Member News & Events
Don’t Forget to DUCK!
In less than a month, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Richmond & Tri-Cities will drop up to 20,000 rubber ducks into the Haxall Canal (next to Browns Island) in Downtown Richmond! It's your chance to support a wonderful cause and to enjoy a 21-year institution for the City of Richmond! This year's Grand Prize is a 2010 Toyota Prius, courtesy of McGeorge Toyota, as well as 11 other prizes from area retailers. There are still over 35 Duck Sales coming to a location near you, including the Ashland July 4th Celebration, Hanover Tomato Festival, Wal-Mart at Southpark, Bass Pro Shops, Hooters on West Broad, area Kroger Grocery Stores, Movieland and at McGeorge Toyota! To find out where the next Duck Sale is coming to you, visit www.bigbrobigsis.com and click on the Duck Race Duck. Then, you're invited to witness the "release of the ducks" on Saturday, July 31st from 11am until 4pm at Browns Island for the 21st Annual Big Brothers Big Sisters Duck Race. 100% of Duck Sales and souvenirs go directly to support the mentoring programs of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Richmond & Tri-Cities.
The City of Richmond’s Public Art Commission Cordially Invites You
to join them in celebrating the dedication of The Bud and Seed Group, the newest addition to the City’s public art collection.
The dedication will be held on Saturday, July 10 at 10:00 am at the western terminus of the Virginia Capital Trail.
The sculpture is the creation of artist David Boyajian, who will be on hand to discuss the piece.Questions: Catherine Easterling, Department of Planning and Development Review, 804.646.7550, Catherine.Easterling@Richmondgov.com
Trade Show SMARTS:
Technical and Staffing Tune Up
Monday, July 12th, 10–11:30 a.m.
If you are signed up to exhibit at the Retail Marketing EXPO 2010; have sent in the required forms to date; and are on the final approach to having successful results for your company—you will want to join Trade Show SMARTS. Receive a final tune up as we bring together three experts who will help you be sure you’ve not missed details. We’re here to help increase the measure of your success.
- Michael Boykin, Displays Designs & Signs, will give you TIPS on booth design, set up, layout and last-minute tweaks that may help you avoid disasters. Selling your message effectively starts well in advance of the EXPO and continues even while you dismantle your display until the next trade show.
- Julia O’Connor, Trade Show Training, helps you maximize the impact those manning your booth can have. It takes more than a display and handshake to sell at a trade show. What can you do in advance to insure professional presence in your booth? What next?
- Jan Leaton, Leaton Business Coaching, helps your company representatives connect with others before, during and after the show with communication skills and personal presentation skills that insure your company vision and mission—on and off the floor—is represented consistently and professionally.
No cost to attend: To register, click here. Questions: Call Jan Leaton 804-967-5999
"Building Blocks for Nonprofit Board Members—
An Introduction"
Saturday, July 17, 9:00 am–12:00 pm at the Boulders IV office complex in Suite 116.
This 3 hour workshop orients prospective or new board members to the nonprofit sector and provides a comprehensive overview of the 10 basic responsibilities of nonprofit governance. This training is intended for those members of the community who have never served on a board and are considering it, or just recently was placed on a board and would like some additional resources/information on board governance. The workshop facilitator is Katie Campbell. Workshop participants will gain access to BoardLink, a portal on the HandsOn Greater Richmond website which connects volunteers to board service opportunities. Currently, this is only open to those persons who have completed the Building Blocks training. The cost of the workshop is $25.00 per person and this includes all workshop materials and light refreshments. Preferred method of payment: Attendees can register for the workshop online at www.pnerichmond.org but we can also accept payment via check. Please visit www.pnerichmond.org for a full description of the workshop. Email Tiffany Harris at tharris@pnerichmond.org or call 804.330.7400 for additional information.
Henrico County Business Watch Workshop
July 23, 2010 Friday from 11:00 am–1:00 pm
Henrico businesses are invited to attend the up-coming Business Watch Program Workshop for Henrico County. The workshop will be held on at the Henrico County Training Center at 7721 E. Parham Road.
RSVP Required! 804-501-5236 or bel@co.henrico.va.us . If you have any questions please feel free to contact Larry Belviso, Police Officer, Business Crime Prevention Officer at the above phone & email. For more information, click here.
Breakfast with the Pros 2010—
It’s a Jungle Out There
Thursday, July 22, 7:30–10:00 am
In today’s business jungle, only the fiercest competitors survive. If you are seeking a source of practical business advice, the 2010 Breakfast with the Pros program is just what you need. The Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Community College Workforce Alliance, has developed a series of quarterly seminars that will inspire, educate, and arm you with all the tools you need to thrive and survive in today’s business jungle.
Get ready to learn:
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Why public speaking and presentation skills can separate you from the rest of the pack
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How to overcome fear of public speaking and presenting
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How long you should prepare for a speech—it will surprise you
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The most powerful weapon is in the speaker's arsenal
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Secrets to owning the room and blowing the audience away
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Secrets to Moving during a presentation—when and how you should move
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Tips on creating the most effective PowerPoints
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5 major sins of a bad presentation
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Secrets to keeping the audience's attention—the entire time!
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How to be a good salesperson by understanding the Human Value Equation
Unleash Your Inner Roar with Steve Patterson
Steve Patterson holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Kentucky and an Executive MBA from VCU. He is a renowned author contributing to the Inside the Mind Series—Best Marketing Practices, an active speaker, and earned membership in the National Speaker’s Association, Virginia Chapter. Steve currently serves as VP of Marketing at Southern States Cooperative and has given over 2000 presentations.
CCWA’s Chester Location - Nicholas Student Center at John Tyler Community College, 13101 Jefferson Davis Highway, Chester, 23831
- $20 for Chamber members registered by July 15
- $25 for non-members registered by July 15
- $25 for Chamber members registered after July 15
- $35 for non-members registered after July 15
Register at www.chesterfieldchamber.com and click on Events Registration and follow the information for this event. For more information, Contact Sandy at 804-748-6364 x2 or email sandy@chesterfieldchamber.com.
Congressman Randy Forbes Hosts August Job Fairs
“As an employer or business leader, your participation would be appreciated. I am hopeful that these events will provide area businesses, government agencies, and individuals with a mutually beneficial opportunity to find the right job match.
I am inviting a variety of government agencies and departments and private sector companies in all areas of business and industry. Details of the events can be found below.”
Chesapeake Job Fair
Tuesday, August 10, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Greenbrier Middle School, 1016 Greenbrier Parkway, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Employer Registration Page: http://forbeschesapeakejobfairemployer.eventbrite.com
Contact: Curtis Byrd, District Representative, 757-382-0080, Curtis.Byrd@mail.house.gov.
Chesterfield Job Fair
Wednesday, August 11, 9:00 am–2:00 pm
L.C. Bird High School, 10301 Courthouse Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832
Employer Registration Page: http://forbeschesterfieldjobfairemployer.eventbrite.com
Contact: Ron White, District Representative, 804-526-4969, Ronald.White@mail.house.gov
8th Annual Maymont X-Country Festival
Set for September 24–25
Registration now open for all festival events
The 8th annual Maymont X-Country Festival is set for September 24-25, 2010 at Maymont Park. Friday evening kicks off with the Elementary School 1-miler at 5:30 p.m. followed by the Open 5k at 6 p.m. Saturday begins with the James River Loop 8 Miler at 7:00 a.m. Then, the weekend concludes with the Middle School 3k at 9 a.m.
Maymont provides a spectacular setting for one the premier running festivals in the country. Along with the 5k and 8 Mile divisions for participants of all ages and shorter distance events for Elementary and Middle School kids, the event will also feature high school teams. There will be thousands of competitors, live bands, a live announcer, food vendors and a professional event set up.
Registration for all events of the Maymont X-Country Festival is now open. On-line registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on September 22. Walk up registration will take place on Friday, September 24 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Maymont. There is no walk up registration on Saturday, September 25. More information and online registration can be found at www.sportsbackers.org.
Call for Entries Announced for
2010 Virginia Film Festival
23rd Annual Festival Set for November 4–7 in Charlottesville
The Virginia Film Festival has announced the launch of its call for entries, inviting filmmakers from the state, region and the world to submit features, documentaries and short films for consideration for the 2010 festival.
All submissions will be considered as long as they are received by September 8th. All entries must be submitted through Withoutabox (www.withoutabox.com). Rates for film submissions will be $45 for the general public and $40 for Withoutabox members. Submissions are FREE for Virginia residents, including students. Submissions for out-of-state students are $10.
The Virginia Film Festival, presented by the University of Virginia’s College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, is a four-day celebration of cinema’s unique power to inspire, enlighten and entertain. It’s a chance to see first-run-features and revisit timeless classics. It’s a chance to discover new films and filmmakers, a place to hear from high-profile industry insiders and up-and-coming stars, and a forum for talented filmmakers from around the world and throughout Virginia. It’s an opportunity to hear cultural experts lead fascinating lectures and discussions that illuminate the films and themes in the context of the world in which we live today. And to top it all off, the festival features a series of special events that invite the entire community to come together and revel in the magic of the movies.
The Virginia Film Festival will announce its program for the 2010 festival in early October. For more information on the 2010 Virginia Film Festival call for entries or to keep up with the latest news on the upcoming Festival, visit us online at www.vafilm.com. All those interested in volunteering for this year’s Virginia Film Festival can learn more by contacting David Hopper at 434-982-5560 or emailing him at dlh2v@virginia.edu. |
