Just like a couple beginning a new life together, a new business can use a ribbon-cutting ceremony to show the public that it is open for business. Historically, a ribbon stretched across an entryway signifies that what is behind the ribbon is waiting to be “presented to the world.”
This month, that might be a hot dog eatery or a candy store!
The Valpo Chamber conducts ribbon cuttings to signify the grand opening of a brand new business or new location; the celebration of a special anniversary; the expansion of a business; or, a business under new ownership.
Our role is to assist the owner of the business with their celebration. We post the event on our website and in our newsletter, and send a reminder before the event. On the day of the event, we bring the ceremonial scissors (no running with them!), the camera for the photo op, and the ribbon. Sometimes city officials attend as well. But, the rest is up to the business owner and how they want to celebrate.
Ribbon cuttings are scheduled by request, and vary from month to month. Last year we conducted 22 ribbon cuttings. In July 2012 alone, we have five scheduled ribbon cutting events, marking a record 22 ribbon events so far! (See our website calendar for dates & places.)
Everyone is welcome to attend ribbon cuttings. They are a great way to check out a new business, welcome a new face, or share in the camaraderie of your fellow chamber members.
Join us at a ribbon cutting event, won’t you?
Danielle Oeding
Vice President, Sales & Marketing
oeding@valparaisochamber.org
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