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Advertising Your Business in A Recovering Market
By: Steven Heddon
Creative Director
Fusion Creative Marketing
As we begin to shake off the effects of one of the worst economic periods our country has seen, there are several things that surviving businesses need to consider.
The days of easy credit, disposable, half-baked ideas, bloated inventories, payrolls, and overhead, are over. For a business to survive, it has to be lean and operate efficiently. It has to have a strong business plan that allows effective marketing to the demographic that will purchase or use its product or service. It should have a strong brand and advertise in the most cost efficient way.
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Knowledge-based Businesses
Dear Business Owner:
Over the past few years Valdosta-Lowndes County area has grown and we want to ensure and assist continued quality growth. Through IMPACT 2012 initiatives, the Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce is taking measures to increase jobs, wages and economic opportunity in our community. To do this it is critical to measure our economic growth accurately through an annual survey of businesses like yours. To read more and to take the survey please click here. |
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Upcoming Events
"Marketing: How To Stand Out in A Crowd" Workshop
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 16
Time: 8:30-10 a.m.
Location: South Georgia Regional Library-Folsom Room
Cost: $10
RSVP: by Friday, Feb. 12 to Patty at the Chamber
247-8100
Who should attend: Business owners interested in growing their customer base and spending their marketing dollars wisely.
Coffee and a light breakfast will be provided.
Panel includes:
Steven Heddon
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Legislative Session Update |
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From the desk of State Representative Amy Carter
This week we heard about exciting new legislation from Representative Tom Graves. He, along with other members of the state House, introduced the Jobs, Opportunity, and Business Success Act of 2010. The legislation is designed to stimulate the state's economy by providing tax credits and incentives to create, expand, and attract new businesses in Georgia. Some of these intiatives include a $2,400 tax credit for Georgia companies that hire difficult to employ individuals who are currently receiving unemployment benefits, the creation of the "Year for Georgia Entrepreneurs" which would allow Georgians the opportunity to start a new business with no state fees, and a fifty percent reduction of the capital gains tax for all Georgia taxpayers. |
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Contact the
S.E.E.D.S. Center |
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Courtney Ruttinger
Business Development & Expansion Coordinator 416 North Ashley Street
Valdosta, Georgia 31603
(229) 247-8100
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Guardian Bank Business Plan Competition |
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Materials for the 2010 competition are available at the Chamber, Guardian Bank, Valdosta State University, Valdosta Technical College & at www.seedscenterofsga.com. |
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February
16--"Marketing: How to Stand Out in A Crowd" Workshop
8:30-10 a.m.
South Georgia Regional Library
17--Business Outlook Breakfast
7:30-9 a.m.
Valdosta Country Club
18--Business After Hours
5-7 p.m.
America's Second Harvest
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Downtown Valdosta
Downtown Valdosta is a place to go for fun! Come enjoy
downtown Valdosta's extensive dining opportunities and amazing retail stores. From music events to casual gallery walks, Downtown Valdosta has a little something for everyone.
UPCOMING EVENTS!
Feb. 5
Feb. 12
Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball 8 p.m.-12 a.m.
The Loft at City Market
Feb. 19
6-9 p.m.
Art After Dark
Art in the Alley
during Art After Dark
Submit artwork by Friday, Feb. 12. There is a $10 submission fee per piece of artwork. To participate or for more information e-mail artinthealley@gmail.com
Become a Fan of Valdosta Main Street on Facebook
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