Catchy subject lines
Chamber News & Views When you send an email to a friend or family member, chances are probably good that the email will get opened, read, and there will be…
We can’t do it without you!
Chamber News & Views I didn’t see it coming. I figured August is late in the summer. So, vacations are over, right? That would be incorrect. Our volunteers are making…
‘My dog ate my homework’
Chamber News & Views We make excuses every day, trying to explain away a multitude of sins: Why you were late for work; Why you didn’t show up at Big…
Can it get any hotter?
Chamber News & Views This summer has been one of the hottest I can remember since I moved here in 1996. People are doing anything and everything to cool off.…
Best, worst and next
Chamber News & Views Best practices: Those two words always send chills down my spine. It means I must write another report. I’m sure you’ve written those same reports —…
We’ll bring the giant scissors
CHAMBER NEWS & VIEWS I’m sure you remember that one warning your parents and teachers gave you growing up. Well, the first one I heard over and over was “Don’t…
We have garbage — lots of garbage
Chamber News & Views In an attempt at full disclosure, I admit this column is a repeat. I do promise to fix any typos and change a few words to…
Keep your pets safe on the 4th
Chamber news & views How are you going to spend July 4th? Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, fairs, concerts, baseball games and family get-togethers. But let’s…
You can be an associate member
Chamber News & Views Working Americans expect to retire at age 66, up from 63 in 2002 according to a 2018 Gallup poll. But most retirees don’t stay on the…
Membership has its privileges
Chamber News & Views Membership has its privileges. Remember that? American Express used that branding slogan from 1974 to 1987. I’ve now repurposed that branding for the chamber. Joining the…
