The ChamberLink
November 19, 2021
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Work ON your Business,
Not just in it!
The UGA SBDC at Kennesaw State University offers educational webinars for small business owners and key employees on a variety of topics. The sessions are an economical and convenient way to learn new skills and educate your employees. Check out all of our available training programs on our Facebook Events.
Upcoming Webinar
Thursday, December 9th
10:00 AM – Noon
No Cost
Are you thinking about becoming your own boss? The Starting a Business Webinar covers all areas that are involved in starting your own business. This class will cover important tools and resources a business owner needs to establish a solid foundation during its early formative years. Often, new business owners “don’t know what they don’t know”. This class will equip you to be able to ask all the right questions as you are planning and forming your business.
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The Chamber office
will be closed
Thursday & Friday,
November 25th & 26th.
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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. |
The Chamber's Education Committee is holding a School Supply Drive. The supplies collected will be donated to Title I Schools in the Cherokee County School District.
Donations will be accepted at the Chamber through the month of November, or you can bring them to the December Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast. You may also make a monetary donation, and the supplies will be purchased for you.
ITEMS NEEDED:
Composition Notebooks
Dry Erase Markers
Pencils/
Handheld Sharpeners
Two-Pocket Folders
with Prongs
For Details,
contact Meagan Nicholson
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AQUA DOC Lake
& Pond Management
Noel Will
Management Consulting Services
Dirt Locator, LLC
Catrina Smith
Dump Truck Service
Everything IT Pros
Matthew Medina
Information Technology Services Computer Consulting & Service;
Network Managed Services;
Network Support
Fusus
Chip Bohannon
Technology Services
McAlister's Deli
Travis Wiegand
Restaurants
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MUST Ministries is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2021 and this Thanksgiving they are also celebrating the return of their in-person, annual tradition - the Gobble Jog! If you can’t attend this year’s event, consider supporting the Gobble Jog as a virtual or phantom runner (financial supporter) to benefit MUST’s mission of providing assistance for those in need through housing, food, healthcare, workforce development, clothing and other programs in Cherokee and seven other metro Atlanta counties. Timed 10K and 5K runs, as well as an untimed 5K, 1K and Tot Trot, are all available at the race planned for Thanksgiving Day morning on the Marietta Square. All who register for the 19th Annual Gobble Jog – whether as in-person, virtual or phantom runners - will receive a special commemorative t-shirt. Visit GobbleJog.org for individual and team registration details!
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Cherokee County Comprehensive Transportation Plan |
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Cherokee County is one of the fastest growing counties in the metro Atlanta area, with a population that has virtually doubled over the past 20 years. This rapid growth is placing demands on both the current and future transportation networks. The CTP update –Cherokee Moves – will provide information to help make decisions on funding, prioritizing and programming transportation projects.
The CTP will be updated by:
- Identifying Cherokee County’s transportation vision and local transportation needs and priorities
- Coordinating local transportation expectations with regional expectations
- Developing a short-range action plan and long-range aspirations – projects, policies and programs
Share your thoughts by taking Cherokee County CTP survey:
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What improvements would you like to see in the county’s transportation network? Join them on December 8th at the Cherokee County Administration Building located at 1130 Bluffs Parkway in Canton to learn about the Comprehensive Transportation Plan and provide your input on transportation infrastructure priorities. |
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All applications must be submitted by Noon, Monday, December 6, 2021. |
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Nominees are currently being sought for the prestigious First Citizen of Cherokee County Award. The distinct title of First Citizen of Cherokee County is bestowed upon a man or woman who has resided in the county for a minimum of five years and has shown significant meritorious service to his or her community through family, civic and/or religious involvement.
Sponsored by the Chamber, the 47th Annual First Citizen will be announced during the organization’s Annual Meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 20, 2022, at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center located in the Cherokee County Administration Building, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton.
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Wednesday,
December 1st
10:00 - 11:30 AM
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Webinar:
Leadership Out of the Box
4D Leadership Development Framework
PRESENTED BY:
Dr. Loretta Daniels, Ph. D., CDP
KSU College of Professional Education
Many leaders were struggling to meet their organizational goals before the onset of a pandemic and even more so now.
The Leadership Out of the Box workshop is a professional and leadership development program designed for all levels of leaders. Whether you are an entrepreneur or corporate executive, you will learn how to apply the concepts and practices from the 4D Leadership Development Framework to integrate the best practices to take your professional development and leadership skills to the next level.
You will learn to identify and focus on the core areas of leadership to drive performance:
- Focused on Development: Strategy, Vision, Innovation, Organizational Change
- Focused on Delivering: Execution, High Productivity, Talent Development, Relationship Cultivation
- Focused on Driving: Performance, Coaching, Collaboration, Team Development
- Focused on Directing: Operations Flow, Process Management, Project Management, Quality Control
Cost: $10
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Tuesday,
December 7th
10:00 - 11:30 AM
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Webinar:
Business Ethics
Why & How
PRESENTED BY:
Dawn Stastny,
Stellaris Group
In today's competitive world, ethical behavior may at times seem secondary to more pressing business and personal goals. However, the impact of your employees' ethical choices can be just as significant as the impact of your business decisions. Just one poor choice could land your organization in a reputation-damaging scandal, expose valuable intellectual property to hackers or cause you to incur significant personal and organizational fines, or worse. In this session, attendees will learn to recognize common business ethics issues and the associated best practices to avoid personal and organizational harm.
Ethics concern an individual's moral judgments about right and wrong. Decisions within an organization may be made by individuals or groups, but whoever makes them will be influenced by the culture of the company. The decision to behave ethically is a moral one; employees must decide what they think is the right course of action. This may involve rejecting the route that would lead to the biggest short-term profit.
Ethical behavior and corporate social responsibility can bring significant benefits to a business. For example, they may:
- Attract customers to the firm's products, which means boosting sales and profits
- Make employees want to stay with the business, reduce turnover and therefore increase productivity
- Attract more employees wanting to work for the business, reduce recruitment costs and enable the company to get the most talented employees
Cost: $10
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Contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or
Labs for Learning Payment Policy:
Payment must be made prior to the event date in order to hold your seat. Refunds are not offered. If you cancel 48 hours in advance, a credit for a future workshop will be issued.
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Thursday, December 2nd
6:30 - 7:30 AM
Registration & Pre-Event Networking
7:00 AM
Ballroom Opens & Buffet Breakfast Available
7:30 AM
Buffet Closes & Program Begins
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Post-Event Networking
SPONSORED BY:
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PROGRAM:
Inspirational Successes to Celebrate the Season
LOCATION:
Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center
located in the
Cherokee County Administration Building
1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton
COST:
Chamber Member Pay in Advance Registration: $17
Chamber Member On-Site Registration: $22
Future Members: $30
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Please bring a new, unwrapped toy to be given to a child in Cherokee County! |
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If you do not have a GMC standing reservation, you must register by 3 PM on the Tuesday prior to the event to receive a printed name tag and advance pricing. Attendees without advance reservations will be invoiced following the event, as there will be no on-site payments.
Face masks are not required, yet we understand some attendees will be more comfortable wearing them. This is both understandable and appreciated.
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Wednesday, December 8th
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
SPONSORED BY:
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LOCATION:
Chamber Terrace Level
3605 Marietta Highway, Canton
COST:
$20 (includes lunch)
Reservations are required,
& space is limited.
Refunds are not provided for this event.
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Join us for an hour of lunch & networking with fellow business leaders and your Chamber President & CEO, Pam Carnes!
This members-only networking opportunity will allow you to enjoy food from a Chamber Member restaurant while enjoying the company of fellow Chamber Members!
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Truett's Chick-fil-A Woodstock |
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Meet & Eat registration is open to all Chamber Members.
Face masks are not required, yet we understand some attendees will be more comfortable wearing them. This is both understandable and appreciated.
Contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or
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Deadline to register, Noon on Monday, 12/7. |
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The first ten 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 other Chamber Members!
NO COST
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Thursday, December 9th
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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(The meeting link will be emailed to you.)
Contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or
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Tuesday, December 14th
4:30 - 6:00 PM
SPONSOR:
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LOCATION:
The Rock Barn
658 Marietta Highway, Canton
COST:
Chamber Members (advance): $5
Chamber Members (on-site): $10
Future Members: $10
Advance registration is due by 5 PM on Friday, 12/10 to receive a printed name tag and advance pricing.
Face masks are not required, yet we understand some attendees will be more comfortable wearing them. This is both understandable and appreciated.
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Join us for an hour of fast paced networking with fellow business leaders as well as the Chamber Board Chair, Adam Smith, 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!
Don't forget to bring promotional items from your business for the share table!
PRESENTED BY:
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Thursday, December 16th
10:00 - 11:00 AM
COST:
$5 for Members / $10 for Future Members
LOCATION:
Chamber Board Room
3605 Marietta Highway, Canton
Advance registration is appreciated but not required.
Contact the Chamber at 770-345-0400 or
Face masks are not required, yet we understand some attendees will be more comfortable wearing them. This is both understandable and appreciated.
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Hi, just a reminder that you're receiving this email because you are a member of the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce. Don't forget to add [email protected] to your address book so we'll be sure to land in your inbox!
770-345-0400
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