QUICK POLL: Workshops for the Annual Business Expo The Chamber is making plans for training opportunities at our Annual Business Expo in October. Help us plan the workshops that will grow your business. Take the Quick Poll >> eNews Advertising Opportunities If you're interested in getting your announcement or advertisement out to more than 2,300 Chamber email accounts, contact David Smith dsmith@bozemanchamber.com. Where Does the Time Go??? Franklin Covey Focus: Achieving Your Highest Priorities. Wednesday, May 27 8:30-4:30 The Chamber Center $250/person (includes Franklin Planner) or $220/person without a planner. Learn to be effective with any tool (PDA, desktop or laptop computer, paper planner or any combination of tools.) To register click here or call Betty Harmon at the Chamber at 586-5421. Refining Your Focus Thursday, May 28 8:30-11:30 AM The Chamber Center $59 / person The Chamber is also sponsoring a 3-hour refresh/deeper-dive of the "Focus: Achieving Your Highest Priorities" Time Management training course. To register call Betty at the Chamber, 586-5421. Business After Hours May 28 5:30-7:30 p.m. Rockin TJ Ranch Catering will be provided by Zac's Montana Kitchen and beverages poured by the Zebra Lounge. Cost is $5 for members and $10 for general admission. Assistance for Business Clinic (ABC) Wednesday, June 3 Best Western GranTree Inn 1325 N. 7th Ave. 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. $40 members; $55 non-members A one-day workshop providing business owners up-to-date information on employment, tax laws, tax credits and MT BEAR Program will be held June 3 at the Best Western GranTree Inn. Whether you've just started your business, have increased responsibilities or have been in business for many years, there are always changes in federal and state laws. Register here. Lunch & Learn Factors in Successful Recruitment and Retention June 11 11:30-1:00 p.m. Leeanne McManus Cost: $15 members, $25 general admission Gain the tools to effectively prepare for recruitment selection, interviewing and screening, orienting and retaining quality, best-fit employees. This session will benefit anyone with hiring responsibilities. McManus is President of ikuw Solutions, Inc., a local professional and technical training company. She has over 15 years professional experience as a Human Resources/Accounting professional, holds a Master's degree in Organizational Management & Behavior and is Microsoft Certified Trainer. Higher Performance in a Lower Economy June 17 7:30-10:00 a.m. Comfort Inn $39 members, $49 general admission Patrick McGaughey, national consultant/business trainer presents this seminar. Addressing challenges when the economy tightens How to stay positive in a negative environment How a negative economic environment promotes creativity Helping managers and supervisors perform at a higher level How to include employees in the planning process "Circle the Wagons" with your team to support one another Adjust! Don't discount in tough economic times Focus on non-verbal skills to improve negotiating communication skills Learn non-verbal skills to improve negotiations Bring courage and enthusiasm back to your leadership team. To register call Betty Harmon at 586-5421. New Member Connection Tuesday, June 16 - Noon -1 p.m. The Chamber Center (N. 19th and Baxter Lane) Please RSVP to Karri Clark at 922-0446 by noon Monday, June 15. Seating is limited to first 25 (maximum of two representatives per business). Bring your business cards - there will be door prize drawings and lunch is provided. Operation Thank You June 8 - 11 Membership Services Committee members and other volunteers will be visiting local businesses during Operation Thank You the week of June 8. As a thank-you for being a Bozeman Chamber member, we will be presenting your business with a small gift of appreciation to say "thank you" for being a valued member. For volunteer sign up, please contact Membership Director, Karri Clark at 922-0446. Keep Your Profile Up-to-date Has your business address changed? Please log in to our Members Only Section and confirm your business information by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page. Questions please call Abby Turner at 586-5421. We recently began implementing changes in the Chamber’s web site. For security reasons, we are now requiring a username and password to register for events. Information was sent last week to every main and secondary contact in our database. If you have questions, please contact Abby Turner at 586-5421. Ribbon Cutting Members are encouraged to attend! Thursday, May 21 18 Miles to the Border 131 W. Main St. 4:00 p.m. Thursday, May 28 Montana Wine & Spirits 2063 W. Oak 4:00 p.m. Friday, May 29 Bridger Park (Downtown Parking Garage) 5:00 p.m. Save the dates: Bozeman Chamber Golf Outing August 14, 2009 Bridger Creek Golf Course Business Expo October 22, 2009 Best Western GranTree Inn Join the BACC's New Social Networking Groups! Now, the Chamber's offering even MORE opportunities to network! Visit our Social Networking page and join our LinkedIn and Facebook groups and make sure to follow staff on Twitter for special updates you won't see anywhere else. We can't wait to make more connections with our members! Follow BACCPresident, BACCInfo, BACCMembership and BACCPrograms on Twitter.