Blair Business Mirror to Be Published Tomorrow
Attention Retailers: It’s Time to Network!
“Refresh Leadership” to Be Held on Wednesday
Chambers to Partner on Epworth Ribbon Cutting Event
Business BEFORE Hours Set for Friday at Catholic Charities
American Eagle Paper Mills to Host Safety Tour
Pirates President to Speak at April “Breakfast Club”
Chamber Golf Classic Registrations Being Accepted
Power Card Offers: They’re Changing Every Day
Applications Available for the Next Leadership Blair County Youth Class
Congratulations . . .
Blair Business Mirror to Be Published Tomorrow
The April issue of the Blair Business Mirror will hit the streets tomorrow as a supplement to the Altoona Mirror. The cover feature will highlight the 40th anniversary of Fort Roberdeau. Inside features include a Q&A with Steve Clark and a look at the Chamber’s new affiliation with ReadyNation. Copies of the Blair Business Mirror will be mailed to all Chamber-member businesses by the end of the week.
Attention Retailers: It’s Time to Network!
The Chamber’s newest re-branded initiative – Blair County Retail – will officially launch its first event to bring together local retailers interested in making the county a greater shopping destination for people inside and outside the region. Blair County Retail has planned to alternate between an informational meeting and a networking event every-other-month. A networking event will begin that schedule. The event will be held this Wednesday, April 13th at U.S. Hotel in Hollidaysburg from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. It will include hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. The cost is $10/person for Chamber Members and $12 for non-members. Anyone in retail is encouraged to attend. To register, contact The Chamber at 943-8151 or register online.
“Refresh Leadership” to Be Held on Wednesday
The Blair County Chamber’s Small Business Partners will partner with Express Employment Professionals on the “Refresh Leadership” program. The simulcast event will be shown at The Arc of Blair County this Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Among the speakers will be Marshall Goldsmith, Shaquille O’Neal and Kaplan Mobray. The cost to attend is $20 for Chamber Members and $30 for non-members. Continental breakfast is included. To register, call The Chamber at 943-8151 or register online.
Chambers to Partner on Epworth Ribbon Cutting Event
The Blair County Chamber of Commerce and the Tyrone Area Chamber of Commerce will partner on a ribbon cutting event for Epworth Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. The event is scheduled for this Thursday, April 14th at 3:30 p.m. and will be held in the Skilled Nursing building, 951 Washington Ave., Tyrone. Epworth Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is celebrating the completion of recent large-scale renovations to its skilled nursing building, offering comprehensive care for therapy and short-term rehabilitation. The Center is in its 95th year as an integral part of the Tyrone community, serving its residents and those from surrounding areas with care and compassion. Epworth also offers a 102-bed skilled nursing facility, as well as independent living apartments for personal care.
Business BEFORE Hours Set for Friday at Catholic Charities
The Blair County Chamber of Commerce will hold Business Before Hours on Friday, April 15, from 7:30-9:00 a.m., at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, located at 1300 12th Ave, Altoona. The event will include breakfast from Tom & Joe's Restaurant and information about programs offered through Catholic Charities. There is no cost to attend for Chamber Members. Non-members may attend at $10 per person. To make reservations call the Chamber at 943-8151 register online.
American Eagle Paper Mills to Host Safety Tour
American Eagle Paper Mills in Tyrone will host a tour of its facility as part of the Blair County Chamber’s Safety Committee program this Friday, April 15th from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. The program will begin with a light breakfast at the plant and a short presentation prior to the tour itself. Attendees are asked not to wear open-toed or high heel shoes. Parking is across the street from the main entrance to the plant and attendees should check-in at the security building. The cost to attend is $20 for Chamber members and $30 for non-members. To register, call the Chamber at 943-8151 or register online.
Pirates President to Speak at April “Breakfast Club”
Frank Coonelly, President of the Pittsburgh Pirates since 2007, will be the featured speaker at the next Blair County Chamber “Breakfast Club,” set for April 21st beginning at 7:45 a.m. at The Casino at Lakemont Park. Prior to coming to the Pirates, Coonelly had served as a Senior Vice-President in the Commissioner’s Office where he was in charge of various matters including arbitration hearings and draft bonuses. He was born and raised in Philadelphia, earned a bachelor’s degree from Penn State University and a law degree from Catholic University. The cost to attend Breakfast Club is $18 for Chamber members and $30 for non-members. To register, contact The Chamber at 943-8151 or register online. Corporate sponsor of the April Breakfast Club is SCORE! Sports Consignment.
Chamber Golf Classic Registrations Being Accepted
Registration is now open for the Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Chamber Golf Classic. The Classic will be held on Monday, May 9 at Iron Masters Country Club with a lunch/registration at 11:00 and tee off at Noon. If you are interested, simply complete the registration form and return to the Chamber! Any questions, please contact Stacy Hoover at the Chamber, 943-8151.
Power Card Offers: They’re Changing Every Day
The Chamber’s Power Card is now in the hands of nearly 30,000 Chamber Members and the discounted offers are changing every day. If you haven’t checked the Power Card list in awhile, you might want to do so. Some great offers have been added since you last looked. And if you’re a Chamber Member who still hasn’t received your Power Card, call us at 943-8151 and we’ll arrange to get a card to you.
Applications Available for the Next Leadership Blair County Youth Class
Applications are now available for the 2016-17 Leadership Blair County Youth Class. Those applications can be secured at the guidance office of area schools or by clicking here. If you know a high school freshman who shows leadership potential, encourage them to apply. For more information, contact Judy Juda at 943-8151 or email her at jjuda@blairchamber.com.
Congratulations . . .
. . . to Fort Roberdeau’s Veterans Recognition Program which received the Excellence in Recreation and Parks Award from the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society in recognition of efforts to promote parks and recreation as an essential community service.
Power Card Offers: They’re Changing Every Day
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Upcoming Events
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Refresh Leadership
Wednesday, April 13
The Arc of Blair County
8:30 a.m. - Registration
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Program
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Blair County Retail Networking
Wednesday, April 13
U.S. Hotel
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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Business BEFORE Hours
Friday, April 15
Catholic Charities of
7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
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Safety Tour
Friday, April 15
American Eagle Paper Mills
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
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Breakfast Club
Thursday, April 21
The Casino at Lakemont Park
7:45 - 9:00 a.m.
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Business After Hours
Thursday, April 28
Amber Terrace at Altoona Center for Nursing Care
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
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Highmark Chamber Golf Classic
Monday, May 9
Iron Masters Country Club
11:00 a.m. - Registration/Lunch
Noon- Classic Starts
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Breakfast Club
Thursday, May12
The Casino at Lakemont Park
7:45 - 9:00 a.m.
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Upcoming Committee Meetings
Week of 4/11/2016
BASICS Steering Committee
Monday, April 11, 8:00 a.m.
GACTC
Presidents' Forum Steering Committee
Mondy, April 11, 1:30 p.m.
The Chamber
Chamber Ambassadors
Tuesday, April 12, 8:00 a.m.
Devorris Center
Committee of Non-Profits
Tuesday, April 12, 9:00 a.m.
Devorris Center
WE-LEaD Focus Group
Wednesday, April 13, 8:00 a.m.
Devorris Center
Attractions/Hotel Roundtable
Wednesday, April 13, 8:15 a.m.
Fort Roberdeau
LBC Adult Committee
Wednesday, April 13, 3:00 p.m.
The Knickerbocker
WE-LEaD Focus Group
Wednesday, April 13, 5:15 p.m.
Devorris Center
Coalition on Sustainability
Thursday, April 14, 1:30 p.m.
The Chamber
WE-LEaD Focus Group
Thursday, April 14, 5:15 p.m.
Devorris Center
YEA! Steering Committee
Friday,April 15, 8:30 a.m.
Devorris Center
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