Weekly Update
                                                  July 3, 2013

PULSE - CC version

Prorated PULSE Memberships 

 

A great opportunity to try PULSE! Thinking about - or know someone thinking about - joining PULSE to take part in events to promote the next generation of leaders in Greenville? PULSE is offering pro-rated memberships through the end of year ($35 for Greer and Greenville Chamber members/$75 for non-Chamber members). PULSE young professionals (age 22-39) live and work in the Upstate and want to network and gain leadership skills. Learn more at www.greenvillepulse.com.

Join us for a Special PrimeTime Business After Hours to Celebrate our Members & Volunteers!

We're throwing an expo-style Business After Hours on July 16th from 5:30-7:30 pm at Haywood Mall. 

Attention Restaurants: Take advantage of  this great opportunity to showcase your restaurant to area business leaders. Contact Jennifer Powell at 864-239-3729 for info.

SAVE THE DATES FOR PITTSBURGH OCT. 22-24!

The Chamber's Intercommunity Leadership Visit is a great way to learn more about issues facing our region and how other world-class cities have addressed similar challenges. 

 

Request for Project Proposals!

Leadership Greenville, the Chamber's premier LEAD program, has conducted community projects as part of its curriculum for over 25 years. Many of these projects have had a transformational impact on Greenville. Nominations are now open for Class 40 projects. If you represent a local nonprofit and have an idea for a project, please submit your idea by July 12. Click here to download a Project Proposal form.

Special Thanks to & Get to Know our Ambassador of the Month: Sylvia Hunt, Vice President at BB&T

What do you enjoy most about being an Ambassador?

Working with new business owners and helping them stay connected to a wonderful organization that can help them grow their business, while giving back to the communities that they serve and live in.

 

How has being a Chamber investor enhanced your business?

Being a Chamber investor has allowed me the opportunity to form new business relationships and further aide in helping small business owners achieve financial security. 

What is your favorite thing to do in Greenville?
I love trying new restaurants in the Downtown area, shopping and spending time with family.

Attention Manufacturers & Large Employers

Are you considering a wage increase this year? Are your wages competitive? The 2013 Upstate Wage and Salary Survey will go into the field July 15th. Conducted annually in partnership with the Upstate Employers Network, this survey provides information on 152 occupations from more than 130 employers in the region. This survey is geared to manufacturers and larger employers. If your firm would like to participate in this year's survey, please contact Hank Hyatt at hhyatt@greenvillechamber.org

Your Small Business Resource

"Every strategy about everything has to relate to small-business creation and acceleration." -Jim Clifton, The Coming Jobs War

LEARN 

Looking for some interesting reads this summer? Check this out:

7 Best Business Books for Summer Reading by Ivana Taylor, Small Business Trends

 

SAVE

Are you utilizing your Office Depot card? Click here to see the latest list of best buys and sign up to start saving.

 

CONNECT

Save the Date for the Chamber's Special PrimeTime Business After Hours Event at Haywood Mall on Tuesday, July 16th!

Nominate a Small Business of the Month
Have you had a great experience with a small business lately? Click here to nominate them for the Chamber's prestigious Small Business of the Month Award!

Upcoming Greenville Chamber Events 

7/4/2013 Chamber Closed in Observance of Independence Day Happy 4th of July!
7/25/2013 Member Orientation 
Links for Greenville Chamber Member Benefits

Member MarketplaceThis feature on the Chamber's website allows anyone to make requests/view deals from Chamber members. Support fellow investors in our business community and get the word out about your offers!

NationJobChamber members with up to 25 employees can post local job listings for FREE at NationJob! 

SmartBuysThe Greenville Chamber has selected the best discount offerings for insurance, office supplies, shipping, and  telecommunications that we could find. 
Member LoginLogin to this section of our website to add your events to our Member Events Calendar, manage your account, and more!

Mobile Site/AppAccess our Business Directory and Calendars while you're on the go! Click from your smart phone and follow the instructions to upload the icon to your home screen.
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