Arlington Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Amazon Headquarters
The Arlington Chamber of Commerce welcomes today's announcement that Amazon.com, Inc. has chosen to locate its new headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. Amazon's choice reiterates the assets that Arlington brings to our businesses through its location, workforce talent, and business environment. This addition to Arlington is a significant step toward enhancing and maintaining the strength of Arlington's commercial sector and diversifying our economic base. The Chamber previously expressed its support for Arlington's efforts to recruit Amazon's new headquarters and today congratulates the Commonwealth of Virginia, Arlington County and City of Alexandria governments, JBG SMITH, and other stakeholders who made this deal possible.
"Amazon's choice to locate its new headquarters in Arlington reinforces what we have long known, that Arlington and Northern Virginia have all of the critical factors needed for businesses to succeed," says Kate Bates, President & CEO of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce. "Our community provides key infrastructure, including transportation, technology, and one of the most highly-educated talent pools in the country, along with close proximity to the nation's capital."
"We welcome Amazon to the Arlington business community with open arms," says 2018 Chamber Chair Lindsey Rheaume of EagleBank. "Amazon will benefit from the strong business climate, talent, and infrastructure that make Arlington a great place to do business. Our existing businesses and inspired Arlington entrepreneurs look forward to the opportunities that having Amazon right in our backyard gives us."
Amazon's commitment to locate in Arlington will help to alleviate the pressures on our local economy caused by an office vacancy rate that has been elevated for more than a decade by the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC), the 2008 financial crisis and resulting recession, and federal budget sequestration. Their plans to add new jobs in Arlington will help meet the employment needs of the Washington, DC region's growing population and will create new opportunities for our local workforce.
Arlington has the assets in place for the entire community to benefit from Amazon's new headquarters. The Chamber will now work with its members to manage the opportunities and challenges that the new headquarters will bring to the region. The Chamber's more than 750 member organizations range across the entire Arlington commercial sector, from small local businesses to large corporations, and include many Arlington nonprofit organizations and community groups.
"The Arlington Chamber welcomes the benefits of adding new businesses, including diversifying our economic base and creating opportunities for existing businesses to grow with new partners," Bates says. "The Chamber is making plans with other chambers of commerce and business organizations throughout the greater Washington region of Maryland, DC, and Virginia to provide a forum for businesses across the region to take advantage of the opportunities that Amazon's new headquarters affords." CONTACT: Scott E. Pedowitz Government Affairs Manager (703) 525-2400, ext. 205 --- visit www.arlingtonchamber.org.
IACCE 2018 Chamber of the Year Jefferson County Chamber Community Guide
The Jefferson County Chamber Community Guide is available at the chamber of commerce today! Thank you to Philip "Mike" Beard and the Chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
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Champaign County Chamber: BIGG Tip of the Week: 2 Proven Ways to Convince Others
Rhyme and repeat, says Language Intelligence author Joe Romm. People are more likely to believe a phrase that rhymes. Repeating something three times is nearly as convincing as if three people said it once. He points to the chart-topping song Call Me Maybe, which rhymes "me maybe" and repeats the letter "m". Convince others with a power-packed phrase that pays, for your BIGG success! Get more tips from BIGG Success here.
Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton to Speak at Upcoming Business Forum Hosted By the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber
SOUTHGATE, MI – Olympic gold medalist and inspirational speaker Scott Hamilton will address local business leaders and the public at the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber’s Business Forum breakfast on Tuesday, November 27 at 8:30 AM at Crystal Gardens in Southgate. The event, presented by Comcast Business, is open to the public.
The Chamber’s monthly legislative and business forum series is designed to educate and to promote communication between business and political leaders in the southern Wayne County region. As this month’s keynote speaker, Hamilton will share on living an extraordinary life, focusing on his personal testimony and how it relates to building a winning culture for business.
“We are honored to welcome Mr. Hamilton to the Downriver and southern Wayne County region,” commented Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber president Ronald J. Hinrichs. “Scott’s story is truly extraordinary, and will inspire our business community and region in a powerful and lasting way. I am looking forward to learning many valuable life lessons from Scott’s testimony and applying these lessons toward our efforts in continuing to build a winning culture in our Downriver business community.”
Space is limited and registration is requested for this event. Tickets, which include breakfast, are $20 each in advance, and can be purchased at www.SWCRC.com, or by calling the Chamber office at 734-284-6000. If space allows, tickets may be available at the door for $25.
Forum Series Sponsors for this event are AT&T, BASF Corporation, Comcast, DTE Energy, Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital, Fritz Enterprises, Monroe Bank & Trust, The News-Herald, SEMCA, United States Steel, Wayne County Community College District, Downriver Community Conference, Signarama of Allen Park, and Public Service Credit Union. Tittle Brothers Construction is a Forum Sponsor.
Businesses and individuals have the opportunity to sponsor a table of high school students, investing into our future leaders. Attending high schools include Gabriel Richard High School sponsored by Fritz Enterprises, Woodhaven High School sponsored by Bronni Vision Boutique and Downriver Community Federal Credit Union, Carlson High School sponsored by Comcast, Asher High School sponsored by SEMCA, Taylor High School sponsored by Howe-Peterson Funeral Home, and Melvindale High School sponsored by the Trenton Trib. Contact the Chamber office for more information on how to sponsor a southern Wayne County high school table at 734-284-6000.
Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce 2018 Community Profile & Directory
The Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce Community Profile & Directory is available at the Plainfield Area Chamber today! Thanks to Tasha Kitson, Vitella Barnes, Kellie Wujek, Patrick Ryan and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
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Wisconsin Rapids Entrepeneur Takes Home the Top Prize at the Central Wisconsin Hatch Regional Finale
Area entrepreneur Pete Jungwirth of Wisconsin Rapids took home the top prize at the Central Wisconsin Hatch Regional Finale Wednesday night held at the Noel Car Barn, earning $5,000 for his company, Amira Learning. The company uses artificial intelligence technology to help teachers assess students’ reading levels and improve their skills individually, based on specific areas where they need help.
The HATCH Finale was attended by a crowd of nearly 250 people who watched six area entrepreneurs pitch their business to judges and vote for their favorite. During the award presentations at the end of the evening, Fred Raasch of BrightStar incorrectly announced that Siren Shrub was the winner of the People’s Choice Award, determined by a popular vote of those attending. The correct recipient of the People’s Choice Award and $500 cash prize was Michael More and his product, The Scape, while Siren Shrub earned the BrightStar Entrepreneur Award and a $500 cash prize.
The Scape is a unique product that synchronizes aspects of mobiles, light projectors and sound machines to help babies and adults sleep. More and The Scape product won the local Hatch event in Stevens Point to qualify for the finale.
Siren Shrub, a company run by Layne Cozzolino and Mindy McCord from Stevens Point, produce a line of concentrated sipping vinegars made from locally grown fruits and herbs. Siren Shrub presented in June at the Wisconsin Rapids Hatch event and were selected as one of the “Wild Card” presenters at the regional finale.
Area entrepreneur and philanthropist John Noel kicked off the event with some words of encouragement for the six finalists. “Regardless of what happens tonight, pursue your dreams with every ounce of your passion,” he said. “And as your dreams become successful businesses, I encourage you to do what you can to give back and make the world better.”
HATCH is funded by BrightStar Wisconsin Foundation with the help of a matching grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and support from local sponsors for the finale that included the Judd S. Alexander Foundation, Compass Properties, Ruder Ware Law Firm, BMO Harris Bank and North Wind Renewable Energy.
The Central Wisconsin Hatch Regional Finale was hosted by Compass Properties and organized by BrightStar and the four organizations that hosted the preliminary local events; Portage County Business Council, Marshfield Chamber of Commerce, Entrepreneur and Education Center in Wausau and Mid-States Technical College - Wisconsin Rapids campus.
Christian County Chamber 2018 Legislative Update Breakfast
Join us for the 2018 Legislative Update Breakfast where we will hear from Kentucky Chamber President, Dave Adkisson about the goals they are working towards for the upcoming General Assembly and how we are affected locally. We will also hear a federal update from a Kevin Courtois, Manager at the U.S. Chamber's Great Lakes Regional Office.
Great Things To See and Do During O’Tannenbaum Days Weekend in Jasper, Indiana
O’Tannenbaum Days will be November 30, December 1 & 2, 2018 in Jasper, Indiana.
The huge, lighted Christmas tree in the center of downtown welcomes visitors, relatives, residents and friends to this annual Christmas celebration. Lights will be strung from the Dubois County Courthouse to the tops of the buildings. Many of the downtown businesses also have perimeter lights outlining the tops of their buildings. Shops in the city are ready for shoppers with gift ideas and window displays full of decorations. Potpourri, treats, carriage rides, Santa Claus in his special house, and a large variety of artists and artisans are in the stores and other locations, to greet you with demonstrations of their special skills.
The stores are all ready for you with lots of great ideas for gifts and decorations, featured artists and fun, too. Members of the Actors Community Theatre will be caroling in the downtown area on Friday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Santa Claus will be in his special house on the courthouse square throughout the entire weekend. Visit him, and make sure you bring your camera! He will be there on Friday from 5 – 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from noon – 3:00 p.m. both days. You will want to bring your camera to photograph your child with Santa Claus. Take advantage of the beautiful community Christmas tree next to Santa’s house and take some pictures of your children, friends, or relatives. This is a great weekend to share with loved ones and a wonderful time to reminisce and to make new memories that will last for years.
Horse-drawn carriage rides are sure to please both young and old during this special weekend. At a starting point in front of Jasper City Hall, on the Square, in downtown Jasper, the carriage will travel north and south for several blocks. There will be one carriage taking passengers on the scenic and historic tour of downtown Jasper. The carriage rides will be available at no cost, although donations are always accepted. The carriage rides will run Friday evening, December 1 from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m., and on Saturday afternoon from 12 noon until 4:00 p.m. Carriage rides will not take place on Sunday.
You can begin the day early in the morning on Saturday by stopping at three local churches. Attend all three for a large variety of delicious treats! Trinity United Church of Christ begins their Cookie Walk at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday and will continue selling their delicious cookies until 1:00 p.m. They will also have a bake sale. Precious Blood Church will host their St. Nick Bazaar beginning at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. They will have lots of crafts, gifts and home-baked goodies and a cookie walk from 8-1:00. The Precious Blood event continues on Saturday until 5:00 p.m. and then again on Sunday from 8:00 a.m.-12 noon. St. Joseph Church will host a Christmas Bazaar in the Parish Center on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 8 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.. Baked goods, cookies, crafts, dolls, turnip slaw, new items, white elephant items, jellies and more.
Krempp Gallery, inside the Jasper Arts Center, on south Third Avenue will feature the “Visual Arts Committee” display all weekend. Beautiful artwork from local artists. The Gallery hours are Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. and on Sunday from noon until 3:00 p.m. The Krempp Gallery is closed on Saturday.
A Holiday Bazaar will be on Saturday only from 10-4 at the Cabby O’Neil Gym on 6th Street in the center of Jasper. Over 35 local vendors (crafter & direct sales) will showcase their wares. Register to win a $20 cash give-away. The Jasper Christmas Craft Show is at Jasper High School on Saturday only from 10-5:00 p.m. All items will be hand made including handmade treasures, arts and crafts, homemade baked goods, crafts for kids, etc. They will also have balloons and photo opportunities. Food concessions will be available at both venues.
The Dubois County Museum, located at 2704 North Newton St. is open this weekend on Friday from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1 – 4 p.m. Take some time to visit the Dubois County Museum and learn a lot about the history of Dubois County. Have breakfast with Santa on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. (call 812/630-9891 for reservations). You can see many Christmas trees and enjoy numerous Santa’s from the museum’s collections. Come and see the many Christmas trees in the “Festival of Trees – Americana/God Bless America” theme. Strings will perform violin music at 2:00 on Saturday and Lisa Hoppenjans will provide violin musical entertainment on Sunday on the porch of the log cabin. Delight in the dollhouses and model trains, and enjoy some Christmas shopping in the well-stocked gift shop.
A guided tour of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the church bell tower will be given on Saturday afternoon beginning promptly at 12 noon and lasting about two hours. Meet at the main doors of the church for an historical tour of this magnificent and beautiful building that is a landmark for Jasper. The guide, Bernie Vogler, will greet you and share some interesting history.
Jasper Public Library at 1116 Main Street is joining the weekend activities on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. where you and your children can gather for a special time of stories and singing with Santa Claus. The Jasper Library is also providing a Story-Walk in the windows of the stores in downtown Jasper, beginning on November 30th.
The Jasper City Mill, by the Patoka River Bridge, will be open throughout the weekend. Go back in time to view the water wheel and grinding of corn into meal. Very interesting and exciting! Great gift items available at the mill, too. Hours: Friday and Saturday, 10-5 and Sunday 12–5:00.
The American Legion Post 147 and its Auxiliary are hosting the 81st Annual Community Christmas Party – this year on Sunday afternoon - in the Black Gym at the Jasper Middle School. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. and Santa arrives at 1:00 p.m. Children will be given a bag of treats when leaving the gym. Santa and several cartoon characters will be available for pictures for a short time afterwards. Music will be provided by the Jasper Middle School band, under the direction of John Coller. Make this event part of your annual family Christmas traditions!
Artists and artisans will display their talents all weekend in many of the stores.
Each of the 40+ participating stores and locations will also have guides available, showing where the artists and crafters or special treats will be located and what products they will demonstrate and sell. Those guides are also available at the Jasper Chamber of Commerce at 302 West 6th St. You can also call the Chamber at 812-482-6866 for more information about any of the events that are taking place during O’Tannenbaum Days weekend.
Most of the hotels in Jasper and Dubois County are offering Olde World Christmas lodging packages. Call the Jasper Chamber of Commerce at 812/482-6866 or the Dubois County Visitors Center at 812-482-9115 or 1-800/968-4578 for this information or go to: www.visitduboiscounty.com.
O’Tannenbaum Days is funded through a cooperative effort of the Greater Downtown Jasper Business Association, Jasper Chamber of Commerce and the Dubois County Visitors Center.
The Jasper City Mill, by the Patoka River Bridge, will be open throughout the weekend. Go back in time to view the water wheel and grinding of corn into meal. Very interesting and exciting! Great gift items available at the mill, too. Hours: Friday and Saturday, 10-5 and Sunday 12–5:00.
The American Legion Post 147 and its Auxiliary are hosting the 81st Annual Community Christmas Party – this year on Sunday afternoon - in the Black Gym at the Jasper Middle School. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. and Santa arrives at 1:00 p.m. Children will be given a bag of treats when leaving the gym. Santa and several cartoon characters will be available for pictures for a short time afterwards. Music will be provided by the Jasper Middle School band, under the direction of John Coller. Make this event part of your annual family Christmas traditions!
Artists and artisans will display their talents all weekend in many of the stores.
Each of the 40+ participating stores and locations will also have guides available, showing where the artists and crafters or special treats will be located and what products they will demonstrate and sell. Those guides are also available at the Jasper Chamber of Commerce at 302 West 6th St. You can also call the Chamber at 812-482-6866 for more information about any of the events that are taking place during O’Tannenbaum Days weekend.
Most of the hotels in Jasper and Dubois County are offering Olde World Christmas lodging packages. Call the Jasper Chamber of Commerce at 812/482-6866 or the Dubois County Visitors Center at 812-482-9115 or 1-800/968-4578 for this information or go to: www.visitduboiscounty.com.
O’Tannenbaum Days is funded through a cooperative effort of the Greater Downtown Jasper Business Association, Jasper Chamber of Commerce and the Dubois County Visitors Center.
Please keep local businesses and authentic art alive in Jasper, Indiana. You are encouraged to support locally and independently owned businesses while enjoying the great festivities of O’Tannenbaum Days!
Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber Christmas Tree Competition
Start brainstorming your ideas for this year's Christmas Tree Competition! Trees will be judged by all guests at the Christmas Cocktail Party on Dec.13th! Each contestant will receive a Pre-Lit 2' Noble Fir Artificial Christmas Tree,with Clear Lights to get you started.
Here's how it works...
Be one of the first to participate, only 10 trees will be decorated.
Here's how it works...
Be one of the first to participate, only 10 trees will be decorated.
Decorate it! Make a WOW Statement!! They will all be highly showcased with the name of the company or individual that submits them.
Trees are to be submitted to the Chancellor's House or Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, Dec. 12th no later than 2:00 pm
Each tree when submitted will then be placed on a Silent Auction to be purchased by our guests.
Each guest will be given a ballot to vote for the Best Decorated Tree
The WINNING entry will WIN a two nights stay at The Chancellor's House, or $500 value towards your stay, (excluding black out dates), plus brunch for two including one mimosa or made to order bloody.
If you wish to participate contact rosie@oxfordms.com
The WINNING entry will WIN a two nights stay at The Chancellor's House, or $500 value towards your stay, (excluding black out dates), plus brunch for two including one mimosa or made to order bloody.
If you wish to participate contact rosie@oxfordms.com
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