Thanks For
a Job Well Done! 
This week, the Warner Robins Area Chamber and the Perry Area Chamber recently co-sponsored a Legislative Appreciation Reception at Middle Georgia Technical College to thank the Robins Region's Legislative Delegation for a job well done during the 2009 Legislative Session in Atlanta. Above, (l-r), Perry Area Chamber Chairman of Governmental Affairs Patrick Brown, Warner Robins Area Chamber Chairman Rick Drury, Rep. Buddy Harden, Rep. Tony Sellier, Rep. Willie Talton, Rep. Larry O'Neal, Sen. Ross Tolleson, Sen. Cecil Staton, and Perry Area Chamber Chairman Kim Sheridan.
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Industry of the Year
Nominees Announced
Around Town Magazines
Boeing Company
Chelsea Garden Apartments
Clean Control
Core Physical Therapy
Cox Communications
First Response Services, Inc.
Flint Energies
Frito-Lay, Inc.
Hodac
Houston County Association for Exceptional Citizens
Houston Healthcare
Houston Home Journal (Evans Newspapers)
Museum of Aviation Foundation
New York Life
Tetra-Tech
Warner Robins Air Logistics Center
Warner Robins Supply Company |
 First Annual
Robins Regional
Industry Appreciation Awards
A "Blue Ribbon" Panel of regional business, academic, and economic development leaders will select this year's recipients.
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Friday, June 12, 2009
12:00 noon
Warner Robins Conference Center
308 North Davis Drive
Warner Robins, GA RSVP by 5:00 pm
Monday, June 8, 2009
(No cancellations after
5:00 pm Mon. 6/8/09)
Sign up here!
Cost:
$30.00 Chamber members
$50.00 Non-Chamber members
$250.00 Table (seats 8)
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A Very Special Unveiling
of the Front Cover of
the 2010 AT&T Yellow Pages
You Will NOT Want to Miss This One!
It all takes place at our June 12
Robins Regional Business Forum
Industry Appreciation Awards Event |
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Our Next Big Thing!
Business After Hours
Great networking with your fellow Chamber members
in a relaxed, fun atmosphere!
Sponsored by:
700 Park Drive, Warner Robins
(intersection of South Davis Drive & Russell Parkway)
Thursday, June 11, 2009 - 5:30 to 7:00 pm
RSVP here by 5:00 pm, Tuesday, June 9
(no cancellations after 5:00 pm, Tues. 6/9)
$10.00 per person, Chamber members
$15.00 per person, late registration
(after 5:00 pm Tues. 6/9)
$20.00 per person, non-members
Welcome New Members!
Stop in and welcome them! Martin's Bar-B-Q - 1801 Watson Boulevard, Suite E, telephone (478) 952-7878. Opening soon! Richard Martin, owner and Pit Master at Martin's Bar-B-Q, is dedicated to maintaining and celebrating the time honored American tradition of slow smoked southern style bar-b-q.
Upcoming Chamber Events
For complete event information, including location, online reservations, and other details, click on each link or visit our website at
www.warner-robins.com
The 2009 Leadership Warner Robins Class
Will Host a Yard Sale for
Camp Wings -
A program of Heart of Georgia Hospice The 2009 Leadership Warner Robins Class is gathering donations from the community to host a yard sale fundraiser for Camp Wings - a fall camp hosted
by Heart of Georgia Hospice. Drop-Off Date at the Chamber
Tuesday, June 2nd from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm The class will be accepting items such as small furniture pieces, clothing in fair condition, electronics and other items. Yard Sale Date
WHEN: Saturday, June 13, 2009
TIME: 8:00 am to 12:00 noon
WHERE: Chamber parking lot (1228 Watson Blvd.) Heart of Georgia Hospice Inc. offers Camp Wings, a bereavement camp, to children ages 6-16 who have lost a loved one. This camp is designed to help children understand that they are not alone, and that their feelings of grief and loss are normal, with the help of a safe and supportive environment in which to express their feelings. This year’s program is scheduled to be held from November 6-8, 2009 at Camp Martha Johnston in Lizella, GA. The funds collected during the yard sale will help fund Camp Wings ’ operation costs as well as aide in the purchase of food and other items for the duration of the camp weekend. The mission of the 2009 Leadership WR class is to help Heart of Georgia Hospice meet these needs. Monetary donations are always appreciated and should be made out to Heart of Georgia Hospice/Camp Wings. Please mail any monetary donations to Brandie Thompson, 608 Amherst St., Kathleen, GA 31047. All donations are tax deductible! Donations may also be dropped off at the Chamber of Commerce at 1228 Watson Blvd. For more information about the yard sale, please call Dana Carpenter at 478.284.4569 or April Mouton at 478.922.8585.
June Small Business of the Month Award
to be presented to
McDonald's Horse Supply & Western
495 Georgia Highway 247, Bonaire
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at 10:00 am
Join us in celebration of their achievements and success!
RSVP here
| SCORE
Counselors to America's Small Businesses DID YOU KNOW?
The Warner Robins Area Chamber of Commerce is the official site in Houston County for SCORE? SCORE provides professional guidance and information to maximize the success of America's existing and emerging small businesses. SCORE is becoming a leading resource for business assistance in the Robins Region. It allows for: Face-to-Face Counseling
E-mail Counseling
Web Counseling
Seminars and Workshops
Community Outreach
Take Advantage of Our Experience and avoid Costly Mistakes! Thinking of starting your own business or need advice on an existing?
Please contact Barbara Shaheen -
our own certified SCORE counselor-
email
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And visit the SCORE website www.score.org
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Our Monthly
Regional Newsletter |
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BENEFIT OF THE WEEK
Chamber Committees-
Anyone Can Get Involved!
Governmental Affairs The Government Affairs Committee, Chaired by Shaw Blackmon, represents the Chamber membership by building and maintaining productive relationships between the Chamber and local, state and federal governments and their various agencies. This division promotes communications and constructive dialogue and speaks in support of or in opposition to legislation, regulations and programs that affect the Chamber membership. The committee also oversees the development of Legislative Issues for approval by the Chamber Board of Directors and integration into the Chamber’s Legislative Agenda. Responsibilities include verbal and written reports on the division’s activities.
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Community
CALENDAR
View the complete list of
Community Events online:
www.warner-robins.com
NEWS FOR OUR MEMBERS FROM OUR FRIENDS AT THE PERRY AREA CHAMBER The Governmental Affairs Committee
of the
Perry Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting an informative seminar for all those interested in learning the process and procedures of running a campaign. Thursday, June 4, 2009
5:30pm-8:30pm Secretary of State Karen Handel Perry Mayor James Worrall The Honorable Larry Walker Sarah Parker Scott
Campaign Coordinator Middle Georgia Technical College Auditorium
80 Cohen Walker Drive
Warner Robins, GA 31093 Students: $15 per person
General Public: $30 per person For More Information, Contact:
The Perry Area Chamber of Commerce Phone:  (478) 987-1234 |
Warner Robins Area
Chamber of Commerce
1228 Watson Boulevard
Warner Robins, GA 31093
478.922.8585
www.warner-robins.com 
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