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Crossroads Testimonials: The Chamber gives back
"As Chairman of the Board of the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce (CRCC), I am proud that we are such a vibrant, business-centered organization. One of the greatest benefits of my Chamber membership is the opportunity to network and meet so many other business owners and decision makers in the Region. Through the years, I’ve gained new clients from Chamber connections and have built solid relationships with other members that have become friends, mentors or peer resources. I’m excited about what the Chamber has planned as we keep moving forward, always listening to our members and consistently exceeding expectations.”
Bryan Lazorik, President, Bryco Services Inc.
“Chamber provides me the opportunity to regularly meet with centers of influence to assist me in growing my business. I have established numerous long-term business relationships from Chamber-sponsored events. Getting involved in Chamber events is part of my annual marketing plan.”
Aaron Pinkus, Agent, State Farm Insurance
“Being a member of the Chamber is a great, positive experience. I totally and completely, with every fiber of my being, believe in the Crossroads Chamber of Commerce. Our staff is wonderful, and the representation of the Chamber in the economic development of the region is excellent. We are the largest chamber in Lake County, representing over 650 businesses, and whether you’re a big business or if you’re a one-person office, the Chamber can be a voice for you.”
Shirley Dunn, Agent, Allstate Insurance
“I've enjoyed giving back to my community by working with the Crossroads Chamber on their annual event, Hometown Festival Days. Things have really come full circle; I attended the Corn Roast as a child and now I'm officially a co-chair. I’m so happy to be behind the scenes to help make the festival a fun-filled family event in the heart of the city.”
Erika Dahl, Director of Communications, South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority
“I’ve been in business over 20 years. What the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce has that I haven’t found in other chambers is a real sense of organization. The Chamber interacts with and gives back to the community, connects members, creates partnerships, takes action and achieves results. They do a lot of great community projects that actually make a difference, such as working with non-profits and their very successful Business and Consumer Expo. I’ve made a personal connection with the Chamber; when I joined three years ago, President and CEO Sue Reed came to my office personally and I could tell she was really committed. Since then, she has always connected with us and put us in touch with other people. This is not just an organization; the Chamber has helped to create relationships and friendships.”
Jim Slavo, CEO, National Marketing Group and mycommunitysavings.org
“It’s the best networking opportunity for a small business owner who takes advantage of it. If you get involved, you have fun! The Chamber is ongoing and always looks to promote and be involved in the community. From a small business perspective, I really benefited from the Chamber-sponsored Small Business Saturday. They provided all the tools we needed and it was because the Chamber got involved that the Small Business Saturday was so successful. They even invited non-Chamber members to participate and that was awesome! I am now chair of the Ambassador committee and being involved really makes a difference. The networking that I’ve been able to do has catapulted my business. I’m so thankful for what the Chamber does in the community and for small business.”
Barb Young, Owner, Barbara Jean’s Gifts and Gourmet
“As a councilman, one of the important functions of the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce is that it promotes economic development, which ultimately means job creation. The Chamber represents, develops, serves, and supports the business community, which is the backbone of Merrillville.”
Shawn Pettit, Assistant Real Estate Manager, Lamar Advertising; Ward 6 Councilman, Town of Merrillville Read more: NWI Times
The Valley Business Today: Front Royal Chamber
Every Wednesday we take a business theme for the show and talk to one of the surrounding chambers or their members about what’s happening in their world. Today, we were in the studio with Niki Cales, President of the Front Royal – Warren County Chamber of Commerce to talk about their upcoming events.
Niki gave us the details for a joint networking event with Fauquier County Chamber of Commerce to be held on Thursday, June 8th at Rappahannock Cellars from 5pm – 7pm. We also talked about their regularly scheduled Business After Hours to be held at Shenandoah Valley Golf Club on Tuesday, June 20 from 5:30pm – 7pm that will also feature the graduation of participants in the Community Leadership Class. In addition the chamber will be hosting a Brown Bag Luncheon at the chamber office on Wednesday, June 21st from 11:30am – 1pm (registration required) on the topic: “Driving more traffic to your website through SEO” with presenter, Nathan Scott, owner of Queen Consulting & Technologies.
For a full list of chamber events & details, visit their website: http://www.frontroyalchamber.com/
Source: The River 95.3 WZRV
Royal Oak Chamber event: Clay, Glass & Metal Show moves to Main Street
The 23rd annual Clay, Glass & Metal Show will be heating up a new location this weekend, as it will bring earthly elements to Main Street.
After decades of calling Washington Avenue home, the happening honoring clay, glass and metal creations will be located on Main Street, stretching from Sixth Street to 11 Mile Road.
“It’s kind of at the pulsing heart of the downtown area,” said Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce Director of Events Jennifer Clark. “And we can take advantage of the extra visibility that location will bring us.”
Clark said the venue change will also shine a new light on the chamber’s Main Street members, and so they are pleased with this new opportunity.
The show will take place from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 10, and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 11.
Clark explained that the event is unique in that it is one of the top juried fine art shows, and the only show in the nation that focuses on only these three elements made from the earth with fire.
Another unique aspect of the event, Clark said, is that it will include about a dozen artist demonstrations that will take place throughout the weekend.
“Some of them you can watch, some of them you can participate in, and some of them — for a small fee — you can create your own piece,” Clark said. “And I think that this is a unique feature because people can discover how much is involved in making a piece of art.”
The DIA will be on-site providing the chance to create milagro charms, and Oakland Community College students will be turning clay into pottery.
“It’s not just shopping,” Clark said. “It’s learning, and it’s an opportunity for a hands-on experience.”
Of course, plenty of booths will line Main Street, with artists new and old sharing their works. More than 120 artists will be coming to Royal Oak from throughout the United States and Canada.
“Royal Oak is an artistic community, and this event brings the yin and yang of art center stage,” chamber Executive Director Shelly Kemp said in a statement. “Main Street will be lined with artists who bring you simple items like a new mug to drink your coffee in, a functional platter to serve your dinner on, unique jewelry, as well as a showcase piece for your home that everyone talks about.
“You can find something functional and something special for $10 or $5,000. ... It’s all here.”
Depending on the weather, organizers expect about 5,000 people to attend throughout the weekend. Read more: C & G Newspaper
Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce Seeks Director of Business Services
Ready to work in a great Chicago neighborhood? We’re looking for a Director of Business Services (formerly called our Director of Membership and Events) to oversee all membership attraction, engagement, retention and sales activities while serving as a resource for Lincoln Park businesses. Please see below for a full description of the position and send your send cover letter and resume to jobs@lincolnparkchamber.com. No phone calls please.
Director of Business Services
Responsibilities
Membership
• Solicit new members through prospective member visits and outreach
• Orient new members to LPCC services and offerings
• Serve as primary point of contact for members
• Retain members through cultivation, member visits and regular communication
• Create and manage membership engagement program and involvement activities
• Oversee membership renewal process and follow up with past due accounts
• Execute and grow new member benefits and services
• Manage Ambassador Committee
• Conduct annual membership survey
Business Support
• Welcome all new businesses to the neighborhood
• Provide businesses assistance with licensing, zoning, financing, marketing, business plan development, etc.
• Connect businesses with resources, programs and other members
• Create and maintain partnerships with business resources (Small Business Advocacy Council, etc.)
Sales and Advertising
• Secure annual advertisers for e-newsletters and website and meet annual budgets
• Secure corporate sponsors and fulfill sponsorship benefits
• Update and maintain current advertising contracts
• Explore new media and outlets to generate revenue
Other
• Attend all LPCC events and activities
• Attend community and neighborhood association meetings as LPCC representative
• Coordinate other projects or activities as directed by the LPCC President
• Work as “team player” with other staff members to fulfill LPCC mission
Qualifications
• Strong commitment to the mission of the LPCC
• Bachelor’s degree (required)
• Must have own transportation (required)
• Familiarity with or residence in the Lincoln Park area (strongly preferred)
• Three or more years of work experience in sales, recruiting or membership
• Experience working or volunteering in a nonprofit organization (preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple projects within set timelines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Extraordinary organization skills and attention to detail
• Understands cultivation and has an enthusiastic approach to projects and responsibilities
• Able to work well with a team
About the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce
The LPCC supports and celebrates the Lincoln Park neighborhood, helping to make it a thriving destination to live, work and play. Since 1947, the LPCC has assisted businesses with gaining exposure, finding new customers, creating new partnerships and staying knowledgeable about issues and challenges affecting their business. By offering resources, referrals and community events, the LPCC is a useful tool and guide for the entire Lincoln Park community.
Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce 2016 Community Profile & Directory
The Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce 2016 Community Profile & Directory is available at the Plainfield Area Chamber today! Thanks to Tasha Kitson, Mari Edmondson, Vitella Barnes, Kellie Wujek and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
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Seven Habits Of Extra Interesting People
Interesting people have a special magnetism. They tell incredible stories and lead unusual lives. But what exactly makes them so captivating?
They’re curious more than anything else. An interesting person is always excited to explore the world, and this energy radiates outward.
Some people are naturally interesting, but there are also ways to learn to be more engaging. Dr. Clair Nixon is known throughout Texas A&M as an incredibly interesting accounting professor (an oxymoron if there ever was one). Accounting is a difficult subject to make interesting and fun, which is what makes Dr. Nixon so special. He’s so good at making things interesting that he doesn’t just teach accounting, he also gives lectures on how to be more interesting.
Indeed, anyone can learn to become more interesting, which is a wonderful thing, because being interesting can help you strengthen your network, win more clients, and lead more effectively.
There are several habits that many interesting people have in common. Sometimes these habits form naturally, but they are more often than not the result of conscious effort. Here’s what interesting people do to make themselves engaging, unusual and hypnotizing.
1. They are passionate. Jane Goodall, a bona fide interesting person, left her home in England and moved to Tanzania at age 26 to begin studying chimpanzees. It became her life’s work, and Goodall has devoted herself fully to her cause while inspiring many others to do the same. Interesting people don’t just have interests; they have passions, and they devote themselves completely to them.
2. They try new things. Interesting people do what interests them. They know what they want, and they’re brave enough to take the steps to get there. This often means trying new things—things at which they’re often terrible at first. The very act of seeking new experiences also happens to be great for your mood, and people who are happy are magnetic and far more interesting to be around than downers.
3. They don’t hide their quirks. Interesting people often have unusual preferences that don’t fit the norm. They’re open and unabashed about who they are, which gives everyone a good look at these interesting tendencies. Billionaire Warren Buffett, for example, has never been suited to the high-rolling lifestyle. Instead, he still lives in the same modest house he bought in 1958 for $31,500. It might seem quirky—or even strange—for such an incredibly wealthy man to live so frugally, but Buffett doesn’t sacrifice his preferences because of what’s expected of him. Read more: Forbes
Chamber sponsor: Paducah to host big riverport conference
While the Paducah-McCracken County Riverport Authority currently has several upgrades underway to improve operations, an industry conference it will host in November could have an even bigger impact.
Paducah will host a StrongPorts Conference Nov. 7 and 8, expected to draw representatives from the U.S. Maritime Administration and other federal departments, state and local leaders, and - most importantly - prospective customers.
According to Bill Miller, riverport executive director, recent improvements include a new $1.3 million crane to handle bulk materials such as sand, rock and fertilizer, river dredging around the riverport, and upgraded truck scales.
The cost of the crane is being fully funded by the riverport, while the other projects are being financed with the help of 50-50 matching grant funds from Kentucky's Riverport Financial Assistance Trust Fund, Miller said.
The goal of the maritime administration's StrongPorts program is to grow the capacity of U.S. ports and make sure they are integrated into the national freight and passenger transportation network.
In gaining approval to host the November conference, Miller's goal is for Paducah and west Kentucky to demonstrate how it can work most effectively in the network. The conference is being co-sponsored by the Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce.
"Last year we were approved for Marine Highway designation for the container-on-barge program," Miller said. "With the StrongPort Conferences, there is collaboration with the entire port community discussing ways to move freight efficiently on the waterways."
Miller said the conference will spotlight not only the riverport but the community as well.
"I expect a lot of public input," Miller said. "I'm hoping to have the schools involved with high school and college students attending, something similar to a job fair. On that first day it's all geared toward bragging about the community." Read more: Paducah Sun
Your guide to Wisconsin Rapids’ 10th annual Cranberry Blossom Festival
Wisconsin Rapids’ 10th annual Cranberry Blossom Festival will take place June 15-18 throughout the area.
Visitors can find more than 20 events scheduled Thursday through Sunday of that week. Check out our list to guide you through the festival weekend.
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Chelsea Baulch to lead Monroe Chamber of Commerce
Chelsea Thompson Baulch has been named executive director of the Monroe County Chamber of Commerce and will lead economic and community development efforts in the county.
She officially begins June 12.
Before her appointment, Baulch was project manager for the Golden Triangle Development LINK, having joined the organization in 2012. In that capacity, she conducted research for potential development leads, crafted RFIs for prospective locations, maintained databases for information and property and produced marketing and recruitment materials. In previous positions with the GTR LINK, Baulch focused on constituent relations, organization and planning.
Joe Max Higgins, the executive director of the LINK, said, “They are beyond lucky to have her. While at the GTR LINK, Chelsea displayed a rapid ability to learn and an unmatched work ethic. We are sad to lose her, but look forward to watching her succeed and grow in the profession … She might be competition now, but she’ll always be family.”
Jack Campbell, the chairman of the Monroe County Chamber’s board of directors, said, “The Chamber has various new economic projects on the drawing board and I feel Chelsea has the right skills and background to carry these projects forward. She already has strong existing connections with key economic allies, including Mississippi Development Authority, Tennessee Valley Authority, North Mississippi Industrial Development Association, as well as many others.”
Baulch, a Hamilton native, received her Professional Community and Economic Development certification through the Community Development Council in 2016. Baulch received her bachelor of arts in communication with a public relations emphasis from Mississippi State University in 2011.
“I am honored to take the knowledge and experience I’ve gained to work with our community to move Monroe County forward,” Baulch said. Read more: Daily Journal
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