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CHAMBER CONNECTION: Week of January 9, 2012 |
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Greetings from Pulaski County
Chamber of Commerce
Dear Member:
The Chamber is off to a great start for 2012! This week we will have our first meeting for those interested in Community Involvement at MK's on Wednesday, January 11th at 11:30 a.m. (this will be a Dutch treat lunch). We need some strong community-minded folks to particpate in this group as we look at our direction for 2012. We want to continue building on our relationships with the schools and ways to develop buy local attitudes! So roll up your sleeves and bring your ideas to the table so we can enhance the qualtiy of life in Pulaski county!
On another note, we have our first Business After Hours on January 26th at SunTrust in Fairlawn. This relationship-building event, "A Wintery Mix," is sponsored by ATK and Suntrust, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. and will be caterered by Bull & Bones At The River! This should be a great event to kick off the new year!
Have a great week!
Peggy White
540.674.1991
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Forecast for Thursday, Jan. 26: "A Wintery Mix"
Beat the winter doldrums at our first Business After Hours of 2012!
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Do you know how much you're paying for your office printer? We do...too much!
kbeckner@blueridgecopier.com
www.blueridgecopier.com
909 Iowa Street
Salem VA 24153
540.389.4400
Cell: 540.815.8212 |
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2012! What a Year it is Going to Be! We Have Several Major Events Coming Up, Two of Which Will Be Like Never Before!
Play a Round with the Worx
On Fri., May 4 at Pulaski Country Club enjoy breakfast, a.m. tee time, lunch, early p.m. time, dinner and awards, then Business After Hours with the Worx! What a day this is going to be! You will want to play if you are a golfer, but everyone will want to network (and perhaps dance) to the Worx at the Business After Hours. Sponsorships are already being purchased, and teams are signing up! You will want to participate in this day of networking and fun, as well as get your name out to the large number expected to attend! Contact us today to enter your team(s) and check for sponsorship availability - they are going quickly! Download Registration Form Here.
Soar to New Heights with the First Ever Business to Public Expo and NRV Skyfest Air Show!
Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, Sept. 7, 8, 9 at New River Airport in Dublin! You will definitely want to participate in this year's first ever business to public EXPO and get your business name out to approximately 20,000 people expected to attend!
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Pick Your Level of Chamber Event Sponsorship Now and Enjoy the Benefits All Year Long!
CONGRATULATIONS TO MEMBER ONE FOR BEING THE FIRST TO ATTAIN THE LEVEL OF TROPOSHERE SPONSORSHIP!
(Plus, Major Sponsors for the Levels Shown Below Will Enjoy a 10% Discount if Signed Up and Paid Before March 1). Who will be the first member to reach each of the other levels? The sooner you qualify the longer your business name appears in Chamber advertising. Contact the Chamber office for availability as they are going fast! If you have not already done so, review the flyer and build your sponsorship level.
Click either image below to go directly to the website and obtain your sponsorship!
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Call to Action
We have a lot of exciting plans for 2012, and we need YOUR participation to make it happen! If you understand the value of relationships in business, marketing, commitments, and follow through, we want you involved in one of three Action Groups. Choose the one that would best suit your expertise: community involvement, tourism, or membership. Meetings will begin in January (see info below). Please call the Chamber office and let us know which group you want to be a part of; we have a nice representation of members already for each of the groups, but would love to include YOU! Contact the Chamber office and let us know in which group you would like to participate: email sheilanelson@pulaskichamber.info.
Two of our ACTION GROUPS will be meeting in early January. Most people who signed up for each of them wanted a lunch meeting, so we have scheduled them accordingly. We will order from the menu and lunch will be a Dutch treat. |
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Think Tourism - Business to Business, Business to Public, Networking, Sales, Promotion
Join the Tourism Group on Wed., Jan. 18 at 11:30am, at Fatz Cafe in Dublin. Whether or not you have already signed up for these groups, any member is invited to attend. It is the first meeting for each and you will want to get in on the beginning of each group if possible. RSVP your attendance by the day before if possible so we will know what size table to reserve for our group. Call 540.674.1991 or email sheilanelson@pulaskichamber.info. |
| Support Your Community
We have major opportunities for you to get involved in the community: volunteer for the elementary school program, middle school reality day, and high school YEP Day. Influence the workforce of tomorrow. Or, control your health and get involved in Pulaski Fresh Farm-to-Table and support your local economy. Join the Community Involvement Group on Wed., Jan. 11 at 11:30am at MK's Pizzeria and Shoppe.
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Send Us Your Legislative Concerns
Once again, on Wed. evening, Jan. 25, the Chamber will facilitate the Pulaski Co. Dinner for area legislators and elected officials (admission by invitation only) in Richmond. At this dinner as well as on Thurs. morning, Jan. 26, when we will be visiting the legislators in their offices, we will bring to their attention legislative concerns of our Chamber's membership. PLEASE FORWARD YOUR LEGISLATIVE CONCERNS TO THE CHAMBER OFFICE NO LATER THAN JAN. 16. We ahve received concerns already fromthe Town and the State Park. Businesses are also encouraged to send your concerns for discussion with the legislators. Email sheilanelson@pulaskichamber.info or peggywhite@pulaskichamber.info. |
 New Members
Patricia Aust Weeks
Massage Therapist
PO Box 1269, 1058 Macgill Street, Pulaski, VA 24301
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Chamber Spotlight by Sheila D. Nelson
"Taking Stock in Yourself"
As we begin the New Year, many are looking for new and exciting things to explore in 2012. The most exciting thing, and the most important thing, however, that most of us need to explore during this traditional time of taking stock, is ourselves. There are a number of broad areas that could apply to everyone in every business; you will have to individualize them to suit yourself.
Read More.
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Soaring to New Heights
Kudos...
....to BondCote Corporation for being named one of Virginia's 2012 featured exporters; they appear on
Export Virginia's 2012 calendar for the month of July and are highlighted as "a global leader in performance-engineered fabrics for defense and industrial applications";
....RA Home Builders have been nominated for "Home Builder of the Year" by the NRV Home Builders Association. The award recognizes the builder who has had an exceptional project in the past year
and shows high quality in their product and customer strive to do what's right by their clients. They recently completed a home, which has over 6,000 square feet under roof, in Narrows, which was started in January 2011 and completed in November 2011. Although there was a problem with two vendors not honoring their quotes for items for the house and wanting to pass $12,000 in upcharges on the clients, RA Homebuilders paid the upcharges themselves. Cat White, President, stated, "we could have hidden behind our contract but believe I's better to go beyond accepted practices and get down to what's right";
....to Livingston International which recently acquired HIPAGE (including the Dublin, VA office) in order to extend their customs and compliance expertise as well as their international freight forwarding capability; and,
....to Food Lion, which recently donated $12,000 to Pulaski Daily Bread and Feeding America - Southwest Virginia. |
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Members & Community Events
Highlan Ridge Rehab Center
...will be sponsoring an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 10 - 3 p.m. on Tuesday, January 10 at their Activity Center at 5872 Hanks Avenue in Dublin. They invite everyone to join them for the blood drive and see this as an excellent opportunity to help others in our community. If you have questions, call Danielle Hiatt at (540) 674-4193.
Seminars/Workshops for Non-Profit Organizations
Watch for more info on these upcoming seminars to be offered through New River Community College:
- Customer Service for Non-Profits: Feb 10
- Successful Grant Writing: March 6
- Social Media Marketnig for Non-Profits: March 30
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Reaching Out Support Group
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 5-6pm. Cancer Center Lobby
Topic: How to Make Resolutions Stick
Speaker: Group Discussion
Breast Cancer Support Group
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 5-6pm, Cancer Center Lobby
Topic: Discussion Group
Speaker: Group Participation
Discussion Group for Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients
Thursday, Jan. 19, 4-5pm, Cancer Center Lobby
This support group is for anyone who is undergoing chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy and would like to share their feelings and anxieties with others who are going through similar experiences. This support group will also include family members, caregivers, or support personnel. A medical oncology nurse will be available during the group.
Hip & Knee Replacement Class
Thursday, Jan. 19, 2-4pm, L. Brinkley Eure Building
This class is for people scheduled for surgery or thinking about having surgery. You will be taught by Physical Therapists and Registered Nurses. Content includes hospital information and procedures, exercises prior to and after surgery, treatment to get you back on your feet. Discussion about insurance and planning for your care after discharge. Please call 540-994-8451 with any questions. Deadline for sign up is Jan. 16. RSVP to: Consult a Nurse at 1-877-242-2362.
Look Good...Feel Better Costmetic Program (Sponsored by American Cancer Society)
Tuesday, Jan. 24, 5-7pm
Beauty professionals lead the group through a hands-on experience to learn make-up techniques, skin care, nail care, and how to use head coverings such as wigs, turbans, and scarves. Please RSVP to 540-994-8549.
Coming in February: Blood Screening / Cancer Screening for Men & Women
The Rotary Club of the NRV and LewisGale Hospital - Pulaski will sponsor the semi-annual Blood/Cancer Screening on Sat., Feb. 4, 2012 from 7-10am at LewisGale Hospital - Pulaski main entrance. The snow date is scheduled for Sat., Feb. 11. Please watch for additional information regarding registration in the local newspapers or contact Darlene Edwards at 540-994-8549.
For additional information, contact Darlene Edwards at 540-994-8549.
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NRCC Fiddle, Banjo & Dance Club 2011/2012 Schedule
 ~ Jan. 14, 2012: Upland Express, Buck Mountain Band ~ Feb. 11, 2012: Olen & Frances Gardner, The Slate Mountain Ramblers
~ Mar. 20, 2012: The Blueridge Travelers, The Friday Night Dance Band
~ Apr. 14, 2012: The Adam Larkey Band, White Top Mountain
~ Apr. 28, 2012: Dailey & Vincent, 7:30pm, Admission TBA
Free admission unless otherwise noted; donations accepted to help pay band expenses. Doors open at 5pm; live music 6-9pm. Edwards Hall at New River Community College. www.nr.edu/fiddle, 540.674.3600 x4307.
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Recognitions
County of Pulaski
The most recent Featured Employees are Donna Gray and Deputy Sheriff Terry Hale.
Read More.
Town of Pulaski
The Employee of the Year has been with the Town of Pulaski for approximately 3 1/2 years. This employee has been heavily involved in major Town projects during 2011 that have required the interaction between staff, contractors and the public.
Read More.
Town of Pulaski
The Employee of the Month for November 2011 is Officer Seth Greer. The Town of Pulaski Employee of the Month for December 2011 is David Quesenberry, Assistant to the Town Manager.
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Thought of the Week
"The MS Windows Car Story" (The Power of PR, Clever Publicity, Using Humor for Publicity, Don't Get Mad Get Even)
You may have seen this before as it's been widely circulated over the Internet. Whether it's true or not, it's a great example of the risks of arrogant PR, and then in response, fantastic PR that's utterly in tune with the mood of the moment. Despite all this, a supremely powerful supplier can, while they remain supremely powerful, re-write the rules of customer service.
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Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce
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