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SUMMARY:Startup Business Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to turn your business idea into reality? Introducing the Startup Business Series developed by the Business Diversity Initiative of the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce! Whether you’re just getting started or already launched\, this series is designed for YOU! \nJoin us for our first workshop\, “Business or Hobby?” on March 11th\, where we’ll help you navigate the crucial decision of whether to pursue your passion as a full-fledged business or keep it as a side gig. Let’s take those first steps together! \nDuring our next three sessions\, we’ll dive deep into the crucial elements of creating a solid business plan: \nBuilding Your Business Plan Part 1 – March 18\nDiscover what key components should be included in your business plan to set a strong foundation for success \nBuilding Your Business Plan Part 2 – March 25\nLearn about crafting effective marketing strategies\, operational plans\, and navigating county/city regulations to propel your business forward \nBuilding Your Business Plan Part 3 – April 8\nDelve into essential topics such as accounting\, financial projections\, funding strategies\, and securing business insurance to ensure your venture’s financial health and sustainability \nLet’s take your business to new heights together with these invaluable insights! \nThese sessions will be held from 9 – 11 am at the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S Main St\, Elkhart. Simultaneous Spanish Translation will be available. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but preregistration is requested. It is recommended that participants attend all four sessions\, but is not required. Please select which of the four events you want to attend. \nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/startup-business-series/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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SUMMARY:Member Celebration - LaCasa
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of Lacasa’s newest apartment complex. This will take place at 511 Division Street in Elkhart IN. Ribbon cutting will be at 4:00 pm followed by an open house. https://lacasainc.net/
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/member-celebration-lacasa/
LOCATION:Lacasa property on Division St\, 511 Division St\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240411T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240411T141500
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SUMMARY:Member Celebration - McKinnies Realty The Devoted Agents
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations to the team at McKinnies Realty – The Devoted Agents on their newest location in Elkhart at 1809 E Bristol Street. www.mckinniesrealty.com
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/member-celebration-mckinnies-realty-the-devoted-agents/
LOCATION:McKinnies Realty – The Devoted Agents\, 1809 E Bristol St\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber
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SUMMARY:Walnut Hills Early Childhood Center Trivia Night Fund Raiser
DESCRIPTION:Walnut Hills Early Childhood Center Trivia Night Fund Raiser – a project of the Elkhart Leadership Academy \nTickets are $35\, or $280 for a table \nProceeds will help build playgrounds for our students.  Visit http://www.walnuthillecc.org/home.html for more details and to register.\n \n 
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/walnut-hills-early-childhood-center-trivia-night-fund-raiser/
LOCATION:The Blue Teal\, 600 Maple Lane\, Wakarusa\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240416T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240416T190000
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SUMMARY:After Hours hosted by Potawatomi Zoo
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED. Thank you for your interest in the After Hours hosted by Potawatomi Zoo. \nCome see the Potawatomi Zoo After Hours in the new concession lodge and Andean bear habitat! \nExperience an animal ambassador while enjoying appetizers and drinks (one drink ticket\, cash bar after) and access to the Zoo after hours. This event will take place on April 16th\,  from 5 – 7 pm \nAfter Hours at Potawatomi Zoo is a free event\, but pre-registration is requested. \n  \nSee you there!
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/after-hours-hosted-by-potawatomi-zoo/
LOCATION:Trinity on Jackson\, 2715 E Jackson Blvd\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240417T090000
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SUMMARY:OSHA Breakfast - Fall Protection with 3M Demonstration Truck
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast begins at 7:30 am; Program begins at 8 am \nPresenter: Sampson Briggs\, Fall Protection Specialist – Indiana \n  \n \nThis event is open to all Greater Elkhart Chamber Members. Cancellations must be received at least 4 days prior to the meeting. Registration Deadline is Friday\, April 12 at noon.\nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/osha-breakfast-fall-protection/
LOCATION:Matterhorn Conference Center\, 2041 Cassopolis St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T130000
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SUMMARY:Speed Networking - Women's Council Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this fun\, fast-paced networking event! \nPresenting Sponsor \n \nRegistration Deadline is April 11\, 2024. All cancellations must be received four (4) days prior to the event for a full refund.\nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”. \nPlease list any dietary restrictions in the notes section of your registration
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/speed-networking-womens-council-luncheon/
LOCATION:Ivy Tech Community College\, 22531 CR 18\, Goshen\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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SUMMARY:Accident Prevention and Safety Conscious Supervision 4/25/24
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT!\nReducing Workers’ Compensation Costs Through Accident Prevention & Safety-Conscious Supervision  \nThis 5-hour Seminar is designed specifically for managers\, supervisors\, team leaders\, safety committees\, and anyone with a supervisory or leadership role in the workplace. The seminar fee includes handouts; key principles reference cards\, am breaks\, and lunch.  This seminar is a must for all levels of supervision in any organization that has an accident rate greater than zero.  Here’s what others have said about Safety-Conscious Supervision:” One of the best motivational seminars I have ever attended” … “Interesting\, Practical\, Not boring” … After attending several safety training sessions\, I felt this one was one of the best”.  This exciting\, thought provoking seminar will be taught by Ron Crook\, OSHA Council Co-Chair – Emeritus\, Certified Safety & Health Manager\, and safety professional with more than 25 years of experience in manufacturing environments.  \nHere are the keys each participant will take away to help their companies reduce accident rates and lower compensation costs: \n\n10 Key Components of an Effective Safety Program\nFour Safety Approaches to Avoid\nKey Safety Philosophies to Guide Your Efforts\nThe Supervisor’s Dilemma and How it Impacts Safety\nThe Effect of Supervisory Safety Attitudes\nThe 5 levels of Safety-Conscious Supervision & How to Move to a Higher Level\nSteps to Immediately Enhance Safety Effectiveness\nPreventing Unsafe Acts (At-Risk Behaviors) From Reoccurring\nThe Impact Safety Costs Have on Profitability\nEstablishing Safety Goals & Key Result Areas (KRAs)\nMaking Action Plans and Taking the Initiative\nThe Importance of Supervisory Safety Communications\nIdentifying Recognizable Hazards & OSHA Violations\n\n In addition to an enjoyable learning experience\, all seminar participants will receive a Certificate of Completion. \nRegistration deadline is  April 22. All cancellations must be received four (4) days prior to the event for a full refund.\nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/accident-prevention-and-safety-conscious-supervision-4-24/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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SUMMARY:Member Celebration - Ronald McDonald House of Charities of Michiana Big Balloon Build
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to kick off the first ever\, Big Balloon Build event for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Michiana. The event will take place at 4:30 pm at the RV Hall of Fame\, Northern Indiana Event Center located at 21565 Executive Parkway.  Join us for this larger than life immersive carnival made out of 125\,000 balloons! \nYou are invited to be part of one of the most unique experiences ever created in the Michiana area! The Big Balloon Build is coming to the Northern Indiana Event Center in Elkhart from April 25-28\, 2024. This is only the fifth time this incredible event has been held in the United States. Balloon artists from around the world will come to Michiana to create a life-size\, balloon experience all in support of our mission! For a full schedule of events please visit https://rmhcmichiana.org/events/big-balloon-build/  See you there!
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/member-celebration-ronald-mcdonald-house-of-charities-of-michiana-big-balloon-build/
LOCATION:RV MH Hall of Fame/Northern Indiana Event Center\, 21565 Executive Pkwy\, Elkhart
CATEGORIES:Chamber
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240430T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240430T110000
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SUMMARY:YP Service Project - 4/2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the YP Service Project on Tuesday\, April 30 at 8:30 AM (Note date and time change) \nWe will be partnering with Lacasa at their Roosevelt Center property located at 215 E Indiana Ave\, Elkhart \nAfter you register\, please use this link to complete the waiver.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/yp-service-project-4-2024/
LOCATION:Lacasa Property – Roosevelt Center\, 215 E Indiana Ave\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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