Upcoming Member Events November 30, 2007
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Every Friday, we post events put on by our member companies. If you’d like to see your event posted, email it to us with Member Event in the subject line.
- Bowl With the Birds VII Hosted by Jon Runyan at the Playdrome, Cherry Hill, NJ 12/7
- Celebration of Women Entrepreneurs hosted by the Empowerment Group SBA Women’s Business Center at PIDC (1441 Sansom in Philadelphia) 12/8
- Hispanic Leadership Luncheon – Homeland Security featuring Alfonso Martinez-Fonts, Assistant Secretary, U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security for Business Sector at the Union League in Philadelphia 12/12
Members, post events, announcements, job opportunities and more on the member’s only bulletin board.
Green and Renewable November 29, 2007
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There are two great events coming up on business and the environment. The first is Go Green to Save Green tomorrow at the Cira Centre, which will explore sustainable business practices. The second is the 13th Annual BABC Holiday Luncheon, which will focus on renewable energy and feature Adam Bruce, Chair of the British Wind Energy Association & UK CEO of Airtricity. Read more about the luncheon below.
Submitted by Ricardo Maldonado, British American Business Council
Chair of the British Wind Energy Association and UK CEO of Airtricity Adam Bruce will address the international business community in Philadelphia at the Holiday Luncheon of the British American Business Council (BABC) on Friday, December 7, 12 noon at the Racquet Club of Philadelphia. Mr. Bruce will discuss the future of renewable energy, “Following Carnegie: Joining Scotland and the USA in the Age of Renewables.”
During his visit to Philadelphia, Mr. Bruce will discuss how the political, macro-economic and business case for renewable energy has continued to grow and develop over the past years. Concerns surrounding security of energy supply have increased and the debate with respect to the reality of climate change and increasing average global temperatures has been effectively concluded. The result is an ever-increasing awareness and acceptance of the need for clean, sustainable and dependable sources of energy – in short, for Renewable Energy. (more…)
Investing in Early Literacy November 28, 2007
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Recently, the Chamber held the 4th Annual Read to Me Early Literacy Program, in which business executives read to Kindergarten and pre-K children at 20 Philadelphia public schools. One hundred and four CEOs and other high level executives read The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister to over 2,500 kids, and spent time hanging out in their classrooms. The program, sponsored by Bank of America, aimed to promote the importance of early childhood literacy and regularly reading aloud to young children. The program also includes professional development workshops for teachers and parents, and donations of 300 hardback books for each school.
Click here to see photos from the event.
Expanding Jobs, Saving Lives November 27, 2007
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Yesterday, Mark testified at City Hall on the proposed Fox Chase Cancer Center expansion project. The Chamber believes that the expansion will allow the prestigious and life-saving cancer center to remain competitive and bring 1,900 new jobs to the region. Here’s two articles from the Inquirer and Daily News about the expansion:
This Week at the Chamber November 26, 2007
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- Young Professionals Network Professional Development Seminar on Entrepreneurialism at the Chamber TONIGHT!
- Montgomery County Breakfast: Perspectives on a Game Plan for Growth at the JC Melrose Country Club in Cheltenham 11/27
- Go Green to Save Green: Sustainable Ideas for Every Business at the Hub Cira Centre 11/30
For more information on all upcoming events, visit the Chamber’s event calendar.
Business Savvy: Make Internships Profitable November 20, 2007
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write a Business Savvy article for GtrPhilaBiz and share your wisdom with the regional business community. Simply chose a specific issue that affects business and present your solution. Email it to us at blog@greaterphilachamber.com.
Submitted By: Matthew S. Zinman, Executive Director & Founder, The Internship Institute
Take a hard look at your blind spots and you may begin to see what more and more employers now realize: that an internship program can yield high returns for any business willing to make the right investment.
The goal of an internship program is to create a “win-win” for businesses to manage programs as easily and as well as possible to make the internship experience rewarding, enriching and – yes – profitable.
Now let’s talk about your internship investment. Any business that hires college graduates or simply needs added staff resources can benefit from having interns. Here’s how: (more…)
Upcoming Member Events November 16, 2007
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Every Friday, we post events put on by our member companies. If you’d like to see your event posted, email it to us with Member Event in the subject line.
Members, post events, announcements, job opportunities and more on the member’s only bulletin board.
YPN at Adventure Aquarium: Networking with the Big Sharks November 14, 2007
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Submitted by Amy Gorman, Moshulu
The event last night at the brand new Currents Ballroom at the Adventure Aquarium was a huge success! I think it’s nice when the events take us out of our “comfort zone” and let our YPN members experience places they wouldn’t go on a regular basis. The weather was surprisingly warm and made it a great night to be on the Camden waterfront, with our ever-changing Center City skyline aglow across the Delaware. It was also informative to hear Kelly Johnston, the VP of Campbell’s Government Affairs department, discuss his views and goals for the city of Camden and overall economic impact for the city of Philadelphia. I’m already looking forward to the next YPN networking event in December – and I won’t forget my gift for the toy drive!! Click here for more pictures from the event.
Michael Nutter Wants You November 12, 2007
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As Michael Nutter made his way through the crowd of 400 business and community leaders at his first public address as mayor-elect and “Bad to the Bone” played in the background (perhaps a favorite from his days as DJ Mix-Master Mike?), you really couldn’t help but feel like big things are in store for the future of Philly. I got to go to the Committee of Seventy’s The Next Mayor Speaks breakfast the morning after the election (co-sponsored by the Chamber), and I can’t tell you how many times I heard comments like “I’ve lived in Philly for my whole life and have never been so excited for the future of this city,” or “I’m so proud to be a Philadelphian during this critical time.” The ballroom at the Bellevue was buzzing in a way that I seldom experience at an early-morning event.
This Week at the Chamber November 12, 2007
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- Young Professionals Network at Adventure Aquarium 11/13
- Disaster Recovery Roundtable at Morton’s Steakhouse in Center City 11/14
- VETWORK YOUR BUSINESS at Lockheed Martin in King of Prussia 11/15
- Marketing Your Non-Profit at the Chamber 11/16
For more information on all upcoming events, visit the Chamber’s event calendar.
The Chamber Rocks Out November 9, 2007
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Submitted by Leigh, Coordinator of Business After Hours
We had a great turnout at Wednesday’s Business After Hours! Click here to view photos of the event. The main floor of the Hard Rock Café was packed with members of the Chamber who enjoyed free food and drinks, while taking advantage of a phenomenal networking opportunity. During the event, Kara Dunn kicked off the new and improved Member Discount program, and we heard from the Chairman of the GPCC Ambassador Committee, Evan Segal. Every attendee walked away with a goodie bag, and we raffled off a Hard Rock Café leather jacket, a gift certificate, and an assortment of tickets — including a 76ers game, a performance of Caroline Rhea and Colin Quinn, and the Philadelphia Theatre Company’s current production of ‘Being Alive’! Thanks to everyone who contributed prizes, and to all of you who came — we hope to see you at our next Chamber networking event on December 5– Business Between Hours, at Smith & Wollensky!
Click through to read what Evan Segal of GE Real Estate has to say about the event. (more…)
Upcoming Member Events November 9, 2007
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Every Friday, we post events put on by our member companies. If you’d like to see your event posted, email it to us with Member Event in the subject line.
- Healthy Lifestyles University Featuring: Dr. Ian Smith, creator of the 50 Million Pound Challenge at Cheyney University. One Mile Walk Begins at 10 AM 11/10
- Do your phones work for you? Hosted Voice over IP Seminar & Demonstration at mindSHIFT Technologies in Levittown, PA. 11/14 and 11/21 (Contact Patrick OBrien 215-946-5877 EXT. 5116 or patrick.obrien@mindshift.com for more info)
- Protecting Confidential Information: Keeping Your Company OUT of the Headlines hosted by Jefferson Wells at the Chamber 11/14 (RSVP to Nicole Torres, 215-962-1849 or nicole.torres@jeffersonwells.com)
- Your International Marketing Plan: World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia Quarterly Briefing at Plymouth Country Club 11/15 (register online through “Event Calendar” at www.wtcphila.org)
- Exports. Your Gateway to Latin America at the Union League 11/15
Members, post events, announcements, job opportunities and more on the member’s only bulletin board.
The Next Mayor Speaks November 8, 2007
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Photos are up from The Next Mayor Speaks, an event hosted by the Committee of Seventy yesterday morning celebrating the mayoral election results. The traditional post-election breakfast featured Michael Nutter’s first public address as Mayor-Elect of Philadelphia.
Al Taubenberger also spoke, as well as Mark and Joe Frick, the Chairman of our board.
For more on the event, here’s a Fox 29 news clip, an inky article, and a post from The Next Mayor Blog.
Congratulations, Mike!
Let’s talk about education November 8, 2007
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Tune in to WURD 900 AM today at noon to hear Mark talk with new head of the School Reform Commission, Sandra Dungee-Glenn. On her weekly progam, School Days, they’ll chat about the business community’s investment in education, the importance of workforce development for our region, and how the Chamber’s connecting with Philadelphia youth through mentoring and internships. Call in with questions and comments!
Celebrating Small Biz: Excellence Awards November 6, 2007
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Submitted by Brynn Primavera, Programs & Events
Over 450 people flooded the Hyatt Regency last Thursday evening to honor eleven of the region’s finest businesses at the 25th Annual Excellence Awards celebration. As guests enjoyed the breathtaking view across the Delaware, winners shared their stories of hard work, success and ingenuity. QVC accepted the Chamber’s inaugural Visionary Award, a new award created in celebration of the event’s Silver Anniversary. This new award honors a small business that has grown to national recognition, but continues to support the regional small business community. The winners included new members and familiar faces including former YPN President, and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Steve Grandizio who attributed 40% of all his business to referrals he’s received through his involvement with the Chamber. The evening was filled with great networking, inspirational stories…and the highlight of the night… dessert served by Retailer of the Year Capogiro Gelato Artisans!
Click here to see photos of the event!
This Week at the Chamber November 5, 2007
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For more information on all upcoming events, visit the Chamber’s event calendar.
Upcoming Member Events November 2, 2007
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Every Friday, we post events put on by our member companies. If you’d like to see your event posted, email it to us with Member Event in the subject line.
- Protecting Confidential Information: Keeping Your Company OUT of the Headlines hosted by Jefferson Wells at the Chamber 11/14 (RSVP to Nicole Torres, 215-962-1849 or nicole.torres@jeffersonwells.com)
- Your International Marketing Plan: World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia Quarterly Briefing at Plymouth Country Club 11/15 (register online through “Event Calendar” at www.wtcphila.org)
- 55th Annual Harvest Ball to Benefit Albert Einstein Medical Center at the Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue 10/3 (for information, call 215-456-6172)
- BusinessRICH Workshop 11/8-11/9 (for more details or to register, call Stacy at 215-732-2230)
Members, post events, announcements, job opportunities and more on the member’s only bulletin board.
Job Openings November 1, 2007
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Periodically, GtrPhilaBiz posts job openings from our member companies. If you would like to submit a job for our next post, send it here.
Today, both of our listings come from Cenero, who needs:
Interested applicants should e-mail their resume to chenry@cenero.com or fax it to 610-344-7166.
