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There's lots going on this August - so read on and don't miss out! First,
mark your calendar for the upcoming mixer on August 27th. Sponsored by
KeyBank, it's sure to be a great opportunity to expand your business
connections. Thanks to sponsoring Union Institute and others, the Chamber continues to promote Shop Locally with a radio campaign that reminds residents to utilize local goods and services, and the Pick Six
promotion that provides FREE Theater Tickets to visitors or residents
who visit at least six free attractions. Taking advantage of each of
these is a win-win situation! The Central Vermont Community Profile is closing in on advertising deadlines, so reserve your space. And, with summer waining, its time to consider your fall education schedule. Check out Community College's Fall Course schedule to see if there are classes to help you hone your skills. |
 August 27 Mixer - Mark Your Calendars!
August 27th from 5:00 - 7:00 P. M. KeyBank is sponsoring a mixer at the Chamber's Office Complex in Berlin. This two-hour gathering in the Chamber conference rooms provides the opportunity to make and renew business contacts.
Presented
courtesy of KeyBank, the combination business and social
event will focus more on creating business relationships than in the past.
Vice
President Steve Gilman expressed that the tone was set at the May mixer
where it was good to see people actively
seeking out those they didn't know. He said the mixer would once again
provide businesses the opportunity to tout their services, with extra
time for some to give a 60-second commercial if their names are drawn.
"People are more focused than they were
before, less social chat and more business talk," Gilman added.
"Members have asked us for more of these opportunities, and we are
going to provide them." Reservations are not required but are greatly appreciated. RSVP by calling the Chamber at 229-5711 or by emailing cvchamber@aol.com. Get the .pdf Flyer
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Central Vermont Community Profile
Compilation of the 2009 Central Vermont Community Profile is underway.
There are still a few weeks left to reserve your company's advertising
space and support this publication. Available ad sizes and costs can
be found at profile.pdf .
This popular publication is distributed
to businesses throughout the region, as well as to town officials, legislators
and businesses looking to relocate to our area. It is also posted on
our website for added exposure! Last year's edition can
be viewed at: http://www.central-vt.com/presents/Profile.pdf
The Profile provides in depth information about our region's taxes, housing,
labor force, employment, population and much more. It includes projections
and historical data to help plan for your business. In addition, it includes
a printed Membership Directory and Legislative contact information. The
advertisers support makes it possible to provide this valuable information
on our region.
Advertising rates have remained
the same again this year! Contact Brenda at the Chamber office
at 229-5711 with any questions.
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Vist Attractions & Earn Theater Tickets
Area residents and visitors can earn $15 tickets to Lost
Nation Theater by simply visiting six area attractions.
There are 18 participating attractions, and there is no admission charge
to any of them. All 18 are free to the public. Find a complete list
and details at (Sorry, offer expired) |
Shop Locally!
Shopping locally puts dollars in the hands
of businesses that employ friends and neighbors. These are the same businesses
that buy goods and services from other local firms, repeating the cycle.
Shopping locally is good for the local community. Everyone knows it.
Everyone forgets.
Union Institute & University has
stepped up to remind residents, and it encourages others to participate
in the Central Vermont shop locally campaign.
"The evidence is clear," said institute spokesman Neal Meier. "Reminders keep
dollars in the community, benefiting both businesses and residents."
"We believe continuing this message is vitally important," Meier said. "While
Union Institute isn't likely to feel any direct impact, the economic health
of the community is critical to everyone."
Jim Kurrle of Kurrle Fuels added both endorsement and cash. He said it is such
an easy thing to do, but so easy to overlook. "I'm happy to be participating."
Additional businesses who have signed up to participate as of the end of
July include E. F. Wall & Associates,
First In Fitness,
Bill Cody - UBS Financial Broker, Denis, Ricker & Brown
and Linda Milne, CPA
All area
businesses can join the campaign by making a pledge online at cvregion.net/shoplocal. More...
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 Summer Family Picnic Enjoyed by Many
The
weather smiled on the Chamber's annual family mixer as scores
of members and friends of the Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce enjoyed hot
dogs, hamburgers and maple creemees. Sunshine and good food were followed
by a wonderful ballgame as the Vermont Mountaineers pounded Keene to snap a
prolonged losing streak. More...
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| Thanks for doing business in central Vermont.
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Brenda
Central Vermont Chamber |
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