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Weekly Happenings
Your Source for Business News in Sitka
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Greetings!
The Sitka Chamber of Commerce Luncheon will be at noon on Wednesday, August 8th. Please join us for a presentation by Steve Reifenstuhl, the general manager of Northern Southeast Regional Aquaculture Association (NSRAA), on the importance of fisheries to our community
Reifenstuhl has been with NSRAA for 32 years. He is also the Executive Director for the Herring Conservation Alliance, works with Patagonia Inc. on product development, holds a seat on the SEDA Board of Directors, is on the State Cruise Ship Science Panel, and is on the United Fishermen of Alaska Board of Directors. Reifenstuhl attended the University of West Virginia, graduate and undergraduate school in wildlife biology. He was born in Washington D.C., grew up in small town New York, and moved to Sitka after college, where he says he was meant to be born and plans to stay. Reifenstuhl spends his free time outdoors mountain climbing, ocean kayaking, hunting, etc.
Chef Randy will be serving Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf with Demi Glace, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Soup and Salad.
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.
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 Sitka Chamber Seeks Administrative Assistant
The Sitka Chamber is seeking an administrative assistant for a permanent, part-time position. Strong computer skills are required, and administrative experience is preferred. Please submit resume and cover letter to jen@sitkachamber.com or call 747-8604 for more information. Job Description |
 Thank You Renewing Members
BP
(907) 561-5111
BP is one of the world's largest energy companies, providing its customers with fuel for transportation, energy for heat and light, retail services and petrochemicals products for everyday items. Halibut Point Marine
(907) 747-4999
www.hpmfuel.com
Fuel supplier and marine services.
Schroeder Consulting Service
(866) 383-8663
SEARHC Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital
(907) 966-2411
www.searhc.orgA non-profit tribal health consortium of 18 Native communities which serves the health interests of the Tlingit, Haida, Tsimshian, and other Native people of Southeast Alaska.
Wells Fargo Bank
(907) 747-3226
www.wellsfargo.comWells Fargo and Company is a Diversified Financial Services Company; providing banking, investments, mortgages and consumer and commercial financing across North America. |
 Upcoming MeetingsFinance Committee Meeting Location: Sitka Chamber Board Room Date: Wednesday, August 8th Time: 4pm Sitka Chamber Board Meeting Location: Sitka Chamber Board Room Date: Thursday, August 9th Time: 4pm Legislative and Community Affairs Committee Meeting Location: Sitka Chamber Board Room Date: Thursday, August 16th Time: 4pm |
 2012 Sitka Artisans Market Vendors Invited
Commercial booth space is now available for the 12th annual Sitka Artisans Market. Vendors selling high quality handcrafts, fine art and other Alaska-made products are invited to apply for space at the Artisans Market, which is expected to draw over 2,000 shoppers. The event will fill much of Sitka's Harrigan Centennial Hall and will run for three days, from Friday, November 9th through Sunday, November 11th. SAVE THE DATE 2012 Sitka Artisans Market November 9th, 10th & 11th The community-enhancing Sitka Artisans Market is a project of the Greater Sitka Chamber of Commerce. The Market provides a unique sales venue for Alaskan artists, fine crafters and manufacturers; one of a kind shopping experience for Sitkans; and an opportunity for local and regional retailers to discover new Alaskan products for their stores. The Artisans Market will begin on Friday evening with a gala, festive 'Grand Opening' event with hors d'oeuvres, wine, music, and special offerings by vendors. The Market will also be open all day on Saturday and Sunday, with delicious foods available both days. The application deadline for juried booth space is September 3, 2012. Space rental fees range from $175 to $300 per booth. Please contact the Sitka Chamber of Commerce for more information or to request a vendor application. |
 Upcoming Calendar of Events
August 2012
August 8th
Chamber Luncheon at the Westmark - Our speaker will be Steve Reifenstuhl, the General Manager of NSRAA
August 15th Chamber Luncheon at the Westmark - The Sitka Community Development Corporation will speak on the need for affordable housing in Sitka
August 9th to 12th
Sitka Seafood Festival - Sitka celebrates the most valuable wild food source on the planet and one of the most important industries in Sitka
August 19th
Sitka "State" Fair - The Greater Sitka Arts Council is producing the first Sitka "State" Fair at Harrigan Centennial Hall.
September 2012
September 5th
Chamber Luncheon at the Wesmark - Sitka School Board 2012 Elections Candidate Debate
September 12th
Chamber Luncheon at the Westmark - City Assembly 2012 Elections Candidate Debate
September 19th
Chamber Luncheon at the Westmark - Sitka Mayor 2012 Elections Candidate Debate
September 29th
Season's End Celebration - Sitka celebrates another successful summer season with free food, music and the famous Running of the Boots!
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From The Director
It is nice to have our weekly lunches happening again! I am looking forward to our speaker this week. The fishing industry is so important to our economy. I hope to see you there! As always, have a great week and thanks for reading!
"It has always been my private conviction that any man who pits his intelligence against a fish and loses has it coming." - John Steinbeck
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Alaska Cruise Association
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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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