| 1/6/2009 | "Team Member Engagement" Dale Carnegie Training Workshop
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8:30am - 10:30am - "Team Member Engagement" is a workshop that helps you look at ways to strengthen the sense of common purpose among your employees. Learn to use the powerful forces of values and vision to unite your employees and give them direction. Venue: Chamber's Bethlehem Office - 561 Main Street, Suite 200, Bethlehem PA 18018 Member Cost: $59.00 Non-Member Cost: $100.00
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| 1/6/2009 | Got Customers? Want more?
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3:00 - 5:30 pm - The Chamber is here to help you help your business.
Don't miss these informative tools for your toolbox from the Lehigh Valley's top leading business owners.
Only 20/company.
The more people you bring from your company, the more you stand to gain!
Seminars
"Puttig the best part of YOU into building your business"
by Sam Iorio, Dale Carnegie
Weathering Economic Times in the Lehigh Valley"
by Michelle Landis, ActionCoach
"Trade Fair Techniques"
by TSI Associates
"Grassroots of doing business in the Lehigh Valley"
by Steve Banko, Valley Wide Signs
Venue: Spartan Center, Northampton Community College - 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem, PA 18020 Member Cost: $20.00 Non-Member Cost: $0.00
Price per company. The more people you bring from your company, the more you stand to gain! |
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| 1/13/2009 | Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber of Commerce Lunch
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11:30 a.m. doors open, 12 noon lunch - "Grant Opportunities"
Our featured speaker will be Virginia Savage, Manager of Main Street Initiatives, Lehigh County Department of Community & Economic Development. She will discuss the grant opportunities available to us through the county as well as when and how to apply. This topic has the potential to benefit the projects that we feel are important to revitalizing our downtowns.
Reservation deadline: Monday, January 12
Reservation implies requests attend. 48-hour cancellation notice required for refund.
Venue: The Terrace Restaurant, 840 Best Avenue, Walnutport, PA 18088 Member Cost: $15.00 Non-Member Cost: $30.00
$15 early bird rate if reservations are made by 12 p.m., January 12, $18 late registrations/walk-ins; $30 non-members. |
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| 1/14/2009 | Southern Lehigh Business Organization
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7 A.M. doors open; 7:30 A.M. Program Begins - De Sales University: Helping Shape the Valley's Medical Future Join the Southern Lehigh Business Organization for an exciting breakfast event focusing on the Physician's Assistant program offered at DeSales University and their unique partnership with Lehigh Valley Hospital and St. Lukes Hospital. Presenting panelists Maureen Barret, St. Lukes Hospital, Christine Bruce, Desales University and Dr. David Burmeister, Lehigh Valley Hospital. Venue: 2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA Member Cost: $10.00 Non-Member Cost: $20.00
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| 1/14/2009 | The Upside to a Downturn: Leading in a Challenging Economy
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8:00AM – 4:15PM - Gates Leadership Initiative Seminar #1 - Vision Accomplished LLC: “The Upside to a Downturn: Leading in a Challenging Economy” You can’t avoid the 24/7 flow of negative stories about the economy. It’s on everyone’s mind and may be impacting your company right now. While you can’t control the news or the economy, you can control how you approach each day and each situation. Leadership is the difference between surviving and thriving. A strong set of leadership skills can help you turn obstacles into opportunities. Join an extraordinary group of business leaders who have experienced the dot.com bubble, 9/11 and more. It is a timely discussion about how leadership is more critical than ever. You will hear, see and learn the skill sets that have shaped their careers, guided them through challenges and made their organizations successful. Our interactive forum provides you with direct access to our Gates Leadership Initiative faculty to ask questions and (get answers) that are relevant to y Venue: Weyhill House, Saucon Valley Country Club, 2050 Saucon Valley Road, Bethlehem PA 18015-9000 Member Cost: $395.00 Non-Member Cost: $495.00
Business Casual (no denim); Continental breakfast and hot lunch served
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| 1/16/2009 | Small Business Council Breakfast
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7:15 doors open - 8:00 am program - Ethics in the Workplace
Why this program is important to you:
- Ethical issue abound in every business.
- Great business leaders make ethical decisions. Your leadership shapes the culture of yur business, and your business creates a reputation in the community.
- The forum for Ethics in the Workplace provides a regular dialogue about ethical issues. Participating in the Forum's programs is a way to learn from others how to be a better leader in your company and how to make your business a success in every way.
Venue: Best Western Member Cost: $0.00 Non-Member Cost: $30.00
$20 late registrations and walk-ins. |
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| 1/20/2009 | Northampton Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
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Doors Open 11:30 a.m.; Lunch and Program - Your Finances = Your Future: Tax Tips and Financial Advise During Challenging Times. Join the Northampton Area Chamber of Commerce for an educational program featuring Gorman & Associates, Ruth M. Miller Agency, LLC and Larry Lancaster - State Farm Insurance focusing on your financial future! Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Program and lunch 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Venue: Assante Restaurant, 2050 Main Street, Northampton, PA Member Cost: $16.00 Non-Member Cost: $36.00
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| 1/20/2009 | Executive Women's Council
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11:15 am Registration - 12:00 pm Program - Networking... the easy way to build your business
Join us to:
- Learn to take the fear out of networking
- Start building your business...today!
- P.S.: it doesn't cost anything!>p>
Presented by: Bob Friedman, Aflac
Bob began his insurance career in 1980's. As President of Cornerstone Benefits Group he specializes in worksite and voluntary employee benefits exclusively with Aflac. Serving the Chamber in several capacities has afforded him the opportunity to enjoy networking to build his client base.
Venue: Four Points Sheraton, 3400 Airport Road, Allentown Member Cost: $22.00 Non-Member Cost: $44.00
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| 1/21/2009 | Western Lehigh, East Penn & Public Policy Joint Luncheon
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11:30 a.m. doors open, 12 noon lunch - Please join WLBC, EPBC and the Public Policy Committee as they partner to raise awareness on how fast technology and communications are changing and how Exaflood personally impacts you. Exaflood is a new term, describing the exponential growth of the internet. To compete globally you should make sure you are in an Exaflood-zone. Are you? Kelly Lewis, JD/MBA, President and CEO of TechQuest PA along with additional field experts will discuss the Lehigh Valley-Exaflood challenges.
Directions from Allentown: from 78, take 222 bypass (US 222 South/Hamilton Boulevard exit) for 7 miles, at the split stay right toward Kutztown. The facility entrance will be on your right at the bottom of the hill. Follow signs for "TEK Park Event Parking" and enter TEK Park Building 1. Venue: TEK Park Campus, 9999 Hamilton Blvd. Breinigsville Member Cost: $17.00 Non-Member Cost: $34.00
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| 1/21/2009 | LeBEAM Nutrition & Health Breakfast Program
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7:00am -Networking;7:30am Program and Breakfast - Join us at Traditions of Hanover for a "Health and Wellness" program featuring Dr. Glenn A. Clearie from The Lehigh Valley Nutrition Center. Dr. Clearie will share tips and guidlines for a great New Years Resolution to good health and wellness with a special topic on: Inflammaging! Enjoy a nice breakfast during the presentation. Proceeds donated to the Alzheimer's Association. Venue: Traditions of Hanover, 5300 Northgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017 Member Cost: $10.00 Non-Member Cost: $15.00
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| 1/21/2009 | GLV Team 100
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11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., 10:45 New attendee orientation - GLV Team 100
GLV Team 100 is a joint initiative of the East Penn and Western Lehigh Business Councils headed by EPBC board member Joe Farkas, Aspire Consulting, and is open to all Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Members.
Over a one-year period, participants will select up to 100 other professionals for their "Teams". Networking and referral skill-building tips will be offered and referrals will start flowing among team members. Participants will be held accountable to each other to take action and results will be measured.
This program will kick off in November and will occur for 45 minutes prior to the East Penn and Western Lehigh monthly lunches the 3rd Wednesday of every month at Brookside Country Club. The program will be held over a one year period divided into quarters. $25 per quarter to cover the costs of participation.
First quarter dates:
November 19
December 17
January 21 (Note: This date will be held at the Tek Park Campus, 9999 Hamilton Boul Venue: Brookside Country Club, 901 Willow Lane, Macungie, PA 18062 Member Cost: $25.00 Non-Member Cost: $0.00
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| 1/22/2009 | Small Business Council PUTTLE Pro-Am Tourney and Networking
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5:30-7:30 p.m. - What happens when you combine the pin-hitting excitement of bowling with the precision of putting in golf?
PUTTLE
Join the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce for this one of a kind networking event that will have you entertained for hours and talking about it for days. The unique 50/50 format designates half of a portion of the entry fees to the winner, with the remaining half donated to a local charity.
Putters and golf balls will be provided, though it is highly recommended that competitors bring their preferred equipment.
Accepting sponsorships-call Danielle at (610) 841-5851. Venue: The Mural Ballroom at the Historic Hotel Bethlehem, 437 Main Street, Bethlehem Member Cost: $20.00 Non-Member Cost: $20.00
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| 1/22/2009 | TRACC PACC SBC Breakfast
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Registration 7:15 a.m. Breakfast & Program 7:30 a.m. - Easton Main Street Update, What's New, What's planned, and where do we go from here. Bringing Easton & Phillipsburg together Venue: Pomfret Club, 33 So. 4th Street, Easton, PA Member Cost: $15.00 Non-Member Cost: $30.00
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| 1/23/2009 | NJ Paid Family Leave Act
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12:00 Noon - This will impact you! Familiarize yourself with the impact, requirements and cost of this program. Covers all private and public sector employees. Takes effect on July 1, 2009. Venue: Rocco's Pizza - 360 S. Main Str. Member Cost: $15.00 Non-Member Cost: $30.00
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| 1/24/2009 | Hellertown Lower Saucon Chamber 87th Annual Banquet
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6:00 p.m. cocktails (limited open bar), 7:00 p.m. dinner, program, dancing to 11:00 p.m. - Join the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce for a fun evening of dinner and dancing as we recognize one of our community members with "The 2009 Distinguished Service Award."
This award will be presented to Professor Emeritus James E. Sturm for his outstanding service to the community.
Jim Sturm and his wife Margaret moved to the area in 1956 upon Jim's acceptance of an available position at Lehigh University and began his 39-year career there that fall. Together he and his wife began what became over the next decade a large family of seven children (alternating genders), and moved into what had been the Wassergass School just outside of Hellertown. This residence and its history attracted Jim’s interest in local civic activities which include the youth athletic programs, for which he was formerly a player agent for the Hellertown - Lower Saucon Little League; the Saucon Valley Community Center, the Saucon Valley Conservancy, and the Lower Saucon Township Histo Venue: Saucon Valley Acres & Catering, 1303 Evergreen Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18015 Member Cost: $50.00 Non-Member Cost: $0.00
Please indicate your choice of: 10 oz Steak, or Chicken Marsala |
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| 1/27/2009 | Economic Strategy Luncheon 2009 at the Holiday Inn Conference Center (I-78 at Route 100)
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Doors open at 10:00 for registration and networking. Program and lunch start at 11:30 and end by 1: - Wachovia's Chief Economist, Dr. John Silvia, will provide current and relevant economic data and an outlook for the national, regional and Lehigh Valley economies PLUS strategy recommendations to help your business survive and thrive in these challenging times.
What are the strengths we need to preserve and the weaknesses that threaten our prosperity the most? Our speakers address what to do, but also what not to do in dealing with economic challenges. Now, more than ever, you need to get active with the Chamber, promote your business and attend this major event! Community Development Awards will be presented to recognize leadership in the field of economic development in the Valley. Make a name for yourself! - Marketing and PR opportunities available. Contact FrankF@lehighvalleychamber.org. Venue: 7736 Adrienne Drive, Breinigsville, PA 18031 Member Cost: $60.00 Non-Member Cost: $120.00
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| 1/27/2009 | Mornings with the Maestros: Ross Born - Just Born, Inc.
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7-9am - Vision Accomplished LLC/Just Born, Inc., is one of the most recognized candy brands in the U.S. Join Ross Born, Co-President of Just Born, Inc., to learn what branding means to your company and how it affects your products and services. Venue: Victory Fire House, 205 Webster Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015 Member Cost: $65.00 Non-Member Cost: $75.00
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| 1/29/2009 | Allentown Symphony Hall and Lehigh Valley Easy Pages Mixer
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5:00-7:00 p.m. - The Lehigh Valley Easy Pages is PROUD to showcase the NEW 2009 Easy Pages Community Directory and Yellow Pages. Join us in kicking off the New Year at the next chamber mixer...enjoy light refreshments and beverages in the beautiful Rodale Community Room at Symphony Hall. Fully Catered by Royal Gourmet Catering with Entertainment/Disc Jockey by Groovin'
Entertainment. Prizes/Giveaways every hour.
The Easy Pages is the #1 growing Yellow Pages in the Valley and the NEW books are here! It all happens at the next Chamber Mixer at Allentown Symphony Hall, Thursday, January 29th from 5 to 7 pm. RSVP: (Janet to fill in the info as needed).
Come join us and Let's Party!!
Venue: Allentown Symphony Hall located at 23 North 6th Street Allentown 18101 610-432-7961 Member Cost: $0.00 Non-Member Cost: $0.00
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