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Courtesy Tip of the Week |
Business Etiquette:
Always ask permission to spend someone else's time when you contact anyone by phone or in person without an appointment. By telephone, try saying, "Hi Bob, it's Susan, is this a good time to talk?"
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11-MetroOne Lunch-n-Learn
Noon-1 p.m.
La Quinta Inns & Suites
14-Red Carpet
6-9 p.m.
Ocean Pond
17-Secrets to Success Seminar
8:30-10 a.m.
Hilton Garden & Inn
17-Business After Hours
5-7:30 p.m.
Valdosta Toyota
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REMINDER: Electronic Invoices and Statements
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Reminder: All Chamber members with e-mail addresses on file in the Chamber database now receive invoices and statements electronically. Please check your e-mail inboxes for all Chamber billing. If you have questions, contact Mike Stalvey. |
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Boot Camp for Supervisors
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Pictured (clockwise): Ryan Williams (Nexxtep Technology Services, Inc.) with Emily Browning, Wendi Burke (Wild Adventures Theme Park) and Walter Hobgood (Express Employment Professionals) with Anthony Thomas, Tawanda Wooten and Austin Thomas
No doubt about it! The newest issue in the workplace is age diversity. Boot Camp for Supervisors was held on August 8 and keynote presenters: Ryan Williams (Nexxtep Technology Services, Inc.)- Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization, Walter Hobgood (Express Employment Professionals)- Talking Across Generations and Wendi Burke (Wild Adventures Theme Park)- Make Lemonade, presented attendees with information to hone their skills in managing the multi-generations as businesses transition from the workplace of the past to that of the future. "Good Communication is Good Business" was the theme for this session of Boot Camp. To find out more about Boot Camp for Supervisors, please contact Keyara Hamilton at 229-247-8100. |
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Ribbon Cuttings | The Foot & Ankle Institute of South Georgia, P.C.
4370 Kings Way, Suite B
Valdosta, GA 31602
 Higher Heights Learning Center
507 West Hill Avenue
Valdosta, GA 31601
 Valdosta Allergy Clinic
3308 Greystone Way
Valdosta, GA 31602
 Pine Grove Elementary School4175 River Road
Valdosta, GA 31605 |
Former Chamber Leaders Give Wisdom to Current Chairmen
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Seventeen former Chamber Chairmen of the Board met for lunch at Charlie Tripper's Restaurant on Aug. 2 with 2010 Chairman of the Board Terri Lupo (Georgia Power) and other current leaders to discuss the "Top Ten" Chamber goals and objectives. Members in the Strategic Planning Task Force presented the top Chamber goals and asked for former chairmen's advice and counsel. "This distinguished group is a who's who of the Valdosta-Lowndes County business community," said Lupo. "The success of our Chamber is built upon the work led by these men and women."
The former Chairmen present at the meeting included:
Walt Carter (1974) Lena Bosch (1997)
Joe Cordova (1976) Bill Cowart (2000)
Tyson McLane (1978) Quillian Powell (2001)
Tommy Hatcher (1984) Andy Deal (2003)
Owen Harris (1987) Jud Rackley (2004)
D.K. Hollis, Jr. (1993) Jennifer Powell (2005)
Stan Fillion (1994) Walter Hobgood (2008)
Tom Kurrie (1995) Jeff Hanson (2009)
Glenn Copeland (1996) |
Chamber 101
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Pictured left to right, front row: Roy E. Taylor, Sr. (Associate Member), Malynda Fulton (Georgia Deptartment of Labor), Michael Anderson (Express Employment Professionals), Charlene Blache, M.D. (Southern Pediatric Clinic) and Board member Brian Antoine (Antoine's The Flavor of New Orleans). Back Row: David Newbern (U.S. Press), Don Wright (Colonial Life Insurance Company), Board member Allan Dear (Allan Dear Real Estate), John Isom (The U Can Man) and Kevin Giles (Colonial Life Insurance Company).
Although Aug. 4 proved to be a hot summer day, it did not stop attendance at Chamber 101. Several new members were greeted by staff and Board members as they were given the opportunity to learn at least 25 ways the Chamber can help their businesses. Chamber 101: Getting the most out of your Chamber membership is held on the first Wednesday of each month. The presentation provides a brief summary of the various programs and services available and how you can maximize the benefits of your investment. If you are new to your organization, new to the Chamber or just need a refresher course, mark your calendar and attend the next Chamber 101 on Sept. 1, 8-9 a.m. at the Chamber. Visit www.valdostachamber.com and log in to your Chamber Member Account to register for this event. |
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