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August 14, 2020
Essential Education for Entrepreneurs

In order to help small businesses recover from the effects of COVID-19, the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center is currently offering all of its continuing education programming at no direct charge to small business owners, employees and prospective business owners for calendar year 2020, thanks to special funding from the CARES Act. Check out all of the available training programs on their Facebook events or training page.



no cost
registration is required


Marketing Monday:
Overcoming Your Fear of Sales

Monday, August 17th
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 

Presenter:
April Wier
Sugar Five Design

For questions or to make an appointment with one of their business consultants, email them at kennesaw@georgiasbdc.org. They are part of a cooperative grant with the U.S. Small Business Association, UGA and Kennesaw State University so our services are at no cost to small business owners.
To be the premier comprehensive resource for the Cherokee County business community.
To promote business and the community while expanding the economy and enhancing the quality of life.
As you will see on the Chamber’s calendar, some events have returned to face-to-face formats while others are being presented via virtual platforms or could be rescheduled or cancelled. 

The Chamber Office is accessible weekdays from 9 AM to Noon by appointment. Those visitors without appointments should call 770-345-0400 for assistance. We appreciate your understanding as the wellbeing of the Chamber Staff & Volunteers is a top priority.

CHAMBER SHIRT FRIDAY!
THERE REALLY IS A SHANE!


In 2002, Shane ditched his corporate job, tossed his tie and followed a dream with his wife, Stacey. He dusted off his grandfather Big Dad’s secret BBQ recipe and opened up the very first Shack in McDonough, GA.

In 2007, Shane’s came to Cherokee County opening a store in Hickory Flat and in 2009 opened another store in Holly Springs. Since then Shane’s has been feeding guests with fresh smoked ribs, pulled pork, BBQ chicken and more.

Now, we have made getting Shane’s even easier. You can order online, pickup curbside, cater with EZCater or use a third-party delivery service like UBER, DoorDash or GrubHub. And, if you prefer, come join us for lunch or dinner. We have our dining rooms open and are complying with social distancing and other safety regulations.

Visit ShanesRibShack.com/HickoryFlat or ShanesRibShack.com/HollySprings to see our menu and place your order!



Life Balance Personal Care Home
Assisted Living Facilities

Contact Gini Mizelle at 770-345-0400 or
Gini@CherokeeChamber.com for more information.
UPCOMING
Chamber Chatter!
No cost!
(The meeting link will be emailed to you.)
Tuesday, August 18th
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Email
with any questions!
The first eight Members to register will join our Chamber President & CEO, Pam Carnes, for a chat online via Zoom. Attendees will have a chance to share what is going on in their business with Pam and seven other Chamber Members!
Join us for an hour of fast paced networking with fellow business leaders as well as the Chamber Board Chair, David Simmons, and Chamber President/CEO, Pam Carnes! Before the hour ends, you will have a chance to share about your business or organization for all to hear!

PRESENTED BY:

Thursday, August 20th
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM


LOCATION:
Chamber Terrace Level*
3605 Marietta Highway
Canton, GA 30114


COST:
$5 for Members / $10 for Future Members

Due to COVID-19 and limiting the number of attendees,
advanced registration is required and due by 5 PM on 8/19.

*Based on social distancing requirements, you are aware that at this time groups of 50 or less may gather without separation. Please note that we are being intentionally cautious, so distancing measures will be in place. Face masks are not required, yet we understand some attendees will be more comfortable wearing them. This is both understandable and appreciated.

Contact Gini Mizelle at 770-345-0400 or
Gini@CherokeeChamber.com for more information. 

Join us for an hour of lunch & networking with fellow business leaders and your Chamber President & CEO, Pam Carnes!

This networking opportunity will allow you to enjoy lunch from a Chamber Member restaurant while enjoying the company of fellow Chamber Members! 

*Please note that we will have these Meet & Eat events at the Chamber - in our Terrace Level, so that there will be plenty of space for social distancing.

TUESDAY,
SEPTEMBER 1st
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
 SPONSORED BY: 

LOCATION:
Chamber Terrace Level
3605 Marietta Highway, Canton


COST:
 $20 (includes lunch)
Reservations are required,
& space is limited.

Deadline to register:
Noon on Monday, 8/31

Refunds are not provided for this event.


MEAL ENJOYED FROM:
Taqueria Tsunami, Woodstock

THURSDAY,
SEPTEMBER 10th
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
 SPONSORED BY: 

LOCATION:
Chamber Terrace Level
3605 Marietta Highway, Canton


COST:
 $20 (includes lunch)
Reservations are required,
& space is limited.

Deadline to register:
Noon on Wednesday, 9/9

Refunds are not provided for this event.


MEAL ENJOYED FROM:


Chick-fil-A Canton

Meet & Eat registration is open to all Chamber Members. 

Contact Gini Mizelle at 770-345-0400 or
Gini@CherokeeChamber.com for more information. 

UPCOMING GA CHAMBER VIRTUAL MEETINGS
Tuesday, August 20th
10 AM

Join us for a discussion around the future of Collegiate Sports in Georgia with Athletic Directors Jim Cole of Mercer University, Todd Stansbury of Georgia Tech, Jared Benko of Georgia Southern, and Greg McGarity with the University of Georgia! The guests will share the challenges, economics, and plans for the future that these leading institutions are developing to better serve student-athletes across the state. The event is free, but registration is required.

To register, please click on the link below:

Tuesday, August 26th
8 AM

Join the Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark on Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at 8:00 AM for a Resiliency & Recovery Business Breakfast.

Learn more about the six top trends that will impact our economy, post-COVID. Clark will drill down into each of these six trends with subsequent virtual breakfast sessions to help Georgia’s business leaders prepare for an expeditious recovery to build a stronger, more resilient New Georgia Economy.


To register, please click on the link below:

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