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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The Capital City Chamber’s Office will be closed on
Friday, March 21 st in observance of the Good Friday Holiday. We will
reopen regular hours on Monday, March 24 th.
The Capital City Chamber of
Commerce would like to wish you and
your family a Happy Easter!
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Weekly Savings Tip: Economic Stimulus Package ALERT!
Think
twice before accepting a refund anticipation loan for your tax
refund. These loans, while legal in some states, usually have high
interest rates and can be extremely costly.
Additionally, the IRS is warning taxpayers to be on the alert for scams to obtain
personal and financial information, using the economic stimulus package as
bait. These scams may attempt to gather this information by advertising
advance payment of the economic incentives.
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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 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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Business Connections-Through Strong Relationships
The Central and
South Texas Minority Business Council presents the “Face Time” Expo at
the Crown Plaza Hotel, 111 Pecan St., San Antonio, 78205 on March 20th,
2008 at 8 a.m. The purpose of this event is to provide access to Purchasers
and Commodity buyers from the Private and Public sector and to assist
business growth through relationships. Minority business owners are
encouraged to attend this event to build new relationships and improve existing
relationships with buyers in Corporate America.
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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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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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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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