Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce
Monthly Newsletter
April 2020
We are updating this list daily as new resource information and links become available!

If you are needing additional help or have specific questions you cannot find answers to on the provided information links, please email us at  info@fortsmithchamber.com  or call us at 479-783-3111 and we will help research the answer for you.
The 2020 Census is happening now. You can respond online, by phone, or by mail!

You can click the photo above now to take the 2020 Census or click here to learn more about taking the census.

The 12-digit Census ID that was included in your postcard mailing to your home address is not required to complete the Census. You can answer questions about your address to ensure connection to your Census ID.
Don't delay, take the 2020 Census TODAY!

#youcount #everyonecounts #makeadifference
We know that many of our Fort Smith Chamber members are having to change the way they operate and we want to help them stay strong throughout this COVID-19 situation.  SHOP LOCAL   has became even more important as we fight to help each stay healthy and keep our economy going regionally.

We will also share these offers out on our Facebook page individually from the businesses as they inform us of their options and offers. If you are a member of the Fort Smith Chamber and would like to inform us of an offer to share, please fill out this survey:  https://www.cognitoforms.com/FortSmithRegionalChamberOfCommerce/covid19offersfromfortsmithchambermembers
Due to venue availability, federal guidance, and out of an abundance of caution, the Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce is rescheduling our 2020 Signing Day Breakfast and Business Expo & Career Fair.

Originally scheduled for May 1st  , the event is now scheduled for  June 12th at the Fort Smith Convention Center. While this postponement is unfortunate, we take this step in order to best ensure we protect our community members, as well as industries in this region.

As we near  June 12th , we will send out updated information on the event and how to participate. The registration link is still open if you wish to sign up now and stay connected when we send out further communications.

We hope you will join us in looking forward to the opportunity to highlight the many business services and career opportunities our region can offer.

Friday, June 12th
9:00am-3:00pm
Breakfast Event 7:30am-9:00am
Fort Smith Convention Center
55 S. 7th Street
Education News & Events!
Don't Miss This Opportunity! Leadership Fort Smith Applications for the Class of 2021 are Open!

Our motto "Learn. Connect. Lead." states our goal very simply -- to give participants learning opportunities, connect them to the community, and give them the tools to lead. We also use the phrase "back-stage pass" because our sessions give the class an amazing behind the scenes experience. It is both a professional development and community leadership program like no other!
Member Spotlight!
Ambassador of the Month

To visit Mishelle and her team, stop by 5800 Rogers Avenue in Fort Smith, Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am-5:30 pm and Friday from 9:00 am-6:00 pm.
Congratulations to  Mishelle Davis  of  United Federal Credit Union  for being our February 2020 Ambassador of the Month.

As Branch Manager at United’s Rogers Avenue location, Mishelle leads her team to deliver an outstanding experience by building lifelong relationships with Members. She is responsible for providing first-class products and services, as well as setting the bar for what it means to be part of Team United. Mishelle has been with United for nearly ten years of her 19-year banking career, and has a passion for her community and helping others.

Mishelle enjoys volunteering and serving in the community and has lived here for over 32 years—currently in Fort Smith. She was previously named the Ambassador of the year for the Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce in 2016, graduated Leadership Fort Smith in 2017, is on the Education Committee for the Chamber, serves on the Board of Advisors for the Mercy Health Foundation as co-chair, is on the leadership team of the River Valley Business Networkers group and is a community member student interviewer at ARCOM.