Inaugural Fall Harvest Open Marty Chapman, President The Putnam County Chamber of Commerce held its Inaugural Fall Harvest Open on Friday, October 11 at Sleepy Hollow Golf Club with 22 teams participating. Congratulations to the winning team, who was sponsored by Dow. Second place was awarded to Pioneer WV FCU and third place was claimed by North American Industrial Services. Thank you to our Course Sponsors, AEP John Amos & United Rentals. The Chamber also wishes to thank Midway Ford, Hole- in-One Sponsor; Putnam County Title Insurance Agency, Inc., Beverage Sponsor; Tudor’s Biscuit World, Breakfast Sponsor; our Tee Box & Sand Trap Sponsors (North American Industrial Services, American Home Inspectors, Pioneer WV Federal Credit Union, Poca Valley Bank, Putnam County Bank, Dow Chemical, Par Mar Stores); and our raffle prize donors Calvin Broyles Jewelers, Yeager Airport, Putnam County Title Insurance Agency & Village Heirlooms. Special thanks to Dr. Aaron Workman for providing chair massages at the first tee; our volunteers – Suzanne Ball, Kathy McGettigan and Tim Davis; Pritchard Electric (golf balls) and Walmart (coolers). The tournament was very successful with 22 teams participating, and was made possible by our golfers, our volunteers & sponsors. Thank you for your tremendous support! Help Us Help You! Preparations are underway to publish the 2014 Chamber Community Resource Guide! Chamber members will receive a form requesting business listing information – representative names, business category(ies), email addresses, website addresses, etc. We rely on you to provide the correct information to us to ensure our accuracy. HELP US HELP YOU! When you receive the business listing information form, please complete it and fax or email it back to the Chamber office as quickly as possible! Thank you for your cooperation!
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Inaugural Fall Harvest Open Marty Chapman, President
The Putnam County Chamber of Commerce held its Inaugural Fall Harvest Open on Friday, October 11 at Sleepy Hollow Golf Club with 22 teams participating. Congratulations to the winning team, who was sponsored by Dow. Second place was awarded to Pioneer WV FCU and third place was claimed by North American Industrial Services. Thank you to our Course Sponsors, AEP John Amos & United Rentals. The Chamber also wishes to thank Midway Ford, Hole-in-One Sponsor; Putnam County Title Insurance Agency, Inc., Beverage Sponsor; Tudor’s Biscuit World, Breakfast Sponsor; our Tee Box & Sand Trap Sponsors (North American Industrial Services, American Home Inspectors, Pioneer WV Federal Credit Union, Poca Valley Bank, Putnam County Bank, Dow Chemical, Par Mar Stores); and our raffle prize donors Calvin Broyles Jewelers, Yeager Airport, Putnam County Title Insurance Agency & Village Heirlooms. Special thanks to Dr. Aaron Workman for providing chair massages at the first tee; our volunteers – Suzanne Ball, Kathy McGettigan and Tim Davis; Pritchard Electric (golf balls) and Walmart (coolers). The tournament was very successful with 22 teams participating, and was made possible by our golfers, our volunteers & sponsors. Thank you for your tremendous support!
Help Us Help You!
Preparations are underway to publish the 2014 Chamber Community Resource Guide! Chamber members will
receive a form requesting business listing information – representative names, business category(ies), email
addresses, website addresses, etc. We rely on you to provide the correct information to us to ensure our
accuracy.
HELP US HELP YOU! When you receive the business listing information form, please complete it and fax or
email it back to the Chamber office as quickly as possible! Thank you for your cooperation!
Congratulations to The Putnam Standard
Chamber Business of the Month for November!
The Putnam Standard is the relatively new name for a business that has spent
generations covering what is happening in people’s hometowns. Once known as
The Putnam Democrat and Putnam Post, The Putnam Standard name was
adopted in 2007. That name continues to be used today, while several of the
former Post and Democrat employees work to keep the legacy of those
newspapers alive and well.
The Putnam Standard recently underwent another ownership change as Chris and
Kelly Stadelman of Stadelman Publishing LLC purchased the company from Bill
Unger. Their goal is to build on the work that Unger and his dedicated staff
members were doing and expand coverage throughout the county.
In addition to the Stadelmans, staff members include Trudy Black, Michelle
Jividen, David Miller, Thelma Hutchinson and Justin Waybright. Several
freelance writers have joined the team, and more contributions are always welcome.
The Putnam Standard office is at 3845B Teays Valley Road, and the phone number is 304-743-6731.
Kelly serves as president of the company, while Chris is the publisher. They’re both also involved in Stadelman
Consulting, a research and public affairs company that works throughout West Virginia and surrounding states.
Stadelman Publishing also owns The Cabell Standard, which focuses on the eastern portion of Cabell County.
“Chris and I are passionate about newspapers, community journalism in particular,” Kelly said. “While we will
never shy away from covering important and controversial stories, we understand that what people want is an
accurate reflection of their community. We will spend most of our time covering people where they live – their
schools, athletic fields, churches and similar gathering places.”
“We appreciate the history of both publications and look forward to embracing that while also making changes
where appropriate,” Chris said. “We will maintain and enhance our already active websites,
www.theputnamstandard.com and www.thecabellstandard.com, have added Facebook pages for each
newspaper, and we plan to soon add Twitter accounts to the way we communicate with readers.”
Both Stadelmans have previous weekly newspaper experience, formerly owning The Parsons Advocate in
Tucker County. In addition, Chris worked at the Charleston Daily Mail from 1994 to 2004, serving as business
editor, city editor, managing editor and a weekly columnist.
Putnam County is a vibrant, growing community with outstanding schools and a tremendous business base. The
goal of The Putnam Standard is to be the No. 1 information source throughout the county, including news,
features, advertising and social media.
All of the staff members welcome feedback and suggestions. Call 304-743-6731.
Business selected for “Business of the Month” are drawn from the names
of Chamber members attending Business After Hours.
Thank you to our Renewing Members for your continued support of the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce! Your investment demonstrates your willingness to support and build a better business climate in which to live, work and play in Putnam County.
RSVPs are required; pre-payment is appreciated. Cost is $15. Business After Hours is open to members and their guests.
The cash drawing sponsored by BB&T is valued at $1100; you must be present to win! RSVP to 304.757.6510, [email protected] or www.putnamchamber.org
Member News
Thank you to Toyota Motor Manufacturing WV, Inc. for hosting a very well-attended Business After Hours
in October! The Toyota Motor Manufacturing WV, Inc. staff provided a wonderful atmosphere for
networking along with a video presentation and delicious food and beverages. Congratulations to the winners of
the door prizes provided by Toyota. The winner of the $1000 BB&T Cash Drawing was Linda Tennant of
Simonetti Consulting, had she been present.
Thank you to Employers’ Innovative Network for hosting Business Before Business at Husson’s Pizza in Scott Depot on Friday, October 4. Guests enjoyed a delicious breakfast and had a great opportunity to visit with a number of other Chamber members. Ashley Stinnett of ITT Tech was the winner of a FREE e-Billboard.
Fruth Pharmacy Flu Shot Program - The Putnam County Chamber of Commerce and Fruth Pharmacy are pleased to announce a partnership to benefit area employers and their employees. If you are an employer in Putnam County, you might be worried how this year’s flu will affect your workforce. On average, a worker will miss 4-5 days of work due to the flu. The Putnam Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Fruth Pharmacy in order to provide two different programs to enable employees to receive flu shot vaccinations. In addition to savings on flu shots, the Putnam Area Chamber of Commerce is also bringing a Prescription Savings Club card through Fruth Pharmacy to area employers and employees. The prescription card is not insurance, but can help save the cardholder on the purchase of generic and brand medications. There is no cost to employees or employers to enroll. Employees present the card to a Fruth pharmacist the first time they have a prescription filled. The employee can enroll all eligible family members (spouse and children) at that time. Some medications are $4 for 30-day supply or $10 for a 90-day supply. The generics list is updated once a month on Fruth Pharmacy’s website: www.fruthpharmacy.com. Please contact Ashley at the Putnam Chamber of Commerce and request, either Program 1 or Program 2 flu cards for your business. Be sure to also request the Prescription Discount cards for your staff.
Express Employment to host HOLIDAY HIRING DRIVE: Give the gift of employment by joining Express Employment Professionals’ Pay It Forward Holiday Hiring Drive as they strive to place 400 job seekers in Kanawha & Putnam counties during the weeks of Monday, Nov. 4 – Sunday, Dec. 15th. They also plan to Pay It Forward even further by raising money for The Salvatin Army – Angel Tree Charity in the process! For every associate placed during the drive Express Employment will donate $10 to the Angel Tree Charity, which provides gifts and clothing to children during the holiday season. How can you help? 1. Hire an Express employee! Not only will you gain a quilfied worker to help your need, but that worker will earn a paycheck before the holidays and Express will donate $10 to the Angel Tree Charity. Positions to consider: File Clerk, Data Entry Clerk, Accouting Clerk, Medical/Dental Office, Receptionist, Admisistrative Assistant, General Labor, Housekeeping, Warehouse, etc. 2. Refer – Provide the Express employee a work refernce letter that they can use in their efforts to gain future employment. 3. Share- Share our campaign with other area businesses to assist with their vision of employing and providing paychecks to 400 unemployed people during the holidays! To learn more about the PAY IT FORWARD HOLIDAY HIRING DRIVE and how you can participate, contact the Express office : Amanda Sosebee at (304) 746-8888 or [email protected] West Virginia Junior College has officially launched its Online Division offering Associate Degree programs in Business Administration, Medical Assisting and Medical Office Administration. These programs are offered only for West Virginia residents and can be completed on a flexible schedule in as little as 18 months! Classes start every six weeks with the next start on November 11th. For more information visit www.wvjc.edu/online. If you have entry level employees who would benefit from an associate degree, contact Julie Warden at [email protected] for more information. WVJC can distribute information to employees on degree programs, both on-site and online and can host informational sessions. Buffalo Wild Wings in Cross Lanes will be hosting the American Red Cross for thier November “Charity of the Month” anyone who comes in and mentions to their server that they are there to support the ARC, we will donate 15% of their food purchase to the charity!
Celebrate Putnam Tuesday, November 19th
The Commons of Putnam County 11:30 a.m., $15
The Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, Putnam County Rotary and the Putnam County Parks and Recreation “Celebrate Putnam” Luncheon will take place on November 19th at the Commons of Putnam County from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The cost of lunch is $15 per person. This event serves as an opportunity to gratefully acknowledge significant events and community progress in Putnam County during the past year. The general public is encouraged to attend this special luncheon. Advance reservations are required and should be made by contacting the Chamber office at (304)757-6510 or [email protected] by noon on Friday, November 15th.
November Speaker Series – Mark your calendars to attend the November Speaker Series on
Friday, November 15 at First State Bank. The event will begin at 12:00 noon. Lunch is $10.
www.generationputnam.org
Putnam County Chamber NOW (Network of Women)
Dress for Success - Clothing Donation
During the month of November the Putnam Chamber Network of Women (NOW) will be collecting business attire to be donated to Dress for Success. NOW encourages you to bring your unwanted items to the Chamber Office to be donated. Items for donation include: interview-appropriate skirt and pant suits, blouses, blazers, jackets, professional shoes, handbags, briefcases and coats for all seasons. Questions? Call Ashley at the Chamber office (304) 757-6510. The mission on Dress for Success is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.
At the City of Hurricane Municipal Building Free to Chamber members!
Complimentary continental breakfast will be provided. Win a free e-Billboard in the business card drawing
Community News
Town Hall Meeting w/Attorney General Patrick Morrisey
Tuesday, November 5 6:00 p.m.
Putnam County Court House – Public Meeting Room Bring your ideas for improving our state!
Putnam County is hosting the sixth annual Veterans Appreciation Day Sunday afternoon, November 10, 2013 at the County Courthouse in Winfield. It will begin at 2 PM and feature tributes to men and women who have worn their country’s uniform through the years. The tribute will be held on the courthouse parking lot, feature live music by the Winfield Generals Band, recognition of veterans present, and ceremonies featuring the American Legion, VFW, and Marine Corps League. Veterans, their families and friends are encouraged to attend. Putnam residents are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and spend an hour honoring the veterans still with us and remembering the fallen to whom we owe so much. For information: County Commissioner Joe Haynes or County Manager Brian Donat at 304 586 0201
Help EnAct and Hurricane Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary give the gift of warmth Bring any NEW or Gently USED winter coats or jackets that are in clean and good condition to either of
the following drop off locations: -EnAct, Inc. 2727 Main Street, Hurricane, WV 25526 304-562-6037
Monday thru Friday 8am to 4pm -Hurricane Volunteer Fire Department 2716 Main Street, Hurricane, WV 25526
Donations will be accepted through November 15, 2013. Items will be distributed to local Putnam County families in need this season.
Marketing Tip: Taking A Client To Lunch? Avoid These Mistakes. It may be somewhat of a lost art, but a business lunch is one of the best ways to connect with your clients and earn more
business. No doubt, technology helps us stay in touch more frequently, but it will never replace the face time provided by
taking your clients out to lunch.
The service staff in Putnam and Kanawha county restaurants are getting to know me on a first name basis. I spend a lot of
time looking across restaurant tables while sharing vision and strategies with potential and current clients. Here are some
things I recommend NOT doing when you meet with your customers or clients over lunch:
Don't hassle over the check. If you've asked a client out to lunch, always pay. Better yet, discreetly give the server your
credit card before your guest arrives to avoid a potentially awkward situation when the check comes at the end of the
meal.
Don't try out the latest, greatest restaurant. A client lunch isn't the time to try out a new establishment and risk bad
service or bad food. Choose a restaurant familiar to you. Nothing is more impressive than being greeted by name when
you enter a restaurant.
Try not to cancel or reschedule. Before asking a client to lunch, check your calendar twice — and then again. Plans do
change, but changing your plans at the last minute because you accidentally overbooked or accepted a better offer will
make you look careless and disorganized.
Don't order first. Allow your client to order first, then follow his or her lead. If your client orders just a salad and a glass
of iced tea, follow suit. Don't go overboard and order a five-course meal.
Avoid poor table manners. You're not a barbarian; you're an entrepreneur. Basic manners are a must. A business meal
should be more about the business and less about the meal.
Don’t be disinterested during the conversation. Get to know your client through dynamic conversation. Ask open-
ended questions. Be interested and interesting and the conversation will flow organically.
Don't check your phone. Your email can wait. Turn your phone on silent and leave it in your pocket or handbag. You
may have trained yourself to respond to every beep and buzz, but give your client your undivided attention.
Remember, marketing is more than just words on a page or the colors of your logo. Its about relationships and trust. The
way in which you respect and honor your clients over lunch will go a long way toward creating and establishing your
“brand” as a competent and caring professional.
B.G. Hamrick is an author, speaker, Internet marketing consultant, and website developer. He is dedicated to helping businesses use
powerful new online and mobile marketing platforms to get visibility, traffic, leads, customers and raving fans. B.G. lives in Scott
Depot, WV with his wife Jill & two daughters. Visit: www.BGHamrick.com
