Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce leader Bob McCoy announces retirement
After 23 years of service to the community, a longtime leader is vacating his position. President & CEO of the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce, Bob McCoy has just announced his retirement at the Chamber board meeting.
He says, “I was hired to come to Eau Claire to get the Highway 53 bypass completed. That is a huge success. The chamber is one of the top 100 in the country and I'm very proud of that. I will miss all of the people and the fact that I believe I am a resource for the Community and I will miss that."
The soon to be 69-year-old announced plans to retire on Friday, June 2, 2017. McCoy has been previously recognized for his thirty four years leading four Chambers in Rock Rapids, IA, Fairmont and Albert Lea, MN as well as Eau Claire.
It's not yet clear as to why McCoy has chosen to retire at this time, but in 2014, he was named Chamber Executive of the Year by the Mid America Chamber Executives (MACE) organization. MACE is a six state group of Chamber professionals (Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin). There are over six hundred Chambers in the six states. Read more: WEAU 13 News
Christian County Chamber Event: U.S. Sen. Rand Paul talks Fort Campbell, economic growth in Hoptown
U.S. Sen. Rand Paul believes vocal leaders in the Christian County area have pushed for issues that have recently been on his radar.
One topic in particular relates to the 2020 Census and counting in the local population any military personnel who are deployed outside of the U.S.
Speaking to community members during a meeting Monday at H&R Agri Power, the senator said he wasn’t aware of the significance of the issue until it was brought to his attention by citizens and leaders of Christian County.
“This will benefit the community and it is a good thing your leaders let us know about it,” he said to about 40 attendees. “You guys are effective at letting us know what you want.”
Paul is confident the census rule will get the push it needs to take effect.
Another way the community has let its voice be heard, Paul said, relates back to Fort Campbell. He said it is clear in Washington the support the post has from its local community, which in turn can provide security from situations like cuts.
“Fort Campbell is safe from a strategic point of view,” he said.
The meeting was hosted by the Christian County Chamber of Commerce, and President and CEO Kelli Pendleton stressed to Paul the issues and efforts currently in the area.
One major item in particular is designating the Breathitt Parkway as an interstate, she said, adding it is No. 1 from an economic development standpoint for the region currently.
Another top priority is promoting ag tourism and the agriculture industry. Job growth was also heavily stressed. Read more: Kentucky New Era
#BestChamber practices: Indy Chamber: Join the 200 Club
Creating and owning a business has long been a path to financial success and economic mobility. Business Ownership Initiative and the Central Indiana Women's Business Center, partly funded through the Small Business Administration, are helping women realize the dream of entrepreneurship and self-sufficiency everyday, but we need your support.
The 200 CLUB idea is simple: we're striving for 200 donations of $25 or more to assist 200 women on their path to business ownership. Microbusinesses collectively contribute more than $1 trillion to the U.S. economy, and your support to start female leaders on a prosperous path is needed now more than ever. In a generous show of support, The Clowe's Fund will provide a three to one match for any donation!
Help women become small business owners by visiting text.gives/200club or text 200club to 843-606-5995!
If you have any questions, please contact Jacqueline Troy at jtroy@indychamber.com or 317-464-2245.
Want to own a suite in the Virginia Beach arena? Business owners get first shot.
Is your company a Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce member with some extra cash to entertain friends, employees and clients? A suite at the planned arena near the Oceanfront might be the place for you.
The arena’s development company, United States Management, is giving members the first chance to reserve suites at the $210 million venue. They must put down a deposit by Aug. 17 , according to an email USM President Andrea Kilmer sent members Friday.
For $70,000 to $100,000, suites come with a mix of amenities, including oversized theater chairs, personalized signs and 12 tickets to all public events. Owners will be able to customize their space to their liking. Thirty suites that haven’t been reserved yet are up for grabs, according to the email.
In an interview, Kilmer said the early-bird special is a way to show appreciation to Hampton Roads business owners who have supported the arena.
“We had been asked by a lot of those people, ‘When can I buy?’ ” Kilmer said. “We wanted to reach out to those friends as a way to say, ‘Thank you.’ ” Read more: Virginian-Pilot
Lake Zurich Chamber of Commerce 2016 Community Guide & Membership Directory
#BestChamber practices: City of Ridgeland Chamber: Lunch & Learn: Overtime Basics and New Changes
LUNCH & LEARN-Overtime Basics & Recent Changes
When: Friday, August 26, 2016 11:30 AM thru 01:00 PM
Where: Cool Water Catering & Events
1011 Lake Harbour Drive
LUNCH SPONSORED BY: Wells Marble & Hurst, PLLC
For More Info: Ridgeland Chamber of Commerce
601-991-9996
admin@ridgelandchamber.com
601-991-9996
admin@ridgelandchamber.com
The Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce 2016 Community Guide & Business Directory is available at the Lake Zurich Area Chamber today! Thanks to Dale Perrin and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
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#BestChamber Event: Lindenhurst Lake Villa Chamber: 4th Annual Mud Run
ARE YOU UP FOR A CHALLENGE? DO YOU LIKE TO GET MUDDY?
Sign up for the 4th Annual LLV Chamber of Commerce Mud Run! 12+ obstacles, the Shoe Monster, Swamp, Sewer Falls and more to tease, tempt and even humiliate! Lone warriors, merry teams of challengers or families who love thrills and spills are welcome!
Start Time:
9:00a.m. and 9:30a.m.
Additional heats will be added as necessary.
On Site Registration (Morning of event)
8:00a.m.
9:00a.m. and 9:30a.m.
Additional heats will be added as necessary.
On Site Registration (Morning of event)
8:00a.m.
Event Fee Schedule
Team Price: $25.00 per person until 6/6/2016. $30.00 per person thereafter.
Obstacles:
There will be a minimum of 12 obstacles.
There will be a children’s course as well for the little ones to get dirty too.
There will be a minimum of 12 obstacles.
There will be a children’s course as well for the little ones to get dirty too.
Teams:
Why register as a team. Guaranteed to run with some of the coolest people you know. So, you’ll need bodies. So grab your friends, neighbors, co-workers, and family members and get them registered! Your team can be as big as you want as long as you’ve got at least 5 people. And remember, the only way to make sure you all get to run in the same wave is to register early and together, so don’t wait! Otherwise we can’t guarantee that you’ll be sloshing around in Mud with your friends.
To register as a team. Have team members signup for their wave individually. Then have the team captain contact Julie Pearson at Race Time let her know who is on the team and the team name. The will coordinate this to ensure that you all get to run in the same wave.
Why register as a team. Guaranteed to run with some of the coolest people you know. So, you’ll need bodies. So grab your friends, neighbors, co-workers, and family members and get them registered! Your team can be as big as you want as long as you’ve got at least 5 people. And remember, the only way to make sure you all get to run in the same wave is to register early and together, so don’t wait! Otherwise we can’t guarantee that you’ll be sloshing around in Mud with your friends.
To register as a team. Have team members signup for their wave individually. Then have the team captain contact Julie Pearson at Race Time let her know who is on the team and the team name. The will coordinate this to ensure that you all get to run in the same wave.
Children:
We plan on allowing kids under 14 to run with an adult.
They would pay full price at the time of registration since they are running the regular course.
We will have a children’s course and that price will be $5.00 per child and can be paid the day of the event.
This will be a smaller course near the beginning where the kids can have fun and get muddy like their parents.
They will need someone to watch them however.
We will have people there to supervise but not to babysit.
We plan on allowing kids under 14 to run with an adult.
They would pay full price at the time of registration since they are running the regular course.
We will have a children’s course and that price will be $5.00 per child and can be paid the day of the event.
This will be a smaller course near the beginning where the kids can have fun and get muddy like their parents.
They will need someone to watch them however.
We will have people there to supervise but not to babysit.
Proceeds:
Scholarship Fund Lindenhurst – Lake Villa Chamber of Commerce
Lindenhurst – Lake Villa Chamber of Commerce
Scholarship Fund Lindenhurst – Lake Villa Chamber of Commerce
Lindenhurst – Lake Villa Chamber of Commerce
Chamber interest: Michigan Maritime Celebration - Nothing but Pure Michigan!
August 19 - 21, 2016
Muskegon, Michigan
Join as we celebrate the maritime wonders of Michigan. From great beaches and boating, to awesome restaurants, breweries, and community events, you won’t want to miss the fun. The Michigan Maritime Celebration, held August 19 -21, 2016 along the Shores of Muskegon, Michigan. Maritime fun for everyone!
Muskegon, Michigan August 19-21
Maritime Fun for Everyone!
The Purpose of the Michigan Maritime Celebration is to enjoy what we in Michigan call the "Lake Effect". From great boating events, great eats, music and beverages to maritime history and tours, everybody can enjoy and be effected. Invite your friends and family to Muskegon, Michigan and enjoy a slice of Pure Michigan!
Schedule of Events
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