Resolutions circa 2016

Dear Friend ,   It's All About You Last week, I mentioned in passing that my daughter had shared a note that suggested that our resolutions for 2016 be focused outward. I am taking her wise advice and adding a splash of Chamber Joy!

Education, Legislation and Community Investment  In 2016, the Chamber resolves to provide you with additional opportunities to learn a tip or two that can help your business be more prosperous. We resolve to keep the lines of communications open with our county legislators during a year when the smallest vote could make the biggest difference. And we vow to provide you with joyous opportunities to spread your good company name over hill and dale.       Business Promotion and Networking Every chance we get we will be bragging about what a great benefit you provide to our visitors, shoppers, artists and people thinking about relocating to Franklin County. 2016 will be a year of knowing who you are and getting your name out there. Everybody loves a chance to network - meeting old friend, making new acquaintances and letting others know about the difference you can make. This year promises new hosts as well as new venues - come and check them out. Spreading the Good News In 2016 we will be bringing more education seminars, networking socials and community events to Enosburg, Swanton, Fairfax and beyond. Don't wait for us to call you, if you want to host an event - call us, we'll see you get a spot. In addition, we will be joining committees and attending important meetings in your neighborhood, looking for more ways to bring value to you - the member. Did I mention that I was excited? I'm excited! Did You Know? I told you about the live candle tradition on German Christmas trees last week. Did you also know that Firefighters were the highest paid profession in Germany during the months of November, December, and January?  Interestingly enough, after electricity was invented there was a drop off of seasonal German firefighters by 12,000%. Thanks, Aaron.

Please make a Chamber membership part of your success strategy. Join or Renew Today. And, thank you for your continued support of the Chamber in your community.

Dave Southwick