Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Cordially

In This January 2014 Issue:
Chamber Annual Meeting
Sponsorship Opportunities w/the Chamber
Upcoming Events & Networking Opportunities
Business & Community News
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
Cordially invite you to attend the
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce
2014 Annual Meeting, Silent & Live Auction
One Voice, One Community
Friday, February 7, 2014
Capital Plaza Hotel
5:30 p.m. - Frankfort Forward Partners Reception
6:00 p.m. - VIP Reception w/music by Sammy Coulter
6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Dinner & Auction
Dinner only $40 per person / $375 Reserved table of 10
VIP Reception & Dinner / $50 per person/ $475 Reserved table of 10
Advance reservations are necessary
Check out our New Sponsorship Opportunities
A Great Way to Promote Your Business
Join together with
BUSINESS * FRIENDS * COMMUNITY LEADERS *
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Myron Moore
Kentucky Employee Credit Union
It is December 23rd as I write this message for the
Chamber of Commerce Newsletter. This will be my
last President’s message as my term ends on December 30th and your new Chamber President, Rene’ True,
will begin his year of service on January 1st. The year
has gone by quickly and I have been busy attending
many Chamber events such as ribbon cuttings, open house events, business
after hour’s gatherings, and other meetings of various types.
One of my favorite meetings this past year was a luncheon for Past Chamber
Presidents. There were fourteen (14) Past Presidents who attended. Their
terms ranged from the 1970’s up through 2012. It was very enlightening to
hear these former Chamber leaders talk about their year of service and describe what the Chamber was doing while they were serving. I learned many
facts about the Chamber and our community that I did not know and I
learned how many of our current Chamber activities and events came into
being. The main thing I was able to take from that luncheon was how fortunate our community is to have had such a fine group of men and women who
volunteered to take on leadership roles, not only with the Chamber but in
many other organizations in Frankfort and Franklin County.
Our Chamber of Commerce and our community as a whole has a strong
foundation that has been laid by those whom have gone before us. We continue to build on what our leaders from years past have put in place and we
reap the rewards from the work that others started. My year of service as
President has only strengthened my view of what a wonderful community we
have here in Frankfort and Franklin County. I could go into a lot of detail
about all that we have and why we have it but primarily it comes down to a
pretty simple statement. We have good people. Our people are honorable,
intelligent, loyal, and giving. Our good people create strong businesses. They
support the community and the less fortunate by giving of their time and resources to worthy causes. Our good people are always looking for ways to
have a positive impact on our community.
I have worked with so many good people this past year that I could never
mention them all but I would like to say “Thank You” to the 2013 Chamber
Board of Directors. You have been there to support me from start to finish.
I greatly appreciate your willingness to not only support me but to support the
mission of the Chamber of Commerce. I also must mention my special appreciation to the Chamber Staff: Carmen Inman, Suzy Hosley, and Carmen
Engle. There are not enough words to explain how much help I have received from them this year.
Thank you to all of our Chamber members. Your membership is part of the
strong foundation of our organization and our community. To the 70+ new
members who have joined in 2013. I thank you for your membership and I
encourage you to take an active role in the Chamber in 2014. Chamber membership can be a great asset to your business.
I look forward to serving as your Past President in 2014. I am still active
and available so feel free to contact me if I can ever be of assistance in any
way. My wish for each of you is for a happy and prosperous 2014.
All the best,
Myron Moore
Frankfort Area
Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
OFFICERS
2013 President
Myron Moore, KY Employees Credit Union
Immediate Past President
Chris Hill, Christopher M. Hill & Associates
2014 President-elect/VP Economic Development
Rene True, ConnectKentucky
VP Governmental Affairs
Tony Sholar, The Rotunda Group
VP Small Business Development
Rachael Peake, Capital Cellars
VP Community Relations
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VP Membership Development
Diana Geddes, Fit Time for Women
Treasurer
Jim Clouse, CPA, Charles T. Mitchell Co.
2013 DIRECTORS
Mike Feldman, Farmers Bank
Rex Fowler, CENTRIA
Danny Garland, First Federal Savings Bank
Lee Higginbotham, Frankfort Regional Medical Ctr.
Larry Luebbers, MainSource Bank
Lloyd Lynch, State Journal
Mitch Moore, Whitaker Bank
Jonathan Vaught, McAllen Solutions
Glenn Waldrop, Frankfort Plant Board
2013 EX-OFFICIO
Judge Exec. Ted Collins, Franklin Co. Fiscal Court
Mayor Bill May, City of Frankfort
Dr. Mary Evans Sias, Kentucky State University
2013 ADVISORY BOARD
Chrissy Jones, Franklin County Public Schools
Coleman Elridge, Governor’s Office
Tim Ford, Toyota Motor Manufacturing
Anthony Gritton, Frankfort Jaycees
Charles Harrison, Buffalo Trace Distillery
John Hibbard, Edward Jones
Joy Jeffries, Frankfort/Franklin County Tourism
John Senter, Ocean Breeze/Community Trust Bank
Sharon Spencer, Farm Bureau Representative
Chamber Staff
Carmen Inman, Executive Director
Suzy Hosley, Office Manager
Carmen Engle, Administrative Assistant
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce
100 Capital Avenue, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
P: (502) 223-8261, F: (502) 223-5942
E: [email protected]
Website: www.frankfortky.info
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2014 PRESIDENT-ELECT MESSAGE
Rene True
ConnectKentucky
Frankfort Area
Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
As we all enjoy the holidays and get ready for
2014 – your Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for a great year building on
the successes of past-president Myron Moore
and the 2013 Chamber Board.
OFFICERS
Each year, your Chamber Board meets in November/December to
set goals for the coming year. Unlike many strategic planning efforts
that cover several years and end up ignoring their strategic initiatives,
the Chamber focuses on initiatives that can mostly be accomplished
within the next year. Many of the strategic objectives can be implemented immediately. For example, the Chamber Board is adopting an
objective directing the Chamber Board to take a more active and public stand on local issues of importance to the business community,
reinforcing part of our mission to be an advocate for business interests.
Other objectives of the Chamber encourage a deeper engagement
with our community partners that impact the economic fabric and
quality of life of our community like Kentucky State University, Kentucky Capital Development Corporation, Frankfort/Franklin County
Convention and Tourist Commission, and Downtown Frankfort Inc.,
along with the Franklin County Fiscal Court and the Frankfort City
Commission. Although all the organizations have their separate missions, there is enough common interest for the groups to seek new
opportunities to move the Frankfort/Franklin County Community
forward. The Chamber’s theme for this year’s Annual Meeting, to be
held on February 7th, is “One Voice – One Community”. Your Chamber aspires to facilitate discussion around important community issues
with these organizations and others to develop “One Voice” for our
community.
If you are interested in seeing our community grow and prosper, think
about joining one of the many committees that will implement the
strategic objectives of your Chamber. Contact Carmen Inman, Executive Director, Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce at 502-223-8261
to learn more.
Thank you for the honor and privilege of serving as your Chamber
President in 2014. Let’s grow Frankfort!
Rene’ True
Incoming Chamber President
2014 President
Rene True, ConnectKentucky
Immediate Past President
Myron Moore, KY Employees Credit Union
2015 President-elect/VP Small Business
Diana Geddes, Fit Time for Women
VP Governmental Affairs
Dave Weller, Weller Consulting
VP Economic Development
Glenn Waldrop, Frankfort Plant Board
VP Community Relations
Mike Feldman, Farmers Bank
VP Membership Development
John Hibbard, Edward Jones
Treasurer
Jim Clouse, CPA, Charles T. Mitchell Co.
2013 DIRECTORS
Rex Fowler, CENTRIA, Manufacturing Representative
Danny Garland, First Federal Savings Bank
Lee Higginbotham, Frankfort Regional Medical Ctr.
Larry Luebbers, MainSource Bank
Mitch Moore, Whitaker Bank
John Senter, Ocean Breeze/Community Trust Bank
Rachael Peake, Retail Representative
Jonathan Vaught, McAllen Solutions
Lee Ann Watters, Mountjoy Chilton Medley
2013 EX-OFFICIO
Judge Exec. Ted Collins, Franklin Co. Fiscal Court
Mayor Bill May, City of Frankfort
Anita Lockridge, Kentucky State University
2013 ADVISORY BOARD
Jason Booth, Mass Mutual Financial Group
Kristin Cantrell, CapCity Communications
Robert Curry, Governor’s Office
Clair Edwards, Esq., DelCotto Law Group, PLLC
Charles Harrison, Buffalo Trace Distillery
Joy Jeffries, Frankfort/Franklin Co. Tourism
Chrissy Jones, Franklin County Public Schools
Joni Nelson, Frankfort Jaycees
Sharon Spencer, Farm Bureau Representative
Arthur Williams, N.E.R.D. Collegiate
Chamber Staff
Carmen Inman, Executive Director
Suzy Hosley, Office Manager
Carmen Engle, Administrative Assistant
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce
100 Capital Avenue, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
P: (502) 223-8261, F: (502) 223-5942
E: [email protected]
Website: www.frankfortky.info
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Mission Statement of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce
The mission of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce is to develop strong businesses and a vibrant
economy through business advocacy and leadership, resulting in a better quality of life for all.
Think Business * Think Success * Think Chamber
Vern Eswine
Cattlemen’s Roadhouse
151 Jett Blvd., Frankfort
502-848-0023
Bonnie Fint
Century 21 Simpson & Assoc.
1105 Louisville Rd, Frankfort
502-319-1541
John K. Geddes, CPA
443 Dove Creek Rd., Frankfort
502-418-4154
Myron & Pamela Moore
Individual Members
2450 Stockton Road, Frankfort
502-330-0290
Fred & Gayle Deaton
Deaton Insurance Agency
622 Comanche Trail, Frankfort
Rene True
Individual Member
327 Morehead Drive, Frankfort
859-312-6398
Glen Watkins
Discounts Properties, LLC
2031 Cardwell Lane, Frankfort
502-695-3155
Christine Brock
Jazzercise Fitness Center
1230 US Hwy 127 S, Frankfort
502-330-1730
Josh Stardam
Double J’s Storage Treasurers
132 Walnut Street, Frankfort
502-319-1911
JD Moore Business Consultant
Home-Based, Frankfort
502-319-0260
Valerie Edmonds
Edmonds Dental Center
220 Conway Street, Frankfort
502-223-4120
Armando Arrastia, Gen. Mgr.
Five Oaks Communications, LLC
954 Inverness Rd., Frankfort
502-545-1588
Armando Arrastia, Pres.
LINKS2INC.
954 Inverness Rd., Frankfort
502-545-1588
Marshall T. Flynn
Real Estate Appraisals, PSC
P.O. Box 923, Frankfort
502-330-1599
Jennifer Zingg
Full Circle Studio & Gallery
121 Bridge Street, Frankfort
502-320-2221
Nick Demarte
NJD Industries, LLC
2030 Hoover Blvd., Frankfort
502-209-8177
Industrial Development
Jennifer McKenna
Good Shepherd Parish
70 Shepherd Way, Frankfort
502-227-4511
Sandra Keith
Premier Designs
Home-based, Frankfort
502-352-3856
Sharon Bresler
Good Shepherd School
755 Shepherd Way, Frankfort
502-223-5041
Kaye Hulette
Hulette’s Printing
728 Holmes Street, Frankfort
502-223-7646
Christina Willis
Independent Insurance Agent
P.O. Box 97, Frankfort
502-330-7866
Rhonda Gauthier Fine Art Gallery
Sammy Coulter Musician
115A Bridge Street, Frankfort
502-320-3856
SugarTree Homes
Patricia Lalonde
141 Sugartree Lane, Versailles
877-333-2414
Welcome to our newest
Chamber Member businesses
AccuTax & Money Concepts
Allison-Collins
Al’s Complete Lawn Care, LLC
American Cancer Society
Bill McCoy Insurance Agency, Inc.
Camden’s Auto Repair, Inc.
Capital Expo Festival
Capital Medical Group
Century 21 Simpson & Associates
Charles Seligman Distributing
Coldwell-Banker Preferred Realty, Inc.
Commonwealth Credit Union
Debbie Foy, Individual Member, Capital Realty
Die Cast Direct, Inc.
DMD Data Systems
Duplicator Sales & Service
Equus Run Vineyards
Four Roses Distillery
Frankfort Convention Center
Frankfort Materials
Frankfort Optimist Club
Frankfort Plant Board
Frankfort Yoga Studio
Franklin County Board of Education
Franklin County CASA, Inc.
Franklin County Cooperative Extension
Franklin County Farm Bureau Insurance Services
Franklin County Fiscal Court
Funeral Directors Assn. of Kentucky
General Rental Center
Glenn Toyota
H.G. Mays Corporation
Hiram Lodge #4 F. & A.M.
Home Instead Senior Care
Kelly Services, Inc.
Kentucky Blood Center
Kentucky Distillers Association
Kentucky Utilities
Kragon House Rentals
Kroger Super Market - East/West
Lexington-Bluegrass Assn. of Realtors
Longhorn Steakhouse
McAllen Solutions
McBrayer, McGinnis, Leslie & Kirkland
Mackey’s Commercial Mowing
Mackey’s Janitorial Service
Mary Kay Cosmetics - Nancy Butler
Mass Mutual Financial Group
Morris Custom Building, Inc.
Office Depot
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OWL (Opportunities for Work and Learning)
Peach Properties, LLC
QK4 Architecture Engineering Planning
Republic Bank & Trust Co.
Save-A-Lot of Frankfort East/West
Scot Mailing & Shipping Systems, Inc.
Software Design of Kentucky, Inc.
Taylor H. Hoover, DMD Family Dentistry
The Salvation Army
The State Journal
Thorn Hill Education Center
Topy America, Inc.
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, KY, Inc.
Van Zandt, Emrich & Cary
Whitaker Bank
Whitehead Hancock Plumbing Heating & Cooling
Wilson Nurseries, Inc.
Women’s Care of the Bluegrass
50 STATES, 50 FOOD GIFTS Food Network Magazine found
great food gifts from all 50
states that anyone, anywhere
will love.
Read more at: http://
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index.html?oc=linkback
Rebecca Ruth Candy Factory was chosen as the Best
Food Gift from Kentucky by Food Network Magazine.
The distinction is especially prestigious as only one food
was chosen from each of the 50 states in the United
States. Rebecca Ruth Candy owner, Charles Booe stated,
“we had no idea we had been chosen until our customers
started calling and sending emails. Our online orders
have skyrocketed. We and all our employees are doing
our best to keep up with the additional demand for our
chocolates. Online sales are through the roof! We have
all been working extra hours, and at the end of each day
there have literally been only a few cases of bourbon balls
left. We have been lucky not to make anyone go without
bourbon balls so far.”
112 East Second Street - (502) 223-7475
3295 Versailles Road - (502) 695-2486
The “Be Local/Buy Local” campaign is important
to Frankfort and Franklin County business and
economic stimulus incentive with the goal of
fostering a greater sense of awareness of local
businesses, local business opportunities, and
even local job opportunities. “Be Local/Buy
Local” serves to ensure the success of local
small businesses by keeping dollars in our local
economy.
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2014 Frankfort Area Chamber Annual Meeting One Voice, One Community
Join together with BUSINESS * FRIENDS * COMMUNITY LEADERS *
It’s Annual Auction time again! During the Frankfort Chamber Annual Meetings, we hold a
Silent and Live auction featuring the fine products and services contributed by member businesses such as yours.
The competitive fun the auction generates has made this event a significant source of non-dues revenue for our
Chamber and the proceeds will benefit various Chamber programs, such as the Membership Marketing, Be Local/
Buy Local and Entrepreneurial Foundation Program.
This year’s Annual Membership Meeting and Auction will be held on Friday, February 7th at the Capital Plaza Hotel; our theme will be focused on promoting One Voice, One Community. This very important
fundraising event will assist the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce promotion and marketing of our members.
At this time we are soliciting merchandise and gift certificates with a retail value of $25.00 or more. To make this
easy for you, your contribution can be picked up from your business at your convenience. Please complete the Donation Form at the bottom of this notification and fax it to the Chamber office at 502-223-5942, we will give you a
call and make arrangements for pick up. All contributors will be recognized on the auction display tables and on
the printed program for the event. This is a great way to introduce your products and services to potential clients
and customers.
In 2014 the Frankfort Chamber will continue to look at assisting our members with cutting costs of your
bottom line benefits. We will also be promoting our members through our Frankfort Area Chamber Mobile App
(FrankfortKY2Go).
The Frankfort Chamber Board of Directors hope you will be able to join them as we give a Big Thank You to
our retiring Directors, and welcome our new Board members, announce the 2014 Paul Sullivan Award, 2014 President’s Award, Chamber Member Business of the Year, Rising Star Award for a new and upcoming business, and
naming our Ambassador of the Year.
Please call the Chamber office at 502-223-8261 or email [email protected] for more information on
ways your company can get involved. If you wish to make a donation or monetary contribution, please complete the bottom of
this form and fax to the Chamber office.
FAX TO 502.223.5942
____ Yes, I’ll donate to the Live Auction
Retail Value of Item: ________ Item donated: _______________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
____ Yes, I’ll donate to the Silent Auction
Retail Value of Item: ________ Item donated: _______________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Company Name: ___________________________________________________________________________
Make Your Reservations
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce 2014 Annual Meeting
5:30 p.m. - Frankfort Forward Partners Reception
6:00 p.m. - VIP Reception w/music by Sammy Coulter
6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Dinner & Auction
Dinner only $40 per person / $375 Reserved table of 10
VIP Reception & Dinner / $50 per person/ $475 Reserved table of 10
______ Individual Tickets ____ VIP Reception Tickets
Billing Method (Circle One)
____ Bill Me
______ Table Sponsorship
____Check Enclosed ___ Credit—Call for Information
Advance Reservations are necessary. Non-chamber members dinner only $50 per person.
Please R.S.V.P. to the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce at 502-223-8261 or [email protected]
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Frankfort Area Chamber, One Voice, One Community
The Frankfort Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting will be held on Friday, February 7, 2013 from 6:30PM
– 9:00PM at the Capital Plaza Hotel. The evening will include an opportunity to network with Chamber members,
dinner, an overview of the Chamber’s successes during the past year and plans for the future, awards for Paul
Sullivan Award Recipient, President’s Award, Above and Beyond Award, Ambassador of the Year, and our Silent/
Live Auction.
New for this year will be our V.I.P. Reception prior to the Annual Meeting. The reception is a great way to
network in a relaxed atmosphere. Free to this year’s Corporate and VIP Reception Sponsors and Frankfort Forward members, those attending the reception will be able to enjoy the sounds of Sammy Coulter and tasting some
of our members finest spirits.
There are many ways to get involved in the Chambers Annual Meeting. Below is a list of sponsorship levels.
We hope you will take this opportunity to promote your business to potential clients and customers through one
of these sponsorships.
___VIP RECEPTION SPONSOR - $1,500.00
___ PRESENTING SPONSOR - $3,500.00
 Includes a reserved Seating for 10
 Includes logo on all advance publicity
 Company log in program with a ¼ page ad in
 Chamber E-News and ½ page ad in event program
event program
 Strategic signage at event & Display Table
 Recognition during the program
 Recognition during the Annual Meeting
 Logo in newsletter ad
 RESERVED special seating for 12 guests
 Chamber E-News promotion
 Table signage with your company name and logo
 Logo shown on screen during the event
 Logo in newsletter ad and on all auction bid sheets
 Display Table in pre-function hall
 2-minute commercial shown during event
 Logo shown on screen during the event
 VIP Reception admittance for up to 10 guests
 3-minute commercial shown during event
 Ability to provide promotional information at tables
 VIP Reception admittance for up to 12 guests
___ ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR - $500.00
___ SILENT AUCTION SPONSOR - $750.00
 Includes a reserved Seating for 6
 Includes reserved Seating for 8
 Table Signage & Program Listing
 Chamber E-News and business card ad in program
 Display Table in Pre-Function Hall
 Recognition in the program & Display Table
 Chamber E-News recognition
 Company name will be placed in Silent Auction area
 Promotional Centerpiece
 30-second commercial shown during event
 Special placement seating
 Promotional Centerpiece
___CENTERPIECE SPONSOR - $100.00 - Chamber staff will prepare a Centerpiece to represent your business/organization.
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS BY BEING A SPONSOR
Donating to the Live & Silent Auction is another way to promote your business. Anything can be
donated, but we are specifically looking for items that promote Frankfort and Business in Frankfort. Ideas for donations include: gift cards, jewelry, wine or wine baskets, massage and day spa certificates, lodging packages or time shares, local
restaurant gift cards.
Promote your company, by making a gift basket or become a CENTERPIECE Sponsor and represent your
business – this is a great way to introduce your products and services to potential clients and customers. Please
call the Chamber office at 502-223-8261, fax 502-223-5942 or email [email protected] for more information and
ways your company can get involved. If you wish to make a donation or monetary contribution, please complete the bottom of this form and
fax to the Chamber office.
____ Yes, I’ll be a Sponsor
Sponsorship Level _________ No, I can’t be a sponsor, but will donate an item
Item donated: ____________________________________________________________________________
Company Name: __________________________________________________________________________
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2014 PAUL SULLIVAN AWARD NOMINATION
Paul P. Sullivan was a Frankfort native, President of Farmers Bank from 1965
until his untimely death in 1980, and an unselfish philanthropist.
Mr. Sullivan’s leadership created benchmarks in Frankfort’s progress and prosperity
that may never be equaled. He helped to organize the Frankfort Industrial Foundation
in the 1960’s that was able to purchase Frankfort’s first industrial park and he spent 10 years raising
money for the YMCA both to get construction started and to ultimately pay off the debt. As Chairman of
the Plant Board he played a major part in keeping utility rates at a minimum while overseeing the building
of the water treatment facility. Mr. Sullivan also helped to guide the construction of the Capital Plaza, the
Farmers Bank main office, was involved in refurbishing the former Southern Hotel as a residence for the
city’s elderly, and in restoring the railroad depot on Broadway.
In 1981, the Chamber began honoring the memory of Paul Sullivan with an annual award in his name presented
to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the community.
Previous Paul Sullivan Award Recipients Are:
1981
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
Ralph E. Mills
Owen Caplinger
W.H. May
Charlie Hoge
Farnham Dudgeon
Al Dix
Frank Sower
Paul Chenault
Gary Adkinson
E. Bruce Dungan
Harold Henning
Dr. Gene Burch
Al Alfaro
C. Michael Davenport
Russ Hatter
Roy Peach (posthumously)
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
Jill Robinson
Harry Lee Waterfield
Senator Fred Bradley
Bob Arnold
Bill Harrod (posthumously)
Gippy Graham
Russ McClure
Rodney Ratliff
Darrell Gilliam
Julian Carroll
Bruce Brooks
Robert Roach
Jim Burch (posthumously)
Warner Caines
Fred Goins
Ronnie Dunn
Paula Rutledge
FAX YOUR NOMINATIONS TO 502-223-5942
Please submit your nominations for the Paul Sullivan Award by 12:00 p.m. on January 15, 2013
The Annual Meeting Planning Committee will review all nominations
1st Nomination: ________________________________________________________
2nd Nomination: ________________________________________________________
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Corporate Sponsor of the 2013 Reality Store, Kentucky Employees Credit Union, President John Graham
and VP of Lending, Myron Moore present checks to the winning classrooms at Second Street, Elkhorn Middle, Capital Day School, and Bondurant Middle School. Teachers and classrooms with the most remaining income after participating in the 2013 Reality Store were awarded $250 for their classrooms.
Ms. Laura Pennington’s Class
Second Street School
506 West Second Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
502-875-8658
Ms. Kris Murphy’s Class
Capital Day School
120 Deepwood Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601
502-227-7121
Mr. Bruce Farley’s Class
Elkhorn Middle School
1060 East Main Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
502-695-6740
Ms. Hilda Hatcher’s Class
Bondurant Middle School
300 Bondurant Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601
502-875-8440
A Big THANK YOU to our 2013 Reality Store sponsor, Kentucky Employees Credit Union and to our t-shirt sponsors. We appreciate your continued support of this valuable event.
Reality Store is an active, hands-on, real-life simulation, which gives
young people the opportunity to explore career opportunities and make
lifestyle, and budget choices similar to those adults face on a daily basis. Participants assume that they are 25
years old and have completed basic educational requirements for their specific occupation. Students then
draw a family; some students may not have any children, while others may have up to 4 children. Participants
are given an occupation based on their grade point average and provided an equivalent salary to proceed
through the “Reality Store”.
This year over 548 eighth grade students, representing Capital Day School, The Academy, Frankfort Christian
Academy, Elkhorn and Bondurant Middle Schools, and Second Street School, along with 60 volunteers participated in the Reality Store.
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2014
Rising
Star
Award
Do you know of a business that:
> Demonstrates an economic enhancement to the area;
> Provides service to the community; and
>Enhances the community image and enriches community life?
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If so, it’s time they were recognized! Please take a moment to
nominate that business….
This award was designed to recognize that starting a business requires a unique blend of vision, energy,
perseverance and talent. This award will be given to a business that has gotten off to a strong start and
exhibits the potential for growing into a prosperous enterprise in the future.
General Award Criteria:
* Nominee must be a Frankfort or Franklin County business in good standing with business licensing.
* Nominee must be a business enterprise for 1 to 5 years.
Things to Consider:
* Enhancing Economic Development
* Expansion of opportunities for employees and employee growth
* Outstanding Customer Service
* Response to challenges and adversity
* Dedication to quality
* Product development and uniqueness
* Noteworthy accomplishments
Community Involvement
* Involvement in local charities
* Encourages and supports employee involvement in community activities
* Volunteering on projects that make Frankfort and Franklin County a better place to live
* Noteworthy accomplishments
Nomination Deadline in January 15, 2014
Please return nomination forms to:
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce
100 Capital Avenue
Frankfort, KY 40601
Fax: 502-223-5942
Email: [email protected]
Don’t be shy about tooting
your own horn!!
Self nominations are
welcomed and encouraged.
The recipient of this award will be chosen by the Frankfort Chamber Annual Meeting Committee.
The Rising Star Award will be presented at the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting
on Friday, February 7, 2014. See page 11 for nomination form.
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Rising
Star
Award
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2014 RISING STAR AWARD NOMINATION FORM
Business Name: _____________________________________________________________
Contact Person: ______________________________________________________________
Nominated by: _______________________________________________________________
Please write a synopsis of the business accomplishments, not to exceed 300 words, for use in the balloting procedure.
A reminder that nominees must be a business enterprise for 1 to 5 years.
I feel this business should be recognized because __________________________________
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Return form to:
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce, 100 Capital Avenue, Frankfort, KY 40601
Fax: 502-223-5942 or Email: [email protected]
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2014
Frankfort Chamber
Business of the
Year Award
Do you know of a business that:
> Demonstrates an economic enhancement to the area;
> Provides service to the community; and
>Enhances the community image and enriches community life?
If so, it’s time they were recognized!
Please take a moment to nominate that business….
This award is designed to recognize Chamber member businesses for their noteworthy accomplishments, long-standing support of the Frankfort Chamber, and significant community involvement.
The nominees will have made a visible contribution that reflects commercial growth and achievement,
innovation, and creativity within their business and community involvement.
(1) Timeliness of the Award… This takes into account a significant milestone events and the longevity of the
business in the community… How long has the establishment been in business?
(2) Employee Impact...Does the business provide family friendly work environment, benefits, training of
employees, etc.?
(3) Successfulness...Has the business been able to survive the ripples in the economy, the effects of competition
and market changes?
(4) Business Impact…Is the business well-managed? Is the management philosophy consistent with stability,
growth, ethical business practices, and continuing improvement of the business?
(5) Community Impact...Does the business provide support, resources and volunteers to work on broader
community projects, committees and efforts that have a positive effect the Frankfort community and provide
community leadership?
(6) Chamber Impact… Does that business provide support, resources and volunteers to work on committees or
projects that have a positive effect on the Frankfort Area Chamber?
(7) And finally the Broader Message to be Conveyed… Is there something special about this business that can
be useful to others in the community? Can others draw on their successful techniques? Are there messages
that we can all benefit from?
Nomination Deadline in January 15, 2014
Please return nomination forms to:
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce
100 Capital Avenue
Frankfort, KY 40601
Fax: 502-223-5942
Email: [email protected]
Don’t be shy about tooting
your own horn!!
Self nominations are
welcomed and encouraged.
The recipient of this award will be chosen by the Frankfort Chamber Annual Meeting Committee.
The Frankfort Chamber Member Business of the Year Award will be presented at the Frankfort Area Chamber of
Commerce Annual Meeting on Friday, February 7, 2014
Please use additional paper if needed to complete the nomination form on page 13.
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2014
Frankfort Chamber
Business of the
Year Award
2014 FRANKFORT CHAMBER BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD
Business Name: _____________________________________________________________
Contact Person: ______________________________________________________________
Nominated by: _______________________________________________________________
Please write a synopsis of the business accomplishments, not to exceed 300 words, for use in the balloting procedure.
A reminder that nominees must be a Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce member in good standing.
Timeliness of the Award - How long has the establishment been in business? __________________________
Employee Impact - Does the business provide family friendly work environment, benefits, training opportunities, etc.: ___ Yes ___ No Comments: _________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
Successfulness - How has the business been able to survive the ripples in the economy, the effects of competition and market changes? Comments: __________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Business Impact…Is the business well-managed? Is the management philosophy consistent with stability,
growth, ethical business practices, and continuing improvement of the business? ___ Yes ___ No
Comments: _______________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Community Impact...Does the business provide support, resources and volunteers to work on broader community projects, committees and efforts that have a positive effect on the greater Frankfort community and provide
community leadership? ___ Yes ___ No Comments: ______________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Chamber Impact… Does that business provide support, resources and volunteers to work on committees or
projects that have a positive effect on the Frankfort Area Chamber? ___ Yes ___ No Comments: ____________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
And finally the Broader Message to be Conveyed… Is there something special about this business that can be
useful to others in the community? Can others draw on their successful techniques? Are there messages that we
can all benefit from? Comments: _______________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Please use additional paper if needed.
Return form to:
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce, 100 Capital Avenue, Frankfort, KY 40601
Fax: 502-223-5942 or Email: [email protected]
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MOBILE APP SPONSORSHIPS
FrankfortKY2Go Mobile App Provides You a Mobile Presence
The Frankfort Regional Medical Center presents FrankfortKY2Go, the Frankfort Area Chamber’s new mobile app now
available in the iTunes App Store and the Android Marketplace. This new app will be compatible with iPhones, Android-based phones, and Blackberries, offering one-touch connectivity to the Frankfort Chamber and Community
events and news, your favorite business members, maps, social media and much more.
To download your FREE Frankfort Area
Chamber mobile app, scan this QR code
With your mobile device, search
FrankfortKY2Go from your iPhone or
Android, or Text “Frankfort App” to 80802
$2,500
$1,500
$500
$300
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MEMBER BENEFIT
FrankfortKY2Go Mobile App Provides You a Mobile Presence
The Frankfort Regional Medical Center presents FrankfortKY2Go, the Frankfort Area Chamber’s new mobile app now
available in the iTunes App Store and the Android Marketplace. This new app will be compatible with iPhones, Android-based phones, and Blackberries, offering one-touch connectivity to the Frankfort Chamber and Community
events and news, your favorite business members, maps, social media and much more.
To download your FREE Frankfort Area
Chamber mobile app, scan this QR code
With your mobile device, search
FrankfortKY2Go from your iPhone or
Android, or Text “Frankfort App” to 80802
Submit Your Deal on the Frankfort Area Mobile App for Mobile Users
As a member of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce, you have the opportunity to promote your
deals/mobile coupons at no cost on our new mobile app, FrankfortKY2Go. This allows you to drive more
traffic to your business or restaurant through the use of mobile technology. Simply fill out the form below,
and we’ll let you know when your deal is posted.
NAME*: __________________________________
PROMOTION TEXT*:_______________________
EMAIL*: __________________________________
________________________________________
BUSINESS NAME*: __________________________
LEGALESE/DEAL DETAILS:
__________________________________________
DEAL NAME*: ______________________________
__________________________________________
DEAL DESCRIPTION*:
START DATE*: _________________
END DATE*: ___________________
*Required fields.
Submit completed forms by fax to (502) 223-5942 or
by email to [email protected]
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2014 Capital Visitor Guide
Advertising Opportunity
The 2014 edition of the Capital
Visitor is jointly published by the
Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce, Frankfort/Franklin County
Tourist Commission and Downtown Frankfort, Inc.
Useful content includes several self
-guided topic-specific itineraries,
listings of Frankfort area attractions, area vineyards, recreational
opportunities, shopping destinations, restaurants and pubs, annual
events and accommodations.
The Capital Visitor will be
available online as an interactive
virtual magazine. Readers will be
able to view Frankfort’s visitor guide online just as it appears in print. Plus, as an added value to print ads, readers will be taken directly to your web site with a simple
click of the mouse. All references to web sites in the editorial listings will also be hyperlinked to the web sites.
There is no additional charge for this. The online Capital
Visitor will be posted on all three organization’s web sites.
The eight-page center fold-out of detailed area maps will
also be accessible online as an interactive Flash map with
call-outs that provide details of major attractions and hyperlinks to their web sites.
The Capital Visitor is the only official visitors’ guide
published as a member service to promote the Frankfort
Area. Whether here on pleasure or business, visitors look
for fun things to do, good food to eat, interesting merchandise to take home, and a comfortable place to spend the
night. With each choice they make, they are fueling our
local economy!
Frankfort Area Member Information
Sponsorship & Event Registration
See page 17 for Listing of Events/Programs
___________________________________
Business Name
___________________________________
Contact Name
___________________________________
Mailing Address
___________________________________
City, State, Zip
___________________________________
Telephone
___________________________________
Email Address
Total Tickets ___ x $____.00 =
Total Sponsorships
Total Opportunities
Total Amount Due
________
________
________
________
___ Check Enclosed
___Please invoice me
___Please charge my credit card
Account# : _______-_______-________
Expiration Date _____/_____ CVV _____
__________________________________
Signature
Office Use Only
Date Received: ____________________
Date Processed: ___________________
Approval Code: ___________________
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2014 Sponsorship Promotion &
Pre-Event Registration Opportunities
$______
$______
$______
$______
$______
Annual Meeting & Live Auction
$3000
Presenting Sponsor
$1500
Contributing Sponsor
$ 750
Award & Program Sponsor
$ 500
Table Sponsor
$ 100
Centerpiece Sponsor
SOLD
$1400
$ 300
$ 350
$ 350
$ 240
$ 100
$ 50
SOLD
$ 500
$ 150
FEBRUARY
$______
FEBRUARY
$______
April 23,
2014
$______
APRIL
$______
JUNE
$______
NOVEMBER
$______
OCTOBER
$______
BEGINS
OCTOBER
$______
$______
Front Page Ad
$100
$150
3 months
Web Pages Ad 3 months
Website Marketing
1 month/$50 3 months/$75
Member-2-Member or Mobile Discounts offer a discount on goods or services for fellow
Chamber members. You decide the offer and
terms.
Chamber Newsletter Sponsor - This bimonthly publication is sent out to over 700
members and colleagues and offers a great
way to get information out about your business.
$250
Chamber E-News Sponsor - Put your company information and website link on the
Chamber’s monthly electronic newsletter.
Limited to two (2) businesses per month.
Marketing Opportunities
Frankfort First Foundation Sponsor
Entrepreneurial 501 (c) 3
$5000
Presenting Sponsor
$3500
Platinum Sponsor
$2500
Gold Sponsor
$1500
Silver Sponsor
Leadership Frankfort Class
SOLD
Presenting Sponsor
$ 500
Scholarship Sponsor
$ 250
Challenge Day Sponsor
It’s All Frankfort Community Expo &
Chili Cook-off
SOLD
Presenting Sponsor
$1000
Contributing Sponsor
$ 250
Tote Bag Sponsor
$ 100
Chili Cook-off Sponsor
2014 Sponsorship Promotion & Pre-Event Registration Opportunities
Discovery Breakfast 2014
$10.00
February (Media)
(Topic TBA) $10.00
May
September (Topic TBA) $10.00
$10.00
October (Topic TBA)
November (Orientation) $10.00
Reality Store
Printing Sponsor
Meal Sponsors (2 open)
$100.00 T-Shirt Sponsors (10 open)
per month) Golf Tournament
Presenting Sponsor
Meal Sponsor
First Place Team Prize (2 open)
Beverage Cart (2 open)
Putting Contest Sponsor
$100.00 Team Sponsor
Hole Sponsor
Door Prize Sponsor
General Assembly Reception
$1000
Event Hosts
Membership Network Luncheon
$ 500
$15.00
March (Topic TBA)
$______ Event Co-Hosts
$ 250
$15.00
April (Legislative)
$______ Event Supporter
$ 250
June (Leadership FKT) $15.00
$______ Beverage Sponsor
September (Topic TBA) $15.00
$______
Admini. Professional Conference
November (Networking) $15.00
$______
$2500
Presenting Sponsor
$1500
Luncheon Sponsor
Relocation/Newcomer Insert
500
$
Sponsor
Breakfast
You provide materials for inclusion
250
$
Sponsor
Bag
Goody
in Chamber relocation packets. Par$ 75
Event Sponsor
ticipation includes insert for a 12$75.00
Farm City Banquet
month period.
SOLD
Presenting Sponsor
Chamber Mailing Insert
$1500
Sponsor
Community
(limit 1 sponsor per month)
$100.00
$ 500
Sponsor
Award
You provide materials for inclusion (Limited to Table Sponsor
$ 150
in each month Chamber mailings to one (1)
company
over 700 members.
Choice of Month ______________
Business After Hours
Held monthly on Tuesday or Thursday from 5:00—7:00 p.m. at your
location. Host provides refreshments. Call the Chamber for available dates
Eggs & Issues Mixer
Held quarterly from 7:30-9:00 a.m.
at your location. Host provides
refreshments. Call the Chamber for
available dates
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At Priority Training, we provide superior training at affordable prices. We are committed to helping you get the
training that you need at prices you can afford.
We have small classes that are instructor led, hands on and
tailored to meet your specific needs. For more information
or to register - Call 859-553-6030 Today!
Business after Hours is a great way to
showcase your business to fellow Chamber members and potential customers.
The Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce is currently signing up members
for our 2014 Business after Hours
events. Cost to host is $100, plus food
and beverages.
To reserve your month and day, call Suzy
at the Chamber office 502-223-8261 or
email Suzy at [email protected].
Quickbook Pro—Jan. 18 or Feb. 22—9:00 a.m.
Learn how to easily organize your financial information. Enter checks, deposits, and other transactions, utilize time saving tips and features, back up files, create reports.
WordPress Web Design—Feb. 10th, 17th, and 24th - 5:30 –
8:30 p.m. (class meets for 3 nights) Let our web designer
help you create your own website or teach you how to update and make changes to the one you may already have.
Microsoft Excel—Jan. 11th or Feb. 8th - 8:30 a.m.
Learn the features and tools of Microsoft Excel including
setting up a workbook, performing data calculations, changing document appearances, sorting and working with charts
and printing.
Business Entities/Why Incorporate? Jan. 25th or Feb. 27th
- 12:30—1:30 p.m.
Learn the differences between LLC and S Corp and the importance of setting up a business entity.
How to Take Credit Card Payment with your Phone—
Jan. 25th or Feb. 27 - 10:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Learn how to take credit card payments using your phone,
IPAD or laptop.
Anger Management - Jan. 25th or Feb. 27 - 8:30 –10:30 a.m.
Learn the nature and physiology of anger, positive and
negative ways of expressing anger, the consequences or anger and anger management techniques.
Priority Training Center offers Frankfort Area Chamber of
Commerce members in good standing M2M Discounts. Call
Sara Ely, Owner for more information and for costs of
classes.
Priority Training Center
Lexington, KY
859-553-6030 /www.priority-training.com
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Let the Frankfort Chamber’s buying power save
you up to 60% on your office supplies!
The Chamber’s new office supply discount
program through Office Depot helps you:
 Streamline ordering with free next day delivery!
 Monitor your expenses with monthly reporting!
Convenient ways to order: fax, phone, Internet or by retail store!
It’s easy to get started...all you need to do is call Carmen Engle at (502) 223-8261 or complete and fax to (502) 223-5942
Once approved, Office Depot will send you a catalog and your account number to Start Your Savings!
Fax Back – (502) 223-5942
AVAILABLE TO FRANKFORT CHAMBER MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING ONLY
Company Name ___________________________________________________________________________
Contact Name ______________________________________________________ #of Employees__________
Address _________________________________________________________________________________
Phone ________________________
Fax __________________________
Email ____________________________________________ Monthly Office Supply Expense $__________
Start saving today the Office Depot Way!
Advertising/Marketing Opportunities in the Chamber Quarterly Newsletter
The ChamberNews, is a publication that is mailed to the Frankfort Chamber membership and distributed through the
Chamber website and Chamber E-News.
ChamberNews advertising is sold in one to three-month increments. Ad content can be changed each quarter, but not
ad size. Ad copy deadline is 1 month before the distribution date.
Full Page 7.5” x 10” or Full Page Insert 8.5”‘x 11”
1X- $175.00
3x - $480.00
½ Page Vertical or horizontal
7 ¾ “ x 5” horizontal or 3 ¾” x 10” vertical
1X - $110.00
3X – $270.00
¼ Page, 3 ½” x 4 ¼”
1X - $ 70.00
3X - $210.00
Back Page
1X - $ 90.00
3X - $225.00
Business Card 3 ½” x 2”
1X - $ 45.00
3X - $120.00
Back Page Business Card
1X - $ 65.00
3X - $180.00
Specifications for Newsletter Ads: Must be in JPEG or PDF Format
Email to [email protected], Black/White only
Ads prepared by publisher: Advertiser will receive proof by fax or email prior to publication.
Deadline: Art must be supplied by the last Friday of the month preceding publishing.
Questions??
Please call the Frankfort Chamber at 502-223-8261 or email to [email protected].
Banner Ads Are Also Available on the Chamber Website for
$100 per month or $1,000 for a Year!
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2014
Member-to-Member Discount Program
“It Pays to Shop With Members”
Every time you call or visit a Chamber member for a product or
service, you are promoting member-to-member business. The members listed offer discounts on their goods
and services. As a member of the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce, you are entitled to these discounts. You
can start reaping these savings just by calling one of the members listed at www.frankfortky.info (Member
Benefits) when you are looking for a particular product or service and letting them know that you are patronizing their business because they are member of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce.
To make it easier for participating merchants and service providers to tell if someone is authorized to use the
Chamber discount, special “Chamber Membership” cards are given to Chamber members (see sample
below).
2014
It’s really that easy! And it really does pay to shop with members.
Merchants are rewarded by increased business and visibility. Members and their employees save money by shopping with you or using
your services.
The Chamber will publish our Member-to-Member Discounts quarterly in the Chamber Newsletter along with a listing of our M2M
Participants on the Chamber website. Take advantage of this FREE
OPPORTUNITY to be included in our next publication. If your company would like to be included, complete
the below Registration Form and return it to the Chamber office. For more information, call Suzy Hosley at
502-223-8261 or email your discount to [email protected].
REGISTRATION FORM
To increase the amount of business done among Chamber members, the Frankfort Area Chamber of
Commerce offers, on an ongoing basis, the Member-to-Member Discount Program. Don’t miss this FREE
OPPORTUNITY to be included in our next publication. Act now, just complete the information below and
return to the Chamber office by mail to 100 Capital Avenue, or via fax to 502-223-5942.
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Date: _________________ Company: ________________________________________________________
Contact Name: _________________________________ Title/Authorized Signature: ___________________
Address: ______________________________________ City, State, Zip: _____________________________
Telephone: ____________________________________ Email: ____________________________________
Website: ______________________________________ Fax: _____________________________________
Discount (s) or special service (s) offered: _____________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________
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Have You Taken Advantage of your Chamber Benefits?
Are you sure your organization is receiving all the benefits of your Chamber
membership? Look at the list below and place a check next to the programs/
events your organization participates in. You may be surprised at the opportunities you’re missing.
___ I regularly submit Member News briefs and/or promote my organization by advertising in the
Chamber Newsletter, Chamber E-News, and Spotlight Your Business.
___ I promote my organization to visitors and residents by advertising in the Chamber Relocation Guide,
Frankfort Street Map, Capital Visitor Guide and State of the Community Publication.
___ I provide the Chamber with a supply of brochures/business cards for their lobby services.
___ I network with my fellow members by attending the Annual Meeting, Golf Outing, Membership
Showcases, Membership Luncheons, Member Discovery Breakfasts, or Business after Hours events.
___ I’ve informed the Chamber about my website address and taken advantage of the Chamber’s Free
Business Description on the Chamber Membership Directory website.
___ I’ve showcased my business/organization by hosting a Business after Hours or by exhibiting at the
She Expo or People’s Choice Awards.
___ I participate in Chamber Program/Event Committees.
___ I sponsored a Chamber event/program throughout the year.
___ I’ve checked the Chamber’s Office Depot program to see if I could be saving some money to increase
revenue or reinvest in my business/organization.
___ I’ve had the Chamber perform a grand opening/re-opening ribbon cutting ceremony for my business
or organization.
___ I’ve participated in the Small Business Mentoring Group or Secret Shopper Program.
___ I’m participating in the Small Business Committee/Retail Merchant Council.
___ I’ve taken advantage of my (1) Free Showcase booth, (1) Free Spotlight your Business, (1) Free
Newsletter or Chamber E-News business card size ad.
If you see items that you have not checked and are interested in seeing how the Frankfort Chamber can
promote your business, please call our office at 502-223-8261 and we’ll be glad to assist you.
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We Had A Blast Networking and Learning in 2013
We hosted Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies New Member Orientation
and Discovery Breakfasts with virtual tours. Members were able to
network, discuss, and learn about
new software and programs that
could assist their businesses grow.
The Frankfort Chamber hosted events
and programs to
bring community
and Chamber members together for
some good ole’
fashion FUN! Our
Luck Be a Lady Golf
Tee is always a fun
time!
Over 400 business leaders have
participated and graduated from
the Leadership Frankfort program
and brought focus on a much needed
community projects. The Weekend
Backpack Snacks Program continues
to be the Leadership Frankfort Alumni’s project. With over 180 students depending on this program for their weekend meals, this is a
very important community project.
In 2013, the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce staff, Board of
Directors and volunteers hosted (10) Discovery Breakfast/
Luncheons, (8) Business after Hours, (5) Women in Business events,
(3) Legislative Information sessions, (5) Lunch Mob-Networking
events, (4) Industry to Industry & Industry to School Tours, and (20)
Ribbon Cuttings. We had a Blast and hope you can join us in 2014
for a great time of networking and business education.
Over 548 eighth grade students and 65 volunteers participated in Reality Store in 2013, sponsored by KECU. This hands on simulation helps
students associate their GPA with potential job
possibilities.
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Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce End-of-Year Report
Program of Work, 2013 Key Priorities and Impact Areas
Each year the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors takes Membership Survey
results and set our program of work for the upcoming year. Here were our 2013 Key Priorities
and Impact Areas, along with our completed Program of Work for 2013.
The Frankfort Chamber’s 2013 Key Priorities and Impact Areas are:
Sustain and expand business growth within the Frankfort Chamber membership
Sustain and expand local business growth
Foster an improved quality of life through business advocacy and leadership
Membership Development – VP Diana Geddes, chair
Expand and diversify Chamber revenue sources to ensure successful implementation of Chamber mission and
vision.
A. Increase Frankfort Chamber Membership to 800 by January 1, 2016.
New Member Chamber booklets will be passed to Chamber Board members to pass along
to potential members Ongoing
Chamber Board of Directors to continue sending emails or phone calls welcoming new members
Promote the Chamber and its members' products and services to the community Ongoing
Video marketing – quick commercials for business – member benefit option
Grow contact lists
B. Recognize Tenure Chamber members
Offer certificate for number of years of Chamber support Ongoing
C. Continue to promote the Member Benefit programs
Member-2-Member Discount Program - Ongoing
Offer YouTube Videos - Ongoing
D. Offer Member of the Month
Membership criteria has been developed and implemented - Ongoing
Small Business Development and Growth – VP Rachel Peake, chair
A. Promote and Market new Be Local/Buy Local Campaign
Purchase of shopping totes with new logo - Completed
B. Increase marketing of the goods and services of local businesses targeted to visitors, residents, and commuters
D. Create Value to Chamber member Small Businesses
Develop Small Business network 4-5 businesses at each meeting on a bi-monthly basis.
Work to present seminar/class on Developing an Elevator Pitch
Community Development – VP Community Development - Laura Leigh Goins, chair
A. Leverage KSU graduates/ Mentoring programs (Gen X/Y and KSU Students)
Support the Small Business Development Committee efforts to host The Green 2 Gold Program will bring
Kentucky State University students into the Frankfort and Franklin County Community to work for local business. Ongoing
B. Engage younger age group (Idea: Student rep on board from KSU)
Work with Kentucky State University to develop program that would allow student participation on the
Chamber Board. Develop criteria for program prior to implementation. Completed
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Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce End-of-Year Report
Program of Work, 2013 Key Priorities and Impact Areas
Government Affairs – VP Tony Sholar, chair
Work to address perceived regulatory barriers to establishing or expanding an existing
business
Be the organization to facilitate and connect community leaders
Host joint community meeting with Tourism, Downtown Frankfort, KY Capital Development
Corporation, City and County governments in March 2013. Completed
C. Continue to provide information to Chamber members on issues that may impact their
respective business and the positions the Chamber has taken on behalf of our members Ongoing
Through Frankfort Chamber Legislative Paper and Updates
Through Partnership with Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
Through Partnership with Kentucky Retail Federation
Candidate Forums and Informational Public Policy Luncheons
D. Continue active involvement in local & regional public policy advocacy groups Ongoing
E. Continue to engage with Bluegrass Economic Advancement Movement (BEAM)
Economic Development – VP and President-elect Rene True, chair
A. Continue Work on the Work Ready Community Project
Continue to engage area schools, colleges and community leaders to develop a plan to move
Frankfort and Franklin County forward in our Work Ready Community designation by January 2015. Ongoing
B. Support and Partner on Entrepreneur Programs & Entrepreviewer Project
Continue partnership with Doug Howard, Howard Law Group, Downtown Frankfort, Kentucky State
University and Frankfort/Franklin County Community Education on Entrepreneur Programs Ongoing
Develop the Frankfort First Foundation – An Entrepreneurial Foundation - 501 (c) 3 –
The Frankfort Chamber E.D. Committee, along with our community partners will work to activate the Frankfort
First Foundation to assist with scholarships/funding. The Frankfort First Foundation is the 501(c)3 arm of the Frankfort Chamber - Completed
Continue to support of Kentucky Capital Development Corporation Mission Ongoing
Continue to work on existing Industrial Outreach Program Ongoing
Supported Community and Legislative Issues in 2013:
(1) Supported the World Trade Center Export Initiative to recruit local Chamber member businesses to export
their goods and services.
(2) Supported Buffalo Trace Distillery’s Distribution Center expansion.
(3) Supported Frankfort Regional Medical Center’s request for Certificate of Public Need (COPN) for the new
12-bed Geriatric Psychiatric unit.
(4). Supported City of Frankfort FY2014 grant application for funding to operate the Frankfort Transit system
(5). Supported City of Frankfort Brownfield Grant application.
(6). Supported Resolution for Work Ready Community & Education Initiatives to make the Work Ready project
part of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce Program of Work.
(7). Continued support of BR77, AN ACT relating to the angel investor tax credit. Pre-filed by Rep. Arnold
Simpson, this legislation would establish the angel investor tax credit program for certain investments in small
businesses and would be a step in the right direction to recognize the need for capital in small businesses.
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Administrative Professionals Conference
A half-day educational and networking conference for area
Administrative Professionals. This event includes speakers to
address personal and professional challenges of front office professionals. The event includes morning workshops, networking opportunities, Business Expo, Continental breakfast, lunch and a Spring
fashion show. Sponsors are needed for this event:
Presenting Sponsor - $2500
Breakout Session Sponsor - $1500
Administrative Professionals Conference
Healthy Break Sponsor—$500 Event Cost - $75 per person
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This event is a great way to support your front line workers.
Kentucky State University News
Articles by Kentucky State University
KSU Accepts National Award For Agriculture Program
Dr. Marion Simon and Louie Rivers Jr. of Kentucky State University’s College of Agriculture,
Food Science and Sustainable Systems, along with several others on the Third Thursday
Thing team, accepted the 2013 United States Secretary of Agriculture’s Honor Award on
Dec. 11.
The award was presented by Secretary of Agriculture Thomas J. Vilsack in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Jefferson Auditorium in Washington, D.C.
The Third Thursday Thing team received the award for developing and sustaining an educational program
that empowers more than 12,000 farmers and positively impacts the quality of life and economic vitality of
rural communities.
Considered the most prestigious award given by the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of
Agriculture, KSU was the only university selected to receive the highly competitive award for enhancing the
economic vitality and quality of life in rural America.
Third Thursday Thing is a monthly sustainable agriculture workshop that targets small farmers, beginning
farmers and agricultural professionals, including KSU and University of Kentucky researchers, cooperative extension specialists and small farm assistants. Meetings are held on various topics at KSU’s Research and Demonstration Farm in Frankfort, Ky.
KSU AND LOUISVILLE PARTNER ON HEALTHY FOOD AND NUTRITION INITIATIVE
Kentucky State University’s College of Agriculture, Food Science and Sustainable Systems has begun the initial
work toward a pilot food security research and service project in the Jefferson County area.
The Thorobred Nutrition Kitchen is a 24-foot commercial kitchen created with the goal of providing education on nutrition and healthy cooking to communities and families. The kitchen is intended to make healthy
foods more accessible, especially in urban neighborhoods.
With the help of the community and partnering organizations, the university plans to make a healthy impact
in Louisville and the Commonwealth of Kentucky using the mobile produce market concept, which has become more popular, especially in at-risk neighborhoods. The College of Agriculture, Food Science and Sustainable Systems will also be able to conduct research in the area of food security and access.
KSU is collaborating with the Louisville Metro Government, Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer’s office, Mid Farm
America, Farm Credit and YouthBuild of Louisville.
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Every year since 1963, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National
Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners.
More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business, and they create about two out of
every three new jobs in the U.S. each year.
As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration takes the opportunity to
highlight the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others from all 50 states and
U.S. territories. Every day, they’re working to grow small businesses, create 21st century jobs, drive innovation, and increase America’s global competitiveness.
National Small Business Week has been recognizing the special impact made by outstanding entrepreneurs
and small business owners since 1963. During this week, the U.S. Small Business Administration honors small
business owners and entrepreneurs for their outstanding achievements through various awards.
SBA is currently seeking nominations from the public for exceptional entrepreneurs. You can use the online
portal to submit your nomination for the following awards:
Small Business Person of the Year Awards
Small Business Exporter of the Year
Phoenix Award for Small Business Disaster Recovery
Phoenix Award for Outstanding Contributions to Disaster Recovery
Federal Procurement Award- Small Business Prime Contractor of the Year Award
Federal Procurement Award- Small Business Subcontractor of the Year Award
Federal Procurement Award- Dwight D. Eisenhower Award for Excellence
8(a) Graduate of the Year Award
Small Business Development Center Excellence and Innovation Award
Veterans Business Outreach Center Excellence in Service Award
Women’s Business Center of Excellence Award
Deadline for submission: 11:59pm ET, January 17, 2014.
To nominate a local Small Business, please visit the Awards Nomination
Portal: http://nationalsmallbusinessweek.sba.gov/
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Mark Your Calendars
Upcoming Chamber Events
2014 Annual Meeting, Silent & Live Auction
Friday, February 7, 2014 * Capital Plaza Hotel
5:30 p.m. - Frankfort Forward Partners Reception
6:00 p.m. - VIP Reception w/music by Sammy Coulter
6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Dinner & Auction
Administrative Professionals Conference
Thursday, April 23, 2014 * Capital Plaza Hotel
8:30 a.m.—1:00 p .m.
Farm/City Banquet, Sponsored by Whitaker Bank
Tuesday, April 29, 2014* Capital Plaza Hotel
5:30—9:00 p.m.
Chamber Annual Golf Tournament
Sponsored by Farmers Bank
Friday, June 13, 2014 * Juniper Hill Golf Course
7:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. Tee Time
Check out page 17 for Sponsorship Opportunities in 2014. A Great Way to Promote
Your Business and Network with fellow
Chamber members and potential clients
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