Better Business Council Membership Application
Date and Time
Thursday Jan 1, 2026 Saturday Dec 31, 2039
Fees/Admission
$95 - Non-Refundable Application Fee (Applied toward your first year of BBC membership upon approval.)
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Contact Information
Debbie McDermott 941-748-4842, ext. 117
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Description
The Better Business Council (BBC) is a program of the Manatee Chamber of Commerce and was established in 1970 to help consumers find local businesses that are committed to operating with integrity and accountability. The BBC's Mission is “To strengthen public confidence in Manatee County area businesses through the promotion of high standards of business ethics.”
Membership in the BBC gives businesses an opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to ethical business practices and to stand out from their competition. Members complete an application and screening process and agree to uphold the BBC Code of Ethics.
BBC Membership Benefits Include:
Priority Referrals | Be the go-to in your industry Boost Consumer Confidence | Display the BBC badge and be the business people trust, choose, and recommend Maximum Exposure In Print, Online, & In-Person | Featured in the BBC Directory, 24/7 Visibility with BBC logo on ManateeChamber.com/Directory, and BBC Member Sticker at Chamber Events Stand Out from the Competition | Commitment to the BBC Code of Ethics shows consumers your business goes above and beyondBBC Membership Eligibility:
Applicant must have been doing business locally for at least one year Applicant must be a current member in good standing with the Manatee Chamber of Commerce Applicant must understand and commit to the Better Business Council's formal Code of Ethics
BBC Code of Ethics:
Adhere to truth and integrity in all business and customer transactions. Respond promptly to any complaint with all effort towards reaching a fair and reasonable settlement for all parties. Support and comply with the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the Chamber’s Better Business Council. Respond promptly to periodic requests for confirmation and/or updates of information when requested by the Better Business Council. Notify the Better Business Council of any change in ownership of business or other information provided on original application form; BBC membership is non-transferable. Visit ManateeChamber.com/BBC for additional information.
