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October
13-Advertise Smarter Workshop 12-1 p.m. South Georgia Regional Library To RSVP, click here. 14-China Live Presentation 5:30 p.m. The Chamber To RSVP, click here. 21-Business After Hours 4:30-7:30 p.m. Valdosta Main Street To RSVP, click here. 26-Chamber's Meet the Candidates Reception 5-7 p.m. Rainwater Conference Center To RSVP, click here. |
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Courtesy Tip of the Week |
International Business Etiquette:
The information in this article is presented from a Western point of view. It is important to note that etiquette in other cultures requires a bit of adaptation and flexibility. If you're travelling on business to a foreign destination, or have visitors here, it is a good idea to learn as much as you can about the culture they are coming from and make appropriate allowances.
Items to consider:
- Language (make an effort to learn theirs if possible, but don't pretend to be fluent unless you have many years of study under your belt!)
- Time zones
- Working schedules
- Holidays
- Food customs (table manners, use of implements, etc.)
Generally speaking, as long as you are trying to be considerate and express an interest in learning, you should be fine. If in doubt, err on the conservative, formal side.
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| Have You Gone GREEN with Online Billing? | |
Reminder: You can now receive your invoices through traditional mail or electronically. Please check your e-mail inboxes for all Chamber billing. If you have questions, or would like to start receiving your invoices through e-mail, please contact Mike Stalvey.
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| Early Voting Information | |
Early voting continues
8 a.m.-5 p.m. until Oct. 22, and 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Oct. 26-29, at the Lowndes County Board of Elections. Early voting will also take place 8 a.m-5 p.m., Oct. 25-29, at the University Center, 1401 N. Patterson St. Polling places will be open
7 a.m.-7 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 2. You can find your polling place by visiting My Voter Page.
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New Board Members Elected | |
The ballots are now in and the following eight members have been elected by the Nominating Committee. The eight will be declared members of the Board of Directors of the Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce for a three year term beginning on January 1, 2011.
 
Jeff Fulp Clinton Beeland
Plant Manager Owner
ERCO Worldwide, Inc. CJB Industries
  
Greg Justice Mike Hill Jay Prince
Plant Manager Owner Owner
Regal Marine Mike Hill Real Estate Prince Automotive
of Valdosta
  
Bill Simmons Megan Smith Baha Zeidan
Plant Manager Partner CEO
Archer Daniels SmithBarnas&Associates Azalea Health
Midland Co. (ADM) Innovations, Inc. |
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Tap Into Talent for YOUR Business | |
Pictured: Don Wright (Colonial Life), Laurie Gullilson (The Herndon Company), Barbara Brown (The Herndon Company) and Emily Grace Newkirk (City of Hahira)
The Chamber, Valdosta State University and Wiregrass Georgia Technical College hosted the Talent Connection Forum at the City Hall Annex on Thursday. Participants learned how to implement internship programs in their businesses. If you missed the forum, you can visit www.OpportunityCentral.net/Talent to sign up to offer internships at your business. The Talent Connection Forum is part of the Chamber's initiative to retain college and university graduates. For more information, please contact ReKasa Deen. |
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Hotchkiss Named Ambassador of the Quarter | |
Pictured: Sandy Prentiss, Member Services Coordinator, Lyndi Soles, Ambassador Chairman (Lamar Advertising), Winner Cindy Hotchkiss (E-Travel Anytime) and Michael Anderson (Express Employment Professionals)
Cindy Hotchkiss of E-Travel Anytime was awarded the Ambassador of the Quarter award at October's Chamber 101. Each quarter Ambassadors earn points for attending Ribbon Cuttings and Chamber events. Cindy earned a total of 1,260 points! If you are interested in joining the Ambassadors, please contact Sandy Prentiss at 229-247-8100. It is a perfect way for you to showcase your business! |
| Chamber Meets with Local Delegation | |
Pictured - Row 1: Chris King (Erco Worldwide Inc.) State Representative Ellis Black, State Senator Tim Golden, State Legislative Chairman Darrell Wilder (Georgia Power Co.) Row 2: Myrna Ballard (Chamber) John Page (Mass Mutual Financial Group), Jud Rackley (Brandon, Rackley & Dukes, PC). John LaHood (Fellowship Home at Brookside) and Paula Goff (SMITH Northview Hospital)
The Chamber's State Legislative Committee met with Sen. Golden and Rep. Black regarding the upcoming 2011 State Legislative Session on October 6. Both Golden and Black agreed the budget would be the number one priority. The Council for Tax Reform and Fairness for Georgians is gaining momentum. Sen. Golden serves on Special Joint Committee on Revenue Structure, which will consider the Special Council's recommendations and introduce legislation during the 2011 session that would possibly restrict Georgia's current tax code. Rep. Black stated, "What we need is a business friendly tax structure for the state."
For more information, please contact Alison Stokes. |
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