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Greetings!
The Sitka Chamber of Commerce Luncheon will be at noon on Wednesday, May16th . Our guest speaker will be Ken Fate, General Manager of Raven Radio. Ken will be talking about Raven Radio's new Radio to Go emergency broadcast system, the highlights of thirty years of community radio, the recent Cable House Renovations and Raven Radio's plans for the future.
 Ken began working at Raven Radio as Chief Announcer in 1990, arriving from the University of Idaho where he managed the student radio station while earning a degree in telecommunications and advertising. Fate became the Program Director in 1993 and General Manager in 2004. Ken's wife Rachel is the office manager for the Law Office of Brandon Marx and they enjoy working on their house, kayaking and herding their four cats. Ken is also the drummer for the local dance band "Glorious Youth Parade" and penned "Plumber in Thong", one of their most beloved tunes.
For lunch this week, Chef Randy will be serving Rockfish Olympia with rice pilaf and baked asparagus, soup, salad and cookies for dessert.
The Sitka Chamber of Commerce luncheons are held on Wednesdays at Noon at the Westmark Sitka. They are always open to the public. For more information, call the Chamber office at 747-8604 or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/SitkaChamber.
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 Sitka "State" Fair
The Greater Sitka Arts Council is producing the first Sitka "State" Fair, August 19th at Harrigan Centennial Hall. We are seeking food vendors to participate. The hours will be 12-5pm. A $25 participant fee will go to Greater Sitka Arts Council. Participants must be up to spec with DEC regulations. Additionally we are seeking those with crafts, hobbies or collections they would like to display. There will be a $10.00 participation fee. Ribbon prizes will be awarded. There will also be a juried food contest for the following divisions: pies, jams and jellies, breads, and cupcakes. $5.00 per entry. Ribbon prizes will be awarded. The event will include music, entertainment and a photo contest with more information coming. For more information call Jeff at 747-4821 or email sitkaarts@yahoo.com. |
 The Sitka Chamber 4th Annual Golf Tournament The Greater Sitka Chamber of Commerce needs your help! The Sitka Chamber is having its 4th Annual Sitka Golf Tournament on Sunday, July 22nd at the Sea Mountain Golf Course. The tournament will include 9 holes of golf, a great lunch and chances at lots of prizes, including $25,000 for a Hole in One! The 2012 Golf Tournament will help bring in needed funds to support the Chamber's mission of promoting, supporting and facilitating commerce and economic growth in the community. By being a sponsor you will be promoting your company to dozens of area professionals - people who are very loyal to other Chamber members and sponsors. Companies like yours help make available the resources that enrich our community's economy. We are anticipating a highly successful and well-attended event. You can show Chamber members and guests your company's commitment to the community by being a sponsor. Please see the attached Sponsor Return Form for more information and to submit your donation. |
 J-1 Program Safe Until November
J-1 Program Safe Until November Changes to the J-1 Visa program were announced Friday by the State Department. While some changes take effect immediately, Alaska's seafood processors- which rely heavily on the workforce the program provides- won't be affected until November. It's a relief for the processors and fishermen who are preparing for salmon season, but it's not great news for local cannery workers in Kodiak who are struggling to make ends meet. Read the entire article here. |
Sitka Chamber Meeting Schedule  The Sitka Chamber Board of Directors meet monthly on the second Thursday of each month. Chamber Members are encouraged to attend! Finance Committee Meeting Date: June 12th Time: 4pm Location: Sitka Chamber Board Room April Board Meeting Date: June 14th Time: 4pm Location: Sitka Chamber Board Room Contact the Sitka Chamber Office for more information on meeting times, locations or to learn how you can get involved. Chamber Committees Finance Membership Annual Banquet Downtown Commerce & Events Golf Tournament Sitka Artisans Market Board Development Legislative & Community Affairs Join a committee today! |
 Upcoming Calendar of Events
May 2012
May 16th, Wednesday
Chamber Luncheon at the Westmark - Ken Fate with Raven Radio
May 22nd, Tuesday
4th of July Community Committee - Sitka Chamber Board Room at 3pm
May 23rd, Wednesday
Chamber Luncheon at the Westmark - Alaskan Congressman Don Young
May 28th, Monday
Memorial Day - Sitka Chamber of Commerce Office Closed
May 30th, Wednesday
Chamber Luncheon at the Westmark - Senator
Bert Stedman
July 2012
July 10th to 11th
Alaska State Chamber Outreach Trip - Taking place in Kodiak, Alaska this year
July 22nd
Sitka Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament - Save the date four our 4th Annual Golf Tournament
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From The Director
I am down visiting sunny Seattle this week, so I do apologize for the late newsletter! I hope you have a great week and as always, thanks for reading!
"For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone."
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Super Supporters
$3000 - $5000
Alaska Cruise Association
Sponsoring
Season's End Celebration
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Chamber Board
Gerry Hope
President
Sitka Tribe of Alaska
Cory Baggen
Vice President
Samson Tug & Barge
Ptarmica McConnell
Treasurer
Shee Atika, Incorporated
Craig Shoemaker
Secretary
Seafood Producers Coop
Seth Bone
KingFisher Charters
Olga Borland
Russian American Co.
Bob Burnett
AC Lakeside
Kathy Dumag
Spenard Builders Supply
Bob Medinger
Sitka Historical Society
Linda Mudry
White's
Mandy Odenheimer
Alaska Airlines
John P. (Jay) Sweeney III City and Borough of Sitka Aaron Wilkinson First National Bank Alaska |
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Mission Statement
The Greater Sitka Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary organization of business and community leaders who promote, support, and facilitate commerce and economic growth in the community.
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Chamber Membership ________________ New Archangel Dancers
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