GREATER CHEYENNE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Laramie County Clerk, Debra Lee was the featured speaker at the Women’ s Leadership December Luncheon in 2016. During the event, she shared her extraordinary stories abroad for most of her career.“ I am grateful to be from a country where I have this right [ to vote ] and these freedoms.” she shared and further stated,“ I had to go around the world to truly appreciate what was given to me at birth. And because of the courage, commitment and sacrifices of others, we have these freedoms.”
During the 2016 election the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of
Commerce hosted 6 political forums and 1 debate to help better inform voters. The featured photo is of the Mayoral Debate.
The Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce Action & Advocacy Committee conducted“ Reverse Endorsements” during this year’ s election cycle identifying pro-business candidates for the greater Cheyenne area, along with hosting other forums.
The Women’ s Leadership Award presented by Woodhouse Roden Nethercott, LLC recipient was Renee Ashworth, Express Employment Professionals Owner( featured in the center of the photo). Fellow nominees included; from left to right, Linda Goodman from Peak Wellness Center, Michele Bolkavatz from Blue Federal Credit Union, Lorrell Walter from Western Vista Credit Union, and Rhianna Brand from Grace for 2 Brothers. This award is conducted annually in partnership with the Women’ s Entrepreneurs Roundtable.
What is Reverse Endorsement?
Candidates running for office are requested to answer 10 questions in a survey format. To be endorsed, 8 of the answers must align with that of the pro-business and pro-economic development principals. Each election cycle the principals are identified by the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce Action & Advocacy Committee and Board of Directors to reflect the priorities of the current business climate. Anyone is welcome to join the Action & Advocacy Committee and take part in the generation of the principals and candidate questions. This diverse group of business professionals on the committee focuses on current issues and barriers for business. A pro-business environment can result in overall community growth. Therefore, having policy makers who not only understand economic development, but believe it, are vital. Having pro-business elected officials ensures a strong workforce, improved infrastructure and positive conditions to start, operate and build business.
Learn more about Action & Advocacy by contacting Jody McMullan, Director of Partner Relations at( 307) 638-3388 or email jodym @ cheyennechamber. org.
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