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Chamber to host Fall 2010 Welcome Reception with Economic Development Groups and ACT |
| Updated: November 09, 2010 |
(Iowa City) – The Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce Community Leadership Program Alumni will co-host the Fall 2010 Welcome Reception, an event designed to unite and network area residents, employers, cultural organizations and communities. The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, November 8, at The Ferguson Center on the ACT Campus, 200 ACT Drive, in Iowa City. The Iowa City Area Development Group, Priority One, Jon Whitmore and ACT are also co-sponsors of the Welcome Reception.
The event is free and open to the public. Complimentary appetizers and refreshments will be provided by ACT.
The evening is dedicated to networking and making connections. Established residents and new members of the community are encouraged to attend. Local leaders new to the Corridor will be recognized, including:
• Steve Murley, ICCSD Superintendent
• Tim Bradshaw, Eastern Iowa Airport
• Joe Barry, Mercer
• Joe Baker, Acciona
• Jon Whitmore and additional new ACT staff
• Abby Ballain, Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance
• Phillip Burns, P&G
• Jeanette Pilak, UNESCO City of Literature
In addition to networking, attendees can learn more about regional non-profit organizations dedicated to creating partnerships and collaborations, including the Iowa City Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program Alumni, Diversity Focus, the Eastern Iowa Human Resources Association, Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance, ImpactCR, Priority One and ICAD Group.
About Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership
Now in its 21st year, the Community Leadership Program develops effective leaders for the communities of the Johnson County area. Hosted by the Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce, the program offers its participants access to our community leaders, insight into critical issues, and an in-depth overview of the systems that make up our community. Leadership development continues even after graduation from the program through the Community Leadership Program Alumni.
About ACT
ACT is an independent, not-for-profit organization that provides a broad array of assessment, research, information, and program management solutions in the areas of education and workforce development. Each year, ACT serves millions of people in high schools, colleges, professional associations, businesses, and government agencies—nationally and internationally.
About the Iowa City Area Development Group
Now in its 26th year, the Iowa City Area Development Group works to enhance the quality of our communities by serving the business development needs of interstate commerce companies in Iowa City, Coralville, North Liberty, Solon, Tiffin, Tipton, the Amana Colonies, West Branch, Kalona, West Liberty, and Johnson County.
About Priority One
Priority One, the Economic Development Division of the Cedar Rapids Chamber of Commerce, is a private-public partnership created by business and community leaders. It promotes economic growth and prosperity in the Cedar Rapids area through the expansion of existing basic sector businesses and the attraction of new interstate commerce industries that further diversify the area economy.
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