Indy chamber delight: Global digital marketing company picks Indy for North American Heqdquarters
Emarsys, a global cloud-based e-marketing company, announced plans today to locate its North American headquarters here, creating up to 167 new high-wage jobs by 2020.
"The appeal of Indianapolis, which has already been dubbed 'Midwest's Silicon Valley,' is evident," said Ohad Hecht, chief operating officer of Emarsys. "The Eastern Time Zone is ideal for conducting business on both American coasts, Europe and in Asia. Additionally, companies like Geofeedia, Tinderbox and Interactive Intelligence have helped make the area attractive to a highly talented workforce. In fact, the Midwest has a higher concentration of Fortune 500 companies than any other region in the country, according to Forbes, not to mention a bevy of world-class engineering schools."
The Vienna, Austria-based company will invest $3.2 million to lease, renovate and equip more than 15,000 square feet of office space in downtown Indianapolis' Market Tower. Following Emarsys' launch of limited operations in Indiana in May, construction is currently underway to update and expand into its full offices, which will house a headquarters staff serving clients including eBay, Toys "R" Us, Yahoo and Volvo.
"Indy continues to attract top talent from around the globe, and our tech sector is thriving as a result," said Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard. "I am so pleased that Emarsys recognized all that our city and our incredible workforce have to offer, and I welcome the company's North American headquarters to Indianapolis."
Emarsys currently employs more than 450 associates at 13 locations around the world. Of its current 25-member team in the United States, more than 80 percent are located in Indiana. The company is now hiring for sales, customer support and professional services positions at its Indianapolis office. Interested applicants may apply online atwww.careers.emarsys.com. Read more: The Brazil Times
Holland businesses eligible for Pure Michigan micro-loans
Huntington Bank has pledged $5 million in microloans over the next five years, a move the bank expects to create more than 500 jobs.
“Our community is known for entrepreneurial heritage, and programs like Pure Michigan Micro Lending Initiative are another tool that we hope our residents will put to use,” said Jane Clark, West Coast Chamber of Commerce president. “We’re such an innovative community — many of our major employers have grown from an entrepreneur who took a risk and launched their business, and we’re excited about the next generation to come.” Holland Sentinel
Realize the full potential of chamber membership
Leadership Northbrook Applications Now Available - The Northbrook Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its annual program.
The Northbrook Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its annual Leadership Northbrook program, an eight session class that offers a comprehensive, firsthand look at the inner workings of Northbrook. The program features presentations from top civic, business and government officials, along with private tours of some of the Village’s landmark businesses and community resources.
The eight session program begins on Friday, September 11 and concludes on Friday, April 8, 2016. The broad curriculum includes informative sessions on the history of Northbrook, the business climate, municipal government, local and regional transportation issues, education resources, life safety services, recreation and community amenities. Class participants not only learn from informative presentations by local experts, they also make important and lasting contacts with business and civic leaders. Many of Leadership’s graduates go on to hold important civic positions in the community including the Northbrook Plan Commission, Northbrook Economic Development Committee and numerous non-profit organizations.
Tours of prominent businesses are also on the agenda, including behind the scenes tours of Underwriters Laboratories, Bernhard Woodwork, Northbrook Court and Highland Baking. Classes are held at different Northbrook locations each month, including the Northbrook Historical Society, Village Hall, Techny Towers, Sportsman’s Country Club and Glenbrook Hospital. The program also includes a driving tour to see important Village landmarks, and a hands-on exercise designed to assist in personal and professional development at the Teams Challenge Course in Meadowhill Park. Read more: Patch.com
Fox Cities Partnership seeks new leader, broader support
The departure of the Fox Cities Regional Partnership’s executive vice president has created an opportunity for the organization to chart a course for additional cooperation with private industry and local governments.
Larry Burkhardt announced his resignation earlier this month to become director of economic development for Sacramento, Calif. His last day with the regional partnership is Aug. 5.
Shannon Full, president and chief executive officer of the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce, said she anticipates hiring a replacement for Burkhardt by the end of August. The partnership is an affiliate of the chamber.
“With any new start-up business — we’re three years in now — it’s a great time to really look at the overall assessment of the program of work that we do, the overall outcomes that we’re getting out of this, and the skill set that we need to address that,” Full said.
The Fox Cities Regional Partnership is charged with facilitating the expansion of existing businesses and the siting of new businesses. Full credited Burkhardt for laying the foundation for the partnership and for his role in assisting with the expansion or arrival of 11 companies that resulted in 900 jobs and $325 million in economic activity.
Shannon Full, president and chief executive officer of the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce. (Photo: Photo courtesy of the Fox Cities Regional Partnership)
Going forward, Full said the partnership must increase the support from private industry and local governments, particularly Appleton and Outagamie County, to carry out its mission. Read more: Post Crescent.com
Montgomery County Chamber to hold Eggs and Issues event Aug. 6
The Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce will be presenting Eggs and Issues at the Virginia Tech Corporate Research Center on Thursday, Aug. 6.
Speaking at the event will be Joe Meredith, president of the Corporate Research Center and adjunct professor in the industrial and systems engineering department at Virginia Tech.
The topics will include new CRC features, such as road and fiber infrastructure, progress on statewide expansion of the CRC and VT Knowledgeworks, new international opportunities for the CRC, tenant highlights and results of demographic survey and entrepreneurship at Virginia Tech and the CRC.
Meredith graduated from Virginia Tech with a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, a master’s degree in aeronautics, astronautics and engineering science from Purdue University and a doctorate in industrial and systems engineering from Virginia Tech.
In 2001, Meredith was named “Business Person of the Year” by the Blacksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce. Read more: Roanoke Times
Chamber Miss Hospitality honoree Ivy represents Oxford this week at state pageant
Oxford, Miss.—Mary Randall is proudly representing Oxford this week in the Mississippi Miss Hospitality Pageant at the Saenger Theater in downtown Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The week long pageant began on Sunday afternoon and culminates with two nights of pageantry this Friday and Saturday, with the winner being crowned on Saturday night.
Oxford's Miss Hospitality is sponsored by the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce. A local board oversees the local Miss Hospitality and works diligently to prepare her for the state pageant.
Ivy, an Oxford resident, is a 2014 graduate of Oxford High School. She is the daughter of Lisa and Randy Ivy. She is a sophomore at The University of Mississippi, majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders with plans to become an Audiologist.
Ivy is a member of Phi Mu, an Ole Miss Diamond Girl and is on the Ole Miss Student Activities Council. In her spare time Ivy enjoys playing piano, reading, painting and photography and dog sitting. She is a member of St. John’s Catholic Church.
“I am honored to be selected as this year's Miss Hospitality for Oxford-Lafayette County,” said Ivy. “Growing up in this community has positively influenced my life and provided me with so many unique experiences.”
Miss Hospitality, 2-2-2
“It is a privilege to represent this growing community, my hometown, at the state pageant and show everyone in Mississippi just how much we have to offer,” she added.
“We are very pleased with our judge’s selection of our contestant for the Mississippi Miss Hospitality Pageant. Mary Randall is such a sweet and beautiful young lady. We know she will be a wonderful representative for Oxford because she exemplifies the image and personality of a true Miss Hospitality,” said Pam Swain, Senior Vice President of the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce and local Miss Hospitality board member.
“Mary Randall will make Oxford proud at the state pageant. I look forward to working with her on community events over the next year,” Swain said.
As the local Miss Hospitality, Ivy will be a representative of the community at local functions, ribbon cuttings and other special events. Ivy will also be available to the public for appearances at festivals and local community events, as well as useful for local radio spots. If you are interested in booking Miss Hospitality for your next event, please contact Pam Swain at the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce.
No comments:
Post a Comment
Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.