Greetings!
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The shy and
the not-so-shy who attended the after-hours event at The Computer Cafe took to
the trivia game with zest and enjoyed finding out about other attendees' businesses.
Not every networking event, though, has an exercise built in that helps you
ease into conversation. At this seminar, you will increase your confidence and credibility in any networking
situation.
Speaking
of networking, Chris Dixon of VNCH had this to say about this past Tuesday evening's
Multi-Chamber Winter Business Card Exchange: "Last night was terrific! So many people,
so many conversations/introductions and networking. THANK YOU!" Enjoy the pictures from the event (the Spring Multi-Chamber will be on April 30), including several of our
newest Chamber members.
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Upcoming Events
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To pre-register for an event, you have several options:
- Visit the Chamber's secure website to register and pay online.
- Complete the monthly event flyer sent to you by postal mail or
available on the website's events page and mail/fax it to the Chamber
with payment.
- Stop by the Chamber Tuesdays-Fridays from 9:30-2:30 and pay in person.
Once the deadline for pre-registration for an event has passed, you'll be able to register at the door for an event.
BREAKFAST MEETING:
Arlington Storefront
Improvement Program Kick-off
OR
How You May Be Eligible for an Architect's Services for FREEand Have Access to Low Cost Loans-Oh, My!
When: Thursday, February 28
from 7:30-9:30am
Hosted by: Arlington Chamber of Commerce
Where: Robbins Library, Community Room, 700 Mass. Ave.
Fee: $10/member; $20 visitor
FEE AFTER FEB. 26/AT DOOR: $15/member, $25/visitor At this breakfast meeting, learn
about Arlington's
new Storefront Improvement Program and the town's efforts to improve its
community spaces.
The Planning Department and the
Redevelopment Board will:
- Explain
how you may be eligible to participate in the new program's first phase
- Discuss
interim improvements planned for the Broadway
Plaza
in the Center
Participating banks will be
invited to:
- Outline
their new loan programs to assist business owners who want to improve their
businesses
Network with other attendees and
town officials from 7:30-8:00am over a Continental breakfast. The presentation
will begin promptly at 8:00am and will include the opportunity for questions.
Save the date!
BREAKFAST SEMINAR: Ready, Set,
Network! When: Thursday, March 6 
Sponsored and presented by: Andy Winig of ImprovAndy
Where: Robbins Library, 700 Mass. Ave.
Fee: $10/member; $20 visitor
FEE AFTER MARCH 4/AT DOOR:$15/member, $25/visitor
Learn the
skills that will make you more effective at trade shows, business networking
events, and social gatherings. This session will keep you on your toes through
interactive exercises, puzzling twists, inspiring storytelling, and a surprise
musical ending. You will learn: 1) the most important skill for effective
networking, 2) an approach for making a great first impression and 3) a simple
exercise for practicing these skills every day
Andy is a leadership trainer, business owner, and keynote speaker, as well as a Chamber member and president of Arlington's Rotary Club. Using a
unique blend of corporate and acting experience, he draws on his 15 years of
experience building and managing teams as an entrepreneur, community leader,
and high tech manager. You will learn by doing in this interactive session.
Registration for this event coming soon. Look for further details in next week's newsletter.
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Welcome Our New Members
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Meet new Chamber members here first! As members join, we will provide you with their company name, a direct link to their website and contact information, too.
- Imprintastic!, Matthew Paine, 1296A Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, 781.789.8336
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Good News to Share About Chamber Members
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Has your business got good news to share-won an award, been reviewed, appeared in the media, added a
new employee, relocated? Then shoot an email to info@arlcc.org and we'll spread
the word in our weekly email. For your information to be included it must be in
the body of the email and not in an attached document or in the body of a
newsletter. - Talk about speedy results! One week after the Constant Contact tutorial, The Arlington Shopper sent out its first e-mail campaign to a segmented section of its customer list to promote its upcoming Health, Mind and Body Issue.
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| Chamber Connections |
The Chamber is where connections are made and business happens. If you have
connected with a Chamber member at a recent event, let me know and I will share
the good news here. And if you have kudos to share about another Chamber member, send that along too!
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| Chamber Member Events |
Are you having an open house, a benefit, a wine tasting? Then send me the info
in sentence form in the body of an email and I will mention
it and include a link to your website for folks to visit.
- On Saturday
February 23 from 1:30-3:30pm, Dahn Yoga & Healing will hold "Healing Neck and Back Pain," the second workshop in a series called Healing Family & Friends. At these free monthly workshops learn home healing techniques. This month staff will teach attendees
acupressure points that are effective for releasing stress and tension that
cause neck and shoulder pain. Come on your own, or with a friend
or family member. Please call ahead to reserve your spot at 781.648.9642.
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Special Offers for Chamber Members
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Do you want to extend a special offer to your fellow Chamber members? Send it
along and we will include it.
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FYI: Members with Info to Share
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Would you
like to post a job? Are you moving? Has your business name changed? If you have
information you would like to share with your fellow members, send it along. For
your information to be included it must be in the body of the email and not in
an attached document or in the body of a newsletter.
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Critical Knowledge: Tips from Chamber Members
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Do you have critical knowledge that you would like to share with fellow Chamber members. Then include it in the body of an email and send it to the Chamber.
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| SCORE-Appointments for March |
SCORE Counselors to America's Small Business is a
nonprofit association dedicated to entrepreneurial education and the formation,
growth and success of small businesses nationwide. SCORE's national network of
retired and working volunteers are experienced entrepreneurs and corporate
managers/executives. These volunteers provide free business counseling and
advice as a public service to all types of businesses, in all stages of
development. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business
Administration. A SCORE counselor comes to the Arlington Chamber's office twice every
month to meet with Chamber members for free confidential one-hour consultations.
Once the counselor has met with you, meetings can occur more often at your and
SCORE's mutual convenience. Call the Chamber at 781.643.4600 to make an appointment. Both
members and non-members can take advantage of this opportunity; however, Chamber
members get first preference for appointments. February
- Marty Kress, Wednesday, March 5: Completely booked!
- Judy Wessels, Tuesday, March 20: 9:00, 10:00 and 1:00
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Sincerely,
Michèle M. Meagher
Arlington Chamber of Commerce
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From Michèle
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Elvis hopes you had a happy Valentine's Day. . .
Would you believe me if I told you that this hunka,
hunka of burnin' love is a Chamber
member? And that he sings really, really well?
It was quite a thrill last Valentine's Day to be
serenaded and then gifted with a gorgeous bouquet. Last year it was snowing so
hard, Connie didn't come into the office. If she had, I know she would have harmonized
with the King on "I Can't Help Falling in Love with You." Elvis, without realizing it,
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