MISSION STATEMENT: Providing programs and services that meet the business and professional needs of our members. STAFF: Chrisne Kriz CEO [email protected]Jody Wall Director, Program Development [email protected]Cynthia Schneider Director, Finance and Administraon [email protected]Danita Roble Director, Membership Development [email protected]Kae Brunson Administrave Assistant offi[email protected]If you would like to submit content for the Business Agenda, contact The office of Markeng and Communicaons at 540-662-4118 or [email protected]BUSINESS AGENDA a membership publication of the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber October 2015 407 SOUTH LOUDOUN STREET | WINCHESTER, VA 22601 | www.regionalchamber.biz | 540.662.4118 1
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MISSION STATEMENT:Providing programs and services that
meet the business and professional needs of our members.
BUSINESS AGENDAa membership publication of the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber
October 2015
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NEW MEMBERS
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MedExpress Urgent CareRhiannon Giunta207 Gateway Dr.Winchester, VA
Jan & Dan- ERA Oakcrest RealtyJan Copeland126 N Kent St.Winchester, VA
Thrivent FinancialAaron Haecker1832 West Plaza Dr.Winchester, VA
JC Penney Co.Stephanie Klos1850 Apple Blossom Dr.Winchester, VA
Benchmark Integrated Solutions LLCIan BoydenP.O. Box 454Stephens City, VA
Indian Motorcycle of Shenan-doahFrank Aleman2089 Berryville Pk.Winchester, VA
Mid-Atlantic Protel, Inc.Rashod Jones1850 Apple Blossom Dr.Wincehster, VA
September
Happy October! I am thrilled to be a part of the Top of Virginia Regional Cham-ber, the com-munity’s leading
advocate and champion for busi-ness. TVRC enhances and lever-ages the talents and resources of its diverse members to improve economic opportunities for all. Today, businesses, community leaders and politicians are more dependent on each other for their success! Our community must work together to prosper. The chamber is uniquely quali-fied to be the central resource and focal point to lead this col-laborative effort, and to effect positive change.
Our chamber is knowledgeable and involved in issues that are important to business mem-bers, such as education, health-care, and the financial vitality of the community. TVRC provides unique opportunities for indi-viduals and businesses to make a difference by connecting them to important community issues. We do that in many ways such as: public policy committee, provid-ing opportunities for businesses to interact with top community leaders, research and advocacy for business issues, and commu-nity leadership programs.
As a business, getting involved with the programs you care about connects you to the information and people that will unlock, clar-ify and increase the value of your membership. With its unique leadership opportunities, con-nections to local business lead-ers and business-building initia-tives, the Chamber helps create a
climate of growth and success in which all companies – regardless of size or industry – can prosper.
Here’s your call to action! If you want a higher return on invest-ment for your membership give me a call and let’s talk about where you have the greatest op-portunity for results! One busi-ness owner told me he saw his income increase by $40,000 within 6 months of becoming ac-tive. Another business emptied their showroom after hosting a Chamber ribbon-cutting event for new businesses. We have so many different ways you can become more involved such as sponsorships, lead share groups, networking before or after work, event committees, and more.
Today’s leading communities are those that have a strong, active chamber working on their behalf. It is my belief that a strong, active chamber leads the community. I am ready to lead. The chamber has dedicated, hard-working staff, board of directors, and committee chairs that are ready to help you meet your needs but we cannot do it alone! Are you ready to do your part and enjoy the success and profitability of an active chamber member?
In closing, in the words of the fa-mous, Thomas Edison:
“If we did all the things we are capable of, we would astound ourselves.”
Respectfully,
Top of VA Regional Chamber, CEO
Monthly CEO Message
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RIBBON CUTTING
Ribbon Cutting at Indian Motorcycle of Shenandoah, 2098 Berryville Pike, Winchester, VA.
Join the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber and local public safety agencies as we recognize and acknowledge members of the various public safety departments, as well as every day citizens who have gone above and beyond to ensure the safety of others. Local celebrity Barry Lee and Brian Moran, the Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security, will be on hand to honor our public safety heroes.
Tickets are available for $50, or $30 for Public Safety Personnel. Purchase your tickets at www.regionalchamber.biz to secure your admission to this year’s event. You can also be a Public Safety Sponsor, which entitles you to attend the event and provides dinner for public safety person-nel, for $75.
The Valor Awards are proudly sponsored by City National Bank, Golden Seal Enterprises and the Bank of Clarke County.
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EVENTS CALENDAROctober 13, 2015Business After HoursTransamerica Network Agency3113 Valley Ave., Unit 112Winchester, VA5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
October 15, 2015Young Professionals GroupMount Hebron Cemetery305 East Boscawen StreetWinchester, VA4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
October 20, 2015Business and BreakfastCostco Wholesale140 Independence DriveWinchester, VA7:30 am - 9:00 am
It Is Important To Have the Right Challenger At the Right Time
I recently was at a conference, and like most conferences, I wanted to go to all of the break-out sessions. I go to learn, so I wanted to hear it all.
I heard a lot of things that brought value to me, but one stood out of them all: We were told it is important to have the right challenger in your life at the right time.
As always when something stands out to me I ask myself the question: Did I have that chal-lenger in my life?
My answer: Yes!Click here to continue reading.The Valley Business
Today Show, featuring the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber, airs the fourth Wednesday of every month at 12:30 p.m.www.theriver953online.com
Welcome to Danita Roble!The Top of Vir-ginia Regional Chamber would like to welcome Danita Roble as our Director of M e m b e r s h i p
Development! She has come to us with a background in customer service, retail, and administration. She owned and operated Heavenly Ham, which later became Honey Baked Ham Co. and Cafe, for 10 years. Her goal with the Chamber is to seek out new members and to provide support to our existing members. Look for her at our up-coming events and let her know what the Chamber can do for you!
THANK YOU FOR REINVESTING IN SEPTEMBER0-60 Energy CafeAdams Nelson- Todd ThompsonApple Country Head StartCorrigan Rug CleanersCoventry Health Care of Virginia, Inc.Edward Jones- Mike O’DellEl Centro - Classic Mexican Food & DrinkFlavor Pourfection LLCFrederick County Educational FoundationGallery OneHarman ConstructionHFI Wealth ManagementInterchange Group, Inc.Jack Knuckle GourmetKimberly’s, LLCKiwanis Club of Old town, Inc.KOONTZ | PCLantz Construction CompanyLona Bishop- Voluntary Benefits SpecialistMorgan Stanley- Wealth Management WincehsterMountain Laurel Montessori SchoolNorthern Shenandoah Valley TEA PartyRuckman EngineeringRuss Potts Producations, Inc.ServiceMaster of WinchesterSpine & Sport Physical TherapyThe UPS StoreTriple8 Business CoachingUS Army Corp of Engineers - Middle East DistrictValley Basic Life Support, LLCVirginia Cooperative Extension- Frederick CountyWal-Mart Stephens CityWinchester Family Practice
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