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Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Register for our April 25th Amplify Oshkosh Event - What is Block Chain & How does it Work?; 2019 Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber Foundation Scholarship Program; Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce 2017 Community Profile Guide; Southern Illinois Made Expo/Egyptian Board of Realtors Special Presentation to Veterans Honor Flight - Join us to Celebrate!; St. Mary Medical Center CEO Janice Ryba Honored as Business Person of the Year by Hobart Chamber of Commerce; Young Professional Week in Dodge County - Sign Up Now!; #FamousChamber Of Commerce Quotations: (Be happy!) - Emerson; The Arlington Chamber Of Commerce Presents Volunteer Arlington Day; Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Community Map; Owensboro Convention Center presents: the 2019 Chamber Works Expo; Mississippi Scholars’ challenge: ‘Do something great’; Town Square Publications Chamber Membership Directories, Maps and Community Profiles: The best in the U.S.


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


Register for our April 25th Amplify Oshkosh Event - What is Block Chain & How does it Work?


Ideas Amplified –What is Block Chain & How does it Work
When: Thursday, April 25th, 5:30-7pm
Where: Fox River Brewing Company – 1501 Arboretum Drive
Registration Fee $10


Blockchain is currently a very hot topic and is part of a disruptive technology that is accelerating at a rapid pace. Are you wondering what Blockchain is and how it works? Maybe you are wondering how it affects you and the challenges and opportunities it presents. Join us as Javad Ahmad from Smart IS International will explain how Blockchain will change the way digital services are provided and where the technology is headed.

2019 Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber Foundation Scholarship Program


The Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber, through its recognized 501(c)(3) Foundation, plans to award several scholarships to seniors graduating from area high schools and pursuing postsecondary studies at a community college, four-year accredited university or trade school within the state of Michigan.

Eligible high school seniors must either be employed by a Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber member business, or be an immediate family member of an employee of a Chamber member business. Up to four scholarships valued at up to $2,500 will be awarded on an annual basis.

This is an annual scholarship program authorized by the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber Foundation Board of Directors funded by donations and proceeds from Foundation activities and grants by the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber. Awards will be sent directly to the school of the winner’s choice upon completed student enrollment in that institution.

Applicants must complete the attached application and write a 600-word essay for consideration of the scholarship. No interviews are planned. The Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber Foundation Scholarship Committee will review applications and essays as part of the selection process.

Scholarship winners must use the award during the 2019-20 academic year. Failure to use the scholarship in a timely fashion will result in forfeiture of the award. These scholarships are open to full-time and part-time students. Financial need will not be factors in the selection process.

For more information, call Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber Foundation President Joe Bauman at (248) 430-6135, or email at joeb@bbcc.com.


Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce 2017 Community Profile Guide

The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce 2017 Community Profile Guide & Membership Directory is available at the Greater Belleville Chamber! Thanks to Wendy Pfeil and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!








Belleville IL Community Profile Guide


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.



Southern Illinois Made Expo/Egyptian Board of Realtors Special Presentation to Veterans Honor Flight - Join us to Celebrate!


Thursday, April 18th at 2pm in the Charter Lounge at Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois

Please join State Senator Dale Fowler and representatives from the Egyptian Board of Realtors, Southern Illinois Honor Flight and Southern Illinois Chambers of Commerce for a special announcement about the Southern Illinois Made Expo.

The Southern Illinois Made Expo is a premiere opportunity for businesses to showcase products and destinations available in Southern Illinois. The event is made possible through a cooperative effort between State Senator Dale Fowler, Southern Illinois Chambers of Commerce, Egyptian Board of Realtors and other area partners. With well over 2,000 attendees at the first-annual expo in 2018, this event will once again be open to the general public on July 27 and 28, 2019 at the Pavilion in Marion, giving everyone the opportunity to experience the quality of unique products made by Southern Illinois artists, designers, and manufacturers, and the beauty of Southern Illinois destinations.

Thursday, April 18th at 2:00 p.m.

Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois

Charter Lounge
10400 Terminal Dr. #200
Marion, IL 62959

All proceeds from admission and exhibitor fees will go toward Veterans Honor Flight of Southern Illinois.


St. Mary Medical Center CEO Janice Ryba Honored as Business Person of the Year by Hobart Chamber of Commerce

“Healthcare is about everyone working together as a team for the benefit of patients,” St. Mary Medical Center Chief Executive Officer Janice Ryba explained to business leaders at a recent chamber event. “Our vision is to be an exceptional choice for high quality healthcare in the communities we serve.”
Ryba’s passion for excellence, her persistent focus on community partnerships and outreach and the hospital’s collaboration with local school districts and career centers, prompted the Hobart Chamber of Commerce to name Ryba Business Person of the Year for 2019. The award was presented at the Chamber’s annual recognition dinner on March 1.
Ryba credits the honor to the hospital’s physicians and clinical staff, to her administrative team and to St. Mary Medical Center’s many support staff and volunteers.
Ryba first brought passion and determination with her to St. Mary Medical Center when she became CEO in 2007. Since then, she and her administrative team have established the hospital as a regional leader in healthcare excellence.
St. Mary Medical Center has been recognized in recent years for its high quality care and outcomes in cardiology, neurology and stroke care, orthopedics, oncology, maternity care, bariatrics, vascular care, robotic surgery and other patient services, as well as for overall patient experience, care and safety.

Major achievements include construction of the $17 million, 55,000-square-foot Valparaiso Health Center in 2013, expansion of services at the Portage Health Centers in 2014 and the hospital’s addition of a $40 million Surgical Pavilion and ICU in 2015. Last year, St. Mary Medical Center, in collaboration with its physician network, Community Care Network, Inc., opened its South Valpo Immediate Care, Family Practice and Physical Therapy locations on US 30 in Valparaiso. Read more: La Porte County Life



Young Professional Week in Dodge County - Sign Up Now!


YP Week is this week in Dodge County and there are 5 of 6 FREE events for you to attend!  All events have LIMITED AVAILABILITY, so secure your tickets now.

Note:  All tickets must be reserved on an individual basis for all events; no group reservations are allowed.

Eventbrite ticket links have been set up for YP Week events in Dodge County hosted by the Chamber’s CATALYST Group:

Tuesday, April 23rd Coffee Roast Tour and Tasting

Wednesday, April 24th Trap Shoot

Thursday, April 25th Food & Beverages Made in Dodge County

Friday, April 26th Wine Tasting

Saturday, April 27th Earth Day Tree Planting

Saturday, April 27th Hops & Art!

More information: President Philip C. Fritsche, IOM


#FamousChamber Of Commerce Quotations: (Be happy!) - Emerson

Write it on your heart that every day is the best day of the year! - Ralph Waldo Emerson


The Arlington Chamber Of Commerce Presents Volunteer Arlington Day


For 20 years, the Arlington Chamber of Commerce has been proud to host Volunteer Arlington Day, an annual tradition that engages businesses and individuals in rewarding half-day service projects throughout the community. This year, 270 volunteers are registered to volunteer at 16 nonprofit locations throughout Arlington.

Volunteer Arlington Day is produced by the Chamber's Community Action Committee and connects Arlington businesses to Chamber member nonprofits. This is a great opportunity for nonprofits to develop relationships with Arlington businesses.

Tuesday, April 23 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Event kickoff will be held at Saint Agnes Catholic Church, 1910 North Randolph Street, Arlington, VA 22207. Volunteer work will be at various project sites around Arlington.

Founded in 1924, the Arlington Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary, nonprofit organization of hundreds of businesses and thousands of professional people who are committed to the economic prosperity and civic well being of the Arlington community. The Chamber focuses on ways to make the community a better place to work, live and visit, including recognizing the men and women who contribute to the well-being of Arlington.



Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Community Map 

The Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Community Map is available at the Cary Grove Chamber today! Thanks to Lynn Caccavallo and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!

Cary Grove Area Chamber map

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. 






Owensboro Convention Center presents: the 2019 Chamber Works Expo


The 2019 Chamber Works Expo, presented by the Owensboro Convention Center, will be showcasing Chamber Members on Thursday, April 25 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. in the Owensboro Convention Center lobby. The event creates the opportunity for Member organizations to showcase their work and connect with the Owensboro community in a fun-filled setting!

The Owensboro Convention Center will host a reception featuring their best in hors d’oeuvres, complete with a cash bar. Door prizes will be given out throughout the evening and Chad Benefield of WBKR will serve as emcee.

This Chamber Works Expo is free to attend and open to the public.

2019 Chamber Works Expo Exhibitors:

  • 323 Staffing Solutions
  • Aflac Keller & Associates, LLC
  • All Care Equipment & Rentals
  • Alorica
  • Audubon Federal Credit Union
  • Big Roots Lavender Farm
  • Budget Blinds of Owensboro
  • Castlen Steel, LLC
  • Chamber Young Professionals
  • Custom Audio-Video, Inc.
  • Daviess County Diabetes Coalition
  • Daviess County Teachers Federal Credit Union
  • Disaster Team, Inc.
  • Evergreen Lawn Care Inc./Weedman
  • Express Employment Professionals
  • Fraternal Order of Police, Owensboro Lodge #16
  • German American Bank
  • Gorman Recruiting
  • Green River Area Federal Credit Union
  • Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown/Waterfront
  • Heartland Payroll and HR
  • Hospice of Western Kentucky
  • Independence Bank
  • Karen Pannell, Realtor, Home Realty, Inc.
  • Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance - Gavin C. Roberts Insurance Agency, Inc.
  • Kentucky Wesleyan College
  • KORT - Physical Therapy
  • Lifestyle Health Plans
  • Midwest Ear Nose & Throat, Head & Neck Surgery of Owensboro, PSC
  • Mr. Appliance of Owensboro
  • Nations Medicines - Highway 54
  • Owensboro Convention Center
  • Owensboro Family Pharmacy
  • Owensboro Federal Credit Union
  • Owensboro Health Healthpark
  • Owensboro Museum of Fine Art
  • Owensboro Peddlers Mall
  • PNC Bank
  • Puzzle Pieces, Inc.
  • Red Wing Shoes
  • Right to Life of Owensboro
  • Riney Hancock CPAs PSC
  • Rowland Family Dentistry, LLC
  • Ruoff Home Mortgage
  • SignPros
  • Sunrise Children's Services
  • Tanner Publishing
  • Tanner+West
  • The Arc of Owensboro, Inc./Opportunity Center Workshop, Inc.
  • The Hayden Agency - Allstate Insurance
  • The Owensboro Times
  • Trophy House, Inc.
  • U.S. Bank
  • Wendell Foster

Founded in 1913, the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce has worked for a century to provide valuable benefits and services to member business and individuals. Today, with a membership base of nearly 1000, the Chamber is a critical partner in community and business development initiatives, serving as the center of business advocacy for the Greater Owensboro region.

For more information, please contact Candance Castlen Brake, Chamber President and CEO, at (270) 926-1860.



Mississippi Scholars’ challenge: ‘Do something great’

 Lincoln County’s Mississippi Scholars — all 169 of them — walked away with more than $115,000 in scholarship money Sunday to help them pursue their dreams. The exact amount was $118,400, which came from colleges and businesses, and is part of the recognition to the graduating seniors for years of hard work and dedication.

 Students from Brookhaven High School, Brookhaven Academy, Mississippi School of the Arts, Bogue Chitto Attendance Center, Enterprise Attendance Center, Loyd Star Attendance Center and West Lincoln Attendance Center were honored during an hour-long ceremony at Easthaven Baptist Church, which was followed by a reception for the honorees, their families and scholarship sponsors. Some of the students were part of the Mississippi Scholars Tech Master program, which honors students who not only completed the rigorous academic regime but added career-tech classes as well. More than 70 percent of the jobs in Mississippi are skilled-labor positions, said volunteer Kenny Goza. Since 2005, when Goza and Kay Burton with the Brookhaven-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce started the program here, more than 1,500 students have been recognized and earned more than $1.5 million in scholarships. Mississippi Scholars’ goal is to build up students starting in the eighth grade and give them tools and encouragement that will take them on to bigger and better things after high school. Read more: Daily Leader

Town Square Publications Chamber Membership Directories, Maps 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 Or you can call John Dussman aT 847-427-4633. 

Friday, July 14, 2017

#BestChamber practices: Skokie Chamber: Multi-Chamber Networking Program; U.S. Chamber Small Business of Year Award Finalists; #FamousChamber of Commerce Quotation: (Know the GOAL!); Birmingham Bloomfield 2016-2017 Membership Directory and Community Resource Guide; Saginaw County Chamber partnership: House Action Creates Vital Job Attraction Tool for Large-Scale Projects in Communities Across the State; Hilton Head-Bluffton Chamber awarded for membership retention; The City of Hobart Celebrates Independence and Unity with Annual Independence Day Parade; Senator Tim Kaine headlines Loudoun Chamber of Commerce event, highlights health care and defense spending; Leadership Kenosha Accepting Applications for their 19th Year!; Exile to play at this year’s NIBROC Festival; Tupelo Young Professionals mix and mingle; Town Square Publications Chamber Membership Directories and Community Profiles: The best in the U.S.; Friday: 157 Rules for Executive Success in Organization Management (and your Chamber of Commerce) by Patrick McGaughey (Chamber Mentor)

Happy Friday #Chamber World! Have a GREAT weekend!

#BestChamber practices: Skokie Chamber: Multi-Chamber Networking Program



Speed Networking Events offer you a wonderful opportunity to meet many people form other chambers of Commerce in quick succession. But sometimes they can be overwhelming. In order for these events to be successful, for you, follow the rules, follow the script and be concise without going over your three minute limit per person. Thank you and happy networking!

How this works… (6 to 10 People at each table)

1. Each person has a name tag with their table rotation listed.

2. We have tried to separate you so industries are not duplicated at each table, however due to the numbers present at today’s function, please understand if there is an occasional duplication. - Remember in the chamber world, we are all colleagues, not competitors.

3. The moderator will announce each rotation, please proceed to the table number printed on your name tag.

4. Once at your table, assign a time keeper.

5. Each participant will have three minutes to introduce themselves. We have provided a script for your convenience. You do not need a script if it does not reflect the needs of you or your company.

6. The moderator will give a five minute warning before each table rotation.

7. There will be a five minute passing period in between each rotation

8. There will be (X) table rotations for today’s program (Three table rotations would be a good meeting’s worth.)

9. Please feel free to stay at the conclusion of the speed networking program so you can continue to make conections!

Introductions

Your Name
Name of Your Company
What is Your Position With Your Company
What Does Your Company Do…
What makes You or Your Company Unique
You Should Do Business With Me Because…
Chamber Member (X) Recommends Me
A Good Business Lead For Me Is…

More information: Skokie Chamber



U.S. Chamber Small Business of Year Award Finalists



The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with MetLife, is pleased to announce the finalists of the 2017 Dream Big Small Business of the Year Awards program. Awards finalists have been selected for the Dream Big Small Business of the Year Award and Business Achievement Award categories.

This year's finalists for the Dream Big Small Business of the Year Awards program include...

Small Business of Year Award Finalists
  • 3 Daughters Brewing – St. Petersburg, FL
  • Beau and Belle Littles – Loveland, CO
  • Brandhoot – Rochester, MN
  • Charter School Business Management – New York, NY
  • Cope Company Salt – Lancaster, PA
  • DHD Films – Dallas, TX
  • Ecolink, Inc. – Tucker, GA
  • GCC Technologies – Oakland, MD
  • Golden Openings, Inc. – Urbandale, HI
  • Mid-Atlantic Maritime Academy – Norfolk, VA
  • Nightlight Pediatric Urgent Care – Sugarland, TX
  • ProjectXYZ, Inc. – Huntsville, AL
  • Sage Restoration – Overland Park, KS
  • Tar Heel Basement Systems – Winston-Salem, NC
  • TerraCycle, Inc. – Trenton, NJ
  • Valsatech Corporation – Ellicott, MD
  • Xylo Technologies – Rochester, MN


Award winners will be announced at the Dream Big Awards Celebration on Tuesday, September 12 in Washington, D.C. as part of the  2017 Small Business Summit. The awards celebration will take place at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. In addition to the awards presentation, the evening will feature dinner, live entertainment, and dancing.


#FamousChamber of Commerce Quotation: (Know the GOAL!)

From Alice in Wonderland

“Alice: "Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?"
The Cheshire Cat: "That depends a good deal on where you want to get to."
Alice: "I don't much care where."
The Cheshire Cat: "Then it doesn't much matter which way you go."



Birmingham Bloomfield 2016-2017 Membership Directory and Community Resource Guide 

The Birmingham-Bloomfield 2016-2017 Membership Directory and Community Resource Guide is available at the Birmingham-Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce today! Thank you to Joe Bauman and the Chamber team for their help and direction putting this together! 









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.

Saginaw County Chamber partnership: House Action Creates Vital Job Attraction Tool for Large-Scale Projects in Communities Across the State



Helps grow good-paying jobs now; ensures Michigan isn’t left on the sidelines


The Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce, Saginaw Future Inc, and the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance were part of the Good Jobs for Michigan Coalition working to pass legislation critical for attracting new businesses or for existing companies with large scale expansions and job creation in Michigan.

The bipartisan bills, called Good Jobs for Michigan legislative package passed the Michigan House and now awaits a signature by Governor Rick Snyder, who supported this common sense, transparent bill package.

Bob VanDeventer, President and CEO of the Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce expressed his thanks to the Michigan Legislature, especially several members of the Great Lakes Bay Regional Legislative Delegation which include Senators Jim Stamas, who was a bill sponsor and Senator Ken Horn as well as Representatives Vanessa Guerra, Ben Frederick and Brian Elder, who were strong drivers of the bill package.

“The Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce was hard at work advocating for this bill package in order to put Michigan on a more even playing field with surrounding states in terms of business attraction. We have a competitive tax policy, fresh water and great work force. This legislation just provides a stronger business case for choosing Michigan.”

JoAnn Crary, President and CEO of Saginaw Future Inc. issued the following statement.

"On behalf of the economic development leaders and the diverse 65+ local, regional and statewide community, business and labor organizations comprising the Good Jobs for Michigan Coalition, we thank the Michigan House of Representatives today for passing this crucial economic development tool to attract thousands of good-paying jobs to our regions and state,” Crary said.

Both Crary and VanDeventer also thanked the Senate for their leadership in sponsoring the package, Senate concurrence, and the Governor signing the bills into law and implementing this tool that ensures Michigan can compete and build a strong economy that works for current and future generations.

Matt Felan, President and CEO of the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance added that "The Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance is committed to bringing jobs to our region. This legislation gives us a much needed tool to compete for and ultimately win projects for the Great Lakes Bay Region."

For Additional Information Contact: Veronica Horn, Senior Director Government Affairs

989-450-4750 - veronica@saginawchamber.org



Hilton Head-Bluffton Chamber awarded for membership retention


The Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce has won Membership Achievement Awards from the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.
The chamber is among the top 10 in the country for its member retention and new member retention, ranked alongside metropolitan chambers such as the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, Louisville, Ky., Cincinnati, Ohio, and Omaha, Neb. Read more: Bluffton Today

The City of Hobart Celebrates Independence and Unity with Annual Independence Day Parade
The 4th of July is no doubt the largest celebration that is observed nationwide, but for the City of Hobart, the Independence Day Parade is an event that holds special importance that is a year in the making. Each year the parade carries a different theme and this year, “America the Beautiful” was displayed proudly.

“We start planning for this parade in February,” said Lisa Winstead, Executive Director of the Hobart Chamber of Commerce. “It’s a huge group effort from the city, the city special events, the police station and the fire station and our military groups. They are all involved in planning the parade.”

The parade requires extensive planning which the Hobart Chamber of Commerce, along with dedicated volunteers, take part in to ensure the each year’s parade is greater than the last. But this year, a sense of unity and pride was expressed through the strong military presence that was seen at the parade.

“Our Grand Marshal is a WWII veteran that has done so much to make America beautiful,” said Winstead. “You will notice also that we have a strong military presence this year.”

Military men and women walked side by side carrying the American flag as crowds on either side of the street cheered, and expressed their gratitude for their service. As important as the parade is to the City of Hobart, it is a community event that brings people from all over Northwest Indiana- even the country- together to celebrate the nation’s birthday. Read more: Portage Life



Senator Tim Kaine headlines Loudoun Chamber of Commerce event, highlights health care and defense spending




Senator Tim Kaine (D-Va) spoke on his personal lessons in leadership to the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce at the National Conference Center on Monday, addressing key policy issues like health care and national defense.

As the event opened, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce awarded Sen. Kaine the Spirit of Enterprise Award in recognition of his support for economic growth with a high rate of pro-business voting in Congress.

In his subsequent Lessons in Leadership address, Sen. Kaine emphasized that leadership centers around clear goals and leverage of relationships, noting that the nation requires clear goals for health care legislation and open deliberations to build relationships between parties and with the public.

“We’re being rushed in the Senate to have a vote on a bill with no hearings,” Sen. Kaine said. “The health committee that I sit on, when the Affordable Care Act was being debated in the Senate, had 50 hearings. Even though it was a partisan vote at the end of the day, there were 145 Republican amendments that were made and accepted to the bill before it was passed. If that wasn’t bipartisan enough, doing it with no hearings and no meaningful amendment process is certainly guaranteed to be sub-optimal.”

“I think the right thing to do, take this proposal, put it in the two relevant committees, Health and Finance, and let us have hearings and let us propose amendments,” he said later.

Kaine explained how the proposed Senate health care bill could threaten local health care and the economy.

“Local hospitals have a lot at stake,” Kaine said. “If we take that much money out of the Medicaid funds, it’s going to impact individuals a lot, but it’s also going to impact health care providers. And the health care sector is the largest sector of the American economy, and it is a very large sector right here in Loudoun.” Read more: Loudoun Times Mirror





Leadership Kenosha Accepting Applications for their 19th Year!




Develop your greatest potential! Grow as a person, a leader, and as a strong role model for the greater Kenosha community!
Leadership Kenosha enhances the leadership skills of emerging and existing leaders and focuses on personal and interpersonal skills, team building, conflict management, and communication and presentation skills. The program addresses economic, social, educational, and governmental concerns, and provides a unique view of how the county works.
Learn how to cultivate positive change in our community. Join the 2017-18 Class and start making a difference! Visit our Leadership Kenosha page to download an application or learn more about the program. Read more: Kenosha Chamber

Exile to play at this year’s NIBROC Festival



The 2017 NIBROC Festival will open to the chart-topping sounds of legendary band Exile, and organizers say more announcements about musical entertainment for the festival can be expected in the near future.

Born in Richmond, KY in 1967, Exile has an impressive string of country and pop/rock hits — 17 top 20 hits on the country music charts (11 No. ones) and 15 songs that hit the pop/rock singles charts. The band’s most well known hit, “Kiss You All Over,” released in 1978, was a No. 1 single and sold over five million copies.

The band has released 17 albums, the first a self-titled effort in 1973. Exile’s most recent releases include a Christmas album from 2015 and a live performance from Franklin Theatre issued in 2014. Members J.P. Pennington and Les Taylor have also released solo albums.

“Exile features almost the entire original lineup of musicians and they never fail to deliver when it comes to their live performances,” said Bruce Carpenter, Executive Director of the Southern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. The chamber plans the NIBROC Festival.

“I think this will be a great way to kick off our festival this year. We are proud to have Exile coming to perform at NIBROC.”

Exile got its “big break” in 1967 when they served as the opening and backing band for the popular “Dick Clark Caravan of Stars” show. The “American Idol” of its time, the exposure and experience they gained doing the 15 minute opening slot backing the likes of Freddy Cannon, Bryan Hyland and B. J. Thomas was wrapped in the package of great advice, dispensed by Clark himself. After several shows Clark recognized the potential and boiled it down to the primary essence.

Band member J.P. Pennington said it seems like yesterday Clark delivered his cogent career advice.

“We had just finished a blazing show and were beside ourselves. We thought we’d done about as good a job could be done when Dick came over and gathered us around him. He looked us all right in the eye and said, ‘boys, you aren’t out here to entertain yourselves; it’s about the people who bought the tickets. Never forget your audience.’”

It’s the band’s mantra to this day. Read more: News Journal


Tupelo Young Professionals mix and mingle

Tupelo’s Young Professionals crowded Mitchell Distributing in Shannon on Thursday.

Greeted by a band, the group mingled at the kick-off event for the program, put on by the Community Development Foundation.

Molly Lovorn, director of programs and member engagement for CDF, said the group is in place to help connect, develop and serve the young professionals of Tupelo.

“We revamped TYP to be more than a social club,” Lovorn said.

She said there will be six programs available this year including two service projects and potentially some pop-up events.

Lovorn said this was the second event like this for TYP.

“It’s about having that mentor, mentee mentality,” Lovorn said.

Josh Walker, a Texas Roadhouse managing partner, said his community is passionate about connecting with the community through events like this.

“I think community involvement is important all around,” Walker said.

His coworker and local store marketing specialist for Texas Roadhouse Austin Haynie, agreed the event is a good way to connect and learn about other young professionals.

“We deal with a lot of young people at our jobs,” Haynie said.

Marley Jamison, from Mississippi Radio Group, said the events help her build relationships with potential and existing clients. Read more: Daily Journal


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



Friday: 157 Rules for Executive Success in Organization Management (and your Chamber of Commerce) by Patrick McGaughey (Chamber Mentor)


RULE #66      Price everything with today’s utility rates.



Monday, August 1, 2016

Hobart Chamber, and Crossroads Chamber Celebrate New Island Renovations; #BestChamber Practices: McLean County Chamber of Commerce: 2016 ATHENA Leadership Award® Famous Chamber of Commerce Quotations: (Commitment); Famous Chamber of Commerce Quotations: (Commitment); Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce 2016 Business Directory and Resource Guide; #BestChamber practices: Hopkins County chamber: Locate Your Business in Hopkins County, Kentucky; Seabees help repair century-old Ocean Springs depot; Frank Tamberrino, Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce: Hello Harrisonburg; #BestChamber practices: Sheboygan Chamber: Someplace Better Tour returns;

Happy Monday, Chamber World! It's going to be a GREAT week!


Hobart Chamber, and Crossroads Chamber Celebrate New Island Renovations

Zao Island has served as the home of fun in Northwest Indiana for years. Whether it’s hosting a company picnic or a birthday party, Zao Island has played an instrumental role in the lives of many citizens in the region. On the evening of Monday, July 26, the staff of Zao Island teamed up with the Crossroads Chamber of Commerce and the Hobart Chamber of Commerce in celebration of their new renovations. A brief networking session was followed by a ribbon cutting.
Debbie Ogden, Director of Sales & Events at Zao Island, said, “Today we are thrilled that the Crossroads Chamber and the Hobart Chamber have come together to celebrate the opening of the new and improved Zao Island! We’ve extended an open invitation to all Chamber members to visit our facility and network with other members, as well.”
Zao Island is celebrating its 27th year in providing fun for family members of all ages. Voted #1 in Northwest Indiana Entertainment and awarded Best Pizza in Porter County by Valparaiso University, Zao Island has become a household name. Its attractions include two mini golf courses, laser tag, Go-Karts, Colada's Restaurant, the game room, live alligators, batting cages, a giant slide, and lastly, a bounce house.
Owner Ryan Wright said, “There have been so many developments with Zao, so Debbie came up with the idea to showcase our new changes! This event is great because it’s wonderful to see everybody get together and gives us a chance to show off the new place to those who hasn’t seen it. We also get the opportunity to work with the chambers more.”Chambers of Commerce throughout the region often partner up in celebration of the success of organizations. After talking to several members, it was evident that their main goal is to make for a stronger Northwest Indiana community. The chambers work both independently and collectively to encourage the business community to work together. Both the Crossroads and Hobart Chambers serve as an inclusive entity in their communities.
Hobart Chamber Executive Director Lisa Winstead said, “The Hobart Chamber takes a regional approach. It’s important from us to support other chambers within Northwest Indiana. It benefits the whole community. The event today celebrates the successes of Zao Island, and we’re proud to be here in support of them.”

Often times, these chambers do not represent one town or area exclusively. A great example of this is the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce. In 2009, the idea of merging the Greater Crown Point Chamber of Commerce and Merrillville Chamber of Commerce arose. In 2010, this idea became a reality. By merging the two chambers together, it became more inclusive and had the ability to connect more people. Not only was this a great asset for networking, but it became a power-house chamber. Read more: La Porte County Life


#BestChamber Practices: McLean County Chamber of Commerce: 2016 ATHENA Leadership Award® 



The ATHENA Leadership Award®, presented by the McLean County Chamber of Commerce, is presented to a woman or man who is honored for professional excellence, community service and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills.

AWARD CRITERIA

The McLean County Chamber of Commerce ATHENA Leadership Award® recipients must meet the following criteria:
1. Has achieved the highest level of professional excellence.
2. Contributes time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community.
3. Actively assists others, particularly women, in realizing their full leadership potential.

COMPLETING THE FORM
Nominations for the ATHENA Leadership Award® must be submitted using this nomination form by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, August 10, 2016. Only one nomination form per nominee will be accepted.

Prior to completing this form, please submit your intent to apply with the name of your nominee via email to jessica@mcleancochamber.org by July 29.

**Helpful Tip: download and save a separate copy of the nomination form as you draft your responses and complete the online form when ready to submit your nomination.

Famous Chamber of Commerce Quotations: (Commitment)



Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. ~ Margaret Mead


#BestChamber Practices: Young Professionals of Rochester (YPR)


Wednesday August 10, 2016 9:00 AM -

Grand Traverse Pie Company - 6920 Rochester Rd. - Rochester Hills

The Young Professionals of Rochester (YPR) will consist of Chamber members who are under 40 years of age or businesses that have been operating for less than five years.

There will be five divisions of Young Professionals of Rochester including -

Professional Development
Social Networking
Mentoring Programs
Special Events
Civic/Philanthropy

Anyone in the greater Rochester area is welcome to join. Participants must be a chamber member in good standing. Business membership rates vary and student membership in the chamber is available for $75 annually and not only includes access to YPR but also the many benefits membership in the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce has to provide.

There is no charge to attend. Register




Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce 2016 Business Directory and Resource Guide

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#BestChamber practices: Hopkins County chamber: Locate Your Business in Hopkins County, Kentucky
The Hopkins County Regional Chamber of Commerce works with local and state government and economic development organizations to encourage companies and entrepreneurs to invest in our area.
Benefits of locating or starting a business here include:
  • Low utility costs
  • A ready workforce - we are an official Work-Ready Community
  • The most up-to-date education and training facilities
  • Accessibility – by road, rail, air, or barge
Learn more about doing business here! Visit the web sites listed below, or contact the Chamber for more information.
Entrepreneurs
Small business has a big impact on local economy. The Chamber regularly offers programs and seminars to help small business owners gain the information and management skills they need to be successful.
In addition to the Chamber, many regional, state, and federal organizations work to encourage entrepreneurial development and growth, including:
With a diverse economy based on healthcare, mining, manufacturing, and education, as well as thriving tourist, retail, and restaurant industries, Hopkins County is fertile ground for entrepreneurs ready to plant great ideas. More Information: Hopkins County Chamber

Seabees help repair century-old Ocean Springs depot



A century old building in Ocean Springs is getting some updates with help from military personnel.
The city’s historic train depot houses the Chamber of Commerce and a gift shop.
But the building has damage from rot and decay. WLOX-TV reports (http://bit.ly/2aelBB2 ) the city is working to fix the building up with the help of Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 27.
The Seabees are building a new wheelchair ramp and replacing rotted boards all around the building.
Lt. Matt Catanese says the volunteer work enhances the relationship between the city and the local Seabee base.
“We’re not just stationed here. Our families live here as well. We’re part of the Harrison, Hancock, or Jackson County areas. So, we like to get out and let them know that we’re not just here because we have to be, because the government says so. It’s because we like to be a part of the Mississippi Gulf Coast as well and do our part,” said Catanese.
Cynthia Sutton, executive director of the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce, said the project is a way to bring the community together while making much needed repairs to an important city fixture.
“We are definitely delighted to have the Seabees here. It just is a great partnership and it shows community involvement. Without them we probably couldn’t do as much as we’d like to do,” said Sutton. Read more: Washington Times

Frank Tamberrino, Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce: Hello Harrisonburg


Frank Tamberrino, Director of the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce, sets the context for this week’s theme: Destination Innovation. Frank talks about his career in economic development, the beginnings of the Shenandoah Valley Innovation Council, and overall business climate in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. We focus on the recent history of a renewed collaborative focus on promoting innovation in this area, including recent Start-Up Weekends (3-day business plan competitions) that produced viable businesses such as Feed the Fire and Bid Wrangler.


Listen to the 30 minute Radio Podcast Here: Hello Harrisonburg

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Join the Chamber as a NEW member, get a 16-month membership for the price of 12!  So, if you join as a new member, your renewal won’t be due until 16 months from now.  Available only to the first FIVE new members that contact Frank and mention the Hello Harrisonburg Podcast!  Call the Chamber and ask for Frank: (540) 434-3862.

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#BestChamber practices: Sheboygan Chamber: Someplace Better Tour returns


The Someplace Better Tour for HR Professionals, Recruiters and Realtors will return Aug. 16-17.

Sponsored by the Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce, the recruiting tool teaches local human resource professionals, recruiters and realtors about Sheboygan County and all it has to offer. It also provides sales and marketing training to help sell it.

Participants engage in networking activities the evening before to establish relationships. The next day, they visit local attractions, meet with community leaders and learn about topics deemed important to newcomers.

Several months in 2015 were spent hosting focus groups and listening to area newcomers of different ages, educational levels and cultural backgrounds to learn their concerns. Armed with this knowledge, the first pilot tour was created in August 2015. It was later renamed the Someplace Better Tour and expanded to include realtors.

Newly relocated employees sometimes struggle with finding their place in the community and the tour - with its focus on community activities, arts, culture, schools and housing options - provides a view of the community.

For more information visit www.sheboygan.org or email carissa@sheboygan.org. The tour is limited to 45 participants and the deadline to sign up is Aug. 10. Read more: Sheboygan Press




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