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SUMMARY:Safety Conscious Supervision Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in this workshop. The class is now full.\nReducing Workers’ Compensation Costs Through\nAccident 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 key learnings 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. \nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/safety-conscious-supervision-workshop/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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SUMMARY:Black Business Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Elkhart Chamber Business Diversity Initiative is partnering with Elkhart Chapter Indiana Black Expo for its upcoming Michiana Black Business Networking event. This meet and greet networking event is free\, and all are welcome to attend. Please register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-businesses-networking-tickets-412916593647 \nSponsored by
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/black-business-networking-event/
LOCATION:National New York Central Railroad Museum\, 721 S Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221011T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20220329T121826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T201550Z
UID:23104-1665475200-1665594000@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:OSHA 10 Hour General Industry Training – 10/2022
DESCRIPTION:This 10 hour 2-day Course is designed to present detailed information on how the provisions of OSHA Act must be implemented in the workplace. The 10 Hour Workshop fee includes breakfast and lunch both days and your personal copy of Introduction to OSHA Student Handbook. \nUpon completion of the training\, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and a Department of Labor OSHA wallet size completion card.  Attendance is limited to 40 participants. \nCancellations must be received at least 4 working days prior to the first session 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/osha-10-hour-general-industry-training-10-2022/
LOCATION:Matterhorn Conference Center\, 2041 Cassopolis St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221019T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221019T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20220913T165843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T172936Z
UID:25059-1666164600-1666170000@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:OSHA Council Breakfast - Active Shooter Preparedness
DESCRIPTION:According to the Gun Violence Archive website\, in just the first three days of October\, there were 265 mass shootings\, 5 of those were in Indiana\, 57 others were in the adjoining states\, Michigan\, Ohio and Illinois.  As the number of shootings and shooters increase\, we need to keep up with the latest response tactics to help keep our work teams\, our families and ourselves safe.  Please join us as Sergeant Ted Bohner\, Indiana State Police\, shares the latest strategies and tactics developed by the Law Enforcement community to prepare for active shooter situations. \nBreakfast starts at 7:30 AM; program runs 8 to 9 AM \nPresenter: Sgt. Ted Bohner\, Indiana State Police \n\n\n\n\nAnnual Sponsors: \n\n\nSponsors: \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all Greater Elkhart Chamber Members. Cancellations must be received at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Registration Deadline is Friday\, October 14 at noon. Registration for this event is now closed. \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-council-breakfast-active-shooter/
LOCATION:Matterhorn Conference Center\, 2041 Cassopolis St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20221020T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20221020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20220811T150206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T174520Z
UID:24571-1666287000-1666299600@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Intrigue\, Inspire\, IGNITE Elkhart County – 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Intrigue\, Inspire\, IGNITE Elkhart County Dinner event is hosted by the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals’ Council\, designed to showcase how we can all work together to make Elkhart County an even more fantastic place to live\, work and play.  The evening will bring a great mix of speakers that will “ignite a flame” in the next generation of community leaders and world changers.  This year’s speakers will share a defining moment in their career(s) that shaped them both personally and professionally. In addition\, they will share tips and advice that will offer encouragement to young professionals. \nSpeakers include: Council President Arvis Dawson\, City of Elkhart; Pete McCown\, President of the Community Foundation of Elkhart County; Willie Brown\, Community Health Work/Outreach Manager of Heart City Health; Nathan Overbey\, Director & CEO of DAJ Pyramid Show; Liliana Quintero\, Executive Director of the Northern Indiana Hispanic Health Coalition; and DaVonne Kramer\, Founder of Regality\, Inc. \nThe evening will begin at with a cash bar at 5:30 pm\, and dinner will be served at 6. The program will begin at 6:45. \nCommunity Foundation of Elkhart County is the Ignite Sponsor\, and Spark Sponsors are Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau and Teachers Credit Union. \nAll 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/intrigue-inspire-ignite-elkhart-county-2022/
LOCATION:Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theatre\, 410 S Main St\, Elkhart\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221021T173000
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CREATED:20220823T142430Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Taste and Tour 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a great day visiting Hartland Winery and Tippy Creek Winery. Includes: Box Lunch on bus; Goodie bag\, Door Prizes & Wine Tastings at \nHartland Winery\, Ashley\, IN and\nTippy Creek Winery\, Leesburg\, IN  \nBus leaves the Chamber promptly at 11:15.\n \nHosted by the Women’s Council \nPresenting Sponsor:\n \nFood Sponsor \n \nLimited seating available. 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/wine-taste-and-tour-2022/
LOCATION:Hartland Winery & Tippy Creek Winery\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221027T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221027T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20220923T122108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T181224Z
UID:25141-1666890000-1666897200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Business After Hours Octoberfest - hosted by Senior1Care
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to network with friends\, new and old! Enjoy music\, door prizes and refreshments.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/business-after-hours-octoberfest-hosted-by-senior1care/
LOCATION:Our Place on Main\, 126 S Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221103T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221103T120000
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CREATED:20220927T134914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T174211Z
UID:25171-1667462400-1667476800@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Root Cause Analysis and Accident Investigation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Using Cause Mapping to identify better corrective actions \nRoot Cause Analysis – Take your 5-Why skills to the next level to find multiple causation\nAccident Investigation – Learn techniques to collect useful data for your root cause analysis\nCorrective Actions – Develop corrective actions that prevent injuries \nObjectives\nLearn how to develop and use a cause map/why tree to identify multiple causations\nLearn methods to improve accident investigations\nLearn how to properly develop corrective and preventive actions that address root causes \nPresenter: Jason Demeter\, CSP\, CIH \nAll 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/root-cause-analysis-and-accident-investigation-workshop/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221103T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221103T193000
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CREATED:20220822T180617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T171532Z
UID:24727-1667496600-1667503800@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:YP Cheers - Networking for a Good Cause
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Elkhart Young Professionals\, a group of dedicated professionals that promotes community involvement\, is hosting Cheers at The Corner Bar at Hotel Elkhart on November 3 at 5:30pm. This event is an opportunity for young professionals to come out and network for a good cause. We invite attendees to bring with them personal hygiene item(s)– that will be donated to Faith Mission of Michiana–and connect with people who care about making a difference in our community. So\, come out and join us for a night of fun and giving back!  Together\, we can make a difference in the lives of many. \nDonations needed: shampoo & conditioner\, bar soap\, disposable razors\, hygiene products for ladies\, and socks for men or women. \nPresenting Sponsor:\n \nYP Cheers is free and open to the public (21 and over)\, but please register. Limited space available. \nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets” \n 
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/yp-cheers-networking-for-a-good-cause/
LOCATION:Corner Bar at Hotel Elkhart\, 502 S Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221107T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221107T100000
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CREATED:20221024T131647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T124820Z
UID:25522-1667809800-1667815200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Your Marketing Plan in 9 Steps
DESCRIPTION:Marketing is critical to the success of any business\, but knowing where to start can be a challenge. For many\, marketing is viewed as nothing more than promotional activities when in reality there are crucial steps prior to buying the first ad or making the first social media post. This workshop introduces a nine-step process for creation of a comprehensive marketing plan. Participants learn the key aspects of every step in the process\, leaving the workshop with a solid foundation for developing an effective marketing plan for their business or organization. This session is issued at no cost thanks to the generous support of Flagstar Bank. \nSeating is limited. Register online: https://isbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/15938 \nHosted in partnership with ISBDC and the Business Diversity Initiative. \nView flyer here: Marketing in 9 steps \n 
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/your-marketing-plan-in-9-steps/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221110T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221110T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20220824T125629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T163907Z
UID:24751-1668101400-1668114000@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating Minority Business Excellence 2022
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Minority Business Excellence hosted by the Business Diversity Initiative \nThe Greater Elkhart Chamber’s Celebrating Minority Business Excellence dinner is to honor the hard work\, dedication and accomplishments of minority businesses in our community. The event also provides a platform for entrepreneurs to network with leaders within their industry and celebrate this year’s award recipients in communications\, community impact\, finance\, health\, nonprofit\, restaurant and service. Karrah Herring\, J.D.\, The State of Indiana’s Chief Equity\, Inclusion & Opportunity Officer\, is the event’s keynote speaker. Jose Rodriguez\, Administrative Director at RV/MH Hall of Fame and Northern Indiana Event Center\, will serve as emcee. It will be a night to remember. \nThis year’s event will be at the Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theatre on November 10 at 5:30 pm and dinner will be served at 6 pm. The program will begin at 6:45 pm.   \nPresenting Sponsor: \n \nAll 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” \nRegistration will close on Tuesday\, November 1 at 11:30 pm.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/celebrating-minority-business-excellence-2022/
LOCATION:Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theatre\, 410 S Main St\, Elkhart\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221116T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221116T090000
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CREATED:20221020T125339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T192901Z
UID:25485-1668583800-1668589200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:OSHA Council Breakfast - Creative Safety Training Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Reinvigorate your safety training!  If you’re not having fun teaching it\, your Team sure isn’t having fun learning it! \nJoin us for this month’s Chamber OSHA Breakfast event as Kevin Beswick\, President of RMS Safety\, shares some best practices for active learning and engaging your team members for more effective training.  He’ll include some creative demonstrations that can be used to get your team more actively involved in their training. \nBreakfast is at 7:30; program begins at 8. \n\n\n\n\nAnnual Sponsors: \n\n\nSponsors: \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n  \nThis event is open to all Greater Elkhart Chamber Members. In Person Registration for this event is now closed.\nAll 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/osha-council-breakfast-creative-safety-training-strategies/
LOCATION:Matterhorn Conference Center\, 2041 Cassopolis St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221117T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20220907T202306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T180337Z
UID:24956-1668684600-1668690000@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Our Chamber Member’s Favorite Things 2022
DESCRIPTION:The twelfth annual Chamber Members Favorite Things Luncheon is hosted by the Women’s Council. Invite a friend\, client or colleague. Enjoy a relaxing\, fun event and have the chance to WIN a Chamber Member’s Favorite Thing! (Gifts valued at $50 or more). \nPromote your company!\nFavorite Things can get your company exposure! Showcase your business by sponsoring a gift from among your products and services and having your “commercial” read at the event. If you are interested in participating as a gift sponsor\, click here and use this form or contact Kathy at kcardwell@elkhart.org. \nAll cancellations must be received four (4) days prior to the event for a full refund.  Registration closes at 2 pm on November 11.\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 \n 
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/our-chamber-members-favorite-things-2022/
LOCATION:Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theatre\, 410 S Main St\, Elkhart\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221117T171500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221117T191500
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20221026T124429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T124429Z
UID:25583-1668705300-1668712500@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Business After Hours hosted by Centier Bank
DESCRIPTION:Whether you work from home or on the job site\, come casual\, come lively\, come all! It’s free to attend the next After Hours hosted at Centier Bank in Downtown Elkhart. Refreshments. Networking. Giveaways.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/business-after-hours-hosted-by-centier-bank/
LOCATION:Centier Bank\, 100 S. Main St.\, Elkhart\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221209T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221209T093000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20221007T191939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T173753Z
UID:25264-1670572800-1670578200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Transportation Breakfast 2022
DESCRIPTION:Join the Chamber’s Transportation Council as we host the annual Transportation Breakfast on Friday\, December 9. \nThis year’s topic will be Alternative Fuel Vehicles and the Necessary Infrastructure\, with presenter Carl Lisek\, Executive Director of Drive Clean Indiana. \nDrive Clean Indiana is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization managed by Legacy Environmental Services\, Inc.\, an Indiana Certified Women’s Business Enterprise. Designated as the 71st Clean Cities coalition on June 15\, 1999\, Drive Clean Indiana is one of the U.S. Department of Energy’s nearly 100 Clean Cities coalitions. The organizations are designed to reduce petroleum consumption in the transportation sector. \nThe coalitions achieve this in a number of ways\, including the advancement of alternative fuels\, alternative fuel vehicles and sustainable vehicle technologies such as electric vehicles and their charging infrastructure. The efforts reduce the nation’s dependence on imported oil\, improve air quality\, support local jobs\, drive economic development and promote improved quality of life. \nThis event is open to the public. Registration deadline is December 2 \nSponsors for the event are Indiana Michigan Power; ITR Concession Company; Lochmueller Group\, LLC; Rieth-Riley Construction Company; and Surveying and Mapping LLC. \nAll 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/transportation-breakfast-2022/
LOCATION:Matterhorn Conference Center\, 2041 Cassopolis St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221221T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221221T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20221020T131557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T210140Z
UID:25488-1671607800-1671613200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:OSHA Council Breakfast - Simple Technology for Safety Inspections
DESCRIPTION:Simple Technology for Safety Inspections and Audits \nPlease join us on Wednesday\, December 21\, where Nick Banke\, from Viewrail\, will share a hands-on presentation on how to use simple technology solutions to make safety audits and inspections quicker\, more efficient and more accurate!  You’ll see how to: \n\nComplete safety & environmental inspections without generating paper\nUse Google Forms and QR codes to complete inspections more quickly and efficiently\nInvolve more team members with reporting near-misses or completing safety inspections\nReduce time to complete inspections and corrective actions with real-time results\nSee real examples:  forklift pre-use inspections\, eyewash inspections\, fire extinguisher\, and general plant safety\n\nPresenter: Nick Banke\, Viewrail \n\n\n\n\nAnnual Sponsors: \n\nSponsor:\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n  \nThis event is open to all Greater Elkhart Chamber Members. Cancellations must be received at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Registration Deadline is Friday\, December 16 at noon.\nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets” \nIf you register for the Zoom option\, the link will be in your TICKET email.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/osha-council-breakfast-simple-technology-for-safety-inspections/
LOCATION:Matterhorn Conference Center\, 2041 Cassopolis St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured,Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230102
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20221121T174826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T014122Z
UID:25914-1671753600-1672617599@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Chamber Closed - Christmas Holiday
DESCRIPTION:The Chamber office will be closed beginning Friday\, December 23. We will reopen on Monday\, January 2\, 2023.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/chamber-closed-christmas-holiday/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230118T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230118T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20221205T164540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T145204Z
UID:25972-1674027000-1674032400@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:OSHA Council Breakfast - Artificial Intelligence Driven Safety Solutions for Ergonomic Assessments
DESCRIPTION:Our January OSHA Breakfast meeting will continue the theme of how technology can greatly assist your safety programs.  Please join us as Heather Chapman\, Soter Analytics\, highlights how artificial intelligence can provide high quality ergonomic assessments\, fast and easy.   The AI used in both the wearable devices and the video processing can also be used for proactive injury prevention strategies\, training\, creating potential solutions to quantify risk reduction. Companies have also used the technology in their hiring processes\, for job transfers\, and for creating physical demand analyses. \n\n\n\n\nAnnual Sponsors: \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\, January 13 at noon.\nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”\nIf you register for the Zoom option\, the link will be in your TICKET email.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/osha-council-breakfast-artificial-intelligence-driven-safety-solutions/
LOCATION:Matterhorn Conference Center\, 2041 Cassopolis St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230119T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20221208T175323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T150452Z
UID:26015-1674127800-1674133200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:When Life Gives You Lemons - Women's Council Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:When Life Gives You Lemons\, You Have the Right to Choose \nJoin us for an authentic conversation with Sarah Rice\, working mom\, caregiver\, community volunteer\, and “wanna-be” author\, as she shares her story about surviving and thriving as a woman in the 21st Century. \nSponsored by \n \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED.\nAll 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/when-life-gives-you-lemons-womens-council-luncheon/
LOCATION:Ivy Tech Community College\, 22531 CR 18\, Goshen\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230124T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230124T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20230104T160904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T153431Z
UID:26180-1674549000-1674563400@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Front Line Leadership Training Series 2023
DESCRIPTION:Front Line Leadership Training Series \nThe Front-Line Leader Workshops are geared for managers\, supervisors and group leaders.  The sessions are highly interactive\, taking participants through foundational leadership skills while introducing them to higher level continuous improvement tools and leadership practices. \nThe series of workshops build upon each other and address performance management\, problem solving\, leadership communication\, change leadership\, conflict management and motivation of employees.  Participants will also get a DiSC Workplace Profile assessment to gain understanding on how their workplace style can best interact and positively impact their team and peers. \nThe Facilitators\, Bil Murray and Merritt Dilts\, have deep practical leadership and continuous improvement knowledge and a variety of industry experience. \nThe first session “What is Front Line Leadership and How to Strive for Excellence” kicks off on January 24\, 2023. You can attend the whole series (recommended) or choose those topics most pertinent to your needs. \nWorkshop Schedule and Topics: \n\n\n\nSession\nDate\nTopic\n\n\n1\n1/24\nWhat is Front Line Leadership and How to Strive for Excellence\n\n\n2\n2/7\nEmbracing Your Leadership Style (Everything DiSC Workplace Assessment)\n\n\n3\n2/22\nThe Communication of Leaders\n\n\n4\n3/1\nPerformance Management\n\n\n5\n3/16\nLeading Continuous Improvements\n\n\n6\n3/22\nProblem Solving for Leaders\n\n\n7\n3/29\nHow to Build Strong Teams\n\n\n8\n4/11\nSuccess through Team Work\n\n\n9\n4/20\nLeading Through Change\n\n\n10\n4/26\nPutting it All Together \n\n\n\nCost: The full series of 10 Workshops is $1\,160 ($1\,070 for Greater Elkhart Chamber Members). If you are interested in participating in a single class\, please contact Merritt Dilts for more information. \nTimes: 4-hour modules will all run from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM \nLocation: Most sessions will be held at the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S Main St\, Elkhart.  Others will be held at the Elkhart Main Public Library and other locations around downtown Elkhart.  Locations will be confirmed prior to each session. \nAll 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/front-line-leadership-training-series-2023/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230127T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230127T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20221206T191147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T192553Z
UID:25993-1674820800-1674826200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Third House Meeting 1/27/23
DESCRIPTION:Advocacy on behalf of members\, business and community is at the core of the work the Chamber does on a daily basis. Being able to host our state lawmakers at the Third House Meetings so they can meet face-to-face with their constituents is a privilege. \nThe opportunity to engage with our elected officials is paramount to insuring that the voices of Elkhart County are being echoed in the Statehouse during legislative sessions. \nThird House Meetings give you and the legislators an opportunity to communicate in an open forum. Free to attend in-person or via Zoom\, but please register. \nIndiana legislators invited to the Third House Meetings include Rep. Joanna King\, Rep. Doug Miller\, Rep. Timothy Wesco\, Sen. Blake Doriot\, and Sen. Linda Rogers. \nAdditional Third House Meetings will be held on Friday\, February 17 from 12-1:30 pm and Saturday\, March 11 from 10-11:30 am \nPresented by \n \nTopic: Elkhart Chamber Third House Meeting Time: Jan 27\, 2023 12:00 PM Indiana (East)\nJoin Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89624300784?pwd=bHQxRE5zY25MVTFKNkxrd3FkTDYrUT09\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)   Meeting ID: 896 2430 0784 Passcode: 261099 \nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/third-house-meeting-1-27-23/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230131T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20220713T135653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T173942Z
UID:24090-1675152000-1675270800@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:OSHA 10 Hour General Industry Training – 2/2023
DESCRIPTION:This 10 hour 2-day Course is designed to present detailed information on how the provisions of OSHA Act must be implemented in the workplace. The 10 Hour Workshop fee includes breakfast and lunch both days and your personal copy of Introduction to OSHA Student Handbook. \nUpon completion of the training\, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and a Department of Labor OSHA wallet size completion card.  Attendance is limited to 30 participants. Please note that the combined 10 and 20 Hour OSHA classes are eligible for the NextLevel Jobs grant from the State of Indiana. \nAll 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/osha-10-hour-general-industry-training-2-2023/
LOCATION:Matterhorn Conference Center\, 2041 Cassopolis St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230203T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230203T093000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20221202T194323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T202828Z
UID:25961-1675413000-1675416600@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:New Member Welcome 2-3-23
DESCRIPTION:Welcome\, New Members! At this morning event you will learn more about your Chamber\, connect with people\, and enjoy breakfast in the Board Room at the Greater Elkhart Chamber\, 418 S. Main St.  Free to attend\, but please register. See you at 8:30! \nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/new-member-welcome-2-3-23/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230215T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230215T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20221208T204016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T144950Z
UID:26024-1676446200-1676451600@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:OSHA Council Breakfast - Emergency Action Planning
DESCRIPTION:Emergencies pose an immediate risk of significant harm to health\, life or property.  Preparing for emergencies is a critical part of your company’s health and safety program and is a legal requirement by OSHA. \nPlease join us at the February OSHA Council Breakfast\, where Chad Carey\, VP of People Management & Safety\, Heartland RV\, will share the following on Emergency Action Plans: \n\nThe purpose and need for an effective and practical plan\nKey elements and the regulatory requirements of an Emergency Action Plan\nBest practices on implementing\, training and evaluating the status of your plan\n\nThis event is open to all Greater Elkhart Chamber Members. Cancellations must be received at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Registration Deadline is Friday\, February 10 at noon. \nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”\nIf you register for the Zoom option\, the link will be in your TICKET email. \n\n\n\n\nAnnual Sponsors:\n\n 
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/osha-council-breakfast-emergency-action-planning/
LOCATION:Matterhorn Conference Center\, 2041 Cassopolis St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230216T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20230123T152408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T185902Z
UID:26569-1676547000-1676552400@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Cooking Can Be Fun - Women's Council Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Trilogy Chefs show us How Healthy Cooking Can be Fun and then they feed you!  \nMenu for the Luncheon: \n\nTruffled Crab & Lobster Salad\nMushroom Crème Fraiche\nPea tendrils Salad\nVegan Option Chick Pea Cake\nNon-fish Grilled Airline Chicken\n\nSponsored by \n       \n  \nAll cancellations must be received four (4) days prior to the event for a full refund.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/healthy-cooking-can-be-fun-womens-council-luncheon/
LOCATION:Solomon Fowler Event Barn\, 1105 W Vistula St\, Bristol\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230217T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230217T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20221206T191649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T152740Z
UID:25997-1676635200-1676640600@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Third House Meeting 2/17/23
DESCRIPTION:Advocacy on behalf of members\, business and community is at the core of the work the Chamber does on a daily basis. Being able to host our state lawmakers at the Third House Meetings so they can meet face-to-face with their constituents is a privilege. \nThe opportunity to engage with our elected officials is paramount to insuring that the voices of Elkhart County are being echoed in the Statehouse during legislative sessions. \nThird House Meetings give you and the legislators an opportunity to communicate in an open forum. Free to attend in-person or via Zoom\, but please register. \nIndiana legislators invited to the Third House Meetings include Rep. Joanna King\, Rep. Doug Miller\, Rep. Timothy Wesco\, Sen. Blake Doriot\, and Sen. Linda Rogers. \nPresented by \n \nThe next Third House Meeting will be held on Saturday\, March 11 from 10-11:30 am \nTopic: Elkhart Chamber Third House Meeting  Time: Feb 17\, 2023 12:00 PM Indiana (East)\nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84887217379?pwd=T0RjdytHdmtrZElIMFhVem5Cam44dz09\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\nMeeting ID: 848 8721 7379  Passcode: 592248 \nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/third-house-meeting-2-17-23/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230221T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230221T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20230104T210956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T203950Z
UID:26192-1676966400-1676997000@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:LEAN 101 - Continuous Improvement Workshop 2/21/23
DESCRIPTION:LEAN 101 / Continuous Improvement Workshop and Hands-On Simulation\nThis one day\, Team based simulation takes participants through the foundations of LEAN/Continuous Improvement highlighting both the concepts and practical use of the tools.  Participants get to see and feel the impact of these tools in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.  For your influential Front Line and Group Leaders who are not yet convinced of your LEAN/Continuous Improvement culture shift\, this very realistic production simulation is ideal. \n  \nCancellations must be received at least 4 days prior to the meeting. Registration Deadline is Friday\, February 17 at noon. This event is sold out. To be added to a wait list\, please email mdilts@elkhart.org\nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/lean-101-continuous-improvement-workshop-2-21-23/
LOCATION:Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce\, 418 S. Main St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230223T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20230110T204347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T215733Z
UID:26314-1677151800-1677157200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Lunch with the Mayor 2023 – YP Event
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Elkhart Young Professionals\, a group of dedicated professionals that promotes community involvement and empowerment for Elkhart’s working professional\, is hosting the annual “Lunch with the Mayor”.  Join us at Bent Oak Golf Club for lunch with Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson as he discusses the past year and his vision for the future of Elkhart. \nPresenting Sponsor \n \nSponsors \n     \nSeating for this event is limited and registration will close on February 8. All cancellations must be received four (4) days prior to the event for a full refund. \nRegistration for this event is now closed. \nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/lunch-with-the-mayor-2023-yp-event/
LOCATION:Bent Oak Golf Club\, 3610 Bent Oak Trail\, Elkhart\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230303T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230303T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20220317T125850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T224643Z
UID:22921-1677843000-1677850200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting 2023
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: This event will be held at the Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theatre. Registration will begin at 11 am\, and the program will begin at 11:30. We look forward to seeing you there! \nThe Annual Meeting gives us the opportunity to celebrate our Greater Elkhart business community’s accomplishments from 2022 as well as look focus on the future of economic development in our area. \nWe will be recognizing the following honorees:\nBusiness of the Year\nNonprofit of the Year\nCentury Plus Community Award\nWoman of the Year\nAmbassador of the Year \nPresenting Sponsor: \n \nPlease note venue change. \nRegistration for this event is now closed. All cancellations must be received by February 23 for a full refund.\nTo reserve tickets\, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”\nIf you purchase a table sponsorship\, you may list your guest names in the comment section\, or email them separately.
URL:https://www.elkhart.org/event/annual-meeting-2023/
LOCATION:Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theatre\, 410 S Main St\, Elkhart\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230307T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T002924
CREATED:20220930T155019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T173821Z
UID:25194-1678176000-1678381200@www.elkhart.org
SUMMARY:OSHA 20 Hour General Industry Training – 3/2023
DESCRIPTION:The 20 Hour 3-day Advanced Course  will cover portions of the material from the 10 Hour in greater depth and will include additional areas critical to OSHA compliance. Upon successful completion of this additional 20-Hour 3 day Course\, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion of 30-Hours OSHA Authorized Voluntary Compliance Training plus a wallet size certification card. Participants are requested to bring their copy of The Introduction to OSHA Student Handbook\, received at the 10 Hour Workshop.  \nThe prerequisite for attending this class is that registrants must have completed the OSHA 10 Hour General Industry Training offered by the Chamber in October 2022 or February 2023. Class size will be limited to 40 participants. \nAll 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/osha-20-hour-general-industry-training-3-2023/
LOCATION:Matterhorn Conference Center\, 2041 Cassopolis St\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber,Featured
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