Five Iowa cities have been named to this year's Top 100 Best Places to Live by Livability.com. This year Iowa City ranked 10th, Ames was 30th, West Des Moines was 57 on the list with Cedar Rapids at 65 and Des Moines at 82.The listing for Des Moines says , "One of the wealthiest cities in America is Des Moines, the capital of Iowa and a major headquarters for finance, insurance and publishing. The health industry is well-represented by four major hospitals and a cancer center, while the community’s quality of life is enhanced by 76 parks, three golf courses and three family aquatic centers."
"It's great to see Ames on this list for the second year in a row," said Dan Culhane in a news release. He is Ames Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development President and CEO. Read more: KCCI 8 NEWS
Chamber study: Economic impact of University of Missouri athletics estimated at $247.1 million
For Columbia businesses, University of Missouri athletic
events play a crucial role in their bottom lines. But the economic
impact of MU sporting events is even broader than that, and the
influence seems to be growing with construction work on venues and
visitors pumping money into the local economy.
At a news conference Friday, University of Missouri MBA students Parker Leppein and Heather Webster presented the results of their economic impact survey of MU athletics in Columbia. The study, which Leppein and Webster conducted with five other students, found that MU athletic events had a total economic impact of just more than $247.1 million last year. The Trulaske College of Business has partnered with the Columbia Chamber of Commerce for five years to conduct the study. Read more: Columbia Daily Tribune
At a news conference Friday, University of Missouri MBA students Parker Leppein and Heather Webster presented the results of their economic impact survey of MU athletics in Columbia. The study, which Leppein and Webster conducted with five other students, found that MU athletic events had a total economic impact of just more than $247.1 million last year. The Trulaske College of Business has partnered with the Columbia Chamber of Commerce for five years to conduct the study. Read more: Columbia Daily Tribune
Chamber news: First Leadership South Dakota class chosen
The inaugural class of Leadership South Dakota has been chosen. The program will provide class members with the background information, experiences and insights necessary to assume leadership positions at community, state and national levels. It's being offered by the South Dakota Community Foundation in partnership with Dakota Educational Consulting. The 41 participants are: Read more: Argus Leader
Chamber business: INVESTIndiana Returns Sept. 23
Leading Indiana companies will participate in the fourth INVESTIndiana Equity Conference on September 23 at the Conrad Indianapolis.Fund managers, analysts and institutional investors are primary attendees, with the event open to others in the business community. An Executive Roundtable opens the day. The keynote speaker is William Testa of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. Twelve companies, including six financial institutions, are scheduled to make presentations.
They cover the state, including 1st Source Corporation (South Bend), Escalade (Evansville), Hillenbrand (Batesville) and nine others. Full information and registration is available online.
Chamber Resource: Brian Doudna to lead Wisconsin Economic Development Association
The Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA) is pleased to welcome Brian Doudna of Eau Claire as its first full-time executive director.
Doudna has 25 years of experience and commitment to economic development, including ten years as executive director of the Eau Claire Area Economic Development Corporation (EDC).
“The board of directors started a search for our
first full-time executive director with the mission to find a candidate
who was active in economic development, with proven ability to grow an
organization and proven leadership to advance a vision,” says WEDA
President Patrick Schloss. “We found that in Brian Doudna. Brian has
knowledge and experience in workforce development, cultivating new
businesses, promoting innovation, and much more.” Read more: Leader-Telegram
Chamber Tweet of the Day: Oklahoma Chamber in Washington DC
Ok State Chamber
Thank you to OK's senior Senator @jiminhofe for addressing #DCFlyIn2014 & all you do to protect business!
U.S. Chamber study follow-up: 3 Oklahoma universities named among most affordable
Three Oklahoma schools made the list of 50 Great Affordable Colleges in the Midwest in an article on the website Great Value Colleges.
Of the hundreds of accredited colleges and universities in the
Midwest, only those with tuition fees below the national average were
considered for the rankings. No college on the list has a net price (the
total cost of attendance minus the average aid package) over $22,000.
Equal points
were awarded for beneficial features, such as low faculty-to-student
ratios, high percentages of freshmen retention, high rates of graduation
and numbers of student organizations. Colleges that did well in a
recent Forbes’ ranking of top U.S. schools were given additional points. Read more: NewsOK.comElmhurst Plans September Celebrations Around Chamber of Commerce Week
September 4, 2014 - In celebration of Chamber of Commerce Week in Illinois, the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry is sponsoring a month of networking, educational and special events, as well as staging our annual new member recruitment campaign.
At the request of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, Illinois Governor Pat Quinn has proclaimed September 8-12 as Chamber of Commerce Week in Illinois.
Mayoral Proclamation
Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley has issued a Mayoral Proclamation declaring September 8-12 as Chamber of Commerce Week in Elmhurst. Read more: Chicago Tribune
Chamber update: Nebraska facing lack of skilled workers
Two state chamber officials told Rotary Club members on Tuesday that the biggest issue facing Nebraska’s employers is finding workers with the necessary skills to fill their jobs.
Barry Kennedy, president of the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Jamie Karl, vice president for public affairs and policy, made their remarks as part of a statewide tour to talk to business people about the issues they believe will face the next session of the Legislature.
Karl said the state
chamber did a survey and asked employers the following question: “Have
you had difficulty in hiring qualified employees in the past year?” Read more: Grand Island Independent
The New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce collaborated with six different restaurants and businesses in the historic downtown to create a culinary adventure. Read more: SouthernMinn.com
Famous Chamber of Commerce Quotation (Attitude):
New Ulm (Minnesota) Chamber Announces Taste of New Ulm, Food Tour Event
The New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce would like to announce its first ever “Taste of New Ulm”, food tour event, which will take place Oct. 11, during Oktoberfest celebrations, in New Ulm. The “Taste of New Ulm” is a perfect opportunity for visitors and guests to try the different entrees and desserts from various locations around the German town.The New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce collaborated with six different restaurants and businesses in the historic downtown to create a culinary adventure. Read more: SouthernMinn.com
Famous Chamber of Commerce Quotation (Attitude):
“Life
is like a roller coaster. It has its ups and downs…but it’s your choice to
either scream or enjoy the ride. Be Positive... enjoy the ride.” - Author Unknown
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