September 30, 2014

Be On The Lookout for Community Cash

At the September 18 Annual Golf Outing we distributed $15 Community Cash Certificates to 144 participants, as golfer gifts. Please be aware that this means that over $2000 in certificates will be spent in the coming weeks.

 

Remember, you accept Community Cash just as a personal check and then deposit in your account. This is a great chance to train your fall/winter staff on what Community Cash is and how it is redeemed before the holiday season arrives. If you need a refresher course yourself, please feel free to call us at the office, (231) 347-4150.

Tony Rubleski Returns to Petoskey - October 10th

Petoskey will be the first community in the country to get a sneak peek at the latest book offered by Michigan author and speaker Tony Rubleski. Rubleski's fourth book is titled, Mind Capture: Leadership Lessons from Ten Trailblazers Who Beat the Odds and Influenced Millions and will be released in November, but PRCC members will get an early opportunity to grab the book as the chamber hosts Rubleski with a special seminar titled, "Leadership Lessons to Help you Capture More Minds and Customers."  The program will be offered Fri. Oct. 10 at the Odawa Hotel.  Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. and the program will begin at 9:00 a.m.  


 

Thanks to the sponsorship of 5/3 Bank, we're able to keep the cost at just $49 per person.  The seminar is perfect for business owners, CEO's, marketing directors, sales managers or anyone who wants to improve sales within their business or organization. 

Sign up today click HERE or call 231-347-4150.

See You Thursday October 16 at Business After Hours - Local Food and Farming Theme
The next BAH takes place Thursday, October 16 at Stafford's Perry Hotel, 5-7 p.m. 
This after hours will feature members involved with farming and local foods, as part of the Local Food & Farm Festival (www.artmeetsearth.org) taking place during October. Attendees will have the chance to learn about the different farms and local food.

 

 

This BAH is also held the day before Restaurant week in Petoskey www.petoskeyrestaurantweek.com.

Stafford's Perry Hotel has designed appetizers using Local foods: Cherry BBQ Meat balls,  

French Baguette: Stuffed w/ Smoked Salmon, coriander, Dijon, red onion jam and Feta,

Baked Brie En croute w/ Almonds and Pear

 

 

Stuffed Mushroom Caps w/ Walnuts, Zucchini, Roasted Peppers and Apple

 

House Made Focaccia topped w/ Truffle Oil, Endive, Fresh Tomato, Torn Basil, Black Pepper and Roasted Garlic

 

Fresh Grilled Vegetable Display (local harvest)

 

Zucchini Fritters with Lemon Yogurt Dressing



No reservation is necessary. Cost is $7 for members; $12 for not-yet members. Business After Hours is a well-attended "end-of-the-work-day" networking event designed to help participants make new business contacts, develop potential new customers, and build exposure for their businesses. Attendees will have the chance to win door prizes donated by different area businesses, enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and cash bar.

Hospitality Training For Your Staff

The next seminar hosted by Hospitality the Little Traverse Way will be held Thursday October 16th in Boyne City. The seminar is targeted at front-line staff and provides training on how to provide the "World's Best Guest Service" for your clients and customers.  The cost is just $20 per person.  The seminar will be held in the Community Room at the Boyne District Library and will be led by Meagan Krzywosinski.  Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. with a light breakfast provided.  The program will begin at 9:00.  Pre-registration is required and should include the names, with correct spelling, of your staff members who will be attending the program.  Register HERE or call the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce at 213-347-4150.

 


 

Registration Open For Connecting Women in Business October 21 Fundraising Luncheon

The next CWIB luncheon is Tuesday, Oct. 21, 11:30 - 1:30 p.m. at Sage Restaurant of Odawa Hotel. Registration and buffet lunch begin at 11:30 am. Register online Here. This is the annual Connecting Women in Business GO GRANTS Fundraiser.

Start your holiday shopping with this amazing silent auction and you know the money raised by the silent auction helps improve the self esteem and skills of young women, in grades 6-10 in the CHAR-EM ISD service area. Cost to attend is $35. $20 of the ticket price goes directly to the grants program as well as proceeds from the silent auction and sponsorships. Register today.

Chamber businesses are encouraged to support the silent auction and the Go Grants by making a silent auction donation. All sponsorship dollars will also directly support the GO Grants.

Individuals can to support this event by being part of the GO GRANTS wine brigade - drop off a bottle of wine at the chamber office and we will put it into a basket with other donated wines to turn into a wonderful silent auction item.

Go Grants are an important element of the Connecting Women in Business Group. Grants provide small grants to girls in grades 6 to 10 in the Char-Em ISD service area and reach out to young girls in the area who have an idea and a passion to try something new. Grants range up to $500. Call Lisa Hoyt at the Chamber 347-4150 for more details.

 

Be a sponsor at the Connecting Women in Business October 21 Fundraising Luncheon

Looking for a way to share news or educate women in business in this region about your business? Consider being a sponsor of the October 21 Connecting Women in Business Fundraising luncheon for the Go Grants program. We expect to have 80-100 attendees at this event which will run from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. There will be a silent auction to raise monies for the Go Grants program.

 

For $150 Sponsorship you will be provided:

* A covered table for display

* Your admission to the event $35

* Recognition as a sponsor in pre-event publicity and at the event

* Microphone time at the event
Connecting Women in Business Membership Renewal Time
It is time to renew your membership in CWIB now. Membership is valid from October 2014 to September 2015. An individual rate is only $25 and the corporate rate is $50. Under the corporate rate, up to 10 employees of your company can be listed as a member and receive the member pricing. By being a member you save $5 on admission for most lunch meetings. You can find the link to the membership renewal form here.
2014 Athena Award Nominations Now Being Accepted

We are now seeking nominations for the 2014 Athena Award, which will be presented at this year's Breakfast for Champions on December 9, 2014 at Odawa Casino.


 

Dave Kring Chevrolet Cadillac is proudly sponsoring this award that recognizes a community member for their impact on the growth and success of girls and women in our region. The winner will join the astounding ranks of amazing women that have received this award every year at Breakfast for Champions. Download a form HERE or email lisa@petoskey.com and she will email a form to you. 
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