2001-2002 Business Plan

 

MESSAGE FROM CRESTON M. OWEN

PRESIDENT 2001-2002 - Falcon Communications Solutions, Inc.

[email protected] 703-335-5000 - Fax 703-369-7701

 

You must plan your work, and then work your plan. A business plan allows you to set goals and objectives. It should be a working document and reviewed on a quarterly basis to determine if you are reaching your goals. This plan provides the Chamber with a progress checklist. Every business needs a business plan; if you don�t have one, contact the Chamber office for a list of members who can assist you.

 

PRESIDENT - ELECT

 

Lovey Hammel - Temporary Solutions, Inc.

[email protected] 703-361-2220 - Fax 703-368-0795

Annual Dinner-Dance

Chair: Mary Finnigan - Colgan Air [email protected] 703-368-8880 - Fax 703-331-3116

Vice Chair: Mary Bergere - Bergere & Associates [email protected] 703-743-5850 - Fax 703-743-5851

� Plan and organize the 67th Annual Dinner-Dance.

Breakfast with the President

Chair: Patty Browne - SYNERGY ONE Federal Credit Union [email protected] 703-393-4053 - Fax 703 361-1361

� Coordinate three breakfasts with members and guests to facilitate communication between Chamber members and leaders.

Business Development

Chair: Lovey Hammel - Temporary Solutions, Inc. [email protected] 703-361-2220 - Fax 703-368-0795

� Implement programs and policies to encourage mutually beneficial business partnerships between the Chamber and its members.

�   Implement programs to encourage mutually beneficial business partnerships between the Chamber and its members.

Planning Conference

Chair: Lovey Hammel - Temporary Solutions, Inc. [email protected] 703-361-2220 - Fax 703-368-0795

� Coordinate and conduct a Chamber Planning Conference to plan for the 2002-2003 year.

Policies, Procedures & Bylaws

Chair: Michael Hoover - TML Copiers and Digital Solutions [email protected] 703-330-1010 - Fax 703-330-8823

� Continue to update and change the policies, procedures and bylaws of the Chamber as needed.

�         Coordinate the reaccredidation process for 2001.

Staff Development

Chair: Lovey Hammel - Temporary Solutions, Inc. [email protected] 703-361-2220 - Fax 703-368-0795

� Continue to utilize the resources available to ensure the professional development of our staff.

 

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

 

Vice President:

John Rulison - Raven Services Corp

[email protected] 703-368-8611 - Fax 703-368-8450

Economic Development

Co-Chair: Bill Flynn - Computer Training Depot [email protected] 703-331-3170 - Fax 703-331-3173

Co-Chair: Lou Brooks - Brooks & Nichols [email protected] 703-361-9888 - Fax 703-365-9428

Mission: The Economic Development Committee of the Prince William County-Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce will help cultivate an economic and political climate conducive to business development and existing business growth.

�         Foster an economic and political climate within which area businesses are able to grow and develop and new businesses are encouraged to locate.

�         Continue to work with the Office of Economic Development for Prince William County, The Community Development Department of the City of Manassas, the Office of Economic Development of the City of Manassas Park and the government officials of Haymarket on marketing these jurisdictions as prosperous and business friendly.

�         Support the Manassas Business Council, the Prince William 66 Partnership and the Prince William Regional Chamber of Commerce on economic development, land use and transportation issues.

�         Enhance the Transportation Sub-Committee and encourage its active involvement in transportation issues relating to the economic growth of the Greater Prince William area.

�         Coordinate an Economic Development Update Reception and a Transportation luncheon during the fiscal year.

�         Remain knowledgeable of, and familiar with, the comprehensive and strategic plans of Prince William County and the Cities of Manassas, Manassas Park and Haymarket, focusing on economic development and land use issues as they relate to the Chamber�s mission and benefit to the membership.

�        Continue to have Chamber member�s attend/participate in public meetings of all major jurisdictions within Prince William County, Manassas, Manassas Park and Haymarket.

Legislative

Co-Chair: Garth Wainman - Walsh, Colucci, Stackhouse, Emrich & Lubeley [email protected] 703-330-7400 - Fax 703-330-7430

Co-Chair: John Rulison - Raven Services Corporation [email protected] 703-368-8611 - Fax 703-368-8450

Mission: The Legislative Committee�s mission is to promote pro-business policies at all levels of government.

�         Co-sponsor, with the Committee of 100 and other Prince William County based organizations, a candidates forum for Governor of Virginia.

�         Coordinate and implement, in partnership with the Prince William Regional Chamber�s Public Policy Committee and Comcast, a series of interviews with declared candidates seeking to represent Prince William County residents in the General Assembly.

�         Prepare and recommend to the Chamber�s Board of Directors for their consideration and approval the 2002 Legislative Agenda.

�         Prepare, with the Prince William Regional Chamber, our Joint Legislative Priorities package for presentation to our General Assembly delegation.

�         Co-sponsor Legislative Kick Off and Legislative Wrap Up breakfasts with the Prince William Regional Chamber.

�         Participate as a member of the Northern Virginia Coalition of Chambers of Commerce in a �visit your local legislators� trip to Richmond while the General Assembly is in session.

�         Maintain an integrated communications program involving both print and website access for our membership. Questions will be presented to selected legislators on a quarterly basis concerning issues, which are relevant to our membership. Responses from legislators will be published in the INPRINT publication and posted on the Chamber�s website.

�         Develop a legislative priorities package for the Prince William County Board of Supervisors.

�         Implement a formal meeting schedule process with legislators for the committee.

 

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

 

Vice President:

Guy Hinkler - V2 Systems, Inc

[email protected] 703-361-4606 - Fax 703-257-9686

Community Relations

Mission - Support social and cultural organizations and events in the community.

Co-Chair: Karen Nottingham - Transitional Housing BARN, Inc. [email protected] 703-392-3915 - Fax 703-392-5415

Co-Chair: Bernadette Fritschie - Vanderpool, Frostick, & Nishanian, PC [email protected] 703-369-4738 - Fax 703-369-3651

�         Conduct the 13th Annual Cuisine de Commerce.

�         Plan the 13th Annual "Community Showcase" at the February Luncheon to showcase our nonprofit members.

�         Present the 13th Annual Shelley Krasnow Community Service Award.

�         Conduct the 10th Annual "Not-for-Profit" Summit.

�         Promote business and nonprofit relationships.

�         Participate in United Way Day of Caring.

Education

Mission - Facilitate alliances between the business and educational communities through activities and events that are mutually beneficial.

Chair: Jim Jackson - Northern Virginia Community College [email protected] 703-257-6664 - Fax 703-257-6538

Vice Chair: TBD

�         Foster communications between business leaders and school officials and assist both with coordinating efforts.

�         Implement and facilitate the Intern and Shadowing Program.

• Administer the scholarship funds generated by the Polar Bear Scramble Golf Tournament.
• Participate, for the fifth year in the Prince William County, Manassas and Manassas Park New Teacher orientations in August.

Job Fair

Chair: Dennis Sullivan - Northern Virginia Community College [email protected] 703-361-5940 - Fax 703-361-5269

�         Represent the Chamber on the JOBS2002 Job Fair.

Workforce Development Committee

Chair: Gail Kettlewell - Northern Virginia Community College [email protected] 703-257-6664 - Fax 703-257-6538

Mission - Participate in activities and events vital to workforce development in the community.

• Participate in survey on workforce issues, needs and programming.
• Assess and provide results to the Workforce Investment Board.
• Develop WIS plan for Chamber members.
• Sponsor an event at the One-Stop Workforce Center.
• Inform Chamber members on the progress of workforce investment programs and issues in the INPRINT.

 

 

EVENTS

 

Vice President:

Debbie Del Tejo - Moonshadow Photography

[email protected] 703-257-4008

Mission - To provide events for Chamber members to network, socialize, market and support our scholarship program.

Exhibits

Chair: Mike Kitis - Falcon Graphic Solutions, Inc. [email protected] 703-393-0039 - Fax 703-393-9747

Co-Chair: Angela Hay - Altmed 703-361-4357 - Fax 703-361-0346

� Coordinate our Business-to-Business Expo & Prospective Member Reception to be held October 25, 2001 at the American Legion Hall.

� Organize our 10th annual "Prince William County-Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce Trade Show� at the Manassas Mall in the spring of 2002.

Hoe Down at the Fairgrounds

Chair: Susan Jacobs - Long & Foster Realtors [email protected] 703-368-1146 - Fax 703-257-7998

�         Plan and organize the Chamber�s fall social event to be held at the Prince William County Fairgrounds, September 29, 2001.

Polar Bear Scramble Golf Tournament

Co-Chair: Mike Hoover - TML Copiers & Digital Solutions [email protected] 703-330-1010 - Fax 703-330-8823

Co-Chair: Roy Beckner - S.W. Rodgers, Inc. [email protected] 703-591-8400 - Fax 703-968-0422

� Plan and organize the fifth Annual Polar Bear Scramble Golf Tournament.

 

MEMBERSHIP SERVICES

 

Vice President:

Kris Spitler - Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C.

[email protected] 703-369-4738 - Fax 703-369-3653

Speaker Series Committee

Mission: Provide speakers on beneficial topics for members while showcasing members' businesses.

Co-chair: Diane Bennett - Bennett Insurance Services [email protected] 703-257-4900 - Fax 703-257-2888

Co-chair: Kim Howard - Write Communications [email protected] 703-330-3788 - Fax 703-330-9844

�         Provide two monthly speakers focusing on information and services to help other Chamber members improve their business.

�         Plan and organize an annual fall networking opportunity event and speaker designed to motivate, educate and connect home and small business Chamber members.

Programs/Awards Committee

Chair: Lianne Best - Morningside Courier Systems, Inc. [email protected] 703-361-7744 - Fax 703-361-9867

Mission: Provide interesting and informative luncheon programs and promote awards for Chamber members.

�         Promote a "Gold Star" program to identify and recognize outstanding Chamber members and/or their employees.

�         Plan speakers for luncheon/breakfast programs with a goal of 150 attendees at each event.

�         Organize the Arts Alive Luncheon in April 2002 and the annual Awards Luncheon in May 2002.

�         Request nominations and select award recipients.

 

MEMBERSHIP

RECRUITMENT & RETENTION

 

Vice President:

Susan Jacobs - Long & Foster Realtors

[email protected] 703-368-1146 - Fax 703-257-7998

Ambassadors:

Co-Chair: Jackie Velesz - SunTrust Bank. [email protected] 703-335-0414 - Fax 703-335-0420

Co-Chair: Debbie Atkinson - Swart, Lalande & Assoc. [email protected] 703-361-6126 - Fax 703-368-7495

Mission: Maintain the membership at 900 members through innovative recruitment and retention programs.

�         Maintain retention rate of at least 85%.

� Modify New Member Orientation Program to facilitate networking.

� Coordinate and conduct two Prospective Member Receptions.

�         Expand recruiting information on the Chamber�s Website.

�         Coordinate annual networking breakfast including sponsorships, programs, attendance and door prizes.

� Coordinate and conduct Annual Silent Auction at December Luncheon

� Coordinate and conduct 14th Annual "Pat on the Back" membership appreciation event.

 

 

COMMUNICATIONS

 

Vice President:

Michael Schwartz - Prince William Health System

[email protected] 703-369-8270 - Fax 703-369-8151

Technology

Chair: Uche Onwudiwe - Coure Technologies, Inc [email protected] 703-361-8155 Fax 703-361-1855

Vice-Chair: Kevin Bibb - Capitol Telephone and Security, Inc. [email protected] 703-330-0066 - Fax 703-365-8787

Mission: To promote the understanding and usage of technology to benefit the Chamber and its members.

� Continue improving the Web site�s appearance, functionality and content.

� Keep Chamber members informed of available business technologies through interactive training workshops.

� Participate in County Telecommunications task force to build appropriate technology infrastructure.

�         Promote and expand a Technology Sponsorship Program.

�         Develop a once a year Technology Event.

Communications

Chair: Cal Hackeman - Grant Thornton, LLP [email protected] 703-847-7530 - Fax 703-637-4112

Vice-Chair: Randy Frostick, Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C. [email protected] 703-369-4738 - Fax 703-369-3653

Mission: To improve Communication among the Chamber, it�s members and the public.

� Continue and improve where possible, current communication pieces including INPRINT, Your Chamber Connection, Business & Information Directory and the What�s Happening.

� Continue to develop the Chambers cable television show �Business and Beyond� to highlight businesses, award winners, events and other appropriate content.

� Host the Media Breakfast with a media panel to inform members on how to promote their business through mass communications.

�         Measure viewer response to �Business and Beyond�.

 

Secretary/Treasurer:

Richard Hendershot - Reed & Hendershot, Certified Public Accountants [email protected] 703-361-1592 - Fax 703-361-1765

Assistant Secretary/Treasurer:

Robert Gustavus - Strayer University Newington Center [email protected] 703-339-2545 - Fax 703-339-3969

Immediate Past President:

Robert Anderson - Metro Sign & Design [email protected] 703-368-1986 - Fax 703-368-7059

 

Staff:

Debbie Jones , Executive Vice President [email protected] 703-368-6600 Ext.11

Anita Duecaster, Operations Director [email protected] 703-368-6600 Ext.13

Patty Tracy, Membership Director [email protected] 703-368-6600 Ext.14

Kris Welsh, PR & Events Director [email protected] 703-368-6600 Ext.15

Ruth Gorgas, Membership Assistant [email protected] 703-368-6600 Ext.17

Kristy Sandlin, PR & Events Assistant [email protected] 703-368-6600 Ext.21

Michaelene Ressler, Administrative Assistant [email protected] 703-368-6600 Ext.10

 

Mission Statement:

The Prince William County-Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce is a network of

businesses and organizations dedicated to advancing the economic, social, cultural, and civic

welfare for our community.

 

Prince William County-Greater Manassas

Chamber of Commerce

 

8963 Center St. � Manassas, VA 20110

(703) 368-6600 � (703) 368-4733 FAX

www.pwcgmcc.org