Linda Bynum of the City of Ridgeland Chamber of Commerce named one of Mississippi’s TOP CEO’s for 2017.; Chamber collaboration: Feed Your Inner Foodie During Northern Virginia Restaurant Week: March 20-27, 2017; Dubuque Area Chamber event: Chamber Idol; Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts 2017 State of the City Address Featuring Mayor Steve Chirico; Senator Debbie Stabenow will address local business leaders and the public at the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce Legislative Forum breakfast; Women’s Initiative presents 2017 Outstanding Women of Northern Kentucky to nine honorees; Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce Leadership Excellence; Jasper Chamber Bridge Planter Project Accepting Donations & Seeking Volunteers for Patoka 2000;

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Linda Bynum of the City of Ridgeland Chamber of Commerce named one of Mississippi’s TOP CEO’s for 2017.

 Linda Bynum, Executive Director of the City of Ridgeland Chamber of Commerce, was recently named one of Mississippi’s TOP CEO’s for 2017.  Presenting Bynum with a plaque is Alan Turner, publisher of the Mississippi Business Journal.

As Executive Director of the City of Ridgeland Chamber of Commerce, Linda Bynum oversees day-to-day operations of the chamber that include publicizing and promoting the chamber’s membership, implementing a yearly Program of Focus, coordinating all fundraising events and developing and implementing all chamber activities designed to help the chamber’s membership grow their business.

Bynum says her most significant professional accomplishment, which she feels has benefitted others the most, is evolving the Ridgeland Chamber into an organization that truly works for its members and the city it services.

Bynum believes a strong community is essential for business to flourish. If there’s a need in the community, Bynum finds a way to meet that need. Over the years, she has helped raised over $100,000 and in-kind donations to complete the Chapel on the Hospice Ministries Campus; raised funds to purchase American flags for every classroom in all Ridgeland public schools; gathered canned goods and non-perishable items for Our Daily Bread Ministries and MadCAAP (Madison Countians Allied Against Poverty); raised funds for Hope Hollow, a camp in Madison County for children and adults with special needs; raised money for the American Cancer Society and raised funds to purchase bullet proof vests for the Ridgeland Police Department.

A graduate of Mississippi University for Women, Bynum is a Top Ten Finalist of the 50 Leading Business Women in Mississippi, 2014; a Rotary Paul Harris Fellow; a graduate of Leadership Madison County; a member of Executive Women International, Jackson Chapter and a member of Mississippi University for Women Jackson Metro Alumni Chapter.

Chamber collaboration: Feed Your Inner Foodie During Northern Virginia Restaurant Week: March 20-27, 2017

In Partnership with the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association

Manassas, VA – Foodies rejoice! For the second year in a row, four of Northern Virginia’s top business organizations -- the Prince William, Greater Reston, Loudoun County and Arlington Chambers of Commerce -- are collaborating to produce Northern Virginia Restaurant Week, March 20-27, 2017. The Virginia Restaurant, Lodging and Travel Association (VRLTA) once again joins them as a partner, making it one of the largest dining out celebrations in the state. The goal of this event is to draw attention to Northern Virginia’s vibrant hospitality industry, encouraging residents and workers to explore new dining options close to home or work. 

“Northern Virginia Restaurant Week is a week-long, dining experience taking place at a variety of establishments from fine dining to fast casual. That means that everyone can take part. Speaking on behalf of the Chamber, it’s our privilege to shine the spotlight on the vibrant local hospitality industry. Speaking as a resident of Northern Virginia, I am looking forward to exploring new dining options throughout the region. This is fast becoming one of my favorite weeks of the year!” says Prince William Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Debbie Jones.

In 2016, more than 60 restaurants participated with special menus and pricing at both lunch and dinner. This year over 40 have signed up to date with more added to the website daily. Participating restaurants can be found at novarestaurantweek.com/menus. Interested local gourmands are encouraged to visit NOVARestaurantWeek.com and/or to follow Northern Virginia Restaurant Week on Facebook. 

The Northern Virginia Restaurant Week partnership is once again working with OpenTable.com to provide consumers a chance to make stress-free reservations. Restaurants who are already on Open Table will be featured on a special NOVA Restaurant Week page, making it simple for consumers to find convenient options throughout the seven-day event. During the week of March 20-27, consumers are encouraged to use #NOVARestaurantWeek when dining at participating restaurants.

Registrations will be accepted until the beginning of Restaurant Week. Signature Sponsors are Upper Crust Pizzeria-DC Metro, One Loudoun, Reston Town Center and Potomac Mills. Platinum Sponsors include Arlington Convention & Visitors Bureau; Bistro 360; Historic Manassas, Inc.; Rosslyn Business Improvement District; Discover Prince William & Manassas and Sushi-Zen. InsideNOVA is a Media Partner.

For more information about Northern Virginia Restaurant Week, sponsorship opportunities, or the collaboration between the Prince William, Greater Reston, Loudoun County and Arlington Chambers, please contact Andrea Short, Director of Marketing & Communications for the Prince William Chamber of Commerce, 571-765-1876 or ashort@pwchamber.org.

Dubuque Area Chamber event: Chamber Idol

We invite our new members to join us for Chamber Idol!

Members have 60 seconds to perform for the audience to promote their business through creative musical presentation. Members can pick a familiar melody or make up their own. Beer, wine and light hors d'oeuvres will be provided.

3:00 p.m. – Booth Exhibits
3:30 p.m. – Icebreakers
4:00 p.m. – Chamber Idol
4:30 p.m. – Networking
5:00 p.m. – Event end

We invite our new members to join us for Chamber Idol!

RSVP to reserve your booth no later than March 17th.

Location: Holiday Inn Dubuque/Galena - Moon Room
March 23, 2017
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Contact Information: Barry Gentry 563.557.9200 

Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts 2017 State of the City Address Featuring Mayor Steve Chirico

Naperville, IL. (March 3, 2017) – The 2017 State of the City Address hosted by the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce (NACC) will be held on Monday, March 20, 2017 at Embassy Suites Chicago-Naperville, 1823 Abriter Court in Naperville.  This event is presented by BMO Harris Bank N.A.

The address serves as an inspiring recap of the year’s events.  The discussion will highlight the monumental progression of the area’s growth including new and existing businesses.  Additionally, the address will turn an eye towards the future, as we will learn about a number of programs and initiatives scheduled for the coming year.  The NACC has hosted the State of the City Address for the past 33 years for the Naperville community starting with Mayor Peg Price. 

“The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce plays an important role in success and retention of businesses in our region,” said Nicki Anderson, NACC President/CEO.  “Our partnership with the City and Naperville Development Partnership are crucial to the strength and viability of a successful business climate.”

The Mayor also uses the program as a time to not only to recognize Naperville’s accomplishments, but also the people who made it possible.  The State of the City Address honors city officials and their years of service to the community. 

“The State of the City address is an important venue to showcase the City’s commitment to economic growth, efficient government and serving our community well,” Mayor Steve Chirico said.  “This year’s address will celebrate our shared accomplishments, provide a roadmap for the year to come and inspire our businesses to continue making Naperville the premier location to live, work and play in the region.” 

Registration and networking begin at 10:30 a.m. with the program and lunch beginning at 11:00 a.m.  To make a reservation, call the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce at 630.355.4141 or register online at www.naperville.net.  Due to the popularity of this luncheon, early registration is highly recommended.  There will not be walk-in registration available.

About the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce

The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce is the largest suburban Chamber in Illinois with an active membership of 1,200 organizations of every size and from every sector. The NACC promotes economic growth and advocacy in and around the Naperville area.  For its efforts in promoting free enterprise and the business community, the Chamber has been recognized with 5-Star Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, an honor bestowed on only 1 percent of Chambers, out of the nearly 7,000 in the nation. Visit www.naperville.net

Cottage Grove Chamber of Commerce 2016 Community Profile & Membership Directory

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Senator Debbie Stabenow will address local business leaders and the public at the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce Legislative Forum breakfast

Southgate, MI – Senator Debbie Stabenow will address local business leaders and the public at the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce Legislative Forum breakfast on Monday, March 27, 2017 from 8:30 am – 10:30 am at Crystal Gardens Banquet & Conference Center in Southgate. The event is presented by Wayne County Community College District, and is open to the public.

Stabenow is the third speaker in this popular Chamber series, following Congresswoman Debbie Dingell who spoke in January, and Senator Gary Peters who spoke in February. The series is designed to promote communication between business and political leaders, and to inform the downriver community about what is taking place in local, state and federal government.

“It is truly an honor to have the opportunity to welcome Senator Debbie Stabenow to our region later this month,” commented Ron Hinrichs, president of the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce. “We are grateful to hear about what is taking place in our nation’s capital and how that will directly impact our region.”

Space is limited and registration is requested for this event. Tickets are $20 each, and can be purchased at www.swcrc.com, or by calling the Chamber office at 734-284-6000. Tickets are available at the door for $25 per person.

Corporate Sponsors for this event are AT&T, BASF Corporation, DTE Energy, Monroe Bank & Trust, The News-Herald, SEMCA, United States Steel, Wayne County Community College District, Downriver Community Conference, Signarama of Metro Detroit, and Public Service Credit Union. Comcast is a Forum Sponsor.

Be sure to follow the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce on Facebook at facebook.com/SWCRC and the Chamber website for all the latest Chamber news and events.





Women’s Initiative presents 2017 Outstanding Women of Northern Kentucky to nine honorees

The Women’s Initiative is pleased to announce this year’s Outstanding Women of Northern Kentucky honorees. The professional accomplishments of these talented women are an example of the tremendous role models we have in our community.

Outstanding Women of NKY Honorees:

Maryanne McGowan, Manager, Strategy & Implementation, Duke Energy
Gabriel Summe, Kenton County Clerk

Emerging Leader Award:

Katie Meyer, Executive Director, Renaissance Covington

Helen Carroll Champion of Education Award:

Dr. Kathlyn Burkhardt, Ed.D., Superintendent, Erlanger-Elsmere School District

Henrietta Cleveland Inspiring Women Award: 
presented by St. Elizabeth Healthcare

Joan Tepe Wurtenburger, Senior Principal, Champlin Architecture

Judith Clabes Lifetime Achievement Award:

Linda M. Young, Executive Director, Welcome House

Nancy Janes Boothe Scholarship:

Leigh Ann Hoskins, Gateway Community & Technical College
Victoria Boerger, Northern Kentucky University
Laura Berkemeier, Thomas More College


The Outstanding Women of Northern Kentucky Awards Luncheon will be held 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on April 5 at the St. Elizabeth Training and Education Center (formerly the METS Center) in Erlanger.

To attend the luncheon is $40. For more information, contact Gina Bath at 859-578-6384 or register online at www.nkychamber.com/OWNK. 

Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce Leadership Excellence

Leadership Excellence improves your ability to manage change, create synergistic teams and uncover positive solutions. Leadership Excellence is a means to success, achievement and reaching your goals. It is an interactive leadership program designed to develop your professional and personal self, based on your strengths.

For more information on the program, browse the pages of our new brochure

Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce members can participate at a reduced rate.

Register for the 2017-2018 program

Jasper Chamber Bridge Planter Project Accepting Donations & Seeking Volunteers for Patoka 2000



Patoka 2000, the beautification committee of the Jasper Chamber of Commerce is getting ready to place beautiful summer flowers in the planters along the Patoka River Bridge.

Patoka 2000 works to maintain this area as a beautiful entryway into the City of Jasper. The planters are spruced up with live flowers three times a year and flags are rotated at various times, too. Donations are accepted and received and it is this money that helps maintain these planter urns and the decorative flags on the Patoka River Bridge.

In order to defray the costs of this beautification, Patoka 2000 seeks donations from individuals or businesses throughout the community. You may make a donation in any amount (payable to Patoka 2000) and specify that is in honor of someone, in memory of someone, or as a tribute to a cause. By doing this, you are able to remember that person, while admiring the beautiful bridge each time that you drive or walk across the bridge. Family and friends are encouraged to chip in together for this great beautification project.

By working together we can continue to make Jasper a clean, bright community for those that live here and for those that are just traveling through.

An ad will be placed in the classified section of The Herald around May 9, listing all of those that donated funds and the people that they would like to have honored or remembered.

In addition to the donations, Patoka 2000 is seeking volunteers who could give about one hour each week to help keep the planters watered throughout the summer months. If you can help with watering – or would like more information on how this is done – please contact Nancy Eckerle at the number below.

Donations can be sent directly to Patoka 2000 (deadline is May 1) at the Jasper Chamber of Commerce at P.O. Box 307, Jasper, Indiana 47547-0307. If you have any questions about this project or about the donation, please call the Jasper Chamber of Commerce at 812/482-6866.

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