Updated 3/20/2020 

Due to recent events we have decided to postpone the Chamber 101 event scheduled for April 9th.

As soon as the rescheduled date is set, we will inform all the registrants as well as the entire Chamber membership.  

Thank you for your understanding!

**Please note that pre-registration is requited to attend** Chamber 101 is a fun orientation to the MOV Chamber. Spend an hour with our Chamber Champions for an informative and interactive session in which we orient members to all the benefits of the Chamber. New member of the MOV Chamber? This is a perfect opportunity to get a quick snapshot of all the Chamber has to offer. New employee in your company and want to take advantage of your organization's Chamber membership? Join us for lunch, fun and fellowship at Chamber 101. Feel free to bring business cards or brochures for your organization as our Chamber Champions are excited to learn more about your organization too! Lunch will be provided We are currently confirming our menu, but we will follow back up with registered attendees to select their meal option. Due to the popularity and space constraints of Chamber 101, attendance is limited to no more than 2 attenees per membership for this event.

With our goal to limit gaterings during this time, after discussion with the team at Combined Worksite Solutions, we have decided to postpone the Lunch and Learn Session. They have rescheduled for Thursday, September 10.

Thank you for your understanding! 

Join Combined Worksite Solutions for an informative lunch session! 

Special Topic:

We will explore and discuss:

• Who Worksite Solutions is.
• How we can help with benefit communication, adding additional benefits, and employee rentention

Linda Shinn is the Area Manager at Combined Worksite Solutions and has a combined experience of 20 years in the business.

Lunch is provided courtesy of Combined Worksite Solutions. 

Space is limited. Pre-registration is required.

Friendly reminder - due to space constraints and the popularity of our Lunch & Learns, attendance is limited to no more than 2 attendees per membership for this event.

Update as of 3/20/2020

Following our goal to limit gatherings, we are working to organize this meeting as a WEBINAR so that those that want to participate can join from the convenience of their homes/offices. Please RSVP using the link below so that we can communicate with you to send you the instructions for joining the meeting webinar on April 15. Thank you for your understanding!

Government Relations Committee reviews proposed Legislation and recommends action to be taken on behalf of our members. The Committee maintains strong relationships with our local elected officials. This committee now meets meets bi-monthly.

Please RSVP by clicking the link if you are planning to attend this Government Relations Committee meeting.

Not on the roster? Send us an email at info@movchamber.org and we'll get you on the list to receive updates, meeting reminders, etc. 

Update as of 8/17/2020 -

Rescheduled Date  - Thursday, October 1, 2020

After discussions with the leadership team at Hall Financial Advisors and Tenney & Associates, we are postponing this event. They are very excited to host a Business After Hours and we have secured a new date of Thursday, October 1. As soon as the rescheduled date is set, we will inform all the registrants as well as the entire Chamber membership.

Thank you for your understanding!

Please join us to celebrate our April Business After Hours Hosted by Hall Financial Advisors, LLC and Tenney & Associates, LCC CPA's. Stay tuned for more details. Parking will be located behind the building.

Update as of 3/20/2020

Following our goal to limit gatherings, we are working to organize this meeting as a WEBINAR so that those that want to participate can join from the convenience of their homes/offices. Please RSVP using the link below so that we can communicate with you to send you the instructions for joining the meeting webinar on April 22.

Thank you for your understanding!

Women in Leadership Conference is our focus for this meeting.

The Special Events Committee members possess interest and skill in event planning and fundraising while marketing and networking with a variety of businesses. Please RSVP by clicking the link if you are planning to attend this Special Events Committee meeting. Not on the roster? Send us an email at info@movchamber.org and we'll add you to the list to receive our updates, meeting reminders, etc.

Kurt Knopp, with WVUP Workforce & Economic Development, will be hosting a virtual Lunch and Learn session on “Intro to the Zoom Video Conferencing Platform.” 

He will be covering the following information:

· Audio, Video tips and tricks

· Scheduling a meeting with Zoom website

· Meeting Controls

· Scheduling a Meeting with Google Calendar

· Scheduling a Meeting with Outlook

· Zoom Messaging

· Sharing Your Screen

· The difference between Free and Business Plans

We will be sending out the link to attend the meeting via email, so please register if you plan on attending. This webinar is open to all MOV Chamber Members. Once you register for the event, you will receive a link to attend the meeting and also a link to a YouTube video that Kurt has provided on how to set-up your zoom account

You also have the option to submit questions prior to the meeting. Those can be sent to info@movchamber.org 

You are welcome to bring your lunch! 

Updated 04/07/2020

We have decided to postpone our Quarterly Trivia event scheduled for May 5. If we are able to reschedule before our next scheduled trivia night (July 21) we will let you know. Thank you for your understanding during this time.

Join us for our first virtual BINGO night!

"Doors" (Zoom gathering) open at 6 pm. Games start at 6:10 pm. 

You will need a computer AND a smartphone with internet access to play. Only 90 players!

Once you register, you will receive your bingo card via email. The bingo card can be used for all games played. We suggest using your computer for Zoom and your smartphone for your bingo card.

Register Here!

Would you like to donate a gift certificate to a local restaurant or retail establishment for us to use as a Bingo prize?

We would be delighted! And you'll get some great publicity for your generosity!

Please email us at info@movchamber.org 

Update as of 04/07/2020

Following our goal to limit gatherings, we are working to organize this meeting as a WEBINAR so that those that want to participate can join from the convenience of their homes/offices. Please register if you are planning to attend. This gives us a list of attendees so we can send out a link via email with the information on how to join the meeting.

Thank you for your understanding!

The Chamber Champions are Ambassadors that serve as representatives of the Chamber of Commerce of the Mid-Ohio Valley. The goal of the Chamber Champions is to facilitate contact with existing Chamber members and work to identify new members through their contact efforts. Please RSVP by clicking the link if you are planning to attend this Chamber Champions Committee meeting. Not on the roster? Email us at info@movchamber.org and we'll get you added to receive meeting reminders, updates, etc.

Update as of 4/07/2020 -

After discussions with the leadership team at Appalachian Renewable Power Systems, we are postponing this event. They are very excited to host a Lunch and Learn session and we will work to secure a new date.  As soon as the rescheduled date is set, we will inform all the registrants as well as the entire Chamber membership.  

Thank you for your understanding!

Join Gary Easton(Owner) and Keri Dunn (Operations Manager) of Appalachian Renewable Power Systems for an informative session about the solar industry. Special Topic: How can solar benefit your business? Information includes how solar works, the available incentives, and the return on investment. *Make sure to bring a copy of your electric bill for Gary and Keri to look over* Free for Chamber members. Lunch will be provided courtesy of Appalachian Renewable Power Systems. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Friendly reminder - due to space constraints and the popularity of our Lunch & Learns, attendance is limited to no more than 2 attendees per membership for this event.

Get your thinking cap on for a fun night of Trivia! Our trivia night will be an individual event and can be played via your phone or computer.

Russ Philpott, Owner of New Day Therapy, is offering a free virtual webinar on "Growth Mindset for the New Normal." Russ will discuss tips for managing thoughts and feelings during this time and utilizing the growth mindset. He will also discuss how to set realistic expectations for the new normal. 

This webinar is open to all MOV Chamber members.

You will receive the link to attend the webinar via zoom once you register to attend.

Update as of 04/07/2020

After discussions with the leadership team at Peoples Bank, we are postponing this event. They are very excited to host a Business After Hours and we are working to get them rescheduled in 2021.  As soon as the rescheduled date is set, we will inform all the registrants as well as the entire Chamber membership.  

Thank you for your understanding!

Please join us to celebrate our May Business After Hours with Peoples Bank! Stay tuned for more details.

WVUP Workforce & Economic Development will be hosting a virtual Lunch and Learn session on “Leadership in a Time of Crisis."  

Business leaders have recently found themselves in the midst of challenges they had not previously planned for.  Whether it’s a scenario that is happening in the home, the community, or on the job – skills necessary to successfully lead in a time of crisis are essential not only now, but for any potential future challenges we may face.  Our team of leadership coaches have developed methods and tools which will help you overcome these hurdles and ensure that your efforts make a positive impact.

They will have the following speakers:

Ann Y. Frost, BS, MA, MSL – Since 2012, Ann has been a member of the training staff for WVU-Parkersburg/Workforce and Economic Development; specifically, creating and delivering customized trainings focused on leadership, effective communication, employee engagement, and teamwork.  

Laura Prisc has a burning desire to awaken you so you may live a more creative, fulfilling, and satisfying life! She holds a variety of degrees and certifications around Coaching, Teaching Leadership, Communication, and building Strengths-Based organizations. 

Mary Barbara Hanna joined the WVU-P WED training team in 2018 after living and working in Hong Kong for a number of years. With a background in Adult Learning and Development, she brings a wealth of experience in cultural communications, leadership development, and Emotional Intelligence. 

We will be sending out the link to attend the meeting via email, so please register if you plan on attending. This webinar is open to all MOV Chamber Members.

You are welcome to bring your lunch! 

Do you love Scavenger Hunts? Do you love doing scavenger hunts from the comfort of your own home? You need to join us for our Thursday Happy Hour on May 21 at 6:00 PM!

Thursday, May 21, 2020

"Doors" Open at 6:00 PM 

The "Hunt" Begins at 6:10 PM 

How to Play

The object of the game is to get as many points as possible. We will call out an object, you have to find the object and hold it up for everyone to see. Here is the catch, you must remain seated and the object must be within reach.

Cost

This is a free activity for MOV Chamber members in good standing.

Fun Prize

Update as of 4/07/2020

Following our goal to limit gatherings, we are working to organize this meeting as a WEBINAR so that those that want to participate can join from the convenience of their homes/offices. Please RSVP using the link below so that we can communicate with you to send you the instructions for joining the meeting webinar on May 27.

Thank you for your understanding!

Women in Leadership Conference is our focus for this meeting.

The Special Events Committee members possess interest and skill in event planning and fundraising while marketing and networking with a variety of businesses. Please RSVP by clicking the link if you are planning to attend this Special Events Committee meeting. Not on the roster? Send us an email at info@movchamber.org and we'll add you to the list to receive our updates, meeting reminders, etc.

The Special Events Committee members possess interest and skill in event planning and fundraising while marketing and networking with a variety of businesses. Please RSVP by clicking the link if you are planning to attend this Special Events Committee meeting. Not on the roster? Send us an email at info@movchamber.org and we'll add you to the list to receive our updates, meeting reminders, etc.