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Tax Reform Tied to Lower Electricity Costs; Will save $1.34 Billion in Michigan; 875 Million in Virginia; Savings information on 10 other states
Key Takeaway
The positive effects of last year’s tax reform legislation continue to ripple through the economy, benefiting both businesses and consumers in a variety of ways. One of the positive impacts was uncovered in a new analysis released by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Global Energy Institute (GEI) this month, which found that electricity customers across the U.S. are saving millions as a result of the law.
Across the 12 states analyzed so far—with results for additional states to come—customer savings over the next five years will range from $100 million in Maine to over $3 billion in California. This is a positive development for businesses, which will see lower operating expenses and increased efficiency, as well as for consumers, who will save on average between $200 and $500 in utility costs over the next five years.
On top of this, it’s likely that customers will experience even greater cost reductions once the regulations governing the implementation of the tax law are fully determined. This drop in electricity costs represents real money for the American people, who will then use their extra cash to shop at local businesses and save for the future. This is why each state in the study also sees meaningful GDP growth and job gains as a result of these customer savings.
How has tax reform pulled this off? Investor-funded electric utilities set their rates based on their cost of service, a pricing mechanism that allows them to recoup their tax expenses from ratepayers. Tax reform lowered the rates for investor-owned utilities in almost every state, enabling them to share the benefits with their customers in the form of smaller monthly bills.
The analysis from GEI shows just one of the ways tax reform is having its intended pro-growth effect. The benefits of the tax law touch every state and nearly every industry, in part by boosting take home pay for 90% of American workers. By empowering businesses and families to keep more of their hard-earned money, the law is growing the economy and boosting business confidence.
The U.S. Chamber was a proud proponent of the tax reform legislation as it worked its way through Congress and into law. Since then, we’ve tracked some of the many American companies that have passed on their own savings to employees and customers in the form of reduced prices, salary raises, bonuses, and new benefits. These examples can be found on an interactive map at uschamber.com/tax-reform. The new analysis of electricity costs can be found at uschamber.com/global-energy-institute.
#BestChamber practices: #FiveStar Chamber: La Porte Chamber: 2019 Sponsorship Opportunites booklet
The La Porte Chamber represents over 350 members ranging from small businesses to large corporations throughout La Porte County and surrounding communities. Chamber events provide opportunities to meet and connect with a significant number of our active members, while our email program reaches well over 950 business professionals in the local area.
We encourage you to consider sponsoring our programs and events this upcoming year to increase awareness of your organization and brand. A Chamber sponsorship can help to showcase leadership within our growing business community.
Contact us for more information or to reserve a sponsorship!
803 Washington Street
La Porte, IN 46350
P: 219.362.3178
E: walker@lpchamber.com
Click here to view and download the 2019 Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce Sponsorship Opportunities Guide.
St Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce 2017 Regional Profile and Membership Directory
The St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce 2017 Regional Profile and Membership Directory is available at the St. Cloud Area Chamber today! Thanks to the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
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Northern Virginia Chamber names new CEO
The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce has hired longtime association executive Julie Coons as CEO and president.
Coons, who will take over Sept. 10, steps into the slot vacated by Jim Corcoranin early April. The chamber is the third-largest business organization in Greater Washington, reporting $3.12 million in revenue in 2017. It had 671 members as of June, up from 650 the year prior.
The newly named CEO most recently was chief operating officer at Arlington-based Council of Better Business Bureaus, an umbrella organization of national programs and charitable organizations with nearly $31 million in annual revenue. Coons, who couldn't be immediately reached for comment, was originally hired as its executive vice president of national programs in January 2017.
Chamber Chairwoman Jennifer Siciliano, chief communications and external affairs officer at Inova Health System, said in a statement that Coons' track record of leading such organizations and her past collaborations with and advocacy for businesses makes her “uniquely positioned” to lead the chamber into its next season of growth.
Coons previously served as CEO of the Electronic Retailing Association from December 2008 to April 2016, CEO of the Maryland Tech Council from October 2004 to November 2008 and executive vice president at the Wireless Infrastructure Association from April 2001 to October 2004.
At the Electronic Retailing Association, she took over an organization operating in the red and, across eight years, cut its liabilities and expenses to yield positive net income, according to nonprofit disclosures I reviewed. Earlier this year, the association said it would cease operations because of declines in its revenue and number of dues-paying members.
Corcoran took the helm of the Northern Virginia chamber in 2010, when it was called the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce. In 2015, he led the group's rebranding effort, saying the regional name better reflected its mission. Corcoran, who most recently earned $242,375 in compensation in 2016, the most recent year available, stayed on after his announced departure until the middle of June to assist with the transition. No reason was given for his departure.
In the chamber's statement on its new leadership Wednesday, Coons hailed its business reputation in the region and said the group is well-positioned to develop new opportunities for businesses. The chamber made lobbying for dedicated Metro funding one of its top priorities leading up to a decision by all three jurisdictions to approve a transit funding boost earlier this year. It has also hosted several economic events in recent months, while kickstarting its own incubator and accelerator program.
The McCormick Group, a national executive search consulting firm, led the search.
Gulfport Chamber of Commerce Legislative Luncheon
Annual Multi Chamber Networking Event organized by Waukegan Chamber; Bay Marine; 3 E. Madison St. Waukegan
Save the date for City of Waukegan Chamber Annual Mega Multi-Chamber Networking Event! Join us for an evening of live entertainment, hors d'oeuvres, refreshments, games and network with various Chambers and their members throughout northern Illinois!
Join us for Regional Connections and get connected with Members from other Chambers! This Multi-Chamber/Multi-State Networking Event is designed to connect people from around Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin and is beneficial to everyone doing business between Milwaukee and Chicago and for those who would like to do more business!
Participating Chambers include:
Evanston Chamber of Commerce
Gurnee Chamber of Commerce
Highwood Chamber of Commerce
Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce
Lake County Chamber of Commerce
Waukegan Chamber of Commerce
Advance registration is required. If you are not a Waukegan Chamber Member, please pay when registering. Credit Cards through PayPal are accepted online. This event is only available to members of a listed Chamber/Organization. Please register directly online at:https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07efm8zn6z92ceea3c&oseq=&c=&ch=
Make sure to mention you are a Lake County Chamber Member when you register or that you were referred by us if you are a Non-Member.
Badger Institute President to speak at Wausau Region Chamber’s 106th Annual Dinner
The Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce will hold its 106th Annual Dinner on Thursday, September 13 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center in Rothschild. This event is open to both Chamber members and non-members.
The Annual Dinner is one of the Chamber’s signature events and the event will mark the start of a new program year for the organization.
“Looking ahead to 2018-2019, the Chamber, along with partner stakeholders, will lead the region forward as a new economic development plan is built and executed, while continuing to serve as the unique connecting piece for the community between business, education, government and non-profits.” said Dr. Dave Eckmann, President/CEO of the Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce.
Mike Nichols, President of the Badger Institute in Madison, will be the keynote speaker at the event. Nichols will discuss the importance of free markets, the state of Wisconsin's labor force and more. Nichols previously served as a senior fellow at the institute and worked as a syndicated newspaper columnist and communications consultant.
Additionally, the event will include the introduction of the Chamber’s new Chairperson, Dr. Jeannie Worden ofNorthcentral Technical College, and members of the Chamber’s Board of Directors, and also recognizes the outgoing Chairperson, Cory Heckendorf of Wisconsin Kenworth.
“I’m extending an invitation to all members and non-members to join us as we celebrate our heritage as a vital community organization. We invite you to be a part of and hear about the future course of the Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce.” said Eckmann. “Together, we can and will make a difference and create opportunities.”
The Annual Dinner will include the announcement of the recipient of the Ruder Ware Innovator Award.
The Ruder Ware Innovator Award in Memory of G. Lane Ware was established in 2015 by Ruder Ware LLSC. G. Lane Ware was a distinguished attorney and consummate professional with a sincere drive to make the Wausau community a better place for life and for business. Ware realized that to succeed in business, you needed to innovate and differentiate, to remain relevant in a changing economy.
The Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce will also honor an individual with an Ambassador of the Year Award.
The cost for the event is $35 for members and $50 for non-members and includes a meal. Reserved tables of eight are available for $280. If you are interested in attending, please register online.
Governor Scott Walker recently proclaimed September as Chamber of Commerce Month in Wisconsin. Walker made the proclamation at the request of the Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives, a division of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce. Read more: Wausau Region Chamber
City of Ridgeland Chamber of Commerce 2016/2017 Community Map
London-Laurel County Chamber of Commerce to host motivational event
Flint & Genesee Chamber names a Director of Community & Government Affairs
On top of this, it’s likely that customers will experience even greater cost reductions once the regulations governing the implementation of the tax law are fully determined. This drop in electricity costs represents real money for the American people, who will then use their extra cash to shop at local businesses and save for the future. This is why each state in the study also sees meaningful GDP growth and job gains as a result of these customer savings.
How has tax reform pulled this off? Investor-funded electric utilities set their rates based on their cost of service, a pricing mechanism that allows them to recoup their tax expenses from ratepayers. Tax reform lowered the rates for investor-owned utilities in almost every state, enabling them to share the benefits with their customers in the form of smaller monthly bills.
The analysis from GEI shows just one of the ways tax reform is having its intended pro-growth effect. The benefits of the tax law touch every state and nearly every industry, in part by boosting take home pay for 90% of American workers. By empowering businesses and families to keep more of their hard-earned money, the law is growing the economy and boosting business confidence.
The U.S. Chamber was a proud proponent of the tax reform legislation as it worked its way through Congress and into law. Since then, we’ve tracked some of the many American companies that have passed on their own savings to employees and customers in the form of reduced prices, salary raises, bonuses, and new benefits. These examples can be found on an interactive map at uschamber.com/tax-reform. The new analysis of electricity costs can be found at uschamber.com/global-energy-institute.
#BestChamber practices: #FiveStar Chamber: La Porte Chamber: 2019 Sponsorship Opportunites booklet
The La Porte Chamber represents over 350 members ranging from small businesses to large corporations throughout La Porte County and surrounding communities. Chamber events provide opportunities to meet and connect with a significant number of our active members, while our email program reaches well over 950 business professionals in the local area.
We encourage you to consider sponsoring our programs and events this upcoming year to increase awareness of your organization and brand. A Chamber sponsorship can help to showcase leadership within our growing business community.
Contact us for more information or to reserve a sponsorship!
803 Washington Street
La Porte, IN 46350
P: 219.362.3178
E: walker@lpchamber.com
Click here to view and download the 2019 Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce Sponsorship Opportunities Guide.
St Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce 2017 Regional Profile and Membership Directory
The St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce 2017 Regional Profile and Membership Directory is available at the St. Cloud Area Chamber today! Thanks to 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.
#FamousChamber of Commerce Quotations: Warren Buffett
It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you'll do things differently. - Warren Buffet
Northern Virginia Chamber names new CEO
The Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce has hired longtime association executive Julie Coons as CEO and president.
Coons, who will take over Sept. 10, steps into the slot vacated by Jim Corcoranin early April. The chamber is the third-largest business organization in Greater Washington, reporting $3.12 million in revenue in 2017. It had 671 members as of June, up from 650 the year prior.
The newly named CEO most recently was chief operating officer at Arlington-based Council of Better Business Bureaus, an umbrella organization of national programs and charitable organizations with nearly $31 million in annual revenue. Coons, who couldn't be immediately reached for comment, was originally hired as its executive vice president of national programs in January 2017.
Chamber Chairwoman Jennifer Siciliano, chief communications and external affairs officer at Inova Health System, said in a statement that Coons' track record of leading such organizations and her past collaborations with and advocacy for businesses makes her “uniquely positioned” to lead the chamber into its next season of growth.
Coons previously served as CEO of the Electronic Retailing Association from December 2008 to April 2016, CEO of the Maryland Tech Council from October 2004 to November 2008 and executive vice president at the Wireless Infrastructure Association from April 2001 to October 2004.
At the Electronic Retailing Association, she took over an organization operating in the red and, across eight years, cut its liabilities and expenses to yield positive net income, according to nonprofit disclosures I reviewed. Earlier this year, the association said it would cease operations because of declines in its revenue and number of dues-paying members.
Corcoran took the helm of the Northern Virginia chamber in 2010, when it was called the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce. In 2015, he led the group's rebranding effort, saying the regional name better reflected its mission. Corcoran, who most recently earned $242,375 in compensation in 2016, the most recent year available, stayed on after his announced departure until the middle of June to assist with the transition. No reason was given for his departure.
In the chamber's statement on its new leadership Wednesday, Coons hailed its business reputation in the region and said the group is well-positioned to develop new opportunities for businesses. The chamber made lobbying for dedicated Metro funding one of its top priorities leading up to a decision by all three jurisdictions to approve a transit funding boost earlier this year. It has also hosted several economic events in recent months, while kickstarting its own incubator and accelerator program.
The McCormick Group, a national executive search consulting firm, led the search.
Gulfport Chamber of Commerce Legislative Luncheon
The casino industry has greatly shaped the Mississippi Gulf Coast and with sports betting on the rise, the Gulfport Chamber of Commerce chose to have the executive director of the Mississippi Gaming Commission speak at their legislative luncheon.
Allen Godfrey spoke to members of the chamber of commerce and other community members on the overall history of the gaming industry in Mississippi and how sports betting will fall into that history.
Godfrey says every casino on the Gulf Coast has at least shown interest with only one not having a sports book up and running or in the works. “It’s huge. It’s big, a lot of excitement. They’re starting out small, most of them are starting out small with an investment and their anticipation is it will grow which will mean more investment and reinvestment in their properties and based on what I’ve seen it is generating additional foot traffic.”
Sports betting officially opened at the Hard Rock today as well as Boomtown Casino and Hollywood Casino. The Beau Rivage and IP Casino have already been taking sports bets. The Palace and Harrah’s sports books open Monday. Read more: WXXV 25
Annual Multi Chamber Networking Event organized by Waukegan Chamber; Bay Marine; 3 E. Madison St. Waukegan
Save the date for City of Waukegan Chamber Annual Mega Multi-Chamber Networking Event! Join us for an evening of live entertainment, hors d'oeuvres, refreshments, games and network with various Chambers and their members throughout northern Illinois!
Join us for Regional Connections and get connected with Members from other Chambers! This Multi-Chamber/Multi-State Networking Event is designed to connect people from around Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin and is beneficial to everyone doing business between Milwaukee and Chicago and for those who would like to do more business!
Participating Chambers include:
Evanston Chamber of Commerce
Gurnee Chamber of Commerce
Highwood Chamber of Commerce
Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce
Lake County Chamber of Commerce
Waukegan Chamber of Commerce
Advance registration is required. If you are not a Waukegan Chamber Member, please pay when registering. Credit Cards through PayPal are accepted online. This event is only available to members of a listed Chamber/Organization. Please register directly online at:https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07efm8zn6z92ceea3c&oseq=&c=&ch=
Make sure to mention you are a Lake County Chamber Member when you register or that you were referred by us if you are a Non-Member.
Badger Institute President to speak at Wausau Region Chamber’s 106th Annual Dinner
The Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce will hold its 106th Annual Dinner on Thursday, September 13 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center in Rothschild. This event is open to both Chamber members and non-members.
The Annual Dinner is one of the Chamber’s signature events and the event will mark the start of a new program year for the organization.
“Looking ahead to 2018-2019, the Chamber, along with partner stakeholders, will lead the region forward as a new economic development plan is built and executed, while continuing to serve as the unique connecting piece for the community between business, education, government and non-profits.” said Dr. Dave Eckmann, President/CEO of the Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce.
Mike Nichols, President of the Badger Institute in Madison, will be the keynote speaker at the event. Nichols will discuss the importance of free markets, the state of Wisconsin's labor force and more. Nichols previously served as a senior fellow at the institute and worked as a syndicated newspaper columnist and communications consultant.
Additionally, the event will include the introduction of the Chamber’s new Chairperson, Dr. Jeannie Worden ofNorthcentral Technical College, and members of the Chamber’s Board of Directors, and also recognizes the outgoing Chairperson, Cory Heckendorf of Wisconsin Kenworth.
“I’m extending an invitation to all members and non-members to join us as we celebrate our heritage as a vital community organization. We invite you to be a part of and hear about the future course of the Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce.” said Eckmann. “Together, we can and will make a difference and create opportunities.”
The Annual Dinner will include the announcement of the recipient of the Ruder Ware Innovator Award.
The Ruder Ware Innovator Award in Memory of G. Lane Ware was established in 2015 by Ruder Ware LLSC. G. Lane Ware was a distinguished attorney and consummate professional with a sincere drive to make the Wausau community a better place for life and for business. Ware realized that to succeed in business, you needed to innovate and differentiate, to remain relevant in a changing economy.
The Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce will also honor an individual with an Ambassador of the Year Award.
The cost for the event is $35 for members and $50 for non-members and includes a meal. Reserved tables of eight are available for $280. If you are interested in attending, please register online.
Governor Scott Walker recently proclaimed September as Chamber of Commerce Month in Wisconsin. Walker made the proclamation at the request of the Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives, a division of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce. Read more: Wausau Region Chamber
City of Ridgeland Chamber of Commerce 2016/2017 Community Map
The new City of Ridgeland Chamber of Commerce 2016/2017 Community Map is available at the City of Ridgeland Chamber today! Thanks to Linda Bynum, Sandy Baas 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 guide or publication needs at no expense to the chamber. Please email John Dussman at jdussman@tspubs.com or call (847)-427-4633.
The London-Laurel County Chamber of Commerce will host Q4/18 PUSH! on August 30 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the London Community Center. The event will include four speakers, each with an 18 minute motivational speech. Admission is $10 for chamber members and $15 for non-chamber members. Lunch will be provided. You can RSVP the event by contacting the London-Laurel County Chamber of Commerce at 606-864-4789.
"We immediately began searching for speakers that have positioned themselves in the leadership space and have done what it takes to push through to success," said Phil Smith, spokesperson for The Leadership Collective. He said the purpose of the event is to motivate local leaders and business owners for the final quarter of 2018.
"If I had a title for my speech, it would be 'Are Your Customer's Holding Their Breath'," said Mary Lou Casada, independent beauty consultant for Mary Kay, LLC and public speaker for the event. She said her lecture aims to inform attendants on how to promote customer loyalty.
"I'm excited about it, I think it's a great way for local businesses to come together and exchange ideas." Casada said. She hopes to bring a fresh perspective to the chamber. Read more: Daily Independent
Flint & Genesee Chamber names a Director of Community & Government Affairs
On Aug. 27, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Adrian Walker as the director of Community and Government Affairs, reporting to CEO Tim Herman.
Walker will work side-by-side with the Chamber’s CEO and other members of the leadership team coordinating legislative and advocacy efforts, and have day-to-day responsibility for working with business, federal, state and local government, and local community representatives. He will also serve as the lead staff support for the Chamber’s Public Policy Committee, analyzing and assessing legislative, administrative and regulatory activities as they relate to Chamber operations.
“Adrian brings strong public policy and community relations experience to the Chamber team,” said Herman. “He’s plugged in with key stakeholders at the local, state and national levels, and has a deep understanding of opportunities and challenges in our region.”
Walker was most recently senior manager, Government Affairs and Corporate Relations at Diplomat Pharmacy; he also served as manager, Corporate Social Responsibility. Prior to joining the pharmacy giant, Walker served on the staff of U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, including as special advisor in Washington, D.C., and the regional manager for the Flint/Saginaw/Bay area.
A Flint native and current resident, he is a graduate of Michigan State University. More information: Flint & Genesee Chamber
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