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May 2012                 www.yorkcountychamber.com          Vol 2, Issue 5 

     
  
Regional Chamber News
Chamber Introduces New Staff Members!

Christine Young is our Member Retention & Events Manager. Originally from Lexington, SC, she is a Clemson University graduate with a degree in Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management.  As a newcomer to York Co she has enjoyed how quickly she has been able to meet new people through her work at the Chamber.  Christine manages our Small Business Council and Ambassador programs, coordinates ribbon-cuttings, works with the Tega Cay Area Council, and handles various other events.  E-mail Christine at christine.young@yorkcountychamber.com 

 

Rachel Sanders is the newest addition to our staff and serves as Rock Hill Area Council Director.  She handles several events including Main Street Live, quarterly Membership Luncheons, Business After Hours, and the Fall Golf Classic just to name a few.  Rachel grew up right down the road in McConnells, is a graduate of Winston Salem University and just recently completed her MBA.  She is looking forward to kicking-off Main Street Live and would love to talk to any of our members about sponsorships and/or volunteer opportunities for the summer series.  E-mail Rachel at rachel.sanders@yorkcountychamber.com.

  
Small Business Council

Looking for Funding to Expand Your Business?

The Chamber's Small Business Council has partnered with the SC Department of Commerce, Winthrop's Small Business Development Center, and York Technical College to present a Lenders' Match-Making Resource Fair on Tues, May 22. The event is open to both small and large businesses that are looking to investigate financing options to help grow their organization. Please check the above link regularly for updated details.

  
Tega Cay Area Council
Summer Events in Tega Cay!

The Tega Cay Area Council has big plans in the works for late summer!  The Tega Cay/Fort Mill State of the Community Breakfast is tentatively scheduled for August 7, and mark your calendars now for the annual Tega Cay Bash, set for Friday, August 17 at the Glennon Center.  We'll keep you posted as details are finalized.  Sponsorship opportunities are available now for both events!  Contact Christine Young for more information.

  
 Fort Mill Area Council
Fort Mill Volunteer and Education Awards

The annual Fort Mill Volunteer and Education Awards Program, presented by Piedmont Medical Center, was held last week and the results are in!  Congratulations to our outstanding award recipients and thanks again to our program sponsors! 

 

Volunteer Awards

Citizen of the Year - H.C. "Wink" Rea; Civic Volunteer of the Year - Bill Davies

Young Citizen of the Year - Randi Smith; Public Safety and Awareness Service Award - Lt. Ray Dixon; Lifetime Achievement - William R. "Bill" Bradford, Jr.   

 

Education Awards 

Students of the Year are Ashlee Chumney, Meredith Kilburn, Al Lim, Taylor Luckie, Julia Jean Van Burskirk of Fort Mill High School; and Tucker Thomas Bisel, Morgan Taylor Jasper, Jefferson Dalton Losse, Sharon Olang, Christina Marie Reuille of Nation Ford High School.  2011 Teacher of the Year - Gales Scroggs; 2011 Support Staff Employee of the Year - Tammy Furr; Teachers of the Year - Beverly DeMayo, Anne Johnson, Shannon Munn, Cindi Lightsey, Marc Pyrc, Nancy Mischker, Vereen Brown, Jacala Richardson, Katie O'Connor, Joyce Crabtree, Scott Sinclair, Amanda Brogdon and Shannon Moree; and Support Staff Employees of the Year - Nancy Edmiston, Carla Christensen, Rena Blanchard, Pam Fleetwood, Phyllis Bouler, Karla Johnson, Gloria Gainey, Sherrie Evans, Nancy Johnsen, Lisa Stevens, Suzanne McLelland, Mary Ann Sink, Karen Pickett, Terry Ballard, Patricia Fields, and Michelle Messer.

  
Rock Hill Area Council
Main Street, Live! Concert Series Returns May 3!

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The Rock Hill Area Council once again invites you to bring your friends, families and co-workers to Old Town on Thursday, May 3 from 5:30-9:30pm. Legends of Beach will perform!  Plenty of food and drink for all!  Admission is free.  Details here and at facebook.com/mainstliveSee you there!
  
Rock Hill State of the Community Breakfast

Think you know what's happening in Rock Hill, SC?  Meet us at the Rock Hill State of the Community Breakfast on May 16 and find out for sure!  Invited speakers, including elected and school officials, will cover a variety of topics and areas of interest for business in our community.  This event is presented by Piedmont Medical Center at the Rock Hill Country Club. For additional information visit this link or contact Rachel Sanders.

  
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York County merchants are offering great specials for Mother's Day!  Find something the mom(s) in your life will love, right here at home.  We'll be posting seasonal promotions offered by our members on Facebook and Twitter each month.  Want to know more?  Visit this link and encourage your friends and neighbors to buy local every day - Buy Into It, York County!