Crossroads Chamber shows off members at Expo event
Shelly Harrington of Crown Point plans to open a hair salon this year, and she currently is looking for ways to market her new venture.
A friend suggested she research the benefits of joining a local Chamber of Commerce, which brought the budding entrepreneur to the recent Swing for Success Expo 2016 event at the Radisson Hotel in Merrillville. Sponsored by Crossroads Chamber of Commerce, 70 vendors and chamber members welcomed hundreds of visitors to their booths and tables. Offerings ranged from retail shops and health facilities to emergency medical services.
"I've only been here a short while, but I've heard nothing but positive comments about the Crossroads Chamber," Harrington said, as she looked over the vendor list. "I had no idea that joining this type of organization would help me to get the word out about my new business."
In 2009, a Joint Merger Task Force including members from the Greater Crown Point Chamber of Commerce and Merrillville Chamber of Commerce met to discuss combining into one chamber.
hat idea came to fruition, and In January, 2010, Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce became official.
"This is a great northwest Indiana event," Crossroads president and CEO Sue Reed said as she greeted visitors. "We're hoping people take away the idea that all consumer needs can be met right here in our own backyard."
Keri Parker of Merrillville was finding that statement to be true.
"Even though I've lived in Merrillville for quite a while, there's still a lot of places I'm just finding out about, so coming to this Expo was a good decision for me," she said "And when you do hear about new places, it's great to put a face with the business, not just hear a voice on the phone."
Cara Lynn Brown of Crown Point said she felt she hit the jackpot when she walked through the doors to the Expo. Read more: Post Tribune
Oxford and Lafayette County residents have the opportunity to showcase their artistic talent this year with the 17th Annual Chamber of Commerce Art Contest. The first place winner will grace the cover of the 2016-2017 Oxford-Lafayette County Community Guide and Membership Directory.
In addition to being featured on the cover of the Guide, the winning artwork will also be reproduced as a limited edition print by the Chamber. The limited number (250) will be available to the public for sale as 14th in a series of prints showcasing the talents of artists in our area. All proceeds of the art sales will go to benefit the Chamber of Commerce.
All forms of art are acceptable, including photographs, paintings, digital images or any other original printed art form. All formats are acceptable. Submissions must be in color and be of high quality. The art should represent Oxford and Lafayette County and be appropriate for the cover of a guide that will represent the area to visitors, prospective newcomers and residents. Photo submissions must be submitted in digital form and suitable for print media. Other artwork submissions must be submitted in hard copy and digital form when possible, and suitable for print media.
Contest entries must be received in the Chamber office by 4 p.m. Friday, June 10, 2016. No entry fee is required.
Contest entries must be received in the Chamber office by 4 p.m. Friday, June 10, 2016. No entry fee is required.
All artwork will become the property of the Chamber of Commerce, to be used only as specified in these guidelines. The artist’s name will be identified with the published artwork. Each entrant must include a sheet with name, address, phone number, age and e-mail address. Please print in block letters or type, and attach the information sheet to the image with a paper clip. Do not staple to the image.
In addition to having his or her artwork on the cover of the Community Guide and featured in the art series, the first place winner will also receive $250.
Contest entries should be sent to the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce, Attention Pam Swain, P.O. Box 147, Oxford, Miss., 38655. They may also be delivered to the Chamber office, 299 Jackson Avenue, or e-mailed to pam@oxfordms.com. For more information or questions about the contest, call 662-234-4651.
Plainfield Chamber holds first cruise night of the year
Cruise Nights kicked off June 7 in downtown Plainfield, with hundreds of car enthusiasts turning out for the event.
The opening night was sponsored by Rod Baker Ford, and saw dozens of cars parked along the streets downtown.
Participating vehicles enter at the intersection of Illinois and Lockport and park at the first available spot on Lockport. Roads were closed for a stretch of downtown to allow visitors to stop and look at cars.
Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tasha Kitson said Cruise Nights are an economic driver for the downtown businesses.
“Cruise Nights allows the residents of Plainfield and the surrounding communities the opportunity to admire the area’s finest classic vehicles as well as the opportunity to walk our wonderful downtown,” she said.
Kitson added that the Chamber always tries to improve the event.
“This year, we have added two more dates for School of Rock to play and have increased our parking spot count.”
Money earned from sponsorships and the raffle that takes place at Cruise Night are used to improve the event and assist in providing benefits to Chamber members.
“We have continued to make the Cruise Nights a family-friendly free event for the participants and the area residents,” Kitson said. Read more: The Enterprise
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Michigan business leaders gather in Flint
More than 50 top business executives are in Flint today, talking about finding solutions to the city’s problems.
The Moving Flint Forward Leadership Summit at the Flint Institute of Arts is invitation-only.
Tim Herman is the CEO of the Flint/Genesee County Chamber of Commerce. He says it’s important for business leaders from across the state to feel they can freely share their ideas.
“We think it’s important to have this closed meeting…and be able to be open and honest…and let the participants be open and honest,” says Herman. Read more: Michigan Radio
Kentucky Chamber interest: State officials expect to reduce employers’ unemployment insurance contributions
State officials told the Labor and Industry Interim Joint Committee that the Kentucky Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund is growing and costs to employers are expected to come down.
Officials from the Kentucky Education and Workforce Cabinet reported that the fund had a positive balance at the start of 2016 and that balance had grown to a current level of $220 million.
The fund is expected to hold $240 million in reserves by the end of 2016. The fund balance was a negative $948 million in January 2012 and steps were taken by former Governor Steve Beshear and the legislature to chart a path out of debt.
Overtime, the changes made to shore up the fund have paid off. On Sept. 30 as directed by statute, the Cabinet will review the fund level and set the employer contribution rates to take effect the following July. The Cabinet expects levels to continue to increase such that contribution rates will be reduced. Read more: Kentucky Chamber
HCSO honored with 2016 Marc Weiss Hanover Workforce award
The Hanover County Sheriff’s Office recently received the 2016 Marc Weiss Hanover Workforce Award from the Hanover Business Council of the Greater Richmond Chamber.
The Marc Weiss Award honors Hanover County-based organizations that have made a significant impact on workforce development.
“It is an honor to receive the 2016 Marc Weiss Award. I am truly grateful to the Hanover Business Council of the Greater Richmond Chamber for their recognition and look forward to our continued partnerships,” Col. David R. Hines, sheriff, said. “I realize that the most important assets of the Sheriff’s Office are its men and women that serve here and their ability to serve with the community towards a common purpose. This award was accepted on their behalf.”
The award recognized the Sheriff’s Office for applying innovative techniques to achieve a better-trained workforce, for incorporating innovative hiring techniques, creating innovative workplace cultures, and using effective training strategies.
The Sheriff’s Office was honored in the Large Business Category, with 100-plus employees. Read more: Richmond Times Dispatch
Aurora named best large employer by Kenosha Chamber of Commerce
Aurora Health Care has been named the 2016 Large Business Best Place to Work in Kenosha County by the Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce.
Aurora was selected by a chamber committee based on nominations from local employees in Kenosha County.
Nominations highlighted Aurora’s encouragement of professional and personal growth, strong benefits, a welcoming atmosphere and what several nominees referred to as “a home away from home.”
“Being named the best place to work in Kenosha County is a testament to the passionate caregivers who work daily with patients throughout the county to deliver the best in care,” said Doug Koch, president of Aurora’s Racine, Kenosha and Northern Illinois Patient Service Market. “We strive daily to create a work environment that attracts the best of the best, and this recognition is a confirmation of our team’s efforts.”
Aurora Health Care will be officially presented the 2016 Large Business Best Place to Work in Kenosha County Award on July 27 at the Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting. Read more: Kenosha News
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