Welcome Leadership Huntington Class of 2024-2025 👋 | |
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What an amazing start to Leadership Huntington for the Class of 2024-2025, presented by Marshall Health Network! The class was welcomed by 2023-24 Leadership Huntington classmates Megan Archer, Digital Marketing and Media Manager at Marshall Health Network and Matt James, VP of Alumni Relations at Marshall University; Christian Spears, Marshall University Director of Athletics; and Casey Leguire, SVP at Peoples Insurance Agency.
The excitement continued with a fun fact scavenger hunt—did you know one of our classmates met Usher in Germany? We then delved into business etiquette with Pam Harvit from the Harvit School of Etiquette and Protocol.
Day 2 was just as inspiring, featuring a Design Thinking workshop led by Marshall University's Dr. Ben Eng and Paige Leonard, focusing on innovative solutions for human-centered problems. We also explored our strengths with a CliftonStrengths overview by Laura Seybold of Shine Consulting.
Thank you to Peoples Bank for sponsoring our orientation, Mountwest Community & Technical College for hosting us, and Butter It Up at The Market for keeping us caffeinated! Here’s to an incredible year ahead!
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In Your Business Podcast S2E15 🎙️
The Business of Winning - Christian Spears
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In this episode of In Your Business, we sit down with Christian Spears, Marshall University's Director of Athletics, to explore the powerful connection between Marshall Athletics and the local business community.
Marshall Athletics is more than just sports programs; it's a driving force behind economic growth, community engagement, and the broader identity of Huntington, West Virginia. Join us as we discuss how Marshall Athletics supports local businesses, the ways the business community can give back to the program, and the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) on Marshall’s student-athletes. We’ll also dive into what it’s like working with Marshall University President Brad Smith and explore Christian's goals for the future.
Thank you to our presenting sponsor Moses AutoMall of Huntington and our partner Kindred Communications!
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Last week, the Women's Impact Network delved into the pressures of perfection with Jill Rice from Dinsmore & Shohl. Why do women juggle so many tasks and chase perfection in every role? Is it society's expectations or something else? We explored whether these superhuman standards are helping or hindering our happiness.
Stay tuned for more information about next month's event about financial wellbeing.
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Did You Know the Chamber Offers Health Insurance for
Businesses with 2-99 Employees? 📄
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Got Plans This Thursday Night? 🍝 | |
Join Huntington Young Professionals at their next Mixer this Thursday, the 12, at La Famiglia! Enjoy complimentary finger foods and one complimentary drink while networking with other young professionals! | |
Join us at the Business After Hours Expo -
Don't Take Our Word for It! ⭐
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SBA to Help Businesses Affected by Drought ✅ | |
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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that federal Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) are available in Ohio for small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private nonprofit organizations with economic losses due to drought that began on August 20.
The declaration includes the primary counties of Athens, Belmont, Fairfield, Fayette, Gallia, Guernsey, Harrison, Highland, Hocking, Jackson, Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Morgan, Muskingum, Noble, Perry, Pickaway, Pike, Ross, Vinton and Washington in Ohio, and the adjacent counties of Adams, Brown, Carroll, Champaign, Clark, Clinton, Columbiana, Coshocton, Franklin, Greene, Lawrence, Licking, Meigs, Scioto, Tuscarawas and Union in Ohio, and Brooke, Cabell, Hancock, Marshall, Mason, Ohio, Pleasants, Tyler, Wetzel and Wood in West Virginia.
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DTC's 7th Annual Par-Tee for Kids ⛳ | |
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Registration is now open for Developmental Therapy Center’s 7th Annual Par-Tee for Kids Golf Scramble, proudly sponsored by the Hughes Family Foundation.
This year's event tees off in memory and honor of DTC's beloved patient, Tanner Black. Show your team pride by wearing your favorite sports gear!
Your registration includes:
- A delicious lunch
- Refreshing adult beverages
- A custom event t-shirt
- Door prizes
- Green fees & golf cart
- PLUS, the chance to win exciting team and individual prizes!
Spaces are limited, so register now to secure your spot and be part of this fantastic event. Do not miss the opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a day on the green!
For more details and to sign up, visit https://dtchuntington.org/golf-scramble/ or contact info@dtchuntington.org. Let’s make this year’s Par-Tee for Kids a huge success, thanks to the generous support of the Hughes Family Foundation!
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Huntington Children's Museum's Third Annual SandFest 🏝️
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Looking for some fun in the sand and sun, but can’t make it to the beach? Huntington Children’s Museum and Marshall University are teaming up to bring the beach to you! Plan to join us at our third annual SandFest on Sunday, September 15 from 2 pm to 6 pm at the Memorial Fountain behind the MU Student Center. Marshall student groups and local businesses will compete in a tabletop sand sculpture competition to see who will win the Golden Shovel award. In addition to the sand sculpture competition, families can expect a sand pit, sandcastle making stations, STEAM activities and more! This event is free and designed to be fun for all ages!
Proceeds raised during SandFest will benefit Huntington Children's Museum. Huntington Children’s Museum, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, is located at 1700 Washington Ave Huntington, WV 25704.
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Be Part of a Local Christmas Tradition at
Heritage Farm Museum and Village 🎄
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Sponsorship benefits include:
- Exclusive "Sponsor Night" before any public guests (Thursday, Dec. 5)
- Opportunity to have a catered gathering during a night of Christmas Village- have dinner and enjoy the Farm
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Addition of a 5th public night (Sunday, Dec. 15)
- The event sells out, so thousands of guests would see sponsorship/advertising at the event and on social media
For more information, call 304-522-1244 (ext.1) or email jeffwise@heritagefarmwv.com.
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Explore How to Create an Inclusive Working Environment for Employees with American Foundation for the Blind 🫶 | |
ARPA Contribution to Huntington Area Convention
and Visitors Bureau
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Huntington City Councilman Mike Shockley has committed $66,500 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to the Huntington Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB).
These funds will assist the CVB with signage, promotion and marketing riverfront redevelopment at Harris Riverfront Park. The funding also contributes to broader goals of community recovery and resilience in the wake of COVID-19.
“We are extremely grateful to Councilman Shockley for the allocation of these funds to the Huntington Area Convention and Visitors Bureau,” said Tyson Compton, president of the CVB. “While our tourism efforts took a hit from the pandemic, we have been working to not only regain our footing but also to increase our efforts to bring visitors to our community.
“Tourism is proving to be big business for our state, our city and our counties. In Cabell and Wayne counties alone, tourism employs more than 4,000 people and generates more than $330 million in annual travel spending. These funds will allow us to expand our advertising reach while investing in local opportunities, such as riverfront development, that will enhance our attraction to visitors.”
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Hot Wheels Coming to Charleston 🛞 | |
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Following the success of Glow Party, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ is thrilled to announce its new theme for 2025: Glow-N-Fire. This exciting new experience will feature the same level of fun and excitement that fans have come to expect, but with an added fiery twist. Get ready for more heat and action as we continue to bring the ultimate monster truck show to fans at Charleston Coliseum on February 1st and 2nd, 2025!
Tickets and event information are available at www.hotwheelsmonstertruckslive.com, tickemaster.com or the Coliseum Box Office.
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UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS | |
The Monday Morning Memo is Generously Sponsored by | |
Thank You to Our Trustee Members | |
Thank You to Our Investor Members | |
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Please note that the deadline for submissions for "In the News" in the Monday Morning Memo is at
4 p.m. each Wednesday for inclusion the following week. Submitted items will only appear one time in the memo unless discussed and agreed upon with Chamber staff.
Email all submissions to Rebecca Kasey, Director of Marketing, at rebecca@huntingtonchamber.org.
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