Chamber Briefs

JULY 27, 2015

In This Edition

2015 Trade Show

State of the Region

Labor & Employment Seminar

Meet Up Monday, Quizzo

Shrimp Fest tickets

Get Fit Tip

Chairman's Circle

Signature Sponsors

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Production Started for 2015 Southside Show-Biz Trade Show

'Production' has started for Southside Show-Biz, the business trade show for Danville and Pittsylvania County. This year's trade show will continue to focus on providing a high quality event that offers you access to new customers and marketing opportunities.

The 2015 trade show will begin on Monday, October 12, with a VIP reception, "by invitation only," for exhibitors and Chamber members from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Averett University's North Campus. This year's reception will once again feature 'tastings' by local restaurants and caterers to enhance our already popular opening night.

The trade show will be open to the public on Tuesday, October 13, from 3 - 7 p.m. to attract greater attendance and allow people to come after work. In addition, we're planning special entertainment and attractions throughout the day to attract more people.

There are a limited number of exhibit booth spaces and sponsorships available. Information packets were sent to the Chamber membership's main representatives. If you did not receive a packet, please click here for complete information or contact our office.

Please return your registration by August 15th to receive the early bird registration rate. Registrations will be accepted in the order they are received.

'State of the Region' to Feature Mayor of Danville, Chair of Pittsylvania Supervisors

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.

Labor and Employment Seminar Set for Oct. 6

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.

Meet Up Monday, Quizzo to Combine for Fun Networking in August

Join us at "Meet Up Monday" on August 10 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.. at 2 Witches Winery & Brewing Co. (209 Trade Street, Danville). Meet Up Monday is a networking event normally held on the first Monday of each month (but will be held on the second Monday in August) from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at 2 Witches Winery & Brewing Co. The networking event targets professionals who are in the early to mid-stages of their professional careers for social interaction, networking, idea exchanges, and fun, but all Chamber members are invited to attend.

Beginning in August, the event will also feature Quizzo. Join the group for 4 rounds of invigorating trivia. Kendall Marie and Brigid Belko will be your brainy hosts. Teams may have up to 4 people.

While there is no cost to attend (cash bar), reservations are requested and can be made online by clicking here, by calling 434-836-6990, or by emailing chamber@dpchamber.org.

Limited Number of Shrimp Fest Tickets Still Available for Purchase

There are a limited number of tickets still available for the 2015 Shrimp Fest. Tickets are available online at http://dpchamber.ticketleap.com/shrimpfest2015.

This year's Shrimp Fest will be held on Wednesday, September 9, at the Danville Community Market from 4:00 - 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with Danville Harvest Jubilee, tickets include all-you-can-eat shrimp (on premises), baked beans, cole slaw, beverages, and live entertainment by JB & The Get Down Brown's Band. You must be 21 years of age to attend, and IDs are required.

General admission tickets are $40 per person with a limit of six tickets per order.

Shrimp Fest tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. No phone orders will be accepted.

'Team Get Fit' Tip of the Week

Now that you're moving every 30 minutes or so, it's time to eat enough to sustain your focus and energy levels at work. Instead of eating only three times a day, try five smaller meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner and two snacks (mid-morning and afternoon). You'll maintain optimal efficiency during the workday and you'll avoid the miserable energy crash from getting too hungry.

P.S. You'll also eat less during those typical three meals a day.

(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.)

	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.
Click here for details.