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Ribbon Cuttings

A ribbon cutting with the Greater Naples Chamber is more than a ceremonial photo opportunity—it is a celebration of your business, your growth, and your investment in the Collier County community.

Ribbon cuttings provide businesses and organizations with the opportunity to increase visibility, connect with local leaders and fellow Chamber members, and officially celebrate important milestones with the community. Whether you are opening a new business, celebrating a grand opening, relocating, renovating, expanding, or commemorating an anniversary, the Chamber is proud to help you mark the occasion.

To help ensure a successful event and maximize promotion opportunities, businesses are encouraged to plan ahead and provide at least six weeks’ notice when requesting a ribbon-cutting. Ribbon cuttings are typically scheduled on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m., based on availability.

Qualifying for Chamber-Hosted Ribbon Cutting Events

Ribbon Cutting celebrations hosted by the Greater Naples Chamber are available to businesses at the following membership levels: Chamber Champion, Premier Membership, Supporter, Benefactor, Legacy Leaders, and Chairman’s Circle. Eligible businesses may host a ribbon cutting to celebrate one of the following milestones:

  • Grand Opening – Celebrate your launch within the first 90 days of opening.

  • Milestone Anniversary – Honor major milestones in your business journey

  • New Location Opening – Highlight a move, expansion, or major facility upgrade

  • Groundbreaking – Commemorate the beginning of a new construction project.

 

  • List your event on the Chamber website calendar.

  • Promote the event on Chamber social media platforms.

  • Invite Chamber Ambassador committee.

  • Coordinate with Chamber staff to attend your ceremony.

  • Provide ceremonial ribbon and large scissors

  • On-site support to ensure smooth event flow

  • Chamber employee welcomes guests and introduces VIPs.

  • Post a photo on the Chamber’s social media tagging your business after your event.

Essential Planning Steps 

  • Scheduling (6 weeks advance request) - contact the Chamber as early as possible to secure your date.

  • Ribbon cuttings times: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 4:00 p.m.

  • Guest list management.

  • Your responsibility: Invite customers, prospects, friends, family, and neighboring businesses.

  • Make personal contact with your local mayor and officials for added impact.

  • Plan for a significant number of guests to ensure good turnout.

  • Day-of-Event Essentials

  • Be ready to go 30 minutes before ribbon cutting event starts.

  • Greet & meet with Chamber employee 30 minutes before ribbon cutting event start time.

  • Company signage visible for photos.

  • Adequate parking for expected attendees.

  • Refreshments – Light appetizers and beverages for evening events, or coffee and pastries for morning events.

  • Recommended Enhancements

  • Signage in front of your business.

  • Free gifts, drawings, or giveaways (great for collecting contact information!).

  • Tours of your facility (if appropriate).

  • Podium and microphone for events with 50people.

  • Partner with fellow Chamber members for catering and services.

  • Chamber employee will arrive 30 minutes before the event start time.

  • Chamber employee welcomes guests and introduce VIPs.

  • Ceremony begins promptly as scheduled.

  • Business opening remarks.

  • Business Presentation – Your opportunity to address guests about your business.

  • Ribbon Cutting – The ceremonial moment with professional photos

  • Networking & Refreshments – Guests enjoy mingling and learning about your business

  • Preparation Strategies

  • If this is a grand opening, be operational 2-3 weeks before ribbon cutting event to work out any issues.

  • Promote on your social media and tag the Chamber.

  • Remember: Every attendee is a potential customer who can influence others.

Your ribbon cutting is an opportunity to highlight your expertise and connect with the community—let’s make it a moment to remember.

    Request a Ribbon Cutting Now

    Interested in Scheduling Your Ribbon Cutting?

    Contact the Greater Naples Chamber team to learn more and reserve your date.

    Tina Cirakovic
    Associate Manager, Member Success