Thursday’s “Breakfast Club” to Focus on Trump, Business
Young Professionals to Hold Networking Event at Marzoni’s
Small Business Partners Schedules Speed Networking for February 15th
Informational Meeting Set for Canyons and Casinos Trip
A Few Booths Still Available for Home & Garden Show
Congratulations . . .
Thursday’s “Breakfast Club” to Focus on Trump, Business
The presidency of Donald Trump is likely to mean a variety of changes to American business. How those changes in Washington will likely play-out at the grassroots level in areas like Central Pennsylvania will be the topic of the next Blair County Chamber “Breakfast Club,” set for this Thursday, February 9th, beginning at 7:45 a.m. at The Casino at Lakemont Park. Ben Taylor, Executive Director of the U.S. Chamber’s Great Lakes Regional Office, will present, “Being Prepared for What Happens Next.” To achieve the Chamber’s public policy goals, Taylor develops and maintains legislative, political, media, and grasstops resources throughout Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Taylor leads the Chamber’s efforts to strengthen its relationships with members of Congress through member businesses, associations, and local and state chambers of commerce across the region. The cost to attend the Breakfast Club is $20 for Chamber Members and $40 for non-members. A full breakfast buffet is included in the cost. To register, contact the Chamber at (814) 943-8151 or register online. Corporate sponsor of the February Breakfast Club is Forney Financial Solutions, LLC.
Young Professionals to Hold Networking Event at Marzoni’s
The Chamber's Young Professionals of Blair County will be hosting a speed networking event this Thursday, February 9th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Marzoni's in Greenwood. Cost to attend is $5.00. To make reservations, call the Chamber at 943-8151 or register online.
Small Business Partners Schedules Speed Networking for February 15th
The Blair County Chamber of Commerce Small Business Partners will host a Speed Networking event on Wednesday., Feb. 15th, from 3 – 4:30 p.m., at the Devorris Center for Business Development, located at 3900 Industrial Park Drive, Altoona. The cost to attend is $10 for Chamber Members and $20 for non-members. For additional information or to register, contact The Chamber at (814) 943-8151, or register online.
Informational Meeting Set for Canyons and Casinos Trip
An informational meeting will be held February 21st at 6:00 p.m. at the Devorris Center for Business Development for the Blair County Chamber’s next exciting trip – Canyons and Casinos! The trip is scheduled for June 16 – 24, 2017. The itinerary includes breathtaking views in the southwest including the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Monument Valley, Scottsdale and a two-night stay in Las Vegas. Globus Family of Brands representative, Doug Brown, will offer a presentation on the trip and conduct a question and answer session. Travelers will receive a $107 discount if their deposit is paid by April 15. There is no cost or obligation to attend the informational meeting. Call the Blair County Chamber of Commerce at 814-943-8151 for more information and to register.
A Few Booths Still Available for Home & Garden Show
The Blair County Chamber of Commerce and the Blair Bedford Builders Association are accepting vendor booth reservations for the 47th annual Blair County Home & Garden Show to be held March 3, 4, & 5, 2017 at the Jaffa Shrine in Altoona. Exhibitor booth space is open for home and garden-related businesses interested in showcasing their products or services. The show is also accepting vendor applications for the Home Treasures room. Home Treasures offers a boutique-style setting that features home interior items, candles, spices, hand-crafted items, and much more. To reserve a booth or for more information, call Stacy Hoover at the Blair County Chamber of Commerce at 814-943-8151.
Congratulations . . .
. . . to Presbyterian Village at Hollidaysburg, which has been recognized as one of 16 Certified Centers for Successful Aging in the nation. This recognition is awarded to leaders in the aging profession who create a culture of growth and empowerment for residents and team members within their organizations, through community outreach and support and by becoming a regional resource, providing knowledge and information about successful aging practices.
. . . to the members of the Blair County Chamber who were recently named to the list of 2016’s “Top 100 People” by PA Business Central magazine. They are: Ann Benzel of Benzel’s Pretzel Bakery, Barry Surma of the St. Francis Small Business Development Center, Debra Dellaposta of Doing Better Business, Inc., George Sidney of McLanahan Corporation, Jane Sheffield of Allegheny Ridge Corporation, Jerry Murray of UPMC Altoona, Joe DelGrosso of DelGrosso Foods, Mark Barnhart of NPC, Inc., Matt Paonessa of JMG Services, Michael Fiore of Leonard S. Fiore, Inc., Randy Frye of Saint Francis University, Robert Eyer of Wessel & Co., Stephen McKnight of Altoona-Blair County Development Corporation, Thomas Foley of Mount Aloysius College and Thomas Orr of Young, Oakes, Brown & Company.
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Breakfast Club
Thursday, February 9
7:45- 9:00 a.m.
The Casino at Lakemont Park
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YP Networking
Thursday, February 9
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Marzoni's Greenwood
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Speed Networking
Wednesday, February 15
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Devorris Center
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Business After Hours
Thursday, February 23
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Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries
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Blair County Home & Garden Show
March 3 - 1:00 - 8:00 p.m.
March 4 - 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
March 5 - Noon - 4:00 p.m.
Jaffa Shrine
Breakfast Club
Thursday, March 9
7:45 - 9:00 a.m.
The Casino at Lakemont
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Non-Profit Best Practices
Friday, March 10
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Devorris Center for Business Development
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Upcoming Committee Meetings
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BASICS/Rotary Career Fair Committee
Monday, February 6, 1:30 p.m.
Devorris Center
Safety Committee
Thursday, February 9, 9:00 a.m.
The Chamber
Workplace Wellness Committeee
Friday, February 10, 1:00 p.m.
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