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events December 2008
Enjoy RMA's new events blast, coming to you the third week of every month. Each month our RMA paparazzi will be covering meetings and events, in Richmond, Goochland, Powhatan, Fredericksburg, Petersburg, Amelia, and beyond—wherever Retail Merchants members and guests gather to network, learn or advocate! Special thanks to our Events sponsor, Bank of Virginia.
Retailer of the Year and Retail Achievement of the Year Awards
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First Friday Forum
Upcoming...
Friday, January 9, 2009
"Marketing Smarter in Tough Economic Times" with Tom Blue, RMA Marketing Guru
Click here for more information >>
No one said it would be easy…but leave it to Tom Blue to come up with “5 Steps Every Retailer Should Take to Succeed in 2009”. His insightful (and entertaining) perspective on making the most of your marketing dollar is a theme that applies to all small to medium retail businesses—as well as the services and suppliers to those businesses.
Get your year going in the right direction! Put savvy marketing advice and networking with business leaders at the top of your 2009 “to do” list!
7:45–9:15 a.m.
New Location!: Crowne Plaza Richmond West
6531 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 285-9951
Directions >>
Cost: Members, $20; Non-members, $25
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The Retail Authority: New Mentoring Roundtable Series
Ever wish you could sit down with a few RMA Board Members and pick their brains?
NOW YOU CAN—and there is no charge!
Round one of The Retail Authority will be meeting 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month in the first quarter, at the Retail Merchants Association office.
January 6—meet with Board members Keith Gastrock, Dominion Sign Company; Franco Ambrogi, Franco’s Fine Clothiers; and Tom Winfree, Village Bank; moderated by Michael Guld, The Guld Resource Group.
February 3—meet with Doug Elliott, Enzo’s; Duncan Thomas, QMarket Inc.; and Sarah Paxton, La Difference Inc.; moderated by Steve Barnett, Barnett’s Hallmark
March 3—board members and moderator to be announced.
- Each roundtable is limited to the first 20 registered attendees.
- Attendees will be invited to submit three questions or a statement of what they expect to get out of the session.
- Each session will address a majority of the questions
- There will be time for additional questions and general conversation.
If you have questions, please contact Julie Hill (804)662-5500 or jchill@retailmerchants.com.
Register on line at www.retailmerchants.com.
Retail Partners Advertising
Retail Partners newsletter goes quarterly in 2009!
Just 4 annual opportunities to reach the whole RMA membership!
Limited issues, limited space, lower annual advertising costs, new space opportunities, reserve your advertising now! Have an idea for a story or article? Please let us know!
If you have any questions, please contact Pat Vitsky, patricia@retailmerchants.com or call 804-662-5500.
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Longwood University Survey Regarding Use of Facebook
Longwood University is surveying business professionals regarding an aspect of the hiring process of college graduates. There is a concern among college advisors today that prospective graduating job seekers may not anticipate the serious ramifications of their youthful postings to Facebook and similar websites.
The data obtained from this survey could be helpful in directing student attention to the possible long term effects of Facebook activities.
Please contact Mr. Steve Barnett, representing Longwood University and is a former Chairman of the Board of the Retail Merchants Association, with any questions at 804-740-9773.
Events & More
December Powhatan Chamber Luncheon
December 18
Networking begins at 11:30 a.m., Lunch begins at Noon
County Seat Restaurant, 3883 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan
COST: $8.00 for lunch
RSVP: 598-2636 chamber office
SPEAKER: Dr. Heather Williamson, Transformation Group
“Increase Sustained Profitability - Developing A Customer Loyalty Strategy”
A Pint for A Pint = Pint of Salsa for Pint of Blood!
Wednesday, December 24, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Please call Kara Plasket @ 239-3484 to sign-up. You’ll also receive a Virginia Blood Services T-shirt!
Nacho Mama’s, 7160 Left Flank Rd., Mechanicsville. Visit www.vablood.org for eligibility questions.
Holiday Glitter Walking Tour of Monument Avenue
December 26 & 27, 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy the lights and glitter of Monument Avenue decked out for the holidays. This early evening stroll combines history with a touch of glitz. Offered only twice a year! CALL FOR RESERVATIONS: (804) 649-0711 ext. 301. $10 (pay your guide on day of tour) Meet your guide at the Lee Monument at Allen and Monument Avenues. Dress comfortably, and please bring a flashlight.
info@richmondhistorycenter.com
www.richmondhistorycenter.com
Last Midas Blood Drive of 2008
On December 27, Midas of Richmond will have their 7th Blood Drive for the Virginia Blood Service in 2008. Says Mark Smith, “I am thrilled to tell you that over 500 people have shown up to give at each of our last three drives. A number that, although a record, will hopefully be the low turnout threshold for every one of our future drives.” If you give a pint of your blood at any of the 4 locations (Short Pump, Mechanicsville, Hull Street and Colonial Heights) you will receive a free oil change.
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