July 2023 Newsletter!

Pocono Chamber of Commerce

News and Updates

Happy July, Pocono!!

Bold stripes, Bright stars, and Brave hearts.

We welcome July with this in our mind!

This month, we would like to extend an invitation for you to join us in our special events! These events provide an excellent opportunity for you to participate and take full advantage of your membership. Don't let this chance to support your Chamber family pass you by!

Upcoming Events

We are starting something new in our Monthly Newsletter! We are going to be highlighting different sectors of our membership throughout the year, and this month we choose to highlight the remarkable Hospitality Industry!

The summer months are filled with vacations and getaways, and we encourage you to explore our Chamber members that can certainly give you Pocono Memories to last a lifetime! We have it all at The Chamber – Hotels, Motels, Bed and Breakfasts, Campgrounds, Restaurants, Wineries, Pubs, Distilleries, and more!

To access our current membership, please click HERE

July Member of the Month

Pocono Canna Fest 2023

Looking for an exciting and relaxing time? Come to Pocono Canna Fest 2023 on July 29-30th at Gilbert, PA's West End Fairgrounds! There will be live music, over 300 vendors, Canna Olympic Games, forest bathing, and many other activities. No need for a medical marijuana card to attend. Discounts are available for Veterans and Senior Citizens. Plus, get a free shopping bag when you enter. For more information,

please visit www.CannaFestPa.com.

To Stay Up-To-Date on Events, Member Promotions, and Announcements!

Bizzy Awards 2023: Prom Night!

We are thrilled to inform you that the highly anticipated Bizzy Awards are just around the corner, taking place in just two short months! The much-awaited occasion will be held at Camelback Resort on September 14th, following a Prom theme! The Bizzy Awards serve as a platform to recognize and encourage local businesses. We sincerely hope that you will be able to join us for this celebration! To secure your spot, please register for the event by following the link below. And don't forget to dust off that classic tuxedo from the 90s.

2023 WIB Scholarships are Now Open

The Pocono Chamber Women in Business Scholarships recognize Monroe County female professionals who have demonstrated their dedication to empowering the leaders of our community and their commitment to bettering our community.

The scholarship assists them in the pursuit of continuing their education and their desire to assist other women in reaching their full leadership potential after they finish continuing their education. The WIB Council has created two scholarship opportunities for Monroe County’s female leaders; one for a high school student in the pursuit of higher education and one for a Monroe County professional continuing their education. A full outline of general criteria and application instructions can be found on the Pocono Chamber's official website here.

Deadline for 2023 applications: August 15th!

Daymond John is Coming to the Poconos

The Pocono Chamber of Commerce and the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau are excited to bring top-selling author and television star Daymond John to Kalahari Resorts & Conventions on October 19 for Swimming with the People's Shark!

As a dynamic business speaker with over twenty years of hands-on proven business experience, Daymond shares the strategies that continue to bring him financial success, such as establishing the right mindset and following a few fundamental principles, which he calls his five “S.H.A.R.K points.”

Sponsorships are Now Available for this Event!

Seats to this Exclusive Event are Limited, so Get your Ticket Now!

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Member Benefit Highlight

Publication to our Community Calendar!

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Are you or your business hosting an event in the near future? If so, we would be delighted to help you promote it! Our Chamber Calendar is a great platform to showcase your event to a broader audience and give it the recognition it deserves. All you need to do is send us a request, and our Chamber Team will guide you through the publishing process. We understand the importance of gaining exposure for events and are committed to helping you achieve your goals. Let us assist you in making your event a success!

Post on our Community Calendar Here!

Join a Committee!

First Tuesday at 9:00 am - West End Committee

First Fridays at 8:00 am - Pocono Public Policy Council

Second Wednesdays at 11:30 am - Education Committee

Second Thursdays at 9:00 am - Cocktails and Cuisine Committee

Third Thursdays at 8:45 am - Women in Business Council

Fourth Wednesdays at 8:30 am - Pocono Leaders of Tomorrow Committee

First Thursdays at 9:00 am - Multicultural Committee

Second Monday at 10:00 am - Membership Committee

**Email will be sent to all committee members if meeting dates change**

Email your Chamber Liaisons to get involved in a committee today!