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14 Graduate from Chamber’s 2018 Leadership Vance Program

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-Information courtesy the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce’s “Focus” newsletter – July/August 2018

The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce had fourteen graduates from this year’s annual Leadership Vance program. Leadership Vance is designed to create a group of informed and dedicated leaders who will contribute to the community. The program is organized into twelve sessions which began on February 7, 2018, with an orientation breakfast at Vance-Granville Community College and concluded on July 24, 2018, with a graduation ceremony and dinner at Hillside Farms in Henderson.

Participants are exposed to various aspects of Henderson and Vance County, specifically in regard to city and county government, health and community resources, economic development, agriculture and natural resources, history, media, criminal justice and law.

The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce graduates 14 community leaders from the 2018 Leadership Vance program. (Photo: Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce)

On June 14, this year’s class completed their community service project by assisting with a Vance County Food Giveaway! This project was sponsored by First Baptist Church of Henderson, St. James Missionary Church, Vance County Social Services, Vance County Cooperative Extension Center and Vance County USDA Farm Service Agency.

The class held their final celebration with a graduation dinner at Hillside Farms on Tuesday, July 24. Participants received a diploma for completing the five-month course, enjoyed reminiscing about the highlights and memories made during their five months together, ate a wonderful meal and took part in a variety of fun activities around the farm.

Graduates of this year’s class include: Mary Ann Avery, Resource Developmental Director – Boys and Girls Club of North Central NC; Ronald Bennett, Director of Transportation – Variety Wholesalers; Candice Braxton, Branch Manager – Union Bank; Dr. Jacqueline Crosson, Principal – Pinkston Street Elementary School; Rex A. Crouse (Adam), Asst. Director of Clinical Practice – 3 HC; Tia Dixon, Administrative Support Specialist – City of Henderson; Turner Pride, County Extension Director – Vance County Cooperative Extension; Christopher Reid, Compliance, Safety and Asset Protection Manager – Walmart DC 6091; Trey Snide, Sales Account Manager – WIZS; Jennifer Williams, Asst. Tax Administrator – Vance County Tax Office; Lisa M. Falkner, Vance County Emergency – Management/Emergency; Monay Grant, Customer Relations Specialist – 3HC; Dennis Jarvis, Director – Henderson-Vance County Economic Development; Christine Nguyen, Managing Editor – The Daily Dispatch.

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Tickets On Sale NOW for Chamber’s Third Annual Reverse Raffle

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-Information courtesy the Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce’s “Focus” Newsletter – July/August 2018

The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce along with the Henderson Police Department (HPD) and the Vance County Sheriff ’s Department are partnering again to host the third annual reverse raffle.

This annual event benefits a program serving local underprivileged children called “Shop With a Cop” along with the Chamber of Commerce and its efforts to help local business. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 10, 2018, and will be held at Henderson Country Club beginning at 6 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and include dinner for two, a chance at the $5,000 grand prize and a dance at the completion of the raffle. Throughout the evening, guests will be given opportunities to bid on various silent auction items as well as two reserved tickets which will be auctioned toward the end of the ticket drawing. Three reserved tickets will also be raffled during the course of the evening.

The “Shop With a Cop” activity will take place in December at which time members of the HPD and Sheriff ’s Department will take local underprivileged children shopping with local retailers for Christmas. A certain dollar amount of the proceeds raised will be set aside for each participating child. There has been a great turnout for the past two years and we are expecting no less this year. “This fundraiser allows us to do a lot of good for the local community with the proceeds and the HPD and Sheriff ’s office are always anxious to do what we can to help local children”, said Police Chief Marcus Barrow.

There are opportunities for local businesses to donate silent auction items, sponsor the event or help in other ways. Members of the HPD, Vance County Sheriff ’s Department and Chamber staff and board of directors will be making community contacts in the very near future.

If you or your business would like to purchase tickets, donate items or get more information, contact the HPD, Vance County Sheriff ’s Department or the Chamber office at 252-438-8414.

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Henderson-Vance Chamber to Hold 20th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser

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-Information courtesy Sandra Wilkerson, Director of Admin and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

Join the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce at the Henderson Country Club for the 20th Annual Chamber Challenge Golf Tournament. This Captain’s Choice tournament is one of the Chamber’s largest fundraising events for the year. The Double Eagle sponsor will be BB&T.

Date & Time:

Thursday, October 4, 2018, at 11:30 a.m. – Registration 12:00 p.m. – Lunch 1:00 p.m. – Shotgun start

Tournament Entry Fee $120/Golfer or $440/Foursome

Tournament fee includes:

  • Cart & green fees
  • Mulligan three pack
  • Goody bag
  • Lunch
  • Beverages and snacks on the course
  • Dinner and awards ceremony

Awards & contests awards for first through third place teams will be given. Skills contests include Hole-in-One, Longest Drive, and Closest to the Pin. We will also have the Poker Fun game, the “Monster Launcher,” ChipOBoard and a putting contest.

Sponsorships are available – par level and above includes a HOLE SPONSORSHIP with signage for your company:

 EAGLE Sponsor (Includes Six Players and 6 Three Packs): $1,000

 BIRDIE Sponsor – (Includes Four Players and 4 Three Packs): $ 750

 PAR Sponsor – (Includes Four Players and 4 Three Packs): $ 500

 TEAM Sponsor – (Includes Four Players and 4 Three Packs $ 440

 REFRESHMENTS (soda, water, snacks) Sponsor: $ 300

 BEVERAGE CART Sponsor – (No players): $ 300 (Two available)

 CLOSEST TO THE PIN Sponsor – (No Players): $ 125 (Two available)

 LONGEST DRIVE Sponsor: $ 125 (Two available)

 TEE BOX OR GREEN Sponsor Only: $ 100

 INDIVIDUAL Player: $ 120

“Golfers, you don’t want to miss out on this exciting day of golf. This is one of the Chamber’s largest fundraising events for the year, so we need your help!  You can be a sponsor in many ways. Not only will it promote your business, you will also have a great time networking with other area business people,” said Sandra Wilkerson, director of Admin and Events for the Henderson-Vance Chamber.

For more information, please call Wilkerson or any Chamber staff member at (252) 438-8414.

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H-V Chamber of Commerce Announces Upcoming August Ribbon Cuttings

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-Information courtesy Sandra Wilkerson, Director of Admin and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce announces two upcoming ribbon cuttings for the month of August – the Salvation Army Thrift Store and Badcock Furniture and More.

The ribbon cutting for the Salvation Army Thrift Store, 2108 Raleigh Road, Henderson, will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 10, 2018.

Badcock Furniture and More, in the Dabney Drive Shopping Center, Henderson, will hold their ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at 11 a.m.

All are invited to attend.

Daily Dispatch & H-V Chamber Seeking ’10 Under 40′ Nominations

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-Information courtesy Sandra C. Wilkerson, Director of Administration and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

Do you know someone under the age of 40 making a difference in the Henderson-Vance County community? The Daily Dispatch and the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce are seeking nominations to identify our community’s young, emerging leaders in politics, business, nonprofit, and the faith community.

To nominate someone, go to https://bit.ly/10under40form. You can also pick up forms at either the Chamber office at 414 S. Garnett Street, Henderson or at The Daily Dispatch at 304 S. Chestnut Street, Henderson.

Deadline to submit nominations is August 10, 2018

Check out the video on the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce Facebook page where Chamber President John Barnes and The Dispatch Publisher Nancy Wykle talk about why it’s important to identify the people under the age of 40 who are helping move our community forward.

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H-V Chamber Seeking Donations for New Teacher Welcome Bags

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-Information courtesy Sandra C. Wilkerson, Director of Administration and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

The Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce is preparing to welcome new teachers to the Vance County area on Tuesday, August 14, 2018. The schools include all Vance County Public Schools, Henderson Collegiate, Crossroads Christian School, Kerr-Vance Academy, and Vance Charter School.

We are looking for donations from local business owners to pack into bags for these teachers. We have approximately 210 new teachers that we will be welcoming to the area.

If your business would be able to donate, we would greatly appreciate it. Donations are being accepted now until Tuesday, August 7.

Thank you for your generous donations and for being a part of this special project.

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Lunch Break to Educate: Canva for Your Small Business

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-Information courtesy Sandra Wilkerson, Director of Admin and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

Lunch Break to Educate

Introduction to Canva for Your Small Business

Learn how to create flyers, business cards, web postings and more. This is a hands-on session.

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Register online at www.vgcc.edu/schedules/small-business-center

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Henderson-Vance Chamber Thanks Leadership-Vance Hosts

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The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce’s annual Leadership-Vance program has recently been completed for this year. Sandra C. Wilkerson, director of administration and events for the Chamber, thanks the 2018 Leadership-Vance hosts in the letter below:

Dear Leadership-Vance Hosts,

As Leadership-Vance 2018 comes to an end, I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation to you and your staff for hosting the group at your business. Your warm welcome and presentation was very enlightening and was a great learning experience for the entire group. Without you, this program would not happen.

As you are aware, the Leadership-Vance program is a proven, structured program, designed to create a corps of informed and dedicated emerging leaders in our community. The intensive training and exposure to all aspects of the community provides participants with the historical background and skills necessary for volunteer civic and community positions. It also benefits participants in their business and career goals.

I would like to encourage you and/or your staff to apply for our upcoming 2019 class. Information will go out at the end of this year.

Again, thank you for being a part of this program.

Sincerely,

Sandra C. Wilkerson

Director of Administration and Events

Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

414 S. Garnett Street P.O.Box 1302 · Henderson, NC 27536 Phone: 252-438-8414 • Fax: 252-492-8989 • www.hendersonvance.org

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Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce Announces Upcoming Ribbon-Cuttings

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-Information courtesy Sandra Wilkerson, Director of Admin and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

The Law Office of Dysart Willis, 1108 Dabney Drive, Henderson, will have a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 12, 2018, at 4 p.m.

Home Decorator Shoppe, 521 Dabney Drive, Henderson, will have a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at 10 a.m.

Ribbon-cuttings are held by the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce to welcome new Chamber members.

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Rebuild Durham to Host Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

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-Information courtesy Sandra Wilkerson, Director of Admin and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce

Rebuild Durham, a Henderson Community Resource Center for homebuyer education, housing finance, construction, workforce development and revitalization, will host a grand opening and brunch on Thursday, June 28, 2018, from 10 – 11:30 a.m.

The event will feature Rebuilding Communities.

Located at 117 Church Street in Henderson, Rebuild Durham’s grand opening will also include a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce.

Please call Rebuild Durham at (919) 723-0100 for more details.

*The ribbon-cutting for Dysart Willis, 1108 Dabney Drive, previously scheduled for Thursday, June 28 has been rescheduled for Thursday, July 12, 2018, at 4 p.m.

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