The Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation is now accepting applications for Leadership Wake Forest, a comprehensive program to engage, cultivate and motivate men and women interested in building a strong sustainable community.
Beginning in September, participants meet once a month for nine months to learn about Wake Forest’s history as well as current and future issues facing the town. Information is presented through panel discussions, on-site tours, hands-on activities, simulations, team discussions and Q&A sessions that provide a unique setting to meet local leaders. The program culminates with a group project that benefits the community.
“The program is appealing to long-time residents as well as those who have recently relocated to the area,” said Corey Hutcherson, vice president of community relations for the chamber. “It gives participants the opportunity to learn from community leaders and industry experts. At the same time, they make new friends and business contacts.” Participants meet for a day, once a month, from September through May, culminating in a class project.
Applicants with diverse backgrounds are sought from all sectors of the Wake Forest area. The cost to participate is $500 for chamber members and $600 for non-members. Some scholarships are available. For complete information, including the application, call Corey Hutcherson at 919-556-1519 or visit http://www.wakeforestchamberfoundation.org/leadership-wf.html.
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Members are invited to the chamber’s most popular networking event, Business After Hours, which this month will be at Coastal Credit Union from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 23. (The August & September Business After Hours will be held on the fourth Thursday of the month rather than the usual third Thursday of the month.)
Come and enjoy catering by The Mac House with desserts by Bakery La Dolce Vita. There will be a wine bar, tea and water available. Coastal is also providing great door prizes which include concert tickets to Brad Paisley on August 24th at Coastal Credit Union Music Park and a VIP Package for Wake Med Soccer Park. Don’t miss out on this event and remember to bring lots of business cards to make those connections!
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The presenting sponsor for this year’s business expo will be B&W Hardware. The 2018 Business Expo will be Tuesday, Sept. 11, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Richland Creek Community Church, and registration for chamber members is now open.
Standard and premium booths are available, as well as sponsorships which provide added benefits including additional marketing before, during and after the event.
The 2018 Business Expo will feature a First Responders Luncheon sponsored by Allstate-Thomas Walters before the event. We are honored to recognize our local heroes on this day. Following the luncheon, the exhibitor hall doors will open, and visitors will be able to browse 100 booths and attend educational seminars facilitated by Wake Tech.
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The chamber’s annual golf tournament is planned for Oct. 2, and there will be information soon about player registration and sponsorships.
