Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber 2016 Chamber Annual Report | Page 14

One of the biggest benefits the Chamber offers to members is the opportunity to network and be connected with the business community THROUGH VARIOUS CHAMBER EVENTS .

Accomplishments & Highlights :

• Hosted six Business Before Hours with an average of 100 members at each . Special themes included Tennessee Tech Athletics and the celebration of members ’ milestone anniversaries .
• Hosted four Business After Hours with approximately 300 members at each .
• Coordinated five New Member Luncheons to showcase benefits and engagement opportunities for new and existing members .
• Produced two Bizapaloozas , one in the Spring and one in the Fall where businesses showcased their products and services . Average attendance was 400 .
• Provided three Business Coffees for our neighboring constituents in Algood , Baxter and Monterey to get updates on local issues .

9th Annual Membership Golf Tournament

ANGELA REGITKO , CHAIR

Accomplishments & Highlights :

• Played at TTU Golden Eagle Golf Club in May to allow members to network in a unique atmosphere .
• A record number 37 four man teams participated along with a host of volunteers .

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