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| Valpo Chamber Approves New Strategic Objectives | |
 In May, the Valpo Chamber Executive Committee hammered out a new set of strategic objectives that has since been approved by the Board of Directors. When accomplished, over the next several years, these strategic objectives will make the Valpo Chamber
a stronger and more dynamic membership-based business organization.
Valpo Chamber Strategic Objectives:
· Improve communication by surveying the membership to find out what our members feel is important.
· Engage the Valparaiso City Council on Chamber programs and initiatives.
· Advocate priority in spending proceeds of $185 million resulting from the sale of Porter Hospital.
· Inform the membership of the importance of Porter County Regional Airport and its impact on industrial expansion and job growth.
· Expand advocacy on state legislative issues impacting Valparaiso businesses.
· Increase dialogue with federal elected officials for business, city, and regional projects.
· Use 100-year Chamber Anniversary, in 2012, to build new resources and membership numbers.
· Engage Valparaiso School system on capital expenditures for needs of K-12 schools.
For nearly a century, the Greater Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce has been promoting the interests of its members by providing the highest quality information, advocacy, networking opportunities, and member services.
Click here to read the latest blog about the new strategic objectives! |
| Disney Institute Coming to Valpo Chamber! | |
The Valpo Chamber is buzzing about a certain mouse coming to Valparaiso! On Tuesday, August 16, the Valpo Chamber will host Disney Institute.
Disney's Approach to Business Excellence is an exciting workshop for any business professional in any industry. The one-day seminar is divided into four sessions: Leadership Excellence, People Management, Quality Service, and Brand Loyalty.
This full-day event will be held at Valparaiso University Harre Union from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The cost of attending the event is $400/per person. Payment options are available. Registration is available online or call the Chamber at (219) 462-1105. |
| 44th Annual Community Improvement Awards Celebrate Commitment to Valparaiso | |
The Valpo Chamber and the City of Valparaiso recognized 10 local businesses for their commitment and investment in Valparaiso by awarding them with a 44th Annual Community Improvement Award. A luncheon, sponsored by Porter Health System, was held July 6 to honor the recipients and their projects that improve our city.
These projects join the more than 200 properties that have been recognized since the awards program began in 1967. Community Improvement Awards are based on the visual impact of exterior appearance and are judged on the following criteria: enhances the attractiveness of Valparaiso; compatible with the area and environment; creativity/innovation in both design and use of materials; enhances the quality of life and promotes pride in Valparaiso; and makes a commitment to Valparaiso's future.
Winners include:
Family Express Corp., 213 S State Rd 49
Growing Kids Learning Center, 3400 Campbell St
Martin Binder Jeweler, Inc., 23 Lincolnway
St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church, 1604 Lincolnway
State Farm Insurance-Rob Rudakas, 835 Lincolnway
Social Security Administration, 1250 Eastport Centre Dr
Taltree Railway Garden & Depot, 71 N 500 W
Tech Credit Union, 370 Morthland Dr
Valparaiso Fire Department, 205 Indiana Ave
Valparaiso University Heritage Hall, 510 Freeman St
The Valparaiso Historic Preservation Commission also presented its Heritage Award for Historic Preservation at the luncheon. This award is given to the owner of a building whose construction or renovation efforts result in significant enhancements reinforcing the historic character of Valparaiso. Recipients were Martin Binder Jeweler, Inc. and Valparaiso University Heritage Hall. |
| Valpo Chamber 10th Annual LuWow! | |
 Get ready to take off! The 10th Annual Valpo Chamber LuWow, held at the Porter County Regional Airport is almost here! Get your tickets now for this can't-miss event to be held on Friday, August 5, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Enjoy this entertaining evening under the stars featuring live music, dancing, and the great tastes of Pikk's Tavern.
Join the fun! Click here for tickets to this casual party where members, spouses, friends, and the community connect. Rain or shine; must be 21. For additional information, contact the Chamber office at (219) 462-1105.
Presenting Sponsor: Porter Health System. Featured Sponsors: Centier Bank, Frontier Communications, Teachers Credit Union. Contributing Sponsors: 1st Source Bank, Citizens Financial Bank, Comcast Business Class, Harris N.A., Laciak Accountancy Group PC, REGIONAL federal credit union, The Times Media Company, Uzelac & Associates, Inc. Supporting Sponsors: Berglund Construction, Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP, Hoeppner Wagner & Evans LLP, Horizon Bank, MacLennan & Bain Insurance, Peoples Bank, Rittenhouse Senior Living of Valparaiso, and Scannell Wealth Management Group. |
| FunDay Golf Classic Once Again Successful | |
 Over 180 participants gathered for the annual Valpo Chamber FunDay Classic Golf Outing at The Course at Aberdeen, and enjoyed a day filled with spectacular weather, fun, and relaxation. The premier golf event provided members with an opportunity to allow themselves, their business associates, and good friends to a great day of golf. Golfers were treated to opportunities to win great prizes, special games, and 18 holes of golf on a beautiful course. Highlights of the day included:
1st Place - Golden Technologies (Steve Massa, Steve Dalton, Dave Lomaka, Terry Peek)
2nd Place - Horizon Bank (Dave Rose, Kent Mishler, Mark Ritzi, Jeff Spencer)
3rd Place - Steiner Homes (Dan Steiner, Joe Despoy, Gary Bigott, Dave Gring)
Women's Closest to the Pin - Joni Troy
Men's Closest to the Pin - Dave Ramsey
Women's Longest Drive - Shelley Wilson
Men's Longest Drive - Tim Donnelly
Women's Longest Putt - Marci Crozier
Men's Longest Putt - Mark Ritzi
The generosity of our sponsors is always outstanding and the FunDay Classic was no different. Thanks to Presenting Sponsor: Porter Health System. Featured Sponsors: 1st Source Bank, Centier Bank, Citizens Financial Bank, Comcast Business Class, Frontier Communications, Harris N.A., Laciak Accountancy Group PC, REGIONAL federal credit union, The Times Media Company, Teachers Credit Union, and Uzelac & Associates, Inc.
Contributing Sponsors: Berglund Construction, Burke Costanza & Carberry LLP, Duffy's Place, Hoeppner Wagner & Evans LLP, Horizon Bank, MacLennan & Bain Insurance, Peoples Bank, Rittenhouse Senior Living of Valparaiso, and Scannell Wealth Management Group.
Hole Sponsors: Chester, Inc., Design Organization, Franciscan Express Care/Working Well, Golden Technologies, Inc., Holladay Construction Group, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance, Indiana University Health LaPorte Hospital, Kauffman Chiropractic, Metro Auto Recyclers, North Coast Distributing, Inc., Simko Signs, Star Disposal of Indiana, and Universal Restoration Services. |
| RIBBON CUTTINGS/GRAND OPENINGS/OPEN HOUSES | |
Frontier Communications 2401 Chicago St
(219) 309-4154
Telephone Products/Services
On June 23, Frontier Communications celebrated its1st Anniversary with a ribbon cutting and open house. Frontier Communications is the largest pure rural telecommunications carrier in the United States. Frontier's services include voice, high-speed internet, satellite video, wireless internet data access, data security solutions, bundled offerings, specialized bundles for small businesses and home offices, and advanced business communications access solutions for medium and large businesses. For additional information, visit www.frontier.com. |
| BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE REPORT | | |
To better serve its members, the Valpo Chamber now subscribes to the Business Intelligence Report, a nationally distributed, quick-read resource that provides business professionals with the latest strategies, trends, tips and news for today's business. Each issue contains:
- Business strategies to help our members run their businesses more effectively.
- News and research from today's best business sources.
- Cutting-edge trends and legislation information to keep you aware of the changing business climate.
- The best ideas from business experts - ideas our members can apply to their own businesses.
Click here to read the July 2011 Business Intelligence Report. |
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| UPCOMING EVENTS | |
Thursday, July 14 
Thursday, July 21
Business After Hours
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
3175 Indian Summer Circle
Wednesday, August 3
A.M. Valpo
7:00 a.m.
Ribbon Cutting
4:30 p.m.
3400 Campbell St
Friday, August 5
LuWow!
7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
4207 Murvihill Rd
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