If you've discovered one thing about the Valpo Chamber, you know there's no other organization offering the variety, quality, and frequency of networking, planning, educational workshops and special events! From monthly percolator member meetings to public policy forums, you're in touch, informed, involved and an integral part of Valparaiso's business community. Discover your next opportunity at a Chamber event!
A.M. VALPO (Monthly)
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First Wednesday of each month
7 - 8 a.m.
Chocolate Cafe
57 Franklin, Valparaiso
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30 second introduction by all attendees
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One pre-selected business featured each month
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Improve your networking and speaking skills
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS (Monthly)
● Social mixers hosted by
members at their places of business
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Usually held between 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
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Make new contacts; follow-up to cultivate
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The more you participate, the more you know and
are known
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT/COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
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Instill heightened
personal commitment to community involvement
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Encourage
leadership and engagement within the community and Chamber
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Develop awareness
of the opportunities and challenges existing in the Valparaiso area
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Provide
opportunities for social and/or cultural enrichment activities
PERCOLATOR CLUB (Monthly, 2nd Thursday)
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Noon luncheon meeting for all members
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Speaker or special interest presentation for the local business community
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Quality time with fellow business professionals
BUSINESS EDUCATING BUSINESS (Five a year)
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Free, facilitated educational program
held at the Valpo Chamber
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"90 minutes of fast
paced, exciting exchange of best business practices"
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Open discussion
format where attendees exchange ideas and best business practices
PUBLIC POLICY FORUM (Monthly)
- First Friday of each month at 7:30 a.m., Valpo Chamber.
- Monitor and discuss public issues.
- Work with local, state, and federal governments to resolve problems and promote business.
LEGISLATIVE HOTLINE (Monthly, Jan-May)
- First and third Friday of each month from 7:30-8:00 a.m., Valpo Chamber
- Meet and talk with our state legislators and help shape the annual public policy agenda.
RIBBON CUTTINGS (Vary)
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Ceremony to celebrate grand openings or new
businesses in Valparaiso
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Meet new businesses
ANNUAL MEETING (Annual - January)
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Luncheon program to report accomplishments to
the membership and recognize committees
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Features the Mayor's
"State of the City" address
SALUTE TO LEADERSHIP DINNER (Annual - January)
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Historic "Changing of the Guard"
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Tribute to outstanding
community leaders: Distinguished Community Leader Award and Legacy of
Service Award
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Recognition of outgoing
Valpo Chamber Board
FUNDAY GOLF OUTING (Annual - June)
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Held the 4th Monday in June
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Day of golf, relaxation, games, and fun
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Over 200 local business participants
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Sponsorship opportunities by contacting
Kurt Gillins at (219)
462-1105
COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT AWARDS (Annual - July)
● Luncheon program recognizing community businesses which have made improvements that enhance the quality of life and attractiveness of the city and show commitment to its future.
LU-WOW (Annual - August)
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A rooftop rendezvous held the 1st Friday in August on
top of the Porter County Parking Garage
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Casual party under the stars where members, spouses,
friends, and the community connect
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Live music, food, and dancing
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Sponsorship opportunities
by contacting Kurt Gillins
at (219) 462-1105
CHAMBER NETWORK NIGHT (Annual - October)
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The ultimate in county-wide business-to-business networking hosted by the
Porter County Chamber Coalition
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Held at the Porter County Expo Center
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Visit, exchange ideas,
and information
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Over 120 exhibitors;
700+ visitors annually
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Sponsorship
opportunities
by contacting Kurt Gillins
at (219) 462-1105