Champaign County Chamber: Energy Co-op Round - Start Paying Less for Energy
The next Energy Co-op Round is now available for members who have not taken advantage of this cost savings benefit.
There is no obligation to get pricing.
Take advantage of this benefit to compare prices
Save money on your utilities (electricity and gas are available)
Gain stability over your utility budget.
To learn more, contact our Gulf Plains Energy Consultant, Ginny McDade or call 217.359.1791.
Applications will be due by June 23.
Watch your email and mail for more information.
5 Star Chamber: Rapid City Area Chamber of Commerce 2017 Community Guide & Membership Directory
The Rapid City Area Chamber of Commerce 2017 Community Guide & Membership Directory is available at the Rapid City Chamber today! Thanks to Linda Rabe, Kristina Simmons 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 profile or publication needs at no expense to the chamber. Please email John Dussman at jdussman@tspubs.com or call (847)-427-4633.
La Porte Chamber Day at Four Winds Field for Father’s Day
The Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring La Porte Day at Four Winds Field in South Bend on Father’s Day, June 18.
The game starts at 2:05 p.m. EDT (1:05 p.m. CDT). The South Bend Cubs will be playing the Lake County Captains.
For just $12 per person you will receive a ticket to the game and a ticket for a South Bend Cubs hat.
La Porte Chamber member businesses that purchase 10 or more tickets will be recognized in the game program. Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Deadline to purchase is June 10.
For more information or to reserve seats to attend this special game please contact the Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce office by calling 362-3178 or emailing gesse@lpchamber.com
Southern Wayne Regional Chamber: Downriver’s Newest and Tastiest Community Gathering Is Happening This August!
The Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber is thrilled to announce the Taste of Downriver on August 15 in Downtown Wyandotte
Wyandotte, MI – Something big is cooking Downriver this August in Downtown Wyandotte! The Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the new Taste of Downriver taking place on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 from 6-10:00 pm in Downtown Wyandotte. This exciting community event, presented by Wayne County Community College District (“WCCCD”), will attract 1,000 people to the Downriver region to experience the sights, sounds and delicious tastes of the community, exploring nearly 20 participating restaurants and indulging in free samples of some of the finest signature foods of Southeast Michigan.
“The Chamber is thrilled to partner with WCCCD, Downriver Community Federal Credit Union, Henry Ford Hospital, Public Service Credit Union, and the City of Wyandotte to showcase our Downriver region and the amazing restaurants who serve some of the most delicious food in Southeast Michigan,” commented Ron Hinrichs, president of the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce. “Event participants will have the opportunity to explore Downtown Wyandotte by taking a shuttle to different restaurants, or enjoy an evening stroll between restaurants in a lively environment on the Detroit River.”
Participating restaurants include A Serendipity Cakery, Alvi’s BBQ, Angelina’s Mexican Restaurant, Applebee’s of Southgate, Belicoso Martini Cigar Bar, Captain’s Bar, Culver’s of Taylor, Firehouse Pub & Grill, Charlie’s Chop House at the Holiday Inn-Southgate, Joe’s Hamburgers, Matador Restaurant of Taylor, MOD Pizza of Woodhaven, Primanti Bros., Sports Brew Pub, The Little Pierogi & Crepe Kitchen, The Silver Ballroom, Whiskeys on the Water, and Wine Dotte Bistro. Restaurants not located in the Downtown area will be setup near the clock tower on Biddle Ave.
Only 1,000 tickets are available, with nearly 400 already sold, online at www.SWCRC.com or by calling 734-284-6000. Tickets are $25 early bird, or $30 at check-in (if not sold out prior to the event). Attendees will receive a wristband and event menu, to be picked up at check-in, located at the Yack Arena between 5:30 and 8:00 pm on the day of the event.
Shuttles will be available in Downtown Wyandotte throughout the evening, and are provided by Downriver Community Federal Credit Union. Menu sponsors are Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital and Public Service Credit Union.
Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executives award 9 scholarships
The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executives, the statewide network of professionals dedicated to promoting professional education, ethical standards and efficiency in chamber of commerce management, announced today the organization is awarding multiple scholarships for the upcoming annual Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives National Convention.
The KCCE board of directors decided to increase scholarship money to encourage as many members as possible to attend the ACCE Convention to be held in Nashville, July 16-19, 2017.
“It is so rewarding, as a chamber professional to be a part of an organization like KCCE,” said KCCE chair and Hardin County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Brad Richardson. “Our board has always maintained focus on professional development, but to be at this level, offering so many opportunities to chamber executives that wouldn’t be able to attend conference, is wonderful. Amy Cloud, executive director of KCCE, has been integral in reinforcing our mission statement in every decision we, as a board, make. Her guidance, along with the boards quest for excellence has made this work. We want to make it possible for every executive in our organization to be the best version of themselves. To grow and achieve their goals, without obstacles.”
The board has awarded a total of 9 scholarships. The recipients include:
• Alison Brotzge-Elder, Greater Louisville, Inc.
• Kelly Davis, Paducah Area Chamber
• Debra Hamelback, Paris – Bourbon County Chamber
• Lee Lingo, Hopkins Regional Chamber
• Andrea Miller, Lincoln County Chamber
• Paula Fowler, Danville-Boyle County Chamber
• Tracy Pratt-Savage, Carlisle – Nicholas County Chamber
• Tammy Tinsley, Logan County Chamber
• Fran Jarrell, Paintsville / Johnson County Chamber (scholarship provided through partnership with the State Executives Association Network) Read more: Lane Report
• Kelly Davis, Paducah Area Chamber
• Debra Hamelback, Paris – Bourbon County Chamber
• Lee Lingo, Hopkins Regional Chamber
• Andrea Miller, Lincoln County Chamber
• Paula Fowler, Danville-Boyle County Chamber
• Tracy Pratt-Savage, Carlisle – Nicholas County Chamber
• Tammy Tinsley, Logan County Chamber
• Fran Jarrell, Paintsville / Johnson County Chamber (scholarship provided through partnership with the State Executives Association Network) Read more: Lane Report
Martinsville named Virginia's fourth certified work ready community
Gov. Terry McAuliffe announced Martinsville has become Virginia's fourth certified work ready community.
The nationally recognized designation, conferred by the Commonwealth of Virginia and the American College Testing (ACT), is targeted at attracting businesses and jobs to Martinsville, in addition to strengthening the skill sets of the region's high school students, job seekers, and incumbent workers.
"I applaud the City of Martinsville for leading the way in workforce development and setting itself apart in this competitive global economy,” said Governor McAuliffe. “Training workers for the jobs of the 21st century is good for business, good for communities, and good for our efforts to build a new Virginia economy. The people of Martinsville should be proud of the progress their community is making in this critical area.”
More than 55 regional employers, educational institutions, and workforce development organizations supported Martinsville's efforts to achieve the national certification.
To become certified, a county mush achieve benchmarks in three areas of performance: high school graduation rate, number of National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) credentials attained in the county, and number of employers recognizing the NCRC.
Martinsville companies reported that knowing a job candidate has demonstrated foundational workplace skills expedites the hiring process.
“The designation of a Certified Work Ready Community allows existing and prospective employers to recognize that our workforce has the skills needed for them to locate and expand in Southern Virginia,” said Amanda C. Witt, President of the Martinsville-Henry County Chamber of Commerce. “This initiative has allowed us to work collaboratively with many different sectors in our community to create the end result of a workforce matched to available jobs in our community that align with their skills levels.” Read more: 13 WSET
EMBDC interest: Bonita Lakes Mall: "High hopes for the future"
According to the East Mississippi Business Development Corporation, over the past ten years, the retail industry has accounted for almost 12.5% of jobs in Meridian. That industry is currently taking a hit. Within the past two months it's been announced that two stores at Bonita Lakes Mall in Meridian will close. This is due to a national drop in sales because of on-line shopping. Those stores are Payless ShoeSource and JCPenny. Amid this news, mall officials say they still have high hopes for the future.
Andrew Paul Kirkley of Hattiesburg is investing in the mall. Early this fall, the entrepreneur is set to open his 6th and largest Fitness Depot in the old Goody's location.
"There's going to be a coffee and juice bar," says Kirkley. "We'll also have a walking track around the perimeter, timed circuit training, classes like zumba and kickboxing and much more."
The 30,000 plus square foot gym will be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and it will be accessed by members' fingerprints.
"There will be mall security, and I feel like people will feel safe entering and exiting it," says Kirkley.
According to Kirkley, one of the biggest selling points for him for the site was the parking lot. With almost 300 parking spaces, he says that's plenty of room for his clientele to grow.
The general manager for the mall calls the gym a great fit for the building.
"Malls are evolving," says Renee Williams. "So, they're becoming more than just a retail center. They're becoming more of a destination for entertainment, fitness and offices. Malls are going to evolve. So, this is one of the first gyms in the state of Mississippi to open in a shopping center like this. This will probably be a trend that you're going to start seeing all over."
Williams and other members of the mall's management team recently returned from the International Convention for Shopping Centers in Nevada. While there, the delegation met with a number of potential tenants. Read more: WTOK
According to Kirkley, one of the biggest selling points for him for the site was the parking lot. With almost 300 parking spaces, he says that's plenty of room for his clientele to grow.
The general manager for the mall calls the gym a great fit for the building.
"Malls are evolving," says Renee Williams. "So, they're becoming more than just a retail center. They're becoming more of a destination for entertainment, fitness and offices. Malls are going to evolve. So, this is one of the first gyms in the state of Mississippi to open in a shopping center like this. This will probably be a trend that you're going to start seeing all over."
Williams and other members of the mall's management team recently returned from the International Convention for Shopping Centers in Nevada. While there, the delegation met with a number of potential tenants. Read more: WTOK
Twin Lakes Area Chamber and Business Association and Twin Lakes considering pavilion in Lance Park
The Twin Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and the Twin Lakes village government are exploring the building of a pavilion in Lance Park.
The chamber proposed the idea at a Village Board meeting in March. The pavilion could replace the chamber’s need to rent and erect tents at the park each summer for Libertyfest. The rest of the year, the village could rent out the pavilion to others, chamber representatives say.
On Monday, Village Board members, village administrator Jennifer Frederick and representatives of the chamber leadership met at Lance Park to discuss the possibilities.
The chamber is figuring a 60 feet by 90 feet structure with a roof but open sides would work for their purposes. Initial thoughts were to cut into the hill that runs along the park’s parking lot’s west side to locate the structure. The tent the chamber has been using is erected in the parking lot.
But Village Board members thought that might be expensive due to the amount of dirt that would have to be moved.
Trustee Kevin Fitzgerald suggested using the natural bowl in the park west of the parking lot for a music venue and area for Libertyfest. Others raised concerns about the cost of that alternative, but Trustee Aaron Karow, who is experienced with excavation, said using the bowl would likely be less expensive than digging out the hill. Chamber President Wayne Trongeau, a retired police officer, said he was concerned the bowl would create a hang out when not in use that could not be patrolled easily by police officers. Read more: West of the I
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