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September, 2018
Wednesday, September 19-25: Chamber Experience Trip to Iceland
Seven days
The Chamber annually hosts Experience Trips to various destinations (both domestic and international). The 2018 international destination is Iceland. Travelers on this seven-day trip, led by Chamber Explorations, will experience Iceland’s proud people and dramatic landscapes forged by fire and ice. For details on the next Experience Trip, contact the Chamber office.
Tuesday, September 25: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
Thursday, September 27: Iowa Valley Leadership
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Each year, co-sponsors Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education select 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and bring diverse strengths to the team to create the Iowa Valley Leadership Class. These emerging leaders take part in a nine-month program that immerses them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. They go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
October, 2018
Tuesday, October 9: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
Thursday, October 11: Iowa Valley Leadership
½ day project work day
Each year, co-sponsors Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education select 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and bring diverse strengths to the team to create the Iowa Valley Leadership Class. These emerging leaders take part in a nine-month program that immerses them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. As part of the class, they select a class project to benefit the community. They go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
Thursday, October 18: Iowa Valley Leadership
All day
Each year, co-sponsors Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education select 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and bring diverse strengths to the team to create the Iowa Valley Leadership Class. These emerging leaders take part in a nine-month program that immerses them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. They go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
Thursday, October 18: Business After Hours
4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at Great Western Bank’s downtown location (11 North 1st Avenue)
Great Western Bank invites all employees of Chamber member businesses and organizations to Business After Hours on Thursday, October 18 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at their downtown bank location (11 North 1st Avenue). Enjoy great food and drink while you spend some time networking with employees of other Chamber member businesses and organizations.
Tuesday, October 23: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
November, 2018
Thursday, November 8: Business to Business Showcase
5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Elmwood Country Club (1734 Country Club Lane)
The Chamber’s annual Business to Business Showcase combines the best of two events: a Business After Hours and a Business Expo. This year’s event, presented by Hy-Vee, will take place Thursday, November 8 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Elmwood Country Club. Open only to employees of Chamber member businesses, this is a great place to meet new people, learn more about other businesses, and enjoy great food and beverages. It’s also the perfect way to check out the latest offerings in holiday food and décor while being surrounded by spirit and cheer.
Tuesday, November 13: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
Thursday, November 15: Iowa Valley Leadership
All day
Each year, co-sponsors Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education select 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and bring diverse strengths to the team to create the Iowa Valley Leadership Class. These emerging leaders take part in a nine-month program that immerses them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. They go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
Thursday, November 15: Business After Hours
4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Hellberg’s Jewelers (13 West Main Street)
Hellberg’s Jewelers invites all employees of Chamber member businesses and organizations to Business After Hours on Thursday, November 15 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Their store will be decked out for the holidays. Come enjoy fabulous food and drink, see their fine jewelry and distinctive gift offerings, and get into a festive spirit, all the while making connections with employees of other Chamber members.
Thursday and Friday, November 22-23: Chamber offices closed
All day
In observance of the holiday, Chamber offices will be closed.
Tuesday, November 27: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
December, 2018
Thursday, December 6: Iowa Valley Leadership
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Each year, co-sponsors Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education select 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and bring diverse strengths to the team to create the Iowa Valley Leadership Class. These emerging leaders take part in a nine-month program that immerses them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. They go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
Thursday, December 6: Holiday Business After Hours
4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Pinnacle Bank (2206 South Center Street)
Pinnacle Bank invites all employees of Chamber member businesses and organizations to the 2018 holiday edition of Business After Hours on Thursday, December 6 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at their Marshalltown office (2206 South Center Street). Get into the holiday spirit while connecting with employees of other Chamber members over great food, refreshing drink, and engaging conversation. All employees of Chamber-member businesses and organizations are invited and encouraged to attend.
Tuesday, December 11: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
Thursday, December 13: Iowa Valley Leadership
All day
Each year, co-sponsors Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education select 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and bring diverse strengths to the team to create the Iowa Valley Leadership Class. These emerging leaders take part in a nine-month program that immerses them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. They go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
Monday and Tuesday, December 24-25: Chamber offices closed
All day
In observance of the holiday, Chamber offices will be closed.
Monday, December 31: Chamber offices closed
All day
In observance of the holiday, Chamber offices will be closed.
January, 2019
Tuesday, January 1: Chamber offices closed
All day
In observance of the holiday, Chamber offices will be closed.
Tuesday, January 8: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
Thursday, January 17: Iowa Valley Leadership
All day
Each year, co-sponsors Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education select 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and bring diverse strengths to the team to create the Iowa Valley Leadership Class. These emerging leaders take part in a nine-month program that immerses them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. They go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
Tuesday, January 22: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
February, 2019
Tuesday, February 12: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
Monday, February 18: Chamber offices closed
All day
In observance of the holiday, Chamber offices will be closed.
Thursday, February 21: Iowa Valley Leadership
All day
Each year, co-sponsors Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education select 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and bring diverse strengths to the team to create the Iowa Valley Leadership Class. These emerging leaders take part in a nine-month program that immerses them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. They go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
Tuesday, February 26: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
March, 2019
Tuesday, March 12: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
Thursday, March 21: Iowa Valley Leadership
All day
Each year, co-sponsors Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education select 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and bring diverse strengths to the team to create the Iowa Valley Leadership Class. These emerging leaders take part in a nine-month program that immerses them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. They go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
Tuesday, March 26: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
April, 2019
Tuesday, April 9: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
Thursday, April 18: Iowa Valley Leadership
All day
Each year, co-sponsors Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education select 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and bring diverse strengths to the team to create the Iowa Valley Leadership Class. These emerging leaders take part in a nine-month program that immerses them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. They go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
Friday, April 19: Chamber offices closed
All day
In observance of the holiday, Chamber offices will be closed.
Tuesday, April 23: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
May, 2019
Tuesday, May 14: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.
Thursday, May 16: Iowa Valley Leadership
All day
Each year, co-sponsors Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education select 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and bring diverse strengths to the team to create the Iowa Valley Leadership Class. These emerging leaders take part in a nine-month program that immerses them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. They go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
Thursday, May 23: Iowa Valley Leadership Class Graduation Day
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Today culminates nine months of learning and participation for the class members of 2018-2019 Iowa Valley Leadership Class. Co-sponsored by Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce and Iowa Valley Continuing Education, the group consists of 25 to 30 dynamic individuals who represent a cross section of the community and demonstrate diverse strength sets. These emerging leaders have taken part in a program that immersed them in a knowledge of different sectors of the community as well as engages them in activities. They now go on to hold leadership positions in their companies, serve on non-profit boards, volunteer for community organizations and hold public office. These leaders help make Marshalltown a great place to live, work and do business.
Monday, May 27: Chamber offices closed
All day
In observance of the holiday, Chamber offices will be closed.
Tuesday, May 28: Chamber Ambassadors
4:30 and 4:45 p.m.
The Chamber Ambassadors are the good will arms of the Chamber, welcoming new and calling on established area businesses/organizations. Their scheduled time for courtesy calls and ribbon cuttings is at 4:30 and 4:45 on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Please contact the Chamber office if you would like to schedule a visit, 641-753-6645.