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Board of Directors
SUE WELTON
President
First National Bank Alaska
Term Expires in 2010
JACCIE GAINES
President Elect
Mat-Valley Federal Credit Union
Term Expires in 2011
PAMELA STEPHEN
Secretary
Healing Path
Therapeutic Massage
Term Expires in 2011
David Combs
Treasurer
Combs Insurance
Term Expires in 2012
STU GRAHAM
Past President
The Alaska Club
Term Expires in 2010
CHRIS HUGHES
Director
Corporate Express/Staples
Term Expires in 2010
BILL TULL
Director
William Tull & Associates
Term Expires in 2010
TOM MYHRE
Director
Edward Jones Investments
Term Expires in 2011
RUTH VILLANUEVA
Director
In-Fu-Sions Boutique
Term Expires 2012
GENE RABUNG
Director
Spenard Builders Supply
Term Expires in 2011
Deana Moore
Director
Alaska USA
Term Expires in 2012
Jillyan Webb
Executive Director
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Upcoming Meeting
Lunch Served: 11:45 am
Location: Palmer Moose Lodge
Catered by:Karen Harris with Alaska Garden Gate B & B
Keynote Speaker: Lu Jean Fedotov, Anchorage lending Manager with Alaska Division of Investments - Small Business Loan Programs available
The Alaska Division of Investments' primary responsibility is to administer and service twelve state loan programs under the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development. These programs were primarily designed to promote economic development through direct state lending in industries that are not adequately serviced by the private sector. Active lending is currently available in five of our programs: Commercial Fishing, Fisheries Enhancement, Small Business Economic Development (SBED), Rural Development Initiative Fund, and Capstone Avionics.
Business Spotlight: Wes Clanton -American Cancer Society
Welcome and Announcements:Chamber President, Sue Welton, First National Bank Alaska
Greeter: Pamela Stephens with Healing Path Thereputic Massage
50/50: Deana Moore with Alaska USA
50/50 Total: $81.50. to start with 10 marbles left in the bag
Program: $4.00
Lunch: $13.00
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Chamber Announcements
GPCC Annual Meeting - Save the Date
The Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce will be holding there Annual meeting, Wednesday, February 24th at the Moose Lodge, more details to come.
GPCC Board Meeting
The Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce will be holding there board meeting, Friday, January 15th at the Red Beet from 8:00am-10:00am.
 2010 Mayor's Ball - January 30th
Join the Palmer, Wasilla, Houston and Mat-Su Borough Mayor's in an evening of fun and help fight hunger in the Valley.
Live Music By: Bill Tull's Big Band
Saturday, Jan. 30th from 8:00-11:00pm at the Palmer Moose Lodge
Tickets $25 or purchase a table of 8 for $120 (if purchasing online a small ticket fee will apply)
All proceeds to benefit the Food Bank. Bring in 2 cans of food & Recieve a Door Prize Ticket.
For more information call 907-745-2880 or click here to purchase tickets
E-News
Got an event? Make sure to get it in our E-News.
To get exactly what you want in the Weekly E-News please submit your exact copy in a plain text, e-mail form only to director@palmerchamber.org
Who, What When Where Why and How Much: Include the member name, event or offer, date, time and place, short description, contact information, what's the benefit, why attend, etc. To publish exactly what you want it to say.
We often cannot copy and paste from other formats such as PDFs or E-News templates. This will save time and get more responses for YOU!
Speaker & Business Spotlight Openings for 2010
Do you wish to update the Palmer Chamber membership on your product or service? Do you have an important message? Reserve today by calling the Chamber office at 745-2880. Now scheduling Febuary and March
Speaking opportunity: 30 minutes
Business Spotlight: 5 minutes max
Door Prizes
The GPCC is now limiting our door prize give-always to 5 items per meeting, in order to keep our program to 1 hour and accommodate your work schedules. All items brought to the meeting after our initial 5 will be carried over to our next meeting. Thanks for your support!
Speaking opportunity: 30 minutes
Business Spotlight: 5 minutes max
Door Prizes
The GPCC is now limiting our door prize give-always to 5 items per meeting, in order to keep our program to 1 hour and accommodate your work schedules. All items brought to the meeting after our initial 5 will be carried over to our next meeting. Thanks for your support!
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GPCC Member Annoucements
Nu-2-U Fashions Has RelocatedNU-2U FASHIONS HAS OPENED IN NEW LOCATION!!! OFF PALMER/WASILLA HWY @ BRENTWOOD PLAZA NEXT DOOR TO LAKES MEDICAL AND NEXT TO MATSU SERVICES...HAVING SALES FOR XMAS...ROAD FRONTAGE AT LIGHT SHENNUM & PALMER/WASILLA HWY... KIDDY KORNER FROM NORTHSTAR BAKERY COME SEE US!!!!!!!!! Call 907-715-8141 visit NU-2-U Fashion on facebook or www.myspace.com/nu2ufashion
Jr. Achievement Bowl-A-Thon
Junior Achievement is having a bowl- a thon on Feb 6th at 3pm at North Bowl. We are looking for teams of 5 to participate in this great event. Jr. Achievement is a non profit organization that promotes educating young people about economics and money. All the funds we raise stay in the valley. We have 20 programs planned for the spring in the Mat-Su School District. This is a fun event and a great way to get to spend some times with your friends or co workers. The theme this year is "showing your pride...company's logos" If you have any questions or would like to participate please Contact Erika Bills at 907-232-5899, 907-376-0369 or email bills.erika@nrim.com
Dorothy A. Jones Volunteer of the Year Award 2009 United Way of Mat-Su established the Dorothy A. Jones Volunteer of the Year Award in 1992 to honor the memory of Dorothy Jones, a foremost community leader whose dedicated service helped to improve the quality of life for Mat-Su residents. To the end of her life, Dorothy served on the United Way of Mat-Su Board of Directors in addition to her many other areas of service. We are currently accepting applications for nominees for the 2009 Volunteer of the Year through February 15, 2010. Awards luncheon to be scheduled for March 2010. Please document the volunteer contributions made by the nominee, using no more than two pages, but no less than one page. Include the name(s) of organizations served, date(s) of service, and a narrative statement describing how the nominee's volunteerism has helped to improve the quality of life for Mat-Su residents. To download the nomination form visit http://www.unitedwaymatsu.org/docs/NomForm2009.doc If you need any other information please contact Linzi at 907 373 5802 or email lrothermel@unitedwaymatsu.org PLEASE TAKE A FEW MINUTES TO NOMINATE A WONDERFUL MAT SU VALLEY VOLUNTEER!
Valley Performing Arts - Upcoming Play
Opening next friday January 15th at Valley Performing Arts is "I Hate Hamlet" This play is one filled with laughter. If you are not a fan of Hamlet you will love this play and if you are a fan of Hamlet you will love this play. Picture a tv star who's agent request he do Hamlet, now picture the ghost of a famous actor who was known for doing Hamlet well, entering his life. The ending result is laughter. Buy your tickets now either online at www.valleyperformingarts.org or by phone 373-0195 M-F 11-3. Valley Performing Arts - Marketing Director Opening
Join a progressive team of individuals dedicated to advancing the cultural and intellectual spirit of the community! Valley Performing Arts is looking for a motivated, energized, and creative individual to become its marketing director. Responsibilities include organizing and overseeing all aspects of publicity and promotion regarding the theatre productions, community programs, and special events including print, broadcast, and digital media. The marketing director is a key player in VPA's program to maintain the relationship with existing theatre patrons and sponsors as well as continued outreach to new vendors and prospective theatre clients. Prospective applicants will have at least three years experience in a marketing and/or promotional position with a demonstrated ability of having managed successful marketing efforts including meeting targets and progressive growth. An undergraduate degree in marketing or business is preferred; years of experience will be considered. An outgoing, friendly personality and the ability to work cooperatively with volunteers is a must. Familiarity with the Mat-Su business community is a plus and knowledge of the theatre environment would be helpful. Professional references will be required. Further information about VPA may be found at www.valleyperformingarts.org You may submit your information electronically to vpa@mtaonline.net, via fax to (907) 373-0160, or by mail to: Valley Performing Arts Attention: Human Resources 251 West Swanson Wasilla, Alaska 99654
FREE Toma Research Seminar
How many consumers can recall the name of your business?
76% Could Not Name An Attorney
65% Could Not Name A Chiropractor
46% Could Not Name A Plumber
"If your business doesn't come to mind, consumers won't come to you."
The Anchorage Daily News Invites you to attend a Lunch Seminar Featuring Mark Rood, President of TOMA Research, an expert on Top of Mind Awareness Advertis¬ing. He will be introducing the results of the Mat-Su TOMA Research Study. You'll learn how you rank in surveyed lo¬cal business categories and how to keep your business at the top of your consumers' mind.
Thursday, January 21st, 2010
Small Lunch 1:00pm
Presentation & Questions: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Evangelo's Restaurant 2530 George Parks Highway, Wasilla
R.S.V.P. by January 20th
Heather Stark 352-6723 or email: hstark@adn.com
Free Buy Alaska Workshop
Alaska Small Business Development Center will offer a workshop entitled, "Get Your Business Online with BuyAlaska.com" on Friday, January 15, 2010, from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the SBDC office located in Wasilla. This workshop is free of charge but pre-registration is required. Registration can be completed online at http://aksbdc.ecenterdirect.com/ or call the SBDC directly at 373-7232.
BuyAlaska.com invites Alaskans, visitors, and those who have always wanted to come to Alaska to use BuyAlaska.com to search for products and services before buying Outside! BuyAlaska.com is an extensive online database of Alaskan businesses and the site is always 100% FREE! Come to this presentation to learn how your business can benefit from joining the database. Whether your business has never been online or has a successful website, BuyAlaska.com can fuel your internet traffic and boost sales. After the presentation there will be an opportunity to immediately add your business to the online database.
DQ Grill & Chill
Here are two great opportunities for you.
Get 10% Business Lunch Discount cards for you and your staff from the chamber office or contact Sharon Welker at 907-440-6000
Fundraising??? Raise some money with the DQ Grill & Chill Fundraiser card. Valued at over $60.00 with a suggested retail price of $10.00 this is a great way to raise some money.
DQ Grill & Chill Take Over! Have your organization take over a night at DQ to raise money for your non-profit or organization. Take over nights are available from Sunday- Thursday.. There easy and DQ will help you with all the logistics. Custom Banner's by Qwick! SignsGet your Custom Designed Banner starting at $99.00 with your Palmer Chamber discount. Call Paxton at Qwick Signs today 232-8048 News from McCool Carlson Green Architects - FIRST LEED CERTIFIED SCHOOL IN ALASKAAnchorage, Alaska, December, 2009 - The Fred and Sara Machetanz Elementary School in Wasilla, Alaska is the first school in the state to receive the US Green Building Council's LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification. The Matanuska-Susitna Borough recently adopted policies requiring public schools to achieve LEED certification for all new construction. The USGBC program has 4 award levels: basic certification, Silver, Gold and Platinum ratings. Although the policy was not adopted until after the design was substantially complete, Machetanz Elementary was able to achieve a LEED Silver rating. LEED for Schools is still in its infancy in Alaska, but school districts across the state are progressively seeking solutions to address energy use and environmental quality. The new Su Valley High School is also seeking LEED certification. Machetanz Elementary School was designed by McCool Carlson Green Architects. McCool Carlson Green is a leader in green building design in Alaska with 7 projects currently seeking LEED certification and 3 LEED Accredited Professionals on staff, including the USGBC Green Schools Advocacy Chair for the State of Alaska, Jason Gamache. McCool Carlson Green has been committed firm-wide to sustainable design and the implementation of green building practices in Alaska's challenging environment for more than 3 decades. www.mcgalaska.com Collins Construction of Wasilla, Alaska was the General Contractor. . |
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