The Weekly
Thursday March 11, 2010

Chamber Calendar

How to do Business with Haywood Community College

March 18, 9 - 11 a.m.

HCC Student Center, First Floor

The Small Business Center of Haywood Community College at the Greater Haywood County Chamber of Commerce will partner to offer a free workshop for business owners who want to learn how to do business with the college. Representatives from the North Carolina Department of Administration will discuss how to navigate the interactive purchasing system. You will learn how to search for bids in your category, by department, or search for open bids or bid numbers. You will also explore Vendor Link and how to navigate E-Procurement. Business owners will also have the opportunity to meet HCC's purchasing staff and learn about any local policies that affect purchasing decisions. Call the Small Business Center at 627-4512 to preregister.

Ribbon Cutting: Coffee News

March 23, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

The Gateway Club

Celebrate the arrival of Coffee News in Haywood County NC.

Melange of the Mountains

A Culinary Gala, Showcasing WNC Restaurants and Vendors.

March 25, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

The Gateway Club

$35 Members, $40 Non-Member, $60 VIP Upgrade Ticket

Click Here to Purchase Your Ticket Today!

Event Sponsored By: Harrah's Cherokee Casino, WNC Magazine, 99.9 Kiss Country, AM 1400 THE PEAK and Rock 104.9.

The Chamber is in great need of 6ft & 8ft folding tables for the Mélange event. If you or you know of someone that would be willing to allow the Chamber to borrow these items please email admin@haywood-nc.com.

Issues & Eggs

"Economic Outlook"

Speaker: Mark Clasby, Haywood County EDC

April 7, 8 a.m.

The Gateway Club

$10 Members, $15 Non-Member, $5 to attend without breakfast

Click Here to Register Today.

Save the Date:

6th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament

July 22, 2010

The Maggie Valley Club

Sponsorship Opportunities are available. Please click HERE to view the exclusive members only Sponsorship Opportunities. Please contact the Chamber for additional information (828)456-3021 or chipps@haywood-nc.com.

economic Impacts of the Rockslide Study in progress

(Participants Needed)

As part of their continuing efforts to support the Appalachian Development Highway System (ADHS), the Appalachian Regional Commission is conducting a study to determine the Economic Impacts of the rockslides and road closures on I-40 and Corridor K (Rt. 64). 

The Chamber and the Appalachian Regional Commission are interested in speaking with chamber member businesses and organizations in the area to discuss the impact of the I-40 closure on business sales, employees, tourism, commute times, transportation shipping costs and other factors.  The ARC will be  conducting  telephone interviews with local businesses and organizations to solicit this information.  The interviews last approximately 15-20 minutes.  Any information provided would be aggregated; no business specific information would be made publicly available.  The purpose of the study is to determine the impact of the rockslides and resulting detours on jobs, sales, access to markets and transportation shipping costs.

Please email admin@haywood-nc.com if you are interested in participating in the study. Your feedback will be greatly appreciated.

The Green Initiative

 The Chamber has recently received a Community Pride Award from the Commission for a Clean County for the organization of a unique and brilliant "Green Initiative" program for our business members. The Chamber will accept the award during the CCC Awards Luncheon later this month.

The Chamber's pilot group of businesses has achieved their Going Green status and are on their way to achieving their Green Leaders Certification. These businesses have made great waves in the community by greening their business practices.

The Chamber is currently looking for member businesses to participate in the second session of Going Green beginning March 2010. If you would like to participate in the Chamber's Green Business Initiative please email CeCe Hipps chipps@haywood-nc.com or call (828)456-3021.

I-40 Travel Advisory

A rockslide has forced the closure of Interstate 40 near the North Carolina/Tennessee State line at exit 451. The last exit to detour off of I-40 Eastbound will be exit 435. According to the NC Department of Transportation, initial estimates indicate that it could take several months to clean up the site and restore traffic. The last exit available on I-40 Westbound will be exit 20 at U.S. 276 (Maggie Valley). Travelers heading to Haywood County (Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Lake Junaluska, Canton & Clyde) on I-40 from Asheville and points East are not affected, with exits 31,27,24 and 20 still accessible. Please Click HERE to view an updated travel alert and detour options.

Current Job Postings
 

VantagePointe Homes
VantagePointe Homes, Waynesville's brand new luxury apartment community, is looking for a superstar leasing agent to cover weekend hours. You must be extremely pro-active, outgoing, a warm greeter, and fell very comfortable talking to upscale clientele. The weekend leasing agent will work Saturday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., and cover other possible shifts when necessary. Pay scale is $10/hr. Leasing and/or sales background preferred. Please email your resume to leasing@vantagepointehomes.com.

Census 2010
The Census 2010 is recruiting for Census taker Work in Haywood County. The tests for census employment will be conducted in Waynesville weekly. Available jobs are well paying (11.50/hr), temporary, have flexible hours, and mileage reimbursement. Please call (866)861.2010 or visit www.2010censusjobs.gov for additional information. 

Indigo Salon
Licensed Massage Therapist, Manicurist and Hairstylist with clientele needed. Station rental. Indigo Salon, Call Caroline 828.246.8246.

Maggie Valley Club
New Spa Opportunity! Looking for a Highly Skilled Nail Tech. Call 828.246.5285 today.

The Chamber is now featuring local job postings and resumes from Chamber Member Businesses and former employees of Chamber Member Businesses. If you or your business have a position or resume you would like to post please email kmclean@haywood-nc.com and we will run it in a special section of the weekly.

Automatic Bank Draft Option Available

The Chamber is pleased to announce an automatic bank draft option for new and renewing members alike. This option will break membership dues into monthly or quarterly payments to simplify the payment process. Please contact the chamber 828.456.3021 for additional information.

Exclusive Member Advertising Opportunities

Membership with the Chamber provides you with multiple advertising opportunities that are exclusive to Chamber Members. The Following are currently available:

Please contact the Chamber office for any additional information or requests. Email kmclean@haywood-nc.com or call 828.456.3021.