It’s a New Year and time for new beginnings!

Our Board of Directors is an incredible group of business leaders. Our 2008 Chairman of the Board, Elaine Cortez Schroth is well connected in the community with her business (Bay Building Maintenance) and various personal interests. She is the epitome of hard work and dedication. As we have mentioned in previous Progress issues, the Marketing team led by Steve Wilcox, has been diligently working on the Chamber’s marketing material and new look. 2008 is going to be a very exciting year. Please watch for the announcements early in the year.

Please get acquainted with your Chamber, its members, Board of Directors and the staff. One of the best reasons is how we can support you and help you with your business. The Chamber wants you to be successful and thrive. Our greatest loss is when we lose a member that didn’t participate or we didn’t
know. We both lose. Let us know your expectations and we can partner together to better serve you.

Make a new commitment to yourself and the Chamber: be present. Participate. We want to make this year a successful year for you and your business. How can we make a difference in your business for 2008?

Happy New Year!

Melony Newman
President & CEO