january/february 2010 - the digital grapevine
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The Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce our new Digital Newsletter, the Digital Grapevine.TRANSCRIPT
2010 Premier Sponsors
January/February 2010DIGITAL GRAPEVINE
Chamber Event Healdsburg Green City Program
Business Trade Show March 3, 2010
Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce Going Green with Digital Newsletter
You have probably noticed that you’re reading our new newsletter format, the Digital Grapevine.
For the most part, our newsletter will have similar content styles to our previous format. You will still find our Business Calendar of Events, website statistics and m e m b e r s h i p renewals, as well as the Member Spotlights section for new members. We will also be unleashing some exciting new advertising opportunities and hope to reach more readers than we can with a traditional printed newsletter. The Digital Grapevine
will also print easily onto standard 8.5”x11” letter-sized paper if you prefer to read in a more traditional format. “In an attempt to streamline our office and Go Green by reducing
paper waste and staffing, our newsletter will be produced exclusively as a digital document.” Says Healdsburg Chamber President/CEO Craig Schmidt, “A digital newsletter is the best path for the Chamber to take. It helps decrease our members’ costs while maintaining the level of communications they
expect. We’re planning on some exciting new features that we will be rolling out in 2010.”
Newsletter Inserts will now be called ‘Hot Spots’ and will be reduced in size to help us keep our newsletter at a readable length. We can also link the “Hot Spot” back to the member’s website, where the reader can find more information about that promotion. To see some samples please browse to the end of The Grapevine.
“The Economy’s on the mend. Lead the trend.”
Trade Show 2010 is scheduled for Wednesday, March 3, 2010 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Villa Chanticleer. Each year over 600 people come to the Villa for this exciting marketplace of goods and services. It’s a great opportunity to make more than 600 business contacts in just a few hours, purchase items and/or services from other Trade Show vendors, enjoy fine food samplings and bid at our Silent Auction.
The funds raised by the Silent Auction support the marketing programs and materials of the Healdsburg Chamber, which, in turn, directly support the success of your business.
The Healdsburg Chamber is a registered 501(c)(6) non-profit organization, and all donations are deductible as a legitimate business expense. We thank you in advance for your consideration, and look forward to showcasing your products and services at Trade Show 2010. For more information please visit www.healdsburg.com/tradeshow
A digital newsletter is the best path for the Chamber to take. It help’s decrease our Members’ costs while maintaining the level of communications they expect.
- Craig Schmidt, President / CEO
www.healdsburg.com Serving Business Since 1907 www.healdsburg.biz
The Boards of Directors of all the major chambers of commerce, business and trade organizations within Sonoma County come together annually to honor their group’s businessperson of the year. Renee Mengali was selected by the Healdsburg Chamber for her contributions to our board of directors, Sonoma County Alliance and other community projects. Renee is the owner of Mengali Accountancy and is the Healdsburg Chamber’s 2010 Board of Directors Chairperson. Come to News at Noon to see our Board of Directors Installation & Awards Ceremony.
Recognizing Outgoing Board Directors
We cannot thank the following people enough for their years of hard work and dedication in making the Healdsburg Chamber an ongoing success; Lucy Lewand (Outgoing Chair), Dick Bertapelle, Mark Gladden, Vickie Norris, and Michael Skurtun. We salute you all and may you continue to excel in your future endeavors.Welcoming New Board Directors
Join us on January 13th to welcome Shelley Anderson, Nancy Beeken, George Diebold, Bob Fraser and Dan Maraviglia to the Healdsburg Chamber ofCommerce Board of Directors.
Guest Speaker: Michael Allen - District Director for state Senator Pat Wiggins
Michael Allen will be sharing his expert opinion on the state budget, legislation pertaining to the business community and his views on economic development and workforce development. Michael Allen is District Director for Pat Wiggins’ five regional offices that serve over 800,000 constituents in Napa, Solano, Mendocino, Humboldt, and Sonoma counties. Michael’s work in the community is just as extensive as his professional work. In 1992, Michael negotiated an innovative and ground breaking housing benefit for County Workers that has helped hundreds of North Bay families to realize their housing dreams. He also
was employed by the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors to recommend workforce housing
options for the County and possible public and private partnerships, as well as
several other accolades. Registration for News at Noon is now open.
You can download the form by clicking the sign-
up button at the top of this
article.
Chamber Event
News at Noon with Board Installation & Awards Ceremony - January 13, 2010
The 9th Annual Spirit of Sonoma County Award luncheon was held on December 4, 2009 and honors those who contribute to the economic development and enhancement of the communities in which they live and work through donations of their time and expertise in support of local business and in helping others.
Holiday Tree Recycling
Spirit of Sonoma
2009 Sonoma County Spirit Award Recipient Renee Mengali
Renee Mengali
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City of Healdsburg News - TREE RECYCLING
The Winter Holiday season has come and gone, but if you haven’t taken down your trees yet, make sure you follow these Tree Recycling Rules for proper disposal.
Holiday trees may be recycled in several ways. No matter which recycling method you choose, please remember to remove all decorations, lights and tinsel.
#1 - Treat the tree like you would any other yard waste. Cut it up and place it in your yard waste container to be picked up on your regular yard waste collection day.
#2 - Within the Healdsburg City Limits, you may take advantage of tree collection by placing your tree beside your yard waste container on your regular yard waste collection day during the weeks of January 4 - 22, 2010. Please do not bag the tree.
#3 - You may take up to 2 trees to the Healdsburg Corporation Yard at 550 Westside Road, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. December 26 through January 15. Please place the trees in the bins.
Economic Development Office
Entrepreneurial Pathways Program - Business Incubator
The Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce is offering exciting “members only” promotional opportunities that have exceptional benefits throughout the year of 2010. As we launch this new program, we look forward to creating a thriving partnership that will benefit both our sponsor and the business community. New opportunities will include; Annual Premier Sponsorships, Annual Supporting Sponsorships, News at Noon Business Sponsorships and more.
If you are interested in one of these exclusive opportunities or have any questions please contact Mary Ann Barr, Marketing and Events Director, [email protected], (707) 433-6935, fill out our 2010 Sponsorship Contract Form, or visit
w w w . h e a l d s b u r g . b i z /sponsor Healdsburg Nursery was the Chamber’s first ‘Centerpiece Sponsor’ for our News at Noon Luncheon on October 14, 2009 at the Healdsburg Golf Club. The luncheon’s Business Sponsor was Foss Creek Villas, LLC.
Chamber News
New Chamber Event Sponsorship Opportunities
A Call to ActionFor Entrepreneur Businesses, Mentors, Coaches and
Review Panel Members to Participate in the EPP.The goal of the EPP is to help create local jobs and stimulate economic development in the Healdsburg area.
Herb Liberman, Economic Development Coordinator for the Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications from businesses who want to participate in the EPP, as well as coaches, mentors, and members of the Review Panel.
The Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce is starting the Entrepreneurial Pathways Program (EPP) to support 1st and 2nd stage entrepreneurial companies in the Healdsburg area. The EPP functions as a virtual business incubator providing mentoring, coaching, technical assistance, education, networking opportunities, and assistance with obtaining investment funding to companies in industries and businesses suitable to the Healdsburg economic environment.Review Panel Members Needed:
The EPP is in need of a few members for the Review Panel
to review the applicants for the EPP and determine
if a business is worthy of participating in the program. The volunteer requirement will vary, but will probably be no more than two or
three hours per month. If you are interested
in being a Review Panel member, please contact Herb
Liberman via email at [email protected] . Please take a moment to look at the review panel confidentiality statement found on the www.healdsburg.biz/epp web site.Entrepreneurial Business Participation Process:
The application process and requirements to participate in the EPP can be found on the following web site: www.healdsburg.biz/epp . Please review the application process, answer the questions requested and submit a business plan if available. E-mail all documents to [email protected] . Your application will then be reviewed and you will be asked to meet with the Review Panel.
See “EPP” next column
EPP ...Mentors, Coaches and Technical Advisors Needed:
The EPP needs senior executive and business owners to volunteer and share their practical management experience with the start-up, early stage and 2nd stage entrepreneurial companies on how to manage and grow their businesses.Professional Volunteer Assistance
The EPP wants to develop an extensive roster of volunteers, to provide coaching and management assistance in all business aspects including legal, accounting, finance, real estate, permitting, product development, marketing, sales, operations and manufacturing.
If you are interested in being a mentor, coach or advisor in the EPP, please contact Herb Liberman, [email protected] or call (707) 318-3101. Mentoring and coaching will probably require no more than two to four hours per month. More information about Healdsburg’s new EPP can be found online at www.healdsburg.biz/EPP
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Government Review Council
Community Impact Report - CIR Update
After reviewing the recommendation of the Government Review Council, the Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted unanimously at their scheduled meeting on December 10, 2009 to oppose the proposed Community Impact Report as it is currently presented to the Healdsburg City Council.
The Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted alternatively to recommend that the City of Healdsburg investigate and define those significant economic and other impacts on the City of Healdsburg which
are imposed by development and the shifting demogra phics and
business climate of the City and which are not covered by the general plan and zoning ordinance, by the current development or entitlement process, including, but not limited to environmental impact reports, by other reports, or by development fees, in lieu fees, and tax assessments, etc, and prepare a report to be updated every five years that addresses those issues which would serve as an internal document and resource to allow the City to develop an over arching plan for addressing the concerns which are noted in the report, to the extent to which it is able to do so, and to assist in evaluating all new proposals under development. (sic)
The Chamber of Commerce offers its services, through its Economic Development office, to assist in that effort.
Chamber News
Mission, Values & Goals
We would like to start by Thanking the Healdsburg Fire Department and their crew for helping us make
our “soggy” Santa Saturday on December 12 a success! Everyone had a blast with games, face painting, music, arts and crafts, cookie decorating and more!
Even with all the fun that was had, the rain did manage to stop one feature of the festivities, horse-drawn carriage rides. It was simply not safe enough for horses on the paved city streets. After Santa’s arrival to the plaza, some members of the HFD heard that there weren’t going to be any carriages and offered
their time to give the scores of children rides around the plaza in one of the firetrucks for the afternoon.
It just goes to show you, Healdsburg Firefighters sure know how to save the day in more ways than one. We’ve never seen so many smiling faces in the rain. Thank you everyone for helping out!
Chamber Event
Santa Saturday - Healdsburg Fire Department Steps In!
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After surveying the membership, with a 25% response rate, the Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors established its goals for 2010 based on what our members said is most important to them.
The first is to create a strong, vibrant local economy. 2009 will not be known as one of our better business years, so it is no surprise that the economy was the number one priority. Through our partnership with the City, our Economic Development Coordinator, Herb Liberman, the Sonoma County Economic Development Board and the Sonoma County Workforce Investment Board, we are dedicated to helping local companies grow their businesses by taking the lead in programs and efforts that help grow our members businesses, the business community in general and make Healdsburg a great place to do business.
The next Goal is to provide networking and marketing opportunities that provide quality referrals to our member businesses. Our programs such as Business After Hours, News at Noon, the March Trade Show, the Shop Local campaign, Chamber Dollars and Sponsorship opportunities are developed to increase awareness and exposure of
See “GOALS” page 9
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The Healdsburg Chamber Dollars program is off to a great start! We’ve sold over $2,000 worth of Chamber Dollars, which means over $2,000 are going to be spent locally! It doesn’t cost anything for Member Businesses to participate, so if you have any questions about redeeming or spending them, please visit www.healdsburg.com/chamberdollars or call 433-6935.
Don’t forget to place your “Chamber Dollars Accepted Here” card in your window!
On Tuesday, January 19, from 2:30 to 7:00 p.m. at 601 Healdsburg Avenue, join the Healdsburg Fire Department and other departments around Sonoma, Lake and Mendocino counties as they
come together in friendly competition to collect lifesaving blood for patients in need during Blood Bank of the Redwoods’ 4th Annual Bucket Brigade. Participating fire departments will recruit community members, colleagues, friends and family to donate lifesaving blood in an effort to collect the most blood and win the Bucket Brigade Trophy. The competition will help blood inventory levels during the winter months, which are greatly effected by seasonal illnesses, weather conditions and family travels.INTERESTING FACT: The notion of Bucket Brigade originates from the Great London Fire of 1666, where lines of townpeople created ‘brigades’ and passed buckets of water from the town’s water source to the fires that threatened their community.
Shop Local Campaign
Fire Department Blood Drive Challenge
Chamber Dollars Keep it Local
4th Annual Bucket Brigade
Friday, February 5th, the 3rd Annual Healdsburg Wild Steelhead Festival will kick off with the Steelhead Gala Dinner held at Hotel Healdsburg, with dinner prepared by Charlie Palmers’ Dry Creek Kitchen. Special Guest Speaker this year will be Jim Lichatowich, author of ‘Salmon without Rivers’.
Saturday, February 6th, is the date for main event in the Plaza in Downtown Healdsburg, from 10am-4pm. This fun day under the tents has educational exhibits, a free trout pond for the young anglers to try their luck, a fly fishing demonstration pond with tips from the pros, fishing gear and boats, art for kids, cooking demos by John Ash and other local chefs, and a live steelhead display. There will be live music, wine tasting from Quivira, Truett-Hurst Vineyards, Camellia Cellars and more. Tasty treats from Chef Mateo Granados, Dry Creek Kitchen, Costeaux French Bakery and Vintage Valley Catering.
Sunday, February 7th, there will be fish themed cooking classes at the acclaimed Relish Culinary Center in Healdsburg. Or book a fishing trip to those secret spots with experienced guides.
For more information on the entire event, how to book your fishing excursion or cooking classes, please visit www.healdsburgsteelheadfest.orgWebsite Statistics
Chamber Sponsored Event
2010 Wild Steelhead FestivalFebruary 5, 6, & 7
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Chamber Member SpotlightsKOKOMO WINERY Wineries 4791 Dry Creek Road Healdsburg, CA 95448 Rebeca Lidz, Director of Administration and Hospitality
Located at scenic Timber Crest Farms, Kokomo Winery was started in 2004 with the production of a single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. They focus on Dry Creek, Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast fruit, with an emphasis non single vineyard wines that show a distinct terroir. They believe that their small production techniques and relationships with growers allows them to make wines that are as individual and unique as the vineyards they were born from. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Phone (707) 433-0200 [email protected] www.kokomowinery.com
WILL CHUBB PHOTOGRAPHY Photography P.O. Box 1914 Santa Rosa, CA 95402 Will Chubb, Owner
Will Chubb received his BA degree in advertising photography (with honors) from the prestigious art center college of design in Southern California. After graduation, he was employed by an ad agency in San Francisco for several years. He then moved to Sonoma County to specialize in photography for the wine industry. Will’s expertise is working with people and products to evoke an emotion to excite , sway or sell an idea, thought or product. Will states, “I am passionate about light. Lighting a scene either a product or person, enhances what is being said. Creating images with appeal is what keeps me passionate about my profession”. Phone (707) 579-9995 [email protected] www.willchubbphotography.com
MADE IN THE SHADE OF SONOMA & MARIN COUNTIES Window Coverings 219 Piper Street, #4 Healdsburg, CA 95448 Myra Rountree, Owner
Made in the Shade provides FREE in home consultation and estimates for window coverings– blinds, shades, shutters, and flooring. They offer Hunter Douglas, Graber and Shutter Smart in window coverings and Shaw flooring products in hardwood, laminate, tile, stone and carpeting. Tax credits are available for some energy efficient products and some rebates are available. Open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Phone (707) 395-0394 [email protected] www.madeintheshadesantarosa.com
REDWOOD EMPIRE DERMATOLOGY Health Care Services 301 East Street Healdsburg, CA 95448 Dale Westrom, MD, PhD
Redwood Empire Dermatology is pleased to provide medical, surgical, and cosmetic services to the Healdsburg community from our office at 301 East Street. Dale Westrom, MD, PhD, and Ashley Smith, MD are board certified dermatologists with a broad range of interests and skills in dermatology. Dr. Westrom is an Associate Clinical Professor of Dermatology at University of California San Francisco and has been named one of “the Best Doctors in America”. Dr. Smith has completed a fellowship in cosmetic dermatologic surgery and performs advanced cosmetic procedures. In addition to scheduled appointments they conduct a Walk-in Clinic on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 5 p.m. Open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone (707) 433-4239 [email protected] www.sonomaderm.com
SAVVY PRODUCTIONS & EVENTS Catering 1127 University Healdsburg, CA 95448 Kristine Bodily, Owner/Chef
Savvy Productions and Events will provide you services with event planning, weddings, and catering. A savvy affair is always sophisticated and offers a lasting impression. Their team assures that the coordination of all essentials of a wedding will make your dream a reality. They have the resources for the most beautiful places in Sonoma County. Their creative chefs strive to make a personable experience a lasting impression with the first bite. Savvy is known for creating and mastering everything from exotic cuisine to the traditional staple. The team of Savvy focuses on igniting bursts of flavor to satisfy every party goer! Open Monday through Sunday. Phone (707) 433-2689 [email protected]
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Membership RenewalsABC Towing, 1996
Acacia Exchange Services, Inc., 2006Alexander Valley Community Hall,
1997Alexander Valley Vineyards, 1988
Alexander Valley Winegrowers, 1998Alicia K. Mutch, NCTMB, Cht, 2004
Alliance Medical Center, 1992America’s Best Value Inn & Suites,
2007Ann Marie Fine Jewelry, 1997
AXIA Architects, 1998Bell’s Healdsburg Ambulance
Service, 1990Big “O” Tires, 2001
Burke’s Canoe Trips, 2003Calderwood Inn, 1988Camellia Cellars, 2000
Camellia Inn, 1982Cena Luna, 2004
Century 21/Les Ryan Healdsburg Realtors, 1986
Chateau Felice, 2000Wine Country Chevron, 2005
CPS-Healdsburg Creative Property Services, 2004
Del RioVino, 2006Delta Computing, 1991
Dutcher Crossing Winery, 2005Edward Jones Investments, Paul
Sullivan, 2000Empire Boat & RV Storage, 2008
Fern Grove Cottages, 1998Fowler Associates, 2005
Friends of Lake Sonoma, 2005Gallo Family Vineyards, Tasting
Room, 2002 Getaway Adventures/Wine Country
Bike Tours, 2007Groundwater Pump & Well, 1990
Grove Street Brokers, 1991Habitat for Humanity of Sonoma
County, 2007Hammerfriar, 2004
Healdsburg Golf Club, 1995Healdsburg Literary Guild, 1993
Healdsburg Shared Ministries, 1989John & Geraldine Holt, 1988
Hotel Healdsburg, 2000Hudson Street Design/Healdsburg
Lumber, 2005
Janet Doyle Accounting & Tax Service, 2005
Kendall-Jackson Tasting Room, 1991Knight’s Electric, Inc., 1995
L & M Motel, 1961Villaggio Dental, 1995Ledger Domaine, 1987
Lime Stone, 2005McConnell Chevrolet, Inc., 1991
Mike McGuire, 2006Mill Creek Vineyards, 1994
Mr. Moon’s, 1995Murphy-Goode, 1982Noble Designs, 1988
North Coast Bank, 1990Olive Leaf Eco Home & Garden, 2006Larry Orr, Full Spectrum Properties,
Inc., 2005Oui Cater, 1993
Our House, 2004Outlander Men’s Gear, 1998
Papapietro Perry Winery, 2005Passalacqua Winery, 2003
Passalacqua, Mazzoni & Gladden, et al, 1949
Pezzi King Vineyards, 1996Plaza Arts Center, 2003
Plaza Gourmet, 1986Prudential California Realty-Windsor
Office, 1984Redwood Moving & Storage, 1993
Restaurant Charcuterie, 1988The River Rose, 1993
River’s Edge Kayak & Canoe Trips 2005
RLA Sheet Metal, Inc., 1993W.C. Sanderson Ford, 1949
Sauers Properties, 1951Sbragia Family Vineyards, 2006
Sonic.Net, 2008Sonoma Orchid Inn, 2007
Sotheby’s International Realty, 2004The Special Event, 2000The Wine Shop, 2001
Thru The Grapevine, 2007Thumbprint Cellars, 2008
Toy B Ville, 2005Truett Hurst Winery, 2008Trust Winery, Ltd., 2006
Vintage Valley Catering, 2007Walter & Prince, LLP., 2000
Weinstein Security, Inc., 2007WestAmerica Bank, 1968
White Oak Vineyards & Winery, 2001
Ambassador’s Corner
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The Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce is privileged to have a group of dedicated and enthusiastic men and women committed to assist the Chamber with membership retention and development, goodwill and Chamber awareness in the community. Being an ambassador benefits the Chamber while giving the Ambassador and their business maximum visibility. Our goal for 2010 is to recruit enthusiastic Ambassadors and re-ignite the Healdsburg Chamber Ambassador Program.
The Ambassadors play a key role serving as and recruiting volunteers for the Chamber’s many fundraising and special event activities. They serve a very public role but also help with a myriad of “behind the scenes” activities that are critical to the success of Chamber programs.
We are also bringing back the Ambassador of the year award and the Ambassador Points system. This award will be based on attendance at meetings, involvement in functions and bringing in new Chamber members and Ambassadors. Jump right in by being a greeter at a mixer, volunteering at a Chamber event, and being present at ribbon cuttings all while helping promote Healdsburg!
Ambassadors are experts at mixing fun with work to produce tremendous results. If you think you fit the bill, please email Karen Roach, [email protected] and let her know that you want to be a Healdsburg Chamber Ambassador.
Business Calendar of Events - view thiscalendar online at www.healdsburg.biz/calendar
“Digital Grapevine” is a publication of the Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau217 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg CA 95448-4103 | (707) 433-6935 t | (707) 433-7562 f
Business Calendar of Events
January 2010
7 Economic Development Coalition Meeting 8 a.m., City Hall
7 Downtown Business District, 9 a.m., City Hall
7 Healdsburg Lodging Coalition Meeting 12:30 p.m., Barndiva
13 News at Noon, 11:45-1 p.m. Healdsburg Golf Club
14 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 7:30 a.m., Alliance Medical Center
20 Business After Hours, 5-7 p.m., Dr. Stanley Jacobs, 145 Foss Creek Circle, Healdsburg, 473-0220
27 Ambassadors Club Meeting, 4:00 p.m., Artiste Winery & Tasting Studio, 439 Healdsburg Avenue
February 2010
4 Economic Development Coalition Meeting 8 a.m., City Hall
4 Downtown Business District, 9 a.m., City Hall
4 Healdsburg Lodging Coalition Meeting 12:30 p.m., Barndiva
11 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting 7:30 a.m., Alliance Medical Center
17 Business After Hours, 5-7 p.m., Lavish Theaters, 440 Moore Lane, Healdsburg, 433-9199
23 Chamber 101 Workshop, 8-9:15 a.m., Chamber
2010 OFFICERSChair
Renee Mengali, Mengali AccountancyVice Chair
Bob Fraser, Redwood Moving & StorageChair-Elect
George Christie, Christie ConsultingTreasurer
Cindi Brown, North Coast BankImmediate Past Chair
Lucy Lewand, Camellia Inn/All Seasons
DIRECTORS Shelley Anderson, Midnight Sun
Nancy Beeken, Sonoma Living Green/PendragonGeorge Diebold, Healdsburg Floor Coverings
Jan Gianni, A.V. WinegrowersGenevieve Llerena, H.U.S.D.
Dan Maraviglia; Passalacqua, Mazzoni, Gladden, Lopez & Maraviglia LLPLarry Orr, Full Spectrum Properties
Gary Plass, City of HealdsburgGary Sumner, Coldwell Banker
CHAMBER STAFFCraig Schmidt, President/CEO
Nick Young, Visitor & Information Services Director
Karen Aubert-Roach, Operations & Member Services Director
Mary Ann Barr, Marketing & Events DirectorAnne Carter & Marsha Lynch,
Weekend Assistants
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTHerb Liberman, [email protected]
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GOALS ... our business members. They help connect decision makers for future collaboration and partnerships and provide an excellent resource for building your business.
The third Goal is to promote the community. Again, through our strong partnership with the City of Healdsburg, the Downtown Business District and the Healdsburg Lodging Coalition, we are the Destination Marketing organization for Healdsburg, supporting one of the most important economic sectors in our community, tourism. But we don’t just sell Healdsburg to the outside world. Through programs such as Shop Local and Chamber Dollars, we sell Healdsburg to our residents, stressing how important it is for the economic well-being of all to support their local business community.
Clearly one of the most important benefits of being a member of the Chamber is having an organization larger than your own single business representing you and advocating on your behalf. With over 600 members, we are the voice of business in Healdsburg. Our Government Review Committee looks at the issues that impact our members. Our relationships throughout the City, County and State put us in the middle of discussions on education, economic, workforce and tourism development. Hence our fourth Goal is to be the voice of business in the Healdsburg community and beyond.
Over the course of 2010, through our various communications, you will be introduced to programs and opportunities, all pertaining to these four goals. The Chamber is in business for your business. If you need assistance or have thoughts or comments, please feel free to give us a call. Complete results of the membership survey can be accessed at our web site www.healdsburg.biz/surveys
- Craig Schmidt
