This Week at the Chamber March 31, 2008
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- Mercer County Breakfast at the Conference Center at Mercer County Community College 4/1
- Food Safety Seminar: How to Curb Food Safety Risks and Maximize Business Relationships at the Hyatt Regency Philadelphia Penn’s Landing 4/2
- Marketing Roundtable: Reach Your Target Audience the Crown Plaza Hotel in Philadelphia 4/3
For more information on all upcoming events, visit the Chamber’s event calendar.
Volunteer at the Polls for the Primary March 28, 2008
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The Committee of Seventy needs nonpartisan volunteers in Philadelphia to help in its Election Day Oversight Program on April 22. Seventy assigns “citizen teams” to specific voting locations throughout the city to provide assistance to voters, document complaints and help solve Election Day problems. Volunteers may work just a few hours in the morning, afternoon or evening, or all day. Beforehand, training sessions are offered for all participants, and all volunteers receive formal identification for Election Day purposes.
To register online and to sign up for a volunteer training session, please go to www.seventy.org/volunteer or call Nina Bloch at 215-557-3600 ext. 124 or nbloch@seventy.org.
Career Day at McClure Elementary School! March 27, 2008
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Submitted by Mai-Linh Hoang, SilverFlame Communications
Young Professional Network members participated in McClure Elementary School’s career day Tuesday morning, as a kick-off to the start of PSSA testing week. YPN volunteers visited third and fourth graders to talk about their own careers and answer any questions the children had about choosing and getting the career they want. This day proved to be an enlightening day not only for the students, but for the YPN volunteers. Many of the students had aspirations to be scientists, doctors and artists and had many questions about what they needed to do to get there and what kind of schooling is required. Every experience at McClure is always a new one, filled with hope that these students, one day, will become great scientists and doctors. (more…)
YPN Discusses Philadelphia with Mayor Nutter March 26, 2008
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Submitted by Stephanie Gambone, Philadelphia Youth Network
On March 24, 2008 at St. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter spoke to Young Professionals Network members about city and regional issues. The Mayor highlighted his plans for education, crime prevention and economic development. He also answered questions regarding how we can all be instrumental in helping Philadelphia become the “Next Great City.” Michael Nutter “Unplugged” was YPN’s third sold out event in a row, which shows the success of YPN’s programming in recent months. We look forward to seeing members at the April event at the Art Museum and May’s signature event at the Pyramid Club. Stay tuned for further information.
Click here to view pictures of the event.
City Council Reception Pics! March 24, 2008
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Click here to view photos from the Chamber’s City Council Reception.
This Week at the Chamber March 24, 2008
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- Young Professionals Network Event with Michael Nutter “Unplugged” at Saint Joseph’s University today–SOLD OUT
- YPN Volunteer Event, Education and Career Day at McClure Elementary School 3/25
- Rethinking Philadelphia: Opportunity Within Reach at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel 3/27
- On Deck with the Phillies Reception at Citizens Bank Park 3/28 — SOLD OUT
For more information on all upcoming events, visit the Chamber’s event calendar.
Shattering the Glass Ceiling March 19, 2008
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Picture by Jim McWilliams Photography
Submitted by Rebecca Warburton, Organizer of the Paradigm Award Luncheon
The Paradigm Award Luncheon was an amazing event honoring an amazing woman. Nearly 800 business people, family members and friends joined in on the celebration honoring Deborah M. Fretz, President & CEO of Sunoco Logistics Partners L.P. In her inspiring acceptance speech, Debbie reflected on leadership in business and the community; the importance of goals and dreams; and the difference between what we know and what we don’t. Change what you don’t know and make better what you do.
We also honored eight exceptional women who are the recipients of this year’s Paradigm Scholarship for Working Women. These women are working full time while completing their undergraduate degrees – splitting their time between work, school, and family so that they can be paradigms of success for their children and others.
Lastly, the Philos Brass Quintet of the Curtis Institute of Music gave a wonderful performance – what a treat! And, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeastern Pennsylvania was recognized as the recipient of the Paradigm Award Gift.
To borrow from Debbie – it was sensational!
To view pictures of the event click here.
Upcoming Member Events March 14, 2008
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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.
- Meet the Artists presented by Cerulean Arts featuring Philadelphia artists Joshua Marsh and Sarah Steinwachs 3/16
- Six Steps to a Great Business in 2008 Workshop presented by ActionCOACH Philadelphia 3/18
- Smoking Cessation: The Purchaser Perspective – A Valuable Health Benefit presented by Pfizer 3/19 (contact Diane Orrei via phone: 888-516-2212 ext.6759 for more info)
- Red, White, Blue and Green: The Business of Going Green with Newt Gingrich presented by the National Constitution Center 3/20
- Corporate Breakfast Briefing on the Status of Children and Families presented by Public Citizens for Children & Youth 3/26
- Reinventing Older Communities: How Does Place Matter? presented by the Federal Reserve Babnk of Philadelphia 3/26/28
Members, post events, announcements, job opportunities and more on the member’s only bulletin board.
The 2008 Paradigm Award March 12, 2008
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In about an hour, the Chamber is going to be honoring Deborah M. Fretz, President & CEO of Sunoco Logistics, with the 2008 Paradigm Award, which is the region’s most prestigious award for businesswomen. This will all take place at the 16th Annual Paradigm Award Luncheon at the Crystal Tea Room in the Wanamaker building.
Also, the Paradigm Scholarship for Working Women will be given out to deserving women who are trying to complete college while working full time. Here’s more information the award and scholarship.
There’s a great article in the Inquirer about Ms. Fretz and all of her success. Check it out here.
Mayor Nutter and Chamber team up to identify 2,000 summer internships March 6, 2008
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On Monday, the Chamber held a press conference to launch our campaign to identify 2,000 paid internships for Philadelphia young people this summer. We’re encouraging all businesses throughout the 11-county region to either offer an internship at their workplace or to fund a position at a non-profit organization.
Mayor Nutter announced at the press conference that City Hall will provide 100 internships, funded from non-public sources. In addition, our Board chairman Joe Frick (who’s president and CEO of Independence Blue Cross) said his company will again provide 50 internships and also make a donation to fund 62 additional positions at non-profits.
With these announcements plus commitments from other employers, we already have 502 internships designated for this summer. Last summer, the Chamber’s efforts helped identify 1,049 positions, so you can see that we need your help to get to 2,000.
Young Professionals Network Goes Italian March 4, 2008
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Submitted by Allison Bean, AIG
YPN had pleasure of attending a monthly networking event on February 27, 2008 at Di Bruno Brothers on 17th and Chestnut Street. Bill Mignucci, Jr., President of Di Bruno Brothers, was the keynote speaker and focused his address on the rich history of Di Bruno Brothers, their strong commitment to the community and their exciting opportunities to grow in the future. Most notably, Di Bruno Brothers will be opening a store in the Comcast Tower in 2008; a great compliment to their popular Chestnut Street location and their flagship store at the original location in the Italian market. Also of note, the appetizers, pasta and carving stations were delicious and affirmed Di Bruno Brothers’ commitment to quality and taste.
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Chamber Partners with AT&T for NEW Discount Program March 3, 2008
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The Chamber and Benefits Services, Inc. are proud to announce the launch a new affinity program partnership with AT&T. This partnership provides the Chamber’s approximately 5,000 member companies special discounts on advanced wireless devices, accessories, and more for qualified members.
Some of the most valuable benefits of a Chamber membership can be those that help with day-to-day business operations. The Chamber partners with several prominent companies, in addition to AT&T, to offer our members savings and useful products and services. These products and services can result in dramatic reductions in expenses and an improved bottom line.
For more information, click here.
March Go Green Tips for Businesses March 3, 2008
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You can help to improve the overall impact that your business has on the environment, without too much effort. All it takes is the implementation of small changes on an individual level. Here are some ways you can help:
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If you change the margins to .75” on a Word document you can save a significant amount of paper.
- On Word screen, go to File, then Page Set Up. Click on Margins tab, and fill in desired setting. Click on Default button (on bottom of Margins tab). You’ll be offered “Do you want to change the default settings for the page set up? This change will affect all new documents based on the normal template.” Click YES.
- Keep a separate box by your trash for paper that can be recycled.
- Print double-sided whenever you can.
- Turn off the lights in your office or at your desk when leaving for the day.
