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Come join us for the Chamber Social on May 11 from 3:45-5 p.m. at Wild Laurel Country Club (702 Country Club Dr., Townsend) as we welcome our newest members!
All members are invited to network with new and existing members, meet the Chamber Board of Directors and learn how the Chamber can help promote business.
Chamber Socials are open to anyone associated with a Chamber member business. Participation is not reserved to the representative(s) listed on the Chamber membership.
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Join us for in-person Supervisors Training, presented by Wimberly Lawson Wright, Daves & Jones, on May 14 at 8:30 a.m. at the Blount Partnership, 201 S. Washington St., Maryville.
$30 Chamber members / $50 non-members
Topics are "Evolving Law of Sex Discrimination," presented by Ed Trent and "Employment Law Changes And Concerns Under The Biden Administration," presented by Howard Jackson.
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DISCOVER CONSUMER REALITIES |
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May 26 from 8:15-9:45 a.m.
$30 for chamber members / $50 for non-members
This program will change the way companies and organizations look at marketing, sales, advertising, and overall customer experience.
In this session, attendees will learn:
- How marketing, advertising, sales, customer engagement, and customer loyalty have changed forever
- Two thirds of your marketing is occurring without you
- Why this rebellion is redefining the business landscape
- A more human-centered approach to marketing
- How to build a brilliant business when your customers are in charge
All registrants receive a free copy of Mark's book Marketing Rebellion.
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BACK OFF FROM THE "DREADED COLD CALL" |
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Raeus Jae Cannon uses everyday traffic signs to fuel-up audiences in her Networking Training Class on May 18 from 3-4 p.m. at the Blount Partnership (201 S. Washington St., Maryville). REGISTER HERE.
Raeus' vision is to clear the highway of the "dreaded cold call." She has not made a cold call since 1998 and she can show you how to easily never make one again yet build stronger relationships that drive higher
profitability.
Raeus is highly energetic and enthusiastic as she asks you to "read the signs" on the networking highway. Enjoy learning common sense driving tips and techniques you can use before you leave and continue to use for years to come.
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Join us for a midday networking lunch on Thursday, May 20 at 11:30 a.m., at Smoky Mountain Brewery in Maryville. Meet, mingle, lunch, connect, nibble, engage and network with other influential professionals.
Open to ALL Blount County Chamber members, but you must Register Online. This is a Dutch Treat lunch.
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IMPROVING WORK COMMUNICATION |
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The May 21 edition of soft skills classes offered by the Blount County Public Library is quickly approaching.
This Zoom Webinar session is entitled "Improving Communication at Work." Effective communication is an essential component of professional success. Learn practical communication strategies that will help make you a better leader, improve productivity, and combat communication breakdowns.
All participants will earn .5 CEUs per session for participating. They will also receive an email survey two months after workshop participation to assess application of new ideas.
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NEED ASSISTANCE IN
HR, MARKETING OR ACCOUNTING?
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Have you experienced supply chain disruptions, staffing challenges, a decrease in business or a business closure as a result specifically due to COVID-19
Through the CARES Act the TSBDC has received funding to hire industry professionals to provide consulting at no cost for our clients. If you need assistance in the areas of accounting, marketing and human resources contact our center!
Let our consultants help navigate the complexities of business ownership during a Pandemic.
Additional advising services are offered in accounting, advertising, banking, employee relations, employee selection, finance, HR, IT, management, marketing, operations, public relations, sales training, sources of capital
With barriers brought on by COVID-19, we believe small businesses still need that human connection to help identify pools of opportunity. With the simple press of a button, you can find yourself meeting virtually with a consultant who wants to help you and your business succeed on every level.
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Every Monday through August 2
May 10 from noon-1 p.m.
May 10 from 12:30-1 p.m.
May 12 from noon-1 p.m.
May 12 from 10 a.m.-noon
May 12 from 10-noon
May 12 from 1-2 p.m.
May 13 from 10 a.m.-noon
May 18 from 9-10 a.m.
May 18 from 10 a.m.-noon
May 18 from 1-2 p.m.
May 18 from 3-4:30 p.m.
May 19 from 2-5 p.m.
May 20 from 10-11 a.m.
May 20 from 2-3 p.m.
May 25 from 11 a.m.-noon
May 27 from 10-11 a.m.
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REMOTE PAYROLL PROCESSING |
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Local business owner and accountant Saralyn Banks announced the launch of her innovative payroll services firm — Payroll Vault. Payroll Vault introduces a new model for offering payroll services founded on a client-focused, technology-driven approach. The firm differentiates itself from its competitors by offering a highly simplified payroll process that offers a level of personalized service and availability that national chains do not. Learn more.
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May 10-16
May 17-23
Save the Date
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BE SURE YOU'RE FOLLOWING US |
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If you aren't following us on social media, you must. We are constantly updating information as each day progresses. So, give us a like and stay up-to-date as we move through this crisis.
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Here's a great way to offer Member-to-Member deals using your chamber member account. Check the deals.
Members can post Coupons and Discounts to this page at no charge. Click Here
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