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Starting a new year by helping businesses celebrate
Starting a new year by helping businesses celebrate Every day, the Chamber works to help businesses grow and thrive. And one of the things we love most is when we have the opportunity to help those organizations commemorate significant achievements – grand openings, anniversaries, new facilities and more. We’ve had the privilege of helping several…
Read MoreWelcoming our two new membership development coordinators
Welcoming our two new membership development coordinators The Chamber is pleased to announce the hire of two new Membership Development Coordinators in the Chamber’s membership department. Nikki Rorabaugh joined the Chamber team on October 5. She previously worked as the development director for Central Christian School, development director for Washington University in St. Louis, and…
Read MoreAnnouncing the recipients of 2022 ATHENA, Virginia Fry Rising Star Awards
Announcing the recipients of 2022 ATHENA, Virginia Fry Rising Star Awards Two leaders in the Springfield community will be honored at the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2022 ATHENA Award ceremony on March 10. Crista Hogan has been selected as the recipient of the 2022 ATHENA Award. She has served as executive director of the…
Read MoreHelping more businesses celebrate milestones
Helping more businesses celebrate milestones Every day, the Chamber works to help businesses grow and thrive. And one of the things we love most is when we have the opportunity to help those organizations commemorate significant achievements – grand openings, anniversaries, new facilities and more. Despite the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, several…
Read MoreAnnouncing the new members and officers for the Chamber Board of Directors
Announcing the new members and officers for the Chamber Board of Directors The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the new additions to its Board of Directors for 2022, as well as its slate of officers for the new year. New board members serving three-year terms are: Erin Danastasio, Hatch Foundation Tom…
Read MoreHelping businesses celebrate milestones
Helping businesses celebrate milestones Every day, the Chamber works to help businesses grow and thrive. And one of the things we love most is when we have the opportunity to help those organizations commemorate significant achievements – grand openings, anniversaries, new facilities and more. Check out the organizations that we recently helped celebrate new milestones!…
Read MoreSGF Business Insider – December 2021: How Do Small Organizations Succeed?
SGF Business Insider – December 2021: How Do Small Organizations Succeed? In this episode, Chamber President Matt Morrow talks with Lisa Farmer, executive director of Harmony House. Lisa and her team were awarded the 2021 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award in November, and they discussed what the award means for her organization and how…
Read MoreAnnual Passes available for 2022
Annual Passes available for 2022 The Reach Campaign for 2021 has come to a conclusion, but there is one opportunity still available for those who want to both support the Chamber and connect with colleagues: Pick up an Annual Pass! An Annual Pass offers numerous advantages over buying event tickets individually – you save money…
Read MoreHarmony House receives 2021 Small Business Award
Harmony House receives 2021 Small Business Award During its annual event on November 10, the Chamber announced Harmony House as the recipient of the 2021 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award. Started by a concerned group of community members in 1976, Harmony House has been providing shelter and support services to domestic violence survivors ever…
Read MoreChamber hires new membership engagement coordinator
Chamber hires new membership engagement coordinator The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hire of Parker Reid as Membership Engagement Coordinator in the Chamber’s membership department. Her first day on the job was August 24. In her new role, Reid helps to provide service and support to new members in a…
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