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While Mecklenburg County struggled to create a budget to fund schools, keep teachers in classrooms, and maintain our library system, not to mention a host of other basic human services, U.S.
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Washington Political Paybacks Threaten North Carolina Local Governments
LEGOLAND officials have released more details of Thursday night’s open house … WHAT: On Thursday, July 8, 2010 LEGOLAND® Florida is hosting a community open house to meet with area residents about Central Florida’s newest theme park. This open house-style event is intended to acquaint local residents with LEGOLAND Florida and how it will impact Central Florida
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The British Chambers of Commerce has called on the new government to reassess impending employment legislation, which it claims will cost business £25 billion and endanger the economic and job market recovery.
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The search is on for an inspiring business as West Berkshire Council opens nominations for the third annual Enterprise Award The prize seeks to reward a small or medium-sized company that has achieved a little bit extra and should be recognised as contributing to the broader business environment of West Berkshire. Businesses can be nominated for excellence in one or more of five categories: job creation, supporting rural communities, skills training and apprenticeships, environmental impact and innovation.
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Hunt begins for Enterprise Award 2010 winner
Once again taking the opportunity to tie up a few loose ends, drop a few tidbits too short to make up an entire post and just generally clean out the ol’ litter box of the mind. First up: The trial for the ex President of the Chamber is now set for November 8 – 10. Mark your calendars if you would like to attend. I get a fair amount of email from readers asking me questions, suggesting topics, commenting on posts, offering me leads to information and starting discussions. First – thank you, I appreciate the input and support. Second – please feel free to continue to do so, or if you haven’t personally, but would like to, here is my email again: mebad.mojojo@gmail.com.
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Loose Ends and Frayed Nerves
Recently, the Longview Partnership Chamber of Commerce sampled their members to gain a better understanding of their current perspective on the economy in the Longview area. The information gained will be very helpful in the planning and positioning of the organization as we represent our members. The following are the results of the survey as of Friday, July 02, 2010.
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From a Chamber Member’s Perspective: Longview’s Economic Outlook
POSTED AS A COMMUNITY SERVICE BY GADABOU T-BLOGALOT ECOC FRIDAY BLAST Greetings from the ECOC Office Happy 4th of July ECOC Members!!! Debbie and I had a great time out at Founders Ranch last week for the SASS End of Trail event.
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Edgewood Chamber Of Commerce Friday Blast (07/02/10)
The Winter Haven community and other interested citizens will get their first look at plans for LEGOLAND ® Florida on Thursday, July 8 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Orange Dome on Cypress Gardens Boulevard.
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LEGOLAND Florida Open House July 8th – Orange Dome
Harriet Rochester Sports Marketing [HRSM] has defied the economic downturn with new client wins and hard-hitting PR campaigns that give its clients exceptional return on investment. Racing for Change , the body responsible for broadening the appeal of British horseracing, handed HRSM a brief in June to promote the social side of Royal Ascot.
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New member HRSM hits highs to defy lows
Winter Haven, FL (July 1, 2010) –The bricks are falling into place at LEGOLAND® Florida as the first three members of the marketing team begin to market the first LEGOLAND Park on the east coast here in Winter Haven. Director of Sales and Marketing Kim Isemann, Manager of Sales Todd Andrus and Public Relations Representative Jackie Wallace are bringing their expertise from Central Florida attraction destinations to promote the family theme park opening fall 2011. Isemann brings considerable expertise in theme park and attractions marketing and will lead the estimated 20-person marketing team as Director of Sales & Marketing for LEGOLAND Florida
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LEGOLAND® Florida Marketing Team Takes Shape …
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Jewelry Loans SFV | Cash 4 Gold SFV | Save at Traders Loan & Jewelry Inc.
POSTED AS A COMMUNITY SERVICE BY GADABOUT-BLOGALOT Edgewood Chamber of Commerce The Edgewood Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome our newest member!!! East Mountain Auto and RV Service!! John and Don’s business is located at 1902 Old Route 66 in Edgewood. I personally have used their services and was VERY pleased!!! East Mountain Auto and RV Services contact info is: 505-847-4018 and on the web at www.emarvs.com Please take time to stop by and introduce yourself and welcome them to the Chamber!! Visit our Website www.edgewoodchambernm.com Phone 505-286-2577 PO Box 457 Edgewood, NM 87015
Citing continued transit service in Polk County as a business, employment and economic issue, the Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors have unanimously approved a resolution of support urging voters to approve a charter county transportation surtax of one-half percent (1/2 percent) to be considered on our November 2, 2010 ballot. You can read the full text of the resolution here
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Chamber Board Supports Transit Referendum
Winter Haven, FL June 28, 2010 DocuLex (www.doculex.com), creator of document and content management software, has received industry analyst Buyers Lab’s top 5-Star rating for the company’s flagship offering, DocuLex Archive Studio.
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DocuLex Awarded 5-Star Rating for Content Mgt Software
Thirty-three members of Gross, Mendelsohn and Associates’s staff toiled in the 99-degree heat on Wednesday, June 23 to plant trees, install raised garden beds, plant hundreds of perennials, collect trash and spread mulch around the Sandtown / Winchester Community Center. The Maryland-based CPA firm partnered with the Parks & People Foundation on the community service project. Gross Mendelsohn is celebrating its 50th anniversary year in 2010 by taking on several large-scale projects like this one.
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Gross Mendelsohn Volunteers Make Baltimore Community Center Cleaner, Greener
So far, our series of posts on the hiring process has covered writing good job descriptions , finding innovative ways to identify candidates , screening applicants and interviewing prospective employees . Now that you’ve chosen a final candidate and preparing to make an offer, it is important to consider conducting background screening and a drug test.
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Background Checks and Drug Screenings
WINTER HAVEN – City Manager Dale Smith announced today that a conditional offer of employment has been made to Gary Hester to serve as the City’s next Police Chief. It is anticipated background checks will be completed and Hester will begin work with the City of Winter Haven August, 16, 2010.
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Hester is Offered Haven Police Chief Position
Reznick Group’s Baltimore office spent Friday, June 11th giving back to the community as part of its 4th Annual Community Outreach Day. Community Outreach Day is the Baltimore office’s largest annual community service event. “As a recognized leader in the accounting profession, we also take pride in being a leader in the area of community service,” said Bill Riley, Principal in Reznick Group’s Baltimore office and Vice Chairman of the Maryland Chamber.
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Reznick Group Sets Community Service Example
Reuters news service is reporting that private equity firm CVC is in talks to purchase a 30 percent stake in Merlin Entertainments (now planning to open LEGOLAND® Florida here in Winter Haven). According to Reuters, “The deal would value Merlin Entertainments at approximately 2.5 billion pounds ($3.71 billion), one of the sources said, with CVC Capital Partners, Blackstone and Kirkbi A/S — the Danish investment company owned by the family behind the Lego brand — owning about 30 percent of the business each.” Kirkbi owns about 36 percent of the business, while Blackstone owns approximately 52 percent
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The Florida Sports Hall of Fame opened in ribbon cutting ceremonies this morning and now shares quarters with Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing at their new Lake Myrtle complex. The Hall of Fame houses memorabilia from some of Florida’s most famous sports stars from the past four decades. Upon walking into the museum, visitors are greeted by a dragster, donated by Hall of Fame racer, “Big Daddy” Don Garlits (pictured below) .
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Florida Sports Hall of Fame Opens at Lake Myrtle
For small businesses, finding the right employee for a position can be a daunting task and present several challenges.
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Innovation with Recruitment Efforts Can Attract Top Talent
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry membership has over 1500 corporates and over 500 chambers of commerce and business associations, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry espouses the shared vision of …
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Our long time Sponsor, the Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber , filled the courtyard of the Beverly Garland Hotel in North Hollywood last night at their monthly mixer. This successful Chamber is known for promoting economic vitality, community growth, great events, business expos, and for uniting the businesses of the San Fernando Valley.
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San Fernando Valley Chamber’s After 5 Networking at the Beverly Garland Hotel
The Forum was organized by the Committee for International Trade (CIT) of the Saudi Council of Chambers of Commerce in Riyadh and the U.S.-Saudi Business Council in Washington. At the forum SUSRIS had a chance to talk with CIT Chairman …
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Saudi United States Relations Business Business Opportunities …
Use your local Chamber of Commerce , the Internet and even visit with retailers to find out what wholesalers exist in your area. If you want to specialize in a specific product, contact the manufacturer directly to find out who handles …
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Tips for Starting a Wholesale Business | The Wealthy Review