The ChamberLink
October 16, 2020
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Essential Education for Entrepreneurs
In order to help small businesses recover from the effects of COVID-19, the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center is currently offering all of its continuing education programming at no direct charge to small business owners, employees and prospective business owners for calendar year 2020, thanks to special funding from the CARES Act. Check out all of the available training programs on their Facebook events or training page.
no cost
registration is required
Wednesday,
October 28th
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
From co-founding the Great American Cookie Company, recovering from a near-fatal motorcycle accident and setting three trans-continental world bicycling records, making two bids for U.S. Congress, and writing legislation for Georgia’s film tax credit that changed an industry, Michael Coles’ story is one of true grit and perseverance. Presented by Michael J. Coles, Co-founder of Great American Cookie Company and former CEO of Caribou Coffee.
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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. |
As you will see on the Chamber’s calendar, some events have returned to face-to-face formats while others are being presented via virtual platforms or could be rescheduled or cancelled. |
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678-581-2622
Steel Fabrication
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770-452-1129
Land Development
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ZenBusiness
Business Consulting Services
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The Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that seven members have been elected to the organization’s Board of Directors. These volunteers will serve three-year terms beginning in January 2021 and continuing through December 2023.
The newly elected Board members include:
Dedre Brown
Georgia Department of Labor
Jeff Butterworth
Georgia Power Company
Sarah Gaither
iBeria Bank –
a division of First Horizon Bank
Scott Gordon
CPL
Jennifer Puckett
In Harmony Pediatric Therapy
Janet Read
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Dr. Mark Roberts
Reinhardt University
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CHEROKEE COUNTY CANDIDATE FORUM |
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Session Two:
US Senate Candidates
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Thank you to the US Senate candidates who participated in Session Two of our Virtual Candidate Forum sponsored by Cherokee County Farm Bureau and the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce.
Watch this session to learn more about these candidates and their thoughts on issues of importance to you and your business.
Session One, which included 11th Congressional District candidates and was featured in last week's ChamberLink, is also available for viewing.
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Tuesday, October 20, 2020
10:00 - 11:30 AM
Webinar
3 C's of Effective Account Management
Customer Acquisition, Customer Cultivation, and Customer Retention
PRESENTED BY:
Loretta Daniels,
KSU College of Professional Education
This 90-minute webinar will focus on the three most effective account management strategies required to acquire, cultivate, and retain customers.
Customer Acquisition: A plan for customer acquisitions is essential to the success of any company at any stage. Companies prefer to focus on marketing at the bottom of the funnel but need to supply the top of the funnel in a structured way for continuous development.
Customer Cultivation: Organizations are investing substantial amounts of their budgets in engaging with new customers and maintaining connections with existing customers. Client development is significant for any company to have a stable and prosperous future.
Customer Retention: Customer retention is influenced by the number of new customers gained and the number of current customers churning - by discontinuing their service, not continuing to purchase, or ending a contract.
Cost: $15
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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Contact Brandy DeBord at 770-345-0400 or
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This online leadership series will offer two sessions, featuring two speakers per session who will share thought provoking information to be used both on the job and in life! |
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Wednesday,
October 28th
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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KEITH PARKER
President & CEO
Goodwill of North Georgia
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AMANDA WILBANKS
Founder & CEO
Southern Baked Pie Company
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Presenters will speak for 30 minutes followed by 15 minutes of Q&A.
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COST:
$40/ Chamber Member - one session
$60 / Future Member - one session
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A link for joining the session(s) online will be emailed to all attendees prior.
Contact Gini Mizelle at 770-345-0400 or
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Thursday, October 29th
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Join us for an hour of lunch & networking with fellow business leaders and your Chamber President & CEO, Pam Carnes!
This networking opportunity will allow you to enjoy lunch from a Chamber Member restaurant while enjoying the company of fellow Chamber Members!
*Please note that we will have these Meet & Eat events at the Chamber - in our Terrace Level, so that there will be plenty of space for social distancing.
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LOCATION:
Chamber Terrace Level
3605 Marietta Highway, Canton
COST:
$20 (includes lunch)
Reservations are required,
& space is limited.
Deadline to register:
Noon on Wednesday, 10/28.
Refunds are not provided for this event.
MEAL ENJOYED FROM:
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Shanes's Rib Shack, Hickory Flat |
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Meet & Eat registration is open to all Chamber Members.
Contact Gini Mizelle at 770-345-0400 or
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UPCOMING
Chamber Chatters!
No cost!
(The meeting link will be emailed to you.)
November 4th
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
December 1st
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The first eight 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 seven other Chamber Members!
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Thursday, November 5th
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
Check-in & Networking
7:45 AM - 7:55 AM
Breakfast Distribution
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Program
SPONSOR:
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COST:
Chamber Member Pay in Advance Registration: $17
Future Members: $30
LOCATION:
Woodstock First Baptist Church - Chapel
11905 Highway 92
Woodstock, 30188
Attendees will be able to network prior to the program both inside in the pre-function area adjacent to the chapel as well as outside. There will be ample space to maintain social distance.
When we go into the chapel for the program where social distancing will be observed, attendees will receive a bottle of water and boxed breakfast.
In keeping with traditional GMC registration guidelines, if you do not have a GMC standing reservation, you must register in advance by 3 PM on Friday, October 30th in order to attend.
We will NOT be able to register attendees on-site.
Everyone who registers to attend, along with all GMC standing reservation seat holders, will receive an email with event details by noon on November 4th.
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This is a great networking opportunity!
Tuesday, November 10th
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
SPONSOR:
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LOCATION:
Events on Main
145 West Main Street, Suite 100
Canton
Due to COVID-19 and limiting the number of attendees,
advanced registration is required and limited to 50 attendees.
Standing Reservations:
Standing reservation holders should RSVP below by Friday, October 23rd.
Standing reservation holders may RSVP until November 6th as availability allows.
Single Registrations:
If you do not hold a standing reservation for 2020 Business After Hours events, you may register as availability allows from October 26th - November 6th.
Chamber Members: $5
Future Members: $10
*Based on social distancing requirements outlined in the State of Georgia's latest Executive Order (9/30/2020), you are aware that at this time groups of 50 or less may gather without separation. Please note that we are being intentionally cautious, so distancing measures will be in place.
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Join us for an hour of fast paced networking with fellow business leaders as well as the Chamber Board Chair, David Simmons, 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!
PRESENTED BY:
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Tuesday, November 17th
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
LOCATION:
Chamber Terrace Level*
3605 Marietta Highway
Canton, GA 30114
COST:
$5 for Members / $10 for Future Members
Due to COVID-19 and limiting the number of attendees,
advanced registration is required and due by 5 PM on 11/16.
*Based on social distancing requirements outlined in the State of Georgia's latest Executive Order (9/30/2020), you are aware that at this time groups of 50 or less may gather without separation. Please note that we are being intentionally cautious, so distancing measures will be in place. Face masks are not required, yet we understand some attendees will be more comfortable wearing them. This is both understandable and appreciated. (This information is subject to change based upon modifications to the State of Georgia's Executive Order.)
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Contact Gini Mizelle at 770-345-0400 or
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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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