Business Assistance & Development

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Athena Award
For 20 years, the Chamber has recognized the achievements local professional women with the presentation of the Athena Award at the Chamber’s annual dinner. The Athena Foundation is a national organization of professional women.

Financial Managers Association
The newest professional development association under the Chamber umbrella, the FMA meets quarterly to discuss topics and hear keynote speakers on issues relevant to their field. The FMA includes CFOs, accountants, financial managers, bankers and bookkeepers.

Human Resources Association
The Human Resources Association meets quarterly to discuss the latest trends in human resources work and development for industries and businesses.  The Human Resources Association offers a forum to discuss concerns, ideas and encourage application of a scientific approach to the solution of the human problems of the business world.  A guest speaker is also part of each gathering. In addition, the HR Association hosts special professional seminars.

SCORE
SCORE is a group of business professionals who counsel prospect and new business owners.  The members of SCORE provide guidance and advice on such topics as financing, business plans, etc.  The services offered by SCORE are available to anyone in the community. SCORE now offers SBA small business loans to qualified entrepreneurs.

Sales & Marketing Association
The Sales & Marketing Association meets monthly to exchange business leads, marketing strategies and information regarding industry and business in the area.  At each monthly meeting sales and marketing topics are discussed in-depth.  The Sales & Marketing Association also holds an annual seminar in the spring.