The ChamberLink
November 12, 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
Wednesday, November 17th
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.
Thursday, December 9th
10:00 AM – Noon
No Cost
Are you thinking about becoming your own boss? The Starting a Business Webinar covers all areas that are involved in starting your own business. This class will cover important tools and resources a business owner needs to establish a solid foundation during its early formative years. Often, new business owners “don’t know what they don’t know”. This class will equip you to be able to ask all the right questions as you are planning and forming your business.
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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. |
The Chamber's Education Committee is holding a School Supply Drive. The supplies collected will be donated to Title I Schools in the Cherokee County School District.
Donations will be accepted at the Chamber through the month of November, or you can bring them to the December Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast. 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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HTL-Strefa, Inc.
Rita Greenlees
Manufacturer - Medical Devices
SpeeDee Oil Change,
Tire & Auto Care
Jim Azar
Automobile Repair
& Service Center
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All applications must be submitted by Noon, Monday, December 6, 2021. |
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Nominees are currently being sought for the prestigious First Citizen of Cherokee County Award. The distinct title of First Citizen of Cherokee County is bestowed upon a man or woman who has resided in the county for a minimum of five years and has shown significant meritorious service to his or her community through family, civic and/or religious involvement.
Sponsored by the Chamber, the 47th Annual First Citizen will be announced during the organization’s Annual Meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 20, 2022, at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center located in the Cherokee County Administration Building, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton.
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TEEN LEADERSHIP CHEROKEE CLASS OF 2022 |
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The Chamber is now accepting applications for the Teen Leadership Cherokee Class of 2022. Students must be in 10th grade to apply.
The mission of Teen Leadership Cherokee, which graduated its first class in 2001, is for participants to lead, educate, aspire, and drive themselves so that they may confidently become our community’s next generation of leaders. Participants will develop a sense of community while discovering the impact of teamwork upon their peers, their schools, and Cherokee County.
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Tuesday, November 16th
Doors open at 8:00 AM for networking!
Program starts at 8:15 AM.
LOCATION:
Chamber Board Room
Now that you've joined the Chamber, it's time to get oriented! Coffee & Connections provides the Chamber's newest members with the opportunity to learn more about the Chamber, its programs and benefits. Committee activities and volunteer opportunities are highlighted. Attendees also learn about their fellow new members.
Contact Kaylee Jones at 770-345-0400 or
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Tuesday, November 16th
4:30 - 6:00 PM
SPONSOR:
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LOCATION:
The Children's Haven
1083 Marietta Highway
Canton
COST:
Chamber Members (advance): $5
Chamber Members (on-site): $10
Future Members: $10
Advance registration is due by 5 PM on Friday, 11/12 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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Thursday,
November 18th
2:00 - 3:00 PM
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Webinar:
12 Month Marketing Plan
& Social Media Calendar
PRESENTED BY:
Stephanie Hines
This workshop will help you create, build and manage your marketing plan, and social media presence, while simultaneously training you to be up to speed on the ins and outs of marketing. If you've been feeling overwhelmed with your marketing and frustrated with a lack of solid results, you're not alone.
Many business owners find it challenging to properly reach their ideal clients and struggle to stay consistent with their marketing and social media.
Stephanie Hines, Business & Marketing Coach, will walk you step by step through creating your 12 Month Marketing Strategy Plan, and Social Media Calendar, so you can stay consistent, automate, and get results quickly with your marketing.
The goal of this workshop is to help give you the confidence, knowledge and plan to go from marketing misery to MASTERY! This will be an interactive workshop where you will create your 12 Month Marketing Plan and Social Media Calendar!
Included with this workshop is the same "12 Month Marketing Plan & Social Media Calendar" that Stephanie's agency uses with her clients.
Cost: $10
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Wednesday,
December 1st
10:00 - 11:30 AM
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Webinar:
Leadership Out of the Box
4D Leadership Development Framework
PRESENTED BY:
Dr. Loretta Daniels, Ph. D., CDP
KSU College of Professional Education
Many leaders were struggling to meet their organizational goals before the onset of a pandemic and even more so now.
The Leadership Out of the Box workshop is a professional and leadership development program designed for all levels of leaders. Whether you are an entrepreneur or corporate executive, you will learn how to apply the concepts and practices from the 4D Leadership Development Framework to integrate the best practices to take your professional development and leadership skills to the next level.
You will learn to identify and focus on the core areas of leadership to drive performance:
- Focused on Development: Strategy, Vision, Innovation, Organizational Change
- Focused on Delivering: Execution, High Productivity, Talent Development, Relationship Cultivation
- Focused on Driving: Performance, Coaching, Collaboration, Team Development
- Focused on Directing: Operations Flow, Process Management, Project Management, Quality Control
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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Thursday, December 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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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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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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Wednesday, December 8th
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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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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Truett's Chick-fil-A Woodstock |
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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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Deadline to register, Noon on Monday, 12/7. |
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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, December 9th
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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(The meeting link will be emailed to you.)
Contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or
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Tuesday, December 14th
4:30 - 6:00 PM
SPONSOR:
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LOCATION:
The Rock Barn
658 Marietta Highway, Canton
COST:
Chamber Members (advance): $5
Chamber Members (on-site): $10
Future Members: $10
Advance registration is due by 5 PM on Friday, 12/10 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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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, December 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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