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2 March
Update Newsletter
Annual Dinner & Awards Banquet
April 8, 2017
At the Red Barn at Outlook South Berwick, ME
Our Mission: Advance and promote the prosperity of its members and enhance the quality of life in the greater Rochester area.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE BENEFIT INFORMATION EVENTS UPDATE MEMBERSHIP UPDATE COMMITTEE NEWS MEMBER NEWS WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING CHAMBER LEADERSHIP CHAMBER CALENDAR
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MARCH 29, 2017 5:30pm—7:00pm 110 Grill 136 Marketplace Blvd Rochester, NH
Hosted by:
STATE of the CITY Breakfast Forum
Tuesday, March 21, 2017 Thank you to our Sponsor:
7:30AM-9:00AM Frisbie Community Education & Conference Center 11 Whitehall Road, Rochester
Cost to Attend the Forum: $20.00 Chamber Members $30.00 Non-Chamber Members SEATING IS LIMITED and on a first come, first serve basis. Preregistration is required. To register, please contact the Chamber office at 603-332-5080
UPDATE NEWSLETTER UNDERWRITTEN BY:
Membership Benefits 2
Provide a Testimonial!
Utilize Your Member Portal
If you haven’t yet activated your online portal, email
[email protected] and we will help you fully maximize this benefit. Once logged in, you will have access to many great features including: Securely Pay Invoices Committee Members can Businesses that provide a testimonial will have their Post Job Vacancies access Committee business logo and a photo of the person submitting the tesAccess & Download Documents timonial featured in an issue of the Chamber’s newsletter, included on the Chamber website and on Upcoming Event Forms Submit Member News & MetroCast Channel 12 for one month! Post Upcoming Community Press Releases Events Update Directory Listing Contact the Chamber or complete the attached form and Access & Download Information email to
[email protected]! Benefit Forms Members are invited to take advantage of this FREE benefit by telling us how the Chamber has helped your business!
Chamber Discount Cards Be Included in Many Publications Cards $5 Each! Valid through December 31, 2017!
Chamber Discount Cards are accepted at over 70 different participating member businesses offering you savings throughout the YEAR! Chamber Members can also promote their businesses by offering a discount to be included in the brochure. Create the promotion through logging into your Member Portal! To Order a card: Call the Chamber office at (603) 3325080 or visit www.rochesternh.org where a complete list of participants can also be found!
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony As a benefit of your Chamber membership, this public relations service is available to members only at no charge! A ribbon cutting ceremony is usually held when a business opens, moves, expands, is under new management, or celebrating an anniversary!
The Chamber publishes and distributes community information and publications, in both print and electronically. You won’t want to miss your business being included! Some of these publications include: Business Referral Directory Community Guide Demographic Profile Legislative Guide Northern Strafford County Street Maps Rochester Dining Guide Relocation Packages Rochester Special Events Guide
Committee Involvement
Members and their employees can get involved with Chamber committees which provide an opportunity to meet other businesses, increase business contacts, and be better involved in your community. Committees Include: Membership Development Ambassador Committee Public Relations Chamber Raffle& Bash Tree Lighting & Holiday Community Expo Parade Golf Committee Young Professionals Governmental Affairs Council
Upcoming Chamber Events
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2017 Scholarship Applications Available
The Chamber is pleased to be providing $500 Scholarship(s) to eligible high school students! Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who are employed by or have a parent employed by a company that is a member of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce. The scholarship will be paid directly to the attending institution in the student’s second year at a full-time college, university or technical school. Application deadline is March 31, 2017 See the attached scholarship application and guidelines!
Underwritten by:
At the Rochester Community Center
$100 each
EVENT DETAILS
Business & Community Expo Showcase Your Products and Services to the Local Business Community and the Public in a Trade Show Format. Booth Space: $150 Chamber Members • $200 NonMembers Booth Space includes 8’ space with 6’ draped table Watch your email and future newsletters for sponsorship opportunities and exhibitor information!
OR Harley-Davidson Motorcycle
$10,000 cash
See enclosed flyer for additional details! Call the Chamber Office now to reserve your lucky ticket number for the Chamber Raffle that will be taking place this summer. Tickets will be on sale next month.
Membership Update 4
Welcome New Members
The Board of Directors and Staff Welcome New Members! Non-Profit: Friends of the Rochester Public Library Peg Higgins 65 South Main Street Rochester, NH 03867 (603)332-1428 www.rpl.lib.nh.us
[email protected]
Retail Stores: The Paper Store Elizabeth Cameron 120 Marketplace Boulevard Rochester, NH 03867 (603)218-1787 www.thepaperstore.com
Writer by Default Ribbon Cutting 2/15
Member Renewals
The Board of Directors and Staff wish to thank the Members listed for renewing their Chamber investments! Access Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics—4 years Albany Engineered Composites, Inc.—12 years Allstar Electric, Inc.—6 years Back Bay Networks NH LLC—9 years City of Rochester—25+ years COAST—25+ years Columbus Avenue Freight House, Inc.—17 years Community Partners—25+ years D.F. Richard Energy—14 years Dynasty Chinese Restaurant—26 years Frisbie Memorial Physician Practice Services H J Grondin & Son, Inc. —6 years KFC—25+ years Liberty Mutual Group—20 years Mid-City Realty—6 years Motolina Lodge #18 IOOF—4 years Norman Vetter, Inc. —21 years Norway Plains Associates, Inc. Rochester Crossing-The Wilder Companies—6 years Rochester Grange #86—4 years Rochester Toyota—1 year RW Creteau Regional Tech Center—2 years Sherwin-Williams Co.—25+ years Spaulding Composites, Inc.—2 years Steele & Sons—19 years Strafford County Family Justice Center—4 years The Farmer's Kitchen —4 years Turner Liberty Insurance—5 years Tut's Trophies & Awards—11 years
Member Anniversary Recognitions The Paper Store Ribbon Cutting 2/23
The Chamber wants to recognize and thank the following members that have 5, 10, 15, 20 or 25 years of Chamber membership in March!
East Rochester Family Dentistry – 20 Years Granite Ford – 5 Years High Kicks Taekwon-Do - 5 Years Safran Aerospace Composites - 5 Years Those celebrating 10 or 25 years of membership are presented with a special Chamber anniversary plaque for their support. Those celebrating 20 years of membership are presented with a special anniversary plate for their continued support.
Committee News
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Membership Corner Membership Committee Special- Join Now and Save! Business that join the Chamber now until March 13 will receive several benefits FREE! Those who join during this time will receive: a
FREE promotional e-blast promoting their business to Chamber members a FREE enhanced website listing on the Chamber’s website for one year 2 complimentary Chamber Discount Cards $25.00 application fee will be waived
Savings valued at $225.00! Help your Chamber grow! Contact a non-member you know or call us with their contact information. Visit www.rochesternh.org to join online.
The next meeting of the Greater Rochester Young Professionals will be held on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 from 4:30 to 6:00 pm at the Revolution Taproom & Grill. The group will meet a different locations throughout the year where they will network, tour a few facilities during the year and hear from speakers on various topics. This year, the GRYP will spotlight a Young Professional on the Move each month. A Young Professional of the Year will also be established. Looking to have young professionals in your company become involved in this exciting group? Call the Chamber at 603-332-5080.
Governmental Affairs Update
The Chamber’s Governmental Affairs Council, chaired by Kathleen Lewis of Eversource, met this past month to set their Issues Agenda for 2017 and determine which bills before the state legislature that they will follow. Web pages have been set up on the Chamber website indicating the committee’s 2017 Issues Agenda and Legislative Update Report. The committee’s Issues Agenda can be found at www.rochesternh.org/pages/IssuesAgenda. A Legislative Update Report providing information on bills before the state legislature that the committee will follow during this legislative term has also been developed. To view these bills that provides links to the bill text, their various committees, and bill status, visit www.rochesternh.org/ pages/LegislativeUpdateReport. The Governmental Affairs Council wants to keep you informed of vacancies on various City boards and commissions. Should you have an interest, please visit the Issues Agenda page and click on City Boards and Commissions. This list will be updated each month. A new Legislative Guide to Local, Regional and State legislators was recently produced. This legislative resource guide can be found on the Chamber website at www.rochesternh.org/pages/LegislativeResourceGuide. If you are interested in becoming part of this committee, call Laura at 603-332-5080.
Member News 6 Adult Learning Center for Strafford County is offering Introductory QuickBooks, Pencil Drawing, Guitar, Digital Photo Organization and Organic Gardening classes. They are also offering a series of writing classes including a “Ready, Set, Write” workshop, “How to Write a Resume,” on 3/15, “How to Interview for a Job” on 3/22 and the “Grammar Workshop”. Preregistration is required. Call for dates and times. Visit www.doveradultlearning.org or call 603-742-1030. Bonney Staffing Center has immediate job openings in the following cities: Rochester, Dover, Brentwood, Barrington, Exeter, Portsmouth, and Kittery. Apply online or walk-in to their Portsmouth Office. For more information, please visit www.bonneystaffing.com. Bridging the Gaps presents It Takes a Village Community Talks on Addressing the Drug Crisis, Thursday March 16 6:00PM-8:30PM at the Rochester Opera House. Learn your role in youth drug prevention and more. Email
[email protected] for information. Club Victoire announces the first place National Poster winner. AMERICANISM's 1st Place National Poster Winner: Ava Lemelin (center) a 4th grader from Maple Street Magnet School, Rochester, NH. Presented by: Clarence Wyatt, Club Victoire's Veteran Representative, Craig Lemelin, Ava, and AMVET Post 1's 1st Vice, Kevin Tobin and Commander, Bob Baker. Read full article here or visit www.clubvictoire.com. The City of Rochester presents "Rochester Listens" on March 1, 2017 from 6:00pm-7:30pm. The intent of this event is to provide a time and place to facilitate community discussions, and collaborate on ways to continually improve our city. Please share this invitation with others. It will be held at the Frisbie Conference Center, Belknap Room at 11 Whitehall Road. Please RSVP to
[email protected]. In its meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 14, the Rochester City Council voted to authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment to the host community agreement with Waste Management of New Hampshire, Inc. The agreement covers services provided by the company's Turnkey Recycling and Environmental Enterprise (TREE) facility, located on Rochester Neck Road. For more information visit www.rochesternh.net. ConvenientMD Urgent Care is offering free flu shots. There are no appointments, just walk in and be seen quickly. Offices are open 7 days a week from 8am to 8pm. For locations & information, visit www.convenientmd.com. Cornerstone VNA presents Nine to Ninety-A film and discussion about what it takes to live, love and die with dignity and grace in the modern age. Tuesday, March 21 from 6:30 until 8:30 at the Portsmouth Public Library, 175 Parrott Ave, Portsmouth, NH. Free, RSVP to Ann Vennard / 603-332-1133 x109 or 800-691-1133. www.cornerstonevna.org/event/nine-to-ninety/ The Friends of the Rochester Public Library and the Rochester Museum of Fine Arts are planning a dual event, at the Rochester Public Library, on Saturday, April 8th from 1:30 to 3:30pm. The Friends will be hosting the first annual Dessert Competition “Sweet Art” and the museum will be honoring artist Daniel Anselmi, in the Carnegie Gallery, with a small reception. Call 603-332-1428 for information. The Governors Inn was chosen and listed by WMUR Viewer's Choice as one of the MOST ROMANTIC restaurants to go to in all of New Hampshire. The Mystery of the Murder of Nightmare on Rochester Street will run through April 1, 2017. Tickets are now on sale for $64 which includes a 5-course meal. For more information or to buy tickets, call 603-332-0107 or visit www.governorsinn.com. The Granite State Choral Society Upcoming Events include Carmina Burana on May 20 & 21 - For more information, call 603-332-3898 or visit www.gschoralsociety.org.
Great Bay Community College Business & Training Center is offering new training programs and professional development courses at the Rochester Campus. For information or list of these programs, email www.greatbay.edu. Independence Financial Advisors was the recipient of a Heritage Award presented by Rochester Main Street at the 10th Annual Meeting and 2016 Downtown Awards on February 1, 2017. The award was bestowed to IFA in recognition of renovations to its Rochester office, a historic downtown property, located at 59 South Main Street in Rochester. For more information, visit https://ifa-nh.com/ Northeast Credit Union has made three donations with help of the community. Zebra Crossings of Dover, NH received a donation of $1,936. For more information, call 603-335-1015 or visit www.necu.org. Northeast Credit Union announces promotion of two members of the senior leadership team. Andrea Pruna and Steve Giguere. For more information, please call 603-335-1015 or visit www.necu.org. One Voice of Strafford County is presenting a Business and Government Breakfast Forum on Friday, April 7 from 7:30am-9:00am. The forum centers around how businesses can impact exceptional Return on Investments (ROI) by creating substance free workplaces. For details or to register, please visit https://goo.gl/dXY9R4 Oxford Networks and Firstlight Fiber are combining operations. The Sovernet transaction is expected to close early in 2017, following the satisfaction of customary regulatory approvals, and will further increase the size and geographic footprint of FirstLight. Visit oxfordnetworks.com or www.firstlight.net. The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing is hosting an exhibit called Felting Takes Flight-An Artistic Expression through Wool during the month of March. The exhibit feature the fiber art of Kris Weyrick-Scott. An opening reception will be held Friday, March 3, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The public is invited and light refreshments will be served. For information, call 603-812-1488 or email
[email protected] Rochester Opera House Upcoming Events: March 2-On the Funny Side of the Street with Christine Lavin & Don White. March 4-NHPTV presents Ethan Bortnick, March 10-Spirit of Johnny Cash, March 11Motley Crue and KISS Tribute Concert, March 18-Tony Kenny’s Irish Celebration, March 25-Dance Northeast with Sole City Dance For more information, please visit www.rochesteroperahouse.com. The Children’s Dyslexia Centers at Seacoast Learning Center is presenting a Run to Read 5K on April 29, 2017. Runners and walkers of all ages will start and finish at the Rochester Ice Arena. Check-in is at 10am with a start time of 11am. The cost to participate is $20 if preregistered or $25 the day of the race. Register online at www.running4free.com. Service Credit Union employees once again joined forces with "New Hampshire Goes Red for Women Day" as part of National Wear Red Day on Friday, February 3rd to show their support for heart disease awareness. Read full article here or visit www.servicecu.org. SmartATI Construction was awarded #3 Business NH Magazine's 10 to Watch List. This is their second year appearing on the 10 to Watch List. The company says they are confident that 2017 is the year they will see exponential growth. For more information, call 603-330-3533 or visit www.smartati.com. The YMCA of Strafford County will present its "Campfires for Communities" Annual Social and Benefit Auction on Thursday, March 9, 2017 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at the Frisbie Memorial Hospital Conference Center in Rochester. For additional information, to register or showcase your business with an auction item, call 603-332-7334 or visit www.graniteymca.org.
What’s Been Happening at the Chamber
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Young Professionals Emily Pelletier-Liberty Mutual Group and Tori Martin-Yankee Thermal Imaging provide information on the Greater Rochester Young Professionals group.
Congratulations to Emily Dionne of Profile Bank on being the lucky $500 winner in the Chamber Showcase grand prize raffle, sponsored by D.F. Richard Energy. Check presented by Keith Newton, D.F. Richard Energy and Chamber Chairman Matt Beaulieu, Service Credit Union. MLC Catering offering some decadent desserts.
CHAMBER WELCOMES NEW STAFF MEMBERS Chamber Ambassadors Paul Gatehouse, Independence Financial Advisors, Melissa Lesniak-Keller Williams Coastal Realty and Diane DeVries, True Marketing Communications greet attendees
The Chamber welcomed two new full-time employees last month. Brittany Bartlett joins the Chamber as Member Services and Communications Coordinator, and Erin Cahill joins as Events Coordinator. Both began their positions at the Chamber in the beginning of February, and are excited to team up with Laura Ring, President/CEO as part of the Chamber staff. Brittany earned degrees in communications/journalism and sociology/criminal justice from Saint Joseph’s College of Maine. She comes to the Chamber from The Woodlands Club in Falmouth, Maine where she had been the Member Communications Specialist since 2014. Prior to that, she was a Guest Service Supervisor in Wells, Maine at the Hampton Inn and Suites for five years. She has also been a freelance copywriter since 2010.
Revolution Taproom & Grill providing some delicious hors d’oeuvres to Showcase attendees
Erin graduated from UNH with a degree in recreation management and policy. She started her career working for American Girl planning birthday parties and events. Following that role, she took a position for the town of Littleton, Massachusetts in 2009 for the Parks and Recreation department where she served as the program coordinator for 7.5 years. In that role she put together special events for the community. She was also the Aquatics director for the town’s lake facility.
2017
March 2017 Chamber Calendar
Chamber Leadership Officers
SUNDAY
Chairman of the Board Matthew Beaulieu Service Credit Union
MONDAY
TUESDAY
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Chairman-Elect Keith Newton D.F. Richard Energy Vice Chair, Governmental Affairs Kathleen Lewis Eversource Vice Chair, Membership Diane DeVries True Marketing Communications
Immediate Past Chairman Thomas “TJ” Jean The Gafney Home
Directors
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Tori Martin Yankee Thermal Imaging Derek Peters Kittery Point Construction Janet Oliver Unitil Sharla Rollins Federal Savings Bank Leslie Simpson Bank of New Hampshire Mark Zoeller Keller Williams Coastal Realty
Chamber Staff President/CEO Laura Ring Member Services & Communications Brittany Bartlett Events Coordinator Erin Cahill
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce 18 South Main Street Rochester, NH 03867 www.rochesternh.org (603)332-5080
SATURDAY
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St. Patrick’s Day
7:30 AM Governmental Affairs
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7:30AM Executive Board
24 7:30AM Board of Directors
4:30 Young Professionals Meeting
Paul Gatehouse Independence Financial Advisors, LLC
Michelle Landry Frisbie Memorial Hospital
FRIDAY
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5:30PM TriChamber Legislative Reception
Mark Farrell Laars Heating Systems Company
Alan Johnson MetroCast
7 4:00PM Banquet Committee Meeting
Troy Dillow Bernier Insurance, Inc.
Mike Hagan Hagan’s Motor Pool
THURSDAY
4:00PM Membership Committee Meeting
Vice Chair, Events & Fund Raisers Steve Cates Waste Management Treasurer Anne Brown Daystar, Inc.
WEDNESDAY
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5:30PM 110 Grill Business After Hours
SEE THE FLYERS TO REGISTER FOR EVENTS
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UPCOMING EVENTS
April 8 “Stars & Stripes” Annual Dinner Dance & Awards Banquet May 11 Business & Community Expo June 6 Annual Golf Tournament & Clambake August 11 Chamber Raffle Bash
Special Offer for Chamber Members & Employees!
Our Educational Programs provide: Phonetic Reading Instruction Developmentally Comprehensive Curriculum Convenient Before and After School Care Program
Weekly Arts, Music and Physical Education Classes Nurturing and Structured Daily Routine Family Values Instruction
Our programs serve children from the age of three to grade 12. From our full day Early Childhood Program to our unique High School opportunities, Tri-City Christian Academy may be the school for which you’ve been searching. Call TODAY 603.692.2093
Visit our website at www.tcca-nh.com
Serving families of all faiths from Age 3 through High School 150 West High Street • Somersworth, NH 03878 • (603) 692-2093 • www.tcca-nh.com
Special Offer for Chamber Members & Employees!
Tri-City Christian Academy Kindergarten • Elementary • High School Tri-City Christian Academy is offering significant tuition discounts to all Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce members and their employees. You can save up to 50% off regular tuition costs- depending upon child’s grade and space availability! This offer is for new families only.
Tri-City Christian Academy is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). We offer pre-kindergarten classes (starting at 3 years old) to grade 12, traditional mathematics, phonetic reading, and spelling / vocabulary is emphasized at all grade levels. We also offer a full slate of extra-curricular activities. Please call 603.692.2093 to tour our facilities! Tri-City Christian Academy serves families from all different economic backgrounds, and students with widely different ability levels. No student admission restrictions are made on the basis of race, sex, national origin, physical handicap, or religious creed.
150 West High Street Somersworth, NH 03878 (603) 692-2093
For more information, visit www.tcca-nh.com or call 603.692.2093
TRI-CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
You’re invited to attend the
WHEN:
Monday, March 13, 2017
TIME:
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
WHERE:
Frisbie Memorial Hospital Community Education and Conference Center 11 Whitehall Road Rochester, NH
~ 2017 ~
Legislative Reception Network with state, county and local officials, representing Dover, Rochester and Somersworth in a casual and relaxed setting. U N D E R W R I T T E N BY:
E VENT HOST:
REGISTER:
www.rochesternh.org/tri-chamberslegislativereception
Attendance is free. Advance registration is required. www.rochesternh.org/tri-chamberslegislativereception
STATE of the CITY Breakfast Forum
Tuesday, March 21, 2017 Fe at ur in g Cit y Of f icials
7:30AM-9:00AM Frisbie Community Education & Conference Center 11 Whitehall Road, Rochester Cost to Attend the Forum: $20.00 Chamber Members $30.00 Non-Chamber Members
SEATING IS LIMITED and on a first come, first serve basis. Preregistration is required. May or Caro lin e McCarley
To register, please contact the Chamber office at 603-332-5080 or email
[email protected]
Thank you to our Sponsor: Cit y Man ag e r Dan Fit zp at rick
Econ om ic De v e lop m e n t Man ag e r Karen Po llard
Are you a young professional between the ages of 21-35? Why not get involved in the Chamber!?
WHEN?
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
WHERE? Revolution Taproom & Grill 61 North Main Street, Rochester
from 4:30pm-6:30pm
Benefits of Becoming Involved:
WHY?
Sense of Community and Belonging Great Networking Opportunities Social Interactions Represent Company at Various Events Build Rapport with Potential Clients/Members in the Community
How to Get Involved:
Join a Chamber Committee Volunteer at an Event Attend Chamber Functions
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ____Yes, I am interested in attending the Greater Rochester Young Professional Networking Meeting. Contact(s): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Company Name: _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Email: _____________________________________________________ Return Form To:
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce 18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867 Phone: 603.332.5080 Fax: 603.332.5216 Email:
[email protected]
Phone: ________________________________________
www.Facebook.com/GRYPNH
After
Hours Hosted by:
Wednesday, MARCH 29, 2017 5:30-7:00PM
136 Marketplace Boulevard at The Ridge, (Route 11) Rochester, NH
Join the 110 Grill as they host a March Business After Hours! Meet the staff and learn more about the food offerings and facility offered. Hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar will be provided along with networking with fellow Chamber members!
RSVP by March 22, 2017 Online at: http://business.rochesternh.org/events/ details/110-grill-business-after-hours-2355
Or Return to: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce 18 South Main Street Rochester, NH 03867 Phone: (603) 332-5080 Fax: (603) 332-5216 Name(s)
Located at 110 Grill 136 Marketplace Blvd. at The Ridge in Rochester Networking, Refreshments and Raffles Prizes! Bring plenty of business cards!
___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Company ____________________________________
April 8, 2017 at the Red Barn at Outlook South Berwick, ME $60 per person • Black Tie Optional Social Hour 6:00-7:00 pm Dinner 7:30 pm Musical Entertainment by the Nate Therrien Trio Complimentary Photos provided by Tanya Lee Hervey Photography 6:00-6:45 pm Business Leader of the Year and Citizen of the Year Awards 7:00 pm
Co-Underwritten by
Annual Dinner & Awards Banquet CORPORATE CO-SPONSORS
$1,500 GRAND PRIZE RAFFLE SPONSOR
PROGRAM SPONSOR
SOCIAL HOUR SPONSOR
REGISTRATION SPONSOR
TECHNOLOGY SPONSOR DECORATION SPONSORS
AWARDS SPONSOR
ENTERTAINMENT SPONSORS
DESSERT SPONSORS Dessert provided by MLC Catering
Invitation designed by Holly Beaulieu of Holly’s Designs, and Diane DeVries of True Marketing Communications
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presents
Annual Dinner & Awards Banquet April 8, 2017 at 6 pm at the Red Barn at Outlook South Berwick, ME Co-Underwritten by
Underwritten by:
DATE/TIME/PLACE
Thursday, May 11, 2017 Rochester Community Center 150 Wakefield Street, Rochester
4:00-5:00pm Exhibitor to Exhibitor Show
5:00-7:00pm Doors Open to Public
EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES
Business/Community Exhibitor
Meet, discuss and showcase your products and services to the local business community and the general public
Exhibit in an 8’ space with a 6’ table. Exhibitor space includes 6’ draped table and chairs
Promotion on Chamber website prior to the event
Promotion in Community Expo program provided to attendees at the event
In addition to being able to conduct a raffle at your table to generate leads, you are invited to donate a door prize item that will be drawn as part of the program throughout the evening. See details below!
Additional requests may be subject to additional fees.
Cost to Exhibit: $150/booth Chamber Members & $200/booth non-Chamber Members
2017 COMMUNITY EXPO EXHIBITOR SIGN UP _____Yes, I would like to donate a door prize ____Please sign my business up as an Exhibitor
that will be drawn as part of the Community Expo Program throughout the evening!
_____ $150 Member _____$200 Non-Member ____Invoice Me
____Payment Enclosed
Item being donated: __________________________________ ___ I will drop the item off
___ Please pick the item up
Business:________________________________________________________ Contact Email:__________________________________________ Phone:__________________ Electricity Needed? ___Yes
____No
*Should you require special assistance, request must be received in writing prior to Friday, April 14, 2017. Complete and return to:
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce 18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867 Phone: 603-332-5080 Fax: 603-332-5216 Email:
[email protected]
Underwritten by:
THURSDAY, MAY 11, 2017 ROCHESTER COMMUNITY CENTER, 150 Wakefield St., Rochester 2017 COMMUNITY EXPO SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Corporate/Booth/Hospitality Sponsors
Cost: $500.00
This sponsorship level offers the following:
Business name & logo included on all promotion related to the event including flyers, posters, Chamber newsletter, event program, e-mail blasts, press releases and social media announcements.
Business name & logo on signage at the event. Complimentary exhibitor space at the event.
Grand Prize Raffle Sponsors
Cost: $500.00
This sponsorship level offers the following:
Business name & logo included on all promotion related to the event including flyers, posters, Chamber newsletter, event program, email blasts, press releases & social media announcements.
Business name & logo on signage at event Company representatives have the opportunity to draw the winning ticket at the event Complimentary exhibitor space at the event
Technology Sponsor
Cost: $300.00
This sponsorship level offers the following:
Business name & logo included on flyers, Chamber newsletter, event program, email blasts, & social media announcements
Business name & logo on signage at event Complimentary exhibitor space at the event
In addition to being able to conduct a raffle at your table to generate leads, ALL sponsor levels are invited to donate a door prize item that will be drawn as part of the program throughout the evening. See details below!
2017 Community Expo Sponsorship Sign-up Complete and return by February 24, 2017 to:
____Please sign my business up for the $500.00 Corporate Sponsorship ____Please sign my business up for the $500.00 Grand Prize Raffle Sponsorship ____Please sign my business up for the $500.00 Booth Sponsorship ____Please sign my business up for the $300.00 Technology Sponsorship
____Invoice Me
____Payment Enclosed
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce 18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH Phone: 603-332-5080 Fax: 603-332-5216 Email:
[email protected]
____Yes, I would like to donate a door prize as part of the Community Expo Program Raffle Item Being Donated: ____________________________________________________________ ____ I will drop the item off
Value: _____________________
_____ Please pick the item up
Business:________________________________________________________ Email Contact:________________________________________________________Phone:_______________________________________
*Should you require special assistance, request must be received in writing prior to Friday, April 14, 2017.
43rd Annual Golf Tournament & Clambake
Tuesday, June 6, 2017
Underwritten By
Rochester Country Club 9:00am Shotgun Start
SPONSORSHIP & PLAYER PACKAGE OPPORTUNITIES TYPE OF SPONSORSHIP
AMOUNT
AMOUNT
HOLE SPONSORSHIPS WITHOUT PASSPORT PKG
HOLE SPONSORSHIP/TEAM FOURSOME PACKAGE HOLE SPONSOR WITHOUT TEAM FOURSOME PACKAGE (SIGNAGE AT TEE, GREEN AND FAIRWAY) TEE, GREEN OR FAIRWAY SPONSOR
WITH PASSPORT PKG
$880 $350
$1020
$200
(SIGNAGE AT TEE, GREEN OR FAIRWAY)
PRIZE SPONSORSHIPS HOLE-IN-ONE SPONSORSHIP/FOURSOME PACKAGE HOLE-IN-ONE SPONSOR (WITHOUT FOURSOME) INDIVIDUAL PRIZE (PRO SHOP GIFT CERTIFICATE TO INDIVIDUAL) TEAM PRIZE (PRO SHOP GIFT CERTIFICATES TO EACH TEAM PLAYER) TOP TEAM PRIZE (MEN’S AND WOMEN’S TEAM)
$930 $400 $25 or $50 $80 or $100 $200 Each Team
$1070
CART SPONSORSHIP CART SPONSOR (BUSINESS NAME ON CART) $1,200 (signage on all carts), $600 (signage on half the carts) , or $400 (1/4 of the carts) BOX LUNCH SPONSORSHIP BUSINESS NAME/LOGO ON ALL BOX LUNCHES PROVIDED TO PLAYERS
GOLFER REGISTRATION
$1,500
PAYMENT INFORMATION
_____Please sign up for the foursome listed below (If more than 1 team, please use separate form) _____Please sign up the player(s) listed below
Check Enclosed Bill Me
Charge my Credit Card Exp. date
Credit Card #
MasterCard Visa Discover American Express
Indicate Meal Choice for Each:
PLAYER NAME
LUNCH __ Ham
__ Turkey
__ Veggie
DINNER: __ Lobster
__ Steak
__ Chicken
LUNCH __ Ham
PLAYER NAME
__ Turkey
DINNER: __ Lobster LUNCH __ Ham
PLAYER NAME
PLAYER NAME
__ Veggie
__ Steak
__ Chicken
__ Turkey
DINNER: __ Lobster
Signature
Please check your player/sponsor preferences below: Foursome/Hole Sponsor Package WITH PASSPORT
$880 or $1020
$ _________
Foursome/Hole-in-one Sponsor Package $930 or WITH PASSPORT $1070
$ _________
Hole-in-one Sponsor Only
$400
$ _________
Hole Sponsor Only
$350
$ _________
__ Veggie
__ Steak
__ Chicken
LUNCH __ Ham
__ Turkey
__ Veggie
DINNER: __ Lobster
__ Steak
__ Chicken
Prize Sponsor __$25 __$50 __$80 __$100 __$200
$ _________
Cart Sponsor __$1,200 (all) __$600(1/2) __$400 (1/4)
$ _________
Box Lunch Sponsor __$1,500 (all) __$500(3) Golf Players
COMPANY
# of Additional Guests for Dinner Only ____ PHONE
__ Lobster
__ Steak
___ Players @ $145 each
$ _________ $ _________
Golf Players with Passport Package—Includes: 15 raffle tickets, 2 Mulligans, Vegas hole, Danny’s Hole, and putting contest entry fees (Add’l $35/ player) ___ Players @ $180each
$ _________
# Dinner Only Guests ___Guests @ $45 each
$ _________
__ Chicken GRAND TOTAL
$ _________
RETURN FORM AND PAYMENT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO SECURE INCLUSION IN THE TOURNAMENT! GREATER ROCHESTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ∙ 18 SOUTH MAIN STREET, ROCHESTER ∙ WWW.ROCHESTERNH.ORG
SEE THE REVERSE SIDE FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!
Underwritten By
Tuesday, June 6, 2017 ∙ Rochester Country Club
2017 SPONSOR OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION FORM Box Lunch Sponsor- Receive the following promotion: NEW!!!!! Logo included on player’s boxed lunches Logo displayed on PowerPoint Presentation at event Business name will be announced at the awards dinner following the tournament Logo in the Golf Tournament programs, newsletter flyers and eblasts Recognition as sponsor on Chamber’s social media pages Business name listed on newsletter flyer following the tournament
Sign Me Up!
LUNCH BOX SPONSORSHIP Lunch Box Sponsor: or 3 Co-Sponsors:
Awards/Program Sponsor- Receive the following promotion: Logo displayed on PowerPoint Presentation at event Business name will be announced at the awards dinner following the tournament Logo in the Golf Tournament programs (Program sponsor receives ad on back page) Business logo listed on newsletter flyers and eblasts Recognition as sponsor on Chamber’s social media pages Business name listed on newsletter flyer following the tournament Golf Cart Sponsor- Receive the following promotion: Sign with business name attached to golf carts during entire tournament Logo displayed on PowerPoint Presentation at event Logo in the Golf Tournament programs, newsletter flyers and eblasts Recognition as sponsor on Chamber’s social media pages Business logo listed on newsletter flyer following the tournament
$1,500.00 $500.00
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AWARDS/PROGRAM SPONSORSHIP Awards Co-Sponsors: 2 @ $300.00
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Program Sponsor:
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$600.00
GOLF CART SPONSORSHIP Signage on all carts: Signage on 1/2 the carts: Signage on 1/4 the carts:
$1,200.00 $600.00 $400.00
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HOLE SPONSOR FEE
Hole Sponsors– Receive the following promotion: Signage with company name on course at the tee, on the green and in fairway Logo in Golf Tournament programs, newsletter flyer and eblasts Business name will be announced at the awards dinner following the tournament Business logo displayed on PowerPoint presentation at the tournament Business logo listed on newsletter flyer following the tournament
Sponsorship fee if sign up a foursome: $300.00
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Sponsorship fee without a foursome: $350.00
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Tee, Green or Fairway Sponsors—Receive the following promotion: Signage with company name at either the tee, on the green or in the fairway Listing in the Golf Tournament programs Business name displayed on PowerPoint presentation at the tournament Business name listed on newsletter flyer following the tournament
Tee/Green/Fairway Sponsor: $200.00
TEE, GREEN OR FAIRWAY SPONSOR
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TEAM/INDIVIDUAL PRIZE SPONSOR
Team/Individual Prize Sponsors– Receive the following promotion: Listing in the Golf Tournament programs Business name announced at the awards ceremony for winning players and teams Business name listed on the Chamber newsletter flyer following the tournament. Top Men and Women’s team prizes will be awarded
Individual Prize: $25-$50
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Team Prize: $80-$100
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Top Team Prize: $200 Each Team
Hole in One Sponsors—Receive the following promotion:
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HOLE IN ONE SPONSOR
Signage with company name on course at the tee Logo in the Golf Tournament programs, newsletter flyers and eblasts Business name announced at the awards dinner following the tournament Business name listed on newsletter flyer following the tournament.
Sponsor fee if signing up a foursome: $350.00
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Sponsor fee without a foursome:
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$400.00
Raffle and Auction Prize Sponsors– Provide a prize for the raffle drawing or auction and receive the following promotion: Business name announced during raffle drawing or live auction Listing in Golf Tournament programs Business name listed on the Chamber newsletter flyer following the tournament.
Provide a gift certificate, gift item, golf related item, rounds of golf, tickets for concert or sporting event, etc.
Goody Bag Sponsors provide a golf related item to be placed in the 150 goody bags given to tournament players receive the following promotion: The opportunity to showcase business name on the item included in the goody bag Listing in Golf Tournament programs Business name listed on the Chamber newsletter flyer following the tournament
Provide us with 150 golf balls, tees, markers, towels, or bag tags, etc. with your business name
RAFFLE PRIZE/AUCTION ITEM
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GOLF GOODY BAG ITEMS
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GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSOR SIGN-UP _____Please sign my business up as a Sponsor for the box checked above
Sponsor Fee $_____________
____Invoice
____Payment Enclosed
If providing Items for raffle, auction or goody bags, please list: ______________________________ ____________________________________________ Business
Phone
Contact _________________________________________________________ Email ________________________________________________________ Complete & return by April 15, 2016 to: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce ∙ 18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867 ∙ Fax: (603) 332-5216 ∙ E:
[email protected]
The Chamber wishes to thank the sponsors, attendees, donors and volunteers for all their support of the 11th Annual Chamber Showcase Business After Hours held on Thursday, February 23, 2017, hosted by the:
Rochester Elks #1393 295 Columbus Avenue, Rochester EVENT CO-SPONSORS:
$500 GRAND PRIZE RAFFLE SPONSOR
TECHNOLOGY SPONSOR
PROGRAM SPONSOR
The lucky winner was Emily Dionne of Profile Bank! Taste of the Chamber
110 Grill Domino’s Pizza MLC Catering Revolution Taproom & Grill Rochester Elks #1393 The Farmer’s Kitchen See reserve side to recognize additional sponsors, door prize donors and volunteers!
Information Table Sponsors
Decoration Sponsors
Media Partner
Door Prize Donors Bernier Insurance Compass Home Inspections, LLC D. F. Richard Energy Daystar, Inc. Federal Savings Bank Frisbie Memorial Hospital Frisbie Memorial Hospital Gift Shop Granite Steak & Grill Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Hervey’s Tire Co.
Keller Williams Coastal Realty-Lesniak Laars Heating System Motolina Lodge #18 IOOF Revolution Taproom and Grill Service Credit Union Stonewall Kitchen Tanya Lee Hervey Photography True Marketing Communications Unitil Yankee Thermal Imaging
2017 Chamber Showcase Volunteers Matt Beaulieu, Service Credit Union Anne Brown, Daystar, Inc. Kasilyn Carey, Bernier Insurance, Inc. Steve Cates, Waste Management Diane DeVries, True Marketing Communications Mark Farrell, Laars Heating Systems Company Zach Field, iHeart Media Dan Fitzpatrick, City of Rochester Gloria Gagnon, Bernier Insurance, Inc. Jim Gagnon, RCH Pavement Maintenance Paul Gatehouse, Independence Financial Advisors, LLC Gerry Gilbert, Profile Insurance Group Zach Hicks, Liberty Mutual Rod Jablonski, Premier Cruise and Travel Michelle Landry, Frisbie Memorial Hospital
Melissa Lesniak, Keller Williams Coastal Realty Jenn Marsh, Rochester Economic Development Tori Martin, Yankee Thermal Imaging Emily Pelletier, Liberty Mutual Group Derek Peters, Kittery Point Construction Steve Ring, Compass Home Inspections, LLC Sharla Rollins, Federal Savings Bank Norm Sanborn, Rochester Fire Department Kathy Sessler, Cornerstone VNA Leslie Simpson, Bank of New Hampshire Eric Stanley, Liberty Mutual Group Cheryl Thompson, Federal Savings Bank Jim Turmelle, Profile Insurance Group Mark Zoeller, Keller Williams Coastal Realty
Thank you to all the sponsors, attendees, donors and volunteers for their support of the Chamber!
