WNEG Weekly Chamber Update, July 18 2013

Weekly Chamber Update as heard on WNEG AM 630 every Thursday at 6:45am, 12:45pm and 5:45pm.

Thursday July 18, 2013

Hello this is Wendi Bailey your Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President with your Weekly Chamber Update.

Has anyone ever asked you: What’s there to do around here? Can you recommend a good restaurant? Where can I do some shopping? Or Where’s a good place to spend the night?

Well, with the Southern Living Showcase Home opening up from September through December and the Currahee Military Weekend in October we’ll have lots of visitors in town, asking us lots of questions.

To prepare for our out of town guests, the Chamber is presenting a “Customer Service & Hospitality Training” on Thursday August 8^th facilitated by Ruth King of NGTC from 11:30an to 1pm in the Mitchell Allen Room.

Customer Service is the new PR. Participants will learn “customer service” tips and how to best promote Toccoa-Stephens County’s attractions, activities and events as the best on earth. You must RSVP by calling the Chamber at 706-886-2132.      

I have a few announcements for you:

The TSC Tomorrow Visioning Champions will meet with the Leadership Action Team next Tuesday to discuss the next “Community Input” meeting with the J.W. Fanning Institute on September 12^th.  If you’d like a copy of the Toccoa-Stephens County community vision, please come by the Chamber or call 706-886-2132.

The deadline to register for the Georgia Chamber of Commerce Power Lunch is Monday July 22^nd. Come hear Chamber President and CEO, Chris Clark on Thursday July 25^th at the Currahee Club from 11:30am to 1pm. Lunch is complimentary but you must RSVP by emailing powerlunch@gachamber.com.  

Next Thursday we have a special grand opening Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Damon Media billboard marketing here at the Train Depot. Hope to see you there!

Finally, this Saturday night don’t miss a variety of local bands playing live at the Ida Cox music festival on Doyle Street from 7pm to 10pm. That’s good music every Saturday night – through the end of July! 

Our business is helping your business! The Chamber offers enhanced visibility, referrals and assistance with business challenges. Join us today and let’s work together for a better Toccoa-Stephens County.

That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President. 

WNEG Weekly Chamber Update - July 10, 2013

Weekly Chamber Update as heard on WNEG AM 630 every Thursday at 6:45am, 12:45pm and 5:45pm.

Hello this is Wendi Bailey your Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President with your Weekly Chamber Update.

At the Chamber’s Annual Meeting on May 22^nd, Barry Roberts, Chair of the T-SC TOMORROW VISIONING effort rolled out the vision for Toccoa-Stephens County. Twelve themes were identified and presented from the results of the “Community Input” meeting with the J.W. Fanning Institute back in September 2012.

Champions are now named as representatives of the themes. These Champions are committed citizens who, by virtue of their positions, are leading the efforts around their themes. They currently serve on committees and participate in events related to their assigned themes.

The goal is to make the most efficient use of our community’s limited resources by avoiding duplication of efforts and by focusing everyone on a single long-term vision. The Champions will meet with the Visioning “Leadership Action Team” on July 23^rd and we’ve set the date for the next “Community Input” meeting with the J.W. Fanning Institute on September 12^th at 6pm at the NGTC Currahee Campus.

If you’d like a copy of the Toccoa-Stephens County community vision, please come by the Chamber or call 706-886-2132.

I have a few announcements for you:

The Chamber is presenting a “Customer Service & Hospitality Training” on Thursday August 8^th facilitated by Ruth King of NGTC from 11:30an to 1pm in the Mitchel Allen Room. Customer Service is the new PR and it can make or break your business. Participants will learn “customer service” tips and how to best promote Toccoa-Stephens County’s tourist attractions, activities and events. Save the date for Thursday August 8^th     

Today we have a special grand opening Ribbon Cutting Celebration for the Swilling’s and Just Right Catering at their new location on Doyle Street in Downtown Toccoa. Hope to see you there!

There is still time to register for the Georgia Chamber of Commerce Power Lunch with Chamber President and CEO, Chris Clark on Thursday July 25^th at the Currahee Club from 11:30am to 1pm.   

Finally, this Saturday morning is the Sage Market, Saturday afternoon Star Trek is playing at the Schaefer Center and Saturday night don’t miss Eddie & the Public Speakers playing live at the Ida Cox music festival on Doyle Street from 7pm to 10pm. That’s good music every Saturday night – through the end of July! 

Our business is your business! The Chamber offers enhanced visibility, referrals and assistance with business challenges. Join us today and let’s work together for a better Toccoa-Stephens County.

That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President. 

Weekly Chamber Update, June 27 2013

Weekly Chamber Update as heard on WNEG AM 630 every Thursday at 6:45am, 12:45pm and 5:45pm.

Hello this is Wendi Bailey your Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President with your Weekly Chamber Update.

Have you registered for the Georgia Chamber of Commerce Power Lunch? With Chamber President and CEO, Chris Clark on Thursday July 25^th at the Currahee Club from 11:30am to 1pm? You are invited to attend and interact with Georgia Chamber members and business people from the region. 

There is no cost to attend the lunch. However, you must RSVP  by sending an email to powerlunch@gachamber.com. Please put TOCCOA in the subject field and RSVP today!  Join us to learn more about key business issues and what we can all do to achieve our common business goals.

I have a few announcements for you:

We are gearing up for the Currahee Military Weekend and are in search of new Welcome Center volunteers. We offer flexible hours, and a fun atmosphere, where you can meet interesting people and promote Toccoa-Stephens County hospitality. It’s a great resume builder, too! Call to learn more at 706-886-2132.

TODAY at 10am we have a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting celebration for Pablo and Lori Tocohua (pronounced Toccoa) and their restaurant called Old Mexico located on MLK in downtown Toccoa next to the Farmers Market building. Hope to see you there!

On Saturday night don’t miss Clay Leverette and the Chasers, and Eye Candy playing live at the Ida Cox music festival on Doyle Street from 7pm to 10pm. Good music every Saturday night – now through the end of July!  On Sunday at 5pm Ms. Shirley Colmbs will celebrate the opening of her new Shirley’s Shelter on South Alexander Street - and the public is welcome.  Also, on Sunday at 7pm - don’t miss the Toccoa Symphony Orchestra’s Patriotic Pops outdoor concert on the Currahee Club lawn.  

Finally, save the date for the “Wake Hartwell Wakeboarding Competition” on Lake Hartwell July20-21^h at the Tugaloo State Park. Admission is free. 

Our business is your business! The Chamber offers enhanced visibility, referrals and assistance with business challenges. Join us today and let’s work together for a better Toccoa-Stephens County.

That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President. 

WNEG Radio AM 630, Weekly Chamber Update June 20, 2013

Here is your Weekly Chamber Update as heard on WNEG AM 630 every Thursday at 6:45am, 12:45pm and 5:45pm. Enjoy!

Hello this is Wendi Bailey your Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President with your Weekly Chamber Update.

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosts a series of Power Lunches with local chambers in the Regions across the state. These events feature Georgia Chamber Board Chair, Steve Green and Chamber President, Chris Clark.

New this year, the Power Lunch for our Region will be held in Toccoa on Thursday July 25^th at the Currahee Club from 11:30am to 1pm.

You are invited to attend, and interact with Georgia Chamber members and business people from the region to learn more about key business issues and what we can all do to achieve our common business goals.

There is no cost to attend the lunch. However, you must RSVP  by sending an email to powerlunch@gachamber.com. Please put TOCCOA in the subject field and RSVP today!

In July the Georgia Chamber will be here in Toccoa and in August Toccoa-Stephens County will be featured in the Georgia Trend Business Magazine with 50,000 copies delivered to leaders across the state. If you are interested in purchasing ad space to accompany the article please let me know TODAY.  

I have a few announcements for you:

TODAY at 10am we have a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting celebration for Khristel Ivestor and Julio Moreno and her new business called “Moreno’s Treasure Box” located in Bell’s Plaza. Hope to see you there!

This weekend don’t miss Randy and MacKenzie Chester playing live at the Ida Cox music festival on Doyle Street from 7pm to 10pm. Good music every Saturday night – now through the end of July!  

Next Tuesday, June 25^th we have a an “After Hours Meet & Greet” with Representative Dan Gasaway, at 5:30pm at the Cornerstone/ X-Factor Grill in Historic Downtown Toccoa.  And next Wednesday, June 26^th is our monthly Member Luncheon at BJ's Restaurant at 12pm.

Our business is your business! We offer enhanced visibility, referrals and assistance with business challenges. Join the Chamber today and let’s work together for a better Toccoa-Stephens County.

That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President. 

Weekly Chamber Update Thursday June 13, 2013

This Weekly Chamber Update is heard on WNEG AM 630 every Thursday at 6:45am, 12:45pm and 5:45pm.

Hello this is Wendi Bailey your Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President with your Weekly Chamber Update.

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosts a series of Power Lunches with local chambers in the Regions. These events feature Georgia Chamber Board Chair, Steve Green and Chamber President, Chris Clark.

New this year, the Power Lunch for our Region will be held in Toccoa on Thursday July 25^th at the Currahee Club from 11:30am to 1pm.

You are invited to attend and interact with Georgia Chamber members and business people from the region to learn more about key business issues and what we can all do to achieve our common business goals.

So in July the Georgia Chamber will be here in Toccoa and in August Toccoa-Stephens County will be featured in the Georgia Trend Business Magazine with 50,000 copies delivered to leaders and affluent consumers across the state. If you are interested in purchasing ad space to accompany the article please let me know by June 20.

I have a few announcements for you:

TODAY at 10am we have a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting celebration for Feral Outfitters at their location on Doyle Street in downtown Toccoa. Feral Outfitters is owned by Karly Herring and her store specializes in women’s clothing offering a wide variety of edgy style.

This Friday we have a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting for Janelle Heart owner of Tinker Bell’s Flea Market located at 518 Currahee Street and next Tuesday we have a Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Dr. Benny Erwin and his new location on Stephens Circle.  

The NEGA Employer’s Seminar is TODAY at the Pointe Church on SR 17. There is a complimentary afternoon session from 1pm to 2pm on the affordable care act. Pease call the Chamber for a complete schedule at 706-886-2132.

The Georgia Mountain Farm Tour on this weekend including a tour of our very own Taylor Creek Farms. Tickets are on sale now in the Welcome Center.  Also this weekend the Ida Cox music fest continues on Doyle Street with the Blue Billy Grit Band. We hope to see you there!

Our business is serving, promoting and protecting our members. We offer visibility, referrals and assistance with business challenges. Join the Chamber today and let’s work together for a better Toccoa-Stephens County.

That’s your weekly Update. I’m Wendi Bailey your Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce President.