or services to the AMC membership?
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Our Annual Table Top Expo is the perfect opportunity. Each year, working in conjunction with the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, we host almost 500 members from both organizations to enjoy the networking and hospitality set amidst a sea of 140+ display tables.
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How can my company network within your organization?
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Take your choice! There are fabulous Breakfast Meetings where you can meet prospective clients from 7:30 - 8 a.m. before the program starts. Our ‘after-hours’ Networking Receptions offer members an evening (5:30 - 7 p.m.) focused on meeting new people. The SpeedBiz meetings also offer prime networking time.
Don’t forget about our wonderful committees that meet monthly or the major special events that have the eyes of the world upon us!
Best idea: Take advantage of all of the above...just another benefit of membership!
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How do you help members promote their businesses?
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The Aventura Marketing Council purchases eight pages every week in the Aventura News (weekly distrib. 20,000) to do nothing but promote our members! There are feature stories and photos week after week about AMC members.
Every member is listed categorically online under www.aventuramarketingcouncil.org
New members are introduced and presented with a beautiful plaque at each Breakfast Meeting. In addition, we create a flyer every month with a write-up on each new member that is distributed at the Breakfast Meetings.
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How is the organization funded?
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100% of our operational expenses come from members' dues. We receive no funding from the city, county or state.
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Who are your guest speakers?
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Our speakers can usually be found on the “Who’s Who” lists! Among our speakers over the years, we count......
U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman
U.S. Cong. E. Clay Shaw
Janet Reno, former U.S. Attorney General
Col. Raanan Gissin, Spokesman for Israel Prime Minister Ariel Sharon
Governor Jeb Bush, Florida
Bob Dickinson, President Carnival Cruise Lines
Nicki Grossman, President, Gr. Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau
Bill Talbert, President, Gr. Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
Mayor Carlos Alvarez, Miami-Dade County
Florida State Senator Gwen Margolis
Jeffrey Loria, Chairman and Owner, Florida Marlins
Norman Braman, Chairman, Braman Enterprises
Katherine Fernandez Rundle, Dade County State Attorney
D.G. Van Clief, President, Breeders' Cup Ltd.
Dr. Donna Shalala, President, University of Miami
Michael Putney, Senior Political Reporter, Ch. 10
Dr. Rudy Crew, Supt., Miami-Dade County Public Schools
George Feldenkreis, CEO, Perry Ellis International
Marilyn Milian, "The People's Court" Judge
Alonzo Mourning, Miami HEAT, Alonzo Mourning Charities
Dave Lawrence Jr., The Children's Trust
Frank Supovitz, Senior Vice President, National Football League
Gerald Sharpe, National Children's Author
Morgan Pressel, LPGA Superstar
Mark Koch, Chairman and President, Prelude Pictures
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Can I bring someone else from my company? Is there a charge for them?
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We’re delighted to have you bring another representative from your company and there is no charge for them.
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Any additional cost for meetings?
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Once you are a member in good standing, there is no additional charge for either Breakfast Meetings, Business Card Exchanges or SpeedBiz Meetings.
Think of it–that’s 36 meetings that you’re entitled to as a benefit of membership.
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Where do you meet?
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Breakfast Meetings are usually held at Aventura’s own four-star, world class The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club.
Networking Receptions are held at members’ properties –locations such as a resort, hotel, restaurant or luxury residential property. SpeedBiz Breakfast Meetings are held at member businesses.
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How many people attend your general membership Breakfast Meetings?
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Every month we have 200-250 members attend these meetings to enjoy great networking and hear a top-notch speaker
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Would membership be good for a small business?
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Better than you could imagine! Small businesses have the opportunity to network with other small businesses as well as large businesses...the very ones you are trying to reach to sell your products and services.
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How many members do you have?
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Over 500 different companies throughout Dade and Broward counties. We have grown by word-of-mouth and have never held a membership drive.
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