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#Chamberheart: West Virginia Chamber to offer grant help to flooded small businesses
At least $100,000 in grant funding will initially be available through the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce Foundation for qualifying small business owners trying to recover from the devastating June 23 flood.
“Many small businesses really are the fabric of a community, particularly in a small town.”“What we need to do is help get some of these small businesses back on their feet as soon as possible,” said Steve Roberts, president of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce.
The Chamber, he said, is trying to fill a need with the grant program, funded with donations, since so many affected business owners did not have flood insurance and assistance options for flooded businesses from the federal government are largely limited to low-interest loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Individuals can qualify for grant assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency, businesses cannot.
Helping businesses with flood recovery helps communities, in Roberts’ view.
“Imagine if you’re a small hardware store or you’re a small lumber company, right now, people want to get to you to get the supplies and materials they need,” he said. “The sooner we get them back on their feet, the sooner we get them open, the sooner those communities begin to recover.”
As of Thursday, about $100,000 had been raised for the Chamber’s grant effort and, Roberts said, that amount was growing each day. During a preliminary survey, about 50 applications for or interest in the direct mini-grants for small businesses had been identified.
The West Virginia Bankers Association is working with the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce on the effort.
More information on grant donations or applications is available by calling the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce at 304-342-1115 or by clicking here. Source: Metro News
Greater Madison Chamber launches HealthTech Capitol website to promote Madison area
The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce announced Friday the launch of the HealthTech Capitol website healthtechcapitol.com as part of an initiative dedicated to establishing Madison as a leader for health innovation by allowing companies to leverage talent, capital and mentoring.
"With a robust ecosystem of world-class research, the market leader in electronic medical records, entrepreneurs and a strong network of payers and providers, Greater Madison is already a leader in health innovation," said Chamber President Zach Brandon. "HealthTech Capitol will help build on these strengths by supporting companies and talent in our region and building an infrastructure that will amplify our health discoveries to the world."
HealthTech Capitol represents efforts begun in 2012 by entrepreneurs to make greater Madison the best place to start and grow a health technology company. The effort brought together a group of emerging health tech companies and providers from the Madison area, including HealthX Ventures, Moxe, Healthfinch, Forward Health Group and Wellbe. Read more: Journal-Sentinel Online
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If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a member of an ACTION! group, please contact Bonnie Miles at (248) 430-7686 or bonniem@bbcc.com Virginia Peninsula Chamber program: Bridge to go behind the scenes at City Center Paragon July 20
Bridge, the young professionals program of the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, will go behind the scenes at the Paragon movie theater in City Center to explore how to run and market a local entertainment and cultural venue at its Summer Connect event 6-7:30 p.m. July 20.
The cost is $5 for Chamber members and $10 for non-members.
Additionally, Bridge is hosting its regular luncheon at noon on July 28 on "How to use service to enhance your skills, careers, and influence."
Young professionals can explore how to get involved with local nonprofits and civic organizations, including with volunteering and leadership. The luncheon takes place at the Peninsula Chamber office at 21 Enterprise Parkway in Hampton. Read More: Daily Press
Valpo Chamber interest: Man behind the scenes: Jon Schmaltz
The Region has been a hub for growth, with new commercial districts, growing recreational attractions, businesses and housing developments sprouting in recent years. From the outside, community members see fresh stores and restaurants, new employment opportunities and new parks and subdivisions popping up in their towns and cities.
But what they don't always see are the years of work, fundraising and planning that went into those new projects.
Jon Schmaltz has been, in many cases, the man behind the scenes. That includes recent projects like the $20 million bond and referendum for Valparaiso Community Schools and improvements at Valparaiso's Central Park Plaza.
“As a relatively younger leader, Jon has made such a large impact on the community that will last and continue to affect the area for years to come,” said Rex Richards, president and CEO of the Greater Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce.
An attorney, Schmaltz has worked with Burke Costanza and Carberry LLP in Valparaiso for close to 17 years.
He graduated from Purdue University in 1996 with a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science before earning his law degree from Indiana University School of Law in 1999.
Schmaltz works within the Business and Personal Services Practice Group of Burke Costanza and Carberry LLP where he represents clients in land use and zoning matters, loan transactions, business and real estate acquisitions and private equity and debt placements. More information: NWI Times
Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce 2016 Business Directory and Resource Guide
The Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce 2016 Business Directory and Resource Guide is available at the Virginia Peninsula Chamber today! Thanks to Mike Kuhns, Suzy Johnson and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
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Columbus - Lowndes Chamber Celebrates Year of Success
Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual luncheon open to all Chamber members on July 13, 2016. The event took place at Lion Hills Center from 11:30-1:00 and there were 150 guests in attendance.
“I am excited to share all of our Chamber achievements with our membership at the annual luncheon” said Joey Bragg, CLCC President. “It’s our chance to really highlight the incredible programs and events we have been able to make happen in our community this year”.
Some highlights discussed were the upwards of $10,000 of scholarships given away this year through the Chamber of Commerce, the $25,000 raised for a new sign at the entrance of Columbus Air Force Base, the 375 CAFB Pilots whose lives are touched monthly for a personal welcome to Columbus through the Chamber Military Affairs Committee, and the 2 “Pilot for A Day” programs benefitting terminally ill children.
Bragg recognized that none of this would have been possible without the Chamber members getting involved. Bragg acknowledged and thanked all the committee members and committee chairs of Education, Military Affairs, Chamber Ambassadors, Chamber Board, Columbus Young Professionals and more. Bragg even thanked Barbara Bigelow at Columbus Main Street for being so easy to work with on Sounds of Summer. “This year, despite the heat, is the greatest attendance we have ever seen at Sounds of Summer,” said Bragg. Read more: WCBI TV
#FamousChamber of Commerce Quotations: Honoring Volunteers
“What volunteers bring is the human touch, the individual, caring approach that no government program, however well-meaning and well-executed, can deliver.” – Edward James Olmos
Chicago Southland Chamber New Event: Homewood Hop Fest
The Homewood Hop fest will be located in Irwin Park Homewood, Illinois. It will consist of one session offering an impressive variety of beer and hard ciders from Illinois and beyond. In addition to the sampling of craft beers from local and regional breweries, attendees can purchase food and enjoy live music. Must be 21 years or older to attend.
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THE EXPERIENCE:
The Homewood Hop Fest will consist of one-afternoon session from 3:00 - 6:30 pm (2pm entry for VIP Guests). It will offer an impressive array of beer and hard ciders from Illinois and beyond. In addition to the sampling of craft beers, attendees can purchase food and enjoy live music and other craft beer-centric activities.
TICKETS:
Beginning May 20, attendees can purchase tickets online, selecting from: VIP, General Admission or Designated Driver Tickets.
VIP-$65: 1-hr Early Admission, 30- taste tokens, exclusive beer and cider offering, appetizers and commemorative pint glass
General Admission-$45*: 3 ½ hour session, 20- taste tokens, commemorative pint glass.
Designated Driver-$15: unlimited soda, water and complimentary snacks
List of Brewers
3 Sheeps Brewing
350 Brewing Company
Ale Syndicate Brewers
Arcade Brewery
Baderbrau Brewing
Banging Gavel Brews
Black Belt Brewery
Blue Island Beer Company
Blue Nose Brewery
Brickstone Brewery
Crazy Mountain
Evil Horse
Firestone Walker
Flossmoor Station Brewing Company
Half Acre Beer Company
Lagunitas Brewing Company
McKenzies Hard Cider
Noon Whistle Brewing
One Trick Pony Brewery
Pollyanna Brewing Company
Revolution Brewing
Slapshot Brewing
Sprecher Brewing Company
Twisted Hippo
Urban Legend Brewing Company
Vice District Brewing
Wild Blossom Meadery
The Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce has received one of two national grand awards for its Island Compass mobile application
The Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce has received one of two national grand awards in electronic communication from the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives for its Island Compass mobile application.
The Awards for Communication Excellence program is an annual competition that recognizes unique communications and marketing work produced by chambers of commerce in the U.S. and beyond. Two best in show winners will be named at ACCE’s annual convention next month in Savannah. Read more: Bluffton Today
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