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Issue: # 34
August 2015

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Get Downtown!

 

It is time for the 3rd Annual Get Downtown Business Showcase & Resource Fair!


We'll be partnering with the City of Healdsburg to produce the Healdsburg Business Showcase and Community Resource Fair on Wednesday, September 16th from 3-7pm and the whole town is invited to Get DOWNTOWN to check it out.

Introduce your business to the entire community. Booth space rental includes a 6-foot table, folding chairs and a listing in the official Healdsburg Tribune Get Downtown program which will be inserted in the newspapers in Healdsburg, Cloverdale and Windsor.

We encourage giveaways, samples and coupons...Make new customers and greet the old!

 


 

Early Registration Discount
by Friday, August 28th
Members; $150 Non-Members: $200

 

Fee After Friday, August 28th
Members: $200 Non-Members: $250

Early Sign-ups will be listed in the Healdsburg Tribune Business Showcase & Community Resource Fair advertisement.


Booth registration ends Friday, September 11th.

 

or
 


Spirit of Sonoma County Award 2015

Each year in December, the Sonoma County Economic Development Board sponsors the Spirit of Sonoma County Awards Luncheon, where an award is given from various organizations in each of the communities, to a person who embodies those particular characteristics that we feel makes them an invaluable member of the Sonoma County community.  Because the Healdsburg Chamber is a business organization we have always chosen a member from the business community to receive the award.

The Chamber Board of Directors would appreciate your help in the process of choosing a deserving nominee/s.  If you would like to nominate a member of the Healdsburg community who you feel has the true spirit of the county, please write a brief description of why you feel they are deserving of this award, and if your nominee is chosen by the Chamber Board you will be invited to attend the ceremony with him or her as our guest.

 

Click here for nomination form!

 

Please return completed for to Carla Howell at [email protected] or drop off at the Visitors Bureau located at 217 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg.

 

Lunch with the City of Healdsburg


 
Anniversaries, New & Renewing Members
 
Hello my name is...
Please Make it a point to say "hello" to these folks!

Welcome to our 

newest member   

 


Healdsburg Pedicab

Land Home Financial Services

The Roost

Wild Flowers Steakhouse Saloon

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Framing Arts
our "Bucks for Luck" sponsor

   

Congratulations to our JULY membership anniversaries!

 

Business
Years
Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate 29
Chateau Diana 28
Bistro Ralph 23
State Farm Insurance | Esquivel Insurance Agency, Inc 16
Healdsburg Dog House Boutique & Grooming 14
Robert Young Estate Winery 14
Dovetail Collection 12
Geyserville Grille 11
La Crema Tasting Room 10

Business
Years
Puma Springs Vineyards 8
Bob Johnson Art Gallery 6
Sonoma County GoLocal Cooperative 6
Sonoma Canopy Tours 5
All City Tow 2
Motion Fitness Center 1
Balletto Vineyards 1
Akoia Day Spa 1

 

Thank you for your many years of dedication

to the Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce and for your contribution to the local economy.

 

 

NxLevel Entrepreneurial Training in Sonoma County


 

This Fall, the SBDC is offering the NxLeveL Entrepreneurial Training Program to help entrepreneurs start or expand a business in Sonoma County.


 

The Napa-Sonoma Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a NxLeveL™ session starting September 10, 2015. This hands-on, 12-week course helps entrepreneurs and leaders of existing businesses develop a comprehensive business plan to guide future growth.


 

Each week, NxLeveL™ attendees hear from guest speakers on a wide range of business topics, including marketing, finance, operations, and more. Based on what they're learning and their own experience, participants will create a comprehensive business plan while being mentored by an experienced Certified Business Advisor.


 

Classes will be held every Thursday (except Thanksgiving) from September 10 through December 3, 2015, at the County EDB office - 141 Stony Circle, Ste 110, Santa Rosa.


 

Learn More and Register:

  • Attend a FREE orientation from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on August 20 or August 25
  • Contact Mary Cervantes, Napa-Sonoma SBDC, at 707-595-0060 or at [email protected]
  • Visit the Napa-Sonoma Small Business Development Center website

Who Should Attend:

  • Businesses with employees
  • Service providers
  • Small to mid-size retailers
  • Small manufacturers
  • Professionals
  • Specialty and gourmet food businesses

 


 


Paint California Purple


Dear Healdsburg Chamber Members,

 

 

The American Cancer Society, Inc. invites you to join our Paint California Purple campaign on September 1, 2015, bringing new customers into your business and informing your constituents that you support the fight against cancer.

 

It's easy to be involved. Simply commit to donate 10% to 20% of your business sales on September 1, 2015. All the money raised will support the American Cancer Society's ability to fulfill our mission of helping people stay well, get well, find cures and fight back against cancer.

 

We will be promoting Paint California Purple through social media outreach, collateral distribution, Relay For Life websites, and through the involvement of our local Volunteer Leadership Team.  

 

For more information please contact Rachel Luppens at [email protected]

 

Thank you for your consideration. Let's Paint California Purple and end cancer!

 

Sincerely,

Rachel Luppens | Community Manager, Relay For Life

California Division | American Cancer Society, Inc.

1451 Guerneville rd Ste 220

Santa Rosa, CA 95404

Phone: 707-303-0473  
Chamber Events
       
Next Business After Hours Mixer
Kiwanis Club 100th Anniversary Celebration!
        When: Wednesday, August 19th
        Time: 5:30-7:00 pm
        Where: The Villa Chanticleer
900 Chanticleer Way
Healdsburg, CA
       


 

What's all the [ HYPE ] 

Healdsburg Young Professionals & Entrepreneurs 

 

HYPE Morning Mojo

Location: Healdsburg SHED, 25 North Street, Healdsburg

Time: 8:00-9:00 am

Join HYPE for a cup o' jo and a morning business chat. Buy your own coffee and grub.


 

 

 

Like us on Facebook  Find us on Google+  Follow us on Twitter 

  

Got questions? Email us at [email protected]
or check us out at www.healdsburg.com/hype

Visitors Bureau Tours Safari West, Thomas George Estates, and Uptick

The Visitor Bureau Team went on an African Safari and tasted some great wines in our own backyard! The volunteers enjoyed a beautiful day in what felt like an African safari at Safari West in Santa Rosa. Safari West has a large variety of African animals that can be observed from a jeep with an entertaining and knowledgeable tour guide.

Then the volunteers explored the land of great Pinot Noir and Chardonnay on Westside Road. They visited the beautiful grounds and caves of Thomas George Estates and were guided through an exceptional tasting. Next they headed up the road to Uptick Vineyards & Winery where they enjoyed a glass of wine in their bright, airy, and relaxing tasting room.

Thank Visitors Bureau Team would like to thank Safari West, Thomas George Estates, and Uptick Vineyards & Winery for such wonderful visits and experiences. 

Safari West





Thomas George Estate


Uptick Vineyards & Winery



Tuesday in the Plaza Concerts



Concert Schedule

 

DATE
PERFORMER GENRE
August 11, 2015 Girls & Boys Rock Pop
August 18, 2015 Ashleigh Flynn True Blue Americana
August 25, 2015 Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhythm Kings Slide Guitar


 

Remember...


 

Here are just a few City policies to mindful of for Tuesdays in the Plaza. 

  • Blankets and chairs left unattended before 4:00 pm on a concert day will be picked up and moved by the City.
  • Consumption of wine and beer are only allowed in the plaza from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on concert days. Wine and beer must be put away at 8:00 pm sharp. 
  • Blankets and tables are only allowed on the grass. 
  • No outside solicitation 
  • In consideration of others, please leave pets at home. 
  • Scooters, skateboards and bicycles may not be ridden in the park or on the surrounding sidewalks. 
  • Animals are not permitted within 20 feet of the food booths. 
  • Barbeques are not permitted in the park.








Advertising Opportunities  

 

The Healdsburg Visitor Center located at 217 Healdsburg Avenue is open 7 days a week from 10:00am to 4:00pm assisting both tourist and locals with concierge-style service. The center averages over 1,000 walk-in visitors, plus a plethora of phone and email inquires opening the front door of Healdsburg for travelers from around the world.  With Healdsburg.com as our domain, we maintain the most robust online directory of Healdsburg businesses, events, and area information to assist inquiries in finding our member businesses with between 11,000 to 20,000 website hits each month.

 

Here are a few ways you can maximize this exposure through our new online and digital advertising opportunities:

  • Newsletter Advertising - $50/mo, to list of over 1,400 subscribers
  • Digital Display Screen in Visitor Center - $100/mo, over 5,000 impresses/mo
  • Website Banner Ads - ranging from $500 to $1,000/year
  • Enhanced Online Directory listing with priority listing & photo enhancements $200/year

Contact Aleena Decker for more information at (707) 433-6935 or [email protected].

 

More Ways to Get Your Business Noticed 
   
Digital Signage in the Visitor Center for less than 2 cents per impression,... now that makes sense!
 

Thousands of visitors from around the globe start their tour of the wine country at the Healdsburg Visitors Center. 

 

The digital signage display located in the Visitor Center which is the front door to Healdsburg and Sonoma County wine country.  Your digital poster signs will be displayed 24/7 over 5,000 impressions per month for less than 2 cents per impression. 

 

Digital signage is the most cost-effective and green way to capture the attention of visitors and drive them to your business.

 


To learn more contact [email protected].

 

 

 

 

The Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce encourages and promotes a positive, balanced, vital economy and preserve those unique qualities that are good for business and make Healdsburg a special place in which to visit, live and work. We strive to grow the local economy, promote our community and serve as an advocate for our business members. 

 

Sincerely,

 

Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau