Networking & Events
A look at history, and a look to the future
A look at history, and a look to the future Chamber members helped us celebrate a milestone anniversary, as well as a year of accomplishments, at our Annual Meeting on January 25, while our volunteer leaders helped us reflect on the past and look to the future. Nearly 1,100 people packed the University Plaza Hotel…
Read MoreGordon Kinne named 2019 Springfieldian
Gordon Kinne named 2019 Springfieldian A dedication to his community, family and business are top of mind for anyone describing Gordon Kinne. Those attributes were celebrated January 25, when the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce named Kinne the 2019 Springfieldian award recipient. The surprise announcement was the culmination of the Chamber’s Annual Meeting. More than…
Read MoreOpportunities to learn and network in 2019
Opportunities to learn and network in 2019 One of the biggest benefits to Chamber membership is the chance to participate in our many educational and networking events throughout the year. And in the new year, there will be plenty of opportunities! The newest addition to our calendar of events for the year is a special…
Read MoreConcluding Year Three of The Reach Campaign
Concluding Year Three of The Reach Campaign The Chamber has wrapped up its third annual Reach Campaign, and thanks to your generous support and the hard work of nearly 100 volunteers, we’ve set new records in both funds raised and the number of companies purchasing sponsorships for 2019. The fundraising total for this year’s campaign…
Read MoreHelping small businesses navigate tax law changes
Helping small businesses navigate tax law changes When President Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act into law on December 22, 2017, it marked the biggest change to federal tax law in more than 30 years. It changed nearly all facets of tax planning – individual tax, trust and estate planning, and business tax…
Read MoreUsing technology to make business life easier
Using technology to make business life easier If your small business is looking for ways to streamline operations, update data management, reduce excess email or improve communication between staff members … well, as the saying goes, there’s probably an app for that. That was the message from presenters Krystal Russell and Colby Keeth, partners with…
Read MoreChamber kicks off out-of-this-world Reach Campaign
Chamber kicks off out-of-this-world Reach Campaign The 2018 Reach Campaign has officially launched. “Reach for the Stars” is underway after the Chamber held its kickoff event Sept. 12 at Highland Springs. Nearly 80 volunteers and Chamber staff were on hand as Campaign Chairman Joe Reynolds and Chamber President Matt Morrow dubbed their totally official astronaut…
Read MoreDon’t miss your chance to connect with the Chamber
Don’t miss your chance to connect with the Chamber The Chamber is preparing to kick off its third annual Reach Campaign – and this year, the campaign is really expanding its horizons. As you may know, Reach is how we offer members ways to invest in the Chamber and support the work we do every…
Read MoreAddressing workforce needs without big expenses
Addressing workforce needs without big expenses Talk to nearly any business about their biggest issues, and you’re likely to hear a common theme: Finding the right employees, in sufficient numbers, is a huge challenge. It’s why the Chamber has set workforce development as one of its four Strategic Areas of Focus. But how do businesses…
Read MoreLooking back at 2018 … so far
Looking back at 2018 … so far Nearly 500 Chamber members joined us for a midweek trip to the Caribbean on July 25: our Annual Membership Luncheon. Our volunteer leaders offered a progress report for the first half of 2018 and took a deeper dive into the importance of each of the Chamber’s four Strategic…
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