Luncheon and Tradeshow

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its first-ever Luncheon and Tradeshow set for Thursday, May 13 at Snow King Resort. Please make plans to join us at noon for the luncheon that will feature a State of the Chamber address from Board of Directors President, David Yoder. His address will be followed by a question and answer period with new Board of Directors candidates. The afternoon will round out with an opportunity for Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Members to promote their businesses at a tradeshow where community members will be invited to learn about local businesses. If you need more ideas about how to Keep Your Bucks in Jackson Hole, this is a show for you!

Tradeshow booths are $75.00 and should be reserved by Thursday, May 6. Luncheon tickets are $20.00.

For more information about the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Luncheon and Tradeshow, please contact April Hankey Projects and Operations Manager, april@jacksonholechamber.com or 307.733.3316x18.

Saint Patrick's Day

Casey Stout and Tim Harland, JH Chamber Board Member, enjoy a Saint Patrick's Day toast. Happy springtime, Jackson Hole!

Citizen of the Year Award Honors Community Involvement

Do you know someone who has benefited the area through his/her community involvement and who is widely respected in the Jackson Hole community because of his/her personal qualities as well as their contributions? If so, nominate him/her for the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year Award!

Nominating someone is quick and easy. Simply email April Hankey, Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Projects & Operations Manager, april@jacksonholechamber.com. Include the following information:

· WHO you are nominating?
· WHY you are nominating him or her?
· WHERE does he or she work?
· HOW could we get in touch with him or her?

The Citizen of the Year Award will be given out at the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Celebration that will be held on Friday, June 4 at the Mangy Moose Restaurant & Saloon. For more information about the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Celebration, please click here or visit http://members.jacksonholechamber.com and click on "Annual Awards."

2010 Summer Internship Opportunity

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is excited to offer an internship opportunity this summer! Please see more information below.

Internship Description: Interns will have the opportunity to work in the Events, Visitor Services, Operations, and Membership departments while working at the Chamber of Commerce.

Duties include the following:

• Events -- work closely with the Events Manager on all aspects of Old West Days, the July 4th Parade, and Fall Arts Festival
• Visitor Services – work with the Visitor Services Team, assisting visitors at the Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center, answering visitor inquiries at the administrative offices, and working on general visitor services projects.
• Operations – work closely with the Operations Manager to implement a digital filing system, produce the Annual Awards Celebration, and other projects.
• Membership – work closely with the Membership Manager to complete administrative tasks.

Hours: Approximately 20 hours/week

Dates Needed: May through September 2010. Dates may be flexible based on student’s school schedule.

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Motivated, forward-thinking individual who loves facing challenges and learning new skills .
• Interest in gaining experience in areas such as business communication, meeting planning, marketing, public relations, program development, project management, research, hospitality, etc.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including phone and email skills.
• Ability to handle research assignments, manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently.
• Familiarity and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Graphic design capabilities a plus.

To apply please send your resume to April Hankey, Projects & Operations Manager, april@jacksonholehcamber.com.

Grand Targhee Resort Hosts Free Ski Day

Make plans to attend the Grand Targhee Resort Chamber Mixer on Thursday, March 18. The Mixer will include a day of free skiing, après ski networking, and lodging discounts for Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Members. RSVP required. Simply email Maureen Murphy, Events Manager, mo@jacksonholechamber.com.

Lift tickets will be available for pick-up in the Activity Center. Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Members MUST RSVP to Maureen Murphy, mo@jacksonholechamber.com, to reserve a free lift ticket. Tickets will only be issued to those on the RSVP list.

After spending the day on the slopes, drop into the Trap Bar for the opportunity to socialize and network with other Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Members!

Grand Targhee Resort will be offering special rates at Teewinot Lodge for only $40 per night, plus tax. The offer is valid March 17 and18, 2010. Reservations will be accepted based on availability at time of booking. Each unit has two queen beds. Maximum occupancy is four people per room. Call 800-TAR-GHEE for reservations. Please mention “Jackson Hole Chamber Special” to receive this great rate.

For more information and to RSVP for a free lift ticket, please contact Maureen Murphy, Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Events Manager, mo@jacksonholechamber.com or 307.733.3316x26.

Posted by Kate Foster, Communications Manager, kate@jacksonholechamber.com.

Welcome!

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is starting a blog to keep our Members up-to-date. Please let us know if you have any feedback. The blog administrator will be me -- Kate Foster, Communications Manager, kate@jacksonholechamber.com.