Toledo Chamber of Commerce


April 11, 2012
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April Luncheon
Advertising Opportunity - 2012 Chamber Map
Social Media... for business?ty
Leadercast - Lincoln County
Member Benefits
Mission Statement
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April Luncheon
Join us for our monthly luncheon Thursday, April 19, 2012.  11:45 AM until 1:00 PM at the Toledo Fire Station.
  • We'll hear about upcoming events & member businesses  
  • Our main speaker is Ron Young, Retired Director of Corporate Human Resources for Ralston Purina.  Mr. Young's Topic is "How to Pick the Right Candidate".  Hiring employee's is a serious and crucial part of owning/managing a business.  What do you really want and need to know about candidates?  How it can go wrong and what you can do when it does?  These are a few items we'll cover. 
Lunch, $9 paid to the Chamber, begins at 11:45 AM.  We'll begin the program at noon.

RSVP Please!  Lunch may not be available without an RSVP.

If you can't make it, send an employee representative!

 
Advertising Opportunity - 2012 Chamber Map

The Toledo Chamber of Commerce is offering our members an opportunity to make a great first impression to prospective New Residents, Existing and New Chamber members, visiting dignitaries and others. We have arranged for advertising sales to support the renewal of our FULL COLOR Chamber Area Maps!  These will be utilized for one full year from date of initial delivery.  They will contain Chamber and Community information as well as feature relocation information for prospective new residents, new businesses and many other uses to help promote Our Community, Our Chamber and Your Business.

 

There are a limited number of sponsorship positions available and they are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Our Chamber Member, Opportunity'$ Knocking LLC will be in touch with you to explain this great project.  The ad prices have been reduced this year so all chamber members who wish to participate can afford to do so!  As was the case last year you can pay for your spot in four installments and no money is required until after you OK your proof.  The prices will include all production cost for a full color presentation of your business for one full year!  This program offers an exceptional value for everyone who participates! 
Social Media... for business?  Yes!
 

Local web instructor Misty Lambrecht will provide three classes:

 

1. Social Media Basics May 7, 6 pm Toledo Fire Hall

A social network is critical to the success of your business. The marketing of your business is a dynamic and ever-changing challenge. This workshop will introduce you to social networking fundamentals such as Facebook fan pages, groups and fan development and the power of twitter and twitter search.

 

2. Blogging and Twitter May 14, 6 pm Toledo Fire Hall

Use blogs and tweets to get your message out. What is blogging? What is twitter? How can you use blogs and tweets to communicate with potential clients? This workshop will answer these questions and review the basics of these powerful internet tools. We will also explore how to connect your blogs, Facebook fan page and twitter to your web site. Learn how two-way communications through social networking can enhance your business and create leads. A brief overview of LinkedIn is also included in this class.

 

3. Social Media Advanced May 21, 6 pm Toledo Fire Hall

Google plus! Business information. Learn to use timesaving tools to speed your marketing and online social networking development. Learn how to enhance your two-way communication with clients. Learn to promote your business with client reviews, survey of clients needs, and how to handle a negative reputation online. This workshop will focus on fan and follower development and how to share your business experience, passion, and client trust in a growing online market.

 

Made possible by a grant from Bank of the West.

Please register with Celeste - 541-336-2247 x215 or events@cityoftoledo.org


Chick-fil-A Leadercast - Lincoln County
 

2012 Leadercast Comes to Lincoln County

Join other leaders in Lincoln County at a professional development event chock-full of nationally recognized authors, business leaders and inspirational personalities as the Central Oregon Coast Association presents the Chick-fil-A Leadercast on May 4 at the Shilo Inn Suites Oceanfront Hotel in Newport.

This simulcast will give area business professionals the opportunity to hear from a multitude of popular speakers on a variety of topics in one place and on one day, including Soledad O'Brien, Tim Tebow, Urban Meyer, John Maxwell and Sheena Iyengar.

Cost is just $89/person and includes a continental breakfast and lunch. The event runs from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Registration is available online at www.coastvisitor.com/chick-fil-a.

 

Why You Should Attend

  • We are all leaders! Leadership is influence, nothing less and nothing more.
  • Effective leadership is critical in our current times.
  • This event will increase your ability to influence others.
  • Connect and network with other local leaders
  • This is one day of affordable training - right where you live.
For more information and sponsorship opportunities, contact Rebecah Lutz at the Central Oregon Coast Association, 541-265-2064, 800-767-2064 or rlutz@coastvisitor.com.
Member Benefits - Are you using them?
Hot Deals... each member may create these small advertisements - copy and paste an existing ad or special.
Events... we list community events but did you know you can create your own? Check this out

In addition to your own page on the Chamber's website you can use these features anytime.  Just log-in to the members area and get the word out!  Be sure to update and add information to your web content area as well; business descriptions and keywords are important for people to find your business during internet searches.  Contact the Chamber office if you would like assistance.

 

Mission Statement:
To work in cooperation with the business community and individuals to promote Toledo as a viable place to work, to live, and to carry on business.
Chamber OfficeDon Amberg
Toledo Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 249, Toledo, OR 97391
541-336-3183