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Cody Chamber E-Newsletter - April 8, 2016
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Convention season is upon us!
Every year, the Chamber of Commerce fulfills thousands of requests for convention/visitor bags. We know that there will be several large requests (Fire Soccer and Fire School come to mind) that may require a special communication with local businesses. We offer assistance in this communication in the hope that every visitor to Cody experiences the true Western Hospitality for which we have become famous.
At this time, we would like to invite all local merchants to provide the Chamber of Commerce with a brochure or 'rack card' or coupon that we may use in visitor bags throughout the year. We would ask that you provide us with an initial supply of at least 1000 copies and we will work with you as we run out during the year.
Current large requests to the community include the Fire Soccer Tournament which has grown to a request for 800 bags and a new request for the visitor bags for Fire School which is for 400 bags. Please provide inserts for Fire Soccer to the Chamber no later than April 15 and the inserts for Fire School no later than April 20, 2016.
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The 4th annual Spring into Yellowstone event is coming up May 11 - 15, 2016. Spring into Yellowstone, an annual event based in Cody, Wyoming, and produced by a diverse group of partners, showcases the wildlife, landscapes, and ecology of the Greater Yellowstone Region. The event educates and engages residents and visitors, encourages wildlife conservation and land stewardship, and promotes tourism.
Registration for tours is now open! This year you'll be booking your experiences online! Several tours are already half full, and all are filling quickly.
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The Cody Country Chamber of Commerce is looking for part-time and full-time seasonal Visitor Center Customer Service Representatives to work from May 1 through September 30.
Requirements:
- Customer service, retail, or sales experience preferred, but not required.
- Point of sale, cash register experience, and computer experience preferred, but not required.
- Excellent communication skills that foster professionalism, integrity and pleasant visitor interactions.
- Team player - supports other staff members and communicates effectively and respectfully.
- Hard working - punctual and reliable, with a positive "can do" attitude.
- Availability to work flexible shifts, weekends, holidays and fill shifts as needed.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions suitable to a professional environment.
- Thorough knowledge of Cody/Yellowstone Country and enthusiasm for the area are a strong plus.
These positions offer wonderful opportunities to network and gain customer service/hospitality experience. Join our team to enjoy a fun summer!
Interested applicants please send letter/resume to Visitor Services Manager, Cody Country Chamber of Commerce, 836 Sheridan Ave, Cody, WY 82414 or email - cody@codychamber.org. The application deadline is April 30, 2016!
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2016 Cody Chamber
Board of Directors
James Blair
President
Holiday Inn - Blair Hotels
Mark Westerling
Vice President
Wells Fargo Bank, NA
Theresa Donley
Secretary
Donley Team - Western Real Estate
Leslie Slater-Wilson
Treasurer
Traces of Light
Krystal Baum
Rand Creek Ranch
Paul Brock
Cody Firearms Experience
*Buffalo Bill Art Show
Nancy Tia Brown
Mayor, City of Cody
Keven Buss
SBW & Associates, P.C.
Mike Darby
Buffalo Bill Antler's Inn
*Cody Stampede
Jordan Jolley
Sports HQ
James Klessens
Forward Cody
Ashley McCarten
Pinnacle Bank
Jennifer Rosencranse Roger's Sports Center
Ashley Trudo
West Park Hospital
*Ambassadors
Scott Wagner
Past President
Buffalo Jump Winery
Brett Whitlock
Whitlock Motors
Tom Wilder
Eastgate Liquors
*Committee's
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Upcoming Events
April 8
Spring Home & Garden Show, Noon-7pm. At the Riley arena.
April 9
Spring Home & Garden Show, 8:30am-4pm. At the Riley arena. Sleeping Giant's annual spring fundraiser dinner, 6pm. April 11
Park County Arts Council presents Guy Mendilow ensemble, at Powell High School auditorium, 7:30pm. April 13
St. Jude celebrity dinner, at Cassie's 6pm. April 14
Cody Workforce job & resource fair, 1pm-5pm. Cody High School production of Cinderella, 7pm. April 15
Cody High School production of Cinderella, 7pm. April 16
Bowl for Kids' sake, Noon-9pm. Cody High School production of Cinderella, 2pm. Boots and Bowties spring gala at Buffalo Jump Winery, 6pm. April 19
Cody Center for the Performing Arts open house, 5pm to 7pm. April 21
1st annual Keystone RV sale, at the Riley Arena, 9am-9pm. Live After 5 with the Shoshone Rec. District, at the Rec Center, 5pm-7pm. April 22
1st annual Keystone RV sale, at the Riley Arena, 9am-9pm. April 23
Yellowstone Fire Soccer tournaments (also on Sunday) 1st annual Keystone RV sale, at the Riley Arena, 9am-9pm. April 26
"Window of Opportunity" complimentary seminar with Jack Smalley, 8am-Noon. April 28
Community Health Series - Lunch & Learn at West Park Hospital, Noon-1pm. April 29
42nd annual Fire School (through May 1st) Garage-A-Rama at the Riley Arena, 8am-2pm.
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Upcoming Cody Club
Presentations
Cody Club will now be twice a month, on the first & third Monday of the month (excepting holidays). The lunch price has also changed to $15 per person. April 4 Ambassadors annual Non-Store Front ribbon cutting Watch your e-mail for further Cody Club Announcements!
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Is it snowing? Is it busy or quiet? See it all on the Webcam!
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Newsletter Advertising
Advertise in our newsletter for only $75 per ad per issue. Reach over 700 email addresses! Only Chamber Members can publish ads in our newsletter.
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Vendor space?
Every year the Chamber of Commerce is contacted by businesses interested in renting space during the summer season. If you have an interest in reaching these individuals please contact the Chamber of Commerce and provide us with a description of the space you might have available. They would have to get the necessary permits from the City to do business in our town.
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Get social with us:
 
Feel free to contact us
with any questions at:
307- 587- 2777
Our Mission:
The Cody Country Chamber of Commerce, the community's "front porch", represents the interests of its members and the entire business community, extends exceptional western hospitality and promotes an unparalleled visitor experience.
We're here to help you!
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New members to welcome!
The Heart Mountain Wreck on Wheels roller derby league's mission is to bring the sport of roller derby to the Big Horn Basin of Wyoming. We are focused on promoting health, athleticism and leadership among our members and giving back to our community. Roller derby is an intense, fast paced, full contact sport that is dedicated to the empowerment of women. Practices and upcoming bouts are posted on their website! (307) 899-0896
Apple Jack RanchRemodeled in 2015! Spend the night in this super cute duplex cabin, close to Cody yet located out in the country with magnificent views. Bright and cute with Scandinavian old style furniture. Brand new pillowtop queen mattresses. 43 Walking Star Road, (307) 899-0546.
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Workforce - Job Fair - Thursday April 14.
The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services' Cody and Powell Workforce Centers would like to invite you to participate in the 2016 Job & Resource Fair! Over 25 employers are currently registered with job openings for entry level to professional full time, part time and seasonal/temporary positions.
The Fair will be held Thursday, April 14, 2016 at the Cody Auditorium (1240 Beck Avenue). The Job Fair starts at 1pm and runs until 5pm. Admission is free!
Call the Cody Workforce Center and speak to any staff for further details! 307-587-4241.
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Ambassadors!
Rocky Mountain Equine Hospital is pleased to announce the opening of their new state-of-the-art surgical facility in Cody, Wyoming. Located at 356 West Yellowstone Avenue directly across from Cody Stampede Park, the 6000-square foot facility offers the same advanced diagnostic and surgical services as their Sheridan, WY facility. Congratulations!
The Ambassadors hosted the annual "non-store front" ribbon cutting on Monday, APril 4th. Pictured here in attendance were 3 Dog Rescue, Knights of Columbus, and Stephen O'Donnell (of O'Donnell Gallery, O'Donnell Wealth Management and Shoshone Sage Aikido).
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Cody Center for the Performing Arts - Open House.
Come see their new facility on Tuesday, April 19th!
Come view the expanded business space! We now have three studio spaces, offer several dance classes for children and adults, as well as Theatre classes and programming, Nia and Gymnastics. At 5:30 there will be a small performance by some of the dancers. There will be light refreshments and a raffle for a gift basket.
They're now located at 1527 18th Street!
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Cody Trolley Recommend Cody Tours!
Hiring seasonal staff? Be sure they know about Cody and the local attractions! Climb aboard the Cody trolley for a FREE, fun, fact-filled, three-hour tour that stops at major Cody attractions. You and your employees will learn the answers to the most frequently asked tourist questions. Customer service tips provided!
Everyone should be able to "Recommend Cody" to keep visitors in town longer. On-site presentations by managers of: Buffalo Bill Center of the West
Cody Trolley Tours
Old Trail Town
Cody Nite Rodeo
Cody Firearms Experience
Hidden Treasure Charters
Buffalo Bill Dam
Cody Murals
Dan Miller Show
Dug up Gun Museum
Cody Visitor Center
Cody Cattle Company
(on board presenters: Dude Ranchers) Four Tours available:
May 17 (Tuesday), choose from 10am to 12:30pm tour, or 2pm to 4:30pm tour.
May 18 (Wednesday, choose from 10am to 12:30pm tour, or 2pm to 4:30pm tour. Seating is limited, reservations required. Call the Chamber today to reserve your seat 587-2777. Tours sponsored by the Cody Chamber & Cody Trolley Tours
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Yellowstone Fire Soccer coming up!
The Yellowstone Fire Soccer Shootout will be bringing 70 teams (estimated at 800 kids and their familie) to town for the weekend of April 22-24, 2016. This type of traffic is fantastic for the community but can present challenges if merchants are not aware of the event!
This year we would like you to partner with the Cody Country Chamber of Commerce to welcome event participants. We would welcome your participation with a flyer about your business or a coupon for your business that can be included in the welcome bags that will be distributed to each participant. The items you wish to include in the bags need to be dropped at the Cody Country Chamber of Commerce no later than April 15, 2016 so we have time to stuff all 800 bags.
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"Window of Opportunity" with Jack Smalley.
When: Tuesday, April 26, 2016 from 8am to noon.
Registration and Refreshments at 8:00 am
Event starts promptly at 9:00 am
Window of Opportunity, Achieve your keys to success by building bridges, not walls. Complimentary Community Seminar Presented by Express Employment Professionals, a company dedicated to helping businesses succeed. This program is designed to assist supervisors at all management levels. All professional relationships experience some type of conflict. This is normal, natural and sometimes even necessary for growth and development. This seminar will discuss: Myths and truths of conflict, The need to change your "old thinkers", Sources of organizational conflict and successful ways to overcome them, Seven types to conflict resolution and examples of the successes of each step, Best team-building practices used by today's most successful companies, and more such as: Successful ways of handling the problem employee. This half day event is complimentary! At the Cody Auditorium, 1240 Beck Avenue
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Wyoming Culture Trust Fund - Survey.
The Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund Board of Directors recently approved a marketing and communications plan that includes increasing brand awareness. This baseline analysis will assist us in determining current brand recognition.
The Wyoming Culture Trust Fund is conducting a short brand awareness survey and your input would be appreciated. Click on the link to start the survey, it only takes a few minutes. Thank you for your participation!
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Live After 5 - April 21.
When: Thursday, April 21, from 5pm to 7pm.
Where: Paul Stock Recreation Center, 1402 Heart Mountain Street. With: The Shoshone Recreation District. Come hear about programs and opportunities for the 2016 season! Light snacks and drinks will be provided, and there will be some free day passes given away!
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Free NPS Days in 2016.
The National Park Service turns 100 years old in 2016! On 16 days in '16, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone.
Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates in 2016:
April 16 through 24: National Park Week
August 25 through 28: National Park Service Birthday
September 24: National Public Lands Day
November 11: Veterans Day
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Advertising Opportunity.
Did you know that nationwide, the number one reason people stop at any Visitor Center is to use the restroom? We're taking that to heart here in Cody and we're sprucing up our Visitor Center public restrooms with authentic western décor and beautiful new paint. In the process, we realized that we have a captive audience in that space and our research turned up a trend across the U.S. of restroom advertising.
We are offering Chamber members the opportunity to book valuable space with an annual rate. In both our men's and women's newly decorated restrooms, we'll have 2-3 framed advertisements at 11" x 14" each and you can change the content throughout the year. For just $250 for each spot, you can get your name on our restroom wall in a classy way for an entire year, and reach folks who will naturally have a little time to read what you've got to offer. Ads will run May 1, 2016 to April 30, 2017. To reserve your spot now contact Lisa at 307-587-2777, or email cody@codychamber.org!
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Live After 5.
We're booking Live After 5 & Morning Mingle events for 2016! All dates are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis, but businesses are welcome to join our waiting list. If you'd like to host one, let us know! Contact Liz (admin@codychamber.org) to book your event today! Open Live After 5 2016 dates:
May 19, August 18, November 17, December 15
Currently booked Live After 5 2016 dates: Shoshone Rec. District, Thursday, April 21, 2016
Big Horn Basin Farmers Market, Thursday, June 16, 2016
Beartooth Floral, Thursday, July 21, 2016 West Park Hospital, Thursday, September 15, 2016
Holiday Inn, Thursday, October 20, 2016
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Thank you for your renewals!
Thank you all for your continued memberships with us! This year we have decided to do something a little different, instead of membership postcards to insert into your plaques, we are mailing out membership stickers. These can be affixed to your business windows or doors. Should you require, or prefer a postcard for your plaque, please let us know, we can print those as requested, but please note there may be additional wait time.
We will be mailing out these stickers as renewals come in, so keep your eyes open for yours!
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