#BestChamber Practices:
Jessamine Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Program Handbook --- Part 1 of 14
sections --- The Welcome Letter
Welcome to the Ambassadors!
The Jessamine Chamber of Commerce takes pride in the
Ambassador Program and the people who are “The Ambassadors” of the Chamber. We
hope your participation in the program will provide new busi-ness contacts for
you and establish new friendships.
Becoming an Ambassador requires a commitment to the
program. The time spent at events or contacting and visiting members is time
spent away from your business; however, the benefits will far out-weigh the
efforts. The more you put into it, the more you will get out of it.
Our past Ambassador of the Year Awards have gone to:
Larry Prinssen—2015 Karen
Lowry-Thomas - 2011
Suzanne Short—2014 Ronda
May – 2010
Cathy Lowe—2013 Cheryl Eadens - 2009
Donna Seaborn - 2012 Joe
Wilder – 2008
If you speak to any of the current Ambassadors, they
would tell you that they have truly enjoyed being a part of this very important
Chamber program. They have come to know many new people and businesses in the
community. Also, friendships and bonds have de-veloped with each member of the
Ambassador Program while work-ing together.
We, at the Chamber, welcome you and hope this program
means as much to you as you mean to us.
Please let me know if I can be of assistance to you
in any way.
Sincerely,
Amy Cloud CEO
Hannah Thornton Office Manager
For more information about an elite ambassador program,
contact Amy Cloud, CEO at 859-887-4351.
WHO: Governor Terry McAuliffe, Commonwealth of Virginia
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Innovate Springfield incubator a long time coming
A privately funded business incubator expected to open in the next few weeks adds Springfield to the list of similar-sized cities in Illinois that have offered such facilities to would-be entrepreneurs for years.
Innovate Springfield is starting small. The not-for-profit has set up on the second floor of the McGladery & Pullen building at the southwest corner of Old Capitol Plaza. Sangamon CEO, a local career program that links high school students and business executives, is the first tenant, though others are in the works.
Naming of a business incubator executive director is expected in the next few weeks.
"Springfield is the largest city in the state that does not have one (a business incubator). Everyone around us has one," said Bruce Sommer, a lecturer at the Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Illinois Springfield.
Sommer said the goal is to open co-working space in December.
Start-up funding for the incubator is primarily through the Community Foundation for Land of Lincoln, one of the state's largest charitable fundraising organizations, and the Q5 economic-development program of The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. Sommer, whose family operated the former Harper Oil Co. chain of convenience stores, said business-incubator discussions with the foundation began several years ago. Read more: State Journal-Register
Fairfax Chamber, Greater Washington Board of Trade, and Prince George’s Chamber Collaborate to Host Governor Terry McAuliffe, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and Maryland Senate President Mike Miller
On Tuesday, December 8th, the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, the Prince George’s County Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Washington Board of Trade will co-host the Annual Capital Region Business Forum.
The Business Forum will address regional opportunities and challenges in a collaborative manner. This event provides a platform for the region’s senior leaders to speak on their vision for economic development, job creation, and new company formation, as well as strategies for working cooperatively to grow the regional economy.
WHO: Governor Terry McAuliffe, Commonwealth of Virginia
Mayor Muriel Bowser, District of Columbia
Senate President Mike Miller, State of Maryland
Moderator: Dr. Steven Knapp, President, The George Washington University
WHAT: The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, Prince George’s County Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Washington Board of Trade will host the Inaugural Capital Region Business Forum aimed at promoting cooperation across metro area jurisdictions.
WHEN: Tuesday, December 8th
7:30 am – Registration and Networking
8:00 am – 9:30am – Program and Breakfast
WHERE: Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
7920 Jones Branch Drive
McLean, Virginia 22102
For more information and to register for this event, please contact Ugo Iteogu at ugoiteogu@bot.org or 202-857-5933.
Mississippi Economic Council Tour to Stop in Brookhaven
The Mississippi Economic Council’s Pacesetter Tour will stop in Brookhaven Dec. 10 with the goal of gathering opinions about the state’s transportation infrastructure. The 22city MEC tour will focus on transportation, economic competitiveness and the effects of a healthy and productive workforce. There is no cost to attend the program at Mitchell’s Special Events & Catering, but preregistration is required. The program, cohosted by the BrookhavenLincoln County Chamber of Commerce and the Industrial Development Foundation, will take place from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. To register, visit www.msmec.com. “MEC is setting the pace for transportation infrastructure funding in Mississippi — and we need your help,”
“On the MEC Pacesetter Tour, you’ll have the opportunity to provide feedback on the importance of transportation infrastructure across the state, and your opinions will help us build a better Mississippi for tomorrow. We need your involvement.” The MEC serves as the state’s Chamber of Commerce. It created a transportation task force that studied the state’s transportation needs and how to pay for them. Learn more: Daily Leader
Monticello chamber presents 3rd annual Parade of Lights
On Saturday evening, the Greater Monticello Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau held their annual Parade of Lights, and Christmas carols were sung at the gazebo in downtown Monticello.
This was the 3rd year the parade has been held in the evening, making the annual event one which sparkles and lights up the evening and the streets of downtown Monticello.
Prior to the start of the parade, spectators gathered around the gazebo near the White County courthouse to enjoy Christmas carols, which were beautifully sung by Christin Lowry.
For the complete story, read Monday's Herald Journal. Read more: Monticello Herald Journal
Mississippi Economic Council Tour to Stop in Brookhaven
The Mississippi Economic Council’s Pacesetter Tour will stop in Brookhaven Dec. 10 with the goal of gathering opinions about the state’s transportation infrastructure. The 22city MEC tour will focus on transportation, economic competitiveness and the effects of a healthy and productive workforce. There is no cost to attend the program at Mitchell’s Special Events & Catering, but preregistration is required. The program, cohosted by the BrookhavenLincoln County Chamber of Commerce and the Industrial Development Foundation, will take place from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. To register, visit www.msmec.com. “MEC is setting the pace for transportation infrastructure funding in Mississippi — and we need your help,”
“On the MEC Pacesetter Tour, you’ll have the opportunity to provide feedback on the importance of transportation infrastructure across the state, and your opinions will help us build a better Mississippi for tomorrow. We need your involvement.” The MEC serves as the state’s Chamber of Commerce. It created a transportation task force that studied the state’s transportation needs and how to pay for them. Learn more: Daily Leader
Lansing Regional Chamber refuses to let controversy sway agenda
The East Lansing City Council's decision last month to withdraw from the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce won't stop the organization representing about 1,100 businesses in the region from staying active in politics.
Despite paying for mailers that criticized an East Lansing City Council candidate, the chamber will continue to support "pro-growth" initiatives, agendas and candidates that want to attract economic development, job creation and talent, Chamber President/CEO Tim Daman said.
"I don’t know if everyone is going to agree on every single issue," said Daman, referring to the chamber's relationship with City Council. "But the ability to walk away and have respect for each other is critical.”
Whether the chamber and council members can have a working relationship remains to be seen. The chamber and its political action committee, LRC-PAC, were under fire in East Lansing before, during and after the Nov. 3 city council election because of a barrage of negative campaign mailers sent out by the chamber. Read more: Lansing State Journal
| New chamber director hired in Green Lake |
Green Lake Area Chamber of Commerce officials didn’t search far for their new director. Monday, it was announced the new director is Liane Walsh, who took over as interim director following the sudden departure of Denise Hibbitts in late June. Hibbitts had held the position for just one year. Read more: Ripon Press |
Town Square Publications Chamber Membership Directories, Community Profiles, Re-Lo Guides and Custom Maps
Town Square Publications, a division of the Daily Herald Media Group, is a national chamber custom publishing group that specializes in developing partnerships by producing high-quality print and digitally integrated publications along with other added value programs dedicated to creating relevancy for local chambers of commerce and other membership focused organizations interested in raising non-dues revenues.
Town Square Publications parent company, Paddock Publications, has over 100 years’ experience of print product development and dedicated customer service in communities throughout the Midwest. Our experience allows Town Square Publications to offer you attractive royalty and non-dues revenue share streams, provide direct distribution of your custom designed printed publications, including digital and mobile integration, and all with the quickest turn-around times available in the industry. Town Square also offers multi-media maps in both print and online formats, both with our No-Cost guarantee. More information: Town Square Publications
Chambers of Commerce and member focused organizations serve as a valuable resource in the local marketplace. The networking opportunities and representation with a wide variety of diverse businesses in your community is the catalyst of a successful organization. For further information about Town Square's publishing partnership with chambers of commerce and our No-Cost guarantee and Earned Revenue Share Program, To request your publication proposal, Click here
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