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'State of the Region' Set for August 11
 The Chamber will host the "State of the Region Address" on  Tuesday, August 11, with Sherman M. Saunders, Mayor of the City of Danville, and Brenda H. Bowman, Chair of the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors. The local government leaders will provide an overview of accomplishments and goals for the region.
The breakfast meeting will be held at) The Institute for Advanced Learning & Research (150 Slayton Avenue, Danville) beginning at 7:30 a.m.
The breakfast meeting, which is open to the public, costs $20 for Chamber members and $25 for non-members. The cost includes a buffet breakfast with healthy food choices.
Reservations are required and should be made by Thursday, August 6, by calling the Chamber at (434) 836-6990, by emailing the Chamber at chamber@dpchamber.org, or by registering online by clicking here.
Cancelations may be made without penalty up to 48 hours prior to the event date. Registrants will be charged the full registration fee for no-shows and/or cancellations made within 48 hours of the event. Registrant substitutions are allowed and may be made at any time up to the start time of the event.
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 Build Your Business Network: Workshop, After Hours This Week
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! 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. There is no cost to attend, but reservations are required as we only have a few seats still available.  All Chamber members will have an opportunity to make new business contacts at Business After Hours 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
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 Labor and Employment Seminar Planned in Danville
Take a close look at managing HR and building an engaged workforce at Woods Rogers' 34th Annual Labor and Employment Seminar on October 6 at the Institute for Advanced Learning in Danville. This year features a new format and several new topics with three parts to the seminar that build upon each other.
The ½ day seminar starts with a focus on case updates and news from the "Big Three" agencies followed by a roundup of advanced employment issues. The final session showcases practical matters that human resources managers deal with in the employer-employee relationship.
Don't miss this opportunity to earn continuing education credits and hone your HR knowledge.
Chamber members receive a 15% discount off registration fees by using the promotional code DANCHBR.
View the topics and register online at woodsrogers.com. For more information, call 540-983-7791.
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Young Professionals: Meet and Learn from Danville Economic Developer
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.
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Nominations Due Friday 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.
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'Team Get Fit' Tip of the Week
Ever find yourself hitting a slump in the mid morning and afternoon? It's not just you! Sitting too long slows down our metabolism and leaves us feeling sluggish. The simple solution? Get up and move every 30 minutes. Moving can be as simple as stretching for a minute or walking down the hallway. Believe it or not, a little physical activity makes a big difference in the way you look and feel! (The Chamber will be featuring weekly fitness/wellness tips from Get Fit Dan River Region to assist you in having a healthier workforce. We hope you will share it with your employees and co-workers.)
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Free Showing of 'Farmland' Set for Thursday Night in Gretna
The Pittsylvania County Farm Bureau, along with the Woman's Committee, are sponsoring a free showing of the movie, Farmland, on Thursday, July 23, at 6:30 p.m. at the Gretna Theater. The movie is a documentary about the lives, struggles, and joys of farming. It illustrates the dedication and determination shown by all of us as we are all stewards of this land and animals that we tend. The movie follows young men and women spanning multiple segments of the ag industry and captures their perspectives as to why they farm the way they do.
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Shrimp Fest Tickets On Sale
This year's Shrimp Fest will be held on Wednesday, September 9, at the Danville Community Market.
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Health Fair/Business Expo
Do you want to learn something new (medical assisting & surgical technology) while in a business networking setting? You are invited to the Health Fair/Business Expo at American National University (336 Old Riverside Drive) Danville, Virginia. The expo will be held July 29, 2015 (10 a.m.- 2 p.m.) (434) 793-6822.
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