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HR 101

Paula — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 20:13:28 +0000

Canton, GA (April 17, 2009) – The Cherokee County Chamber is hosting a workshop to educate local entrepreneurs about various human resource concerns. Topics will include: FLSA Classifications and Overtime, FMLA, I-9 Compliance, State and Federal Posting Requirements, Employee Discipline & Counseling, and Recordkeeping Requirements. This class will be taught by Pilar Neal with Superior Business Solutions.

This workshop will be held at the Cherokee Chamber Terrace Level on Wednesday, May 6th from 11:30 am to 2 pm and includes lunch. The cost to attend for Chamber Members is $40 and for Non-Members is $60. To register for this workshop please contact Stefanie Gibbons at 770-345-0400 or at Stefanie@CherokeeChamber.com by Monday, May 4th.

B.L.A.S.T.T. Workshop: Legal Issues

Paula — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 18:18:25 +0000

Canton, GA (March 31, 2009) – Cherokee County Chamber will host an educational workshop on the legal issues that face most small businesses. This workshop will identify four key types of legal risks lurking in most small business operations and educate you on ways to minimize and, if possible, avoid them. The four types of legal issues discussed will be: personal liability, contracts and agreements, employment issues and lawsuits. These questions and many more will be addressed in this seminar. Workshop will be taught by Anita Schick with the Schick Law Firm.
This workshop will be held at the Cherokee County Chamber Terrace Level on April 15th from 11:30 am – 2 pm (includes lunch). The cost to attend for Chamber members is $30 and $55 for non-members. To register for the works email Stefanie@CherokeeChamber.com or call 770-345-0400 by Monday April 13th.

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Chamber Unveils New Website

Paula — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:34:03 +0000

CANTON, GA. (March 18, 2007) – The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce has unveiled a new website. Designed to improve navigation and searchability, there is more information than ever before located at www.CherokeeChamber.com.

“The site contains community information for both newcomers and visitors to Cherokee County. It also provides a resource for businesses that are either involved in the Chamber currently, or are looking to enhance their business,” commented Dale Morrissey, 2008 Board Chair and Senior VP of First Cherokee State Bank.

New Chamber programs are also prominent on the site. From job listings, to a professional consultant’s initiative to a bowling tournament, you are just a click away from learning more. “The Job Board will be an excellent resource for Chamber members to promote employment opportunities, as well as for job-seekers to learn of local openings. Details about this effort will be sent to Chamber members in the coming weeks,” said Betsy Decker, Chamber VC for Economic & Small Business Development and owner of Betsy’s on Main Street in downtown Woodstock.

Designed by Studio SR, with photography provided by PhotoJack.net, the Chamber’s site is destined to attract on-lookers. “With over 1.5 million hits in 2007, our visitor count should increase due in part to the site’s blog component which enhances our search engine presence,” noted Paula Williams, the Chamber’s Director of Research & Communications.

One of the most frequently used elements of the site is the on-line membership directory. “Featured on the main page, Find a Member allows you to search for Chamber member businesses by type or name. You can contact members via e-mail, view their website or locate the company on a map,” said Pam Carnes, Chamber President & CEO.

If your business is not a member of the Chamber, you are invited to become a part of Cherokee County’s largest and strongest business-to-business network. A not-for-profit organization founded over 37 years ago, the Chamber is a highly proactive and visible influence in Cherokee County. While the majority of member businesses have ten or less employees, the Chamber provides a forum for businesses of all sizes and types. The mission of the Chamber is to promote business and the community, while expanding the economy and enhancing the quality of life. Membership information is available on-line at www.CherokeeChamber.com.