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Business
Wednesday
Developing a comprehensive business plan Understanding your financials Developing and maintaining a good recordkeeping system Providing good customer service Bring a business associate and be ready to walk away with new strategies for increasing business success!
PRESENTERS:
Carolynne Gamble, MFA
$20.00
(Bring a colleague for free!)
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Contact: NVC Small Business Development Center at 707.253.3210 Register online at napasbdc.org
Carolynne is a Napa Valley artist, Marketing Specialist, and teacher at Napa Valley College and Solano College Small Business Development Centers. She is a graphic designer with over 25 years of experience in marketing and public relations. She is local chamber member.
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The Napa Chamber Foundation and Mechanics Bank Are Proud To Announce The Napa Chamber Foundation and Mechanics Bank Are Proud To Announce
Who Who Are the Heroes inCommunity? Are the Heroes in Our Our Community?
This eventThis event is to recognize recognize local community leaders, individuals and businesses for their outstanding is designed designed to local community leaders, individuals and businesses for their outstanding leadership, contributions and/or achievements toward the betterment of the communities of Napa Valley. leadership, contributions and/or achievements toward the betterment of the communities of Napa Valley. If you would like to submit a submit a nomination, we encourage you TODAY! TODAY! If you would like to nomination, we encourage you to do so to do so Nominations are now being accepted accepted in the following categories: Nominations are now being in the following categories:
Outstanding Community Booster of the Year the Year Outstanding Hospitality/Tourism Award Award Outstanding Community Booster of Outstanding Hospitality/Tourism
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Outstanding Healthcare Professional Outstanding Healthcare Professional of the Year the Year of
Outstanding Nonprofit Employee of the Year the Year Outstanding Nonprofit Employee of
Outstanding Nonprofit Organization Outstanding Nonprofit Organization Outstanding Napa Valley College Student Student of the Year the Year of Outstanding Napa Valley College of the Year the Year of This group This group gives above and beyond what in required in gives above and beyond what is required is
their and inspires others to support their This individual embodies the characteristics of a great of a great their profession, profession, and inspires others to support their This individual embodies the characteristics cause for the bettermentbetterment of life in Napa Valley. cause for the of life in Napa Valley. student leader through scholastic achievement and student leader through scholastic achievement and communitycommunity involvement. involvement.
This This individual gives beyond what is required This individual or group gives above and above and beyond what is individual gives above and above and beyond what is required This individual or group gives beyond what is in their profession, profession, and inspires others to support a in their and inspires others to support a required in required in their profession, and inspires others to support their profession, and inspires others to support significant cause for the bettermentbetterment of life in Napa Valley. significant cause for the of life in Napa Valley. a significant healthcare healthcare related cause for the betterment a significant related cause for the betterment of life in Napalife in Napa Valley. of Valley.
Submit your nomination online at napachamberfoundation.org. Nomination forms are forms are also at Mechanics Bank Submit your nomination online at napachamberfoundation.org. Nomination also available available at Mechanics Bank and the Napa the Napa Chamber of Commerce. For more information, contact the Napa Chamber at 707.226.7455. and Chamber of Commerce. For more information, contact the Napa Chamber at 707.226.7455.
Third Thursday...
AfTer HoUrs
MIXER
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
$10.00 - Members
Dec. 15
Thursday,
Model Bakery The Hess Collection Winery Treasury Wine Estates Napa Chamber Ambassadors
Dont miss this popular and effective networking event typically attended by more than 200 business people!
Presidents Circle
Napa Chamber of Commerce 1556 First Street Napa 94559 707.226.7455 napachamber.com
ANNuAl DiNNer
Annual General Membership Meeting and Installation of Officers and Directors
Join us in celebrating...
Citizen of the Year Gary Garaventa Ambassador of the Year Business of the Year
6:30pm $110.00 pp
Table of 10: $1000.00 black tie optional
Register online at
Presidents Circle Sponsors:
napachamber.com
The Valleys Daily News Source
Join us for a gala night of fun in celebration of our community with friends and colleagues.
Silent Auction donations are a great way to promote your business, call for more information! 707.226.7455
Influence Internet Napa Valley Marketplace Silverado Resort Redwood Credit Union
One of the highlights of this special evenings Awards Banquet is an impressive Silent Auction.
All proceeds from the sale of auction items will directly support the Napa Chambers programs, which contribute to creating a strong local economy and promoting the community. The perfect blend for a balanced quality of life!
or return to: Napa Chamber of Commerce 1556 First Street Napa, CA 94559 or email: lynn@napachamber.com
Influence Internet Napa Valley Marketplace Silverado Resort Redwood Credit Union
Silent Auction
Deadline for Auction Items: January 11
Thank you!
yes, we will donate an auction item to the Napa Chamber Annual Dinner. no, we cant donate an auction item, but we will provide a case of wine for the event.
Company Name: Contact Name: Phone Number: Item(s)/Amount you wish to donate: $Value of item (to establish minimum bid): Instructions for picking up item(s):
Dont forget to register to attend this great annual event on napachamber.com!
December 2011
Event & Committee Calendar
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY MONDAY TUESDAY
January 20, 2012 generated 6:30 p.m. at BeQRious.com
black tie optional
Creating a strong local economy Promoting the community Providing networking opportunities Supporting a sustainable future Representing business to government Engaging in political actionaction
FRIDAY
join us in celebrating...
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9:00 am
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
12:00 noon
BUSINESS BUILDERS
8:30 - 11:30 a.m. 1:00-4:00 p.m. S.C.O.R.E.
9:00 a.m.
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LABOR LAW UPDATE FOR 2012
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Tune-In Every Friday!
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Today In The Wine Country
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
1:00-4:00 p.m. S.C.O.R.E.
12:00 noon
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Tune-In Every Friday!
AMBASSADORS LUNCH
5:30-7:00 p.m.
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Chamber Office Will Be Closed From December 23rd thru December 26th
HOLIDAY BREAK
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Chamber Office Will Be Closed From December 23rd thru December 26th
HOLIDAY BREAK
Chamber Office Will Be Closed From December 30th thru January 2nd
All meetings are in the Chamber Boardroom, unless otherwise noted. For more information on any committee or event, please visit napachamber.com.
Business
everyone promotes their business with a 30-second share marketing ideas and pitch successful business practices! one business is drawn to make a 10 minute presentation at a future lunch network and build relationships on display your marketing your lunch break! materials on the expose your business table*
Where: Hilton Garden Inn, 3585 Solano Ave., Napa When: First Friday of Every Month Date: February 3, 2012 Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm (Lunch Included) Cost: $30.00 Members; $60.00 Prospective Members
Reservations must be made 3 days prior, this event is limited to the first 50 reservations.
*Arrive early to place your materials at the Expose Your Business table.
Bring PLENTY of Business Cards for the drawing! Winner gets a spotlight presentation...
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S P O N S O R E D B Y T H E N A PA C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E
Equipping business owners, managers, directors, and others with tools and training to assist them in overcoming todays common leadership challenges.
After various life activities involving leadership I found this program to be a refreshing perspective learning experience above and beyond my expectations. - Mike Cortez, TechPro Source, Fairfield There are few people I have met with the intuitive resources to train individuals and companies on values oriented leadership. You have a true understanding of things. - John Rush, Founder Rush Press, San Diego
Leadership: Cultivating The Best In Ourselves, Our Teams, and Our Relationships Tues. February 14th, 2012
Registration: 7:45 a.m.. Workshop: 8 a.m. -12 p.m.
Workshops will be held at the Napa Chamber, 1556 First Street, Napa, CA 94559 (FOR MORE INFORMATION ON EACH SEMINAR PLEASE SEE PAGE 2)
The Leadership Challenge Series includes Twelve hours of leadership training for $295 for Chamber members ($350 for non-members). $50 discount for second person from the same company (limited to 2 additional).
Register online at https://napachamber.securesites.net/eventcart.html or send form with payment to: Napa Chamber of Commerce, 1556 First Street, Napa, CA 94559 (707) 226-7455 Fax (707) 226-1171 _______ $295.00 member, _______ $245.00 x No. of addtl members _______ Total _______ $350.00 non-member, _______ $300.00 x No. of addtl non-members _______ Total Name ___________________________________________Company ________________________________________ Phone __________________________E-mail (required) __________________________________________________ Additional Person __________________________________ E-mail _________________________________________ Additional Person __________________________________ E-mail _________________________________________ Visa, MC, Amex, Disc# ____________________________________ Exp ______________ Amt _________ Signature _________________________________________________________ Date _________________
S P O N S O R E D B Y T H E N A PA C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E
This second session will be geared toward assisting leaders in becoming more confident and effective (generating positive results) in their leadership role. Participants will identify a personal leadership challenge and one or more specific results they desire. They will be guided through a series of processes to assist them in implementing the principles of exemplary leadership and Authentic Teamwork and gain a solid understanding of the specific steps one needs to take to become an exemplary leader on the path to creating a high performing team.
Check-In: 7:45 a.m. Workshop: 8 a.m. -12 p.m. - Napa Chamber, 1556 First Street, Napa, CA 94559
This third will be geared toward understanding, articulating and identifying the common sources of conflict. You will understand your own and others conflict reflexes and successful conflict management techniques. You will build on knowledge and insight gained in the first session and have the opportunity to receive coaching on their own real life examples. They will learn a powerful, three-step process for being responsible for the resolution of conflict and when to implement it.
Sherry McKillop is principle and founder of Follow Your Compass where she specializes in developing leaders and teams. She equips them to transform the obstacles that stop them from generating outstanding results at work and in life. She assists leaders in creating authentic relationships and to perform with confidence and power.
Check-In: 8:45 a.m. Workshop: 9 a.m. -12 p.m. Napa Chamber, 1556 First Street, Napa, CA 94559
Ms. McKillop received her coach training at the Path Coach Institute (Laurie Beth Jones, Inc., Phoenix, AZ) and Team Coaching International (Sausalito, CA). She was honored with the national Preceptor Award by the Association of Leadership Profes- sionals for achieving a new standard of excellence in the direction of a community leadership program. She is a member of the International Coach Federation and serves regionally on the following Boards: Napa-Lake Workforce Investment Board, Napa Chamber of Commerce, and Sacramento Coaches Association. For more information about Ms. McKillop, please visit her website at http://www.followyourcompass.com