The ChamberLink
July 31, 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
Marketing Monday:
10 Top Tips to Drive Sales & Engagement in a Virtual World
Monday, August 3rd
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Presenter:
Scott Siegel
Beacon Sales Advisors
Marketing Monday:
Making Sense of the
Modern Day Marketing Maze
Monday, August 10th
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Presenter:
Eric Holtzclaw
Liger Partners
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For questions or to make an appointment with one of their business consultants, email them at
kennesaw@georgiasbdc.org
. They are part of a cooperative grant with the U.S. Small Business Association, UGA and Kennesaw State University so our services are at no cost to small business owners.
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To be the premier comprehensive resource for the Cherokee County business community.
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To promote business and the community while expanding the economy and enhancing the quality of life.
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Beginning in July, some events will return to face-to-face formats while others will be presented via virtual platforms or could be rescheduled or cancelled.
The Chamber Office is accessible weekdays from 9 AM to Noon by appointment.
Those visitors with
out appointments should call 770-345-0400 for assistance. We appreciate your understanding as the wellbeing of the Chamber Staff & Volunteers is a top priority.
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Thursday, August 6th
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Check-in, Breakfast & Parking
7:45 AM
Doors to Worship Center Open
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Program
SPONSOR:
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PROGRAM:
Type 1 Diabetes
(aka Juvenile Diabetes)
COST:
Chamber Member Pay in Advance Registration: $17
Future Members: $30
LOCATION:
Woodstock First Baptist Church
11905 Highway 92
Woodstock, 30188
Good Morning Cherokee (GMC) registration and breakfast box distribution will take place in a parking lot of Woodstock First Baptist Church. Feel free to bring a lawn chair and sit in an open parking space or plan to stay in your vehicle, as a parking space will be left empty between each vehicle to allow for social distancing. Attendees will receive a bottle of water and boxed breakfast upon arrival with the breakfast to include: egg-n-cheese biscuit, side of hickory smoked bacon, granola bar, muffin/danish & fresh seasonal fruit.
At 7:45 AM, the doors to the main worship center will be open, and we will have the program inside with ample space to maintain social distance. Please note that there can be no food or beverage inside the worship center. Trash receptacles will be available at the doors of the worship center. Restrooms will be available in the main building when the doors open at 7:45 AM.
We will keep you informed regarding how we will handle the Good Morning Cherokee breakfasts that were postponed in May & June as well as those planned for September - December.
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, July 31st 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 August 5th.
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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!
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11TH
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
COST:
$20 (includes lunch)
Reservations are required, and space is limited.
Deadline to register: Noon on Monday, 8/10
Refunds are not provided for this event.
MEAL ENJOYED FROM:
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Cheeseburger Bobby's - Woodstock
LOCATION:
Chamber Terrace Level
3605 Marietta Highway
Canton
*Please note that we will have this Meet & Eat at the Chamber - in our Terrace Level, so that there will be plenty of space for social distancing. The meal will include your choice of cheeseburger, chicken tenders or grilled chicken salad with homemade kettle chips and a bottled water.
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Thursday, August 13th
Doors open at 8:00 AM for networking!
Program starts at 8:15 AM.
LOCATION:
Chamber Terrace Level
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.
Based on social distancing requirements, 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 mask are not required, yet we understand some attendees will be more comfortable wearing them. This is both understandable and appreciated.
Contact Nichole Parks at 770-345-0400 or
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Regional Issues Awareness focuses on topics that effect not only Cherokee County and its residents but the region as well.
Friday, August 14th
*7:30 - 8:15 am - Arrival/Networking
8:15 - 9:15 am - Program
*Please note that 7:30 am is the earliest time attendees can arrive based on airport security/protocols.
SPONSORED BY:
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PROGRAM
Cherokee County Regional Airport Update
LOCATION::
Cherokee County Regional Airport
1350 Bishop Road
Ball Ground, 30107
In an effort to ensure social distancing, we will limit attendance at this event.
All attendees should bring a stadium chair,
as we will meet in an aircraft hangar, where no seating will be provided.
Based on social distancing requirements, 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.
There is no charge to attend.
Breakfast provided.
Please feel free to bring your own hot beverage.
770-345-0400, or online below by Wednesday, 8/12.
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Monday, August 17th
8:30 AM registration
10:00 AM shotgun start
LOCATION:
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3105 Gaddis Road, Canton
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Want to get involved in this year's tournament?
Your options are:
Purchase a foursome golf team!
Cost: $700
Each purchased team includes:
Greens fees, Boxed Lunch and Dinner
Registration & meals will be handled following appropriate social distancing protocols.
Two players per cart unless single cart requested.
Hole & Tee Sponsor/Sign
$150 Each
Includes:
Sign with company name printed at hole(s) or tee(s)
Hole & Tee Sponsor/On-Site
$225 Each
Includes:
Sign with company name printed at hole(s) or tee(s)
Two complimentary lunches
Two tickets to attend the post-tournament celebration banquet
Market your business by donating 100 items for Golfer Goody Bags
AND/OR donate a Door Prize for the Celebration Banquet.
(All items should be delivered to the Chamber between July 13 - August 10th.
Please verify Chamber office hours before
delivering.)
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Contact Gini Mizelle at 770-345-0400 or
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Email
with any questions!
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UPCOMING
Chamber Chatter!
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No cost!
(The meeting link will be emailed to you.)
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Tuesday, August 4th
11:00 AM - Noon
Tuesday, August 18th
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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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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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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