The ChamberLink
September 10, 2021
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Work ON your Business,
Not just in it!
The UGA SBDC at Kennesaw State University offers educational webinars for small business owners and key employees on a variety of topics. The sessions are an economical and convenient way to learn new skills and educate your employees. Check out all of our available training programs on our Facebook Events.
Upcoming Webinars
Monday, September 13th
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Cost: $29
Want to bring in new customers and grow your sales? This webinar explores the six key steps to grow your sales. It will help you to prepare, find and maximize your next sales opportunity. Learn how to identify your ideal customer and zero in on those potential clients. Discussion includes understanding the importance of knowing what is “keeping your prospects up at night” and tailoring your presentation to solve their problems, gain their trust and win more business!
This webinar is a convenient and economical way to train your staff. Great opportunity for small business owners and their salespeople to learn how to close more sales.
Wednesday, September 15th
10:00 – 11:30 AM
Cost: $39
Who is the world's largest customer? Our Government. The federal government alone typically purchases $400+ BILLION in goods and services — from light bulbs to PR, and from landscaping services to food products. Last year, over $100 billion was awarded to small businesses. So, the opportunity is tremendous. However, new small businesses entering government contracting face significant time-consuming and costly challenges. Considering government contracting? Is your business ready for the shift to B2G? Learn how to gain a strategic foothold in public sector procurement and how certifications can help. Attend this introductory program to understand the typical procurement process and how you can more efficiently gain a foothold in federal contracting.
Monday, September 27th
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Cost: $29
Search engines, such as Google, rely upon 4 key drivers for ranking organic listings. Learn how Site Structure, Content, Speed and Linkability affect your organic and local search results. Understanding how these signals are used by Google can help you connect with customers in a digital world.
This webinar examines the four key drivers and discusses how you can use them to connect with existing customers and bring in new ones.
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What is Remote Reader?
Online story-time for teachers to utilize that is easy to access and little to no work for teachers! Also an easy way to pass the time while still engaging children.
How will it work?
Who will read what?
We are looking for community leaders in Cherokee County, high school service club members, and college students to engage children through video with classic children's books.
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For Details,
contact Meagan Nicholson
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To be the premier comprehensive resource for the Cherokee County business community. |
To promote business and the community while expanding the economy and enhancing the quality of life. |
Cherokee County -
Communications Division
Government - County
Jayne Cassella Foundation, Inc
Nonprofit Organizations
SmartGets
Natural Foods Wholesaler
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A special thank you to the following members who celebrated their first year of membership in August! |
Agave Fino Distributors, LLC
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The Chamber's Education Committee is holding a School Supply Drive. The supplies collected at the Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast from September-December will be donated to Title I Schools in the Cherokee County School District.
Donations will also be accepted at the Chamber throughout the months of September, October, and November. You may also make a monetary donation and the supplies will be purchased for you.
ITEMS NEEDED:
Composition Notebooks
Dry Erase Markers
Pencils/
Handheld Sharpeners
Two-Pocket Folders
with Prongs
For Details,
contact Meagan Nicholson
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With tomorrow being the 20 year anniversary of 9-11, the Friends of Holly Springs Police Foundation (FoHS PF) honors all whose lives were lost, and pays tribute to all first responders.
Today FoHS PF specifically honors the loss of Officer Joe Burson, and they want to thank the Cherokee County community for graciously stepping up to take care of Mary Kate, the Burson Family, and the Holly Springs Police Department. The generosity tells a great story about the Cherokee County community!
The FoHS PF appreciates the Rotary Club of Canton for honoring Officer Burson by engraving his name on the Public Safety Memorial in Downtown Canton’s Rotary Park as was announced at this morning’s Patriot Day Ceremony.
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This one-day conference will feature four speakers who will share thought provoking information to be used both on the job and in life!
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Friday, October 1st
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
LOCATION:
Please note: As we will be on Reinhardt University's campus for this event, we will follow their mask guidelines. All ticket purchasers will receive a detailed reminder the week of the conference, which will include current mask information.
COST:
$65/members; $90/future members
Cost includes continental breakfast, lunch, and two networking breaks.
PRESENTED BY:
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NETWORKING BREAK SPONSORS:
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For more information
email Gini@CherokeeChamber.com or call 770-345-0400.
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Tuesday, October 12th
4:00 - 7:00 PM
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SchmoozaPalooza is designed to bring businesses together in a fun and casual networking environment. Exhibitors will have a table top display that will allow them to promote their business and make new contacts while attendees will enjoy door prizes, food, and fun while previewing the latest products and services featured at SchmoozaPalooza.
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Woodstock City Church
150 Ridgewalk Pkwy, Woodstock
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ADMISSION IS FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! |
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Reserve Your Booth Today! |
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Chamber Member Rates
6' rectangle table without electricity: $225
6' rectangle table with electricity (SOLD OUT)
60" round table without electricity: $225
60" round table with electricity: $250
48" round table without electricity for non-profit (SOLD OUT)
Future Member Rates
6' rectangle table without electricity: $425
6' rectangle table with electricity (SOLD OUT)
60" round table without electricity: $425
60" round table with electricity: $450
48" round table without electricity for non-profit (SOLD OUT)
*Must be able to provide proof of 501(c)3 status.
Restaurants and Caterers:
Check out the Taste of Cherokee!
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For more information or to reserve your booth,
contact Meagan Nicholson at 770-345-0400
In moving forward with SchmoozaPalooza 2021, the Chamber is optimistic the event will be held as planned on Tuesday, October 12th. With the safety and concern for our volunteers and staff, as well as the general public being of the utmost importance, the Chamber will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation to determine potential postponement.
As the refund portion of the Space Agreement outlines, in order to maintain the success of this event, if sales do not meet expectations the event can be cancelled by the Chamber on or before October 1, 2021. If the Chamber does cancel the event on or prior to October 1, 2021, a full refund will be given and no administrative fee will be retained.
In the event of a cancellation at any time due to COVID gathering restrictions (as ordered by State Officials and/or event location Woodstock City Church), a full refund will be given and no administrative fee will be retained.
Additional information regarding cancellation policy can be found within the Vendor Application.
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Join us for an hour of lunch & networking with fellow business leaders and your Chamber President & CEO, Pam Carnes!
This members-only networking opportunity will allow you to enjoy food from a Chamber Member restaurant while enjoying the company of fellow Chamber Members!
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Last call to Register!
Deadline Noon on Monday, 9/13.
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Tuesday, September 14th
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
SPONSORED BY:
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LOCATION:
Chamber Terrace Level
3605 Marietta Highway, Canton
COST:
$20 (includes lunch)
Reservations are required,
& space is limited.
Refunds are not provided for this event.
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The lunch will include your choice of meal and a bottled water. |
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Meet & Eat registration is open to all Chamber Members.
Face masks are not required, yet we understand some attendees will be more comfortable wearing them. This is both understandable and appreciated.
Contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or
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Wednesday,
September 15th
2:00 - 3:00 PM
SPONSORED BY:
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Webinar:
Exemplary
Customer Service
PRESENTED BY:
Daniel McCoy, Business Consultant
UGA Small Business Development Center at Kennesaw State University
"If you make customers unhappy in the physical world, they might tell six friends. If you make customers unhappy on the internet, they can tell 6000." — Jeff Bezos of Amazon
Technology changes everything including customer service. With the rise of social media, the concept of ‘word of mouth' is more powerful than ever before. An unhappy customer can tell thousands of people – and so can a happy customer. However, happy customers do not just happen by chance.
Today's consumers have different expectations when it comes to customer relations. Organizations need to redefine their approach to customer service by creating an environment focused on providing outstanding customer service to keep their customers happy and loyal. In this workshop, instructor Daniel McCoy, Business Consultant, University of Georgia Small Business Development Center at Kennesaw State University and SHRM Certified Professional will explore today's customer service challenges that businesses and professionals face and discuss real world strategies to help an organization become a leader in exemplary customer service.
Cost: $10
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Tuesday,
September 28th
10:00 - 11:00 AM
SPONSORED BY:
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Webinar:
Business Ethics
Why & How
PRESENTED BY:
Dawn Stastny
Stellaris Group
In today's competitive world, ethical behavior may at times seem secondary to more pressing business and personal goals. However, the impact of your employees' ethical choices can be just as significant as the impact of your business decisions. Just one poor choice could land your organization in a reputation-damaging scandal, expose valuable intellectual property to hackers or cause you to incur significant personal and organizational fines, or worse. In this session, attendees will learn to recognize common business ethics issues and the associated best practices to avoid personal and organizational harm.
Ethics concern an individual's moral judgments about right and wrong. Decisions within an organization may be made by individuals or groups, but whoever makes them will be influenced by the culture of the company. The decision to behave ethically is a moral one; employees must decide what they think is the right course of action. This may involve rejecting the route that would lead to the biggest short-term profit.
Ethical behavior and corporate social responsibility can bring significant benefits to a business. For example, they may:
- Attract customers to the firm's products, which means boosting sales and profits
- Make employees want to stay with the business, reduce turnover and therefore increase productivity
- Attract more employees wanting to work for the business, reduce recruitment costs and enable the company to get the most talented employees
Cost: $10
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Contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or
Labs for Learning Payment Policy:
Payment must be made prior to the event date in order to hold your seat. Refunds are not offered. If you cancel 48 hours in advance, a credit for a future workshop will be issued.
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Join us for an hour of fast paced networking with fellow business leaders as well as the Chamber Board Chair, Adam Smith, and Chamber President & CEO, Pam Carnes! Before the hour ends, you will have a chance to share about your business or organization for all to hear!
Don't forget to bring promotional items from your business for the share table!
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Thursday, September 16th
10:00 - 11:00 AM
COST:
$5 for Members / $10 for Future Members
LOCATION:
Chamber Board Room
3605 Marietta Highway, Canton
Advance registration is appreciated but not required.
Contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or
Face masks are not required, yet we understand some attendees will be more comfortable wearing them. This is both understandable and appreciated.
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SERIES SPONSOR:
Tuesday, September 28th
4:30 - 6:00 PM
SPONSOR LOCATION:
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6884 Hickory Flat Highway, Woodstock
COST:
Chamber Members (advance): $5
Chamber Members (on-site): $10
Future Members: $10
Advance registration is due by 5 PM on Friday, 9/24 to receive a printed name tag and advance pricing.
Face masks are not required, yet we understand some attendees will be more comfortable wearing them. This is both understandable and appreciated.
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Contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or
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The first ten Members to register will join our Chamber President & CEO, Pam Carnes, for a chat online via Zoom. Attendees will have a chance to share what is going on in their business with Pam and other Chamber Members!
NO COST
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Thursday, September 30th
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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(The meeting link will be emailed to you.)
Contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or
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Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast Meetings
have returned to the Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center.
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Thursday, October 7th
6:30 - 7:30 AM
Registration & Pre-Event Networking
7:00 AM
Ballroom Opens & Buffet Breakfast Available
7:30 AM
Buffet Closes & Program Begins
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Post-Event Networking
SPONSORED BY:
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LOCATION:
Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center
located in the
Cherokee County Administration Building
1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton
COST:
Chamber Member Pay in Advance Registration: $17
Chamber Member On-Site Registration: $22
Future Members: $30
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You may register by clicking below, by emailing
or calling our office at 770-345-0400.
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If you do not have a GMC standing reservation, you must register by 3 PM on the Tuesday prior to the event to receive a printed name tag and advance pricing. Attendees without advance reservations will be invoiced following the event, as there will be no on-site payments.
Face masks are not required, yet we understand some attendees will be more comfortable wearing them. This is both understandable and appreciated.
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Hi, just a reminder that you're receiving this email because you are a member of the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce. Don't forget to add Paula@CherokeeChamber.com to your address book so we'll be sure to land in your inbox!
770-345-0400
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