Upcoming Chamber Events
Event: Roundtable Workshop "Making Your Money Grow"
Date: Wednesday, March 19th, 11:30 am until 1:00 pm
Location: Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd St.
Cost: FREE
For more information about Chamber events, please visit our website at www.capcitychamber.org
Be on the lookout for a new addition to the Chamber's website that will allow you to upload your resume and allowed it to be view by potential employers.
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Daylight savings time will end on Saturday, March 8, 2008. Don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour on Saturday night.
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Business Education Training - BizAid Extended!
The City of Austin's Small Business Development Program has extended the Business Education contract through the end of January 2008. To register for Business Plan Writing visit the City Of Austin’s Small Business Development Program website at www.cityofaustin.org/sbdp .
All classes are held at the International Center of Austin located at 201 E. 2nd Street downtown Austin. The fee for each course is $25 and includes course materials, parking, and a light lunch.
Upcoming Classes Include:
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Business Plan Wrting I, Monday, March 10th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Busines Plan Writing II, Tuesday, March 11th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Business Plan Writing I, Wednesday, March 19th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Business Plan Writing II, Thursday, March 20th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Business Plan Writing I, Monday, March 24th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Business Plan Writing II, Wednesday, March 26th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Capacity for each session is 25 people. Register today to reserve your space www.cityofaustin.org/sbdp .
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2008 Bigidea Day Competition
 BiGAustin announces their 2008 BiGidea day Business Plan Competition. This new addition to the annual big awards day will offer at a $5000 cash prize to the entrepreneur wit the best business plan. The criteria for entering the competition are:
- The plan must be an original idea for a business in operation for five years or less.
- The business must be in legal operation for 6 months.
- The principal business operations of the business must be located in Central Texas.
- The business must not have a revenue that exceeds $500,000.
Entries are being acception online, by fax or in person. To enter the competition visit www.bigaustin.org. Entries much be received by 5p.m, March 21.
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Help Get Austin Financially Fit
A coalition of Austin organizations and officials are teaming up to create Financial Fitness Greater Austin 2008, the week of April 21st, to highlight National Financial Literacy Month and promote financial education in our community. Organizing partners include the Capital City African American Chamber of Commerce, the Alliance for Economic Inclusion, Senator Kirk Watson, and the Financial Literacy Coalition of Central Texas. Over 25 local banks, credit unions, professional organizations, and nonprofits have signed on to support and promote the initiative.
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Bank of America Is Currently Accepting Applications for Neighborhood Excellence Initiative
Bank of America in Austin is now accepting applications for the Neighborhood Excellence Initiative TM. Through this initiative, Bank of America has contributed $900,000 in Austin and over $70 million in communities across the country. The Neighborhood Excellence Initiative uniquely provides capacity-building opportunities through leadership development and mission based funding to organizations addressing the most pressing needs of our communities. In addition, the program encourages individuals who are passionate about improving their communities through recognition and leadership development. To learn more about Neighborhood Excellence and the Bank of America Charitable Foundation or to apply online, please visit www.bankofamerica.com/neighborhoodexcellence. Neighborhood Builder and Local Hero applications are due by June 27th.
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CCAACC to Host Annual Business Awards Luncheon
The Capital City Chamber is proud to announce our Annual Awards & Business Luncheon on Thursday, June 4, 2008. This luncheon will highlight our members for their accomplishments made over the past year.
There were will awards for various types of businesses. Stay turned for more details on award categories and instructions on how to submit entries.
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Nationwide Issurance Currently Seeking Applicants for Agency Capital Builder Program
CCAACC Member Nationwide is currently looking for individuals that are interested in joining their Agency Capital Builder Program. This program is design for individuals who have a proven track record of success, capital to invest and an entrepreneurial spirit. This program allows participants to work closely with the Nationwide team to build their agency. Participants can expect: ·Office & fully subsidized lease for the first 2 years ·Ongoing support from a team of agency specialists ·Extensive agency operations, sales and product training support ·Ability to build capital for future agency program opportunities If you would like more information on how you can join this program, contact Andy McKirahan at (512) 818-0256 or via email at mckiraa@nationwide.com.
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Shalana Poole of Edward Jones Presents " Plan, Protect, Prevent"
Don't Be a Victim of Financial Fraud
Join CCAACC Member Shalana Poole at 14101 Hwy. 290W, Ste. 400A on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 from 10:00 am until 11:30 am for “Plan, Protect, Prevent: Don't Be a Victim of Financial Fraud.” Chances are you or someone you know has been the victim of financial fraud. Financial fraud is not only a top consumer complaint, but it also results in billions of lost dollars each year - and the most troublesome form of fraud is identity theft. With special guest, Barry Minkow, a reformed scam artist, he will share his unique perspective on financial fraud. Bring your family, friends and co-workers. To R.S.V.P contact Trish Morgan at (512) 894-0665 or via email at trish.morgan@edwardjones.com.
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PeopleFund Presents Annual East Night
PeopleFund presents East Night 2008 on Thursday, April 3, 2008, honoring Mayor Pro Tem Betty Dunkerley, Will Meredith of MFI and two outstanding PeopleFund small businesses. Join us for live music, dancing, a silent auction, and an enticing dinner buffet. Festivities will begin at 6:00 pm at Fiesta Gardens located at 2100 Bergman. Tickets are $35.00. For more information please call 472-8087 or visit www.peoplefund.org. To purchase tickets online go to https://www.peoplefund.org/events/event.php?index=10.
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UT at Austin's Diabetes Coaching Program
Join Dr. Mary Steinhardt of the University of Texas at Austin for the Diabetes Coaching Program. This eight-week program is designed to help individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes lead more productive lives. It will consist of 8 classes and a follow-up session conducted at Olivet Baptist Church, 1179 San Bernard Street. To qualify for this research study you must:
· Be between 40 and 65 years of age
· Have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
· Be African American
· Have a baseline HbA1c greater than 8%
· Be overweight with a BMI greater than 25
· Be under the care of a medical physician for diabetes
· Be available to attend all of the eight group meetings.
Participants in this study can expect to receive up to $100 cash, their Glycosylated Hemoglobin score, Fasting Blood Glucoses Score, Cholesterol Levels, and blood pressure. To receive more information or to sign up for this program contact Dr. Mary Steinhardt at (512) 233-3535 or at (512) 567-1204.
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Community Events
Are you looking to get out and explore the city of Austin? There are numerous events in Austin that are fun for adults, and the entire family.
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