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Chamber events and programs gives members a chance to network, gain new customers and make useful business contacts.

Annual Golf Classic
More than 100 golfers participate in this relaxing, fun-filled day to show their support for the Chamber’s Young Americans Program. Taking place on a Valley golf course, golfers receive lunch, dinner and door prizes and can enter in to many contestants including a Hole-in-One contest. This premier event raises money for Young Americans Scholarships.

Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony
The Chamber’s annual gala at the beginning of the year recognizes outgoing and incoming Chamber officers and directors, celebrates the work of committee chairs and volunteers, and honors the Chamber’s Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Karen L. Hackman Star of Excellence and Dan Foss Heritage award recipients. More than 200 Chamber members attended the 2011 event, held at Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove, to recognize accomplishments and volunteers in 2010. Click here for photos.

ATHENA® Program
In 1981, a vision for celebrating, articulating, and influencing leadership was formulated in Lansing, Michigan. The concept focused on establishing an award to recognize outstanding leaders who achieved professional excellence, gave back to their community, and created leadership opportunities for other women. Local communities across the United States and beyond our borders embraced the ATHENA® Award, named in recognition of the Greek goddess of wisdom and courage. Today, the ATHENA® Foundation is an established international organization that has recognized thousands of women and men for helping women reach their full leadership potential. For more information, click here.

Breakfast Clubs
Designed for even the most hesitant “networker,” The Breakfast Club will increase your contacts in a structured networking format. Groups consisting of 12-to-15 non-competitive businesses will meet on a regular basis for a brief breakfast and the opportunity to walk away with qualified business leads. Currently, there are three Breakfast Clubs -- one in Lewisburg, one in Shamokin Dam and one in Selinsgrove.

Business After Hours
These monthly evening meetings provide excellent opportunities for connecting with fellow members, discussing contemporary issues, learning about the Chamber’s special initiatives, and giving your business needed exposure in the four-county area. They are truly "networking at its best."

Economic Forecast Luncheon
This premier Chamber event attracts more than 200 members and guests. Each year, a different prominent economist discusses regional and national economic trends that will likely impact local business in the coming year.

 

Joint Legislative Forums
These forums provide an opportunity for Chamber members to meet with federal, state, and county elected officials to learn about issues affecting the community and specifically the business climate. These events draw area business leaders as well as local municipal officials. The Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce jointly hosts these meetings with Milton's Central PA Chamber of Commerce.

Monthly Meetings
The Chamber holds a membership luncheon meeting each month. Chamber members have the opportunity to network, learn about Valley businesses and hear regional news and initiatives that may affect their companies and employees.

Office Staff Recognition Luncheon
Held annually in April on National Professional Secretaries Day, this fun-filled celebration recognizes those in the workplace that help “keep business moving” in the Valley. The event features a light-hearted speaker and/or program, with numerous door-prizes and gifts donated by local business supporters. More than 175 Chamber members attend to show their support and recognition for key office and workplace staff.

Pig Roast

Come network on a beautiful fall night while sampling wine and listening to the blues. 2009 is this premier event's first year. Attendees will enjoy local wine, refreshments, music and a souvenir glass.

Small Business Support Group

Join other small business owners every third Friday of the month for support in taking your organization to the next level of success. This is an informal discussion group that will spotlight specific issues and topics pertinent to small businesses. Meetings are held in the mornings at the Chamber's Business Center.

Notary Public Services/Certificates of Origin
Chamber members receive free notary services at the Business Center Office located on Routes 11 & 15 in Shamokin Dam. Appointments for this service are recommended.

Ribbon Cuttings
The Chamber’s staff will help coordinate your ribbon cutting with no fees. Whether you are a new member or an existing one who would like to showcase your business, we can help publicize your important event! Click here to see recent ribbon cuttings.

Women's Leadership Symposium
Visions and Connections is a women’s leadership symposium, inviting women to join their peers from the Valley to spend a day with highly experienced professionals. The conference gives attendees dozens of new ideas and action plans to boost their career, their attitude and their life. It’s especially designed to give powerful information and profound insights that will make a lasting, positive impact on attendees’ lives. This unique conference is all about getting it “right.”

Leadership Susquehanna Valley

This active learning program begins with a one and a half day retreat, followed by eight monthly, day-long Program Days including numerous field trips, group projects, and other practical experiences.  The Program is friendly, interactive, and intense: participants are expected to attend each of the Program Days and to contribute consistently to the work of the group.

· Education - October 15
· Communication & Public Relations - November 19
· Health & Human Services - December 17
· Economic Development- January 21, 2010
· Current & Emerging Work Force Demands- February 18
· Local Government - March 18
· Law & Judiciary - April 15
· Agriculture & Natural Resources- May 20

Graduation ceremony will be held on June 17, 2010

 

 

 
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