August 26, 2009

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Auction Item Spotlight:
Create Your Own Personal Spa!    
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!
 
jetta tubCreate Your Own Personal Spa - Two Person Bath Tub
Experience ultimate relaxation with 10 back jets per person. Escape into the warmth of a Jetta tub.
 
Paradise J-24XT

72 x 46 x 29
Shape: Oval
Number of jets: 28

If you are looking for a bath with the ultimate in both design and maximum hydrotherapy power, the Paradise is the choice. A roomy 2 person bath with the "Ultimate Total Back Massage" 10-jet configuration, hip and hand jets and comfortable arm rests at each end.
 
- 28 flow-adjustable and directional jets
- Two 3 B.H.P. pumps
- (2) Air Switches (electronic on/off switch)
- (2) Tri-ssage Controls  for distinct pump flow rates
- High gloss / high impact non-porous acrylic in white, biscuit and bone (optional decorator and designer colors available)
- Totally insulated with polyurethane foam
- Non-skid bottom
- Pre-leveled base
 
Passive warm air induction... this system quietly recirculates heat from the motor back to the bathwater through the jets
 
Operating Gallons (approx.) Regular Usage: 40 gal. / Upper Body Usage: 85 gal.

Upper body jets can be shut down for operation at a lower water level
All references to horsepower in Jetta technical materials refer to brake horsepower.

Attending the auction! Get your tickets now online!
Tell us your thoughts!
Our annual membership survey has been emailed to you as well as included in the printed newsletter that is in the mail right now. We want to hear from you!!! Please fill out our survey so we can serve you better. If you haven't filled out the survey through the other two methods, please click here and fill it out now.
 
Thank you for your feedback!
Chamber Gathering Items for Troop Pack 3 herd
The Chamber's Military Affairs Council is gathering items to send overseas to members of its adopted wing at Tinker, the
3rd Combat Communications Group. The pack will be shipped the week of September 21st. Please bring items to the Chamber offices.

Items needed: Gum, sunflower seeds, hand sanitizer, small drink mix packets, candy that won't melt, beef jerky - a full list of needs from Captain Tupper should be available next week.
auction logo 2009New Video Tuesday: Auction is around the corner - what should you expect? 
 
Randy Matthews gives his take on the Annual Auction!  Watch the video and plan to attend this FUN event! Get your tickets now! 
 
See this week's video on YouTube here:  http://www.youtube.com/user/EdmondChamber
 
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!
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! 
 
mercy black
Mercy Health is the Presenting Sponsor!
 
auction logo 2009There are only seven tables left, so get your table now before it is too late!
 
Upcoming Events
Corporation Commissioner Murphy to Speak to Women dana murphy
August Women's Network Breakfast
Presented by Edmond Medical Center
 
When: Thursday, August 27, 2009 - 7:30 - 9a.m.
Where:  River Oaks 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. 
 
UCO boat houseEdmond Young Professionals Networking Event 

Come network with other Edmond Young Professionals. This is a casual event, but bring lots of business cards for the networking activity that is planned.

When: September 1, 2009, 5:30-7 p.m. 
 
Where:  UCO Boat House, Lake Arcadia -
Enter at the Edmond Park entrance which is Midwest Boulevard.  Follow the road until you see the first building. That is the boat house.

Sponsor: 4 Corners Custom Homes 
 FREE! No RSVP is required.
 
Edmond Young Professionals - Presented by: Mo Anderson - Keller Williams; UCO 
Morning Mingle Held Here!   Crawford front
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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!
Small Business Workshop - Marketing on a Dime
Presented by Edmond Life & Leisure
 
When: Thursday, September 10, 2009 - 11am-1pm; 10:45am registration
Where: Chamber Offices
Who can come: All members are invited to come. 
 
Topic: Marketing on a Dime: The Flip Side - Reaping Rewards & Revenue
                     Attendees will learn:
               1.      how social networks can create cash flow
               2.      cheap and effective marketing methods
  Speakers: Tim Priebe, T&S Web Design, Leslie NesSmith, PMS, & Jim Quillen, Connect Social Media 
   
This is a two hour workshop which provides information to help small businesses. The speakers are experts on the topic which are brought in by the steering committee to educate the group and to share their knowledge on the topic.
 
Cost: Members $15, $18 within 48 hours and $20 walk-in; non-members $20, $23 within 48 hours and $25 walk-in. Please RSVP online.  
 Welcome New Members!
 
 
Community Insurance Group of Oklahoma
P.O. Box 2532
Edmond, OK  73083-2532
 
Graco Roofing & Construction, LLC
2904 Via Esperanza
Edmond, OK  73003
 
Heartland Outdoors, LLC
1444 N. Kelly Ave.
Edmond, OK  73003
 
Metro First Realty North
121 E. Waterloo, #3
Edmond, OK  73034
 
Robyn L. Will, CPA, PLLC
941 NW 164th, Ste. 4
Edmond, OK  73013
 
Trustmark Title
3224 Teakwood Lane, Ste. 100
Edmond, OK  73013
 
Zarate's Latin Mexican Grill
706 s. Broadway
Edmond, OK  73034
 
Upcoming ribbon cuttings

All members are invited to attend ribbon cuttings!
 
- Thursday Sept. 3 10:00 am Graco Roofing (Caitlin Adams) - at the Chamber Office
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.
 
2009 Calendar
  
 
August
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.
- Register for this event now! - 
   
Business After Hours
Tuesday, September 22, 2009 - 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Oak Tree Country Club
 
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.River Oaks Country Club Register for this event now! -
 
Membership Luncheon
September 29, 2009 - 11:30-1pm
Oklahoma Christian University
- Register for this event now! -
Busines Spotlight
 
4 Corners Custom Homes
 
With over 50 years of combined experience in residential construction and community development, 4Corners neighborhoods are located in the finest school districts, boasting a relaxed atmosphere, with the most appealing landscapes.  Our homesites start at 1/4 acre and go up to 4 acres, and we are building new homes in communities including Edmond, Deer Creek, Guthrie, Choctaw and Oklahoma City.  4Corners understands homes are about more than just square feet, delivering on its commitment to family, community and the environment. 
 
"The networking opportunities and informative resources that are made available through the Edmond Chamber of Commerce are a vital part of our business. With the Chamber, we are able to reach a larger demographic, while strengthening our business development. Without a doubt, the Edmond Chamber of Commerce is the place to help you grow your business."
 
Milllie Eubanks
4corners


Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce
825 E Second St. Ste #100, Edmond, OK 73034
p: 405.341.2808 f: 405.340.5512 e: info@edmondchamber.com www.edmondchamber.com