Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Leadership Academy Begins Next Month
The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Leadership Academy is offered to representatives of member businesses and organizations and is designed to prepare a select group of qualified candidates for future leadership roles in the Aurora area. This program focuses on the unique strengths of our community and encourages a diverse mix of participants to engage in our community's success. Again this year, we are partnering with the Quad County African American Chamber of Commerce to provide the opportunity to a wider audience.
Established in 1979, the Aurora Chamber's Leadership Academy has a rich history of providing confidence, knowledge, professionalism, and strong leadership skills that not only benefit the attendee but also their employers. The goal is simple: To create a development opportunity for graduates to serve and enhance themselves, their employers, and the community.
For more information and application, visit the Aurora Regional Chamber website.
Chamber news: 2015
Michigan State of the State Address Recap
This week Governor Rick Snyder delivered his fifth State of the State address. The full video can be accessed here.
As with previous years, Snyder began his speech by highlighting some of Michigan's key accomplishments since he took office.
This week Governor Rick Snyder delivered his fifth State of the State address. The full video can be accessed here.
As with previous years, Snyder began his speech by highlighting some of Michigan's key accomplishments since he took office.
- More than 300,000 private-sector jobs have been created since December 2010.
- 86,000 manufacturing jobs have been created since December 2010 - the most in the U.S.
- Food & Agriculture is now a $101 billion-a-year industry.
- Michigan's motor vehicle production has increased 48.2% since 2010.
- Over 500,000 low-income, working residents are enrolled in Healthy Michigan.
Read more: Grand Rapids Area chamber
Ariens Company Chairman/CEO Re-elected Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce Chair
Ariens Company Chairman/CEO Daniel T. Ariens has been re-elected chairman of the Board of WMC, the state’s chamber of commerce and largest business association. Robert D. Kamphuis, Chairman/President/CEO of Mayville Engineering Company, Inc., was re-elected Vice Chair at the WMC Annual Board Meeting at the Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee.
“WMC will advance a comprehensive policy agenda aimed at creating jobs in our state,” said WMC President/CEO Kurt R. Bauer. “Under Governor Scott Walker’s leadership and with the pro-business Legislature, our state has seen tremendous improvements in our business climate through tax cuts, regulation relief, lawsuit reform and much more. We need to continue this era of reform and push for even greater economic opportunity through pro-growth public policies.” Read more: Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce
Charlottesville Police Chief Longo Speaks at Leadership Charlottesville Alumni Association
Charlottesville's police chief says he's learned some valuable lessons in the past year. Chief Tim Longo gave the keynote address at the Leadership Charlottesville Alumni Association luncheon Wednesday afternoon. The chief spoke about the department's efforts in the search for missing University of Virginia student Hannah Graham, and what he learned through the emotional process.
"We've learned just this past year the importance of perseverance and tenacity, and how that pays off particularly in my job," Longo said.Chief Longo also expressed his desire to maintain strong ties between police and the community.
LCAA was formed in 1982 by the city's Chamber of Commerce as a community building program. Read more: NBC29.com
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber event: Pam Meinzinger: You've got 3 seconds to make them take you seriously
Pam Meinzinger, general manager at Gulfport Premium Outlets, is concerned about the way women are dressing for work. On Friday, she gave women entrepreneurs a plan for how to dress for success.
"I think that casual Friday has gone over the top," she said. She told the women at the workshop nothing will erode their credibility in the workplace so much as showing too much cleavage or wearing too-short skirts.
"How you dress, how you package yourself, is huge," she said. It may not be fair, but perception is reality, Meinzinger said, and a first impression is formed in the first three seconds.
"I think it's absolutely true," said Shelly Fox with the Knight Nonprofit Center, who attended the workshop.
Shelley Kish, an architect with HK Design in Gulfport, agreed and said women are judged on their appearance more harshly than men.
Women Entrepreneurs, a group of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, met at the outlets to get professional advice and see the latest business fashions modeled by managers of some of the outlet stores.
Read more: SunHerald.com
Conway (Arkansas) Chamber's 2015 Annual Meeting set for March 19
With close to 1,000 business and community leaders in attendance each year, Annual Meeting is the largest business event in Conway.
The 2015 event, organized by the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled for March 19 at the University of Central Arkansas’ HPER Center. Tickets and sponsorships are available now.
An awards ceremony recognizing individuals and businesses that have made a difference in Conway over the past year is one of the highlights of Annual Meeting. The Conway Area Chamber is accepting nominations for the following categories:
The Distinguished Service Award is the Chamber’s highest form of recognition. Established in 1957, this award is presented annually to an individual or group who has rendered special service for the benefit of the community. Candidates have demonstrated an active leadership role for the betterment of the community through their involvement in business, civic and social service organizations.Read more: Log Cabin Democrat
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Arlington Hts. chamber inducts new leader, celebrates 2014
Arlington Heights had a positive year for
business in 2014, according to the chamber of commerce, but officials
are expecting and even better year in 2015.
More than 200 members of the
Arlington Heights chamber celebrated the past year's accomplishments and
inducted the next board president at the annual installation dinner at
the Doubletree by Hilton Chicago-Arlington Heights on Thursday night.
In 2014, 114 new businesses
opened in Arlington Heights, bringing in 896 new employees, said Mayor
Tom Hayes. The new retail sales from those businesses are expected to
bring in $55 million during 2015, he said.
"The theme for last year was
'Carpe Diem,'" said outgoing board President Jim Bertucci. "Not only did
you guys seize the day, but you seized the year. It's going to be a
great year in 2015." Read more: Daily Herald
Kentucky Chamber of Commerce praises Daviess County
The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is praising Daviess County for exceeding job growth in the state.
In a recent study released by the chamber employment in the county increased over 6.5% since the recession. That's higher than the state's percentage at just over 5.5%
Officials with the Owensboro Economic Development Corporation say with the increase in jobs, wages have also gone up. They say a lot of the growth has to do with county leaders taking a pro-active approach. Read more: 14news.com
Chesterfield (Virginia) Chamber Annual Gala: Evening full of surprises
The Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce held their annual gala last Thursday. The event chaired by member Carol Nitz with Networking Technologies and Support, Inc., was held at the Double Tree by Hilton. Black, white and silver attire was encouraged, but I do not believe everyone received the memo. Members were donned in an array of colors. Read more: Village News
Chamber ambassador: New officers elected for Young Professionals of Jasper County
The Young Professionals of Jasper County elected Danielle Rogers, Natalie Umsted and Nathan Unsworth as their new officers for 2015 at their January membership meeting.
“Installing new officers is a great way for the YPJC to start 2015,” said Kristin Titus, outgoing president for the YPJC. “Danielle, Natalie and Nathan excel in leadership, community involvement and professionalism. They will work well with one another and with our members to continue to provide events and social gatherings for the young professionals in our community.”
Rogers will serve as the organization’s president. Rogers works for The Vernon Company as Communication & Training Coordinator. She’s also active as a board member of the Newton Main Street Partnership, and is a member of the City of Newton’s Planning & Zoning Commission, the Drake University Central Iowa Young Alumni Committee and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa — Jasper County.
Umsted will serve as the organization’s vice-president. Umsted is the Management Analyst for the City of Newton. She’s also active as a board member of the Centre for Arts and Artists, an ambassador for the Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the International City/County Management Association and the Iowa City/County Management Association. Read more: Newton Daily News
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