The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce is on the lookout for their next group of Chamber Ambassadors for 2026.
Ambassadors are enthusiastic connectors who represent the Chamber in the community, build relationships, and help keep a pulse on local business.
Why become an ambassador?
For you
• Expand your professional network – Connect directly with business owners, community leaders, and decision-makers at weekly events and exclusive gatherings
• Enhance your leadership skills – Develop visibility and influence while representing the Chamber at high-profile community events
• Personal brand building – Elevate your professional reputation as a community connector and trusted resource
For your employer
• Increased business visibility – Your company gains recognition at Chamber events, ribbon cuttings, and networking functions throughout the year
• Stronger community ties – Direct connections to potential clients, partners, and customers across diverse industries
• Employee development – Investment in your professional growth through leadership opportunities and relationship-building experience
• Competitive advantage – Insider knowledge of local business climate helps your company stay ahead of opportunities
For our community
• Stronger business climate – Ambassadors help retain and grow Chamber membership, which strengthens support for all local businesses
• Welcoming environment – You create meaningful connections that help businesses feel supported and engaged
• Grassroots impact – Your ears-on-the-ground feedback helps the Chamber adapt programs to truly serve community needs
What’s involved?
Ambassadors can participate in weekly Chamber Coffees, ribbon cuttings, Business After Hours networking events, and quarterly outreach initiatives. You’ll attend monthly Ambassador lunches and help with signature events like the Annual Banquet and Golf Tournament—all while building relationships that benefit you, your business, and Great Bend.
Nominations are open now through Oct. 1. All Ambassadors must be nominated and voted in by their peers, making this a distinguished honor among the business community.
Submit your nomination at https://members.greatbend.org/form/view/27691
Learn more about the Ambassador Club at https://www.greatbend.org/ambassadors
Questions? Contact Julie Mazouch, Member Success Manager & Ambassador Liaison - jmazouch@greatbend.org, 620-792-2401
The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce is looking for connectors, relationship-builders, and community champions to serve as the welcoming face of our business community.
About the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce
The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce serves as the leading voice for business in Great Bend and Barton County. Committed to fostering a thriving business climate and vibrant community, the Chamber connects local businesses, advocates for pro-growth policies, and provides resources that help entrepreneurs and established companies succeed.
Through its strategic plan, Elevate GBK, the Chamber is focused on positioning Great Bend as a premier destination for business investment, workforce development, and quality of life.
Elevate GBK prioritizes strategic initiatives that strengthen the local economy, enhance community assets, and create sustainable growth opportunities. By bringing together business leaders, community stakeholders, and residents, the Chamber is building a stronger, more prosperous future for Great Bend.
For more information about the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and the Elevate GBK strategic plan, visit greatbend.org or contact us at 620-792-2401.
