Have you seen the Chamber’s web site lately? Hits to the site are increasing every month. They jumped from 2,000 to 7,000 last month due to the "Buy Local" program and the Holiday Hot Deals. Our members can track hits to their business every month, too.
Our goal is to continue to enhance our Chamber Member's online visibility in 2011. To do that, we've partnered with Currahee Graphics. If you are just starting out then a Facebook page may suit you, if you have an established business then Banner ads will better suit you.
Christy Harner from Currahee Graphics is here this week meeting with members. And there is a Lunch-N-Learn presentation today at 11am in the Mitchell Allen room at the Depot. Please plan to attend and let us match your online marketing needs with our products and services at the best price. Or call us to schedule your one-on-one appointment today.
Three Announcements for You:
1st - there is a Ribbon Cutting Today at 10am for the new Sanders Drugs. Come meet Clint Sanders at his new location on Falls Rd in Toccoa.
2nd – there is a New Member Reception Today at 5pm for all our new members over the past year. Ambassadors will be there, too. It is a great way to learn how others are using the Chamber membership to grow their customer base and make more money.
3rd - Next Thursday we have a Ribbon Cutting at the new Gloria Adams Adult Day Care Center.
Check out our Facebook page and see a picture of the Team we took to Atlanta on Tuesday for the Eggs & Issues event - and the Tourism Day at the Capitol. Then post your business news, too.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Friday, December 17, 2010
Buy Local, Online Marketing Opportunities, Business Plan Competition, Coats for Kids, Volunteer in the Welcome Center
BUY LOCALLY
Can you believe there are only 9 days until Christmas? Have you gone to the Chamber’s web site and printed one of the great holiday hot deals? “Buying Locally” has never been so easy! There are over 35 businesses with all kinds of gift discounts. There are many “dining discounts” too! Remember our mantra is Shop Stephens and Save!
ONLINE MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES
The new year is a great time for you to think about getting a 24/7 web presence. The Chamber’s web site receives over 1200 hits per month. Let us help you create a Facebook page, a mini web page or a bigger web site for your business. Members who already have web site will want to enhance their visibility by purchasing banner ads on the Chamber's web site. We are setting appointments now and look forward to providing this new service for our members.
BUSINESS IDEA COMPETITION
Our Economic Development Committee is planning a Business Plan Competition. Entrepreneurs will be invited to compete to win “start-up” business services and support - to put into operation a for-profit business in Toccoa-Stephens County. If you have an idea for a business plan that you think would win please call the Chamber to learn more today.
VOLUNTEER IN THE WELCOME CENTER
The new year is also a great time to think about giving back to your community. Stephens County is known for its hospitality - and we need new, friendly faces - to staff the Welcome Center. Come make new friends - and help our visitors find what they are looking for.
COATS FOR KIDS
The Welcome Center is collecting new or gently used, warm, winter coats - to keep the students of Stephens county warm throughout the winter. Help us help our kids - by making a donation – the deadline is January 14th.
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
There are so many great ways to get more visibility and get more customers. Host a Network Toccoa, a Business After Hours, teach a seminar on your product and service. The Chamber is here when you are ready! Just call us at 706-886-2132. Also, don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and sign up to follow our Blog, too.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President.
Can you believe there are only 9 days until Christmas? Have you gone to the Chamber’s web site and printed one of the great holiday hot deals? “Buying Locally” has never been so easy! There are over 35 businesses with all kinds of gift discounts. There are many “dining discounts” too! Remember our mantra is Shop Stephens and Save!
ONLINE MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES
The new year is a great time for you to think about getting a 24/7 web presence. The Chamber’s web site receives over 1200 hits per month. Let us help you create a Facebook page, a mini web page or a bigger web site for your business. Members who already have web site will want to enhance their visibility by purchasing banner ads on the Chamber's web site. We are setting appointments now and look forward to providing this new service for our members.
BUSINESS IDEA COMPETITION
Our Economic Development Committee is planning a Business Plan Competition. Entrepreneurs will be invited to compete to win “start-up” business services and support - to put into operation a for-profit business in Toccoa-Stephens County. If you have an idea for a business plan that you think would win please call the Chamber to learn more today.
VOLUNTEER IN THE WELCOME CENTER
The new year is also a great time to think about giving back to your community. Stephens County is known for its hospitality - and we need new, friendly faces - to staff the Welcome Center. Come make new friends - and help our visitors find what they are looking for.
COATS FOR KIDS
The Welcome Center is collecting new or gently used, warm, winter coats - to keep the students of Stephens county warm throughout the winter. Help us help our kids - by making a donation – the deadline is January 14th.
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
There are so many great ways to get more visibility and get more customers. Host a Network Toccoa, a Business After Hours, teach a seminar on your product and service. The Chamber is here when you are ready! Just call us at 706-886-2132. Also, don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and sign up to follow our Blog, too.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President.
Friday, December 10, 2010
2010 Buy Local Program, Hoiday Hot Deals, Web Site, Social Media & Online Marketing Strategies
2010 Buy Local Program & Holiday Hot Deals
Christmas is closer than you think! Aren’t you happy there are Holiday Hot Deals to help you get more for less?
Have you gone to the Chamber’s web site yet? Toccoagachamber.com? Have you clicked on the Hot Deals button and printed the coupons that interest you? ”Buying Locally” has never been so easy! There are over 35 participating businesses with all kinds of gift discounts. There are many “dining discounts” too - for after working up an appetite shopping!
If you are a member merchant: don’t worry, there is still time to get your Holiday Hot Deal advertised.
If you are a shopper: Check back often for new deals! And Remember our mantra is Shop Stephens and Save!
Web Site, Social Media & Online Marketing Strategies
Have you heard the Chamber has partnered with “Currahee Graphics” to get all our members a 24/7 web presence. The time is now for you to create a Facebook page, a mini web page or a bigger web site for your business. Members who already have web presence will want to enhance it by purchasing a banner ad on the Chamber's web site. We are excited about the new partnership and look forward to providing this new service for our members.
Few special events to announce:
Next Tuesday the 14th the Business-After-Hours is hosted by Gold Craft Jewelers, from 5pm – 6:30pm at their location in the Memorial Drive Business Center. And yes, they have a Holiday Hot Deal! The Jack Pot Drawing is up to $375 - and you must be present to win. Hope to see you there!
Wednesday the 15th the Chamber has invited the Senior Sector of our membership to come have Chili with the Chairman – Lee Hicks, from 11am to 1pm, in the Mitchell Allen Room at the train depot. We look forward to sharing information - and insights - over a hearty meal.
Thursday the 16th there is a Business Spotlight on SAGE Automotive Interiors, from 11am to 1am at their location on SR 17. We look forward to touring their facility and learning more about this industry and their associates.
The Chamber is here when you are ready! Just call us at 706-886-2132. Also, don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and sign up to follow our Blog, too.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President.
Christmas is closer than you think! Aren’t you happy there are Holiday Hot Deals to help you get more for less?
Have you gone to the Chamber’s web site yet? Toccoagachamber.com? Have you clicked on the Hot Deals button and printed the coupons that interest you? ”Buying Locally” has never been so easy! There are over 35 participating businesses with all kinds of gift discounts. There are many “dining discounts” too - for after working up an appetite shopping!
If you are a member merchant: don’t worry, there is still time to get your Holiday Hot Deal advertised.
If you are a shopper: Check back often for new deals! And Remember our mantra is Shop Stephens and Save!
Web Site, Social Media & Online Marketing Strategies
Have you heard the Chamber has partnered with “Currahee Graphics” to get all our members a 24/7 web presence. The time is now for you to create a Facebook page, a mini web page or a bigger web site for your business. Members who already have web presence will want to enhance it by purchasing a banner ad on the Chamber's web site. We are excited about the new partnership and look forward to providing this new service for our members.
Few special events to announce:
Next Tuesday the 14th the Business-After-Hours is hosted by Gold Craft Jewelers, from 5pm – 6:30pm at their location in the Memorial Drive Business Center. And yes, they have a Holiday Hot Deal! The Jack Pot Drawing is up to $375 - and you must be present to win. Hope to see you there!
Wednesday the 15th the Chamber has invited the Senior Sector of our membership to come have Chili with the Chairman – Lee Hicks, from 11am to 1pm, in the Mitchell Allen Room at the train depot. We look forward to sharing information - and insights - over a hearty meal.
Thursday the 16th there is a Business Spotlight on SAGE Automotive Interiors, from 11am to 1am at their location on SR 17. We look forward to touring their facility and learning more about this industry and their associates.
The Chamber is here when you are ready! Just call us at 706-886-2132. Also, don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and sign up to follow our Blog, too.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Shop Stephens & Save, Online Marketing Support Services
Weekly Chamber Update - Wednesday December 1, 2010
I have two announcements for you this week:
First - The Chamber’s Membership Committee is again promoting ”Buy Local” this Holiday season to support our local merchants and economy. Look for the Holiday Hot Deal Bag Stuffers being distributed this week at participating locations with the 35 Chamber retailers listed who are offering over 45 Holiday Hot Deals.
Please join us in thanking these retailers for making it EASY for local shoppers - like me and you - to find gift items and dining discounts - LOCALLY - this holiday season.
Attention Members: there is still time to Partner with us and get your Holiday Hot Deal advertised. Please call/fax or email your Deal to us and we’ll post it online for you the next day.
Attention Shoppers: Please visit our web site at toccoagachamber.com and click on the hot deals button and print the coupons you like.
Let us know if you need help finding what you want. We’ll share the feedback with our member merchants for you. Remember our mantra is Shop Stephens and Save!
Second - The Chamber has partnered with Christy Harner of Currahee Graphics to get all our members a 24/7 web presence. Currahee Graphics has been the Chamber’s web designer since 2005 and has designed many other business web pages in town.
Our goal is for every member, have either a Facebook page, a mini web page or a bigger web site by the end of our year in June. Members who already have web presence may want to enhance it by purchasing banner ads on the Chamber's web site. We are excited about the new partnership and look forward to providing this new service for our members this year.
The Chamber is here when you are ready! Just call us at 706-886-2132. Also, don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and sign up to follow our Blog, too.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President.
UPCOMING CALENDAR EVENTS:
4th – Christmas Tree Lighting
5th – Christmas Parade
5th – Christmas At Traveler’s Rest
14th – Business After Hours at Gold Craft Jewelers
16th – Business Spotlight at SAGE Automotive Interiors
17th – Chile with the Chairman – Senior Sector
24th-17th Closed for the Holidays
I have two announcements for you this week:
First - The Chamber’s Membership Committee is again promoting ”Buy Local” this Holiday season to support our local merchants and economy. Look for the Holiday Hot Deal Bag Stuffers being distributed this week at participating locations with the 35 Chamber retailers listed who are offering over 45 Holiday Hot Deals.
Please join us in thanking these retailers for making it EASY for local shoppers - like me and you - to find gift items and dining discounts - LOCALLY - this holiday season.
Attention Members: there is still time to Partner with us and get your Holiday Hot Deal advertised. Please call/fax or email your Deal to us and we’ll post it online for you the next day.
Attention Shoppers: Please visit our web site at toccoagachamber.com and click on the hot deals button and print the coupons you like.
Let us know if you need help finding what you want. We’ll share the feedback with our member merchants for you. Remember our mantra is Shop Stephens and Save!
Second - The Chamber has partnered with Christy Harner of Currahee Graphics to get all our members a 24/7 web presence. Currahee Graphics has been the Chamber’s web designer since 2005 and has designed many other business web pages in town.
Our goal is for every member, have either a Facebook page, a mini web page or a bigger web site by the end of our year in June. Members who already have web presence may want to enhance it by purchasing banner ads on the Chamber's web site. We are excited about the new partnership and look forward to providing this new service for our members this year.
The Chamber is here when you are ready! Just call us at 706-886-2132. Also, don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and sign up to follow our Blog, too.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President.
UPCOMING CALENDAR EVENTS:
4th – Christmas Tree Lighting
5th – Christmas Parade
5th – Christmas At Traveler’s Rest
14th – Business After Hours at Gold Craft Jewelers
16th – Business Spotlight at SAGE Automotive Interiors
17th – Chile with the Chairman – Senior Sector
24th-17th Closed for the Holidays
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Pre-Legislative Session Meeting:Sen. Butterworth & Rep Harden, Education Seminar: Online Marketing Strategies, 2010 Shop Stephens Program
Weekly Chamber Update
Thursday November 18, 2010
Today from 9am to 10:30am we will visit with our SENATOR JIM BUTTERWORTH & REPRESENTATIVE MICHAEL HARDEN in the Mitchel Allen Conference room at the Historic Train Depot. Join the City, County, Schools, Chamber, and Development Authority officials - as we meet to discuss community priorities - as well as the legislative priorities - for the upcoming General Assembly session. We hope to see you there!
Who is coming to the L-N-L today - called "Web Site, Social Media & Online Marketing Strategies". Did you know over 1200 people/month go to the Chamber’s Online Business Directory and click through to member's web sites?
The Chamber wants to assist all members with getting a 24-7 web presence! Come hear about opportunities to purchase a mini-web page or bigger web sites - as well as Online Directory Banner Ads. Also, get Tips & Tricks for getting better results from using Facebook and Email Marketing tools. That’s today 11am to 1pm in the Mitchell Allen Room. Cost is $10 and lunch will be served.
The Chamber’s Membership Committee is again raising the awareness of the importance of Buying Local this Holiday - to support our local economy. They are rolling out the NEW and IMPROVED Shop Stephens and Save program - and inviting member businesses to submit their Best Holiday Discounts now for upcoming marketing and promotions. Let’s make it EASY for our local shoppers to find the perfect gift items LOCALLY this holiday season.
Your Chamber is thankful for all our 400 plus members. Our Board and committee Chairs are committed to being the BEST / business / organization - representing their needs and interests. Your issues are our issues and your concerns are our concerns.
If you are curious and would like to learn more, please visit our web site at toccoagachamber.com and click to follow us on Facebook - and to read our Blog. Or call us to set an appointment at 706-886-2132.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber
Thursday November 18, 2010
Today from 9am to 10:30am we will visit with our SENATOR JIM BUTTERWORTH & REPRESENTATIVE MICHAEL HARDEN in the Mitchel Allen Conference room at the Historic Train Depot. Join the City, County, Schools, Chamber, and Development Authority officials - as we meet to discuss community priorities - as well as the legislative priorities - for the upcoming General Assembly session. We hope to see you there!
Who is coming to the L-N-L today - called "Web Site, Social Media & Online Marketing Strategies". Did you know over 1200 people/month go to the Chamber’s Online Business Directory and click through to member's web sites?
The Chamber wants to assist all members with getting a 24-7 web presence! Come hear about opportunities to purchase a mini-web page or bigger web sites - as well as Online Directory Banner Ads. Also, get Tips & Tricks for getting better results from using Facebook and Email Marketing tools. That’s today 11am to 1pm in the Mitchell Allen Room. Cost is $10 and lunch will be served.
The Chamber’s Membership Committee is again raising the awareness of the importance of Buying Local this Holiday - to support our local economy. They are rolling out the NEW and IMPROVED Shop Stephens and Save program - and inviting member businesses to submit their Best Holiday Discounts now for upcoming marketing and promotions. Let’s make it EASY for our local shoppers to find the perfect gift items LOCALLY this holiday season.
Your Chamber is thankful for all our 400 plus members. Our Board and committee Chairs are committed to being the BEST / business / organization - representing their needs and interests. Your issues are our issues and your concerns are our concerns.
If you are curious and would like to learn more, please visit our web site at toccoagachamber.com and click to follow us on Facebook - and to read our Blog. Or call us to set an appointment at 706-886-2132.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber
Friday, November 5, 2010
Annual School System Report, Holiday Hot Deals, Web Site and Online Marketing Strategies Class
ONE - The Chamber’s Education Committee is Chaired by Greg Roach of North Georgia Technical College and Co-Chaired by Barry Roberts of Global Partitions.
The committee provides opportunities for member businesses - to build relationships with our schools - through the Partners-in-Education program - where businesses become vested and invested in our schools and school board - by volunteering time, money and expertise.
They are inviting you to attend the upcoming - Stephens County School System Annual Report Forum -to hear from our School Superintendent-Sherrie Whiten on our Schools System’s academic achievements - and future initiatives.
The Forum is set for Tuesday, November 16th at the North Georgia Technical College Currahee Campus from 11:00am – 1:00pm. Doors open at 10:30am.
Lunch will be served by Cabe Crest Catering - the cost is $8 for pre-registered guests and $10 for day-of registration. Please call the Chamber at 706-886-2132 to register and become a partner in education.
TWO - Your Chamber Membership Services Committee is Chaired by Mike Terrell of Fernside Package and Co-Chaired by Patti Joiner of Troup’s Studio and Hallmark. They are once again raising the importance of Buying Local - to support our local economy. They are rolling out the NEW and IMPORVED Shop Stephens and Save program – just in time for the Holidays! Member businesses are finalizing their discounts now - to make it EASY for local shoppers to find the perfect gift items this year - at a great price.
THREE - Your Chamber ‘s second quarter Education Seminar is titled “Web Site and Social Marketing Strategies” – it will be presented by our Chamber Web Designer Christy Harner of Currahee Graphics. Please call to reserve your place – that’s Thursday November 18 from 11am to 1pm in the Mitchell Allen Room. Cost is $8 for preregistration and $10 for day of.
Your Chamber is dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs and growing small businesses. We have access to experts who can assist you with your business interests and issues. Membership in the Chamber is the best return for your business investment. So get informed, get involved - and do your part to support our local economy. Call today - and set an appointment at 706-886-2132.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President.
The committee provides opportunities for member businesses - to build relationships with our schools - through the Partners-in-Education program - where businesses become vested and invested in our schools and school board - by volunteering time, money and expertise.
They are inviting you to attend the upcoming - Stephens County School System Annual Report Forum -to hear from our School Superintendent-Sherrie Whiten on our Schools System’s academic achievements - and future initiatives.
The Forum is set for Tuesday, November 16th at the North Georgia Technical College Currahee Campus from 11:00am – 1:00pm. Doors open at 10:30am.
Lunch will be served by Cabe Crest Catering - the cost is $8 for pre-registered guests and $10 for day-of registration. Please call the Chamber at 706-886-2132 to register and become a partner in education.
TWO - Your Chamber Membership Services Committee is Chaired by Mike Terrell of Fernside Package and Co-Chaired by Patti Joiner of Troup’s Studio and Hallmark. They are once again raising the importance of Buying Local - to support our local economy. They are rolling out the NEW and IMPORVED Shop Stephens and Save program – just in time for the Holidays! Member businesses are finalizing their discounts now - to make it EASY for local shoppers to find the perfect gift items this year - at a great price.
THREE - Your Chamber ‘s second quarter Education Seminar is titled “Web Site and Social Marketing Strategies” – it will be presented by our Chamber Web Designer Christy Harner of Currahee Graphics. Please call to reserve your place – that’s Thursday November 18 from 11am to 1pm in the Mitchell Allen Room. Cost is $8 for preregistration and $10 for day of.
Your Chamber is dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs and growing small businesses. We have access to experts who can assist you with your business interests and issues. Membership in the Chamber is the best return for your business investment. So get informed, get involved - and do your part to support our local economy. Call today - and set an appointment at 706-886-2132.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
You Have to Circulate to Percolate!
Have you ever heard the Chamber say “You have to circulate to percolate”? That means businesses have to continuously get out there, and promote their products and services to potential and new customers. As well as stay visible, and remind established customers that they appreciate their business.
The number one reason businesses join the Chamber of Commerce is because there are opportunities to network with over 400 members and meet new business contacts.
The Chamber is offering three great networking opportunities this month:
FIRST:
There is a Ribbon Cutting celebration for Convalescent Home Equipment TODAY at 10am at their NEW location on 1662 Falls Road, just up the hill from heir former location. Come meet the new office Manager Ashley Krivsky and let her tell you all the great things happening at Convalescent Home Equipment.
SECOND:
There is a very special Joint Business-After-Hours ALSO TODAY from 5pm-6:30pm. Mike and Colleen Terrell of Fernside Package Store - have partnered with the Cornerstone Restaurant - to bring us the first wine tasting event - ever for our T-SC Chamber members. The Jack Pot prize drawing is up to $325! Members need to RSVP to participate in the wine tasting - and must be present to win the Jack Pot.
FINALLY:
Next Thursday October 28th there is a “New Member Coffee” at 8:30am in the Depot Mitchel-Allen Conference Room.
Creative networking is more important today - than ever - to get more customers. Membership in the Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce is the best return for your business investment.
So get informed, get involved - and do your part to support your Community. Call today - and set an appointment to learn how to grow with us - at 706-886-2132.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President.
The number one reason businesses join the Chamber of Commerce is because there are opportunities to network with over 400 members and meet new business contacts.
The Chamber is offering three great networking opportunities this month:
FIRST:
There is a Ribbon Cutting celebration for Convalescent Home Equipment TODAY at 10am at their NEW location on 1662 Falls Road, just up the hill from heir former location. Come meet the new office Manager Ashley Krivsky and let her tell you all the great things happening at Convalescent Home Equipment.
SECOND:
There is a very special Joint Business-After-Hours ALSO TODAY from 5pm-6:30pm. Mike and Colleen Terrell of Fernside Package Store - have partnered with the Cornerstone Restaurant - to bring us the first wine tasting event - ever for our T-SC Chamber members. The Jack Pot prize drawing is up to $325! Members need to RSVP to participate in the wine tasting - and must be present to win the Jack Pot.
FINALLY:
Next Thursday October 28th there is a “New Member Coffee” at 8:30am in the Depot Mitchel-Allen Conference Room.
Creative networking is more important today - than ever - to get more customers. Membership in the Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce is the best return for your business investment.
So get informed, get involved - and do your part to support your Community. Call today - and set an appointment to learn how to grow with us - at 706-886-2132.
That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President.
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