BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP

IF YOU ARE

	A unique, locally owned business -- able to make independent decisions regarding the name and look of your business, as well as all business purchasing, practices and distribution, and ...		CURRENT MEMBERS
	Your business and greater-than-50% ownership are located in Larimer-Weld-Morgan Counties, and ...
	Interested in building more localized & sustainable connections as a LLE Network of businesses.

What if I have another business model?

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LLE NETWORK BENEFITS

Group promotion

	Use of Local Living Economy (LLE) Network logo
	FREE Directory listing in and complimentary copy of Be Local #3
	Discounted rates for coupon promotion in Be Local #3:     one for $110; two for $210; full page for $310     DEADLINE for Directory listing & coupons: July 16, 2008

Marketing opportunities

	Exclusive, member only full-page story in Be Local #3.
	Discover and expand local-to-local connections such as the Local Food Producer-Buyer Gathering
	Invitation to special events including Harvest & Holiday Marketplaces, Be Local Day at CSU, Garden Day with Gardens at Spring Creek

Meetings and communications

	Link on this website
	LLE Network E-newsletter
	Free admission to quarterly programs
	Access to Network member-sponsored discounts, programs, tours and open houses

Contribute your voice to shaping a local living economy. Enjoy community recognition and satisfaction in helping to keep our community healthy, friendly, vibrant and unique.

Membership in national BALLE - Business Alliance for Local Living Economies - and access to other local BALLE networks.

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ANNUAL FEES 2008 (based on annual revenues):

Under $50,000 (or non-profit/co-op)	$150
Between $50,000-$250,000	$225
Between $250,000-$500,000	$350
Between $500,000-$1,000,000	$475
Between $1-3,000,000	$650
Greater than $3,000,000	$875

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These are the Working Committees of the LLEN Network

Member Benefits
Create valuable benefits for LLE members

Discussion includes: Business to business benefits, i.e. member discounts to other members; Group benefits such as health insurance; Buying clubs for different sector members (coffee cups, shopping bags, office paper, etc.); Informational seminars; Business networking and advice; Group marketing & promotion

Events and Public Outreach
Offer events to educate and engage both LLE members and general public about best LLE practices and policies that support the well-being and germination of community-based businesses

Discussion includes: Quarterly informational meetings for members; Internal networking meetings by sector; Public educational and/or promotional events (like Food Markets)

Marketing and Communications
Create cooperative marketing campaigns to promote LLE members and the benefits of a living economy

Discussion includes: LLE door decals and/or car magnets; Informational brochure; Posters (like “Get Vocal for Local"); Print ad campaigns; Be Local Days…Weeks

Green Business Practices
Collaborate to make environmental practices more local, convenient and affordable

Discussion includes: Recycling & resource recovery; Energy/water conservation; Carbon reduction; Group purchasing to minimize transportation

When you apply to become a member, please sign up to participate.
Contact us about upcoming meeting schedule

Business Membership Application