2016 Corporate Brochure - Florida Business Watch

“FBW has added impetus to the connections
GSG has with government decision makers.
We think of FBW as an extension to our
firm’s professional development and
intergovernmental relationships.”
Robert Sheets
“Our FBW membership had an immediate
positive impact, helping us meet and
connect with top level people in Florida.”
Mark Ogles
Florida Business Watch Partners
Florida Business Watch is a trade association serving
the unique needs of government contractors.
Education – Train alongside your government
customers.
Advocacy – Issues impacting government
contractors.
Relationships – Communication and events.
Because we work hand-in-hand with our
government partners, FBW strengthens that
unique relationship in ways other professional
associations simply cannot.
2016 Calendar
All events are subject to change. Most events have a registration fee to which credits can be applied. Some have
limited registrations and early response will increase the ability to attend.
EVENTS
1st Quarter
January 12 – March 11
January 13 & 14
January 22
February 2 & 3
February 3
February 4 & 5
February 25
March 4
March 18
2nd Quarter
May 5 – 7
June 1 – 4
June 2 – 3
3rd Quarter
August 17
August 17
August 18 – 20
August 19
4th Quarter
4th Quarter
4th Quarter
4th Quarter
October 7
November TBD
December 7
December 7
December 8 – 9
FLG Coalition Regional Training
Legislative Session Activities
League of Mayors Fly-In
FCCMA District Training
FLC Legislative Action Days
League of Mayors Roundtable
FCCMA Winter Institute (invitation only)
FCCMA District Training
FCCMA District Training
FCCMA District Training
FLG Coalition Regional Training
League of Mayors Conference
(will include Mayors Mean Business)
FCCMA Annual Conference
FBW session at FCCMA
FLG Coalition Regional Training
FLC Center for Municipal Research Symposium
League of Mayors Roundtable
FLC Annual Conference
FBW session at FLC
Legislative Committee Meetings (invitation only)
City Catalyst Grants Awards (invitation only)
Pre-Legislative Session local meetings
FLG Coalition Regional Training
Local Works Day
FCCMA Fall Symposium
FLC Center for Municipal Research Symposium
League of Mayors Roundtable
FLC Legislative Conference (invitation only)
Central Florida
Tallahassee
Tallahassee
Panhandle
Tallahassee
Tallahassee
Lakeland
Central Florida
Palm Beach
Dade/Broward
Central Florida
Orlando
Lake Buena Vista
Lake Buena Vista
Central Florida
Hollywood
Hollywood
Hollywood
Hollywood
Statewide
Statewide
Statewide
Central Florida
Statewide
TBD
Orlando
Orlando
Orlando
WEBINARS FBW members enjoy free interactive training webinars throughout the year. Webinars are currently scheduled
for January 7, March 3, April 7 and May 5 on topics ranging from Collective Bargaining to Fire Assessment Fees.
ADDITIONAL EVENTS FBW Partners regularly add events throughout the year (i.e. FLC University classes & webinars
and FCCMA regional events). Information on additional events will be made available to FBW members via email.
HOSPITALITY SUITES Florida Business Watch hosts a hospitality suite at the FCCMA and FLC Annual Conferences
exclusively for FBW members and their guests.
2016 Corporate Memberships
There are 2 ways to become an FBW member:
1) Pay the Registration Commitment of your desired level. 100% of your investment will be applied to event
registration fees.
OR
2)Pay the Dues of your desired level.
Membership Level
Sponsor
Signature
Premier
Registration Commitment
$1000
$3000
$6000
Or
or
or
or
Dues (Includes registration credit)
$500
$1500 ($500 credit)
$4000 ($2500 credit)
Member Benefits
Sponsor Members
• Limited to one representative
• Exclusive news, training and event opportunities
• Ability to attend local, regional and statewide trainings of FBW partners
• Free attendance for League of Cities, FCCMA and FBW webinars
• Calendar of government conferences held in FL
• Listing on the FBW member directory
• Communications to government members on the importance of FBW private sector firms
• FBW member ribbon on name badge at partner conferences and events
• FBW logo next to company listing in partner conferences programs
Signature Members
• Up to three representatives receive all benefits above
• Advance notice and sign up for all FBW events
• Ability to participate in City Catalyst Grant Program
• Invitation Only events (as available)
• Ability to submit presentation ideas for training sessions or webinars
• Legislative Session events and activities (as available)
• Company logo on signage at participating conferences
Premier Members
• Up to six representatives receive all benefits above
• Invitation Only events (First Offered)
• Legislative Session events (First Offered)
• Company featured in e-mail to all FBW government members
• Company spotlighted on FBW home page
• Company logo on FBW page in League of Cities Directory
• Information/Training on Florida local government on request
Please call to assess which membership level best suits your firm.
Beth Rawlins, President
Dani Dahlberg, Membership Director
(727) 797-9333 • rawlins@floridabusinesswatch.com (813) 884-3782 • dahlberg@floridabusinesswatch.com
“The Florida Business Watch team truly understands the
importance of the relationship between local government
and the businesses that serve them. Their advocacy on
behalf of their members with the legislature has not only
been beneficial to Jones Edmunds but allowed us to better
serve our clients.” Terri Lowery
FBW’s unique network provides a venue to share
knowledge necessary to both government and
their contractors. Educational events, training and
professional development opens dialog to work
toward common goals.
Together, Florida Business Watch government and
corporate members are a powerful coalition to
better Florida’s economy, influence public policy
and strengthen our communities.
“FBW provides opportunities to work with our government
partners on issues of importance to both of us. This interaction
helps our business be better prepared to meet the evolving
needs of our customers.”
Bryan Reardon
“Florida Business Watch is a valuable partner and resource for
our firm, providing guidance and opportunities that are very
beneficial! A great value!”
Edward Fontanin
City Catalyst Grants
Florida Business Watch and the Florida League of
Mayors partner on the City Catalyst Grant Program,
supporting projects that build community and
enhance the lives of citizens.
FBW members help review applications, select
winners and present awards.
FBW Members from Siemens, GSG, WCA and Seven Trent present award.
Become a Member Today
Beth Rawlins, President
Dani Dahlberg, Membership Director
(727) 797-9333 • rawlins@floridabusinesswatch.com (813) 884-3782 • dahlberg@floridabusinesswatch.com
www.FloridaBusinessWatch.com