JULY 13, 2015
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'Networking Without the Work' Workshop Set for July 21
                       

A workshop on "Networking Without the Work" will be held on Tuesday, July 21, from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Chamber office (8653 US Highway 29, Blairs).  The workshop will provide practical tips to increase your ability to make a good first impression and a great lasting impression, assist you in helping others to meet their personal and professional goals while, in turn, helping you to meet your goals!

 

Be sure to bring lots of business cards, brochures, and/or other promotional information about your business to share with other participants.

 

Plus, plan to attend Business After Hours, sponsored by DocuSystems, from 5:30 - 7 p.m. where you can practice your newly-acquired networking skills.  (DocuSystems is located just south of the Chamber office.)

 

There is no cost to attend, but reservations are required as seating is limited.  To register, click here, email chamber@dpchamber.org,  or call the Chamber at 434-836-6990.

Nominations Solicited for Board of Directors
                       

The Chamber is currently in the process of identifying and nominating a slate of candidates for seats on the Board of Directors (effective January 1, 2016).  If you have a candidate you would like for the Nominating Committee to consider, please submit to Laurie S. Moran, CCE, President, Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 99, Blairs, VA 24527, or by email at lmoran@dpchamber.org. 

 

Candidates must be active members in good standing, designated as a representative by the member business, be qualified for such directorship, and have agreed to accept the responsibility of a directorship.  Nominations should be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, July 24. 

  
DocuSystems to Host Business After Hours on July 21
  

Business After Hours will be held on Tuesday, July 21, from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at DocuSystems (3801 US Highway 29, Danville).  Join DocuSystems in celebrating their 13th anniversary and the launch of 3DSolutions Co., Inc., their new 3D business.

 

Business After Hours features great business networking, hors d'oeuvres and beverages.

 

There's no cost to attend, but reservations are requested and can be made by clicking here, emailing chamber@dpchamber.org, or calling 434-836-6990. 
  
Danville Economic Developer to Meet with Young Professionals
                       
Telly Tucker, the Economic Development Director for the City of Danville, will meet with area young professionals on Wednesday, July 22, at 12 noon at Danville City Hall (2nd Floor Conference Room).

Young professionals are invited to c ome out and meet, talk to, and learn from Tucker.  This is a great opportunity to meet and talk to Tucker while also learning about the city's vision for economic development.
 
The cost is $5 per person which includes lunch.
 
Registrations are required and can be made by clicking here, emailing chamber@dpchamber.org, or calling (434) 836-6990.
  
Shrimp Fest
Shrimp Fest Tickets On Sale
  
The 2015 Shrimp Fest tickets are now on sale.  For complete details or to order your tickets, visit http://dpchamber.ticketleap.com/shrimpfest2015. 

This year's Shrimp Fest will be held on Wednesday, September 9, at the Danville Community Market.
  
Monthly Quizzo Night Begins July 13
                   

Starting July 13th, 2 Witches Winery & Brewing Co. will host a monthly Quizzo night! Please join us for four rounds of invigorating trivia from 5 - 7 p.m. Kendall Marie and Brigid Belko will be your brainy hosts. Teams may have up to 4 people. After July 13, all future Quizzo sessions will correspond with Meet up Mondays, typically on the 1st Monday of the Month. We hope to see you there!

 

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