Every time members dine at the Summit Club (110 W. Berry St., 25th floor) between now and September 26 you will be entered to win 2 FREE tickets to the Sweetwater Sound Pop Series at the Embassy Theatre.
You do not have to be present to win but you are encouraged to make reservations or come up for a drink this evening.
Be sure to check out the Summit Club's newly designed Web site: http://www.fortwaynesummitclub.com/!
Friday, August 14, 2009
Summer Study Committee Scheduled- Health Finance
Chamber members interested in upcoming health finance issues at the state level, please be advised the first meeting of the Health Finance Commission will be held on August 19 at 10 a.m. in the Senate Chambers of the State House (200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN).
The tentative schedule includes:
Whether Indiana should require an endangered adult to wear an electronic device to assist with locating the endangered adult if the adult is lost or missing.
The need for appropriate and uniform training of state department of health employees whose job duties include inspection of health facilities.
Whether the state department of health should establish a third party dispute resolution process for a health facility to use when a health facility appeals a state department finding in the health facility's survey report.
The meeting will be broadcast over the internet for those unable to attend.
http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102667542818&s=2996&e=001scnz5LH3ihisnZb9Ww-arToCJSUcyB2Qau6gzlcW-2B197DYIXP6r2qEuOZh2yQhPkaQwszj3lC5_BPl9qhQmMu3lXNlaVgsgi_hI00OpzHnx73pCo-rt-lQbf4iQXgFl3GA4PiRjlz3jKADIfye7Q==
The tentative schedule includes:
Whether Indiana should require an endangered adult to wear an electronic device to assist with locating the endangered adult if the adult is lost or missing.
The need for appropriate and uniform training of state department of health employees whose job duties include inspection of health facilities.
Whether the state department of health should establish a third party dispute resolution process for a health facility to use when a health facility appeals a state department finding in the health facility's survey report.
The meeting will be broadcast over the internet for those unable to attend.
http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102667542818&s=2996&e=001scnz5LH3ihisnZb9Ww-arToCJSUcyB2Qau6gzlcW-2B197DYIXP6r2qEuOZh2yQhPkaQwszj3lC5_BPl9qhQmMu3lXNlaVgsgi_hI00OpzHnx73pCo-rt-lQbf4iQXgFl3GA4PiRjlz3jKADIfye7Q==
Monday Kicks Off "Campus Link" for Ivy Tech & IPFW
Campus Link Kickoff will take place Monday, August 17, at 1:30 p.m. at Cole Commons
(Stop #13 on the route)
IPFW Student Housing on the Waterfield Campus
4110 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Learn more about campusLink and how the service came about.Take a tour on the route to familiarize yourself with how it works.For a route map, time schedule, and route description, visit the Web site.
Shuttle service begins for students, faculty, and staff on Monday, August 24 at 7:30 a.m. This project is funded by Citilink, Ivy Tech Community College-Northeast, IPFW and a Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) three-year grant (through Spring 2012).
(Stop #13 on the route)
IPFW Student Housing on the Waterfield Campus
4110 Crescent Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Learn more about campusLink and how the service came about.Take a tour on the route to familiarize yourself with how it works.For a route map, time schedule, and route description, visit the Web site.
Shuttle service begins for students, faculty, and staff on Monday, August 24 at 7:30 a.m. This project is funded by Citilink, Ivy Tech Community College-Northeast, IPFW and a Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) three-year grant (through Spring 2012).
Morning Mix on August 20
If you are looking for fast-paced, lead generating opportunities then the Morning Mix is right for you! The Morning Mix is for professionals who are involved in sales and business development. You will receive the opportunity to present your "unique selling proposition" to a couple of dozen businesspersons in a fun and structured setting.Bring a stack of business cards and join us at The History Center (302 East Berry St.) on Thursday, August 20 from 7:30-9 a.m. Cost is $5.
Sycamore Hills Golf Club to Host 2009 USGA Women’s State Team Championship
Chamber member Sycamore Hills Golf Club in Fort Wayne will host the 2009 USGA Women's State Team Championship, conducted by the United States Golf Association, Sept. 1-3.
A field of skilled female amateur players from across the 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico will test their abilities for three days on one of the finest courses in the Midwest.
Over the past several months, USGA officials, in conjunction with Course Superintendent Jeff Geller, have made minor alterations to the course. The removal of several trees on Nos. 8 and 17 and some bunker modifications on the fifth hole will enhance course playability for the championship as well as the membership.
Many factors have made this championship possible, including the significant assistance of our key supporters. Major contributions from several pillars of the Fort Wayne community helped secure this event, which will enable fans to watch and enjoy some of the best female amateur golfers from across the country. This group of supporters is optimistic that this championship will result in the development for a successful long-term relationship between Sycamore Hills and the USGA.
The three-day, three-person team event begins with practice rounds on Sunday, Aug. 30, and Monday, Aug. 31. The first round of the championship begins on Tuesday, Sept. 1 and admission is free.
The PGA Champions Tour is considering holding a tournament in Fort Wayne at Sycamore Hills Golf Club in 2010.
A field of skilled female amateur players from across the 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico will test their abilities for three days on one of the finest courses in the Midwest.
Over the past several months, USGA officials, in conjunction with Course Superintendent Jeff Geller, have made minor alterations to the course. The removal of several trees on Nos. 8 and 17 and some bunker modifications on the fifth hole will enhance course playability for the championship as well as the membership.
Many factors have made this championship possible, including the significant assistance of our key supporters. Major contributions from several pillars of the Fort Wayne community helped secure this event, which will enable fans to watch and enjoy some of the best female amateur golfers from across the country. This group of supporters is optimistic that this championship will result in the development for a successful long-term relationship between Sycamore Hills and the USGA.
The three-day, three-person team event begins with practice rounds on Sunday, Aug. 30, and Monday, Aug. 31. The first round of the championship begins on Tuesday, Sept. 1 and admission is free.
The PGA Champions Tour is considering holding a tournament in Fort Wayne at Sycamore Hills Golf Club in 2010.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Connect with Fort Wayne Business Leaders at Upcoming Seminar
On August 28 from noon-1:30 p.m. John Norquist, former Milwaukee mayor, President & CEO/Congress for the New Urbanism, will speak on Fort Wayne’s renewal efforts at the Grand Wayne Center downtown.
Sports, entertainment and lodging are all in the mix as downtown redevelopment for Fort Wayne is in full swing. Behind the physical face of new construction and revitalization is the potential expansion of jobs, tax revenue and housing options. And, while development projects are never a guarantee of economic success, urban renewal expert John Norquist is helping many cities make the most of redevelopment dollars.
For more information visit http://www.economicclubofindiana.com/
Sports, entertainment and lodging are all in the mix as downtown redevelopment for Fort Wayne is in full swing. Behind the physical face of new construction and revitalization is the potential expansion of jobs, tax revenue and housing options. And, while development projects are never a guarantee of economic success, urban renewal expert John Norquist is helping many cities make the most of redevelopment dollars.
For more information visit http://www.economicclubofindiana.com/
Chamber Academy on August 19
Your Business - Can you Make it an Infinite Game? by Dave Ramsey of Aptimise, LLC
Wednesday, August 19 · 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. · Chamber of Commerce
It's a trying time for businesses - learn the critical thinking that will allow you to overcome trials and make your business become an "Infinite Game."
You will discover how to:
Solve business problems
Create market advantage (using Inventive Problem Solving)
Register online now.
Botanical Roots Concert Series
Get ready for the fourth year of musical fun at the Botanical Conservatory! Seven concerts featuring the likes of Buckwheat Zydeco (zydeco), Zion Lion (reggae), The Dynamites featuring Charlie Walker (funk) and other types of music such as Blues and Americana, with local bands performing the opening. Now through September 11!
Doors open at 7:30 pm
Opening act 8:30 p.m.
Check out the new myspace page: www.myspace.com/botanicalroots for updates on the concerts.
Doors open at 7:30 pm
Opening act 8:30 p.m.
Check out the new myspace page: www.myspace.com/botanicalroots for updates on the concerts.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Cc: me on August 20 at Summit Club
Don't miss our next Cc: me event! If you enjoyed Club Soda you will love an evening at The Summit Club with hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar and an exceptional view of downtown Fort Wayne and Parkview Field.Build lasting relationships with other Fort Wayne professionals and find out the latest business buzz without being bombarded with sales pitches.
Cc: me takes place Thursday, August 20 from 5-7 p.m. at The Summit Club (110 West Berry St.) Cost is $5 for Chamber members, $10 for non-members.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
IPFW Career & Internship Fair
Connect with IPFW students and alumni who are searching for internships and jobs while promoting internships, full-time & part-time degreed opportunities at your company at IPFW's Sixth Annual Career & Internship Fair!
When: Thursday, September 17, 2009 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: IPFW Walb Student Union Ballroom
For more information visit: www.ipfw.edu/career.
Employers can register at: http://www.ipfw.edu/career/employer/careerfairs09.shtml.
Deadline to register and all payments are due by September 4. Payments are non-refundable. Space is limited and granted in the order of registrations and payment received.
When: Thursday, September 17, 2009 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: IPFW Walb Student Union Ballroom
For more information visit: www.ipfw.edu/career.
Employers can register at: http://www.ipfw.edu/career/employer/careerfairs09.shtml.
Deadline to register and all payments are due by September 4. Payments are non-refundable. Space is limited and granted in the order of registrations and payment received.
Fort Wayne Slides Into Second for Minor League Cities
In 2007, the annual Street and Smith's Sports Business Journal ranked Fort Wayne as the top city in the country for minor league sports. 2008 saw Fort Wayne drop from the spot with the cited reason being "poor attendance at indoor football games."
But this year, Fort Wayne has made a comeback and is listed as second of the 239 minor league markets. Hershey-Harrisburg, Pennsylvania was ranked at first.
According to the Fort Wayne News Sentinel, city officials use the positive rankings to draw crowds to future events.
But this year, Fort Wayne has made a comeback and is listed as second of the 239 minor league markets. Hershey-Harrisburg, Pennsylvania was ranked at first.
According to the Fort Wayne News Sentinel, city officials use the positive rankings to draw crowds to future events.
Feet on the Street: Hoosier Park
by Teresa RoyerMember Relations Specialist
Last month my co-worker and friend Laureen Voirol and I took a little road trip to Hoosier Park Racing & Casino in Anderson, Indiana, and met with Ginger Shaw.
Ginger had invited us to come and tour their facility and experience it first-hand as she mentioned, “Unless you come to visit, you are really not aware of what all Hoosier Park has to offer.”
It took Laureen and me a little over an hour to reach our destination of Hoosier Park in which one has no problem navigating as it is just off the highway and there is more than ample parking.
Ginger was waiting for us just inside the door ready to give us a tour. After touring the facility and enjoying lunch, what I learned the most was the fact that Hoosier Park is NOT just a casino. They offer concerts, great food and meeting rooms – offering another choice for one to pick from when planning an event of any kind be it: party, class reunion, wedding reception, office meeting or just to get away for the day.
The “Top of the Park Room” is one meeting room that guests can rent which has a great view of the horse racing track which has “no nosebleed section” as Ginger commented. It holds 45 people and can be arranged as the guest would like. This room is also the room used by the bands for relaxing in before and after concerts. To name a few notables that have performed at Hoosier Park are The Charlie Daniels Band, Aretha Franklin,
Lee Greenwood and the Oakridge Boys and recently The Beach Boys on July 11 that drew over 5000 people.
Ginger shared that when Tony Orlando was scheduled to perform, a local assisted living center had tied yellow ribbons around each of the trees on their property. Tony spent over an hour interacting with them due to that act of kindness.
Ginger Shaw is in Fort Wayne a few days each week. If you or your place of business is ever looking for something different for entertainment or meeting purposes regardless of “head count” (they have bus trips as well) consider contacting Ginger. If she is able, she’ll even hand-deliver the tickets to you. Here’s how you can reach her:
(765) 609-4615 or (765) 640-2975 and her email address is: ginger.shaw@hoosierpark.com.
Last month my co-worker and friend Laureen Voirol and I took a little road trip to Hoosier Park Racing & Casino in Anderson, Indiana, and met with Ginger Shaw.
Ginger had invited us to come and tour their facility and experience it first-hand as she mentioned, “Unless you come to visit, you are really not aware of what all Hoosier Park has to offer.”
It took Laureen and me a little over an hour to reach our destination of Hoosier Park in which one has no problem navigating as it is just off the highway and there is more than ample parking.
Ginger was waiting for us just inside the door ready to give us a tour. After touring the facility and enjoying lunch, what I learned the most was the fact that Hoosier Park is NOT just a casino. They offer concerts, great food and meeting rooms – offering another choice for one to pick from when planning an event of any kind be it: party, class reunion, wedding reception, office meeting or just to get away for the day.
The “Top of the Park Room” is one meeting room that guests can rent which has a great view of the horse racing track which has “no nosebleed section” as Ginger commented. It holds 45 people and can be arranged as the guest would like. This room is also the room used by the bands for relaxing in before and after concerts. To name a few notables that have performed at Hoosier Park are The Charlie Daniels Band, Aretha Franklin,
Lee Greenwood and the Oakridge Boys and recently The Beach Boys on July 11 that drew over 5000 people.
Ginger shared that when Tony Orlando was scheduled to perform, a local assisted living center had tied yellow ribbons around each of the trees on their property. Tony spent over an hour interacting with them due to that act of kindness.
Ginger Shaw is in Fort Wayne a few days each week. If you or your place of business is ever looking for something different for entertainment or meeting purposes regardless of “head count” (they have bus trips as well) consider contacting Ginger. If she is able, she’ll even hand-deliver the tickets to you. Here’s how you can reach her:
(765) 609-4615 or (765) 640-2975 and her email address is: ginger.shaw@hoosierpark.com.
YWCA Women's Equality Day Celebration
YWCA will hold a Women's Equality Day Celebration on Wednesday, August 26 from 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Allen County Public Library Plaza.
The event commemorates the Women's Suffrage movement and the government's recognition of women’s right to vote, empowering women collectively by encouraging them to vote in upcoming elections, providing education about women and the political process, giving opportunities to learn about local, state, and national resources for women and registering women to vote on-site.
A special performance by Good Night Gracie will take place along with speakers, a resource fair, raffle and goody bags. A children's area where parents can let their children play while they visit booths will be available as well.
For more information contact Aja Michael or Mary Jo Raffety at the YWCA for more information. Aja can be reached at (260) 424-4908, ext.
226; Mary Jo can be reached at extension 260. Or visit the YWCA Web site at www.ywca.org/fortwayne.
The event commemorates the Women's Suffrage movement and the government's recognition of women’s right to vote, empowering women collectively by encouraging them to vote in upcoming elections, providing education about women and the political process, giving opportunities to learn about local, state, and national resources for women and registering women to vote on-site.
A special performance by Good Night Gracie will take place along with speakers, a resource fair, raffle and goody bags. A children's area where parents can let their children play while they visit booths will be available as well.
For more information contact Aja Michael or Mary Jo Raffety at the YWCA for more information. Aja can be reached at (260) 424-4908, ext.
226; Mary Jo can be reached at extension 260. Or visit the YWCA Web site at www.ywca.org/fortwayne.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Indiana Benefits Recovery Helps WWII Veteran Claim $20,000 in Funds
Local Chamber member Indiana Benefits Recovery had a recent triumph when a WWII veteran was awarded over $20,000 in unclaimed funds. Brent Minnick, founder of Indiana Benefits Recovery, presented a check for $20,000 to war veteran Luther Francis and his wife, Novake on Wednesday, August 5th. The large check for the presentation was created by fellow Chamber member Greg McCrory of McCrory Publishing.Eighty six year-old Francis, a former corporal of the 1st Armored Division of the United States Army, served under famed General George S. P
atton, earning 3 major battle stars for combat in North Africa and Europe.
atton, earning 3 major battle stars for combat in North Africa and Europe. Indiana Benefits Recovery discovered that Francis was beneficiary to a past real estate transaction, netting him over $20,000. Together Minnick and Francis also also uncovered an additional $1,225 in a local dormant bank account once held by Arthur Francis, Luther’s late brother.
The check was presented to Francis along with an American flag in a brand new oak flag box to show appreciation for his six plus years of military service, including 32 months overseas.
Indiana Benefits Recovery (IBR) identifies sources of funds and then contacts Hoosiers, or in some cases, former Hoosiers, who have funds in the unclaimed surplus pool. Through personal one-on-one contact, the client is taken through the process of claiming the funds. Some claims recovered by IBR have been settled as quickly as one week from notification to check in hand. IBR is registered with the Indiana Secretary of State.
Indiana Benefits Recovery (IBR) identifies sources of funds and then contacts Hoosiers, or in some cases, former Hoosiers, who have funds in the unclaimed surplus pool. Through personal one-on-one contact, the client is taken through the process of claiming the funds. Some claims recovered by IBR have been settled as quickly as one week from notification to check in hand. IBR is registered with the Indiana Secretary of State.
YMCA's Corporate Challenge
The YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne is encouraging area businesses to register for its 3rd Annual Corporate Challenge. The deadline is August 14 and team fees are $500.
The co-ed teams can consist of 6 to 25 employees and/or their spouses. All participants receive a team t-shirt and a YMCA family membership for the duration of the Corporate Challenge. The winning team receives a one week free membership for their whole company and the opportunity for all of their employees to join the YMCA with the $75 joiner fee waived.
The overall team champion is awarded a traveling trophy that is displayed at their business for the following year. A team spirit award is also presented to the team that displays the best attitude through good sportsmanship, participation, community service, and fan support.
If you would like to register a team or require more information on the Corporate Challenge, please contact Sarah Crouch at (260) 422-6486 or sarah_crouch@fwymca.org.
The co-ed teams can consist of 6 to 25 employees and/or their spouses. All participants receive a team t-shirt and a YMCA family membership for the duration of the Corporate Challenge. The winning team receives a one week free membership for their whole company and the opportunity for all of their employees to join the YMCA with the $75 joiner fee waived.
The overall team champion is awarded a traveling trophy that is displayed at their business for the following year. A team spirit award is also presented to the team that displays the best attitude through good sportsmanship, participation, community service, and fan support.
If you would like to register a team or require more information on the Corporate Challenge, please contact Sarah Crouch at (260) 422-6486 or sarah_crouch@fwymca.org.
Networking to Build Your Personal Brand
Chamber Academy offers members the opportunity to share their expertise with others in the form of two to four-hour seminars designed to help members grow their business. All sessions are just $19.
Tomorrow's seminar is- "Networking to Build Your Personal Brand" by Chris Sanderson of Dale Carnegie Training
Tuesday, August 11 · 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. · Chamber of Commerce
Make a memorable and positive first impression on those you meet.
Discover the tools to:
Develop an authentic Personal Branding Statement
Make the most of professional connections
Use the relationship linking technique
Register online now.
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