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Auction Item Spotlight:
Let Your Government Serve You....! Greetings!
Each week, as we count down to the Annual Auction on September 18, we will feature a unique auction item. This will give you a chance to get a sneek peak at this year's amazing event!
 Let Your Government Serve You....Join Congresswoman Mary Fallin and Edmond Life & Leisure Publisher Ray Hibbard, and wife, Jennifer, as they host you for an unforgettable evening in the Hibbard's home. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for you and seven of your closest friends to enjoy a fun-filled evening with the movers and shakers from Edmond and Washington. This dinner is priceless!!! |
New Video Tuesday: Check out this funny video of Ray discussing his membership!
Ray Hibbard tells how the Chamber has helped his business in his own, fun way! Watch the video and enjoy a laugh!
These videos are funny, informative and will let you know about upcoming events or just tell you how the Chamber is helping local businesses. We hope you will watch these and give us feedback!
Also, let us know what you would like to see on upcoming videos! |
Congresswoman Mary Fallin to Speak August 18 at Luncheon
The Membership Luncheon will feature Congresswoman Mary Fallin who will discuss key business issues being discussed in Washington such as "Card Check", Healthcare, Cap & Trade and Stimulus.
The luncheon will be on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at Oak Tree Country Club from 11:30 -1 p.m. The August luncheon's presenting sponsor is AT&T with MidFirst Bank as the Gold host sponsor. The cost is $20 for members and $22.50 for non members. Cost at the door is $28. Please make your reservation online. |
 Showcase Your Company or Sponsor the Auction
The Edmond Chamber is now taking donations for the Annual Auction. Think cool, unique items! Contact Amanda Bowen to discuss your great addition to this year's fun event!
2009 Annual Chamber Auction Remaining Sponsor Levels 
Mercy Health is the Presenting Sponsor!
Live Auction Sponsor at $2,500 - One availableBenefits for Live Auction Sponsor - - Company's name/logo listed on the invitation and first page of catalog - Company representative to introduce auctioneer - Company name/logo on PowerPoint featured throughout evening - One (1) reserved auction table of eight with preferred seating at event - Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the program, including the Chamber's e-news and website  Silent Auction Sponsor at $2,500 - One availableBenefits for Silent Auction Sponsor - - Company's name/logo listed on the invitation and first page of catalog - Company representative to announce the closing of silent auction tables throughout event - Company name/logo on PowerPoint featured throughout evening - One (1) reserved auction table of eight with preferred seating at event - Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the program, including the Chamber's e-news and website Dessert Sponsor at $1,500 - One availableBenefits for Dessert Sponsor - - Company's name listed in the catalog and on the dessert table stanchion - CEO or company representative recognized from the podium - Company name/logo on PowerPoint featured throughout evening - One (1) reserved auction table of eight with preferred seating at event - Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the program, including the Chamber's e-news and website | |
Get Marketing Advice at Lunch & Learn 
When: Thursday, August 13, 2009
**Please Note Time Change 11:30-1 p.m.
Where: Chamber Offices
Who can come: All members are invited to come. The target audience for Lunch & Learns are small businesses.
Topic: Marketing on a Dime: The Heads Up on Economical Advertising
Conversation starters: Tim Priebe, T&S Web Design, Leslie NesSmith, PMS and Jim Quillen, Connect Social Media
Attendees will learn:
- how social networking can work for them
- how to define their target market
- inexpensive ideas for promoting their business
About this event: This is an open forum of discussion which provides information to help small businesses. 'Conversation starters' are brought in by the steering committee to get the discussion started among the group and to share their knowledge on the topic. Participants may bring their own lunch and the Chamber will provide refreshments.
FREE! No RSVP! |
 New Teacher Reception
Presented by Francis Tuttle Technology Center
Come and welcome new teachers/professors at Edmond Public Schools, UCO, OC and Francis Tuttle Technology Center.
When: Thursday, August 13, 2009, 5:30 - 7 pm
Where: Oak Tree Country Club, 700 W. Country Club Drive, Edmond, OK 73083
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Corporation Commissioner Murphy to Speak to Women 
August Women's Network Breakfast
Presented by Edmond Medical Center
When: Thursday, August 27, 2009 - 7:30 - 9a.m. Where: River Oak Golf Club
Speaker: Corporation Commissioner Dana Murphy Sponsored by: Copper Lake Estates Women's Network Breakfast is a great place to meet business women. This event features programs and speakers specifically tailored to women in business. The breakfast begins with a fun networking game from 7:30-8a.m. which allows attendees to meet and get to know each other. The speaker will start at 8 a.m. Cost: $13 members - $15.50 non members
Please register online! You must click the "Register now" button to register. You will receive a confirmation email when you have registered. If you did not receive a confirmation email, you are not registered. Registering for an event is a monetary commitment. If you RSVP within 48 hours of the event you will be charged $18. If you walk in to the event you will be charged $21. You MUST RSVP online before 48 hours in advance to avoid penalty.
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 Edmond Young Professionals Networking Event
Come network with other Edmond Young Professionals.
When: September 1, 2009, 5:30-7 p.m.
Where: UCO Boat House, Lake Arcadia
Sponsor: 4 Corners Custom Homes
FREE! No RSVP is required.
Edmond Young Professionals - Presented by: Mo Anderson - Keller Williams; UCO |
Morning Mingle Held Here! 
Presented by Allegiance Credit Union
Morning Mingle will be held at this Colorado Ski Lodge inspired location which is the Crawford Family Funeral Home. It is Edmond's newest funeral home with a unique, bright, homey feel that you have just got to see! View more pictures. Morning Mingle is a casual networking event hosted at a member business.
When: Wednesday, September 2, 2009 - 8 - 9:30 a.m.
Where: Crawford Family Funeral & Cremation Services, 610 NW 178th, Edmond
FREE! No RSVP! |
Welcome New Members!
Creative Photo Video, Inc.
5845 N.W. 72 Pl.
Oklahoma City, OK 73132
Hip & Swanky LLC
1247 E. Danforth
Edmond, OK 73034
Restore Plastic Surgery Center
3824 S. Blvd.
Edmond, OK 73013
Upcoming ribbon cuttings
All members are invited to attend ribbon cuttings!
- Thursday August 20 2:30 pm Waddell & Reed (Nellie Green) - 1425 S Fretz Ave
- Tuesday August 25 3:45 pm Integris Family Care Coffee Creek Clinic (Monell Winsell) - 2916 N. Kelly Ave.
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Board of Advisors Mo Anderson, Keller Williams
Arvest Bank
Bank of America
Chase Bank
Deaconess Family Care
The Edmond Sun
Edmond Electric
First Commercial Bank
Integris Health
Kirkpatrick Bank
OGE Energy Corp.
Oklahoma Municipal Power Authority
Pelco Products, Inc. |
The Edmond Area Chamber Of Commerce Is Dedicated To:
Creating a Strong Local Economy
Promoting the Community
Providing Networking Opportunities and Business Contacts
Representing Business Interests to Government |
| Important Links
Members can share information and promotions with other members on this page. Please send your information to info@edmondchamber.com with Our Member's Announce in the subject box.
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| 2009 Calendar
August
Lunch & Learn Thursday, August 13, 2009 - 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m. New Teacher Reception - Thursday, August 13, 2009, 5:30 - 7-pm, Oak Tree Country Club - Register for this event now! - Edmond Young Professionals Community Service Event
August 14, 2009, 1-4p.m. UR Special
Membership Luncheon - Congresswoman
Mary Fallin
August 18, 2009 - 11:30-1pm
Women's Network Breakfast
Thursday, August 27, 2009 - 7:30 - 9a.m.
River Oaks Country Club
September
Edmond Young Professionals Networking Event
Tuesday, September 1, 2009, 5:30-7 p.m.
UCO Boathouse
Morning Mingle Wednesday, September 2, 2009 - 8 - 9:30 a.m.
Crawford Family Funeral Home
Small Business Workshop
Thursday, September 10, 2009 - 11-1 p.m.
At the Chamber.
Edmond Chamber's Annual Auction!
Sept 18, 2009, Oak Tree Country Club, 6:30pm
Women's Network Breakfast
Thursday, September 24, 2009 - 7:30 - 9a.m.Oklahoma Christian University
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| Busines Spotlight
Oklahoma Fidelity
Oklahoma Fidelity Bank is a division of Fidelity Bank and is a 4th generation family business. In 1942 Homer C. Bastian, purchased one-half interest in the Fidelity Investment Company specializing in mortgage lending. Homer Bastian's son, Marvin joined his father at Fidelity as a mortgage counselor in 1946. Homer and Marvin Bastian purchased the company's remaining stock in 1947 and the company continued to evolve. Marvin Bastian's sons joined the company - Clark in 1976 and Clay in 1980, and now Clark's son Aaron Bastian serves as the Oklahoma area president for Oklahoma Fidelity Bank.
Oklahoma Fidelity Bank offers an array of quality personal and business banking products and services. A competitive 2.00% rate is currently being offered on the new Money Market XTRA account. Customers can receive a 25 basis point bump on the Money Market XTRA APY when a checking account is also opened.
"The Edmond Chamber is important to Oklahoma Fidelity Bank because it provides opportunities for our employees to meet new people and businesses owners in the Edmond Community. Being involved with the Chamber has helped our bank to engage with the community and show our commitment to the betterment of Edmond."
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