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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
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» click here to view new members
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The Chamber’s April Membership Drive was a huge success! Over 100 members joined during the membership drive and we extend a warm welcome to each and every new member. Thank you for choosing to become a member of this dynamic organization. Your membership is greatly valued and we look forward to serving you.
To our long-standing members, please view the list of new members to familiarize yourself with the services they provide and if time allows, send a welcome letter or e-mail, I’m sure they’d love to hear from you.
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Special THANKS to all all Chamber Ambassadors who assisted with the membership drive and took time out of their busy schedules to be a part of the "Business Tour."
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WORKING FOR YOU
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Often times you may call the Chamber and speak to one of many staff members who work so hard to provide you the services you need and want. We wanted you to be able to put a face to the names of those you interact with.
» meet your Chamber staff!
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AMBASSADOR RIBBON CUTTINGS
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Curves for Women
1401 S. Plaza Way
928.774.6130
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Congressman Rick Renzi
123 N. San Francisco
800.859.2724
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Southwest WindPower
1801 W. Route 66
928.779.1485
www.windenergy.com
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO MEMBERSHIP
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The Proposition 100 campaign is in full swing with just a few weeks left to cast and return your ballot to the County’s Elections Department. The campaign has focused around a City of Flagstaff ordinance which restricts business to no larger than 125,000 feet and no more than 8% of floor-space dedicated to non-taxable items, for example groceries.
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The intent of the City’s ordinance was to limit the ability of larger businesses to locate in Flagstaff. The Chamber of Commerce disagrees with the City’s ordinance and urges a No vote on Proposition 100.
Proposition 100 tells businesses to open somewhere else. We should welcome business and their investments in our community no matter the size. Telling business not to locate in Flagstaff, but seek opportunities in surrounding cities takes sales tax revenue, jobs for local employees, more shopping choices, and out of town shoppers away from Flagstaff.
Losing out of town shoppers, tax revenue, jobs and shopping choices to surrounding towns and communities will certainly have a negative impact on our business community.
Voting No on Prop 100 will ensure we can keep tax revenue, new jobs, shopping choices and shoppers from other communities in Flagstaff.
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“GOOD MORNING FLAGSTAFF” POWER NETWORKING BREAKFAST
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| Date: |
Friday, June 10th, 2005 |
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7:30 – 9:30 a.m. |
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Forest Highlands Canyon Club House |
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Required - click here to register! |
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With the overwhelming success of the first “Good Morning Flagstaff” Power Networking event, the second of our quarterly networking events has been planned! This rapid business-networking event provides you with the opportunity to meet dozens of new prospects.
“Good Morning Flagstaff” includes facilitated networking techniques, a chance to “steal the spotlight” and highlight your business, prizes, entertainment by Vocalocity, a delicious breakfast and community updates from your local officials.
If you’ve ever wondered how networking with Chamber member businesses can help your business grow, this is the event to attend. Bring the entire staff! Find out for yourself and make your reservations today. Space is limited.
Program for Chamber Members Only Reservations Required –Limited Seating Available Pre-pay online: (link to online reservations) Pre-sale tickets $10/$12 at the door if any tickets remain.
2 Great Ways to Highlight Your Business at the Event:
Tabletop Exhibit - Set up a display table featuring your products & services. This is a great way to turn your networking experience into a mini business expo. 6ft. table w/ tablecloth provided. Cost $60, limited space. Contact Cindy @ cmay@flagstaffchamber.com or 774-4505 to reserve your table today.
Flier Distribution - Include your business flier in the “Good Morning Flagstaff” business promotion bag distributed to all event attendees. Fliers distributed with ticket purchase for additional $10 (135 fliers must be delivered to the Chamber by June 6,2005).
Special Thanks to Event Sponsors:
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CHAMBER GOLF TOURNAMENT
TEEING OFF JUNE 2ND!
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Thursday, June 2nd, 2005 |
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Pinewood Country Club |
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Call Nancy Hudson at the Chamber to reserve your spot today - 774.4505 or email nhusdon@flagstaffchamber.com |
Don’t Miss Out!
Make Your Reservations Today! |
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The 8th Annual Chamber Sports Committee Golf Tournament, sponsored by Countrywide Home Loans will tee off Thursday, June 2nd at the beautiful Pinewood Country Club located in Munds Park. A total of 120 golfers will have a unique opportunity to play the course at Pinewood Country Club. Early registration has begun and you can reserve four-player teams now by calling Nancy Hudson at the Chamber, 774.4505. The fee per player is $150 and includes an evening reception and raffle. The shot-gun start is noon.
For three consecutive years, Countrywide Home Loans has been the title sponsor and McCoy Motors will again sponsor a hole-in-one contest for a new car!
Chamber members are also encouraged to advertise their business by sponsoring a tee for $100 or by contributing prizes for the raffle. Sponsorship rewards include: Corporate recognition at a sponsored tee box, a listing in the golf tournament program, an announcement at the post-tournament reception and a special thank you in the Chamber newsletter.
Bob Causey, COX Media is the 2005 Tournament Chairman. He anticipates another sell out year!
Space is limited and selling fast. Take time from your hectic work week and enjoy a day of golf with numerous businesses at this years Chamber Golf Tournament. Call Nancy Hudson at the Chamber to reserve your spot today, 774.4505, or email nhusdon@flagstaffchamber.com.
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FLAGSTAFF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
4TH OF JULY PARADE
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Monday, July 4th, 2005 |
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10:00 a.m. |
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Downtown Flagstaff |
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Call Sarah Whitney at the Chamber for participation and sponsorship information - 774.4505 or email swhitney@flagstaffchamber.com |
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With a strong focus on promoting the community, the Flagstaff Chamber is proud to once again coordinate the 4th of July Parade. Please join us in celebrating our country’s Independence Day by participating in this highly visible and popular event.
Applications are now being accepted with a deadline of May 27th OR 100 Entries. There is a $25 entry fee. Please contact Sarah Whitney (774.4505) if you are interested in participating.
Each year the attendance grows, drawing literally thousands of residents from Flagstaff and Northern Arizona. Part of our job is to make this event bigger and better each year by providing you with even greater opportunities for exposure. We are very excited to announce the addition of some new and special sponsorship opportunities this year.
In an effort to more widely promote the parade 3 announcing stations have been added. At the corner of Beaver & Birch, San Francisco & Birch and in Heritage Square radio announcers will be describing each entry and crediting sponsors! If you’re interested in promoting your business to the thousands of parade attendees and the Flagstaff community a stage or block sponsorship would provide expansive exposure at a very minimal cost.
HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE:
As a STAGE SPONSOR you’ll receive:
- Your business or organization Parade Entry ($25 entry fee is waived with sponsorship)
- Logo on Main Stage Sponsor Banner located in Heritage Square
- Sponsor mentions by Main Stage Emcee a minimum of 4x during Parade
- Logo and sponsor recognition on 5,000 Event Programs distributed prior to Parade
- Sponsor logo and link on flagstaffchamber.com under the Community News and Events tab.
- Stage Sponsor Investment: $300 (limit of 4)
As a BLOCK SPONSOR you’ll receive:
- Your business or organization Parade Entry ($25 entry fee is waived with sponsorship)
- Logo on Block Sponsor Banner
- Sponsor mentions by Block Sponsor Emcee a minimum of 4x during Parade
- Logo and sponsor recognition on 5,000 Event Programs distributed prior to Prade
- Sponsor logo and link on flagstaffchamber.com under the Community News and Event tab
- Location choice of Beaver & Birch or San Francisco & Birch (2 available at each location. Awarded on a first come, first served basis)
- Block Sponsor Investment: $225 (limit of 2)
If interested in any of the above sponsorships please contact Sarah Whitney @ 774.4505
Or email: swhitney@flagstaffchamber.com
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CHAMBER OFFERS FREE
SAFETY MANAGEMENT SEMINAR
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| Date: |
Thursday, May 26th, 2005 |
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12-2 p.m. |
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Days Inn Route 66 |
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Call the Chamber to make your reservation - 774.4505 |
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OSHA regulations affect most businesses, but it can be a very confusing and daunting task to keep up with those regulations. The Flagstaff Chamber is offering a free safety management workshop for any interested business men and women Thursday, May 26, at the Days Inn Route 66. Although the workshop is free, reservations are required. Call the Chamber, 774-4505, to make your reservation.
You'll learn how to manage safety, control risk and comply with the intent of the OSHA standards for general industry. The workshop will also cover background information on OSHA, the Arizona Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1972, and the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH). You'll learn about your rights under the law and your right to contest OSHA findings at your business.
Joe Gates, a training officer from ADOSH, will conduct the workshop. Resource materials will be provided to all participants. The workshop is part of the Chamber's efforts to improve workplace safety for all members. Chamber members can participate in an association program with SCF of Arizona, offering members the opportunity to earn a bonus dividend on their workers' compensation insurance.
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Sakura Restaurant
Located in the Radisson Woodlands Hotel!
Now serving
COMPLIMENTARY Edamame and cup of MISO Soup with purchase of entrée at the Sushi Bar. Available for lunch and dinner.
Click HERE
for more information
or call
773-9118
for reservations.
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WEBSITE DESIGN
IS YOUR WEBSITE:
Generating
LEADS & SALES?
UP-TO-DATE?
CAPTURING CUSTOMER DATA
for EASY future marketing?
SELLING
your services
& products?
If you can't answer YES to all of the above, call me today:
Christa Waydo
Owner
525-2772
Click HERE
for more information!
Designers of the
NEW CHAMBER WEBSITE &
E-NEWSLETTER!
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SEE YOUR AD HERE!
Interested in sponsoring next month's newsletter? 2 spaces are now available for only $50 each. Price includes custom designed banner ad and up to 50 words text copy. Interested members can e-mail Cindy May by click here or by calling the Chamber @ 774-4505
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