Mclean County Chamber delight: With Amazon investment, Rivian 'serious competition' for Tesla, analyst says
For Normal Mayor Chris Koos, Amazon's investment in Rivian is another sign that the community was right to bet on the electric car start-up.
"It's incredible news for Rivian and for the community," said Koos of an equity investment round of $700 million led by Amazon announced Friday. "It just validates that we all took the right step in the right direction to make this happen, and I'm including Rivian in that."
About two years after local and state officials promised more than $50 million in incentives for the fledgling automaker to take over the former Mitsubishi plant in west Normal, Rivian stands ready to put the finishing touches on the R1T pickup and R1S SUV to be made in Normal, with the R1T out in 2020.
Industry analysts believe Rivian has the potential to become the Tesla of trucks, creating a niche in a highly profitable sector of the auto industry coveted by consumers and automakers alike.
The company, which had previously raised nearly $700 million in funding, gains both additional capital and legitimacy through the partnership, even though it has yet to begin production.
"I'm impressed by the fact it's a significant commitment, and the fact that Amazon is doing it. Amazon recognizing the Rivian organization is of course kudos to Rivian," said Koos. "My question now is, will you be able to go on Amazon and buy a Rivian pickup?"
Adam Jonas, an equity analyst with Morgan Stanley, issued a bullish note on Rivian this week, calling it the "next serious competition" to take market share from Tesla in the electric vehicle segment.
“This investment is an important milestone for Rivian and the shift to sustainable mobility," RJ Scaringe, Rivian founder and CEO, said in a statement on Friday. “Beyond simply eliminating compromises that exist around performance, capability and efficiency, we are working to drive innovation across the entire customer experience."
He added that "delivering on this vision requires the right partners, and we are excited to have Amazon with us on our journey to create products, technology and experiences that reset expectations of what is possible.”
Michelle Krebs, a Detroit-based analyst for Autotrader, said the new partnership with Amazon makes sense for Rivian. Read more: The Pantagraph
Feb 19, 2019 - 7:45am - 9:00am
Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce
120 Jackson Street
Oshkosh, WI 549014714
Predictive Analytics: How to Know What Your Customers Want Before They Do
Presented by: Stellar Blue Technologies
Jim Dobinski, Managing Director and Founder
Brett Hildebrandt, Lead Project Strategist
Connor Thompson, Analytic Strategist
We encourage you to bring your laptop or tablet to this free interactive workshop.
Must register. Seating is limited to 20 attendees.
Open registration until Feb 19, 2019
Member Price: $0.00
Non-member Price: $5.00
More information: Oshkosh Chamber
NKY Chamber Women’s Initiative workshop: ‘Know Yourself Before Heading Out to Present Yourself’
Congratulations to the Prince William Chamber of Commerce 2019 Business Award Winners
5 Star Battle Creek Area Chamber: Glenn Shepard Seminar | Be The Manager Other Managers Envy & Bosses Can't Wait To Reward
#FamousChamber Of Commerce Quotations: (Live & Learn)
"Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever." Mahatma Gandhi
The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce Community Guide
The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce Community Guide & Map is available at the chamber today ! Thanks to the Maggie Dobson and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
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Oshkosh Chamber Social Hub - Predictive Analytics: How to Know What Your Customers Want Before They Do
Feb 19, 2019 - 7:45am - 9:00am
Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce
120 Jackson Street
Oshkosh, WI 549014714
Predictive Analytics: How to Know What Your Customers Want Before They Do
Presented by: Stellar Blue Technologies
Jim Dobinski, Managing Director and Founder
Brett Hildebrandt, Lead Project Strategist
Connor Thompson, Analytic Strategist
We encourage you to bring your laptop or tablet to this free interactive workshop.
Must register. Seating is limited to 20 attendees.
Open registration until Feb 19, 2019
Member Price: $0.00
Non-member Price: $5.00
More information: Oshkosh Chamber
NKY Chamber Women’s Initiative workshop: ‘Know Yourself Before Heading Out to Present Yourself’
One key element of success, whether in professional or personal endeavors, is to be able to sell yourself.
On Wednesday, March 6 from 7:30-9 a.m., the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Women’s Initiative, sponsored by PNC, will present the next event in its Professional Series: Know Yourself Before Heading Out to Present Yourself, at FIVE Labs – Midwest (4123 Olympic Blvd., Erlanger).
“We’re thrilled to have Lynee Miller as our speaker for the March Professional Series,” said Stacy Cole, Professional Series Committee Chair. “She brings experience and knowledge about how knowing oneself can impact success in life.”
Lynee Miller, Lead Illuminator at Illuminating Insights, will speak to the power of knowing your inner self and your relationships with the world around you. Knowing yourself creates accommodation for a healthy and fulfilling life. There are variations for what a successful person looks like, but if you are looking for consistent success, you should understand the anatomy of a winner.
Miller will describe the competency themes and relationships around attitudes and habits that create a top performer.
“This session will probe into how even slight mindful behavioral transformations can vastly improve our performance,” said Miller.
Registration for the Women’s Initiative Professional Series: Know Yourself Before Heading Out to Present Yourself is $35 for NKY Chamber members, $50 for future NKY Chamber members, and $25 for NKYP Passport holders. Advanced registration is required and available online.
On Wednesday, March 6 from 7:30-9 a.m., the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Women’s Initiative, sponsored by PNC, will present the next event in its Professional Series: Know Yourself Before Heading Out to Present Yourself, at FIVE Labs – Midwest (4123 Olympic Blvd., Erlanger).
“We’re thrilled to have Lynee Miller as our speaker for the March Professional Series,” said Stacy Cole, Professional Series Committee Chair. “She brings experience and knowledge about how knowing oneself can impact success in life.”
Lynee Miller, Lead Illuminator at Illuminating Insights, will speak to the power of knowing your inner self and your relationships with the world around you. Knowing yourself creates accommodation for a healthy and fulfilling life. There are variations for what a successful person looks like, but if you are looking for consistent success, you should understand the anatomy of a winner.
Miller will describe the competency themes and relationships around attitudes and habits that create a top performer.
“This session will probe into how even slight mindful behavioral transformations can vastly improve our performance,” said Miller.
Registration for the Women’s Initiative Professional Series: Know Yourself Before Heading Out to Present Yourself is $35 for NKY Chamber members, $50 for future NKY Chamber members, and $25 for NKYP Passport holders. Advanced registration is required and available online.
#BestChamber practices: Oxford Lafayette County Chamber: How to Hire Ole Miss College Students
Do you hire current college students? The University of Mississippi Career Center invites you to our Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, March 5th for best practices in recruiting, hiring and developing student talent. The Job Location and Development Program (JLD), a program partially funded by the federal government, helps students obtain off-campus employment in the Oxford area. The department is interested in advertising and promoting your available positions free of charge. Use this link or e-mail office@career.olemiss.edu to register for the event. Call 662) 915-7174 for additional questions.
Congratulations to the Prince William Chamber of Commerce 2019 Business Award Winners
Manassas, VA-The Prince William Chamber of Commerce celebrated passion and excellence in the business community with their annual Business Awards banquet on February 26th at Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas. The Freedom Bank, Business Growth Vision Partner, was recognized as the newest Chamber Vision Partner. Rick Davis, Dean of the George Mason University College of Performing Arts & Executive Director of the Hylton Performing Arts Center served as Master of Ceremonies. In addition to the Chamber’s awards, the event also featured awards presented by the Leadership of the Cities of Manassas and Manassas Park and the Prince William County.
And the winners are…
Agnes L. Colgan Community Service Awards
The 2019 Agnes L. Colgan Community Service Awards sponsored by Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
These awards are named after the first wife of the late Senator Colgan: Agnes Colgan (deceased). As a mother and grandmother she was known to live by example, compelling family, friends and strangers to reach out to others in need and view the world with an empathetic heart. Mrs. Colgan was an avid volunteer and fundraiser for a wide array of charitable organizations including the American Red Cross, SERVE and Transitional Housing BARN. Each of the winners received an award to display in addition to a check for $1,000.
Health & Human Services: CASA-Court Appointed Special Advocates
Arts & Education: HireGround, Inc.
Charles J. Colgan Visionary Award:
The 2019 Charles J. Colgan Visionary Award sponsored by Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, PC.
Named after the late Virginia Statesman, Senator Charles Colgan, the Visionary Award is meant to be awarded to an individual who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership, including but not limited to their own organization. Just like Senator Colgan, a long-time member of the Chamber with Colgan Air and a Past Chairman of the Board, this individual should be known as an innovator, a great partner, a visionary and an advocate for his or her community and beyond. This is the fourth year in which the award has been presented.
The Honorable Kathleen Seefeldt, Former Chairman Prince William Board of County Supervisors
Business Awards
Innovative Practice or Partnership of the Year: Leadership Prince William & Comcast
The 2019 Innovative Practice or Partnership of the Year Award sponsored by Joint Technology Solutions.
Community Outreach Award: Apple Federal Credit Union and Mr. Handyman
The 2019 Community Outreach Award sponsored by OmniRide.
Hospitality & Tourism Award: MurLarkey Distilled Spirits, LLC
Excellence in Construction or General Contracting: Mike Garcia Construction, Inc.
Tech Company of the Year: Lockheed Martin Rotary & Mission Systems
The 2019 Tech Company of the Year Award sponsored by Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company
Emerging Business of the Year: Avision Worldwide
The 2019 Emerging Business of the Year Award sponsored by Bennett, Atkinson & Associates, PC.
Excellence in Small Business (1-10 Employees): Loveless Porter Architects, LLC
The 2019 Excellence in Small Business Award sponsored by Merritt Companies
Business Excellence Award (11+ Employees): DuvallWheeler, CPAs
The 2019 Business Excellence Award sponsored by First Virginia Community Bank.
Additional sponsors for the 2019 Prince William Chamber of Commerce Business Awards included: Reception Sponsor Iron Mountain Data Centers; Wine Host Sponsor Whitlock Wealth Management; Program Sponsor Comcast Spotlight; and Community Partner InsideNOVA Prince William.
Contact: Ross Snare email: rsnare@pwchamber.org
Contact: Ross Snare email: rsnare@pwchamber.org
5 Star Battle Creek Area Chamber: Glenn Shepard Seminar | Be The Manager Other Managers Envy & Bosses Can't Wait To Reward
The Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce and Glenn Shepard Seminars is providing an opportunity to take part in a special seminar, Be The Manager Other Managers Envy & Bosses Can't Wait To Reward to be offered to members of the Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce.
Speaker, Glenn Shepard, will present his seminar on "How to Supervise People and Lead a Team" based on one of his books, How to Manage Problem Employees. The seminar will take place at the WMU Kendall Center, 50 W Jackson St., Battle Creek, MI 49017 on March 5, 2019 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
We are looking for your help in filling the room. Having a good turnout will allow the Chamber to get more nationally known speakers to add Battle Creek to their tour schedule in the future.
For more information, please review the registration form linked below. Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite linked below. For more information, please contact us at our office at 269.962.4076.
The Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce 2018 Community Profile & Membership Directory is available at the Crossroads Regional Chamber today! Thanks to Sue Reed and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
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#BestChamber practices: Muncie-Delaware County Chamber: Chamber Testimonials
Ivy Tech is proud to be a longstanding member of the Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber provides opportunities to collaborate for a better today and tomorrow. As a business, economic, and community development organization, the Chamber is working hard to move our communities forward. And, Ivy Tech is pleased to be a part of such important work!
Andy Bowne, Ed.D., Senior Vice President & COO, Ivy Tech Community College
Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce 2018 Community Profile & Membership Directory
The Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce 2018 Community Profile & Membership Directory is available at the Crossroads Regional Chamber today! Thanks to Sue Reed 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 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: Muncie-Delaware County Chamber: Chamber Testimonials
Ivy Tech is proud to be a longstanding member of the Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber provides opportunities to collaborate for a better today and tomorrow. As a business, economic, and community development organization, the Chamber is working hard to move our communities forward. And, Ivy Tech is pleased to be a part of such important work!
Andy Bowne, Ed.D., Senior Vice President & COO, Ivy Tech Community College
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