The ChamberLink
October 23, 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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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month!
The Chamber is grateful for Cherokee Family Violence Center (CFVC)’s ongoing support of domestic violence survivors in our community. We know that true support is more than just wearing t-shirts; that’s why our team is committed to raising awareness by shining a spotlight on the issue of domestic violence in our area.
- In 2019 there were 3,593 domestic violence related calls made to Cherokee County 911.
- CFVC’s transitional housing development for families affected by domestic violence is one of the largest of its type in the nation.
- Last year, CFVC staff and volunteers served 1,876 people who were affected by domestic violence.
- 218 Temporary Protective Orders were filed by CFVC legal advocates to support survivors needing protection from abusers.
For the remainder of October, CFVC and the Cherokee County Domestic Violence Task Force will celebrate domestic violence survivors by sharing their stories on their social media platforms. Visit Facebook.com/CCDVTaskForce and Facebook.com/CFVCinfo to learn more about the cause and how you can help.
We invite you to join CFVC and the Cherokee County Domestic Violence Task Force on Thursday, October 29, as they honor the memory of our neighbors and friends lost to domestic violence during the past year. A Virtual Vigil will be held in their memory, hosted on the CCDV Task Force’s Facebook page using the link above.
If you would like to support CFVC during #DVAM2020,
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Sofia Lobo
Casa Lobo Mexican Restaurant
Facebook.com/CasaLoboMex
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Blake Matheson
Drake US, LLC
678-410-2872
Dump Truck
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Anita Borders
Northside Hospital Cardiovascular Institute
404-962-6000
Healthcare
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John Lovell
Warrior Poet Society
404-384-0801
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This online leadership series offers 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 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 (10/15/2020), 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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Thursday, November 12th
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Webinar
Five Methods to Conflict Resolution
PRESENTED BY:
Daniel McCoy,
KSU Small Business Development Center
Conflict occurs in our workplace almost daily with clients, coworkers and other stakeholders. Often it is a simple answer to resolve the issue, but there are times when conflict can cause productivity to suffer, cause emotional stress, employees to leave or possibly worse. Conflict resolution is a way for two or more parties to find a peaceful solution to a disagreement among them. When a dispute arises, often the best course of action is negotiation to resolve the disagreement.
This webinar examines the tools you can use to understand conflict and improve as a Conflict Resolution Negotiator. Discussion includes five methods of dealing with conflict and the six steps to take in the conflict resolution process.
Cost: $10
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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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 (10/15/2020), 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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