June 2024 Newsletter

Membership Benefits

Put Your Business in the Spotlight

Advertising Opportunities in 2024

Member Eblast Rates:

$150/month; 3 months for $375; 6 months for $600

$75/month for nonprofits

Newsletter Inserts:

$100/month; $75 for nonprofit

Newsletter Ad: (2”x3.6”) $ 75.00

Enhanced Web Listing: $100/year

Scholarship Champion: $100, $500, or $1,000

Offer a Member-toMember Deal

As a Chamber Member, you can offer and receive special deals, designed just for Chamber Members, such as a percentage off your company’s services or products, a free service or product, a BOGO deal, you name it!

Set up your Member-To-Member Deal(s) through your Member Portal anytime; Chamber staff will review and approve it and contact you if they have any questions.

Want to see what deals are available? Member-To-Member Deals are found on the Chamber website under “News & Discounts” – remember to check regularly for new deals!

Advertise your promotions, new products, services, or workshop directly to all Chamber members with the Chamber's Membership Promotion E-Blast service! This benefit offers members more timely information to fellow Chamber members as well as savings on the cost of producing flyers.

Membership Promotion E-blasts are sent twice per month. Discounts available for 3, 6 and 12 month promotions.

Contact us at (603) 332-5080 or email: memberservices@rochesternh.org!

Ribbon

CuttingCeremony

As a benefit of your Chamber membership, this public relations service is available to members only at no charge!

A ribbon cutting ceremony is usually held when a business opens, moves, expands, is under new management, or celebrating an anniversary!

2024-2025 BUSINESS REFERRAL DIRECTORY

In preparation of the 2024/2025 Business Referral Directory please ensure we publish your business listing (s) accurately! Visit your member portal and update your information so that it will appear correctly in the new directory and on the Chamber website. Otherwise, please complete and return the attached Business Listing form by August 2.

RECEIVE MORE EXPOSURE!

Purchase additional categories to be listed under for $25/additional category or place an ad in this popular and well distributed guide and stand out!

Thursday, June 13th/ 4:00pm

MEMBERS:

BRING IN YOUR BROCHURES AND BUSINESS CARDS TO DISPLAY AT THE CHAMBER!

Upcoming Chamber Events

Hosted by:

The Greater Barrington, Rochester, and The Falls Chambers of Commerce will present a Multi-Chamber Business After Hours, hosted by Eastern Propane & Oil. This event will be held on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 from 5:00-7:00 pm at their headquarters located at 28 Industrial Way in Rochester. We hope you will join us to network with members of the three chambers. Bring plenty of business cards for networking and door prizes. Register to attend at www.rochesternh.org/junebah

Hosted by:

Be sure to attend the Chamber’s May Business After Hours on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at THE GARAGE at THE GOVERNOR'S NN.

Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. Raffles and prizes. Tours of the Garage area and Rolland Estate (including guest rooms) will be offered. Attendees will enjoy live musical entertainment with The Middlemen band playing rock covers!

There is limited parking at The Garage, with lots of parking next door at the Inn's main parking lots, with paths through the trees to the gardens and venues of The Garage. Register at www.rochesternh.org/june27bah

NOMINATING COMMITTEE UPDATE

CHANGE IN 2024 OFFICERS

In accordance with Article IV of the Chamber’s bylaws, the membership Is hereby notified of the following individuals who have accepted nomination to change their officer roles and serve in the following positions on the board of directors beginning July 1 through the remainder of 2024.

Chair-Elect

Caitlyn Turgeon, HBL Insurance

Vice Chair-Events & Fund Raisers

David Richard, D.F. Richard Energy

Provided no petition to the contrary is filed, nominations shall be closed and the nominees shall be declared elected by the Board of Directors at their next meeting. If a legal petition is filed, a ballot election will be arranged as per the bylaws.

Visit: rochesternh.org/chamberraffle Call the Chamber: 603-332-5080

Or visit one of the following restaurants to purchase your ticket and receive a $10 gift card to that restaurant!

Granite Steak & Grill, La Corona Mexican Restaurant, Lilac City Grille, The Farmer’s Kitchen, Windjammers Seafood Restaurant

EARLY BIRD RAFFLE

DEADLINE: JUNE 28

Purchase your Chamber Raffle ticket by June 28 and be entered for a

The Early Bird

is Sponsored By

-mail: events@rochesternh.org Or visit: rochesternh.org/golf

Raffle

Membership Update

Member Renewals

The Board of Directors and Staff wish to thank the Members listed for renewing their Chamber investments!

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ALTERATIONS

Sue’s Alterations

Susan Knight Phone: 603-330-0044

Email: skgerry1@gmail.com

HAIR & MAKE UP

LE Glam Team

Phone: (603) 767-1904

https://www.leglamteam.com/ On Site Hair and Makeup, New England Area INSURANCE

Foundation Capitol Group

23 Mohawk Trail Way, Strafford, NH Phone: (603) 498-5352

https://foundationcapitalgroup.net/ verify/kellyward/

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Aqua Tech Plumbing and Heating 1083 Rt. 11, Farmington, NH Phone:(603) 988-5760

• All Brite Cleaning & Restoration, Inc.

• BeMobile Verizon

• China Palace Asian Diner

• Cleary Cleaning, Inc.

• Clemento’s Pizzeria & Brew, LLC

• Collins Sports Center, LLC

• Community Action Partnership-Strafford Cty

• Emmanuel Child Care Center

• Eversource Energy

• Feliciano Limousine, LLC

• Granite State Credit Union

• Granite State Gaming

• Grondin Funeral Home

• Independence Financial Advisors, LLC

• Keslar Insurance Agency

• Laars Heating Systems Company

• La Carona Mexican Restaurant

• Lakeside Mobility & Scooter

• Local Pride Heating Oil

• M&T Bank

• My Friends Place

• NECC Boats

• Northeast Credit Union

• Paul Berry’s Electric Service, LLC

• Potter’s House Bakery & Café

• Roberta M Large, CPA

• Rochester Child Care Center

• Rochester Elks Lodge #1393

• Rochester Sports Center

• Roger Allen Recreation Association

• SavATree

• SHARE Fund

• Sherwin-Williams Co.

• Spaulding Composites

• State Farm Insurance—Kevin Ryan

• The Farmer’s Kitchen

• Waypoint

• Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

• Willem Verweij, Physical Therapy

Committee News

WELCOME NEW BOARD MEMBERS

At their December meeting, the board of directors elected four (6) new directors to the board beginning in 2024. We will highlight each of these new board members each month.

This month, we are pleased to introduce you to Mary Henderson, Bank of New Hampshire

MEET MARY HENDERSON BANK OF NEW HAMPSHIRE

We are pleased to welcome back Mary Henderson of Bank of New Hampshire to the Chamber’s board of directors. Mary had previously served on the board from 2009-2014.

Mary has been in the banking industry since 1982. She has been employed at various community banks in Rochester, most recently with Bank of New Hampshire since 2016.

Mary became actively involved in the Chamber in the early 1990’s. In addition to her leadership on the board of directors, Mary has and continues to serve on several committees, including the Ambassador Committee, Annual Awards Banquet Committee, Chamber Raffle Committee and Holiday Events Committee. She also volunteers her time at several events.

Mary also a member of the Thank A Rochester Police Officer Day committee. She previously served on the board of directors of Zebra Crossings and C.O.R.E./ Rochester Main Street.

Mary has a degree in Business Management and is graduate of the New England School of Banking.

Mary resides in Milton and enjoys time with her family, including her son and grandchildren.

WELCOME 2024 CHAMBER AMBASSADORS

The Chamber would like to welcome its 2024 Ambassadors; each month we will feature an Ambassador here, so you can get to know them. Chamber Ambassador play a vital role, as liaison for Chamber staff and members, assisting in member retention throughout the year, and assisting at events, greeting members and facilitating introductions.

Melissa Lesniak

Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty

Melissa Lesniak is a Realtor, the Team Leader, Buyer, Seller, and Rental Specialist with Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty for the past 18 years.

Prior to real estate, Melissa had been in sales & customer service for 17 years. With experience in the retail and pharmaceutical industry, she offers her clients the exceptional service that they need and expect. At Keller Williams Realty, Melissa is a Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and has been among the top producing and most highly recognized agents in New Hampshire & Maine, including being awarded Realtor of the Year in 2021 by her real estate peers.

In addition to the Dover Police Juvenile Diversion Program, Melissa belongs to local organizations, including the Dover, Rochester, and The Falls Chamber of Commerce , is Past President & Assistant Governor for the Rotary District 7780 and the Rotary Club of Dover, advisor with the Dover High Interact Club, and a Big with Big Brother Big Sister of New Hampshire for the past 28 years.

She grew up in the local area and has resided in Dover for the past 52 years. She loves where she lives, works, and plays.

The Ambassador Program is Sponsored By

Hampshire

Update & Member News MEMBER NEWS

BeMobile Verizon Join BeMobile Inc. for their 4th annual Crayon Drive beginning today through June 14th to collect used crayons from the community and get them recycled and repurposed into crayons for day care centers and schools. For information, visit https://fb.me/ e/5kSD1jhzZ

COAST Recognized as Nonprofit of the Year by Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce

FATHERS DAY 5K SUPPORTS COMMUNITY HEALTHDover, NH – Registration is now open for Greater Seacoast Community Health’s annual Father’s Day 5K. This event to be held on Sunday, June 16 at 9 a.m. in Dover. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in this family-friendly run/walk. Event proceeds help individuals and families gain access to health care and family support services through Greater Seacoast’s network of community health centers. These include Families First Health & Support Center in Portsmouth and Goodwin Community Health in Somersworth. “This fun family event allows for plenty of quality time together getting fresh air and exercise. Participants can also feel good that they are helping to support our mission of making health care accessible to everyone in the Seacoast community.” Registration is open at tinyurl.com/fathers-day-5k. The cost is $25 for teens and adults, $5 for children under 12. Same-day registration is available beginning at 8:00 a.m. and the race will begin at 9 a.m.

First Church Congregational will present: the following events: Pride Day Saturday, August 24, 8:00 am to noon.

Harvest Fest Saturday, September 28, 8:00 am-noon. For more information call 603-332-1121 or visit their website

The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program is now accepting applications for the Fall 2024 Cohort. Since 2019, this free program has helped business owners from all across the state strategize and create business growth for their companies. The program is funded by the Goldman Sachs Foundation a not for profit organization and hosted by the Community College System of New Hampshire. Through the program participants learn the skills they need to scale their business for growth. The program includes support of the program faculty and a 1:1 business advisor who helps the scholars work on their business growth plans. The multi-week program is mostly virtual with only two weeks required onsite at Manchester Community College. Hotel accommodations and meals are provided for the required onsite days, so there is never any cost to the business owners. The deadline for the fall cohort is May 28th . Any small business owner who would like more information on the program can apply through the website.

Leone, McDonnell & Roberts Named Firm of the Year

On May 15, 2024, at the Manchester Country Club in Bedford, the New Hampshire Society of Certified Public Accountants (NHSCPA) held its 2024 Annual Meeting and CPA Inauguration. In addition to the newly licensed CPAs taking their ethics pledge, the Society recognized Leone, McDonnell & Roberts as Business Firm of the Year

Life Balance Counseling, Coaching and Wellness is happy to provide resources to the community through our facebook page and blog. Check us out at https://lifebalancecoachnh.com/blog/

MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) MVSB - Nonprofit Beneficiaries of ‘Paintings for a Purpose’ Art Show Announced

Local watercolor artist Dr. Marc Bard will once again be hosting the ‘Paintings for a Purpose’ Art Show this summer with all of the proceeds from the sale of artwork going to local nonprofit organizations. Dr. Bard will be joined by colleague, Dr. John Ingard, whose wildlife photography will also be included in the 2024 show.

In March, the duo accepted submissions from local nonprofits interested in receiving proceeds from the fundraiser. They, and a committee of community members, met to review the submissions and are pleased to announce the following beneficiaries: The ‘Paintings for a Purpose’ Art Show will begin with an opening reception at MVSB’s Main Office at 24 NH Route 25 in Meredith from 4-7 pm on June 27. Artwork will remain on display at the location until the end of July and then will move to the Bank’s Wolfeboro Office at 66 North Main Street. A Wolfeboro reception is planned at the Bank from 4-7 pm on August 1 and artwork will remain on display in Wolfeboro location throughout the month. All are invited to stop in to view and purchase artwork at the receptions or during the bank’s regular hours at mvsb.com/locations.

The 2024 ‘Paintings for a Purpose’ art show will be Dr. Bard’s 5th annual fundraiser. Last year’s event raised more than $10,000, which was donated to the Meredith Food Pantry to support food insufficiency in local communities.

NH Tourism Officials Projecting 4.8 Million Travelers to Visit This Summer Summer travel spending expected to reach $2.6 billion

Concord - (May 22, 2024) – The Department of Business and Economic Affairs, Division of Travel and Tourism (DTTD) is anticipating an estimated 4.8 million people will visit New Hampshire this summer with spending by those visitors expected to reach $2.6 billion. The numbers represent a 3% growth in visitation over last year. everything that makes the region a one-of-a-kind vacation destination, great place to live, and a rewarding area to do business.

Reboot First IT Services is happy to offer our fellow members a 5.5% commission of any customers that they refer to us. This commission will remain the entire time they are a customer of ours. Our standard flat pricing is $119 per user per month and $500 a month per server. We mark up all hardware and software purchases 10%. This gets them 9am5pm unlimited remote desktop support. We charge $199 an hour for after hours, special large projects and onsite support. Please feel free to take a look at our website for our services offered but we do everything the larger guys do. Our website is rebootfirstit.com, if you have any questions feel free to give me a call at 603-389-7340 or email me back here and I look forward to meeting with all of you. If anyone would like to sign up or have questions on this please send them to me directly.

Rochester Opera House Upcoming Shows:

May 31-June 9: Lend Me A Theater presents Into the Breaches

June 1, 8pm John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band

June 2, 3pm Strafford Wind Symphony

June 7, 8pm Johnny Folsum 4 Johnny Cash Tribute

June 8, 8pm Bobby Sings the King An Elvis Tribute

June 9, 7pm The Garcia Project

June 15, 7;30 pm Comedian Juston McKinney

June 21, 7pm Blues Brotherd the Next Generation

June 22, 8pm 2empest A Tool Tribute Feat. Nutshell: Boston’s Alice in Chains Tribute

June 28, 8pm So Good: The Neil Diamond Experience

Call 603-335-1992 or visit rochesteroperahouse.com

Seacoast SCORE will be offering the following free workshops:

Digital Marketing 1 June 3,2024

Business Taxes June 5,2024

Quick Books June 10, 2024

Survey of Digital Marketing Techniques June 12, 2024

Shopify June 17,2024

W-2 or 1099-How Do You Know June 19, 2024

Create Your Business Plan June 24,2024

Unlock Success with Business 101 Training June 26, 2024

To register for these online workshops, visit https://www.score.org/ seacoast/local-workshops

SIG SAUER Academy, the premier firearms and tactics training destination for more than two decades, is partnering with New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) and adding their name to the SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels on Friday, June 21 at The Flat Track.

The SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels will kick off New England’s only NASCAR weekend with thrilling racing from Sprint Cars of New England, two classes of Granite State Mini Sprints and the Xtreme Dirt Midget Association.

For a full SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels schedule, click here Victims, Inc., the Joan Ellis Victims Assistance Network, is accepting applications for the 34th training of Trauma Intervention Volunteers in Strafford and Rockingham Counties. Applicants will be interviewed soon. Please consider helping us help others The training consists of eight Saturday sessions. Volunteers must be 21 or older, provide their own transportation and commit to serving the program for one year. No previous medical, legal, or psychological experience is necessary. Call Pat Rainboth at 603-335-7777.

Wentworth Douglas Hospital Has been awarded “A” Grade for Safety by the Leapfrog Group, an independent, national non for profit watch dog organization. Visit wdhospital.org

If you’ve got news or updates for your Chamber member company or organization, let us help you get the word out! Submit your news to: memberservices@rochesternh.org

What’s Been Going On at the Chamber?

“Old World Elegance: An Evening in England” Annual Awards Celebration

The Oaks Grandview Venue Wednesday, May 22

BUSINESS

Studley

NONPROFIT

Rochester Museum of Fine Arts

EDUCATOR

Ron Goodwin

Spaulding High School

CITIZEN

Studley Flower Gardens, Inc.

Rochester Museum of Fine Arts

Ron Goodwin Spaulding High School

Mary Henderson

by Vaillancourt Media Group

2024 Chamber Leadership

Officers

Chairman of the Board:

Kerrie Landry Living Innovations

Chairman-Elect:

David Richard D.F. Richard Energy

Vice Chair, Governmental Affairs: Mark Farrell Laars Heating Systems

Vice Chair, Membership: Amy Brown Yankee Electric & Co., LLC

Vice Chair, Events & Fund Raisers: Caitlyn Turgeon HBL Insurance

Treasurer: Tatjana Simon Northeast Credit Union

Immediate Past Chairman: Janet Oliver Unitil

Directors

Brian Dickie Eversource

Mary Henderson Bank of New Hampshire

Lauren Jerr Spaulding High School

Joe Lassonde Hammond Lumber

Amy Lau

Sig Sauer

Kevin Miller Profile Bank

Dr. Deepa Reddy Deepa Reddy DMD, PLLC

Kendall Spewock Admiral Property LLC

David Stevens Century 21 Northeast

Cheryl Thompson First Seacoast Bank

Skye Tomasyan Keslar Insurance Agency

Jolene Whitehead Meredith Village Savings Bank

Sue Willson Potter’s House Bakery & Café

Chamber Staff

Laura Ring President/CEO

Tanya Hervey Director, Events & Communications

Leslie Feliciano Membership Development Specialist

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce

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June 2024 Chamber Calendar

2024 Annual Awards Celebration

2024 Business of the Year: Studley Flower Gardens, Inc.

2024 Nonprofit of the Year:

Rochester Museum of Fine Arts

2024 Citizen of the Year:

Mary Henderson

Ron Goodwin

Sponsors Old World Elegance Congratulations!

2024 Educator of the Year: Video Sponsor Platinum Sponsors

Thank You

The Chamber wishes to thank our Underwriter, sponsors, donors, attendees & volunteers for their support! Underwritten By

Program Sponsor

Grand Prize Raffle Sponsor Corporate

Entertainment Sponsors

Centerpiece Sponsor

Decoration Sponsor

Table Sponsors

Dinner Sponsors

Sound Sponsor

Admiral Property, LLC • Alex & Associates Realty • BootLegger’s Footwear Center

Country Tire & Service Center • Crown Point Services, LLC • Lakeside Mobility & Scooter Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, PA • Lilac Editing Services

New England Cremation Supply • Revival Day of Hope • Ring Plumbing Service, LLC

Rochester Economic Development • Rochester Elks Lodge #1393 • Sig Sauer

SPECIAL THANKS

Videography / Photography

Tech Assistance

Poster Partner

Master of Ceremonies: T.J. Jean Portsmouth Regional Hospital/HCA

Entertainment: The Nate Therrien Trio

Event Setup: Mary Henderson, Janet Oliver, Tatjana Simon, Elizabeth Whitehead Food & Hospitality: The Oaks

Photography & Videography: Vaillancourt Media Group

Pre-Event Ticket Sales: Kristen Bournival, Alan Brown, Amy Brown, Tammie Cilley, Mark Farrell, Mary Henderson, Lauren Jerr, Kerrie Landry, Joe Lassonde, Amy Lau, Amanda Mitchell, Janet Oliver, Julie Reynolds, David Richard, Kendall Spewock, Tatjana Simon, David Stevens, Skye Tomasyan, Caitlyn Turgeon, Jolene Whitehouse

Poster Partner: Staples

Registration/Ticket Selling Volunteers: Leslie Feliciano, Cora Hoppe, Tatjana Simon, Jolene Whitehead

Sound: Rochester Main Street

Studio Use for Video Recording: Studio Two Seven Nine

Technology Assistance: Kevin Wade, Daystar, Inc.

4:00-5:00pm In-Person or via Zoom Thursday, June 13, 2024

Register for Chamber 101 through your Member Portal, or by filling out this form and e-mailing it to: memberservices@rochesternh.org, or call the Chamber office: 603-332-5080

COMPANY NAME:

PRIMARY CONTACT:

E-MAIL:

ATTENDEE NAME(s):

ATTEND: IN-PERSON VIA ZOOM

Contact Member Services for more information or to register: 603-332-5080 x:2 E-mail: memberservices@rochesternh.org

Second Chance Sponsor- $600 New!

Logo on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event programs

Logo on Second Chance Prize insert for event programs

Announcement of sponsorship at event

Prominent recognition on signage at event

Logo on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Program Sponsor- $600

Your ad one the entire back of all event programs

Logo on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event programs

Announcement of sponsorship at event

Prominent recognition on signage at event

Logo on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Buffet Sponsor- $500

Logo on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event programs

Announcement of sponsorship at event

Prominent recognition on signage at event

Logo on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Dessert Sponsor- $500

Logo on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event programs

Announcement of sponsorship at event

Prominent recognition on signage at event

Logo on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Registration Sponsor- $500

Logo on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event programs

Announcement of sponsorship at event

Prominent recognition on signage at event

Logo on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Social Hour Sponsor- $500

Logo on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event program

Announcement of sponsorship at event

Recognition on signage at event

Logo on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Technology Sponsor- $500

Logo on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event programs

Announcement of sponsorship at event

Prominent recognition on signage at event Logo on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Entertainment Sponsors- $400

Logo on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event program

Announcement of sponsorship at event Recognition on signage at event

Logo on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Scratch Ticket Sponsor- $350

Logo on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event program

Announcement of sponsorship at event

Recognition on signage at event

Logo on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Game Sponsor- $300

Logo on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event program

Announcement of sponsorship at event

Recognition on signage at event

Logo on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Decoration Sponsors- $200

Logo on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event program Announcement of sponsorship at event Recognition on signage at event

Logo on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Table Sponsors- $50

Chance to win Table Decorating Contest by decorating sponsored table* (optional).

*Table sponsors may decorate only their sponsored table(s). Companies can sponsor more than one table for $50 each.

Business name on all email blasts sent to over 1,000 recipients and on the event program Announcement of sponsorship at event

Recognition on signage at event

Business Name on Chamber website, recognition on social media and in the Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

If the sponsorship you select is unavailable, Chamber staff will be in touch to offer an

RAFFLE SPONSORSHIP SIGN UP

2024/2025 BUSINESS REFERRAL

DIRECTORY & WEBSITE ADVERTISING

The Chamber’s Business Referral & Resource Directory is an annual publication containing business listings of Chamber members under their respective business category(ies) that is widely distributed to fellow Chamber members, accommodations, restaurants and the public to promote the products and services available from our members. To support the production of this valuable publication, members are offered affordable advertising rates to meet a variety of budgets. Please consider supporting this business publication that promotes Chamber member businesses.

SEVERAL ADVERTISING OPTIONS AVAILABLE:

• Website Banner Ad

See the Example Here!

• Enhance Your Membership Listing See the Example Below!

• Printed Directory Ad

• Business Listings in Multiple Business Categories

Advertise with a Banner Ad!

Size: 480 x 120 pixels, or 480 x 60 pixels Contact Laura at the Chamber for pricing and space availability!

Banner Ads

Purchase a banner ad to display on a page on the Chamber website. Up to 3 different ads can scroll to highlight different business messages that link to your website! Contact us for web page availability. Ads to be sent in either JPEG, PNG, or GIF format.

$600/year

ENHANCED MEMBERSHIP LISITING BENEFITS

By upgrading from a Basic Listing to an Enhanced Listing, members can add additional features listed below to further engage with those that visit their member page. In addition to the Basic Membership Listing features, Enhanced Membership Listing Includes:

In Additional to the Basic Features, the Enhanced Membership Listing Features: Basic Membership Listing Features:

• 200 Character Business Description

• 200 Character Driving Directions

• Include 8 Keywords

• Hours of Operation

• Mapping Feature

• 1600 Character Business Description

• Search Photo Linking to Your Website

• YouTube Video

• Website Ecard

• Photo Gallery

• Include 20 Keywords

• 5 Bulleted Text Links

• Results Summary

ADVERTISINGSPECIAL!

Purchase an ad in the print Directory and a Banner Ad on the website and Receive a FREE Enhanced Membership Listing, and $100 OFF your banner ad fee!

Sample Enhanced Membership Listing

[ ] Back Cover

(includes enhanced listing)

[ ] Inside Covers $1000 + $100 (enhanced listing)

(Full Color Page Dimensions: 4 1/4”wide x 7” height)

[ ] Premier Divider Page $500 + $100 (enhanced listing)

[ ] Full Page - $350 + $100 (enhanced listing) $450 (Full Page Dimensions: 4 1/4”wide x 7” height)

[ ] 1/2 Page - $250 + $100 (enhanced listing) $350 (1/2 Page options: ___ Vertical (2 1/8” x 7”) or ___ Horizontal (4 1/4” x 3 5/8”)

[ ] 1/4 Page - $200 + $100 (enhanced listing) $250 (1//4 Page Options: ___ Vertical (2 1/8” x 3 5/8”) or ___ Horizontal (4 1/4” x 1 3/4”)

[ ] 1/8 Page - $150 + $100 (enhanced listing) $200 (1//8 Page Dimensions: 2 1/8”wide x 1 3/4” height)

[ ] Banner Ad on website $600 (includes Enhanced Listing) $600

[ ] Enhanced Listing Only $100

THAT YOUR BUSINESS COULD BE LISTED UNDER. RETURN BY July 22 2024: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce 18 South Main Street Rochester, NH 03867

Phone: (603) 332-5080

Fax: (603) 332-5216

Email: memberservices@rochesternh.org

FREE BUSINESS CATEGORY LISTING

As a benefit of Chamber membership, you are provided with one free business listing in your main business category in the 2024/2025 Business Referral Directory. Main business category (FREE) MULTIPLE BUSINESS CATEGORY LISTINGS (OPTIONAL)

Make sure fellow members and the public find you in all of the appropriate business categories that pertain to your business. Have your business listed in multiple business categories in the Business Referral Guide for $25 per category (Examples: This is ideal for the restaurant owner who also caters or has a function room, the real estate broker who also does property management, or the banker who also offers loans and mortgages)

2024/2025 Chamber Business Referral Directory

Log in to the Chamber’s website using your username and password and update your information anytime!

WE WANT TO MAKE SURE YOUR BUSINESS LISTING IS ACCURATE

In preparation of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce’s 2024/2025 Business Referral Directory, please make any updates to the listing that you want to appear in the guide via your member portal on the Chamber website or provide us with the information below to make sure your listing is accurate. Members receive ONE FREE listing in the Chamber’s Business Referral Directory. Please review your listing(s).

Please decide which Business Category(ies) you would like to be located under. Listings under more than one business category are $25/additional category.

____ REPEAT the same information as last year ___ CHANGE my business listing(s) as noted below or on the attached.

FREE BUSINESS LISTING

BUSINESS NAME________________________________________ CATEGORY _____________________________

CONTACT (No more than 2, job titles not included)_______________________________________________________

ADDRESS (location)_______________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS (mailing)________________________________________________________________________________

TELEPHONE # _______________________________________FAX #_______________________________________

EMAIL ADDRESS (One email permitted)________________________________________________________________

Do you want Email address printed In Member Directory? __Yes __No On website? __Yes __ No

WEB SITE ADDRESS______________________________________________________________________________

SOCIAL MEDIA LOCATION(S): www.facebook.com/ ____________________________ Twitter: @

INSTAGRAM: ________________________________ LINKEDIN:__________________________________________

BUSINESS DESCRIPTION (8-10 Words Only) ___________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL BUSINESS CATEGORIES - $25 EACH

To increase your exposure, you may be listed under multiple business categories in both the printed and online Member Directory. The cost of each additional category is $25.

I wish to be listed under my main business category only at no charge. I wish to also be listed under the following business categories at $25 each.

PLEASE RETURN BY MONDAY, AUGUST 2, 2024

$_____ ___Payment Enclosed ___ Please Invoice Me Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, 18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867 Phone: (603) 332-5080 Fax: (603) 332-5216 Email: memberservices@rochesternh.org

CART SPONSORSHIP CART SPONSOR (business name on cart): $1000 (signage on all carts) OR CART CO-SPONSOR: $500 (shared signage on carts)

Golfer Registration Information

_____Please sign up the foursome listed below (If more than 1 team, please use a separate form)

_____Please sign up the player(s) listed below

Team Captain: Please share with your team any tournament information you receive PLEASE INDICATE PLAYER MEAL CHOICES:

Tournament

Thursday, September 26, 2024

9:00am Shotgun

The Oaks Golf Links

2024 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

All Sponsors Receive the Following Promotion Also See Individual Sponsor Levels Below for Additional Promotion:

Business name announced at the awards dinner following the tournament

Logo or business name in all event programs

Logo or business name displayed on PowerPoint Presentation at event

Logo or business name in the Golf Tournament programs, newsletter flyers and eblasts

Recognition as sponsor on Chamber’s social media pages

Logo or business name listed on newsletter flyer following the tournament

Lunch Box Sponsor:(s) Sole Sponsor $1,200 Co-Sponsors $600 each

Receive all of the promotion listed above, plus logo included on player’s boxed lunches

Awards Sponsors $600

Receive all of the promotion listed above plus business name will be announced at the awards dinner following the tournament

Program Sponsor $600

Receive all of the promotion listed above, plus your ad on the back of all event programs

Golf Cart/Registration Sponsor:(s) Sole Sponsor $1,000 Co-Sponsors $500 each

Receive all of the promotion listed above, plus:

Sign with business name attached to golf carts during entire tournament

Hors D’oeuvres Sponsor $500

Receive all of the promotion listed above

Registration Sponsor $500

Receive all of the promotion listed above, plus:

Signage at registration table and option to hand out items during registration

Social Hour Sponsor $500

Receive all of the promotion listed above

Hole Sponsors: With a Foursome $300 Without a Foursome $350

Receive all of the promotion listed above plus:

Signage with company name on course at the tee, on the green and in the fairway Opportunity to set up a table w/ their promotional items on the green

Hole-in-One Sponsors With a Foursome $350 Without a Foursome $400

Receive all of the promotion listed above plus:

Larger signage than Hole sponsorship with company name on course at the tee Opportunity to set up a table w/ their promotional items on the green

Individual/Team Prize Sponsors $300

Receive all of the promotion listed above plus:

Business name announced at the awards ceremony for winning players and teams

50th Anniversary Sponsors $250

Receive all of the promotion listed above

If the sponsorship you are interested in is not available, Chamber staff will contact you with other options

50th Annual Golf Tournament

Thursday, September 26, 2024

9:00am Shotgun

The Oaks Golf Links

2024 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Tee / Green / Fairway Sponsors $200 ea

(Availability depends on whether hole sponsorships are filled)

Receive all of the promotion listed above plus:

Signage with company name at either the tee, on the green or in the fairway

Top Team Sponsors Range $50-$200

Receive all of the promotion listed above plus:

Business name announced at the awards ceremony for winning players and teams

Raffle and Auction Prize Donors

If the sponsorship you are interested in is not available, Chamber staff will contact you with other options

Provide a gift certificate, gift item, golf-related item, rounds of golf, tickets for concert or sporting event, etc. for raffle or live auction

Receive all of the promotion listed above plus:

Business name announced during raffle drawing or live auction

Goody Bag Donors

Provide 150 golf-related items (golf balls, tees, markers, towels, divot tools, ponchos, etc), with your business logo on them to be included in players’ goody bags

Receive all of the promotion listed above plus:

The opportunity to showcase business name on the item(s) included in the goody bag

Please sign my business up as a Sponsor for the box(es) checked below:

Lunch Box Sponsor:(s)

Sole Sponsor $1,200 Co-Sponsor $600

Awards Sponsors $600

Program Sponsor $600

Golf Cart/Registration Sponsor:(s)

Sole Sponsor $1,000 Co-Sponsor $500

Hors D’oeuvres Sponsor $500

Registration Sponsor $500

Social Hour Sponsor $500

Hole Sponsors:

With a Foursome $300 Without a Foursome $350

Hole-in-One Sponsors

With a Foursome $350 Without a Foursome $400

PAYMENT ENCLOSED

INVOICE ME

Individual/Team Prize Sponsors $300

50th Anniversary Sponsors $250

Tee / Green / Fairway Sponsors $200 ea

Top Team Sponsors Range $50-$200

Raffle and Auction Prize Donors

Item(s) Being Donated (please list value as well):

Goody Bag Donors

Item(s) Being Donated (please list value as well):

Business Name Phone

Contact Name_________________________________________

8 Days ● 10 Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners

HIGHLIGHTS… Scottsdale, Kaibab National Forest, Grand Canyon, Rafting on Horseshoe Bend, Lake Powell Cruise, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day 1 Courtyard by Marriott Scottsdale, Scottsdale,Arizona

Day 2 Yavapai East at South Rim Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

Days 3, 4 Lake Powell Resort , Page,Arizona

Days 5, 6 Holiday Inn Express/Springdale Zion Park Inn, Zion National Park, Utah

Day 7 Paris Hotel Las Vegas, Las Vegas,Nevada

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

Day 1: Wednesday,April 30, 2025 Scottsdale,Arizona - Tour Begins Explore the famous canyons of theAmerican West on a journey featuring three national parks. Start your journey in Scottsdale and join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. (D)

Day 2: Thursday, May 1, 2025 Scottsdale - Sedona - Grand CanyonArea* Start your day in Sedona, where the sun shines against stunning sandstone formations. Soak in the inviting atmosphere and colorful vistas while browsing the many arts and crafts shops. Make your way through the Kaibab National Forest before reaching the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. (B, D)

Day 3: Friday, May 2, 2025 Grand CanyonArea - Lake Powell Follow the winding landscape along East Rim Drive, bringing you to Cameron Trading Post. For nearly a century, the post has acted as a haven for travelers, traders, and explorers. Continue north through mesa-studded desert before arriving at your home for the next two evenings – overlooking the stunning blue waters of Lake Powell. Enjoy dinner and relax as you take in the picture-perfect canyon lake. (B, D)

Day 4: Saturday, May 3, 2025 Lake Powell - Horseshoe BendLake Powell This morning, embark on a guided rafting adventure to the iconic Horseshoe Bend and experience the peaceful grandeur of the Colorado River. Look for fish in the crystal clear water, birds nesting on the banks of the river and possibly herd of big horns along the way. You’ll look up in awe at the soaring cliffs above Horseshoe Bend as you learn the stories of the ancestral Puebloan people who lived in the area. Later this afternoon, enjoy the breathtaking views during a cruise on the lake. (B)

Day 5: Sunday, May 4, 2025 Lake Powell - Bryce Canyon National Park - Springdale, Utah (Zion) Your journey continues at Bryce Canyon National Park, famous for its ethereal spires known as hoodoos. These rock formations, created over thousands of years by wind and water, display natural orange and red hues that contrast with the deep green forests in the park. Take in the sprawling vistas as you wander along Sunset Point, leading into Sunrise Point Rim Trail. Your day ends in Springdale, gateway to Zion National Park. (B)

Day 6: Monday, May 5, 2025 Zion National Park In sheer magnitude and color, few places on Earth match the beauty of Zion National Park. Marvel at red and white sandstone cliffs as you take a full day to explore Utah’s first national park. Climb aboard Zion’s open-air tram and wind your way alongside the Virgin River and through the 2,400-foot deep, half-mile wide Zion Canyon. This afternoon, it’s your choice! Delve into the area’s nativeAmerican heritage and pioneer culture at the Zion Human History MuseumOR- venture off on your own to explore the park independently. (B)

Day 7: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 Springdale - Las Vegas, Nevada Trade nature’s beauty for the lights of the Vegas strip. This four-mile stretch of road features neon-lit resorts and around-the-clock action. This afternoon, toast to the end of your journey at a farewell lunch with your fellow travelers. Make the most of your free time this evening to experience the best that Vegas has to offer. (B, L)

Day 8: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 Las Vegas - Tour Ends Depart for home with memories of colorful canyons and winding valleys.

Book Now & Save $100 Per Person:

For bookings made after Oct 30, 2024 call for rates.

Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Logan Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers

Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $429 per person

* All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change, based on air inclusive package from BOS IMPORTANT CONDITIONS: Your price is guaranteed once deposit is received and booking confirmed by Collette. Your price is not subject to increase after the deposit is received and booking confirmed, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. (See registration form for consent.)

PLEASE NOTE:

Book Now rates valid until Oct 30, 2024, valid on air inclusive packages only. The overall activity level of this tour is a level 2. This means you like a balanced approach to travel. Walking two to three miles over the course of a day is no problem for you. You can partake in a two-hour leisurely walking tour, covering up to two miles (with included breaks). You can handle a variety of terrains, from cobblestone streets to moderate hills with relative ease and without assistance. You can climb two flights of stairs with ease. There may be 1 to 2 days on this tour when walking tours can cover 3 to 4 miles over uneven terrain. Expect some full days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. You can handle altitudes up to 6,000 feet. While this level is appropriate for travelers that require mobility assistance devices, there could be times when you may have to sit out on some of the included activities.

If you require any special assistance while on tour, please make us aware at time of reservation so the necessary request form can be sent to your attention.

Air passengers will arrive into Phoenix, Arizona airport. All transfers will depart from Phoenix airport for Scottsdale.

To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing our airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.

Experience It! Grand Canyon National Park

For air-inclusive reservations, the name provided at time of booking must match your government-issued ID that will be used during travel. Name changes are subject to penalties.

Please be advised many airlines do not provide advance seat assignments until check-in at the airport. Advance seating will be subject to the airline's terms and conditions.

IDENTIFICATION

Travel within USA

For travel completed by May 6, 2025, all airlines will ask for identification when you check in. It is recommended that you carry a passport if you have one. A driver's license (with a photo I.D.) is also acceptable for domestic flights.

Effective for travel May 7, 2025 forward, the REAL ID Act standards for identification while travelling will be in effect. This means a standard issued driver’s license used as a form of identification will no longer be accepted for domestic air travel within the United States. Instead, a Real ID compliant form of identification must be presented both at the time of booking air travel with Collette and upon checking in at the airport to board any flight. Any fees associated with changing a reservation resulting from a noncompliant identification will be the responsibility of the guest. For more information on Real ID, please visit the Department of Homeland Security website: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id

Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.

Experience the incomparable Grand Canyon, established as a national park in 1919. Stand in awe before breathtaking panoramas and layers of vibrant color that tell the story of Earth’s geological past. See for yourself why this natural wonder of the world draws nearly 5 million visitors each year. The canyon’s massive span and dramatic hues are truly a mesmerizing sight of inspiration. Imagine yourself gazing over the edge that rises nearly a mile from the floor to the Colorado River below. The Grand Canyon is a captivating must-see, and will stay in your heart forever.

*Grand Canyon area hotel accommodations will be confirmed 60 days prior to departure. Certain departures may be confirmed outside of Grand Canyon National Park.

Economy air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and dates.

A deposit of $698 per person is due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the deposit due date of October 23, 2024 are based upon availability. Final payment due by February 01, 2025. Deposits are refundable up until October 30, 2024.

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NOTES:

For important reservation information visit https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1252852.

You can also find this information on your tour documents.

162 Middle Street

Pawtucket, RI • 02860

Phone: 1-800-852-5655 Fax: 1-401-727-9014

If paying by credit card, please complete this form and return to Horizon TravelAgency. We can only charge your credit card for the amount noted if the signature, address and phone number are listed below. Thank you!

CREDIT CARDAUTHORIZATION FORM

BOOKING NUMBER: 1252852 TOUR: Canyon Country featuring Arizona & Utah DEPARTURE DATE: April 30, 2025 GROUP NAME: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce

Name of Passenger:

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Participating credit card companies are now requiring a billing address and phone number for FRAUD PREVENTION. All information MUST be provided. Thank you for your cooperation! If using your credit card for payment, please return thisAuthorization Form by mail to:

Horizon Travel Agency

Attn: Melinda Nyberg 263 CentralAve Ste 1 Dover, NH 03820-4192 Or by Fax to: (603) 742-2374

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TRAVEL DATE: 4/30/2025 TERRITORY: A1

RES#: 1252852

Canyon Country featuring Arizona & Utah

For Reservations Contact: Melinda Nyberg (603) 742-7664 email: melinda.nyberg@gmail.com

Horizon Travel Agency, 263 Central Ave Ste 1, Dover, NH 03820-4192

A deposit of $698 per person is due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Reservations made after the deposit due date of October 23, 2024 are based upon availability. Final payment due by February 01, 2025. Deposits are refundable up until October 30, 2024.

YOUR INFORMATION:

Clearly print your full name (first/middle/last) as it appears on your government issued travel documentation.

IMPORTANT: In order to avoid any unnecessary change fees, it is imperative that all guest names are entered correctly from the start. The information below must be the legal name and be 100% identical to the ID being used to travel <passport/driver’s license> including middle names or suffixes <Jr, Sr>.

Nickname: Gender: ( )

Address:

Phone: ( ) Cell: ( ) Email Address:

Should you become ill or injured, whom should we contact (not traveling with you):

ROOMING WITH:  Check if address is the same as Passenger #1

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AIR GATEWAY: Departure airport for this tour: Air Seat Request: ( ) Aisle ( ) Window ( ) Next To Traveling Companion

Collette cannot guarantee your seat preference. If you have not purchased air through Collette and wish to purchase transfers, you must transfer at our prescheduled times.

Please be advised, when travelling as part of a group, many airlines do not provide seat assignments. Preferred seating may be available for an additional charge.

“Federal law forbids carriage of hazardous materials such as aerosols, fireworks, lithium batteries & flammable liquids aboard the aircraft in your checked or carry-on baggage. A violation can result in 5 years’ imprisonment and penalties of $250,000 or more. Details on prohibited items may be found on TSA’s “prohibited items” web page: http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/prohibited-items.”

TRAVEL PROTECTION: ( ) Yes, I wish to purchase travel protection $429 ( ) No, I decline If you choose not to purchase Collette's Waiver Insurance Plan, you will incur penalties for changes and cancellations. Travel Protection Payment is due with first deposit. The Waiver Fee does not cover any single supplement charges which arise from an individual’s traveling companion electing to cancel for any reason prior to departure. The single supplement will be deducted from the refund of the person who cancels. (There is coverage under Part B which includes a single supplement benefit of $1,500 for certain covered reasons. See Part B for details.)

PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Collette ( ) Check ( ) Credit Card

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Important Conditions: Your price is guaranteed once deposit is received and booking confirmed by Collette. Your price is not subject to increase after the deposit is received and booking confirmed, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees.