5 Star Battle Creek Area Chamber: Netwalking @ Lakeview Square Mall
The Chamber's Netwalking vision is to create stronger and deeper personal relationships while encouraging friendships and the sharing of ideas; bring people together through walking to build a stronger community that breaks down barriers; and increase local collaboration and group activities – activities bring joy to life.
Netwalking consists of networking and collaborating with community and Chamber members for two miles through Lakeview Square Mall. After completing the first lap around the mall, we encourage attendees to order some lunch at Applebee's Bar + Grill or Buffalo Wild Wings, make the final lap with the group, then pick up your lunch on your way back to work. Or stay after the event to grab some lunch with attendees at either location. Walking and networking can make it easier to get to know other business professionals in our area, and build meaningful connections.
Netwalking will take place on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 from 11 a.m. til Noon at Lakeview Square Mall. Please meet at the Applebee's Grill + Bar and Buffalo Wild Wings entrance where the walk will begin and end.
Let us know you're planning to walk by clicking the "RSVP Me!" button below, or by calling our office at 269.962.4076.
Birmingham Bloomfield 2018-2019 Membership Directory and Community Resource Guide
The Birmingham-Bloomfield 2018-2019 Membership Directory and Community Resource Guide is available at the Birmingham-Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce today! Thank you to Joe Bauman, Sheryl Geralds, Kelly Bennett and the Chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
Birmingham Bloomfield Membership Directory and Community Profile
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107th Annual Dinner Recap - Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce - (One picture is worth a thousand words)
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#BestChamber practices: 4 Star Commerce Lexington Inc. - Message from the President
On behalf of Commerce Lexington Inc., its 1,700-plus members, and the Bluegrass business community, I would like to welcome you to one of the best cities in the world. Whether you’re visiting here for the weekend or in the process of relocating for business, retirement, or to attend one of the area’s many colleges and universities, you’ll find Lexington residents accommodating, friendly and eager to tell you about our exceptional quality of life.
From exceptional schools to a diverse economy and well-educated workforce to its stronghold as a regional healthcare center and the nearly billion dollars in development you’ll see going on downtown, the “buzz” about Lexington is real and stretches around the world. The area continues to pile up highly coveted economic rankings from some of the most notable publications and survey organizations.
A SAMPLING OF RECENT RANKINGS FOR LEXINGTON/BLUEGRASS:
#2 Rapid Recovery Leaders (Business Facilities)
#3 Best City to Start a New Life (My Life)
#3 Best Cities to Retire To (CNN Money)
#6 Best College City (WalletHub)
#7 Most Affordable Big City in America (Kiplinger)
#7 Best Cities for Quality of Life (NerdWallet)
#8 Best Cities for Working Parents (NerdWallet)
#10 Great Towns to Retire To (Kiplinger)
#12 Best Post-Recession Recovery (WalletHub)
Lexington has been labeled a great place for business, women, veterans, families, young singles, access to healthcare, men, retirees, and a true housing bargain. And, the list goes on and on. To find out more about our wonderful city or how we can assist your business, visit www.CommerceLexington.com or contact us at (859) 254-4447.
Robert L. Quick, CCEPresident & CEO
Elected officials to host Lexington (VA) State of Community address
The Chamber of Commerce serving Lexington, Buena Vista, and Rockbridge County will host the 20th annual State of the Community Address Monday morning at the Lexington Golf and Country Club.
"Things are really good," said Tracy Lyons, executive director of the Chamber of Commerce.
"We've seen a lot of activity just in the business community. In general, a lot going on in Rockbridge. A lot of new businesses coming to town and opening and just a lot going on - it's exciting."
Elected officials from the three jurisdictions as well as state legislators will provide overviews from 2018, and look at 2019 events.
Lyons says they expect to hear an update on the I-81 corridor initiative.
"We've been very involved with the I-81 corridor initiative, and getting some recognition on this side of the state so we'll probably hear a little bit about it and what's happening with the corridor and all the improvements that are in the mix, and currently what the House is considering," said Lyons.
"We're excited to hear about those as well."
Lyons says despite the national attention the small town has received from the Red Hen, the economy has bounced back. The number of visitors is up.
"It has kind of brought a lot of attention to us, but sometimes attention is good," said Lyons.
"We've kind of persevered through it."
The state of the community address is 7:15 a.m. too 9 a.m. at the Lexington Golf and Country Club. Read more: Virginia First
Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce 2017 Community Map
The Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce Community Map is available at the Chamber today! Thanks to Helen Hill, Anita Stump and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
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Effingham County Chamber's Annual Business Recognition Gala: "The Greatest Place on Earth"
This year's theme for the Chamber's Annual Business Recognition Gala was "The Greatest Place on Earth!" In gathering information, the comments were about the people of Effingham County and how they support the community they live in. Click here to view the video showcased at the Gala.
During a recent doctors' visit, Dr. Charly Nguyen commented how Effingham is a very unique community. There is always something new happening, businesses want to be a part of the community, interstates bring lots of visitors & businesses to the area. It is a very sought-after community and everyone is excited to be part of Effingham County.
These comments confirm - "Together - We Succeed!" The Chamber is proud to play an active role in Effingham County's success. We CREATE opportunities for businesses to prosper and grow through programs like The Business Outreach Center and the Effingham Regional Career Academy. We CONNECT people to resources they need to strengthen their business and stimulate regional prosperity through opportunities like Effingham County Vision 2020 and now Impact 2030 and the NEW Effingham Area Connect app. We COLLABORATE with other organizations across the county to tackle tough issues like housing shortages, diversity and inclusion, human trafficking and a lot more.
We appreciate your membership and continued support of the Chamber. Join us in our continued efforts to ensure that Effingham County remains the "Greatest Place on Earth!"
Yours in Business,
Norma Lansing, IOM, ACE
President & CEO
nlansing@effinghamcountychamber.com
#FamousChamber of Commerce Quotation: (Good advice)
“We move toward and become like that which we think about. Our present thoughts determine our future.” Lou Tice
During a recent doctors' visit, Dr. Charly Nguyen commented how Effingham is a very unique community. There is always something new happening, businesses want to be a part of the community, interstates bring lots of visitors & businesses to the area. It is a very sought-after community and everyone is excited to be part of Effingham County.
These comments confirm - "Together - We Succeed!" The Chamber is proud to play an active role in Effingham County's success. We CREATE opportunities for businesses to prosper and grow through programs like The Business Outreach Center and the Effingham Regional Career Academy. We CONNECT people to resources they need to strengthen their business and stimulate regional prosperity through opportunities like Effingham County Vision 2020 and now Impact 2030 and the NEW Effingham Area Connect app. We COLLABORATE with other organizations across the county to tackle tough issues like housing shortages, diversity and inclusion, human trafficking and a lot more.
We appreciate your membership and continued support of the Chamber. Join us in our continued efforts to ensure that Effingham County remains the "Greatest Place on Earth!"
Yours in Business,
Norma Lansing, IOM, ACE
President & CEO
nlansing@effinghamcountychamber.com
#FamousChamber of Commerce Quotation: (Good advice)
“We move toward and become like that which we think about. Our present thoughts determine our future.” Lou Tice
East Mississippi Business Development Corporation recognition: Head of the Class awards given out Friday
The East Mississippi Business Development Corporation recognized two students from each high school across Lauderdale County with the Head of the Class Awards. Alex Smith and Maggie Freeman were the recipients at Clarkdale High School.
“I am surprised,” Smith says. “I didn’t think I would get this and I didn’t know this was happening, so I’m happy and surprised.”
“It’s really exciting and I’m really proud to have received this award because I’m really proud of my grades and I work pretty hard,” Freeman says.
Two awards were given, one for the highest performing student, and one for the most improved student. Jay Youngblood and Trevon Fuller were the recipients at Northeast Lauderdale High School.
“It’s very special to me, I really enjoy this class every day, and I don’t mind going to class,” Youngblood says. “I’ve learned so many wonderful things taking the class, things I’ll use throughout my whole life, and it’s just a really great experience.”
“To receive this award, I am very happy, and honored,” Fuller says. “I was surprised at first because I didn’t expect this.” Read more: WTOK
Chamber Asset: Marshfield woman knows the value of a good mentor“I am a firm believer in paying it forward,” said Diane Wolf.
Wolf knows the value of a good mentor. Her appreciation reaches back to time spent as a nontraditional student, after heading to college when her youngest child was in kindergarten.
“I went back to school – went to the UW (Marshfield) – got an associate’s degree; got a bachelor’s from Stevens Point in business administration, HR, and finance; and then, I got my MBA from Oshkosh,” Wolf recalled.
Right out of college, Wolf’s first job was managing Marshfield’s bustling mall.
“There were 37 stores. It was alive; it was hopping,” she said. “It was just wonderful, but that was the day when the mall was a destination. That’s how I first got involved in the community. I got to know Marilyn Hardacre, and she came to me and she says ‘They are revising MACCI (Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry.) We need a program director.’”
Wolf took the job at the chamber, where she spent the next few years networking. Then, she was approached to run a regional grocery store bank.
“I managed the first Associated (Bank) when it was in Tom Karau’s warehouse,” Wolf added.
When Mid-State started a financial services program, they looked to Wolf due to her experience in both business and banking. Diane then began a 25-year teaching career with the technical college. That teaching career extended to the UW system where she has taught for 32 years.
In addition to her professional career, Wolf has also served the community in a political capacity, becoming the first woman elected to the Marshfield Common Council. Wolf served the residents of District 2 for two terms.
The mentorship she received from her days as a student to her days as a teacher have given her the desire to pay it forward and the Central Wisconsin SCORE program has become a major part of that.
“I’ve had some really good mentors over the years and that is what made me gravitate towards SCORE, because I can pay that forward,” Wolf said. “I think about all of the mentors that I have had in this community… I was taught not to sit back by some wonderful mentors.”
“When you talk about SCORE, think about the fact that you can give this back… It’s that synergistic effect, where everything comes together; and because it does, the outcome is so much better. SCORE is just a real small part of that. If you get people with good ideas, and you help show them where they can get resources and things of that sort, it’s only a matter of time and you are going to pay it forward, too.”
Central Wisconsin SCORE is a group of counselors that provide free, confidential advice, and consultation to any prospective or current business owner in north central Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.
“I think what score brings is they bring experts in various fields to individuals who otherwise may not have that tool available to them,” Wolf said. “This one person came in and she said, ‘Well, you know, I should have come to you first. I spent $300 on this software package, and I spent $300 on this and all of these things, and it wasn’t needed.’ She could have started with us. We are a starting point.
“You get more than you give. In all of the volunteerism I have done over my lifetime, I have gotten far more than I have ever given.”
About score
The Central Wisconsin SCORE chapter is located in the Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry, 700 S. Central Ave., Marshfield. The group has assisted hundreds of businesses in the Marshfield, Neillsville, Wisconsin Rapids, Stevens Point, and Wausau area.
They currently serve the counties of Florence, Forest, Vilas, Iron, Oneida, Price, Lincoln, Langlade, Clark, Wood, Marathon, Juneau, Adams, and portions of Upper Michigan.
While the SCORE program has many counselors with various expertise, the program currently has a large need for women mentors.
“You don’t have to own a business,” said Central Wisconsin SCORE Administrator Karen Olson, “you don’t have to be a CEO of a business, you just have to have some expertise in an area such as financial, marketing, (human resources), all of those different arenas. Read more: Hub City Times
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