2012 Monthly Business Seminars

Seminars begin at 8:00 am and are free to current 2012-2013 Chamber Members, advance reservations are suggested - $10 fee for non-members. Coffee will be available.

Meet your Chamber Board members; learn the benefits of the Chamber, bring your business card and come early to register for door prizes. 2012-2013 Memberships can be paid at the door.

Seminars provide excellent networking opportunities and allow honest discussions about businesses and how to address issues.

Tuesday, March 13th | Location: Brown County Inn

“Energy Management"

Controlling the use and cost of electricity in the work place.

Presenters:
John Bain, Manager of Products and Services
Maura Giles, Manager of Cooperative Relations, South Central REMC

Tuesday, April 24th | Location: Willow Manor Senior Apartments, 1st floor community room

“So You Think You Want to Start A Business in Brown County”

Steps to follow and factors to consider when starting or modifying a business in Brown County.

Presenters:

Bob Everman, Ethereal Day Spa & Salon
Joan Wright, Project Manager Economic Development, former Director of Zoning and Planning

Tuesday, May 22nd | Location: Willow Manor Senior Apartments, 1st floor community room

“Credit - Getting It, Using It and Keeping It in the Current Economy | Tax Issues Affecting Small Businesses”

Presenters:
Glenda Carnes, Business Banking Officer, PNC Bank Nashville Branch
Regina Chadwick, Manager PNC Bank Nashville Branch
Chris Shugart, SBA representative Nashville

Tuesday, June 26th | Location: Willow Manor Senior Apartments, 1st floor community room

“Mold Remediation”

Things to look for and how to remedy the problems found after a flood or water leak.

Presenters:
Chris Wright, After Disaster LLC
Bob Everman, Ethereal Day Spa & Salon

Tuesday, July 24th | Location: Willow Manor Senior Apartments, 1st floor community room

“Marketing Ideas That Can Work In Brown County”

Presenters:
Debbie Dunbar & Tess Kean, Two Great Minds Marketing & Design
Cindy Steele, Our Brown County

Tuesday, August 28th | Location: Willow Manor Senior Apartments, 1st floor community room

“Maintaining High Quality Customer Service in an Entitled Society”

Expectations business owners have of their employees; attitudes of today's customers, how they are changing.

Presenters: tba

Tuesday, September 25th | Location: Willow Manor Senior Apartments, 1st floor community room

“Impact of the New Healthcare Law for Small Business Owners”

Updates on changes that have been implemented and a discussion of upcoming changes.

Presenters:
Kim Baxter, Hylant Group

Door prizes will be given out at each seminar. If you would like to donate a door prize, please let us know.