Fargo-Moorhead West Fargo Chamber initiative: Voices of Vision to present Terry Bradshaw as keynote speaker
Voices of Vision, a program that brings well-known and influential speakers to the Fargo-Moorhead area, has invited former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Terry Bradshaw to talk about his take on success in business.
This is not the only year that Voices of Vision has brought a big name to this area. According to Craig Whitney, president and CEO of the Fargo-Moorhead Chamber of Commerce, the whole concept of this program is based on bringing well known and respected speakers to the Fargo-Moorhead market. Whitney started the event when he became CEO of the F-M Chamber of Commerce.
“The Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce is a bi-state, regional federation of over 2,100 private, public and non-profit member firms representing more than 94,000 people,” according to the Fargo-Moorhead Chamber website. “The Chamber advocates for a strong metropolitan community and supports the interests of its members, which are located in Cass and Clay Counties and beyond.” Read more: The Concordian
Chamber economic Development: Med tech company hiring hundreds in western Wisconsin
A medical technology company has announced a $30 million expansion that will create nearly 500 jobs in western Wisconsin.
Phillips-Medisize Corp. already employs 1,400 people at 12 facilities throughout Wisconsin. They've now announced plans for expansion, including projects already underway in New Richmond and Menomonie, and future expansions in Hudson, Phillips, Medford and Eau Claire.
" [The expansion] is really part of the objective that we're embarking on, which is an investment of $30 million over the next three years to really position us to take care of our customers and grow with the customers," said Phillips-Medisize Chairman and CEO Matt Jennings. Read more: KARE 11
Greater OKC Chamber
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Chamber event: Akeley presents tourism improvements ideas under University of Minnesota program
Peg Davies of Akeley recently presented the preliminary findings of a University of Minnesota-supported study of sustainable tourism in Akeley.
Her presentation was one of five at a statewide meeting of the Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships (RSDP), which sponsored the project. The Sustainable Tourism Assessment for Small Communities selected five communities of fewer than 1,500 people in Minnesota and is based on the resources of the U of M Tourism Center.
Davies and other Akeley community
members were able to compare findings with community representatives
from Houston in southeast Minnesota, Warroad in the northwest, several
communities surrounding Voyageurs National Park in northeastern
Minnesota, and Clinton-Beardsley-Graceville in the southwest. Davies
highlighted tourist assets that are being recognized by the Akeley
Chamber of Commerce, such as geo-caching opportunities in the area, and
areas for improvement, such as coordination with state agencies like the
DNR. The community reports can be found on the University of Minnesota Tourism Center website: www.extension.umn.edu/community/tourism-development/ Read more: Walker MN Pilot-Independent
The chamber released its annual survey this week of Nebraska business owners, executives and community leaders. About 39 percent of survey respondents identified workforce quality and availability as a major concern. Another 37 percent said federal regulations posed the biggest threat to businesses. Read more: Scottsbluff Star Herald
By Peter Varga and Richard K. Studley
Grand Rapids is now living up to its name.
Commuters recently began taking the 9.6-mile Silver Line Bus Rapid Transit System, which connects the southern end of the metropolitan area with Downtown and the Medical Mile. The new route cuts commuters' trips by more than a third -- and by easing congestion, improves other drivers' commutes as well.
Grand Rapids — and the entire state of Michigan — must continue to invest in projects like the Silver Line. Congress has to help them do so, by approving long-term funding for the federal Highway Trust Fund. Such investment not only guarantees the safety of Michigan's aging roads, bridges, ports, and public transport but also catalyzes economic growth and job creation.
If nothing is done to address Michigan's infrastructure needs, our state will unnecessarily fork over $7.7 billion a year in wasted fuel, lost time, and increased accidents, according to TRIP, a nonprofit organization that studies transportation issues. In Grand Rapids, drivers will find themselves paying an extra $1,000 each year. Read more: M LIVE
Four prestigious awards were given throughout the evening in the following categories: Non-Profit of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Large Business of the Year and Distinguished Citizen. Recipients of the awards were nominated by their peers during a month-long nomination process. Read more: LakeNewsOnline.com
Chamber concern: Workforce a top issue for Nebraska businesses
The Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry says workforce issues are a top concern for businesses around the state.The chamber released its annual survey this week of Nebraska business owners, executives and community leaders. About 39 percent of survey respondents identified workforce quality and availability as a major concern. Another 37 percent said federal regulations posed the biggest threat to businesses. Read more: Scottsbluff Star Herald
Guest column: Michigan must invest more money in transit, or pay the price for inaction
By Peter Varga and Richard K. Studley
Grand Rapids is now living up to its name.
Commuters recently began taking the 9.6-mile Silver Line Bus Rapid Transit System, which connects the southern end of the metropolitan area with Downtown and the Medical Mile. The new route cuts commuters' trips by more than a third -- and by easing congestion, improves other drivers' commutes as well.
Grand Rapids — and the entire state of Michigan — must continue to invest in projects like the Silver Line. Congress has to help them do so, by approving long-term funding for the federal Highway Trust Fund. Such investment not only guarantees the safety of Michigan's aging roads, bridges, ports, and public transport but also catalyzes economic growth and job creation.
If nothing is done to address Michigan's infrastructure needs, our state will unnecessarily fork over $7.7 billion a year in wasted fuel, lost time, and increased accidents, according to TRIP, a nonprofit organization that studies transportation issues. In Grand Rapids, drivers will find themselves paying an extra $1,000 each year. Read more: M LIVE
Lake Area (Missouri) Chamber honors members
The Lake Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of the 2014 Community Awards presented Oct. 16 at Camden on the Lake during the Lake Area Chamber Annual Fall Dinner.Four prestigious awards were given throughout the evening in the following categories: Non-Profit of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Large Business of the Year and Distinguished Citizen. Recipients of the awards were nominated by their peers during a month-long nomination process. Read more: LakeNewsOnline.com
Famous Chamber of Commerce Quotations: (Attitude)
“If
you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your
attitude.”
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