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SANDY SPRINGS/PERIMETER CHAMBER

STRATEGIC PLAN 2014 – 2019
         2016 UPDATE
STRATEGIC PLAN 2014 2019 - 2016 UPDATE SANDY SPRINGS/PERIMETER CHAMBER - Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A MESSAGE FROM THE LEADERSHIP                                          3

MAKING OF THE PLAN                                                     4

THE STRATEGIC PLAN IN BRIEF                                            6

OUR MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES                                        7

PRIORITY 1: DELIVERING GREATER VALUE TO MEMBERS                       10

PRIORITY 2: MAXIMIZE THE CHAMBER’S ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS       11

PRIORITY 3: SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS IN THE REGION        12

PRIORITY 4: INFLUENCE PUBLIC POLICY                                   13

PRIORITY 5: PROMOTE REGIONAL PARTNERSHIPS                             14

PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES ROADMAP                                        16

30/60/90 DAY PLAN                                                     17

APPENDIX                                                              18
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STRATEGIC PLAN 2014 2019 - 2016 UPDATE SANDY SPRINGS/PERIMETER CHAMBER - Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber
A MESSAGE FROM THE LEADERSHIP

                     The Sandy Springs/Perimeter Chamber (SSPC) five year strategic plan will guide the
                     Chamber's work in effectively developing our roles and responsibilities aimed at
                     advancing our business community. Creating a shared vision and working to accomplish
                     a common mission moves us forward together – beyond simply the sum of what any
                     one of us can accomplish alone. The development of this plan has reinforced our belief
                     in both the strength that each staff and board member brings to the Chamber and the
                     critical role of partnership and collaboration. It is in those internal and external
    Tom Mahaffey     relationships that our defined values are most critical. Our core values echo what we as
    President/CEO
                     individuals embrace when working together and with the public.

                     This strategic plan provides a broad roadmap for SSPC and is intended to be a dynamic
                     and integrated effort. The overarching goals, which our Chamber staff and board
                     members will help achieve, provide a balanced framework of what needs to be done by
                     us to reach our vision and fulfill our mission. The plan contains objectives and strategies
                     committing us to delivering greater value to our members, maximizing the Chamber’s
                     organizational skills, supporting economic development in the region, influencing public
     Lever Stewart   policy, and promoting regional partnerships.
    2016 Chairman
                     To achieve the full potential of this plan, every board member, staff member, and
                     volunteer must use this plan to help guide their work.

                     We look forward to working together to implement our plan and approach for our
                     vision for the Sandy Springs/Perimeter Chamber through 2019.

     Dan DiLuzio
    2017 Chairman

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STRATEGIC PLAN 2014 2019 - 2016 UPDATE SANDY SPRINGS/PERIMETER CHAMBER - Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber
MAKING OF THE PLAN - APPROACH
                     THE APPROACH                                                                       IN NUMBERS
                                                                                        Input for the
 August 22, 2013 – Engaged Jabian Consulting for Strategic
 Planning
                                                                                       strategic plan      355+ Chamber Stakeholders
 The Sandy Springs/Perimeter Chamber (SSPC) Leadership engaged Jabian                requested from
 Consulting to support the 2014 – 2019 strategic planning process.

 September 11, 2013 -- Strategic Planning Kick-Off
 Jabian Consulting engaged for Strategic Planning and presented to the SSPC                In-Person       20+ Participants including
 Board regarding approach and expectations.                                        Interviews and/or       Board Members and
                                                                                   Focus Groups with       Current and Prospective
                                                                                                           Members

 October 18, 2013 – Completed Environmental Scan, Focus Groups
 & Interviews                                                                                 Survey       82 Current Members
 Jabian Consulting, supported by the SSPC Strategic Planning Committee,                   Responses        (out of 355 Total Members)
 conducted an environmental scan by collecting member and non-member
 feedback via focus groups, interviews and a membership survey.                       collected from
                                                                                                           23% Response Rate

 November 22, 2013 – Completed Strategy Definition Phase                              Desk Research        4 Metropolitan Regional
 Jabian Consulting facilitated sessions with the SSPC Strategic Planning
 Committee over five weeks to define the holistic strategy inclusive of Mission,       conducted on        Chambers
 Vision, Values, Priorities, Goals and Metrics, and Initiatives.
                                                                                                           5 City Economic Development
 December 11, 2013 – Communicated Strategic Plan                                                           Plans
 SSPC Leadership, supported by Jabian Consulting, delivered and
 communicated the Strategic Plan and transitioned to plan execution.

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STRATEGIC PLAN 2014 2019 - 2016 UPDATE SANDY SPRINGS/PERIMETER CHAMBER - Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber
THE STRATEGIC PLAN IN BRIEF                                         Figure 1: SSPC Strategic Priorities for 2014 – 2019

The Sandy Springs/Perimeter Chamber (SSPC) developed this
strategic blueprint based on feedback from our leadership, our
board, our members, our region’s businesses, and our city’s
leadership. The blueprint describes our strategic priorities for
the next five years (2014 – 2019) and serves as the guide for all
Chamber stakeholders. While the Chamber’s primary and long
term focus is always economic development, this blueprint
places a stronger emphasis on delivering greater value to
members and enhancing the efficacy of the Chamber’s
operations – allowing the Chamber to build a strong and lasting
foundation to positively impact the region.

The SSPC’s mission remains clear – to serve as the champion              PRIORITY 1: DELIVER GREATER VALUE TO MEMBERS
for a prosperous economic environment that enriches our                  Strive to consistently deliver a high-quality member experience and greater
businesses and communities.                                              value to members through innovative programming.

                                                                         PRIORITY 2: MAXIMIZE THE CHAMBER’S ORGANIZATIONAL
Guided by this mission, the SSPC’s vision is for Sandy                   EFFECTIVENESS
Springs/Perimeter to become the leading community to live,               Enhance the efficacy of the Chamber’s operations to better serve the needs of
work, learn and play in the Southeast, by 2020.                          the region’s businesses and communities.

This strategic blueprint outlines the following five strategic           PRIORITY 3: SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS IN THE
                                                                         REGION
priorities. Each priority is further described in Figure 1.              Partner with the City of Sandy Springs and other relevant organizations to
                                                                         support economic development efforts.
1.   Deliver greater value to members
2.   Maximize the Chamber’s organizational effectiveness                 PRIORITY 4: INFLUENCE PUBLIC POLICY
3.   Support economic development efforts in the region                  Influence the region’s public policies and programs that will help member
4.   Influence public policy                                             businesses grow and constituents thrive.
5.   Promote regional partnerships
                                                                         PRIORITY 5: PROMOTE REGIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
                                                                         Seek and promote opportunities for strategic partnerships with neighboring
                                                                         Chambers, city governments, and community improvement organizations.
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OUR MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES

THE MISSION            The SSPC’s mission remains clear – to serve as the champion for a
                       prosperous economic environment that enriches our businesses and
                       communities.

THE VISION             The SSPC’s vision is for Sandy Springs/Perimeter to become the leading
                       community to live, work, learn and play in the Southeast, by 2020.

THE VALUES
                          Have Clarity of Purpose            Be Value Driven
                  Simple, precise, and clear alignment of    Pursue only what creates added value for our
              activity to the Chamber Mission and Vision     members and community

                        Act With Integrity                         Focus on Members
      Adhere to the highest ethical standards in                   Be committed to responding to the needs of
                              everything we do                     our members

                                     Be Transparent          Be Innovative
                   No hidden agendas and effectively
                                                             Invest in, guide and support innovation that
              communicate our positions and services to
                                                             matters to our members and our community
                                all of our stakeholders

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STRATEGIC PRIORITY TIMELINE
    By initially focusing on Member Value and Organizational Effectiveness, the Chamber provides a platform that
         enables and supports strong and effective Partnering, effective Public Policy advocacy and successful
                                           Economic Development efforts.

DELIVER GREATER                        MAXIMIZE THE
       VALUE TO                        CHAMBER'S
       MEMBERS                         ORGANIZATIONAL
                                       EFFECTIVENESS
                                                                                  1               2
                  1               2
                                                                                   BY 2020, WE ARE
                    BY 2020, WE ARE                                                  THE LEADING
                      THE LEADING                                                   COMMUNITY TO
                     COMMUNITY TO                                                 LIVE, WORK, LEARN
                                                                                   AND PLAY IN THE              SUPPORT
              5
                   LIVE, WORK, LEARN
                    AND PLAY IN THE    3                          PROMOTE     5       SOUTHEAST.
                                                                                                      3        ECONOMIC
                       SOUTHEAST.                                 REGIONAL                                   DEVELOPMENT
                                                              PARTNERSHIPS                                      EFFORTS

                          4
                                                                                         4                   IN THE REGION

                                                                                   INFLUENCE PUBLIC
                                                                                        POLICY

                  Short Term                       Medium Term                        Long Term

                                       18 Months
                                                                     36 Months
                                                                                                          54 Months
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SANDY SPRINGS/PERIMETER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
STRATEGIC PLAN 2014 - 2019

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
OBJECTIVES
                                      1. Consistently deliver a portfolio of value-based, innovative
PRIORITY 1:                              programming
                                         Programming is the most visible aspect of member participation and
DELIVER GREATER                          involvement. To consistently provide value, the program portfolio requires a
                                         rigorous and disciplined evaluation process during ideation, development, and
VALUE TO MEMBERS                         operations. Additionally, member involvement is crucial to generating fresh
                                         and innovative ideas.
                                      2. Increase focus on recognizing and celebrating member businesses
                                         Structures opportunities that enable networking, brand promotion, and
                                         general business promotion to provide a very tangible benefit to current and
                                         prospective members.
                                      3. Ensure a positive experience and drive stronger engagement from
                                         member and non-member businesses
The ability to consistently engage       Builds and systemically embeds a culture that actively strives for strong and
members, provide a positive              positive chamber experiences across the membership lifecycle. Provides a
experience, and provide them value       basis for member satisfaction and recruiting prospective members..
that meets their needs and
expectations is crucial to building   HOW WE WILL MEASURE SUCCESS*
the basic foundation of the
                                      1a. Create new business opportunities through high-quality programming
Chamber. This basic building block
supports the ability to grow          1b. Innovative programs published through highly respected avenues
                                         (either an organization or journal/magazine)
membership and rise above the
competition.                          2a. Spotlight opportunities provided to new businesses
                                      3a. Participation rates overall and ration of members/to non-members

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                                      *Note: Measures are subject to change as initiatives are evaluated, scheduled, and implemented
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
                                      • Restaurant Council
PRIORITY 1:                           • Expanded value of top leadership level with small group/personal
DELIVER GREATER                         access to local, state and federal leaders
                                      • Executive roundtable
VALUE TO MEMBERS                      • Improved website
                                            • Incorporated online small business education tools into the
                                              website
                                            • Made it easier for members to promote their products and
                                              services on the website
The ability to consistently engage    • Additional tiers of corporate membership
members, provide a positive           • Established the SSPC Gala as an annual event
experience, and provide them value
that meets their needs and            • New member orientation and training
expectations is crucial to building   • Dramatic improvement to retention of members
the basic foundation of the           • Increased attendance at events
Chamber. This basic building block
supports the ability to grow          • Ramped up Business Bridge (e.g., mentorship, workplace learning)
membership and rise above the           and “Principal for a Day” to help businesses get involved with schools
competition.
                                       ACTIONS TO CONSIDER
                                      • Re-evaluate lowest membership tier
                                      • Consider reducing price for members at luncheons
                                      • Enhance our ability match businesses with workforce
                                        initiatives
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OBJECTIVES
                                      1. Expand the member base
PRIORITY 2:                              The outward sign of the Chamber’s effectiveness is driven by a strong membership
                                         strategy that incorporates a broad evaluation of prospective members and drives
MAXIMIZE THE                             strong member lifecycle management.
                                      2. Drive stronger engagement and accountability from Chamber leadership,
CHAMBER’S                                staff and volunteers
                                         Implement a governance and accountability system that drives a culture of
ORGANIZATIONAL                           collaboration, collegiality, desire to serve, and ultimately supports effective
                                         operations.
EFFECTIVENESS                         3. Address ongoing support and resource needs as the Chamber grows
                                         Assess, plan, and implement initiatives to address people, process, and technology
                                         needs to support current and future operations.

Fundamental and critical in           4. Expand communication and awareness of the Chamber’s value
                                         Establish a marketing communications plan.
delivering greater value to Chamber
members is an operationally
effective and financially stable      HOW WE MEASURE SUCCESS*
organization. The Chamber strives     1a. Growth in Chamber membership
to maximize it’s organizational       2a. Board member attendance rate to invited events (e.g., board meetings and
effectiveness by focusing on              events)
expanding its membership base,        2b. Member involvement in programs as volunteers
creating systems for stronger         2c. Annual survey and event survey responses that specify “Significantly
                                          favorable” rating
engagement from all Chamber
                                      3a. Balance resources and work week hours of chamber staff
stakeholders, and addressing
                                      4a. Growth in membership renewal rate
operational resource needs.
                                      4d. Total event attendance

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                                      *Note: Measures are subject to change as initiatives are evaluated, scheduled, and implemented
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
                                      • 48% increase in memberships (from 328 to 485)
PRIORITY 2:
                                      • Ambassador involvement - 25 Ambassadors providing volunteer
MAXIMIZE THE                            assistance.
CHAMBER’S                             • Small Business Academy
                                      • Virtual Small Business Video Library
ORGANIZATIONAL
                                      • Restaurant Council Events – Food that Rocks, Restaurant Week,
EFFECTIVENESS                           Kick-off Cookout
                                      • Health and Wellness Council
                                      • Sandy Springs Under 40
Fundamental and critical in
delivering greater value to Chamber   • Fashion Show Charity Event for The Drake House
members is an operationally           • Scholarship Fund for Sandy Springs students
effective and financially stable
organization. The Chamber strives
to maximize it’s organizational
effectiveness by focusing on
expanding its membership base,        ACTIONS TO CONSIDER
creating systems for stronger
engagement from all Chamber           • Event surveys
stakeholders, and addressing          • Role clarity for chamber staff
operational resource needs.           • Work entry and prioritization process/empowerment for staff
                                      • Continue to build the Chamber’s ability to support committees

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OBJECTIVES
                                        1. Drive small and mid-sized business (SMB) retention, recruitment and
PRIORITY 3:                                job-creation efforts
                                           SMB is a target growth area for SSPC and has been identified as a significant
SUPPORT ECONOMIC                           focus area by the City of Sandy Springs.
                                        2. Create and promote key industry councils
DEVELOPMENT                                Several key industries important to direct and indirect economic health of the
                                           region sit within the SSPC area. Care and feeding of these industries creates a
EFFORTS IN THE                             virtuous circle of industry ecosystem development.

REGION                                  3. Promote the Sandy Springs / Perimeter region as the best place to
                                           live, work, learn, and play
                                           The promotion of the SSPC region reinforces the message that the Chamber is
                                           focused on a prosperous business environment and quality of life for the
                                           whole community.
Once the foundation for an effective
organization is built and on a
positive trajectory, the Chamber will   HOW WE MEASURE SUCCESS*
be able launch more robust and
                                        1a. Growth in local jobs available
involved economic development
activities. The Chamber will hone in    1b. Growth of local business via new business licenses and offices opened
on areas that plug into and enhance     2a. Industry promotion by establishing and supporting targeted industry
the activity of current economic            councils
development organizations. Key          3a. Growth in per capita income (a macro measure of economic
opportunities exist within the small        prosperity)
& mid-sized business (SMB)              3b. Growth of credentialed and employable workforce available to
segment, key regional industries,           employers
and promotion of the region to          3c. Growth in local open job positions filled with regional talent
support attraction and retention
efforts.
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                                        *Note: Measures are subject to change as initiatives are evaluated, scheduled, and implemented
OBJECTIVES
                                      1. Coordinate bilateral communications between government and
PRIORITY 4:                              businesses
                                         Serve as the liaison between government and businesses within the
INFLUENCE PUBLIC                         region and constantly bridge the communication gap between the two
                                         bodies.
POLICY
                                      2. Strengthen relationships at the local and state level
                                         Build stronger relationships at both the local and state levels of
                                         government – these influential relationships greatly benefit members
                                         and would provide a channel to address their public policy needs.

                                      3. Advocate for policy development at the local and state level
                                         Find ways to represent their member community for new policies and
To support strong economic               regulations being developed that could affect the regions they serve.
development, the Chamber will be
the preeminent advocate for public    HOW WE WILL MEASURE SUCCESS*
policies that foster a pro-business
environment.                          1a/2a/3a. Number of government officials actively engaged with board
                                                and or committee seats
                                      2b/3b. Targeted government official participation rate in events
                                      2c/3c. Passing rate for legislation and motions supported by the Chamber

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                                      *Note: Measures are subject to change as initiatives are evaluated, scheduled, and implemented
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR PRIORITIES 3 AND 4
                                      • Providing members guidance with zoning and support for Mercedes
PRIORITY 4:                             rezoning request
INFLUENCE PUBLIC                      • Opposition of the Religious Freedom Act
                                      • Promotion of T-SPLOST
POLICY
                                      • Sandy Springs Technology and Innovation Center
                                      • Support of the Governor’s proposed Opportunity School District
                                      • Workforce Development improvements
                                        • Culinary Arts program feeding the Restaurant Council at Riverwood HS
                                        • Health Sciences Initiative with North Springs HS and Sandy Springs
To support strong economic                Middle with Kaiser Permanente and Northside Hospital
development, the Chamber will be
the preeminent advocate for public      • Skilled Trades Initiative with ACE and local businesses
policies that foster a pro-business     • “CEO for a Day Program” for school administrators and teachers
environment.                            • Working with SSEF to ensure all high school seniors have plans and
                                          achievable goals for post-secondary opportunities
                                        • Advocating for strong academic programs and specialized tracks that
                                          meet the workforce demands in our community (e.g., culinary arts,
                                          film, health sciences, IT, and engineering)
                                      • Promoting City Springs
                                      • Working to finalize the creation of a CEO Council

                                      ACTIONS TO CONSIDER
                                      • Powers Ferry Business Alliance
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OBJECTIVES
                                       1. Foster collaboration and coordination
PRIORITY 5:                               The first step in achieving positive partnership momentum is through
                                          identification and development of those relationships that drive the most value.
PROMOTE REGIONAL
                                       2. Identify regional issues and set priorities
PARTNERSHIPS                              The proactive engagement of partners and members to identify, prioritize and
                                          drive key issues will bring consistency of public policy and economic
                                          development across the region.

                                       3. Catalyze formal partnership
                                          In order to successfully develop partnerships, perform an honest assessment of
                                          the Chamber needs, map those against possible partnerships to drive the most
                                          value, and develop a strategy to engage targeted partners.
Partnerships will play a key role in
delivering on the longer term vision
of one community in the Perimeter
                                       HOW WE WILL MEASURE SUCCESS*
region. Strong partnerships drive an   2a. SSPC plays a leadership role in key regional issues (e.g., TSPLOST)
expansion of membership value and      1a/3a. Nurture partnerships by maintaining and expanding formal
therefore net new membership.                 relationships with regional professional organizations
Additionally, the partnerships         1a/3a. Seek out and participate (i.e., board seats) in influential regional
support a consolidated block of               organizations
voices to represent businesses
across community lines. This single
voice enables a stronger and more
effective influence to public policy
and economic development across
the region.

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                                       *Note: Measures are subject to change as initiatives are evaluated, scheduled, and implemented
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR PRIORITY 5
PRIORITY 5:
                                       • Conducted in-depth discussions on consolidation with the
PROMOTE REGIONAL                         Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce, Brookhaven Chamber of
                                         Commerce, and the Perimeter Business Alliance. The outcome was
PARTNERSHIPS                             that Dunwoody, Brookhaven and PBA chose to stay independent.
                                         SSPC will focus on leading by example.

Partnerships will play a key role in
delivering on the longer term vision
of one community in the Perimeter
region. Strong partnerships drive an
expansion of membership value and
therefore net new membership.
Additionally, the partnerships
support a consolidated block of
voices to represent businesses
across community lines. This single
voice enables a stronger and more
effective influence to public policy
and economic development across
the region.

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                                        *Note: Measures are subject to change as initiatives are evaluated, scheduled, and implemented
SANDY SPRINGS/PERIMETER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
STRATEGIC PLAN 2014 - 2019

PROGRAM & INITIATIVE ROADMAP
PROGRAM & INITIATIVE ROADMAP
The following roadmap illustrates the major strategic programs aligned to each priority and their execution timeframe
 (short, medium, to long-term) – this allows the Chamber Leadership to focus and align resources to major programs
                                            identified in the strategic plan.
                Short Term              Medium Term               Long Term             Vision
                          18 Months                           36 Months                     54+ Months
                                                                                                                             By 2020, Sandy
                                                                                      Brand Sandy                         Springs is the best
       Assess progress
                                                                                        Springs
       against strategy                                                                                                       place to work,
                                                                    Formalize                             Membership          live, learn and
                                                                     Project                             Benchmarking             play in the
                                                                   Management                                                      Southeast
                                                                                           Educate
                                                                                         members on
       Membership strategy and implementation                                             legislation
                                                                                                                   Develop and manage
                                                                                                                      partnerships

                           New and in-flight program assessment
                                                                                                                          Develop and
                                                                                                                         manage public
                                                                                                                              policy
                                                                                                                        relationships and
                                                                                                                         advocacy plans

                                        Board Effectiveness

                                                                                                                                                Legend
                                                                                                                                                   Member Value
                                                 Volunteer and            Develop and nurture economic                                             Effectiveness
                     IT Strategy
                                                support pipeline            development relationships                                              Economic Development
                                                                                                                                                   Public Policy
                                                                                                                                                   Partnerships
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30/60/90 DAY PLAN
                 First 30 days                                            30-60 Days Out                                      60-90 Days Out

• Recruit volunteer members passionate about           • Continue to run weekly status meetings to             • Begin work on medium and long-term initiatives
  particular initiatives                                 ensure projects are completing and initiative
                                                                                                               • Revisit initiative dependency maps and adjust if
                                                         leaders feel that they are being held
        • The more volunteer help, the more                                                                      required
                                                         accountable
          initiatives that can be tackled
                                                                                                               • Set a date for a 180-day progress report against
                                                       • Begin to estimate and plan medium and long-
• Develop a plan for quick wins*                                                                                 initiatives to provide a firm milestone for
                                                         term initiatives
                                                                                                                 initiatives owners to hit
        • Determine resource needs for high-
                                                       • Communicate successes and wins from short-
          priority, quick-win initiatives – needs                                                              • Be careful not to over-commit. Focus on
                                                         term initiatives
          includes the skills and relationships                                                                  successfully completing and communicating a few
                                                       • Build on the momentum being generated and               key quick wins before trying to take on bigger,
        • Estimate number of hours required
                                                         recruit additional volunteers to help with              longer term initiatives
          for each initiative
                                                         medium and long-term initiatives
        • Determine capacity (hours available)
                                                       • Begin to add new initiatives that come in
          from key staff resources and
                                                         through suggestions from implementation
          volunteers who will do the work
                                                         teams and member
        • Build a high-level workplan with
                                                                • Prioritize the new initiatives against the
          milestones and schedule targets for
                                                                  criteria in the same way
          each project
                                                                • Look at new rankings and adjust which
        • Assign an initiative lead and sponsor
                                                                  projects start when as necessary
          for each project
• Develop a process to govern the initiatives
        • Establish a weekly status call to
          review progress against each
          initiative
        • Identify areas that will require help
          from leadership to break down
          barriers or make connections
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          *Note: See Appendix for Initiative maps of effort vs. benefit
SANDY SPRINGS/PERIMETER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
STRATEGIC PLAN 2014 - 2019

APPENDIX
APPENDIX -- TABLE OF CONTENTS
KEY PRIORITY AND METRICS                 20

PRIORITY 1: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW       21

PRIORITY 2: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW       24

PRIORITY 3: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW       28

PRIORITY 4: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW       31

PRIORITY 5: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW       34

PROGRAM & INITIATIVE DETAILED ROAD MAP   37

INITIATIVE DEPENDENCY MAP                38

MONITORING KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS       41

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KEY PRIORITY METRICS & TARGETS

                                            Metric                        Target
                                   Financial Profitability of      25% increase in the
                                        the Chamber               Chamber’s revenue Y/Y
    PRIORITY 1: DELIVER GREATER
            VALUE TO MEMBERS                                    100% of the board marks
                                      Board Satisfaction         “Satisfied” or above in the
                                                                     satisfaction survey
                                  NPS Score for Membership
      PRIORITY 2: MAXIMIZE THE
    CHAMBER’S ORGANIZATIONAL
                                         Satisfaction            Maintain 85% NPS Score
                 EFFECTIVENESS     Would you recommend the
                                          chamber?
                                    Number of Chamber-
  PRIORITY 3: SUPPORT ECONOMIC                                  Drive or support 7 economic
    DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS IN THE        Driven Economic
                                                                   development projects
                         REGION     Development Projects
                                     Number of Regional          Maintain 5 Partnerships
  PRIORITY 5: PROMOTE REGIONAL
                                                                 with regional professional
                  PARTNERSHIPS         Partnerships                    organizations

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OBJECTIVES
                                      1. Consistently deliver a portfolio of value-based, innovative
PRIORITY 1:                              programming
                                         Programming is the most visible aspect of member participation and
DELIVER GREATER                          involvement. To consistently provide value, the program portfolio must
                                         require evaluation rigor and discipline in ideation, development, and
VALUE TO MEMBERS                         operations. Additionally, member involvement is crucial to bring fresh and
                                         innovative ideas.
                                      2. Increase focus on recognizing and celebrating member businesses.
                                         Structures opportunities that enable networking, brand promotion, and
                                         general business promotion to provide a very tangible benefit to current and
                                         prospective members.
                                      3. Ensure a positive experience and drive stronger engagement from
                                         member and non-member businesses.
The ability to consistently engage       Builds and systemically embeds a culture that actively strives for strong and
members, provide a positive              positive member experiences across the membership lifecycle. Provides a
experience, and provide them value       basis for member satisfaction, and non-member development.
that meets their needs and
expectations is crucial to building   HOW WE WILL MEASURE SUCCESS*
the basic foundation of the
                                      1a. Programming creates at least one (1) new business opportunity per
Chamber. This basic building block        member per quarter
supports the ability to grow
                                      2a. Publish one (1) or more programs through two (2) highly respected
membership and rise above the
                                          avenues (either organization or journal/magazine)
competition.
                                      2b. Member recognition program executes at least 15 spotlight
                                          opportunities for new businesses
                                      3a. Participation rate at events is a proxy for engagement; Each event is
                                          unique in its targeting, but should meet or exceed 100% participation
                                          target; Average ratio of event attendance should be 80/20 member to
                                          non-member to ensure prospect exposure and development
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                                      *Note: Measures are subject to change as initiatives are evaluated, scheduled, and implemented
PRIORITY 1:
  PRIORITY 1: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW                                                                DELIVER GREATER VALUE TO MEMBERS

1.1 Consistently deliver a portfolio of value-based, innovative programming

1.1.1: New program approval and prioritization system: Develop and implement an assessment system for all programming proposals to be scored,
       evaluated, and approved.
1.1.2: In-flight program assessment system: Develop and implement a system to evaluate in-flight programs.
1.1.3: Member-driven programming: Leverage the membership and community leaders to identify, build and deliver innovative programming.

1.2 Increase focus on recognizing and celebrating member businesses

1.2.1: Member recognition program: Develop and implement a formal recognition program that incorporates membership tiers, rewards programs, and
       incentives.
1.2.2: Member spotlights: Create opportunities at select member events (including board meetings) to spotlight new members and guests of members.
1.2.3: Member referral program: Design and implement a member referral recognition program.

1.3 Ensure a positive experience and drive stronger engagement from member
    and non-member businesses
1.3.1: On-boarding and exit program: Establish on-boarding and exiting programs for members.
1.3.2: Non-member participation: Identify and implement opportunities to involve non-members in programming.
1.3.3: Member feedback channels: Establish formal member feedback mechanisms.
1.3.4: Refined new member orientation: Evaluate and refine new member orientation program. Involve existing members to plan/execute/educate new
       members.
1.3.5: Member buddy system: Establish a member buddy system (match like-sized businesses together to ensure communications and involvement) to
       support the new member orientation. Reinforce the program by assigning a buddy for the new member to support the following year.
1.3.6: Membership benchmarking program: Conduct research on the Chamber’s members and its prospective members to determine what makes a company
       a successful Chamber member.

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PRIORITY 1:
PRIORITY 1: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW                                                                               DELIVER GREATER VALUE TO MEMBERS

Row #                ID                Initiative Short Description                Benefit       Effort         Timing      Rank            Dependency          Owner
  1                 1.1.1   New program approval and prioritization system         3 - High     3 - High        1 - Short       6.72          None        Program Chair
  2                 1.1.2   In-flight program assessment system                    3 - High     3 - High        1 - Short       6.15          None        Program Chair
  3                 1.1.3   Member-driven programming                              3 - High     3 - High       2 - Medium       6.61          1.1.1       Program Chair
  4                 1.2.1   Member recognition program                            2 - Medium   2 - Medium       1 - Short       6.75           2.1.1      Membership Chair
  5            1.2.1A Member spotlights                                           2 - Medium   2 - Medium       1 - Short       5.34           2.1.1      Membership Chair
  6            1.2.1B Member referral program                                     2 - Medium   2 - Medium       1 - Short       5.88           2.1.1      Membership Chair
  7                 1.3.1   On-boarding and exit program                           3 - High     3 - High        1 - Short       6.15           2.1.1      Membership Chair
  8                 1.3.2   Non-member participation                                1 - Low     1 - Low         1 - Short       4.47           2.1.1      Membership Chair
  9                 1.3.3   Member feedback channels                              2 - Medium   2 - Medium       1 - Short       6.15           2.1.1      Membership Chair
 10                 1.3.4   Refined new member orientation                         3 – High    2 - Medium       1 - Short       6.72           2.1.1      Membership Chair
 11                 1.3.5   Member buddy system                                   2 – Medium    1 - Low         1 - Short       4.77           1.3.1      Membership Chair
 12                 1.3.6   Membership benchmarking program                        3 - High     3 - High        3 - Long        2.48          None        ED
           High

                                                                             10                                       1                12
                                                                                                           7    3           2                          Rank (by Score)

                                                                                                                                                           L    0-3
 Benefit
           Medium

                                                                             6      4 9
                                     11                               5                                                                                   M     3-6

                                                                                                                                                          H     6+
                                       8
           Low

                                     Low                                  Medium                                    High
                                                                          Effort
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OBJECTIVES
                                      1. Expand the member base
PRIORITY 2:                              The outward sign of the Chamber’s effectiveness is driven by a strong membership
                                         strategy that incorporates the full member opportunity set and drives strong
MAXIMIZE THE                             member lifecycle management.
                                      2. Drive stronger engagement and accountability from Chamber leadership,
CHAMBER’S                                staff and volunteers
                                         Implement a governance and accountability system that drives a culture of
ORGANIZATIONAL                           collaboration, collegiality, desire to serve, and ultimately supports effective
                                         operations.
EFFECTIVENESS                         3. Address ongoing support and resource needs as the Chamber grows
                                         Assess, plan, and implement initiatives to address people, process, and technology
                                         needs to support current and future operations.

Fundamental and critical in           4. Expand communication and awareness of the Chamber’s value
                                         Establish a marketing communications plan.
delivering greater value to Chamber
members is an operationally           HOW WE WILL MEASURE SUCCESS*
effective and financially stable
                                      1a. Increase membership base to exceed 450 member target (18-month Target)
organization. The Chamber strives
                                      2a. Improve attendance of board members for invited events (board meetings
to maximize it’s organizational           and events) to 100%
effectiveness by focusing on          2b. Increase chamber member signups for volunteer needs to 15% of
expanding its membership base,            membership
creating systems for stronger         2c. Improve annual survey and event survey responses to average a
engagement from all Chamber               “Significantly favorable” rating
stakeholders, and addressing          3a. Support resource balancing by maintaining 40 hour work week for chamber
operational resource needs.               staff
                                      4a. Improve membership renewal rate to 85% year over year
                                      4b. Improve members referring prospects to 5%
                                      4c. Target total membership increase due to referrals at 5% or more
                                      4d. Improve total event attendance to 20% increase year over year
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                                      *Note: Measures are subject to change as initiatives are evaluated, scheduled, and implemented
PRIORITY 2: MAXIMIZE THE CHAMBER'S
  PRIORITY 2: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW                                                                       ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

2.1 Expand membership base

2.1.1: Membership strategy: Design and implement a membership strategy to develop and attract target members and retain current members. Take into
       account membership lifecycle.
2.1.2: Member input into strategy: Implement a mechanism that engages the membership to identify goals and needs. This mechanism should help drive
       appropriate segmentation, targeting, and positioning of Chamber services.
2.1.3: Value-driven membership pricing: Evaluate, refine, and implement a pricing model that clarifies the Chamber's value proposition. Determine and
       assign a value to each aspect of a membership and consider add-on service choices. Articulate the values in membership materials. ("xxx, a $x value.")

2.2 Drive stronger engagement and accountability from Chamber leadership,
    staff, and volunteers
2.2.1: Committee-structured operations: Establish and maintain targeted committees and task forces to support the development and implementation of
       Chamber priorities.
2.2.2: Board orientation: Develop and implement an education and orientation program for board members, volunteers, and staff regarding their respective
       Chamber roles and responsibilities.
2.2.3: Evaluate board (governance) effectiveness: Set standards and measure board, committee and organizational effectiveness. Evaluate and, if needed,
       update the board and committee, bylaws, organizational structure, responsibilities/accountabilities/processes/policies (i.e., overall governance).
2.2.4: Formalize project management: Establish a project management discipline, including: management process, needs analysis, planning, prioritizing,
       program development, implementation, management, and evaluation.
2.2.5: Collaborative culture: Develop and foster a culture of collaboration, involvement and desire to support the Chamber.

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PRIORITY 2: MAXIMIZE THE CHAMBER'S
  PRIORITY 2: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW                                                                         ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

2.3 Address ongoing support and resource needs as the Chamber grows

2.3.1: Volunteer and support pipeline: Establish and maintain an appropriate volunteer and support staff recruiting, training, recognition, and accountability
       system. Implement a program that partners with members to identify and develop future community leaders (i.e., nominate for executive loan
       program that is hooked into Leadership Sandy Springs).
2.3.2: Assess progress against strategy: Establish a strategic planning review cycle that periodically evaluates the progress of the Chamber against goals and
       objectives.
2.3.3: IT strategy: Identify, develop and implement a strategy to invest in information technology that supports and advances Chamber goals and initiatives.

2.4 Expand communication and awareness of the Chamber’s value.

2.4.1: Marketing communications plan: Evaluate and revise the marketing communications plan to promote key initiatives, programs, products, and services
       (e.g., social media, print and digital media, PR and member collaboration).

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PRIORITY 2: MAXIMIZE THE CHAMBER'S
PRIORITY 2: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW                                                                                    ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

Row #                ID               Initiative Short Description               Benefit           Effort      Timing          Rank   Dependency           Owner
  1                 2.1.1   Membership strategy                                  3 - High          3 - High    1 - Short       4.14       None       Membership Chair
  2                 2.1.2   Member input into strategy                           3 - High        2 - Medium    1 - Short       6.47       2.1.1      Membership Chair
  3                 2.1.3   Value-driven membership pricing                      3 - High          1 - Low     1 - Short       7.56       2.1.1      Membership Chair
  4                 2.2.1   Committee-structured operations                     2 - Medium        1 - Low      1 - Short       7.22       2.2.3      Board Chair
  5                 2.2.2   Board orientation                                    3 - High         3 - High     1 - Short       6.15       2.2.3      Board Chair, ED
  6                 2.2.3   Evaluate board (governance) effectiveness            1 - Low         2 - Medium    1 - Short       6.19       None       Board Chair, ED
  7                 2.2.4   Formalize project management                        2 - Medium       2 - Medium   2 - Medium       4.76       None       ED
  8                 2.2.5   Collaborative culture                                3 - High         3 - High     1 - Short       5.04       2.2.3      Board Chair, ED
  9                 2.3.1   Volunteer and support pipeline                       3 - High        2 - Medium    1 - Short       6.5        None       Executive Comm.
 10                 2.3.2   Assess progress against strategy                     3 - High        2 - Medium    1 - Short       4.21       None       Executive Comm.
 11                 2.3.3   IT strategy                                         2 - Medium       2 - Medium    1 - Short       6.72       None       Executive Comm., ED
 12                 2.4.1   Marketing communications plan                        3 - High        2 - Medium    1 - Short       7.91   2.1.1 and 2.1.3 ED

                                                                                         9
           High

                                            3                                                                              5
                                                                     12    10                2                                    1               Rank (by Score)
                                                                                                                    8

                                                                                                                                                       L    0-3
 Benefit
           Medium

                                            4                             11         7                                                                M     3-6

                                                                                                                                                      H     6+
           Low

                                                                                 6

                                      Low                                  Medium                                       High
                                                                           Effort
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OBJECTIVES
                                        1. Drive small and mid-sized business (SMB) retention, recruitment and
PRIORITY 3:                                job-creation efforts
                                           SMB is a target growth area for SSPC and has been identified as needing the
SUPPORT ECONOMIC                           most attention by the City of Sandy Springs.
                                        2. Create and promote key industry councils
DEVELOPMENT                                Several key industries important to direct and indirect economic health of the
                                           region sit within the SSPC area. Care and feeding of these industries creates a
EFFORTS IN THE                             virtuous circle of industry ecosystem development.

REGION                                  3. Promote the Sandy Springs / Perimeter region as the best place to
                                           live, work, learn, and play
                                           The promotion of the SSPC region reinforces the message that the chamber is
                                           focused not only on a prosperous and growing business environment, but a
                                           well balanced and vibrant quality of life for the whole community.
Once the foundation for an effective
organization is built and on a
positive trajectory, the Chamber will   HOW WE WILL MEASURE SUCCESS*
be able launch more robust and
                                        1a. Increase the number of local jobs available by 10%
involved economic development
activities. The Chamber will hone in    1b. Improve local business growth with 25% increase in new business
                                            licenses and 5 new offices opened
on areas that plug into and enhance
the activity of current economic        2a. Support industry growth by creating and supporting a council for each
development organizations. Key              of three targeted industries
opportunities exist within the small    3a. Increase the macro measure of economic prosperity in the region, per
& mid-sized (SMB) business                  capita income, by 5%
segment, key regional industries,       3b. Increase the credentialed and employable workforce available to
and promotion of the region to              employers by 10%
support attraction and retention        3c. Target an increase in local open positions filled with regional talent by
efforts.                                    15%
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                                        *Note: Measures are subject to change as initiatives are evaluated, scheduled, and implemented
PRIORITY 3: SUPPORT ECONOMIC
  PRIORITY 3: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW                                                                      DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS IN THE REGION

3.1 Drive small & mid-sized business retention, recruitment and job-creation
    efforts
3.1.2: Economic development relationships: Identify and develop relationships with key economic development players.
3.1.3: Economic development data analytics: Create and enable an economic development committee (EDC) to seek out, form, and oversee a representative
       business council to gather insights and intelligence on member and general business economic development issues.

3.2 Create and promote key industry councils

3.2.1: Industry councils: Develop and implement plan to create and support leading industry councils to promote industry growth and health in the region;
       i.e., healthcare, restaurant, and retail industries to start. Develop initial thought on council purpose, drivers of success (CSF's), key stakeholders and
       influencers, cadence, and structure; ensure Chamber is integrated to support goals (committee oversight, city/state facilitation, etc.).

3.3 Promote the Sandy Springs / Perimeter region as the best place to live,
    work, learn, and play
3.3.1: Brand Sandy Springs: Partner with the Sandy Springs / Perimeter region government entities and membership to develop and implement a branding
       campaign.

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PRIORITY 3: SUPPORT ECONOMIC
PRIORITY 3: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW                                                                      DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS IN THE REGION

Row #                ID           Initiative Short Description     Benefit       Effort     Timing          Rank   Dependency               Owner
  1                 3.1.1   Economic development relationships    2 - Medium   2 - Medium   1 - Short       2.27      3.1.2     Economic Dev. Committee
  2                 3.1.2   Economic development data analytics   2 - Medium   2 - Medium   1 - Short       2.27     None       Economic Dev. Committee
  3                 3.2.1   Industry councils                      3 - High     3 - High    1 - Short       5.52     None       Economic Dev. Committee
  4                 3.3.1   Brand Sandy Springs                    3 - High     3 - High    3 - Long        4.45     None       Marketing Chair
           High

                                                                                                        3     4
                                                                                                                                   Rank (by Score)

                                                                                                                                        L      0-3
 Benefit
           Medium

                                                                   1 2                                                                 M       3-6

                                                                                                                                       H       6+
           Low

                                     Low                           Medium                                   High
                                                                    Effort

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OBJECTIVES
                                      1. Coordinate bilateral communications between government and
PRIORITY 4:                              businesses
                                         Serve as the liaison between government and businesses within the
INFLUENCE PUBLIC                         region and constantly bridge the communication gap between the two
                                         bodies.
POLICY
                                      2. Strengthen relationships at the local and state level
                                         Build stronger relationships at both the local and state levels of
                                         government – these influential relationships greatly benefit members
                                         and would provide a channel to address their public policy needs.

                                      3. Advocate for policy development at the local and state level
                                         Find ways to represent their member community for new policies and
To support strong economic               regulations being developed that could affect the regions they serve.
development, the Chamber will be
the preeminent advocate for public    HOW WE WILL MEASURE SUCCESS
policies that foster a pro-business
environment.                          1a/2a/3a. Increase the number of government officials with board and or
                                               committee seats to at least five
                                      2b/3b. Increase the chamber event participation rate of targeted
                                             government officials to at least 65%
                                      2c/3c. Target a 75% passing rate for legislation and motions supported by
                                              the chamber

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                                      *Note: Measures are subject to change as initiatives are evaluated, scheduled, and implemented
PRIORITY 4:
  PRIORITY 4: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW                                                                                INFLUENCE PUBLIC POLICY

4.1 Coordinate bilateral communications between government and businesses

4.1.1: Member education on legislation: Monitor local, state and federal legislation and regulations and collate/communicate key issues to membership.
4.1.2: Gather member legislation concerns: Implement a member policy issues collection mechanism to bring concerns to key public officials.
4.1.3: Voice member legislation concerns externally: Implement an awareness program for local, state, and federal representatives on Chamber
       membership key issues.

4.2 Strengthen relationships at the local and state level

4.2.1: Advocacy relationship plan: Develop a relationship management program that positions the Chamber to effectively lobby government officials.
4.2.2: Members' role in advocacy: Implement a grassroots membership advocacy program.

4.3 Advocate for policy development at the local and state level

4.3.1: Advocacy plan: Build and implement an advocacy program that identifies key stakeholders and key steps to advocate effectively at the local and state
       level.

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PRIORITY 4:
PRIORITY 4: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW                                                                                  INFLUENCE PUBLIC POLICY

Row #                ID           Initiative Short Description    Benefit       Effort      Timing       Rank       Dependency                Owner
  1                 4.1.1   Member education on legislation      2 - Medium   2 - Medium    3 - Long     3.64         None       Government Affairs Chair
  2                 4.1.2   Gather member legislation concerns   2 - Medium    1 - Low     2 - Medium    3.03         None       Government Affairs Chair
                            Voice member legislation concerns
  3                 4.1.3                                        2 - Medium   2 - Medium   2 - Medium    3.03          4.1.2     Government Affairs Chair
                            externally
  4                 4.2.1   Advocacy relationship plan            3 - High     3 - High     3 - Long     2.87   4.3.2/4.1.1/4.1.2 Government Affairs Chair
  5                 4.2.2   Members’ role in advocacy             3 - High     3 - High     3 - Long     3.62          4.3.2     Government Affairs Chair
  6                 4.3.2   Advocacy plan                         3 - High     3 - High     3 - Long      3.1         None       Government Affairs Chair
           High

                                                                                                     4   6      5
                                                                                                                                     Rank (by Score)

                                                                                                                                          L      0-3
 Benefit
           Medium

                                     2                            3     1                                                                M       3-6

                                                                                                                                         H       6+
           Low

                                     Low                          Medium                                 High
                                                                   Effort
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OBJECTIVES
                                       1. Foster collaboration and coordination
PRIORITY 5:                               The first step in achieving positive partnership momentum is through
                                          identification and development of those relationships that drive the most value.
PROMOTE REGIONAL
                                       2. Identify regional issues and set priorities
PARTNERSHIPS                              The proactive engagement of partners and members to identify, prioritize and
                                          drive key issues will bring consistency of public policy and economic
                                          development across the region.

                                       3. Catalyze formal partnerships and mergers
                                          In order to successfully develop partnerships, perform an honest assessment of
                                          the chamber needs, map those against possible partnerships to drive the most
                                          value, and develop a strategy to engage targeted partners.
Partnerships will play a key role in
delivering on the longer-term vision   HOW WE WILL MEASURE SUCCESS
of one community in the Perimeter      2a. Develop one regional issue prioritization model to drive acceptable
region. Strong partnerships drive an       and positive resolution to issues
expansion of membership value and
                                       1a/3a. Nurture partnerships by maintaining and expanding five (5) formal
therefore net new membership.                 relationships with regional professional organizations
Additionally, the partnerships
                                       1a/3a. Seek out and participate (i.e., board seats) in influential regional
support a consolidated block of               organizations
voices to represent businesses
across community lines. This single
voice enables a stronger and more
effective influence to public policy
and economic development across
the region.

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                                       *Note: Measures are subject to change as initiatives are evaluated, scheduled, and implemented
PRIORITY 5: PROMOTE
  PRIORITY 5: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW                                                                                     REGIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

5.1 Foster collaboration and coordination

5.1.1: Identify partners: Identify key groups that will help further the Chamber's goals.
5.1.2: Create partnership plan: Develop high level plans for collaboration and coordination with key groups.

4.2 Identify regional issues and set priorities

5.2.1: Identify regional partnerships and set priorities: Create prioritization model for regional issues to target items with the greatest impact to the
       community that SSPC can address.

4.3 Catalyze formal partnerships and mergers

5.3.1: Perform gap analysis and identify partnerships to address: Assess Chamber capabilities and priorities for improvement. Develop strategy and
       roadmap for competitor/partner organizations for build/merge/partner opportunities.

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PRIORITY 5: PROMOTE
PRIORITY 5: INITIATIVE DETAIL VIEW                                                                       REGIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

Row #                ID            Initiative Short Description      Benefit   Effort   Timing   Rank   Dependency               Owner
  1                 5.1.1   Identify Partners                         N/A       N/A      N/A     2.56     None       Executive Comm., ED
  2                 5.1.2   Partnership Plan                          N/A       N/A      N/A     2.56     None       Executive Comm., ED
                            Identify regional partnerships and set
  3                 5.2.1                                             N/A       N/A      N/A     1.48      4.1.2     Executive Comm., ED
                            priorities
                            Perform gap analysis and identify
  4                 5.3.1                                             N/A       N/A      N/A     2.56     None       Executive Comm., ED
                            partnerships to address
           High

                                                                                                                         Rank (by Score)

                                                                                                                             L      0-3
 Benefit
           Medium

                                                                                                                            M       3-6

                                                                                                                             H      6+
           Low

                                     Low                             Medium                      High
                                                                     Effort
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PROGRAM & INITIATIVE ROADMAP
The following roadmap illustrates the major strategic programs aligned to each priority and their execution timeframe
 (short, medium, to long-term) – this allows the Chamber Leadership to focus and align resources to major programs
                                            identified in the strategic plan.
                Short Term              Medium Term               Long Term             Vision
                          18 Months                           36 Months                     54+ Months
                                                                                                                             By 2020, Sandy
                                                                                      Brand Sandy                         Springs is the best
       Assess progress
                                                                                        Springs
       against strategy                                                                                                       place to work,
                                                                    Formalize                             Membership          live, learn and
                                                                     Project                             Benchmarking             play in the
                                                                   Management                                                      Southeast
                                                                                           Educate
                                                                                         members on
       Membership strategy and implementation                                             legislation
                                                                                                                   Develop and manage
                                                                                                                      partnerships

                           New and in-flight program assessment
                                                                                                                          Develop and
                                                                                                                         manage public
                                                                                                                              policy
                                                                                                                        relationships and
                                                                                                                         advocacy plans

                                        Board Effectiveness

                                                                                                                                                Legend
                                                                                                                                                   Member Value
                                                 Volunteer and            Develop and nurture economic                                             Effectiveness
                     IT Strategy
                                                support pipeline            development relationships                                              Economic Development
                                                                                                                                                   Public Policy
                                                                                                                                                   Partnerships
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PROGRAM & INITIATIVE DETAILED ROADMAP
     The following detailed roadmap illustrates the major strategic programs and the corresponding projects identified as
         part of the strategic planning process. See the following slides for the detailed Initiative Dependency Maps.

                                 Short Term                             Medium Term                            Long Term                                          Vision
                                    18 Months                             36 Months                             54+ Months
0           2.3.2                                                                                                                                              Sandy Springs is
                                                                                                  9           3.3.1                    11
                                                                                   7                                                                          the best place to
                                2.4.1                                                                                               1.3.6
                                                                                                                                                               work, live, learn     Program Key
                                                            1.3.4
                                                                                  2.2.4
                                                                                                                                                                and play in the
    2.1.1                       2.1.3           1.3.1                                                                                                                Southeast
                                                            1.3.5                                                                 12          5.3.1
     1                          2.1.2
                                                                                                      10          4.1.1
                                                1.2.1                                                                                                          5.1.1

                                                1.3.3                                                                                                                    5.1.2
                                                1.2.1B                                                                                            5.2.1

                                                1.2.1A
                                                                                                                          2.2.2
                                                1.3.2                                     1.1.3                                                                           4.2.2
                                                                                                                                                          4.2.1

                    1.1.1                                                                                                                                              4.3.2
     2
                    1.1.2

                            3           2.2.3            2.2.5            2.2.1
                                                                                                                                          8           4.1.2            4.1.3
                                                                                                                                                                                   Legend
                                                                                                                                                                                      Member Value
                                                                                                                      3.1.1
                                                                                                                                                                                      Effectiveness
                       4            2.3.3                           5    2.3.1                                                                                                        Economic Development
                                                                                          6           3.1.2                       3.2.1                                               Public Policy
                                                                                                                                                                                      Partnerships

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INITIATIVE DEPENDENCY MAP (1 OF 3)
                                                            Execution Order
           First                        Second                              Third                           Fourth
    2.3.3 Information
   Technology strategy
    6.72       Short-Term

   1.1.1 New program
approval and prioritization
    6.72       Short-Term       1.1.3 Member-driven
                                    programming
  1.1.2 In-flight program        6.61         Mid-Term
        assessment
    6.15       Short-Term

2.3.1 Volunteer and support
          pipeline
    6.50       Short-Term                                         2.2.1 Committee-structured
                                                                          operations
   2.2.3 Evaluate board                                              7.22        Short-Term
                              2.2.5 Collaborative culture
       effectiveness
    6.19       Short-Term        5.04        Short-Term             2.2.2 Board orientation

  2.2.4 Formalize project                                            6.15        Long-Term
       management
    4.76        Mid-Term

   2.3.2 Assess progress
      against strategy
    4.21       Short-Term
                                                                                               Legend
    1.3.6 Membership                                                                                                 Member Value
  benchmarking program                                                                          Initiative Short     Effectiveness
    2.48       Long-Term                                                                          Description        Economic Development
                                                                                               Rank        Time      Public Policy
                                                                                                                     Partnerships
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INITIATIVE DEPENDENCY MAP (2 OF 3)
                                                      Execution Order
          First                      Second                           Third                            Fourth
                                                            1.2.1 Member recognition
                                                                    program
                                                               6.75       Short-Term

                                                             1.3.3 Member feedback
                                                                    channels
                                                               6.15       Short-Term

                                                             1.2.1B Member referral
                                                                    program
                                                               5.88        Mid-Term

                                                            1.2.1A Member spotlights

2.1.1 Membership strategy                                      5.34        Mid-Term

   4.14       Short-Term                                       1.3.2 Non-member
                                                                  participation
                                                               4.47       Short-Term
                                                                                            1.3.4 Refined new member
                                                                                                    orientation
                               2.4.1 Marketing              1.3.1 On-boarding and exit          X.XX         X-Term
                             communications plan                     program
                              7.91       Short-Term            6.15       Short-Term       1.3.5 Member buddy system

                              2.1.3 Value-driven                                                X.XX         X-Term
                              membership pricing
                              7.56       Short-Term                                      Legend
                                                                                                                       Member Value
                            2.1.2 Member input into                                       Initiative Short             Effectiveness
                                    strategy                                                Description                Economic Development
                              6.47       Short-Term                                      Rank        Time              Public Policy
                                                                                                                       Partnerships
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INITIATIVE DEPENDENCY MAP (3 OF 3)
                                                           Execution Order
          First                        Second                               Third                              Fourth

3.3.1 Brand Sandy Springs

   4.45        Long-Term
                                4.1.3 Voice member
                                legislation concerns
                                      externally
4.1.1 Member education on       3.03          Mid-Term
        legislation
   3.64        Long-Term     4.2.1 Advocacy relationship
                                        plan
                                2.87        Long-Term

  4.1.2 Gather member                                               4.2.2 Members’ role in
                                4.3.2 Advocacy plan
   legislation concerns                                                    advocacy
   3.03        Mid-Term         3.10        Long-Term                3.62         Long-Term

5.3.1 Perform gap analysis
                               5.1.1 Identify partners              5.1.2 Partnership plan
and identify partnerships
    NA             NA            NA             NA                    NA              NA

      3.1.2 Economic                                             5.2.1 Identify regional issues
                               3.2.1 Industry councils
development data analytics                                              and set priorities
   2.27       Short-Term        5.52        Short-Term                NA              NA
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                                  3.1.1 Economic                                                                        Member Value
                             development relationships                                             Initiative Short     Effectiveness
                                2.27        Short-Term                                               Description        Economic Development
                                                                                                  Rank        Time      Public Policy
                                                                                                                        Partnerships
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MONITORING KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS
In order to assess the Chamber’s performance against the targets set for each objective, key performance
indicators (“measures”) should be measured according to the appropriate frequency, baselined from historical
records, and tracked against the baseline as well as the target set in order to assess the Chamber’s progress in
delivery against the strategic plan.

To measure achievement of the Chamber’s vision for Sandy Springs/Perimeter to become the leading community
to live, work, learn and play in the Southeast, by 2020, a dashboard or tracker should be used to baseline,
measure, and monitor progress on the vision at a granular level.

The following are considerations for the baselining, measuring, and monitoring of KPIs:

•   Frequency of Collection and Monitoring: how often is the metric measured for evaluation?
•   Metric Collection (measurement) Method: how is the Chamber staff gathering each metric’s point-in-time
    data?
•   Collection (measurement) Level of Effort: how substantial is the effort to collect the required data based on
    the number of metrics and frequency of collection?
•   Corrective Action – Metric Response Plans: what is the response for each metric depending on the progress
    made towards the target?
•   Monitoring Method & Format: what software, platform, or mechanism is the Chamber using?
•   Validity, Availability, and Reliability of Metric Data Source(s): where is the Chamber sourcing it’s performance
    data for each metric?
•   Accessibility of KPI Performance: who has access to the performance data for the Chamber, and how to they
    access it?

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SAMPLE METRICS DASHBOARD

                                          The overall priority indicator
  Key Metric Overview
                                           boxes could summarize the
Panel could identify the
                                          performance of each priority
 overall performance of
                                           by factoring in all measures
 key metrics along with
                                           and targets at the objective
the respective measures
                                                and initiative level
  and status indicators

                                   Performance graphs could be used
The objective overview control     for each selected objective and/or
 panel would list all objectives   key metric to display trend analysis
   by priority along with the      over time and showcase the overall
respective measure and status       increase or decrease in progress
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