Chamber Update, October 5, 2011
Updated:  May 24, 2013

Chamber Events

Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber Update

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Chamber Events

There's no better advertising than satisfied customers. Are yours satisfied?

Customer service can mean the difference between business success and failure. After all, great service leads to profit and creates a willingness for your customers to want to come back. Leaders from the Coralville Marriott Hotel will share strategies to delivering excellent customer care on Thursday, October 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Marriott.

Part of the Chamber's Expert Edge Seminar Series sponsored by Raymond James Financial Services Inc. / James Investment Group, Inc.
Register online >>

Meet new Corridor leaders at the Corridor Welcome Reception

Join us for an evening of networking and making connections at the Corridor Welcome Reception. Anyone living or working in the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Corridor, especially those new to the area, are welcome to stop by. The complimentary event will take place on Tuesday, October 18 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Coralville Center for Performing Arts. Light refreshments will be provided. RSVP by October 14.
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Get updated on ADA regulations

Is your business compliant with new requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? Brian Fagen, attorney at Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC shares updates on October 19 at 4 p.m. at the Chamber office. Contact Rebecca at RNeades@iowacityarea.com or (319) 337-9637 for more information.

The most valuable hour and half of your week

Meet fellow business professionals and prospects, learn about other organizations and exchange business cards at Speed Networking on Thursday, October 20 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Coral Ridge Mall community room. This well-organized, fast-paced event is a bit like speed dating, only less risky! Number of participants per industry category is limited and only one person per business. Register today to guarantee your spot!
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Help us find the newest inductees to the Chamber's Hall of Fame

“Possibly the best on the continental United States…”
“…represents the entire Iowa City/Coralville community in a positive manner.”
“…have turned their dream into a reality - twice!”

Does this sound like you or someone you know? These are just a few of the praises we’ve received for members of the Chamber's Hall of Fame. The Chamber has celebrated the area’s best in business for 23 years. This year, recipients will be recognized at the all new "A Toast to Our Communities Breakfast." We need your help to find individuals and businesses to join the ranks.

Nominations for awards are due by Thursday, October 20. Self nomination is encouraged! Online voting will take place between October 24 – November 3 to determine the recipients who will be recognized at the new "A Toast to Our Communities Breakfast" on November 17 from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at Brown Deer Golf Club.

view full criteria and nomination form >>

New Members Caught on camera!

The Chamber's online photo galleries offer a glimpse into past events, such as the yesterday's Joint Roundtable at the newly renovated Carver-Hawkeye Arena and ribbon cuttings. Click here to take a look and see if we captured your smiling face.

Craving more Chamber news?

On the first Monday of the month, Chamber members receive a complimentary copy of the weekly Corridor Business Journal. In the middle, you'll find Envision, the Chamber's print newsletter. Click here to read the October edition of Envision.

A Toast to Our Communities: Nominate the Fall 2011 Corridor Welcome Reception Oct. 18 Follow the Chamber on Twitter @icareachamber
Host of the Month - United Way of Johnson County

United Way of Johnson County is the united way our community comes together to give, advocate and volunteer to positively impact community conditions and measurably improve lives. Over the last year, United Way has led a multi-sector effort to develop the 2020 Vision Goals for the Common Good to focus improving our community in the key areas of education, income stability and health. The 2020 Vision Goals are education, income and health.

Area businesses support the United Way through corporate gifts and workplace giving campaigns that provide the opportunity for employees to give generously through special events, payroll deduction and the cash equivalent of donated vacation time. United Way also provides support for workplace volunteer programs.

To learn more, visit unitedwayjc.org.
 

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