October 2014
1st Annual Shop Small Saturday in Brandon! Brandon has been accepted as a 2014 Neighborhood Champion for this great event!
How can I be a participating business? Commit to the following and you can be a featured business for Shop Small Saturday in Brandon! X
Must be open from at least 10am-2pm
X
Must offer customers something extra for stopping in (ie. % off purchase; hot chocolate)
If you can commit to the items above, please contact the chamber with your ‘special offer’ so we can include you on all of our free advertising such as on our website, facebook page and e-mails. For all participating businesses we would like to offer a $50 advertising opportunity to increase traffic to your location that day. See page 3 for details...
What’s Inside WELCOME to the Family! Did You Know? Local Chambers Cutting, Breaking & Mixing it Up! Legislative Forum Calendar of Events
Join Us!
The Christmas Lights Parade will take place
6th Annual Brandon Expo
at 6pm on Shop Small Saturday in Brandon!
SUPPORT BRANDON BUSINESSES!
BVHS Commons Saturday, November 8th 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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WELCOME to the Family! Trevor Thielke, Plains Commerce Bank Jojo’s Closet Holiday Gas Stop Full Circle Tattoo Karl’s TV Audio & Appliance
Did you KNOW? ...Did you know that every month
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“Networking at Noon?” What is “Networking at Noon” you ask? It is a chance to get together with fellow Chamber members to have lunch. There is no agenda or plan, just simply an opportunity to have lunch and get to know other business people. Where is it held? Here are the dates and places for upcoming “Networking @ Noon” Events: Tuesday, October 28th
Tailgator’s Grill and Bar Tuesday, November 18th
Pizza Ranch
October 2014
Local Chambers: The Rodney Dangerfield’s of History? By Chris Mead
8. Government organizations and nonprofit groups have proliferated, frequently with the At this time of election campaigns, many local support of chambers of commerce. It’s not hard chambers of commerce make news via candi- to get lost in these many-thicketed woods. date forums, endorsements, and more. But after the first Tuesday in November, the si9. Local chambers aren’t ideological. They lence returns. The U.S., however, would be often lean to the right on general economic and almost unrecognizable if the million acts of business issues, but when it comes to getting 7,000 local chambers could somehow be re- that bridge funded or a bond issue for a muchmoved from its past. Here are a few reasons needed school, they can veer to the left faster why we’ve forgotten what chambers have than a speeding politician. Not being easily done and continue to do: classified politically, chambers are not easily grasped by students of history. 1. They tend to avoid taking credit. As Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “There is no limit to 10. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, what can be accomplished if it doesn’t matter founded in 1912, is often seen as the leader of local chambers; in some ways it is, but there is who gets the credit.” no hierarchy or unified governing body in the 2. They don’t have overt power and so American chamber universe. Local chambers they must share credit for accomplishments are not “chapters” under the national chamber. with those who have the final say, even if the The U.S. Chamber, often involving the loose project was the chamber’s idea. This inability to federation of local chambers, has played a macontrol the whole thing makes poor news copy. jor role in American history. And so, too, have “The chamber was 40 percent responsible for thousands of local chambers, plugging away the new convention center” is a headline none with on policy, politics, and place-making since of us will ever see. the first one emerged in New York in 1768. 3. Individuals, not groups, capture our attention. Do we think about the 600,000 shivering French troops outside Moscow, or the short, charismatic man responsible for it, with his hand inside his vest?
11. Most chamber members are neither saints nor villains. They aren’t ashamed of profits but they want to help their community. Where’s the hot story in those intertwined goals?
4. Chambers, by design, start things and spin them off. Many festivals, transportation projects, and civic improvements began at chambers but went on to be managed by other groups. Years later, we forget where it all started.
12. Chambers of commerce depend to a significant extent on something you can’t touch. What is the “Atlanta spirit” or the “Spirit of St. Louis”? While we’ve toned down the boosterism of a century ago, chambers of commerce still rely on bonds among individuals within the chamber, and within the community, to make things better than they are. Whether it’s a “rah-rah” spirit or a buttoned-down, urban, noblesse oblige-inspired caring for the community, it can be very real.
5. “Rich boy makes good” or “rich boy does good” makes boring copy. Yet most chamber members aren’t rich. And sometimes these individuals, rich or poor, put their heads together and change their communities in fascinating ways.
13. Local chambers are “just local.” Where’s the sweep of history and the path of armies? Where’s the glamour of Main Street? What’s the glory in changing a street-sign ordinance? And yet, as Tip O’Neill said, “All politics is local.” Jerusalem, Florence, and Athens are local. From comparatively little places, big 7. “It was inevitable.” Of course if you put things can happen. influential people in 7,000 cities and towns together, for a dozen or more times a year for Chris Mead is senior vice president of the AsExec10, or 50 or 200 years, something’s going to sociation of Chamber of Commerce utives and author of The Magicians of Main happen. But the real question is, why do some chambers hit it out of the park, while others hit Street: America and its Chambers of Comthemselves on the head – sometimes repeated- merce, 1768-1945. ly? 6. The business of business people is business. Entrepreneurs are lionized for the way they line their wallets. We don’t usually think of their other lives, in which they may eclipse their business achievements.
6th Annual Brandon Valley Area Chamber of Commerce Saturday, November 8, 2014 Brandon Valley High School Commons 10:00 am — 3:00 pm
Elite Booth:
$500.00 (20’X10’ booth)
$250.00 (10’X10’ booth)
Be the first booth residents see as they walk through the doors! Your 20’X10’ or 10’X10’ booth will be front and center at the only doors attendees will be able to enter. One 20’ X10’ boot h OR Two 10’ X10’ bo ot hs available (10’X10’ booths will only be available if 20’X10’ is not sold).
Choice Booth:
$250.00 (20’X10’ booth)
$150.00 (10’X10’ booth)
Would you like to have first choice in where your booth is located? By choosing the Choice Booth option you will receive an e-mail sketching of all of the booth locations and will be able to choose your location. All regular booths will be assigned by the Chamber staff to booths left over after the Choice Booth holders have chosen. Multiple booths available.
Regular Booth:
$200.00 (20’X10’ booth)
$100.00 ( 10’X10’ booth)
If you would like electricity there will be a $25 fee. Electricity is NOT included in the Elite or Choice Booth Pricing. If you have any questions please call the Chamber at 605-582-7400. Deadline to reserve and pay for booth is Friday October 10th, provided space is available.
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Register online at BrandonValleyChamber.com OR fill out the registration below: ----------------------- ----------------------------------------------------
BRANDON EXPO BOOTH REGISTRATION Business Name Contact Name
Phone
Email Elite Double Booth ($500) Choice Double Booth ($250) Double Booth ($200)
Elite Single Booth ($250) Choice Single Booth ($150) Single Booth ($100)
Electricity ($25) Please send your registration and payment to: Brandon Valley Area Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 182 Brandon, SD 57005 Please make checks payable to BVACC Your spot is not guaranteed until your check is received!
O POPERATION E R A T I O N GRATITUDE GRATITUDE Halloween Wehrkamp Dentistry PresentsCandy our 2nd Annual Buy Back
We will pay $1 per pound (up to 5 pounds) for your UNOPENED Halloween Candy. We will pay $1 per pound (Up to 5 pounds) for your The Brandon Valley School District neither endorses nor sponsors the organization or activity represented in this document. The distribution of this material is provided as a community service.
UNOPENED Halloween Candy. Candy will be collected Must be accompanied by an adult.
Candy be bycollected (Must be will accompanied an adult.) Candy will be collected from 4:30 - 6:30 pm Thursday, November 1, 2012 at 117 E Holly Blvd. Brandon, Monday, November 3rd from 4PMSD - 6:30PM at 117 E. Holly Blvd.Brandon, SD
Prevent cavities, make some money, and give something sweet to our troops.
Draw a picture or write a letter for a soldier to be included in every care package. Candy will be donated to Operation Gratitude to be sent to our troops overseas.
T OUR CHECK OU K PAGE FACEBOO TES! FOR UPDA
Thank you for your Support last year! For more info call Jamie at 582-6522
PRESS WE BUILD SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIPS
THE MIGHTY CORSON ART PLAYERS Present
“Waiting for the Parade” A dramatic comedy
By John Murrell Fri. & Sat. Oct. 17 & 18—7:30 pm Sun. Oct. 19—2:30 pm Fri. & Sat. Oct. 24 & 25—7:30 pm Sun. Oct. 26—2:30 pm All Seats Reserved—Tickets $10 To order tickets call 605-582-2771 Or email your ticket order:
[email protected]
Corson Playhouse
25993 482nd Avenue, Corson, SD (Highway ll north of Brandon, I-90 exit 406, north to Corson) Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.
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October 2014
CUTTING, BREAKING & Mixing it Up! New Resident Welcome Bags go Green for 2015! (technically blue)
Ribbon Cutting Boen & Associates 10/1/14
Ribbon Cutting Anytime Fitness 10/6/14
Legislative Candidates Forum South Dakota District 10 & 25
Tuesday, October 28th * 6:30—8:00pm City Council Chambers * 308 Main St., Brandon Sponsored by: BVACC, Brandon Valley Challenger & Sunny Radio
GREAT ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY FOR 2015! Include your company logo and phone number on each of 1,000 reusable welcome bags to be hand delivered to new Brandon residents as well as distributed at the annual Brandon Expo in November 2015. Limit to six advertisers. Three available.
Annual Sponsor - $400.00
Shop Small Saturday Advertising Opportunity If you are able to commit to having your business open from The front of the November postcard will look something like at least 10am-2pm on Saturday, November 29th and offer a this with explanation to residents on how to win Brandon special to patrons we would like to offer a $50 advertising Bucks Gift Cards. opportunity to increase traffic to your location that day. What will $50 get me?
1 square on November Postcard (example right
Business and special offer listing on back of Postcard.
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Buy Brandon Logo stickers to give to participating residents the day of the event.
What's up with the Buy Brandon logos? For all businesses that participate, you will receive a roll of Buy Brandon logo stickers that you will give to residents that bring this card in the day of the event. What are the Buy Brandon stickers for? Residents will bring these cards with them as they shop that Saturday and you will give all that stop in your store 1 sticker to place over your business name. The number has not yet been decided as it will be dependent on the number of participating businesses but, for example, if someone gets 4 stickers, they can turn in their card for a chance to win a $50 Brandon Bucks gift card. If they get 8 (again for example) or more they can get in the drawing for a $100 Brandon Bucks gift card.
This is not just for retail businesses! Service and other businesses that are not typically open on Saturday's can help support their neighboring businesses by being open on Shop Small Saturday. One great example: First National Bank will be open from 10am-2pm and will have Santa in their lobby for families to stop by and visit.
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CALENDAR of Events November 2014
December 2014
4—Executive Committee—8:00am at the Chamber
2—Executive Committee—8:00am at the Chamber
5—Marketing Committee—8:00am at the Chamber
3—Marketing Committee—8:00am at the Chamber
8—6th Annual Brandon Expo—10:00am—3:00pm at the Brandon Valley High School Commons
4—Chamber Mixer—5:00-6:30pm at Oakridge Nursery 2217 S. Splitrock Blvd
12—Chamber Board—8:00am at the Chamber
10—Chamber Board—8:00am at the Chamber
13—Mega Mixer—5:00-6:30pm at Holiday Inn Express 1103 N Splitrock Blvd
16—Networking at Noon—12:00-1:00pm at Brandon Steakhouse 1308 Rushmore Dr.
18—Networking at Noon—12:00-1:00pm at Pizza Ranch 202 S. Splitrock Blvd.
16—Membership Committee—8:00am at the Chamber
19—Special Events—8:00am at the Chamber
18—Issues Management Committee—8:00am at the Chamber
20—Issues Management Committee—8:00am at the Chamber
24—Chamber Office Closed—Merry Christmas!
26—Membership Committee—8:00am at the Chamber
25—Chamber Office Closed—Merry Christmas!
17—Special Events—8:00am at the Chamber
27—Chamber Office Closed—Happy Thanksgiving! 29—1st Annual Shop Small Saturday—10:00am—7:00pm City of Brandon
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BVACC Board of Directors Chair, Tom Wullstein, Brandon Health Mart Pharmacy Vice Chair, Harry Buck, Town & Country Realtors Secretary/Treasurer, Sandy DeZeeuw, Marv’s Sanitary Service Past Chair, John Small, Sunny Radio Trevor Guthmiller, Bethany Meadows Kris Haase, Express Copy & Printing Aaron Hansen, Pizza Ranch of Brandon Diana Nelson, Eastern Farmers Cooperative Chrystal Rothenberger, First National Bank Joel Twedt, Grand Falls Casino
BVACC Staff Kim Cerwick, President/CEO Brandon Lane, Membership Account Executive
