May 7, 2018
Upcoming Events
Cape May County Chamber
May Business Meeting

When: Thursday, May 17, 2018
Check-in begins at 11:30,
Lunch program will begin at 12 Noon
Where: The Reeds at Shelter Haven
Speaker: NJ Secretary of State, Tahesha Way
Sponsored by: South Jersey Gas

Succession Planning for Small Business

Join the  Cape May County Chamber of Commerce  with Reich Asset Management LLC  and  McMahon Insurance Agency  to explore the necessary steps to prepare your business for transitioning for the future. Led by moderator T. Eric Reich (Reich Asset Management LLC), panelists will discuss where to begin if you have not already, review timelines, as well as the Do's and Don'ts. 

Continental Breakfast included.
 
When: May 9, 2018 Check-In 8:00; Program 8:30-9:30am
Where: Stone Harbor Golf Club

Education Foundation
Ladies' May Fundraiser Golf Clinic

Join us for a fun, but instructional hour of golf at Cape May National with Golf Pro Mickey. Brush up on your skills or learn something new. Plus, enjoy a glass of wine or pint of beer after on the patio included with registration.

This is a great way to warm-up your skills before the big tournament in June!

When: May 16, 2018 5:30-7:15pm
Where: Cape May National Golf Club
Cost: $20

Spring Into Networking
May Mixer

Get ready for the summer by building your network of contacts at the Cape May County Chamber of Commerce networking mixer! Connect with friends & colleagues or join us to meet CMC Chamber new members in an informal atmosphere. Bring plenty of business cards to build your professional contact network and to create new business relationships!

Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and cash bar available. 

When: May 23, 2018 5:-7pm
Where: The Washington Inn, Cape May

Education Foundation
FORE Education Fundraiser Golf Tournament
Presented by
Join us for a fun day of golf, networking and supporting education as the CMC Chamber Education Foundation honors Robert " Bob" Mullock. An honorary Board Member at Atlantic Cape Community College, Mullock recently co-sponsored the Atlantic Cape Community College Non-Profit Resource Center. The center’s main attraction is free access to the Funding Information Network, a hub for fundraising information and grant research to Cape May County's more than 600 registered non-profits.

This tournament includes; 18 Holes, 4 skills contests, prizes, pre-tournament lunch & post-tournament dinner buffet and refreshment stations on the course featuring beer, wine, soda and water.

When: June 14, 2018 Check-In 11:30am, Shotgun start 1pm
Where: Cape May National Golf Club

Education Foundation
Fundraiser Vacation Raffle

Purchase your chances to win a $5,000 Travel Voucher to the destination of your choosing. Proceeds benefit the CMC Chamber Education Foundation. Chances are $100 and there are only 200 tickets available.

Drawing: June 14, 2018 6pm
Where: Cape May National Golf Club

See a Chamber or Foundation Board Member, Golf Committee Member or click here to purchase your tickets today.
Education Foundation
The Cape May County Chamber and Atlantic Cape Community College have again joined forces to bring your business FREE Customer Service Training Seminars. We are excited to announce Susan Adelizzi-Schmidt as our presenter for this year's program!

Two great sessions to choose from!
Customer Service 101: Put Your Best Face Forward
The WOW Effect: Delivering World-Class Customer Experiences

This grant-funded training workshop is available to the business public.
To register, you will need your company’s FEIN Tax ID Number and also agree to pay your employees regular wages for this session.

This training is provided through a cooperative effort with Atlantic Cape Community College and Cape May County Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation and funded through a grant from the New Jersey Community College Consortium for Workforce and Economic Development and the NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development.
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Chamber News
Information Request:
Military & Veteran Discounts

In partnership with the County Clerk’s Office we are working on the 2018 Veterans Discounts book. If you would like to offer a discount to our veterans and be included in this year’s book please send your discount description and business contact information to Chris at chris@cmcchamber.com
In Other News
SNJ Today
Bills Presented to Public to Assist New Jersey's Wine Industry
Some changes may be coming to the growing beverage industry in New Jersey.

On Thursday, May 3rd, the State Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee held a meeting in Cape May Court House to present new bills to the public concerning vineyards and wineries .

Hometown Security Seminar
Small businesses are encouraged to attend

The New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, in collaberation with the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office, invite you to attend a free Hometown Security Seminar.

NJOHSP's Hometown Security program is a collaborative effort to discuss tools and resources that help strengthen the security and resilience of communities across New Jersey. Small businesses and other local organizations engage with federal, state, and local partners to enhance information sharing and build preparedness capabilities.

When: Monday, May 14, 2018 10am-12pm
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel
The Green Room (TC level - Ocean Guest Tower) 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Space may be limited. Attendees are encouraged to register in advanced.
SNJ Today
South Jersey Resident Recognized by President Trump for Lifetime of Community Service
A South Jersey man who has dedicated his life to serving others has been recognized by the White House.

John Lynch, founder of the Lynch Foundation, and the Wildwoods Convention Center’s director of sales and entertainment, has been honored with the Corporation for National and Community Service Lifetime Achievement Award by President Donald Trump .

Vote for your favorite beach in New Jersey!
From Sandy Hook to Cape May, New Jersey offers beach goers 130 miles of coastline dotted with beaches, barrier islands, lighthouses and scenic views. Hundred of thousands of visitors come to the white sand beaches of the Jersey Shore each year, and it's easy to see why. Which Jersey Shore beach is your favorite? Vote once per day until polls close on Monday, May 28 at noon ET. The 10 winning beaches will be announced on Friday, June 1.
Read the official Readers' Choice rules here.

Be sure to show your Chamber support by posting the seal on your website, social media, newsletters... anywhere you like!