Winterville Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors
Winterville Chamber Mission: To unite our businesses and organizations that we serve in order to make a greater impact on the overall quality of life in Winterville
Ambassador Mission: To foster meaningful relationships, strengthen member engagement, and ensure every business feels connected and supported within our Chamber.
Community Involvement
Our Ambassadors are leaders, connectors, and champions of our business community. They serve as an extension of the Chamber team, helping members feel welcomed, informed, and fully engaged in all the opportunities available through Chamber membership.
Ambassadors represent the Chamber at events, serve as mentors to new members, and model leadership within our business community. They are passionate advocates who believe in collaboration, economic growth, and creating a thriving local network.
Through their outreach and engagement, Ambassadors help ensure that every member – new or established – feels connected and confident in navigating the many benefits of Chamber membership.
Our Ambassadors
Aletha Cummings
Homestead Funding Corp.
Contact Aletha Here
April Kelly
The Sure Company
Contact April Here
Lisa Wilson
Off Road Realty
Contact Lisa Here
Marizol Gutierrez
Full Service Flooring
Contact Marizol Here
Ambassador Program Structure
The Chamber Ambassador Program is a leadership opportunity designed to strengthen connections within our business community. Ambassadors serve as welcoming representatives of the Chamber — helping members feel informed, engaged, and supported while promoting the many benefits of membership
Ambassador positions are filled by invitation and based on availability. We seek individuals who are passionate about community involvement, relationship-building, and supporting fellow members.
We are proud to welcome student leaders into this program. Student Ambassadors gain valuable professional experience, expand their networks, and play an active role in supporting our local business community.
If you are interested in learning more about the Ambassador Program, we encourage you to contact the Chamber’s Executive Director for additional information and consideration.
Goals
- To encourage member participation in membership benefits and programs
- To check in with Chamber members needs’ so the Chamber can better assist them
- To promote the Winterville Chamber to new businesses and help them understand benefits
- To create an environment of inclusivity within the Chamber – members supporting members
- To facilitate networking amongst members
Ambassador Requirements:
- Must be either a Winterville Chamber member or student at ECU or PCC
- Must have the community’s best interests at heart
- Must be willing and able to attend monthly meetings to report on progress and goals
- Must be a team player with a desire to assist others
- Must make a commitment to see the program through from January to November
- Must conduct yourself in a respectful and supportive manner at all times.
- Must commit to attending as many Chamber functions as reasonably able
Ambassador Responsibilities
- To call, visit, and act as hosts to assigned members and to facilitate networking with these members at monthly events.
- To educate and inform assigned members on Chamber benefits, events, initiatives, programs, and services.
- To get assigned members engaged in Chamber programs, initiatives, and events.
- To advise staff on issues affecting members, and to offer guidance on how the Chamber can assist members with optimizing their experience.
- To assist the Chamber with member recruitment and retention
Ambassador Benefits
- Professional networking opportunities
- Recognition on our website
- Volunteer experience and credibility
- Increased visibility within the community
- Gain leadership, communication, and team-working skills