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Greetings! Oct. 22, 2012
Reminder: tomorrow's Lunch and Learn on Timely Topics. Register now!
Lunch and learn on Tuesday, Oct. 23 ... as you explore timely issues with other Chamber members and guests.  Health Care Reform. Energy Regulation. School Finances. Each of these timely topics affects your business and your community.
Enjoy networking with other members over a casual lunch as you discuss the topics in these presentations:
Health Care Reform - What's Next?
Tom Paplaczyk of Strategic Benefit Services, an industry expert with nearly 30 years of experience, will review the implementation timeline for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and discuss how it will affect businesses and health care consumers.
Light's On for Energy Cost-Savings
Following a ruling by the Public Utilities Commission regarding competition with AEP energy rates, the light is back on for cost-saving Chamber member benefit programs
that offer discounted electric and natural gas rates. Marty Vaughan, representing Strategic Energy Services/Volunteer Energy, will share background information and
explain the new benefit for members of the Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce.
State of Our Schools - Finance Update
Dr. Thomas Tucker, superintendent, and Jeff McCuen, treasurer, of Worthington Schools will offer an update on the current state of the district's finances and discuss the challenges ahead.
The Lunch and Learn, sponsored by Volunteer Energy, will be held in the board room at the Worthington Education Center, 200 E. Wilson Bridge Road. The event begins at 11:30 a.m. and will conclude at 1:15 p.m.
Cost: (includes a boxed lunch, handouts, and automatic entry into door prize drawings): $10/Chamber member; $20/non-member.
Lunch includes a submarine sandwich on whole-grain wheat bread (with a choice of meats and a veggie option); a bag of low-fat chips; fresh veggies; a cookie; and
bottled water and assorted soft drinks. The subs include lettuce, tomato and cheese and are topped with Italian dressing.
With your registration, please specify the preferred type of sandwich: Turkey; Ham; Ham and Salami; Roast Beef; Pastrami; or Veggie.
Please reserve your place by calling the Chamber office at 888-3040.
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COMING UP ...
Invoices will be sent, and payment will be expected, for reservations not honored or canceled before the deadline. OTHER EVENTS ...
Thursday mornings, 7:30 a.m. - Impact Tips Group (Subgroup participants only - call 888-3040 for details)
Selected upcoming Chamber events are listed below. Click on blue (hyperlinked) events to register online.
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Click to learn about these timely promotions from Chamber-member businesses:
Where's YOUR E-sert? Contact the Chamber at 888-3040 to schedule the "E-sertion" of your promotional flier in PDF format.
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Meet elected officials at Nov. 20 BAH at Holiday Inn
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 Join us at the Chamber's November Business After Hours (BAH) to say "thanks" to elected officials and public servants serving local and regional government.
The event is scheduled on Tuesday, Nov. 20, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Holiday Inn Columbus Worthington, 7007 N. High St., Worthington.
Pre-register to be eligible for door prizes before noon on Nov. 19. You will receive a preprinted name tag, automatic check-in and automatic inclusion in an extra door prize drawing. To pre-register, click on the link above in COMING UP to reach the online event page and follow the prompts after clicking "Register Now." You will receive a confirmation e-mail if successfully registered.
Monthly Business After Hours (BAH) events are designed to give Worthington Chamber members the opportunity to network with other members in an informal setting and to learn more about Chamber member businesses. Attendance at BAH events is considered a privilege of membership.
Members and invited public officials (who have confirmed their registration in advance) may attend this event free of charge. Guests (spouses, friends, and referrals who are considering membership) are welcome at $20 per person. The guest fee is credited toward membership dues to those who join the organization. The fee is payable in advance or at the door by credit card, check or cash.
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Work Happy: What Great Bosses Know is topic of 4th Quarter Get Smart Book Discussion Group
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The Get Smart! Book Discussion Group, a partner program offered through the Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce and Worthington Libraries, has chosen the title for its fourth quarter 2011
2session. The selection is "Work Happy: What Great Bosses Know" by Jill Geisler.
To register for the event,
or call the Chamber office at 888-3040.
If you'd like to reserve a library copy of the book through Worthington Libraries' website, you can do that here by clicking on the "Reserve" button under the cover image and entering your library account information at the following link:
The discussion group will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 7, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the office of Ann Baldwin, 6161 Busch Blvd., Suite 300.
Refreshments will be served. New members and guests are welcome. RSVPs are encouraged to plan for space and refreshment needs.
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 Need more information about these or other Chamber activities or benefits? We're open for business 24/7 on our website, www.worthingtonchamber.org, to view or sign up for events. Call 888-3040 or click here to e-mail us for help in using our website, making payment arrangements, or learning more about Chamber member benefits. Copyright 2012 - Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce, 25 W. New England Ave., Suite 100, Worthington, OH 43085. Phone: 614-888-3040. Fax: 614-841-4842. |
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