2016 Eggs & Issues Legislative Forum
The Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce continues to assist local businesses and citizens in communicating their concerns and discussing issues with our legislative delegation at the Eggs & Issues Breakfast on Friday, January 8, 2016 from 8:30 am to 10:00 am at the University of North Georgia Banquet Hall. Eggs & Issues will feature Senator Steve Gooch and Representative Kevin Tanner. Our legislators remain interested in hearing what the citizens of this community have to say. Attendees will have a better understanding of our legislators' positions on important issues.
Morning Mingle
Jump start your morning at a Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Morning Mingle. Hear from our Morning Mingle business host, showcase your organization and promote your products all before the coffee kicks in! Morning Mingle shines the spotlight on each attending member providing each a 30 second commercial. This allows members the opportunity to introduce themselves and their business, build a rapport with one another, and make connections. People do business with those they know, like and trust! Networking with like-minded professionals builds connections, helps develop your personal brand and encourages new business opportunities. So why not have a great time doing it? Our Morning Mingle is the perfect opportunity that will allow you to meet and greet new contacts in a fun way!
Women in Lumpkin Leadership's January Presentation: SELF CARE Through Stress Management
Join us for W.I.L.L.'s first meeting of 2016 located at United Community Bank in Dahlonega. Let's start the year off right by learning how to deal more effectively with everyday stresses! This presentation by Gale Adams, will guide attendees in how to recognize and acknowledge stress, along with providing useful tools for dealing with it and preventing it from becoming secondary trauma. Gale Adams is an Advocate and Volunteer Coordinator for Rape Response. A light, breakfast will be provided at 8 am with the program starting at 8:30 am. Presentation & Breakfast Fee: $5 Members/$10 Non-members. Annual Membership Dues: $10/year (membership is not required to attend) Women in Lumpkin Leadership (WILL) is dedicated to helping women of all ages and backgrounds reach their potential. WILL is a monthly social and professional networking opportunity for women who live or work in Lumpkin County. It is designed to encourage the growth and development of leadership skills as women from all walks of life are empowered to achieve and to dream.
Board of Directors Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber & Visitors Bureau Board of Directors.
Ambassador Meeting
The Ambassador Program is an outreach and retention program for Chamber members with a built-in opportunity to provide public relations exposure for the Ambassadors and the businesses they represent. The Ambassadors are a group of professional volunteers from varied backgrounds who, while representing their business, act as a liaison between the Chamber and its members. The Ambassadors meet the last Tuesday of each month at 12:00pm in the Chamber conference room.
What's Up Wednesday
Please join us for a What's Up Wednesday networking lunch. January's What's Up Wednesday lunch is hosted by Bratzeit! Bratzeit is a family owned and operated restaurant serving authentic German & Swiss food and beer. The idea is simple! All you have to do is RSVP so we can give the restaurant a heads up on how many seats we will need. Once you arrive for lunch, check in and drop your business card in the hat for a drawing to win a gift certificate. Then let the networking begin - sit with people you don't know, and you may meet a new business contact or lead!
Lunch & Learn Workshop: Effective Networking
We heard you! You asked for training on ''successful'' networking and we've engaged Annette Walden Mason, known in Hall, Dawson, and Forsyth counties as the ''Networking Queen'' (she was actually presented a crown), to deliver her ideas on how to network effectively. Many of you will remember Annette from her presentation ''How to Get the Most from your Expo'' prior to the Business Expo in November. If you attended that presentation, you know you won't want to miss this workshop! Annette's company, Painted Lady Enterprises, specializes in Relationship Marketing and ''helping her client and their business look good.'' She was a contributing author of 'Effective Connections.' She has taught Social Media classes for the UGA Small Business Development Center in Gainesville and also speaks in the North Georgia area on various business topics. The class will take place on Wednesday, February 3, from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM in the Chamber conference room. Seating is very limited. Start the year off right and register today!
2016 Chamber Annual Banquet
Saddle up, put on your boots, and mosey on over for the Chamber Roundup 'cause we're hootin' and hollerin' at the 2016 Annual Banquet
How Two Women Successfully Lobbied the Georgia Legislature
Rick Hinkle & Susan Bennett host this VERY popular monthly event which showcases North Georgia musicians joining them on popular music from the 60?s & 70?s. Rick Hinkle has played lead guitar for Jerry Ragovoy, Eddie Kramer, Johnny Sandlin, Matt Still, Vassar Clemments, Theodis Ealey, Paul Davis, Ed Seay, Buchner & Garcia, & more. Susan Bennet plays keyboards & was the original voice of I-phone?s Seri, but sounds much better live! Multi-instrumentalist/vocalist, Rick Harris, joins percussionist Marshall Choka on drums, with the talented Neal McElroy on various horns. Neal has played with Frank Sinatra, as well as many 'Motown' artists. Other horn players, an amazing keyboard player & several premier vocalists are often invited to join the show! Advance reservations are highly recommended as lots of local 'Boomers' show up for the music, socializing, and dancing!
Chamber 101
Considering joining other successful local businesses who are Chamber members? Or, are you a NEW member who wants to learn about all the benefits of Chamber membership? Or maybe you're a long time member who needs a refresher or you have new personnel who want to better understand what the Chamber can do for your business. All are welcome to attend a FREE class on Chamber Member Benefits. ''Chamber 101'' is a two hour long class that will show you how the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber & Visitors Bureau works for you.
Board of Directors Meeting
Monthly meeting of the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber & Visitors Bureau Board of Directors.
Ambassador Meeting
The Ambassador Program is an outreach and retention program for Chamber members with a built-in opportunity to provide public relations exposure for the Ambassadors and the businesses they represent. The Ambassadors are a group of professional volunteers from varied backgrounds who, while representing their business, act as a liaison between the Chamber and its members. The Ambassadors meet the last Tuesday of each month at 12:00pm in the Chamber conference room.
WILL Getting Social at Canvas and Cork!
Join Women in Lumpkin Leadership for this relaxing and fun opportunity to network! Wine tastings will be offered featuring Cavender Creek Wines and three art stations will be set up for those feeling creative! Looking forward to seeing you there!
