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January 26 , 2024 Newsletter
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Key Focus Areas for Businesses Navigating the 2024 Solar Eclipse
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In a few months, North America is set to witness a solar eclipse. This upcoming total eclipse is the final one for North America until March 30, 2033, and then it will only be visible in the state of Alaska. The next total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous United States will occur on August 23, 2044. Anticipation is high …
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Solar Eclipse Panel Discussion Presented by the Ellettsville Chamber
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The Ellettsville Chamber Solar Eclipse Panel achieved tremendous success. Our objective was to guide local businesses on preparing for the anticipated surge in visitors to Monroe County during the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 and the weekend before. Special thanks to our panelists for providing valuable tips and insights, and gratitude to everyone who participated in the event. …
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Information for Businesses
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Business Flyers to Aid in Managing the Surge of Visitors for the April 8 Solar Eclipse Event can be found on our Facebook page
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Flyers are provided by Monroe County Emergency Management
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The Indiana Small Business Development Center (Indiana SBDC) announced applications are open for the Indiana Technical Assistance Program (INTAP) through Feb. 25, 2024. This statewide initiative connects small businesses with critical professional assistance to complete growth and improvement projects.
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Through INTAP, eligible small businesses may apply to receive up to $15,000 in professional services from a qualified vendor to complete growth and improvement projects that require specialized assistance or technical expertise.
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CDFI Friendly Bloomington welcomes John Zody as Executive Director
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CDFI Friendly Bloomington (CFB), a financial services nonprofit supporting the Uplands region, has named a new Executive Director. John Zody, the former Director of Housing & Neighborhood Development for the City of Bloomington, began the role on January 16, 2024. Jane Kupersmith, who led the organization previously, has returned to the City of Bloomington to lead the Economic & Sustainable …
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Opening Soon: United Way Free Community Tax Services Sites in Brown, Monroe, and Owen counties
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Tax season is nearly here and United Way of South Central Indiana, along with community partners, will be hosting free in-person and online tax preparation as part of their 2024 Free Community Tax Service. Starting Monday, January 29th, IRS-certified volunteers will serve clients at nine in-person sites in Brown, Monroe, and Owen counties. Hoosiers making less than $60,000 annually can …
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Area 10 and RSVP would like to shine a light the contributions of an older volunteer in your organization!
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We are seeking nominations through February 12, 2024, for our next Volunteer Spotlight, which will run the first week of April. We put their picture in the paper with a short blurb about their volunteer service and your organization!
Nominees should be at least 55 years of age, reside in Owen or Monroe county, Indiana, and be willing to be honored in this way and have their picture taken.
Click here to nominate a volunteer
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Are you a Chamber member? Do you have a job to fill? Post it free on our job board and in our newsletter. Email information to Jill
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Smithville connects communities and enriches the lives of our customers At Home and At Work. To do that, we are always seeking the best innovators to join our team.Check out our open positions at smithville.com/careers to see if any of our positions align with your career goals. Don’t worry if you don’t see the right job, you can submit your resume through our Talent Community to be considered for future opportunities
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Featuring Kyle Squillace, Senior Industry Advisor Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Join us on Friday, February 9 at 11:45 a.m. for our Monthly Power Luncheon 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Our speaker will be Kyle Squillace, Senior Industry Advisor Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP)
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Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership – about, what/why/how we work, customer testimonials Areas we focus on – …
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Thank you to our Premium Partners who support the Chamber at the highest level
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Thank you to our Executive Partners!
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