It’s “Tee” Time Again!

The 2000 Fall Golf Tournament hosted by the Gaston Chamber of Commerce Manufacturers Committee will be held on Monday, September 25, 2018 at Deer Brook Golf Club. Details will be available in upcoming monthly mailers and you will receive the golf registration form in the next couple of weeks! Payments for this event can be made with a visa or mastercard. Click Here for Our Secure Payment Gateway

We are currently seeking sponsors for our 2000 Fall Golf Tournament. This is a great way to advertise your company’s service. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Melanie Bumgardner at the Chamber (704) 864-2621.

This promises to be a fun day of golf, fellowship, and networking! Mark you calendar and man your teams!

Gaston Chamber of Commerce Manufacturer’s Committee

Mission Statement…

To improve the business environment for manufacturing and manufacturing related firms while enhancing the community’s awareness of the significant contributions manufacturers make to the quality of life in the Gaston County Region.

The Manufacturer’s Committee provides a valuable forum through which manufacturers can monitor, articulate, and take action on issues of mutual concern.

September is Manufacturer’s Month. In honor of this, September will consist of various activities honoring Manufacturer’s. The Manufacturer’s Golf Tournament will be held on September 25, 2000 at Deer Brook Golf Club.

If you are interested in serving on our Manufacturer’s Committee, please contact Melanie Bumgardner at the Gaston Chamber of Commerce (704) 864-2621.

Governmental Affairs Committee news

Question………

WHAT GASTON CHAMBER FUNCTION FROM 1999 ARE ATTENDEES STILL TALKING ABOUT, SHAKING THEIR HEADS IN DISBELIEF AND TELLING THE STORIES OVER AND OVER TO ANYONE WHO WILL LISTEN?

Give up?

It’s the 1999 Washington Delegation trip. The delegates continue to speak of how impressed they were (and still are) by the legislators they visited. This year’s trip is also shaping up to be a memorable event. If you are a Gaston Chamber member, see the enclosed flyer in this newsletter. For any questions, please call Rena Potts at the Gaston Chamber office- 864-2621.

October 25, 2000- Meet Your Candidates

This forum will be held in the context of Gaston Gathers at the City Club of Gastonia. The candidates will be invited to answer questions informally and state their positions on local business issues effecting Gaston County. Sponsors needed. Call Rena Potts at 864-2621 for more information.

November 16, 2000- Gaston County Elected Officials Appreciation Breakfast

A community wide opportunity to thank the elected officials for their work and dedication to Gaston County. Sponsors: Duke Power and Bell South. Contact Rena Potts at 864-2621 for more information.

Business Expo 2000

Why Exhibit

- promote your business
- enhance your business image
- reach potential customers
- make contacts—trade shows are more cost effective than other forms of client contact and advertising
- gain exposure for new products/services and get immediate feedback
- keep in touch—maintain contact with past and present customers
- meet other businesses and the public
- advertising in Chamber Matters, direct mailings and promotions through local media outlets
- networking at breakfast, during show and at the Alive After Five party.

.Where & When

Eastridge Mall
Thursday, October 19 10:00 a.m. –7:30 p.m. Expo open
Thursday, October 19 7:30 a.m. –9 a.m. Exhibitor Breakfast

Booths

Standard Booth 7’ X 10’ $350
Center Court 7’ X 10’ $400
Double Booth 7’ X 20’ $625
New Business Booth 5’ X 8’ $200
Non Profit Booth 7’x10’ $150 ( limit 4)
Drapery, skirted table, 2 chairs and small booth sign provided

Questions, Sponsorship Opportunities & Registration Form

For more information on Expo 2000, please call Rena Potts 864-2621.

Registration Fees

A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to hold reservation. Balance will be billed and the deposit will be applied to total cost of booth. Cost of the booth can be paid with check, visa, or mastercard payments. For credit card payments, click this link.

MEMBERS Only Non-Members

Standard Booth - $350 members, $400 non-members

Center Court Booth - $400 members, $450 non-members

Double Booth - $625 members, $675 non-members

New Business Booth - $200 members only

Non-profit Booth - $150 members only

Electricity - $35 (available on limited basis)

Early Bird Discount - $50 (available to members if registered by September 19 )

2001 GASTON CHAMBER PLANNING RETREAT

November 9-11, 2000
The Mills House Hotel
Charleston, SC

This year’s Chamber Retreat will be an important planning session for Gastonia and Gaston County. Several key issues will be discussed to include the 2001 program of work and a five year plan for the Chamber.

Make plans to join us in historic Charleston at the beautiful Mills House Hotel to add your business voice to our planning sessions, enjoy the history and cuisine of Charleston, and play golf on one of Charleston’s many famous courses.

Further details will be in the August newsletter for more information regarding the 2001 retreat, call Alison Cookson (864-2621) at the Chamber.

International Affairs Council News

August 23, 2000- Brazil- featuring John McCarter, President of GE Latin America (confirmed).

September- International E-Commerce

October 25, 2000- Central America and Caribbean Basin- Keynote by Oscar Aries, Former President of Costa Rica (invited).

November- SE Asia

Does you company do business internationally? Don’t miss the opportunity to be included in the International Resource Guide being published by the International Council of the Chamber. Call Rena Potts for more information at 864-2621.

2001 GASTON CHAMBER PLANNING RETREAT

November 9-11, 2000 The Mills House Hotel Charleston, SC

International Affairs Council News

November 9-11, 2000
The Mills House Hotel
Charleston, SC