Happy Friday, Chamber World! It's going to be a GREAT day!
Jay Julian To Stay At The Muncie-Delaware County Chamber Of Commerce
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| Jay Julian, Muncie-Delaware County Chamber |
“With great things going on in our community, we couldn’t be happier that he has agreed to continue to lead the organization,” says John Littler, Chair of the Chamber Board.
While the intention of leaving was to accompany his wife Leisa to Kansas, after further consideration Jay is going to continue his employment here. With family in each of the states they are both looking forward to these exciting family/career opportunities.
“Both the Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and Delaware Advancement Board of Directors have been involved in this decision and we endorse Julian’s continued involvement,” says Tom Miller, Chair of the Delaware Advancement Corporation. Read more: Muncie Journal
Friday: 157 Rules for Executive Success in Organization Management (and your Chamber of Commerce) by Patrick McGaughey
Rule #84 If we can't afford a planning session, the last one failed.
Business is just like baseball; we have to regroup and review (Winter Meetings) and we have to retreat (Spring Training) before our busiest time (Regular Season.)
Spring Training is a time for trying out new players in baseball and new ideas in business. It's a time to see where rookie players and rookie volunteers fit it best.
Spring Training is a time for renewal. Don't let it pass you by.
Spring Training is a time for trying out new players in baseball and new ideas in business. It's a time to see where rookie players and rookie volunteers fit it best.
Spring Training is a time for renewal. Don't let it pass you by.
Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors Program enters 5th year, Membership at highest support ever
Oxford, MS— The Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce is excited to be in the midst of its fifth year of the LOU Ambassadors program. The LOU Ambassadors are a prestigious group of individuals from the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce member investors who volunteer to enhance communication between the Chamber staff/Board and its membership. More importantly, the Ambassadors are vital links in helping the Chamber understand the needs of its membership.
Ole Miss Athletics, a major community partner to the Chamber of Commerce and the Oxford community, has taken the lead again this year in being the Chamber’s sponsor of the Ambassador Program. They will present this year's Ambassador of the Year with two 2016 season football tickets at the Chamber's annual banquet later this Spring.
Front row: Shannon Ferguson, Nikki Paine, Laura Woods, Hannah Mayo, Jessica Windham, Lisa Coleman, Sharon Grace, Michael Williamson, Ashley Roberts, Nicole List, Tami Tacke, Michele McCay, Jennifer Woodard, Shelton Elwood, Mollye Lee, Torie White. Back row: Emily Scheuer, Matthew Copp, Dawn Boutwell, Cassidy Shoemake, Katie Kaiser, Not pictured: Matt Bishop, Aaron Craig, Justin Ramsey, and Erin Smith.
The program offers members an opportunity to represent their business while networking at Chamber functions and events, simultaneously increasing business’ visibility and exposure in the community. LOU Chamber Ambassadors are the official representatives of the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce throughout the community. Their responsibilities include participation in a variety of programs, projects and activities, including: attending ribbon cutting events, networking events, mixers and other Chamber functions throughout the year. Additionally they are assigned a list of Chamber members whom they keep in close contact with and help maximize the members' investment in the Chamber.
The Ambassadors for the 2016 year are as follows: Tami Tacke, LOU Ambassadors Chair, with Mechanics Bank; Matt Bishop, Shelter Insurance; Dawn Boutwell, Alfa Insurance; Lisa Coleman, The Salvation Army; Matthew Copp, MRC Landscape Architecture; Aaron Craig, Rex Sports; Shelton Edwood, McDonalds; Shannon Ferguson, Regions Bank; Sharon Grace, Grace Realty Group of Oxford; Katie Kaiser, Visit Oxford; Mollye Lee, The Home Lending Group; Nicole List, Courtyard Marriot; Hannah Mayo, Mayo Eye Center; Michele McCay, Rodan + Fields; Nikki Paine, The Oxford Eagle; Justin Ramsey, BancorpSouth; Ashley Roberts, Office of Judge Howorth; Emily Scheuer, FNC, Inc.; Cassidy Shoemake, Telesouth Communications; Erin Smith, Ear, Nose and Throat Consultants; Torie White, University of Mississippi Alumni Association; Michael Williamson, BancorpSouth; Jessica Windham; Jennifer Woodward, Oxford University Bank; Laura Woods, Roberts Wilson, PA.
“The Ambassador Program is comprised of business and individual members of our Chamber and they play a critical role in maintaining strong relationships with our members and fostering a welcoming environment where they can make lasting business connections,” stated Pam Swain, Chamber Senior Vice President. "We are thrilled to have this active group communicating daily with our members and helping them to get the most out of their membership investment and benefits."
“A point system was created to track each Ambassador’s volunteer hours. Each quarter the Ambassador with the most points is recognized as the Ole Miss Athletics Ambassador of the Quarter. At the end of the Chamber’s fiscal year the Ambassador with the most points will be presented the Ole Miss Athletics Ambassador of the Year Award, which will be announced at the Chamber's Annual Meeting. In addition, Ole Miss Athletics will award the winner with two season tickets to the 2016 Ole Miss Football Season,” explained Tami Tacke, LOU Ambassador Chairman.
For more information about the LOU Ambassadors go to www.oxfordms.com.
The Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce is the most dynamic business organization in our community where businesses and professionals come together to work to improve the business climate and quality of life for our area. With nearly 700 members, the Chamber strives to undertake programs and projects which seek a positive business climate conducive to growth of the private enterprise system, raising per capita income and providing strong financial, physical and human resources, for the citizens of Oxford and Lafayette County. These goals are accomplished through a variety of avenues, including networking opportunities, seminars, events, marketing opportunities, referrals, leadership programs, or other resources available exclusively to Chamber members.
For more information, please contact Maggie McDaniel at the Oxford – Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce at 662-234-4651 or go to www.oxfordms.com.
Virginia Peninsula Chamber: YEA! The Class of 2016 is in Full Effect
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| Mike Kuhns, Virginia Peninsula Chamber |
What is YEA!
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is a year-long program that teaches middle and high school students how to start and run their own REAL businesses. YEA! was developed at the University of Rochester in 2004 with the support of a grant from the Kauffman Foundation. The Virginia Peninsula Chamber Foundation is excited to introduce YEA! to the Peninsula business community!
YEA! guides high school students through the process of starting and running a legitimate business or social movement over the course of a full academic year. As of 2013, YEA! has graduated 1,394 students who have started over 1,000 businesses and social movements! YEA! graduates started as students, and left the program as CEOs of their own companies! Read more: Virginia Peninsula Your Opportunity to become a Shark Ends Wednesday, March 16!
New Castle-Henry County Chamber of Commerce 2016 Community Map
The New Castle-Henry County Chamber of Commerce 2016 Community Map is available at the New Castle-Henry County Chamber today! Thanks to Missy Modesitt, Mary Campbell and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
Town SquarePublications (www.townsquarepublications.com) can help you accomplish your chamber's gloss map, directory, community guide or publication needs at no expense to the chamber. Please email John Dussman at jdussman@tspubs.com or call (847)-427-4633.
#BestChamber Practices: Park Ridge (Illinois) Chamber - Chamber Testimonials
"I find the Chamber's many different networking functions are efficient and fruitful: Some of my very best clients are people I have met at Chamber functions! I also find I gain added credibility for my practice by being a board member of this prestigious organization."
Rick Pucci - Park Ridge FinanicalPark Ridge, IL
www.parkridgefinancial.com
I joined the Chamber to promote my hairstylist/makeup artist business and quickly gained enough visibility that I was hired to manage a salon while concurrently running my own business. The Chamber provides lots of ways to promote my business, including the "Shop Park Ridge" Facebook page and networking events with other Chamber members and the public. I joined the Chamber's Retail Committee, became the Chair, and am completely enrolled in First Fridays, Winterfest and other creative joint marketing programs. The Chamber has our backs, and whether your business is large or small like mine, the support of colleagues in our community makes all the difference.
Linda Russo - Hair & Make-Up GuruPark Ridge, IL
www.lindaarusso.com
"We were looking for a new accounting firm a few years ago and Gail Haller recommended Chamber member Sullivan & Johnson. They've been our accountants ever since and we've been very happy with them. Thanks to the Chamber for a solid referral in a crucial business area."
Helen Finkel - AELE Law Enforcement Legal CenterPark Ridge, IL
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See more testimonials: Park Ridge Chamber
KYNDLE Financial Aid: Scholarships available for agricultural-related training for Henderson County residents
Scholarships up to $500 are available for agriculture-related training from the Kyndle Agriculture Committee, the organization announced today. Scholarships can be used to cover the cost of registration or travel.
One scholarship is being offered in the spring and another one in the fall, in memory of Sharon Cates and Jeff Porter. Cates was a teacher in the Henderson County School System for many years before retiring. She was a staple in the farming community for over 20 years running Cates Farm with the help of her family. In 2003 she was the recipient of the Agriculturalist of the Year award. Porter worked as the UK horticulture extension agent in Henderson for many years and established the master gardener program which has seen well over 100 graduates to date. Porter was also pivotal in establishing the Farmers Market in Henderson as well as the Tri-State Small Farms Conference in Henderson.
Porter and Cates were honored last September with the naming and dedication of the Henderson Farmers Market
The Kyndle Agriculture Committee’s goal is to educate the community on the importance of agriculture in the region and address the needs of the agriculture community. Applicants should be a Kyndle stakeholder, from Henderson County and be interested in attending an agriculture related seminar or conference. For more information contact Margaret Ridley at (270) 826-7505.
A note from Brian Birney, President, Orion Area Chamber of Commerce: New Chamber Executive Director is Kim Urbanski
Dear Chamber members and friends,
It is with great pleasure that we introduce the new Executive Director of the Orion Area Chamber of Commerce, Kim Urbanowski. Kim comes to us with a diverse background ranging from business owner to communications, finance, and serving our country in the U.S. Navy.
It is with great pleasure that we introduce the new Executive Director of the Orion Area Chamber of Commerce, Kim Urbanowski. Kim comes to us with a diverse background ranging from business owner to communications, finance, and serving our country in the U.S. Navy.
Kim served as the Communications Manager and Finance Coordinator for the Oakland County-wide substance abuse prevention organization the Alliance of Coalitions for Healthy Communities, based in Auburn Hills. Prior to this she was the Communications Coordinator for the North Oakland Community Coalition, in Lake Orion. Kim owned and operated two businesses in Lake Orion; A Moveable Feast, Personal Chef Service and specialty food market Urban Gourmet. As a Lake Orion business owner, she participated in Orion Area Chamber of Commerce events including the Barn Daze Chili Challenge, and the Community Business Expo.
She is a member of the National Public Health Information Coalition, and recently attended the National Conference on Health Communication, Marketing, and Media in Atlanta, Georgia.
Kim will be a very strong addition to our Chamber team. She brings with her a variety of experiences. Like many of you, she has owned businesses in our area. She knows what many of you deal with on a daily basis, and can be an advocate, a cheerleader, and, most importantly, a voice for you.
We are very excited to welcome Kim, and anticipate the Chamber thriving under her leadership. Please join me in welcoming Kim to the Chamber.
Sincerely,
Brian Birney
President
Orion Area Chamber of Commerce
Wausau Region Chamber: Small business award finalists named
The Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce has announced the 21 finalists for the2016 Small Businesses of the Year Awards.
The Small Business of the Year Award recognizes business growth, community involvement and innovative efforts in the Wausau Region and is a part of the 2016 Small Business Week. The recipients of this year’s award will be named at the 2016 Small Business of the Year Awards from 7:30 to 9 a.m., April 19, at Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center. It's $35 to attend.
The finalists in each of three categories are:
Business-to-Business category: Business Service Center Inc., Creative Communication & Design Inc. and the Ginseng Board of Wisconsin Inc.
Business-to-Consumer category: Accent Window Fashions LLC, Basil LLC, Buska Retirement Solutions Inc, Floorology, Grand Lodge Waterpark Resort, Griesbach Auto Service Inc, Indianhead Golf Course Inc, Lil’ Ole Winemaker Shoppe LLC, Nicole’s Boutique, Quality Foods IGA of Rib Mountain and Red Eye Brewing Company LLC
Charitable Non-Profit category: Center for the Visual Arts Inc, Junior Achievement of Wisconsin Inc - Northcentral District, The Open Door of Marathon County Inc, Partnership for Progressive Agriculture Inc., Stable Hands Inc., Wausau Curling Club Inc. and Wausau River District Inc. Read more: Wausau Daily Herald
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