Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce Business Journal Q3 2014 | Page 45

Military May The Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce By: Stephanie Meisner, Director of Marketing & Communications Military May is a month of reflection the opportunity to help recognize and celebration for the Cheyenne and appreciate the impact of our Community. This year during service men and women through an the Military Proclamation at the active May agenda. The Committee Capitol Steps, Governor Matt Mead hosts luncheons to further educate declared May 16th as a statewide community members insider news holiday, Armed Forces Day. Our regarding current events and community is fortunate to have a issues that may affect the Armed variety of service men and women residing in it. The impact on the Cheyenne Community is larger than life and we are appreciative of their service. Governor Matt Mead stated “I go around and speak with many of our Armed Forces Men and Women. Many of whom I have asked ‘Why did you decide to be a part of our Nation’s Military? And one common theme is transparent in each Wyoming State Governor answer, ‘It is my duty.’ We are Matt Mead fortunate to have such loyal and strong service men and women. In return, it is our duty to reflect and Forces right here in Cheyenne. appreciate all who have served or Chairman of the Military Affairs are serving to keep our nation safe.” Committee, Andy Worshek, stated “Listening to the Governor and others at the Armed Forces The Military Affairs Committee Day Proclamation at the Capitol focuses their efforts on bridging reinforced my admiration of our the gap between the Cheyenne community, listening to the retired Community and all of the Armed Submarine Commander share his Forces Branches. During May lesson on leading at our Military the Committee provided the Affairs Leadership Luncheon and community at large, elected working with numerous veterans officials and business professionals “Why did you decide to be a part of our Nation’s Military? And one common theme is transparent in each answer, ‘It is my duty.’” groups in our city makes me very grateful for those in our hometown that have our country’s uniform.” Worshek continued to share his pride explaining “The opportunity to meet so many of the military personnel in one community made May an awesome month for the Military Affairs Committee. The chance to present the Cheyenne Trophy at the Chamber Lunch and the privilege of meeting the various soldiers, sailors and airmen at the Armed Forces Appreciation Event in the Depot Plaza, left me incredibly proud of the men and women serving our country.” Become a member of the Military Affairs Committee to further educate the Cheyenne area on the armed forces and be active in such impactful educational events. Contact Crystal Mancera, Director of Development & Growth for more information, 307.638.3388 or [email protected]. Q3 2014 BUSINESS JOURNAL l PG 45