The ChamberLink
August 13, 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
Financial Alternatives to Start or Grow Your Business
Wednesday, August 18th
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Cost: $29
This webinar discusses traditional and non-traditional financing options to finance a start-up or growing business. Presenter Antonio Barrios of the UGA Small Business Development Center at Kennesaw State University explains different financing options, such as bank loans, SBA guaranteed loans, non-bank lenders, private investors and the myths and realities of grant funding, and how to pick the right financing options.
Empowering E-Commerce:
A Shopify Case Study
Monday, August 23rd
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Cost: $29
Join us along with Laura Thompson, founder of Helium, and the owners of 3 Porch Farm, Mandy and Steve O’Shea, as we discuss how Shopify helped power the farm’s digital operations during the pandemic and set the stage for future growth. 3 Porch Farm is a flower farm that is based in Comer, just outside of Athens. Helium worked with them to redevelop their website and ecommerce processes using Shopify.
This is great opportunity to learn from a small business who moved to ecommerce, how they did it, what worked and what didn't and what you need to know.
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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. |
Captured Moments by Cindy
Photography
Doctor Leary
Nurse Patient Advocate
Healthcare
Jason T. Dickerson
for State Senate
Political Candidate
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GRAB YOUR RUNNIG SHOES!
Next Step Ministries’ 8th annual Run, Walk or Roll 5K will take place Oct. 2nd at First Baptist Woodstock! RunWalkorRoll.com
Your participation in this annual fundraiser helps support day programs for people with special needs in the Woodstock area. Proceeds from years past have made a tremendous impact on the organization's growth. With your support, they are on track this year for their largest 5K yet!
- Regular price of $30 ends 8/31!
- $5 Team and referral discounts
- Contests for Best Team T-shirt Design, prizes and more!
- Teams with 10+ members will get a custom Facebook profile frame to share
Please help make this a fun fundraising event! Invite your friends and help make this the best 5K yet! Email Matt with questions marketing@nextstepministries.net
ABOUT NEXT STEP MINISTRIES...
This 501(c)3 non-profit seeks to change the lives of individuals with cognitive and physical challenges through programs that reinforce their inclusive place in society. Their programs, along with weekly community outings, give the clients an opportunity to live happy, safe and most importantly, fulfilled lives.
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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?
that will be uploaded to the Remote Reader YouTube channel.
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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Monday, August 16th
8:30 AM registration
10:00 AM shotgun start
LOCATION:
Woodmont Golf and Country Club
3105 Gaddis Road, Canton
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Contact Gini Mizelle 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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Tuesday, August 17th
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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Wednesday, August 18th
10:00 - 11:00 AM
SPONSORED BY:
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Webinar:
10 Things You Need to Know About HR to Successfully and Legally Grow
Your Business
PRESENTED BY:
Annette Reyes
The HR Diversity Group
Small business HR is the art of strategically leveraging limited human assets to achieve the best possible results. Properly executed HR initiatives can help small business owners achieve success by helping them tap into the full potential of their most valuable resources.
As the late author Sir Ken Robinson said, "Human resources are like natural resources; they're often buried deep. You have to go looking for them, they're not just lying around on the surface. You have to create the circumstances where they show themselves."
Unleash the full potential of your human resources with the tips and tools that will be provided during this session.
While thinking of signing up for this powerful and insightful session, we might dare to ask:
Why is HR important for small businesses?
To put it in the simplest possible terms: HR is important for small businesses because it sets up your employees, and therefore your company as a whole, for success. HR is the force that drives the processes, workflows, policies, and expectations that determine how people do their work and how people enjoy doing work at your company resulting in strategic business growth and success.
Cost: $10
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Tuesday, August 31st
2:00 - 3:00 PM
SPONSORED BY:
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Webinar:
The Magical Content Mix
PRESENTED BY:
Anna Teal
Teal Marketing
Does your business currently have a content strategy? Or, do you just share and post on a whim when you find something that looks cool? Well, you're not alone! A lot of small business owners operate this way, but what if you developed a divine digital strategy made of the perfect mix to educate, inspire, entertain, and engage your target customer base? There is such a thing as a magical mix for your content. In this webinar, you'll learn how to stop the reactive madness and start elevating your content for better results!
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 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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Thursday, August 19th
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.
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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The lunch will include your choice of meal and a bottled water. |
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Deadline to register: Noon on Wednesday, 8/18. |
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Meet & Eat registration is open to all Chamber Members.
Contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or
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All 2021 and 2022 local, state and national candidates are invited to attend. Those candidates with opposition will have the opportunity to speak. Written questions from the audience will follow. Current elected officials and those candidates with no opposition will be introduced. There will be time for everyone to Meet & Greet current elected officials and candidates before and after the event!
Homemade ice cream will be served by Boy Scout Troop #465. Soft drinks, water and peanuts will be provided by Cherokee County Farm Bureau.
Please RSVP by Thursday, August 26th to the
Cherokee County Farm Bureau Office
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Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast Meetings
are returning to the Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center.
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Thursday, September 2nd
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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PRESENTED BY:
Dr. Mark A. Roberts, President
Reinhardt University
PROGRAM:
Widening the Fields of Endeavor
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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Chamber Member attendees may donate up to two door prizes per company. Be sure to include your business card on the give away items! |
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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!
PRESENTED BY:
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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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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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