Chamber Update June 2, 2011

Chamber Events

•  June 6Coralville Roundtable
  Noon – Holiday Inn Express, 970 25th Avenue, Coralville
• 7 Iowa City Roundtable                                                       
  Noon – Los Portales, 1402 S. Gilbert Street, Iowa City
• 7 Caring Hands & More CHARM Home ribbon cutting                                                    
  4 p.m. - 1804 Lakeside Drive, Iowa City   
• 8 CLP Program Committee
  8 a.m. – Chamber office, 325 E. Washington Street, small conference room, Iowa City
•  8Expert Edge: Five Technology Solutions to Save You Time and Money  
  11:30 a.m. – Coralville City Hall, 1512 7th Street, Coralville
• 9Local Government Affairs
  7:30 a.m. – Chamber office, 325 E. Washington Street, Quad City International Airport conference room, Iowa City
• 9North Liberty Steering Committee
  11:30 a.m. - Location TBD
• 9CLP Wrap-Up & Graduation
  8 a.m. - Various locations
• 9EPIC Pub Club
  4:30 p.m. – Martini’s, 127 E. College Street, Iowa City
• 13Coralville Roundtable
  Noon – Gus' Food & Spirits, 2421 Coral Court, Coralville
• 14Agribusiness/Bioscience Committee
  7:30 a.m. – Chamber office, 325 E. Washington Street, Quad City International Airport conference room, Iowa City
• 15North Liberty Roundtable
  Noon – Cedar Ridge Winery, 1441 Marak Road, Swisher

It's important for small businesses to operate as well-oiled machines. But, technology interrupts  this efficiency if outdated or not customized. If you've ever thought, "there must be a better way," but haven't had the time or tools to implement change - this seminar is a must! 

Fellow Chamber member and small business owner Mike McKay of Keystone IT explains how the right technology can actually save you money and time by increasing the productivity and efficiency of your office operations. Review five technology solutions including: Secure file sharing, Thin client technology, VoIP phone systems, Multi-function machines and Paperless files. Ideal for office managers or individuals responsible for making office technology decisions. 

Last chance to register! Part of the Chamber's Expert Edge Seminar Series sponsored by Raymond James Financial Services Inc. / James Investment Group, Inc. register online >>
 

The Iowa City Area Chamber Golf Classic is heading to the Blue Top Ridge at Riverside on Friday, August 19! Located just 20 minutes south of the Iowa City area, this world-class golf course features breathtaking vistas overlooking two rivers, man made lakes and diverse terrain. The Chamber is offering this one-of-a-kind golfing experience at an economical price. At only $100 per member golfer, the Chamber's Golf Classic is the most affordable local tournament.

Thank you to our Premier Sponsors: Ambrose Companies & Ambrose and Boyd Realtors.

Register your foursome >>

• Hamilton IP Law
• Aspen Dental - Coralville and Cedar Rapids Locations
• Blue Sky Carpet Care referred by Rhonda Roskos of the Corridor Business Journal
• Profit Keepers LLC

The Chamber is pleased to welcome Amy Hospodarsky to the Chamber team. Amy serves as the new director of member services. You can reach her at amy@iowacityarea.com.

The Chamber is offering a new opportunity to reach your potential customers through its bi-weekly, member-to-member electronic communiqué, Connect. A new banner ad in the body of the e-newsletter allows you to reach more than 2,800 members with visual interest for only $75. Reserve your banner ad today! Contact Kelly McCann at (319) 337-9637 or kelly@iowacityarea.com to learn more.