An Open Letter From Tom Donohue, U.S. Chamber to Members of Congress and Congressional Candidates:
For nearly 40 years the U.S. Chamber of Commerce has endorsed candidates for Congress based on their commitment to the free enterprise system, which we were founded to defend a century ago.
In the last election, the Chamber endorsed 240 candidates. In the upcoming cycle, in addition to looking for candidates who support free enterprise, we will be focusing on individuals with a demonstrated willingness to govern, which means reaching consensus so that legislation can be passed and enacted into law.
We are a quarter of the way through this Congress, but we are not yet where we need to be on key issues like health care, tax reform, and rebuilding our crumbling infrastructure. Promises were made; promises must be kept.
At this point Congress must more fully turn its attention to and accelerate its effort to enact tax reform, which will grow the economy and create jobs. It has been 30 years since our tax code was updated and American businesses and workers are suffering as a result. True tax reform is going to require compromise and give and take.
I have said for some time now that any viable tax reform plan will entail winners and losers amongst the Chamber’s diverse membership. But we are willing to judge any tax plan based on one simple test: will it spur economic growth? If it does, we will be for it. I encourage members of Congress – all of whom have their pet issues on tax reform – to judge proposed legislation based on growth.
To the Congress’s credit, members have used the Congressional Review Act to achieve the greatest regulatory rollback since at least Ronald Reagan.
But on issues requiring negotiation and compromise – even just within the majority party – there is a seeming inability to come together. What is worse is that this is affecting not just the major agenda items but the routine business of governing: confirming nominees, adjusting the debt ceiling, and keeping the government open.
And the problem isn’t just on the left, the right, or the center; it spans the political spectrum.
For example, Congress is obviously gridlocked on health care, and it is holding back progress on pro-growth priorities like tax reform. Health care is a deeply complicated issue that the Chamber cares about. We supported each version of repeal and replace not because we necessarily thought each successive attempt was perfect or even better than the last, but because we recognized that we wouldn’t get everything we wanted in any one bill; each iteration was a compromise. As always, we stand ready to work with members and the administration to restore affordable access to health coverage and services, but the time for the Congress to act is now.In the last election, the Chamber endorsed 240 candidates. In the upcoming cycle, in addition to looking for candidates who support free enterprise, we will be focusing on individuals with a demonstrated willingness to govern, which means reaching consensus so that legislation can be passed and enacted into law.
We are a quarter of the way through this Congress, but we are not yet where we need to be on key issues like health care, tax reform, and rebuilding our crumbling infrastructure. Promises were made; promises must be kept.
At this point Congress must more fully turn its attention to and accelerate its effort to enact tax reform, which will grow the economy and create jobs. It has been 30 years since our tax code was updated and American businesses and workers are suffering as a result. True tax reform is going to require compromise and give and take.
I have said for some time now that any viable tax reform plan will entail winners and losers amongst the Chamber’s diverse membership. But we are willing to judge any tax plan based on one simple test: will it spur economic growth? If it does, we will be for it. I encourage members of Congress – all of whom have their pet issues on tax reform – to judge proposed legislation based on growth.
To the Congress’s credit, members have used the Congressional Review Act to achieve the greatest regulatory rollback since at least Ronald Reagan.
But on issues requiring negotiation and compromise – even just within the majority party – there is a seeming inability to come together. What is worse is that this is affecting not just the major agenda items but the routine business of governing: confirming nominees, adjusting the debt ceiling, and keeping the government open.
And the problem isn’t just on the left, the right, or the center; it spans the political spectrum.
Another roadblock to progress on pro-growth policies is the Democrats’ role in slow-walking Senate confirmations of Trump nominees. While the pace of nominations from the administration has been slower than we might like, Senate Democrats are engaging in a concerted effort to delay and slow down the president’s nominees. Rather than allowing many non-controversial nominees to be approved by voice vote, as Republicans did during President Obama’s first year in office, Senate Democrats are routinely forcing nominees – even those they support – through the procedural, time-consuming hurdles of cloture and recorded votes. What possible purpose could such tactics have other than to impede the functioning of our government?
The challenge of governing requires a willingness to step beyond looking for reasons to oppose things to finding reasons to support policies that are good for the country. The time has long since passed to get to “yes” on health care, tax reform, and infrastructure investment.
In the coming weeks, the Chamber will be launching a multi-faceted effort in support of comprehensive tax reform. And a year from now, we will be evaluating Congressional candidates based on their support of the free enterprise system and their willingness to govern, as demonstrated by what role they played in helping enact the first major tax reform in 30 years. Members of Congress be warned: Failure is not an option.
Sincerely,
Thomas J. Donohue
President and CEO, U.S. Chamber of CommerceBatavia Women in Business Multi-Chamber Progressive Luncheon: August 2017
Join nearby Chambers for a progressive luncheon and have lunch with three tables of new contacts to grow your business.
This is a can't miss event! You will have amazing networking opportunities with 3 tables of different contacts. The cost is $25 no matter your membership. Please make sure to sign up and get your tickets in advance! Join with the Geneva Chamber, the Aurora Regional Chamber, the Oswego Chamber and the St. Charles Chamber.
Name: Batavia Women in Business Progressive Luncheon: August 2017
Date: August 8, 2017 - 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Register Now
Location: Mill Creek Golf Club, 39W525 Herrington Drive, Geneva
Date/Time Information: August 8th, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Contact Information: Catherine Fitch
Fees/Admission: $25 for Members and Guests
July Fox Lake Chamber Business Member Luncheon
We hope you are able to join us for our July Chamber Business Member Luncheon. Please rsvp to this email...or call in to the chamber / 847-587-7474. Last replys by Monday, July 24 deadline.
Thank you.
The Fox Lake Area Chamber July Luncheon will be at:
Grant Township Center
26725 W. Molidor Road, Ingleside
Tuesday, July 25, 2017
11:30 am - Networking
12 noon - Luncheon
Guest Speakers:
Kay Starostovic - Grant Township Supervisor
Jeri Barr - Grant Township Assessor
Kim Kiesgen - Grant Township Highway Commissioner
Catering: Golden Dragon Restaurant
#Chamberheart: Rochester Regional Chamber Fund
Donations to the Rochester Regional Chamber Fund will contribute directly to enhanced programming and services that foster commerce and economic prosperity in our region such as: The Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce our new Charity Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization that will support our Mission, which is to provide leadership and resources in order to advance business development throughout the greater Rochester communities.
- Leadership Development for current and upcoming area professionals
- Training and education opportunities that further connect students and professionals to our local businesses
- Consulting and funding opportunities for local startups
- Networking, programming and educational tools for regional businesses and professionals
- Funding for local business investment and incubation
Please consider helping us in this important endeavor by making a tax deductible contribution.
If you have not already, please "like" our Rochester Regional Chamber Chairty Fund Facebook Page to stay up-to-date with with events and information!
Kernersville Chamber of Commerce 2017-2018 Community Guide
The Kernersville Chamber of Commerce Community Guide is available at the Chamber of Commerce today! Thank you to Chris Comer and the Chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
Town Square Publications (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.
State’s development chief touts economic progress in Mississippi
Greater Owensboro Chamber Of Commerce Named Recipient of Communications Excellence Award
The Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce received an Award of Excellence for their GOChamber Red Tape Reduction magazine cover. The cover highlights the Chamber’s focus on advocating for the removal of unnecessary regulations in order to create new job opportunities and stimulate the economy.
The cover features Jigna Wilson of Wilson Family Pharmacy, Adam Hancock of Riney Hancock CPAS, and Leigh Ann Kuegel of Kentucky Farm Bureau.
A panel of peers — communications and marketing executives from chambers of commerce around North America — evaluated submissions and selected top entries to receive recognition.
Award-winning entries represent the work of 41 organizations in 23 U.S. states and the Cayman Islands.
“Communicating effectively is vital for chambers of commerce and grabbing attention is becoming increasingly challenging. This year’s award-winning entries represent work that’s not only effective, but incredibly creative and innovative,” said Ben Wills, director of communications and marketing for the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. “Communications professionals at chambers of commerce work tirelessly to promote their members, businesses in the community they serve, and the unique characteristics that make their state or region a top place to live, work and play.”
GOChamber is a collaboration between the Chamber Staff and Tanner-West.
“Our publications are a leading way for us to communicate with our membership and the community at large about our mission and our work. The creative energy between our staff and the team at Tanner-West yields fun and interesting results,” said Candance Castlen Brake, President and CEO.
“Our volunteer cover models did great work too!”
Contact: Candance Castlen Brake, President & CEO - 270-926-1860 - cbrake@owensboro.com
Chamber Speaker: U.S. Navy to anchor in northeast Wisconsin for weeklong outreach
Every sailor has a different story, says Lt. David Carter of the Navy Office of Community Outreach.
Next week, about 200 of them will converge on northeast Wisconsin to share their tales during Navy Week, an outreach effort the Navy puts on in about 15 cities each year.
"We collect all of these assets from various parts of the Navy and try and focus on one city and hit every sector of government and community that we can while we're there," Carter said.
Since 2005, Carter said the Navy has held about 200 Navy Weeks nationwide. It holds the program during ongoing anchor events — like state fairs, festivals, rodeos or, in this case, EAA AirVenture.
It's the first time the Navy has held the event in northeast Wisconsin, Carter said. And this year is extra special for the Navy as the Blue Angels prepare for their inaugural performance at AirVenture.
"It gives us an opportunity to hit even more people ... We bring things that add on for the event already going on," Carter said.
Sailors, Carter said, will help with Habitat for Humanity and St. Vincent de Paul of Appleton service projects, spend time with children at St. Vincent Children's Hospital, throw out a pitch at Monday's Wisconsin Timber Rattlers game and participate in joint concerts with Appleton's and Green Bay's city bands. The Navy will also meet with a number of organizations, including the Green Bay Packers, Schreiber Foods, Fox Valley Veterans Council, NOVO Health and ThedaCare, and U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Bruce Gillingham will address Appleton's and Green Bay's chambers of commerce.
On top of all of that, the Navy will be on hand at AirVenture to host a daily virtual reality experience and offer history lessons about notable naval events. Read more: Post Crescent
Greater Reston Chamber: YP Connection Series: Bridging the Divide
Thursday, July 27
This must-attend educational event will feature
a panel of successful millennials who have unique perspectives on how they
maximized their experience in the workplace to turn potential challenges into
incredible coaching and collaboration opportunities! Their discussion will be
led by an expert in learning and a true change agent. Learn More or Register
Front Royal Warren County Community Profile & Membership Directory 2017
The Front Royal Warren County Community Profile & Membership Directory 2017 is available at the Front Royal Warren County Chamber of Commerce today! Thank you to Niki Foster and Pam Riffle and the Chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
Town Square Publications (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.
Jasper Chamber news: Women Empowering Women To Confront Missing Career Advice For Success
Past presenter at IACCE: Michael Angelo Caruso: Let's help people when I visit Illinois soon
I hope you're doing great at work and at home.
I'm returning to the great state of Illinois and there are a few opportunities for us to do something together. The itinerary is still developing, but here's what we know so far:
Oct 24-25 Available to speak to your team
Oct 26-28 Itasca, IL
If you'd like quality training for your work team, save a little money by snagging me for a session while I'm in your area.
If you can't use me during this time frame, feel free to recommend my program to your local Chamber of Commerce.
Just tell me what topic you're interested in: leadership, team building or selling.
I'll give the most memorable training program your people have ever attended.
My, Present Like a Pro, is available as a customized presentation for your team and as a public event. Either way, you'll learn more in half a day, than you've learned in five years, I promise.
Here's how to connect when I'm in town
1) Have me deliver a great training session to your team as described above.
2) Attend Present Like a Pro and become a better speaker for the rest of your life.
3) Meet up for coffee or a meal just to catch up on what's been going on. I may ask that you visit my hotel restaurant/lobby, if time is short.
In any case, call or text Rene in my office at 541-279-3342. I'd love to hear from you and trade a quick update.
I LOVE visiting your part of the country and look forward to seeing you!
And remember, the team usually improves right after the leader does.
Sincerely,
Michael
MichaelAngeloCaruso.com or 248-224-9667
I teach presentation skills to sales teams, leaders, and customer service reps.
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Chamber Speaker: U.S. Navy to anchor in northeast Wisconsin for weeklong outreach
Every sailor has a different story, says Lt. David Carter of the Navy Office of Community Outreach.
Next week, about 200 of them will converge on northeast Wisconsin to share their tales during Navy Week, an outreach effort the Navy puts on in about 15 cities each year.
"We collect all of these assets from various parts of the Navy and try and focus on one city and hit every sector of government and community that we can while we're there," Carter said.
Since 2005, Carter said the Navy has held about 200 Navy Weeks nationwide. It holds the program during ongoing anchor events — like state fairs, festivals, rodeos or, in this case, EAA AirVenture.
It's the first time the Navy has held the event in northeast Wisconsin, Carter said. And this year is extra special for the Navy as the Blue Angels prepare for their inaugural performance at AirVenture.
"It gives us an opportunity to hit even more people ... We bring things that add on for the event already going on," Carter said.
Sailors, Carter said, will help with Habitat for Humanity and St. Vincent de Paul of Appleton service projects, spend time with children at St. Vincent Children's Hospital, throw out a pitch at Monday's Wisconsin Timber Rattlers game and participate in joint concerts with Appleton's and Green Bay's city bands. The Navy will also meet with a number of organizations, including the Green Bay Packers, Schreiber Foods, Fox Valley Veterans Council, NOVO Health and ThedaCare, and U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Bruce Gillingham will address Appleton's and Green Bay's chambers of commerce.
On top of all of that, the Navy will be on hand at AirVenture to host a daily virtual reality experience and offer history lessons about notable naval events. Read more: Post Crescent
Greater Reston Chamber: YP Connection Series: Bridging the Divide
Thursday, July 27
5:30 - 7:30
pm
A wave of companies from small
business to Fortune 100s are encouraging 'reverse mentoring' - pairing
"seasoned" professionals with younger professionals to educate one
another on how business works and develop alternative ways to leverage new technologies;
therefore, achieving better results. This cross-generational engagement
yields productive relationships and efficient workplace environments. The key
factor is being open to learn from one another and being open to change
regardless of their age, position, or career path!
2K+ credentials awarded through New Economy Workforce program
Virginia community colleges provided workforce training that enabled 2,173 Virginians to secure industry-recognized credentials, licenses, and certifications needed for high-demand careers, in the first year of the New Economy Workforce Credentials Grant program.
Governor McAuliffe awarded the 2,172nd and 2,173rd credentials at an event commemorating this achievement this afternoon. This milestone nearly triples the number of people who were credentialed last year, bringing the total to 4,268 Virginians.
More than half of the credential earners, 2,173, took advantage of the New Economy Workforce Credentials Grant program. Training for the remaining 2,095 credentials was funded by employers, federal grants, or other private sources.
“Today’s announcement is a landmark achievement for our workforce development efforts,” said Governor Terry McAuliffe speaking at the announcement event. “Clearly, the timing was right for this innovative initiative to help our businesses find qualified workers and empower more Virginians to seek good-paying jobs. In partnership with the General Assembly and our public and private sector partners, we are filling key gaps in the workforce pipeline and putting more Virginians to work in the new Virginia economy.”
“Whether we’re attracting new businesses to Virginia or helping our existing employers grow and compete, we need to continually strengthen our workforce,” said Secretary of Commerce and Trade Todd Haymore. “Today’s announcement marks a nearly 180 percent increase in earned credentials in the first year of this program. This significant growth is a great sign for what we can do for Virginia’s workforce moving forward.”
With broad bipartisan support, the 2016 General Assembly created the New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Fund and program to encourage more Virginians to prepare for careers that require specialized training, but not necessarily college degrees. This fund provides grants covering two-thirds of the tuition for students who are enrolled in a workforce training program designed to fill in-demand jobs in their home region.
The year before the new workforce training grant program went into effect, community colleges provided training for 1,528 Virginians to earn those professional credentials.
“This success is a tribute to the power of collaboration,” said Glenn DuBois, Chancellor of Virginia’s Community Colleges. “As we ramped up our workforce training capacity to respond to the new state grants program, we also created new training opportunities that motivated students to tap into a variety of other funding sources.”
“This is a significant milestone in Virginia’s efforts to better align the workforce system to help close the skills gap and prepare Virginians for good careers in high priority industries,” added Mark Herzog, Chair of the Virginia Board of Workforce Development.
Virginia’s businesses are eager to hire workers with a wide variety of skills in fields ranging from information technology and advanced manufacturing to education, health care, logistics and transportation. By pursuing industry-recognized credentials, students can qualify for promising careers in weeks or months instead of semesters and years, and without incurring large amounts of student debt.
“Through better and more accessible training, Virginia is boosting its ability to create a 21st century workforce,” said Barry DuVal, President and CEO of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce. “This is great news for our business community and for people who are starting out or getting a fresh start on their careers.” Read more: Augusta Free Press
Front Royal Warren County Community Profile & Membership Directory 2017
The Front Royal Warren County Community Profile & Membership Directory 2017 is available at the Front Royal Warren County Chamber of Commerce today! Thank you to Niki Foster and Pam Riffle and the Chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
Town Square Publications (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.
Jasper Chamber news: Women Empowering Women To Confront Missing Career Advice For Success
The Dubois County women’s leadership organization, Women Empowering Women (WEW), will gather on Wednesday, August 9, at the St. Joseph Church Parish Center, 1029 Kundek Street in Jasper. Doors will open at 11:30am for networking before the meeting begins at 11:45am. This event is open to all prospective and current WEW members.
WEW addresses the gender gap in top leadership positions in business by offering the opportunity to learn, discuss and commit to the career advice typically not given to women. Beyond traditional leadership definitions, participants will explore the missing skillset needed to enable career success. The group will view a relevant TEDTalk to learn the key door opener and differentiator in business that is missing in conventional career advice. The participants will discuss key learnings before committing to share what they learn to help close the gender gap at the top.
Additionally, representatives from Girls on the Run will be available at the session to provide networking opportunities about their services and education about their impact on the community.
Advanced reservations are required for members and guests. Reservations should be made by calling the Jasper Chamber of Commerce at 812-482-6866 or by emailing chamber@jasperin.org by Friday, August 4. The cost for lunch is $5.00 per person and is payable at the door.
The mission of Women Empowering Women is to inspire women in business to reach their highest potential by instilling confidence, building networks, and promoting community in Dubois County. Membership is open to any woman in business who lives or works in Dubois County.
For more information about WEW and to access a membership application, visit the organizations’ Facebook page or contact the Jasper Chamber of Commerce.
Past presenter at IACCE: Michael Angelo Caruso: Let's help people when I visit Illinois soon
I hope you're doing great at work and at home.
I'm returning to the great state of Illinois and there are a few opportunities for us to do something together. The itinerary is still developing, but here's what we know so far:
Oct 24-25 Available to speak to your team
Oct 26-28 Itasca, IL
If you'd like quality training for your work team, save a little money by snagging me for a session while I'm in your area.
If you can't use me during this time frame, feel free to recommend my program to your local Chamber of Commerce.
Just tell me what topic you're interested in: leadership, team building or selling.
I'll give the most memorable training program your people have ever attended.
My, Present Like a Pro, is available as a customized presentation for your team and as a public event. Either way, you'll learn more in half a day, than you've learned in five years, I promise.
Here's how to connect when I'm in town
1) Have me deliver a great training session to your team as described above.
2) Attend Present Like a Pro and become a better speaker for the rest of your life.
3) Meet up for coffee or a meal just to catch up on what's been going on. I may ask that you visit my hotel restaurant/lobby, if time is short.
In any case, call or text Rene in my office at 541-279-3342. I'd love to hear from you and trade a quick update.
I LOVE visiting your part of the country and look forward to seeing you!
And remember, the team usually improves right after the leader does.
Sincerely,
Michael
MichaelAngeloCaruso.com or 248-224-9667
I teach presentation skills to sales teams, leaders, and customer service reps.
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Showing gratitude is harder than you think
Being professional is never out of style
Good morning #Chamber World! It's going to be a GREAT day!
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