Thursday, August 3, 2017

America's Top States for Business: CNBC Business rankings by state; Virginia Peninsula Chamber: Bridge: Connecting Young Professionals "Finding the U in Team"; Oxford Lafayette County Chamber Business Resource: Ole Miss Business Internship Program; Jefferson Chamber: We Are Live on TV; Front Royal Warren County Community Profile & Membership Directory 2017; #BestChamber practices: Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce and Industry: Military Veteran Back to Work “Boot Camp”; iCea iDea of the week: South Bend Regional Chamber - Flextime Policy; Kellogg Community College earns Battle Creek Area Chamber Recognition for Employee Wellness Program; Chamber interest: 2018 Best Places to Work in Kentucky; Town Square Publications Chamber Membership Directories and Community Profiles: The best in the U.S.


Good morning #Chamber World! It's going to be a GREAT day!

 America's Top States for Business: CNBC Business rankings by state


For 11 years CNBC has been scoring the states to see how they rank in competitiveness. In our America’s Top States for Business study we reveal key state economic indicators on everything from taxes and regulatory climate to the quality of their workforces. It’s a project that takes months of data analysis. We score all 50 states on more than 60 measures of competitiveness developed with input from a broad and diverse array of business and policy experts, official government sources, the CNBC Global CFO Council, YPO and the states themselves. This year some states were tied. Learn more about our categories and methodology.

★ North Carolina comes in at No. 5

★ Texas falls to No. 4

★ Minnesota finishes No. 3

★ Georgia snags the No. 2 spot

This year's winner is: WASHINGTON

Washington leads the league in America’s Top States for Business ranking in 2017. The economy grew 3.7% in 2016, nearly two and a half times the national rate. The state boasts the nation’s largest concentration of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) workers, and follows California in the most patents filed last year. The home of Amazon and Costco, Boeing and Expedia, as well as rising stars like space company Blue Origin, Washington has the old and new economies covered. Of late, the state has been a magnet for investment capital. Washington businesses attracted nearly $1.6 billion in venture capital last year. See the listings for all states: CNBC.com



Virginia Peninsula Chamber: Bridge: Connecting Young Professionals "Finding the U in Team"

Thursday, August 24, 2017

12:00 - 1:00 PM
(Lunch & Check-In 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM)

This month's Bridge meeting is all about teaming. We will hear from peers and professionals on the topics of fitting into a team, taking over an existing team, and how to build the best team to get the job done. Be sure to register today, and invite a friend.

Location:
Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce
21 Enterprise Parkway | Lakefront Plaza, Suite 100
Hampton, VA 23666

For more information, contact Jemal Harris at jharris@vpcc.org or (757) 325-8157




Oxford Lafayette County Chamber Business Resource: Ole Miss Business Internship Program


Do you have any special projects or initiatives that are on the back burner?

Would you like to increase productivity around the office?

Then consider hiring an Ole Miss Business intern! Our students can bring fresh, innovative perspectives to your organization and help complete those projects that sometimes get left behind. Also, by hiring an Ole Miss business intern you are helping the University and raising the profile of your organization on campus.

To post an internship for Ole Miss Business students, register your organization with www.collegecentral.com/olemissbusiness. Once your account is activated, you can post internships, update your company information, and report hires. This is a free service for both employers and students. The College Central Network for Ole Miss Business offers a direct line of contact from your organization to Ole Miss Business students. With 4 Departments and 10 majors, we are sure to fit your internship needs.

Departments: Marketing, Management, Finance, and MIS.

Majors: Banking and Finance, Economics, Entrepreneurship, General Business, Management, MIS, Managerial Finance, Marketing, Marketing and Corporate Relations, Real Estate, and Risk Management and Insurance.

For more information on business internships, please contact Wesley Dickens at wdickens@bus.olemiss.edu or 662-915-6546.


Jefferson Chamber: We Are Live on TV


Jefferson Chamber of Commerce will be on a live broadcast happening tomorrow (7/27) on WISC-TV 3 Madison during the weather segments during the 5 o’clock and 6 o’clock pm news promoting Rhythm ‘n’ Rib and live concerts that take place in Rotary Park! Be sure to tune in!! Read more: Jefferson Chamber




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! 

Front Royal Warren County Community Profile & Membership Directory 2017





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.
#BestChamber practices: Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce and Industry: Military Veteran Back to Work “Boot Camp”

Please share this great opportunity with any veterans that would benefit from the Back to Work Bootcamp. On behalf of Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Rivers Casino and Jewel/Osco we are excited to announce a new initiative that will help local military veterans translate their military skills into civilian jobs.  We are launching an 8-week Boot Camp beginning this fall that will provide military veteran's the tools to be set-up for success and seamlessly transition into the job force.  We are in search of 20 Veterans that have their DD214 papers and were honorably discharged to apply for this amazing opportunity.

The Chamber, along with several members companies' human resource representatives, will select 20 candidates for this special Back to Work "Boot Camp".  At the completion of the 8-week  interactive boot camp each Veteran will receive a career enhancing package valued at over $8,000.  The remaining applicants will also be shared with the committee for hiring consideration.

So what is the Back to Work Educational & Mentorship BOOT CAMP?
The Boot Camp is comprised of educational programs that inspire, support and prioritize career readiness.  The workshops focus on a wide range of topics that include Success Stories from Fellow Veterans to Career Exploration, Computer and Social Media, Resume Writing, Company Tours and so much more. We know these Veterans' acquired many skills during their service, but for too many, connecting to the right opportunity to their skill sets is very difficult.

Upon Completion of the Educational/Mentorship Program, each of the Veterans will receive:

•           2017 Personal Computer
•           Woodfield Mall  $400 Gift Card towards (Work attire-Suit/Dress etc.)
•           Square Deal Shoes $100 Gift Card
•           Personalized Professional Resume Package
•           Professional Photo headshot
•           $500 Gift Card to Jewel/Osco
•           Accurate Auto Clinic Car Maintenance Package for 1-year
•           Career Counseling, Mentorship from the Business Community and More!

Apply here! www.desplaineschamber.com
Click this link and fill out this simple application form for consideration.
VETERAN'S BOOTCAMP APPLICATION
Applications must be submitted by Friday, August 18th!

The Chamber, along with Rivers Casino, Jewel-Osco and our business members believe we owe a debt of gratitude to these men and women of Armed Forces who have made many personal sacrifices to protect our Country. We thank you for sharing this opportunity with them, as we desire to make their transition back to civilian life a fulfilling experience.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions by emailing abiwer@dpchamber.com or calling 847-824-4200. For more information on the Veteran's Bootcamp, click here.

Thank you for doing business with us!

With gratitude,

Andrea Biwer
Executive Director
Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce
www.desplaineschamber.com

847-824-4200



iCea iDea of the week: South Bend Regional Chamber - Flextime Policy
Are you looking for an innovative way to help retain top talent at your Chamber? Try one that doesn't really cost anything, flexibility. Today's work environment has changed and your workers, especially your younger ones, want more flexiblity than has traditionally been offered by the 9-5 daily work schedule.

Last year we instituted a new Flextime policy, and our staff loves it, especially in the summer months! We intorduced it last summer for a trial period, and haven't looked back. Its now available to the employees year round and is an important part of our efforts to retain those young, talented employees. To get you started, I have included a link below to our policy. Hope it works for you as well.

Click here to see sample.

For more information, please contact:

Jeff Rea, CCE, IOM, - President & CEO of the South Bend Regional Chamber




 Kellogg Community College earns Battle Creek Area Chamber Recognition for Employee Wellness Program

Kellogg Community College this spring was honored for the College’s efforts in promoting employee health and wellness with major award nominations at the state and
local levels. In April, KCC was honored as one of three finalists in the Healthy Workplace Award category of the 2017 Governor’s Fitness Awards. In May, the College was recognized as one of three finalists for the Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce’s Choose Health Workplace Wellness Award.
The Governor’s Fitness Awards, sponsored by the Michigan Fitness Foundation and the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports, recognize individuals and communities for their commitment to becoming healthier. KCC was recognized with other award nominees at a special Legislative Reception in Lansing and Gala Celebration in Detroit in April.
KCC was a finalist in the ‘large’ category of the Healthy Workplace Awards, which includes organizations of 150 to 999 employees. The award is bestowed on organizations with ‘outstanding programs, who help to create best practices for organizations throughout Michigan to replicate,’ according to the Governor’s Council and Michigan Fitness Foundation.
Organizations considered for the award were evaluated using criteria including policies, procedures, resources utilized (physical, financial, incentives, etc.), executive leadership involvement, culture, evaluation and results and influence on family/community.
The Choose Health Workplace Wellness Award is one of several honors awarded each year as part of the Chamber’s Annual Business Excellence Awards, which ’recognize the achievements of successful local businesses, nonprofits, organizations and industry professionals in the greater Battle Creek area for the contributions they make to the growth and prosperity of the
local economy,′ according to the Chamber. KCC was recognized with other award nominees during an awards ceremony held at the College’s Binda Performing Arts Center on campus in Battle Creek in May.

KCC Athletic Director Tom Shaw, chair of the KCC Employee Wellness Committee, said the College is honored to be recognized at both the state and local levels for its significant investment in the health and wellness of its employees. Read more: The Daily Reporter





Chamber interest: 2018 Best Places to Work in Kentucky





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This is your opportunity. Join companies across the state striving for and celebrating excellence in the workplace! Click here to be notified when the 2018 program registration opens!

Best Places to Work in Kentucky is an exciting initiative dedicated to identifying and recognizing Kentucky’s best employers. Take a look at how some of our past winners celebrate the accomplishment!

- Don't Miss Out -

Special Thanks to Our 2017 Advertisers and Exhibitors!

Advanced Payroll Systems
Alltech, Inc.
ARGI Financial Group
Associations International
Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP
Clark Regional Medical Center
Comcast Cable
Crowe Horwath LLP
Delta Dental of Kentucky
Farm Credit Mid-America
Forcht Bank
Gatton College of Business & Economics
GenentechGreater Louisville Inc.
Harrison Memorial Hospital
Harshaw Trane
Heritage Bank USA, Inc.
Integrated Corporate Wellness
Solutions LLC
Integrity IT


Town Square Publications Chamber Membership Directories and Community Profiles: The best in the U.S.


Town Square Publications, a division of the Daily Herald Media Group, is a national chamber custom publishing group that specializes in developing partnerships by producing high-quality print and digitally integrated publications along with other added value programs dedicated to creating relevancy for local chambers of commerce and other membership focused organizations interested in raising non-dues revenues.

Town Square Publications parent company, Paddock Publications, has over 100 years’ experience of print product development and dedicated customer service in communities throughout the Midwest. Our experience allows Town Square Publications to offer you attractive royalty and non-dues revenue share streams, provide direct distribution of your custom designed printed publications, including digital and mobile integration, and all with the quickest turn-around times available in the industry. Town Square also offers multi-media maps in both print and online formats, both with our No-Cost guarantee. More information: Town Square Publications

Chambers of Commerce and member focused organizations serve as a valuable resource in the local marketplace. The networking opportunities and representation with a wide variety of diverse businesses in your community is the catalyst of a successful organization. For further information about Town Square's publishing partnership with chambers of commerce and our No-Cost guarantee and Earned Revenue Share Program, To request your chamber publication or map proposal, contact Town Square Chamber Proposal

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