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Lexington Rockbridge Chamber: Shenandoah Valley Guide to Reopening Businesses
The “Work Hard. Work Smart. Work Safe” Shenandoah Valley Guide
to Re-Opening Businesses is a thoughtful
collaborative effort designed to provide specific measures for businesses
across multiple categories to safely reopen during these dynamic times. It will
be updated as needed. We are thankful to our partners, and know that we are
all #StrongerTogether!
Start the Recovery! Geneva Chamber Helping the Businesses
Geneva Chamber of Commerce has been assisting our members and Geneva businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic in a variety of ways.
Keeping our members informed through daily emails that contained updates on available resources including loans, passing of legislation, webinars to assist them and keeping them abreast of what the Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO), U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Illinois Chamber of Commerce has been doing on their behalf during the pandemic.
The Geneva Chamber asked members to provide assorted items that would fit into one of four themed boxes. These boxes were sold via our website and those members were then paid 100% of the items cost. The boxes sold out in less than a week.
“This was a creative way to help our members, not only put their name in front of new customers, but also provide them with some financial positivity,” said Geneva Chamber of Commerce President Paula Schmidt. “The response from the businesses and the public was overwhelming. We were happy to further our partnership with our Geneva Chamber members.”
Entering Phase 3 posed some issues for those without outdoor dining space or a way to enclose customers. The Geneva Chamber was able to offer Art History Brewing, 649 W. State St.; Cafe & Barr, 407 S. Third St.; Niche, 14 S. Third St. and Riganato, 700 E. State St. our fencing that we use for Swedish Days Craft Beer tent and Festival of the Vine.
“Going forward, we will continue to work with the City of Geneva on being a resource and asset for our members and helping the Geneva business community succeed, using our creativity to help in whatever ways we are able,” said Geneva Chamber of Commerce Communications Manager, Laura Rush.
Vacation planning – you know it’s time - (Via the Daily Herald HR dept):
Many of us are working from home. Travel plans have been cancelled. That doesn’t mean you don’t need time off. This weekend, look at your calendar and schedule some time off for no reason at all. You know I’m talking to you. The year is half over, for Pete’s sake…..
You don’t want to give up any time at the end of the year but the real reason to get moving (or relaxing) is that we all need to get away from our work. It will make us better when we return.
Don’t believe me? Read this:
Dearborn Area Chamber: Gifting Dearborn
We want to support YOU!
Open to all area businesses, Gifting Dearborn offers a one-stop shop platform for the public to purchase electronic gift cards from local businesses, like YOU, which are deposited to you bank account on PURCHASE vs. on redemption.
The Chamber is starting our “Gifting Dearborn” campaign to support all local businesses in all our surrounding cities regardless of chamber membership. After all, we're in this together!
Signing up is FREE CLICK HERE!
Oxford Lafayette County Chamber Blood Drive: WE NEED YOUR HELP!
The Chamber of Commerce/Oxford is sponsoring a blood drive on June 11th from 10:00 - 2:00 and hope you will participate.
Please click on the link below and make an appointment. You have the power to save up to 3 lives with one donation!
There is always a need for blood and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Every 2 seconds, someone needs blood. Most of us will need blood in our lifetime.
A mask is required to ensure the safety of our donors and staff. Thank you!
Vitalant has good news for potential donors!
Effective June 1, Vitalant will begin testing all successful blood donations for antibodies to SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
· It is strongly recommended that appointments are made prior to the drive date.
· Do not schedule an appointment to donate if you are sick. This antibody test does not test for the presence of COVID-19.
· Results can be viewed in your online donor account 2 weeks after you donate.
Click here to schedule your donation appointment
The Appomattox County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory is available at the Chamber of Commerce today! Thank you to John Redding and the Chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
Appomattox County Chamber Community Guide and Membership Directory
Town Square Publications 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: Batavia Reconnected
Grant information coming soon, too! This week the three organizations expect to announce a grant available to small (under 10 full-time employees) Batavia businesses. The goal of this fund is to assist approximately 50 small businesses - limited to retail, restaurant, salon and fitness/dance studios - in preparing their business to follow safety guidelines during COVID-19 pandemic regulations. Watch for details this week.
Signing up is FREE CLICK HERE!
Oxford Lafayette County Chamber Blood Drive: WE NEED YOUR HELP!
The Chamber of Commerce/Oxford is sponsoring a blood drive on June 11th from 10:00 - 2:00 and hope you will participate.
Please click on the link below and make an appointment. You have the power to save up to 3 lives with one donation!
There is always a need for blood and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Every 2 seconds, someone needs blood. Most of us will need blood in our lifetime.
A mask is required to ensure the safety of our donors and staff. Thank you!
Vitalant has good news for potential donors!
Effective June 1, Vitalant will begin testing all successful blood donations for antibodies to SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
· It is strongly recommended that appointments are made prior to the drive date.
· Do not schedule an appointment to donate if you are sick. This antibody test does not test for the presence of COVID-19.
· Results can be viewed in your online donor account 2 weeks after you donate.
Click here to schedule your donation appointment
Appomattox County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory
The Appomattox County Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory is available at the Chamber of Commerce today! Thank you to John Redding and the Chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!
Appomattox County Chamber Community Guide and Membership Directory
Town Square Publications 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: Batavia Reconnected
We've been working with the City of Batavia and Batavia MainStreet on this campaign to facilitate the re-connection of businesses with customers as we open. The outreach encourages customer confidence in your business and that of your business neighbors. Download and take the pledge now! Window clings of the pledge are available at the Batavia MainStreet office and at the Batavia Chamber of Commerce office. All documents and more information is available on the City of Batavia's website. Click here.
Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce 2020 Community Profile & Membership Directory
The Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce 2020 Community Profile & Membership Directory is available at the Crossroads Regional Chamber today! Thanks to Deann Patena 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.
Message from Indy Chamber's Michael Huber: Statement in Response to Recent Protests
May 30, 2020
“The opportunity to succeed is central to the growth of Indianapolis, and significant barriers including systemic racism threaten this opportunity. We recognize the longstanding anger and frustration that has been building in our city and our nation in response to violent acts against communities of color, and we support peaceful protests that address this injustice and call for change. When reactions turn violent, however, they not only detract from this call, they undermine the important message of the protests, and shift the focus to destruction and injury. Violent acts against fellow citizens and local businesses must not continue.
Indianapolis has proven throughout its history that in challenging times, we embrace our differences and come together to strengthen the ties between our friends and neighbors. Meaningful change must occur to build a truly inclusive economy. We can and will find peaceful resolution, but only if we work together.”
Chamber Coalition Letter on Liability Relief Legislation
Wednesday, May 20, 2020 - 12:00pm
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS:
Message from Indy Chamber's Michael Huber: Statement in Response to Recent Protests
May 30, 2020
The following statement was released by Indy Chamber President and CEO Michael Huber in response to recent protests:
“The opportunity to succeed is central to the growth of Indianapolis, and significant barriers including systemic racism threaten this opportunity. We recognize the longstanding anger and frustration that has been building in our city and our nation in response to violent acts against communities of color, and we support peaceful protests that address this injustice and call for change. When reactions turn violent, however, they not only detract from this call, they undermine the important message of the protests, and shift the focus to destruction and injury. Violent acts against fellow citizens and local businesses must not continue.
Indianapolis has proven throughout its history that in challenging times, we embrace our differences and come together to strengthen the ties between our friends and neighbors. Meaningful change must occur to build a truly inclusive economy. We can and will find peaceful resolution, but only if we work together.”
Chamber Coalition Letter on Liability Relief Legislation
Wednesday, May 20, 2020 - 12:00pm
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS:
The undersigned chambers of commerce urge Congress to pass timely, temporary and targeted liability relief legislation to provide businesses a safe harbor from unwarranted lawsuits that, left unchecked, will endanger the fight against the pandemic and undermine the safe and orderly return to work for millions of Americans.
From distillers who switched to producing hand sanitizers, to manufacturers that transformed their operations to construct personal protective equipment (PPE) and ventilators, to front line medical professionals treating the afflicted, to pharmaceutical companies that are expediting research into cures, American businesses have rallied to fight the pandemic. During the stay-at-home orders, essential businesses have remained open and innovated in ways that permitted them to continue to provide critical services and supplies. Now millions of other businesses are in the process of reopening, desiring to do so in a safe manner that protects their employees and customers.
This is an unprecedented situation and despite employers’ best efforts to comply with public health guidance, many are concerned that they will be forced to defend themselves against a wave of lawsuits. Their concern is driven by the fact that each day brings news of more lawsuits that have already been filed. That is why Congress should provide a safe harbor that holds truly bad actors accountable, but that protects those employers who are working to follow public health guidance. Specifically, temporary protections should remain in place for the duration of the pandemic crisis and response that cover:
- Businesses that work to follow government guidelines against COVID-19 exposure claims.
- Healthcare providers and facilities on the front lines of the COVID-19 response.
- Manufacturers that repurposed production and distribution to provide PPE, sanitizers, and other needed countermeasures.
- Companies that have donated their stock of supplies to hospitals and medical professionals.
- Public companies that could face securities lawsuits, including those driven largely on stock price drops resulting from the global pandemic under the spurious assertion that management failed to warn investors.
To ensure that we continue to wage war against the pandemic while also safely returning Americans to work, Congress must act without delay.
Sincerely,
Business Council of Alabama
Alaska Chamber
Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce/AIA
California Chamber of Commerce
Colorado Chamber of Commerce
Connecticut Business & Industry Association
DC Chamber of Commerce
Delaware State Chamber of Commerce
Florida Chamber of Commerce
Georgia Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii
Idaho Association of Commerce & Industry
Illinois Chamber of Commerce
Indiana Chamber of Commerce
Iowa Association of Business and Industry
Kansas Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
Louisiana Association of Business and Industry
Maine State Chamber of Commerce
Maryland Chamber of Commerce
Associated Industries of Massachusetts
Michigan Chamber of Commerce
Minnesota Chamber of Commerce
Mississippi Economic Council
Missouri Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Montana Chamber of Commerce
Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce
Business and Industry Association of New Hampshire
New Jersey Chamber of Commerce
New Mexico Association of Commerce & Industry
The Business Council of New York State
North Carolina Chamber
Greater North Dakota Chamber
Ohio Chamber of Commerce
State Chamber of Oklahoma
Oregon Business and Industry
Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry
Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce
South Carolina Chamber of Commerce
South Dakota Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Texas Association of Business
Salt Lake Chamber
Vermont Chamber of Commerce
Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Association of Washington Business
West Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce
Wyoming State Chamber of Commerce
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
#FamousChamber of Commerce Quotation: Be Happy! (via the St. Charles Chamber)
When you focus on problems, you will have more problems. When you focus on possibilities, you will have more opportunities. Dream, Wish, Make it happen.
-Unknown
Paducah Chamber Contributes to Small Business Relief Fund
The Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors recently approved a contribution of $5,000 to the city’s Small Business Relief Fund. “Small businesses make up over 80% of our total membership,” said Chad Beyer, Chairman of the Chamber Board. “The Chamber is committed to serving the businesses of this community and this is a way for us to show our support to them. We are proud to be a part of this effort and to partner with other community members to provide this financial assistance.”
Beyer said the Chamber usually celebrates the month of May as Small Business Month with a kick off at the May Power in Partnership breakfast and other seminars and special events. With COVID-19 the Chamber will not be having any in-person group meetings or events in May. “We are proud to be a part of this effort to lift up our small businesses and continue to recognize them through this contribution,” he added.
These funds will be matched by the city adding an additional $10,000 overall for the fund for the next round of grants to be distributed.
“The Chamber is our community’s number one advocate for small business,” said Mayor Brandi Harless. “Thank you for your generosity and support of our efforts to help small businesses push through these tough times. We will get through this if we work together.”
The Small Business Relief Fund is a partnership of the City of Paducah, West Kentucky Technical and Community College and the Community Foundation of West Kentucky. To donate to the Small Business Relief Fund, go to the Community Foundation’s website at cfwestky.org, call 270-442-8622 or mail to the Community Foundation, P.O. Box 7, Paducah, KY 42001.
For more information, go to paducahchamber.org, call the Chamber at 270-443-1746 or e-mail info@paducahchamber.org.
WELCOME HOME - The Nation's Premier New Resident Marketing Program for Your Chamber Members
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In addition, WELCOME HOME is distributed to local libraries, park districts, municipalities and your local chamber office.
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Don't miss this opportunity to promote your member businesses to new residents ON A MONTHLY BASIS, ALL YEAR LONG!
Mailed monthly to new movers from the previous 30 days!
They are new to the neighborhood. They have money to spend. They need your member's businesses and services.
Welcome Home Geneva
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Aurora Regional Chamber: From the President & CEO
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PCBC Collaboration: Kiwanis Club of Stevens Point Plants Pollinator Bed at YMCA Camp Glacier Hollow
Stevens Point, WI - On Thursday June 4th, members of the Kiwanis Club of Stevens Point met at YMCA Camp Glacier Hollow to plant a pollinator bed. The Club Volunteers planted 231 plants and installed a paver tile border for the pollinator bed / butterfly area. The Kiwanis Club of Stevens Point would like to give a special thank you to Camp Director, Tiffany Praeger, for accepting this opportunity when the Club presented it, as it will give the youth campers an enhanced experience. Also, a BIG thanks to Paul Skawinski, President of the Wild Ones Central Wisconsin Chapter, for the expert advice, flower lay-out, and planting help.
The Kiwanis Club of Stevens Point was organized in 1923 and is one of the oldest in the state of Wisconsin. Members are active in the community by being involved in the Make a Difference Award as well as the following programs:
· Kiwanis Kare Kits - a giving project that provides hygiene kits to at-need students within the Stevens Point Area Public School District. The kits include essential personal hygiene items that are distributed by school counselors and social workers at the elementary, middle, and high school levels.
· Nonperishable Food Collection - Each holiday season, members bring nonperishable foods to the noon lunch meetings. Donated items are given to Operation Bootstrap to help feed area families.
· Bell-ringing for the Salvation Army - Each year, club members volunteer to ring bells for the Salvation Army at various Stevens Point locations.
· Green Circle Trail - Our club keeps the Green Circle from Chase Bank to Bukolt Park litter-free. Members sign up each spring for weekly walk-throughs of this section.
For more information regarding the Kiwanis Club of Stevens Point, visit the website at: www.stevenspointkiwanis.org or like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Kiwanis.Club.of.Stevens.Point/
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