
Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce David Ross and Andy Peterson spoke at the Duluth City Council meeting last evening in opposition to the administration's proposed utility fee increases. The councilor's listened and voted 7-2 against the increase. Your rates will remain the same for one year.

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
Basic Customer Service
Presented by: Amber Wick, Cold Fusion
The Professional Development Series is sponsored by the College of St. Scholastica - School of Business & Technology
Tid:den 16 september 2009 12:00
Plats:Chamber Conference Room

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce Monthly luncheon for Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce ambassadors
Tid:den 15 september 2009 12:00
Plats:Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
September 9th, 2009. 9:00am-11:30 am Location Zeitgeist Arts Bldg (Optional lunch at Zeitgeist Arts Café after the meeting)
Local groups and organizations in the Duluth/Superior area will be meeting to discuss the following:
• What each organizations’ mission is
• Where their organization stands currently on retaining y...oung professionals in the Duluth/Superior area
• How to communicate more effectively between organizations to keep these programs moving forward
Some of the organizations that will be attending are Fuse Duluth, DuSu and APEX.
This event is by invitation only. If you are interested and have not yet been invited please contact Breanne DeFoe at bdefoe@duluthchamber.com or 218.740.3758
Tid:den 9 september 2009 09:00
Plats:Zeitgeist Arts, LLC

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
The Downtown Duluth Renaissance
Presented by, Kristi Stokes - President of the Greater Downtown Council
Duluth's Downtown Waterfront has seen more than $200 million in development during the last few years. This investment comes on the heels of the creation of a Special Service District which has focused on creating a ...cleaner, safer and more welcoming central business district. Perceptions are changing and people are visiting downtown more often. Hear Kristi Stokes, president of the Greater Downtown Council, articulate what's going on behind the scenes.

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
Attend this member orientation to meet the staff and get the facts about how we can serve you and your business. During this session you will:
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Discuss how to get the most out of membership
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Get new ideas
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Meet and network with other Chamber members
Tid:den 3 september 2009 14:00
Plats:Chamber Conference Room

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
$25 for Chamber members; $35 for non Chamber members
This half day conference will provide six breakout sessions covering the following topics related to social networking. Here is a list of the six breakout sessions available throughout the conference:
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Social Networking 101 (Basic information about social ne...tworking)
If your eyes glaze over when you hear the words Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, this is the session for you. Get the basics on what these, and other popular sites, can do for you personally and professionally.
Presenters: Nicole Sandman ( Flint Interactive)
Jessica Stauber (WestmorelandFlint)
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Already Logged In? (Information for existing users)
You’ve created a profile and logged into your account. Now what? To get this answer, as well as tips to improve your efficacy and social networking etiquette, attend this session.
Presenter: Ted Koszuta (Nelson & Company) Click Here for Bio
3.
Exploit Next-Gen' Email & Blog Engines For Free Social Distribution Clout!
Email is a timeless and proven channel, the gift that keeps on giving. Prudent integration of email broadcaster software and free blogging platforms make for a powerful mix of potent social media fundamentals and traditional email-think. Join aimClear staff members for an inside look at how brands of all sizes integrate free email and social media marketing tools that rock both worlds. They'll also cover classic methods to leverage traditional PR content to fuel this classic multi-channel approach. Learn how to expand existing email lists to a greater social distribution network for fun and profit.
Presenter: Manny Rivas (aimClear) Click Here for Bio
4.
Marketing Your Organization Through Social Networking
Social networking activities are an enhancement to an organization’s existing marketing strategies. Attend this session to learn tips and tricks on how to best market your organization and create integrated marketing communications.
Presenter: Ted Koszuta (Nelson & Company) Click Here for Bio
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Lab Session
You’ve learned about the different social networking tools and are ready to get started – now! Attend this session and learn how to create a profile on Facebook, LinkedIn and/or Twitter – take notes during the session or create your profile as we go! (This session is designed for hands-on learners.)
Presenter: Breanne DeFoe (Duluth Area Chamber of Commerece) Click Here for Bio
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Protecting Your Investment (Firewalls and Anti Viruses)
In today’s world, the identity theft market is bigger than drug trafficking. Spam, viruses and e-mail scams run rampant. Attend this session to learn how to protect your organization’s data and other assets.
Presenter: Wayne Aune (Citon Corporation) Click Here for Bio
Join us from 4:30-5:30pm for a vendor showcase where you can check out the latest and greatest technologies used for social networking. Vendors Include:
Nelson & Company, Inc.
WestmorelandFlint
Outcom Consulting
JSA GIServices
CW Technology
After Hours Computer Repair
Citon Corporation

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
Getting ~ and Staying ~ Organized
Presented by: Pat Spott - Attorney, Orman, Nord Spott & Hurd
Tid:den 21 augusti 2009 12:00
Plats:Duluth Area Chamber Of Commerce

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
Getting ~ and Staying ~ Organized
Presented by: Pat Spott - Attorney, Orman, Nord Spott & Hurd
Tid:den 21 augusti 2009 12:00
Plats:Duluth Area Chamber Of Commerce

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
Don’t miss the hottest summer party of the year! Hosted by Black Bear Casino Resort and sponsored by Dex Media, Vision Pro, Positive Attitude Development, Aflac, the Duluth News Tribune, Unicel, Calhoun Companies, and the Miller Hill Mall, this After Hours Plus, the premier networking event of the summer, is one that y...ou will not want to miss.
Connect with existing and potential business partners, as you explore Black Bear’s newly renovated Conference Center. As a special bonus, Black Bear is offering guests the chance to check out its overnight facilities at a discounted rate! To take advantage of this great offer, call Black Bear at 1-888-771-0777 and mention Duluth Chamber Event Group Block. Reservations will need to be made by August 6, 2009. Pack your business cards (and your bags!) and join us at Black Bear on Tuesday, August 18.

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
Held in conjunction with August's After Hours Plus, your $15 investment includes both the Speed Networking event and the After Hours Plus event.
SPEED Networking is an innovative, effective way to grow your network of business contacts through word of mouth marketing. Fashioned after Speed Dating, SPEED Networking allo...ws you to make more business contacts in one hour than most people make in six months.
Take advantage of this opportunity to network with other professionals, one on one, a few minutes at a time. Leave with a pocket full of business cards and many new business connections.
The Chamber's After Hours Plus networking event will follow directly after SPEED Networking.

Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
Special Summer Series
On Networking
Presented by: Amber Wick, Cold Fusion
The Professional Development Series is sponsored by the College of St. Scholastica - School of Business & Technology
Tid:den 12 augusti 2009 12:00
Plats:The College of St. Scholastica



























