MAY 2015
The Chamber is honored to announce the finalists for the 2015 Chamber Recognition Luncheon Raymond I. Smith Civic Leader of the Year: • Ascuaga Family Nonprofit of the Year: • KNPB • Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows • Northern Nevada HOPES Community Spirit of the Year: • Dolan Auto Group • Rounds Bakery • Riverwalk Association Small Business of the Year: • MarkUBiz • Marked Studios • AVA Logistics Large Business of the Year: • United Federal Credit Union • Noble Studios • Peppermill Resort and Casino Other awards that will be presented are: • Business Impact of the Year • Chamber Member of the Year • Leadership Reno Sparks Distinguished Alumni 2015, Cheree Boteler Class of 2009 This year, a record number of nominations were submitted and we would like to thank everyone who took the time to participate in this process.
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Be a part of GROWING The Chamber! Each year in May, we ask our membership for referrals of businesses who are not yet members of The Chamber. Please take a moment to review who you do business with and help us let them know how they would benefit from membership with The Chamber. Send referral contact information to Len Stevens, Executive Director of The Chamber {LStevens@TheChamberNV. org or 696-9557}. The Chamber team will then meet with these businesses to discuss the values and benefits of becoming a member of the largest business organization in Northern Nevada. Here are three reasons our members Choose Chamber: Business Advocacy – The Chamber works in partnership with local, state, and federal government officials as well as other business organizations to shape policy that will ensure continued economic vitality. The Chamber notifies and organizes members when an issue arises that pertains to the general business community or a specific industry. The Chamber proactively advocates for its members on issues affecting business in Northern Nevada. Networking & Professional Development – The Chamber is the resource for all things “business” serving as the hub to connect Chamber members with one another. The Chamber hosts a variety of events, mixers, forums and specialized programs designed to provide members with the opportunities to effectively build the relationships that will promote growth and their business. Promoting Business for Our Members – The Chamber is the conduit for member to member business, increasing visibility and credibility for Chamber members, and educating the community of the value of supporting our local economy. SAVE THE DATE for the Membership Celebration at the end of month on Thursday, May 28th at the Siena Hotel Spa Casino from 5-7pm. See page 4 of this publication for more details.
Please join us on May 13th at the Peppermill when the winners will be announced. Come learn what it takes to be recognized as a leader amongst your peers. Come learn how your fellow entrepreneurs are making a difference in our community. Come learn how you can be up on stage next year! For more information, please see page 4.
this is your chamber! Let The Chamber be your partner for business. We deliver a strong return on your investment through a variety of resources and opportunities. With over 2,000 members, 200 volunteers and a full time staff of experts, we are the largest business organization in Northern Nevada. We advance your business through the power of connection, business referrals, discounts, regional promotion and sponsorship. Take control and be heard As a business person, you know that free enterprise is the foundation of a strong economy and a prosperous society. At The Chamber, we advocate for public policies that help your business thrive. We realize that economic growth and job creation don’t “just happen” and that is why The Chamber’s results oriented, pro-business advocacy efforts are so important to your business and the future of our community. Getting involved The Chamber offers a multitude of programs and committees that benefit our members as well as lead to growth within our business community. Join one of our councils and help shape policy, become an Ambassador and support new members or enroll in one of our many leadership classes and increase your knowledge and awareness of challenges facing our area. Let us help contribute to your personal and professional growth.
Networking Advancing your business through member to member connections, The Chamber hosts a variety of networking opportunities to help you gain that one-on-one advantage that help promote your business or product. • Chamber Mixers • Committee Participation • Membership Luncheons
• New Member Orientation • Biz Talk Blender • Ribbon Cuttings
• DIRECTIONS • The Morning Spark
Marketing & Promotion Membership offers outstanding marketing opportunities to get your message out. Let other members know what makes your product or service unique through an array of opportunities. • Directory Listing & Links on Website • New Member Listings • Social Media New Member Promotion • Sponsorships
• Business Referral • Email New Member Promotion • Member Events Calendar
• Directory Listing • Chamber Lobby Advertising • Custom Publication Advertising
Events & Sponsorship Looking to build your brand? Sponsoring a chamber event helps you reach a key business to business demographic and community leaders. • Annual Golf Tournament • Chamber 101
• B.E.S.T. Kids Program • DIRECTIONS
• Monthly Luncheons • Biz Talk Blender