In Touch - Greater Greenville SC Chamber of Commerce
Weekly eNewsletter of the Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce Monday, June 30, 2008 VOLUME 5 ISSUE 26
PULSE Leadership Seminar Tomorrow!
On Tuesday, July 1 PULSE will host a Leadership Seminar at the University Center of Greenville from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. The seminar will focus on leadership in the Upstate's international community with featured speaker, Ms. Kinneil Coltman, member of the International Center of the Upstate Board of Directors and director of Diversity for the Greenville Hospital System. This event is open to PULSE members only, and there is no cost to attend. Click here to register.

 

Make New Biz Contacts at Business Before Hours
On Tuesday, July 7, the Chamber will host its monthly networking event, Business Before Hours at the Commerce Club. This event is open to Chamber members only, and the cost to attend is $7 for those who pre-register on-line or $10 at the door. Click here for more information or to register.

 

It's Perfect... Why Change It?!
At this month's Friday Focus, scheduled for July 11, the Chamber will take a look into why people resist change and how to make it easier. Attendees will obtain practical tools to help - whether you are just contemplating change or are already in chaos. Click here to register.

 

PULSE is in the Arts!
PULSE announces its new series, PULSE in the Arts, sponsored by Elliott Davis. The series will provide young professionals the opportunity to explore the Upstate's thriving arts community. Cost for the entire program (six events) is $50 per person. Attendees will tour the Fine Arts Center, Centre Stage, Greenville Museum, Greenville Open Studios, the Peace Center and the Warehouse Theatre. Each event will feature a reception either immediately following or prior to. Click here to register or for more details.

 

Upstate Goes to Washington, D.C.!
The Chamber is accepting online registrations for its 4th Congressional District National Issues Forum in Washington, D.C., scheduled for September 9 - 11. The trip will include accommodations at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill, a Potomac River Cruise, Nelson Mullins rotunda reception, nationally renowned speakers, forums held at Library of Congress, and much more. Click here for more information or to register.

 

Golf Volunteers Needed
The Chamber's 2008 Golf Tournament Committee is in need of volunteers. You do not have to play golf to be a part of this committee. We need help in several areas including tournament logistics and door prize solicitation. If you would like to be a part of this committee for the Chamber's 16th annual Golf Tournament, scheduled for August 25, please contact Steve Curtis at 864-239-3719 or by email.

 

Greenville Business Community
Survey Creating a Well and Healthy Workforce

Greenville Forward, in partnership with the United Way of Greenville, Greenville Hospital System, St. Francis Healthcare, Piedmont Healthcare Foundation, and the SC Coalition for Health, is conducting a study of the status of health of Greenvillians.

As part of this effort, the Chamber is assisting with a survey of Greenville businesses and business owners to learn more about the challenges in creating a well and healthy workforce. Your opinions will help the community develop programs to save your company money and create a healthier workforce.

Please take 10 minutes to complete this important community survey by clicking here.

 

New Interactive Small Business of the Month Survey
The Chamber's Small Business department has recently developed an interactive online survey for its membership to submit nominations for its Small Business of the Month award. Nominate a business that you feel deserves this high honor by clicking here today! If you should have any questions, contact Timika Gaines at 864-239-3748.

 

Advertise in Outlook!
The Chamber's monthly newspaper, Outlook, is inserted in the Greenville News the first Monday of every month, and reaches 82.4 percent of all adults in Greenville and Pickens counties. As a Chamber member, you have the ability to advertise in this publication. Click here for rates, or contact Ann Hayes with the Greenville News at 864-298-4231.
 
Reduce Greenville's High School Drop-Out Rate
Play an important role in helping reduce the high school drop out rate by giving your time on Saturday, August 23 for Graduate Greenville's, Opening Doors to Success, day. Participating high schools include Berea High, Greenville High and Greer High. If you are interested, contact Mary Beth Culbertson, a Graduate Greenville associate by phone: 864-467-3546 or by e-mail.
 
InnoVision Call for Entries
InnoVision Technology Awards is the Upstate's premier awards program focused exclusively on celebrating innovation and technological excellence. To submit a nomination, sign up as a sponsor or receive more information about the Awards Dinner or Technology Forum Series, visit www.innovisionaward.org or send an e-mail to info@innovisionaward.org.
 
Are you looking for an inexpensive way to entertain at a NCAA Division 1 athletics program?
Furman Athletics presents the 2008 Furman Paladins Corporate Season Ticket Package for members of the Greenville Chamber. The Corporate Package includes season tickets to football, and men’s and women’s basketball. Please click here for more information about how you can take advantage of a great way to entertain customers, employees or spend time with family and friends at Furman Athletic events.

 

 
This Week
June 30 - July 4, 2008
PULSE Leadership Seminar
Tuesday at 12:00 p.m.
The Chamber will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of the Fourth of July.
Next Week
July 7 - 11, 2008

Business Before Hours
Tuesday at 7:30 a.m.
Commerce Club

Friday Focus
Friday at 7:30 a.m.
Embassy Suites

Mark Your Calendars!
BWIA Networking Event
July 24, 2008
JP Collection - Home Decor & Gifts
Grant Writing Workshop
July 31, 2008 -
August 1, 2008
Industry Appreciation Event
September 25, 2008
Hartness Estate

CEO Connection
September 30, 2008

Advantage Greenville Oyster Roast
October 30, 2008
Wachovia Place Courtyard
Grow & Expo Conference
October 29, 2008
Carolina First Center
Outlook Available Online

Click here to access a PDF of the most recent issue of Outlook.

Community Events

Click here to check out a number of upcoming community events in the Greenville area.

Nonprofit News

The Nonprofit Alliance is an initiative working to develop and strengthen partnerships in the nonprofit, private and public sectors in Greenville County. Click here to learn more.

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