April 19, 2022
BI-MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
Newsletter contents

  • Member Services
  • Featured Events & Milestones
  • Upcoming Webinars & Events
  • Business Success Program
  • Announcements
CAREER FAIR: EMBRACING A SECOND CHANCE WORKFORCE

Greater Lafayette Commerce’s Second Chance Career Fair is designed to provide employment opportunities to individuals re-entering the workforce after being incarcerated or recovering from substance use disorder.  

Increasingly, businesses across sectors are giving these individuals a chance at gainful employment and experiencing the benefits of embracing a second-chance workforce. 
We say enough is enough. The deep-seated systemic racism and inequities that disadvantage communities of color are still woven into the fabric of our institutions today - from civic engagement to economic development, from education to health care.

That's why, during YWCA's annual Stand Against Racism, people are rallying across the nation to say We Can't Wait: Equity and Justice Now!

Join us during this year's campaign as we bring awareness to racism within our communities and connect with other activists and allies to build pathways toward racial equity and justice.
Racial and Social Justice - Intercultural Development Inventory Assessment Program
Intercultural competence is critical to team performance. Strengthen your team and improve group outcomes by registering for this unique educational experience.

Greater Lafayette Commerce is Searching for a Top Exec
Greater Lafayette Commerce is looking for a Vice President of Chamber Operations.

The Vice President of Chamber Operations will oversee the various chamber councils, staff, budgets and programs that report through the leadership groups.

Think you've got what it takes? Then, please contact Waverly Partners at lafayette@waverly-partners.com.
DOWNLOAD YOUR NEW 2022 MEMBER BADGE
MEMBER SERVICES
Our Membership Directory (below) can be a useful tool for your organization. Use the directory to find and locate other local businesses, find member-to-member deals, and more.
 Maximize Your Membership

Maximize your Membership
Maximize your membership in your GLC investment and extend your marketing outreach through sponsorship and advertising. Our event sponsors and program investors gain access and visibility that showcase their company message to community leaders throughout the Greater Lafayette region. 

Contact Amy Sundell to learn more about the opportunities and see which one(s) fits your company’s mission and goals.

Member Information Center (MIC)
Are you using the MIC to your advantage? Have you added your social media links to your online directory listing to engage with potential customers? It’s easy! Log into the MIC and add your social networks, here’s the how-to link. Don’t have a MIC log in? Please reach out to Joan and she will be happy to get you set up!  

Member Information Center (MIC) tips and tricks to better get you connected and involved:
FEATURED EVENTS & MILESTONES
You may now visit our milestone events in person! We will be following the county and state guidelines for the health and safety of our community.

If you do not feel comfortable attending in person, you may continue to tune in virtually as a Facebook Live event in our newsfeed at the time of the event. 

Grand Re-Opening - GQT Lafayette 7

April 21
4:30 p.m.
3525 McCarty Lane, Lafayette
Grand Opening - Essential Homes

April 29
1 p.m.
6100 Gilwell Drive, West Lafayette
Directions: Located on the corner of 600 N. & 75 E.

UPCOMING WEBINARS & EVENTS
UPCOMING WEBINARS & EVENTS
April 20 - 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Quarterly Development Series 2: Embracing a Second-Chance Workforce

April 21 - 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Grand Re-opening of GQT Lafayette 7
Ribbon Cutting will begin at 4:30, followed by a free movie with drinks and popcorn
 
April 27 - 5-6 p.m.
Small Business of the Month: Sweet Revolution
 
April 29 1-1:30 p.m.
Grand Opening of Essential Homes
Directions: On the corner of 600 North & 75 East, directly across from the Coyote Crossing entrance. 

May 3 - 10 - 10:30 a.m.
Grand Opening of North End Café

May 6 - 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Rise & Shine
GREATER LAFAYETTE MAGAZINE
Buy a Print Copy!

Great news! Each member business will receive (1) copy of the magazine each quarter. If you would like additional copies, they are available for purchase.

Get all the details here.
BUSINESS SUCCESS PLATFORM
Greater Lafayette Commerce wishes to serve you better. We are interested in knowing which media sources you listen to daily. We also wish to better understand what programming content, resources, and tools you would like to see us provide as an organization. 
 
This survey will only take you a few minutes to complete. Thank you!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The 2022 Community Baby Shower
The Tippecanoe County Health Department's Fetal & Infant Mortality Review Program is hosting their first Community Baby Shower on Friday, August 5 from 12:30-3:30 p.m. at the Tippecanoe County Health Department.

The shower will be available to all Tippecanoe County mothers who are currently pregnant or have given birth within the last three months.

The aim of the event is to provide free education, resources and presents to the underserved population who may not otherwise have a shower of their own.

To that end, the Tippecanoe County Health Department is asking community members to become a sponsor and make a monetary donation or purchase a gift from their registry.

If you would like to become a sponsor, please contact Aubrey Kitchel at akitchel@tippecanoe.in.gov, or complete the registration form online.
Purdue Collectors Memorabilia Show
Calling all Purdue fans! Coming April 30 is an event consisting of multiple Purdue athletes signing autographs. This is a great show to come out and see some Purdue memorabilia.
NOTHING bundt CAKES: Administrative Professionals' Week
Administrative Professionals' Week is April 21 - 27. They keep you on the ball all year round – make sure they know they're appreciated.
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