Letter from the President
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Letter from the President, Michael Deluise
"What is the best way for me to make a positive impact?" That's the most frequent question we get asked at the Melville Chamber of Commerce (second only to "How can the Chamber help get my company more business?).
Actually this is the perfect time of the year for each and every one of us in the business community to make a most effective impact on our corporate and personal way of life. In fact, even if you do nothing at all you will be solidifying your future along with that of your family, employees and neighbors. In many ways the future is all up to you.
On Tuesday, November 2, 2010, Long Islanders join citizens throughout America casting votes in support of those they feel can best serve as dedicated and effective elected officials. This once a year opportunity to control our future is often minimized by those who underestimate the value of their single vote.
The right to vote is something we should appreciate and utilize as the important tool of democracy that it is. We owe it to ourselves to make ourselves smart before we fill in our ballot. Learn about the issues. Get to know the strengths and weaknesses of the candidates. Then schedule the brief amount of time to visit your local polling place on Election Day.
At times our local issues seem to be overshadowed in the media by national and state issues yet our daily lives are often most impacted by the leaders we vote into local office. If our sewers, schools and traffic lights are not working we need elected officials who are familiar with our community and willing to put in the effort fix what's broken.
At the Chamber we expect out elected officials to understand the needs of our families and businesses. We expect them to work tirelessly doing everything in their power to solve problems, support the goals of our community and help us grow and prosper. If they cannot do that then we will look for other leaders.
And the same goes for those expecting to win our votes for state and federal office. Along with doing what is best for the nation and state they must do what's right for those who trust them by voting them into office.
The Melville Chamber does not endorse any individual candidates. We suggest you learn as much as possible about each candidate. Do not overlook those running for local office. Whenever possible meet the candidates. Several times if possible. Ask questions. Then make your decisions picking those who you believe in your heart will do the best job throughout their terms of office.
On November 2, 2010 you can make a difference by being an educated voter empowered to create the future you decide on.
Best regards,
Michael Deluise
President
Melville Chamber of Commerce
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| Upcoming Events |
Membership with the Melville Chamber of Commerce provides ample opportunities for networking with other business professionals through a broad range of programs and events. Save The Dates And Mark Your Calendars
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Upcoming Events
Business Breakfast Series
October 12, 20108:30-10:00AMPlace: The Inn At Fox Hollow
Fox Hunt Room
  Rob Fishman, Partner
Sander TrainingMore info
_______________________________________________ Business Before Hours Come by and welcome one of our newest members.... Ribbon Cutting Celebration! October 13, 2010Place: Cheeburger Cheeburger - FarmingdaleMore info_______________________________________________
October 19, 2010
Place: Palmer's American Grille - Farmingdale
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 Date: Wednesday, October 20, 2010Time: 1:00-6:00PMReserve Your Table Today!
**There are tables still available, so please reserve as soon as possible. They are going fast....More info______________________________________________Business After Hours Come by and welcome one of our newest members.... October 27, 2010Place: Walt Whitman BirthplaceMore info
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New Member Orientation
November 2, 2010
Place: Holiday Inn - Plainview
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Employment Law
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Column is sponsored by Jackson Lewis
Employment Law
NCAA'S New Sickle-Cell Testing Rules:
Does It Discriminate Against Or Protect Athletes?
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Your "Business Link"
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The Half Hollow Hills Community Library and member of the Melville Chamber of Commerce helps small businesses
to grow our community. You
can find up-to-date business resources in print and online to help you achieve
your business goals @ www.hhhlibrary.org
Let the library serve as a resource and "Business Link" for your growth and
economic success.
Focus On
"Business Valuation"
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Live Well, Work Well
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Columns Sponsored by Kinloch Consulting Group
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Exercising, dieting, mental health etc.
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Legislative Briefs
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Column sponsored by Kinloch Consulting Group
One of the goals of the Chamber of Commerce is to keep members informed on state and federal legislative issues.
IRS Releases Information on Claiming
Small Employer Health Care Tax Credit
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Look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.
Remember our motto, building relationships is the key to building business!!
Sincerely,
Melville Chamber Management
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We Need Your Support
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We Need Your Support!
Honoring Veterans of the Vietnam War and All U.S. Servicemen and Women.
The Dignity Memorial®
Vietnam Wall, a traveling ¾-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. This exhibition honors all U.S. veterans, and is dedicated to the 58,000 Americans who died or are missing in Vietnam. We are proud to announce that this memorial will be visiting Huntington on October 1, 2 and 3, 2010.
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Member Spotlight
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 David Gustin
Financial Advisor
Wells Fargo AdvisorsMore info
We will be selecting our next "Member Spotlight of the Month" at our October Breakfast Meeting.
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| New Members |
Please Welcome Our New Members
Ted Weiss Realty Corp. Marsh Private Client Services Broadhollow Dentistry BiggBuzz Brett Harrison Jewelers Total Restoration Cardinal Trade Group, Inc. David Lerner Associates
Blue Ribbon Concepts
American Airpower Museum
Aflac NY
MVS Direct
Arthritis Foundation
FM International
Huntington Village Rehab & Nursing
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Social Networking
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Publications
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Our first Community Journal was just recently printed and distributed. Click below to view.
Chamber Journal
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Employment Opportunities
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Chamber members may submit job openings by email to info@melvillechamber.org or by fax @ 631-777-6261, and the Chamber will post them on the Chamber website. |
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Organizations
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We proudly support the following organizations.
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Dowling College Programs
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Dowling
College Internship Program
Is an
individualized education program which integrates college coursework with professional
experience in public and private sectors. As a participating employer, your
company can benefit from utilizing an educated, talented and enthusiastic
candidate pool seeking full-time or part-time employment, while reducing
recruitment and training costs.
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Public Service Grant Program
Dowling College is pleased
to offer a 25% tuition grant to all Melville Chamber of Commerce members, and
their families, for all Dowling College Programs. Dowling College is located in
Oakdale, Brookhaven & Melville.
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Contact Info
Melville Chamber of Commerce
585 Broadhollow Road
Melville, NY 11747
631-777-6260
631-777-6261 fax
www.melvillechamber.org
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