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VALPO CHAMBER
162 W. LINCOLNWAY
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
(219) 462-1105
FAX (219) 462-5710
www.valpochamber.org
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 Insights: Casual Conversations with Successful Leaders is designed to give business professionals of all ages the opportunity to get up-close and personal with some of the area's most successful leaders. This program brings you the most interesting and innovative leaders for a lively discussion about themselves, their companies, and their passions in life. Join us at the Valpo Chamber Office, 162 W Lincolnway, as we welcome Tom Kennedy, owner of Kennedy Mazda, on Tuesday, November 10, 2015, from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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Put it on your calendar now - we want to see you at the Valpo Chamber Holiday Open House on Thursday, December 3, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing evening at the Chamber office, located at 162 W Lincolnway, complete with music, refreshments, and delicious hors d'ouevres provided by Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa.
Decked out for the holiday season, our second floor conference rooms will prove to be a fantastic setting to connect with friends and associates and exchange holiday tidings!
The Holiday Open House is sponsored by:
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US 30 COALITION BEING FORMED
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A group of business, citizens and local government leaders across the northern part of Indiana are forming an organization to encourage state legislators and the Indiana Department of Transportation to put a high priority on a major upgrade and improvement to US 30 from Fort Wayne to Valparaiso. Traffic counts show that parts of US 30 have as high a traffic count as Interstate 65 and Interstate 69. The volume of traffic has been growing steadily over the years. Movement of product on trucks in and out of Chicago using US 30 is because of the congestion on Interstate 94.
Over the last four years a major upgrade was done on US 31 out of Indianapolis to Kokomo which had been a priority. However in a year that project will be completed and leaders in the northern part of Indiana are trying to encourage US 30 as one of the State's next priority projects. Rex Richards, President of the Valpo Chamber, is on the executive committee of the working group to formulate plans to encourage state government on the need to upgrade this important transportation artery.
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On Tuesday, October 27, the Valpo Chamber and the League of Women Voters held a Candidate Forum, providing Valparaiso City Council candidates an opportunity to express their positions on various issues before the November elections.
In attendance were:
Robert Ordway, 1st District
Diana Reed, 1st District
Robert Cotton, 2nd District
Tim Daly, 2nd District
Matt Murphy, 3rd District
John M. Novak, 3rd District
John S. Bowker, 5th District
Norman Hudson, 5th District
Jan M. Dick, At Large
Trista A. Hudson, At Large
Debora Porter, At Large
City Council Candidates each made opening and closing remarks and answered several questions submitted by community members in attendance.
The Valpo Chamber strives each time there is a local election to bring all candidates together so members of the community can hear from each candidate and make informed decisions at the polls.
If you live in Valparaiso, make sure you remember to vote on Tuesday, November 3. If you are unsure of your polling location, not sure whether you are registered, or if you would like to work at a polling location, click here.
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CHAMBER NETWORK NIGHT CONNECTED BUSINESSES
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On Thursday, October 15, about 1,000 business professionals gathered at the Porter County Expo Center for Chamber Network Night. This Porter County Chamber Coalition event is the premiere networking opportunity in Northwest Indiana.
Returning exhibitor, John Marx, owner of JM2 Webdesigners had this to say about the event:
"As a relatively new and growing company we strive for each chamber event that we attend to get two solid leads that have the potential to be new life long business partnerships and get the word out about our company brand and who we are as a company. By the end of the 2015 Chamber Network Night we were able to have nine new signed contracts from single page to many page websites along with five solid leads. We cannot say enough good words on what being part of the chamber has done for us as a company."
Thank you to all the exhibitors, sponsors and attendees who came out to the event.
Mark your calendars for next year's Chamber Network Night on Thursday, October 13, 2016.
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Every three years, the Valpo Chamber prints new Valparaiso City Maps. These maps are the most requested item from patrons at the office.
If you would like a free copy of the new map, you can pick one up at the Valpo Chamber office, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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VALPO CHAMBER DATES TO SAVE FOR 2016
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Several dates have already been set for events for 2016. Please take a moment to mark your new calendars so you don't miss any of them.
Salute to Leadership - Saturday, January 9, 2016
Annual Meeting - Wednesday, January 27, 2016
Envision the Future - Tuesday, March 15, 2016
FunDay Golf Classic - Monday, June 27, 2016
Chamber Network Night - Thursday, October 13, 2016
Additional dates of other events will be listed in our December newsletter.
If you have any questions, or would like to join a committee for one of these events, please contact Kurt today!
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ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES
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 The Valpo Chamber Partners (VCP) program, launched in 2006, provides members with options for streamlining their Chamber sponsorship opportunities, while enhancing their visibility and promotional opportunities.
This annual marketing campaign prominently promotes member businesses on signage, inside Chamber publications, on the website, on the new mobile app, and at events throughout the year. The VCP is a terrific way to gain extensive exposure and valuable name and logo recognition.
The VCP features four partner packages to choose from - Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze - at four price points. Each package includes incentives, complimentary tickets to events, special recognition and promotion, and sponsorship of high-profile networking and educational events.
To inquire about the available packages and their specific benefits, contact Danielle Oeding, at (219) 462-1105, [email protected].
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INDIANA FARM BUREAU INSURANCE RIBBON CUTTING
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Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
2105 LaPorte Ave
219-462-0591
Thursday, October 8, 2015
insurance
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PORTER HEALTH CARE SYSTEM - NEW E/R RIBBON CUTTING
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Porter Health Care System - New E/R
2000 Roosevelt Rd
219-983-8561
Monday, October 12, 2015
hospitals, physicians & surgeons
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HAIR WAVES RIBBON CUTTING
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Hair Waves
2503 E Chicago St, Ste D
219-462-9074
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
salons/spas
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LOCKS OF FUN RIBBON CUTTING
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Locks of Fun
155 W Lincolnway
219-548-7059
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
salons/spas
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ROLLING HILLS VINEYARD CHURCH RIBBON CUTTING
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Rolling Hills Vineyard Church
62 S Valparaiso St
765-414-1138
Thursday, October 29, 2015
churches/synagogues
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BANK OF ENGLAND MORTGAGE RIBBON CUTTING
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Bank of England Mortgage
56 Valparaiso St
219-865-4000
Thursday, October 28, 2015
mortgage brokers/lenders
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REALTY EXECUTIVES RIBBON CUTTING
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Realty Executives
310 E Lincolnway
219-462-2224
Thursday, October 28, 2015
real estate - commercial & residential
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THANK YOU...FOR THE CONNECTIONS!
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THANKS TO... Brigata Hills, for hosting our October 2015 Business After Hours!
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Wednesday, November 4
AM Valpo
7:00 a.m.
No advanced registration required
Thursday, November 5 Ribbon Cutting 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, November 10 Insights: Casual Conversations with Successful Leaders - Tom Kennedy Valpo Chamber, 162 W Lincolnway 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 11 Ribbon Cutting 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 12 FYI Business Workshop: Small Business Banking Seminar to Help Your Business Grow 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Thursday, November 19 Business After Hours 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 26 - Friday, November 27 Valpo Chamber Offices will be closed.
Wednesday, December 2 AM Valpo 7:00 a.m. No advanced registration required |
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Thursday, December 3
Holiday Open House
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 9
Salute to Leadership Register Soon!
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