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November, 2018

New Chamber Professional

Boot Camp

Finance. Engagement. Advocacy. Communication. Relevancy. Boards. Volunteers. Members.

It can all be a little overwhelming - especially if you are new to organization management and the chamber industry. That's why we've designed this New Chamber Professional Boot Camp! This is a ONE-day crash course on all things chamber of commerce. While the program has been developed for executives and staff who have been on the job two years or less, anyone is welcome to attend! Because we all need a little refresher on occasion!

The program is also open to chamber volunteer leaders like the board president/chair and volunteer leaders from AEDCE member organizations are able to attend at the member rate.

During the course, you will be able to ask all of your questions and receive input from other professionals with proven ability in the field of chamber operations. Plus, all chamber executives will be matched with a seasoned chamber professional to help serve as a mentor for continued follow-up.

November 29, 2018 in Little Rock. Only $25/person for AEDCE members!

Learn More and Register

AEDI Releases Arkanstats

In October, AEDI launched a new statewide economic development dashboard, Arkanstats.

Arkanstats provides data, information, and analysis for those interested in the economic development of Arkansas.

Please check out the tool and provide feedback to AEDI on your use and future application.

Visit Arkanstats

AEDCE Member Spotlight

November's AEDCE Member Spotlight is on:

Vicki Malpass with Winrock International

Chris Murphy with Entergy Arkansas

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AEDCE Resource Guide

US Chamber of Commerce Accreditation

What does it take to become an accredited chamber of commerce? Of the 7,000 chambers in the US, 208 are accredited with 6 being Arkansas-based chambers.

Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce
Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce
Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce
Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce
Searcy Chamber of Commerce
Springdale Chamber of Commerce

Learn what it takes and how to start your chamber on this process.

US Chamber Accreditation

State Chamber Tax Seminar

El Dorado, AR on 12/4

The State Chamber and partners will host three tax seminars this fall across the state. This half-day program will highlight federal tax reform, state tax reform tax force discussions, newly developed opportunity zones, sales tax nexus, business taxes and incentives, what sovereign immunity means for taxpayers, and more.

Please feel free to share this information with your members!

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Save the Date!

Arkansas Economic Development Foundation Luncheon

AEDF will hold a luncheon on Wednesday, January 30th in Little Rock at the Statehouse Convention Center. The featured speaker will be John Furner, CEO of Sam's Club. More details to be released soon!

For more info, contact Becky Rogers at Entergy Arkansas.

Arkansas State Chamber/AIA Annual Legislative Reception

The 2019 Legislative Session is slated to begin on January 14th and the Arkansas State Chamber/AIA will hold its Annual BIG TENT Legislative Reception on Tuesday, January 22nd from 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm in Little Rock (State Chamber parking lot).

There is no cost to attend this event and it's a great way to kick-off the legislative session! Make plans now to be there!

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