Nordonia Hills Chamber of Commerce http://nordoniahillschamber.org Working Hard to Make Your Business a Success Mon, 14 May 2012 23:03:44 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.4 Duathlon & Pump-n-Run http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2012/02/07/duathlon-pump-n-run/ http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2012/02/07/duathlon-pump-n-run/#comments Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:34:48 +0000 admin http://nordoniahillschamber.org/?p=2670 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> Saturday, May 12, 2012, Run 2.5 miles, Bike 10 miles, Run 2.5 miles

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]]> http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2012/02/07/duathlon-pump-n-run/feed/ 0 How to get the most out of your display booth at the Expo! http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2012/01/26/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-display-booth-at-the-expo/ http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2012/01/26/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-display-booth-at-the-expo/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:48:06 +0000 admin http://nordoniahillschamber.org/?p=2604 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> The NHCOC Community Expo is coming up fast.  Here are some tips to get the most out of your booth:

  • Don’t show up late or close your booth early. Trade show attendees who come early or late are often ready to buy.
  • Look like a pro. This is a professionally staffed Expo.  Wear you ID badge and act in a professional manner.  Do not allow eating, drinking or casual conversation by staff in the booth. This is a serious sales opportunity – not a daylong coffee break!
  • If you can’t staff it, don’t reserve it.  Your booth should be staffed at all times with pleasant people who really want to be there and want to help prospective customers learn about your business.  Select staff that can maintain high energy and enthusiasm for long hours at the show and make sure they are prepared to answer technical questions.
  • Get out from behind that table. Place table so it does not form a barrier between you and visitors.  Also, placing product brochures at the end of the table encourages visitors to pick them up and move on, and defeats efforts to establish a dialogue with prospects.  Good prospects will pass a booth where the staff appear lethargic, preoccupied with paperwork or are seated on chairs at the back of the booth.
  • Prepare to close sales. Recognize that the words “We’ll send you information” postpone the buying process and can turn a buyer off.  It may also send them to someone who has time to deal with them – possibly at your competitor’s booth.
  • Rack ‘em up. Your goal should be to go home empty-handed.  Swap your material for their business card.  Put your printed pieces in your rack or on your table and keep ‘em full.
  • Book ‘em. On Saturday, hundreds of people will be walking past your booth.  Your goal should be to make appointments with legitimate prospects, rather than make a single sale.
  • Wow ‘em . . . don’t plow ‘em. People want to be enlightened; they don’t want to be badgered.
  • Bring along the boss. Everybody wants to meet the Big Cheese, the Top Dawg, the Big Kahuna?  Bring ‘em along.
  • Have fun. Enjoy the chance of pace; meet people and network with other businesses.

Haven’t registered your booth yet?  Go to the Nordonia Hills Chamber of Commerce website to start promoting your business NOW!

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]]> http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2012/01/26/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-display-booth-at-the-expo/feed/ 0 Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2011/10/08/grand-opening-ribbon-cutting/ http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2011/10/08/grand-opening-ribbon-cutting/#comments Sat, 08 Oct 2011 10:26:23 +0000 admin http://nordoniahillschamber.org/?p=2092 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> May 17th – Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting – Dave’s Cosmic Subs, and May 18th – Sears Hardware Appliance

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]]> http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2011/10/08/grand-opening-ribbon-cutting/feed/ 0 Monthly Meeting http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2011/07/17/monthly-meeting/ http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2011/07/17/monthly-meeting/#comments Sun, 17 Jul 2011 19:57:18 +0000 admin http://nordoniahillschamber.org/?p=1810
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  • Monthly Lunch Meeting – Payment Monthly Luncheon Meeting for NHCOC Members – $20 Monthly Luncheon...
  • Monthly Meeting Sponsorship – Payment Monthly Meeting Sponsorship Payment – $125...
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    Sponsored by Lt. of Hearts Villa

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    ]]>     http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2011/07/17/monthly-meeting/feed/ 0     Dining Club Night http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2010/10/17/dining-club-night/ http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2010/10/17/dining-club-night/#comments Sun, 17 Oct 2010 20:10:47 +0000 admin http://nordoniahillschamber.org/?p=1820 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> May 15  – Dining Club Night – Pacific Chinese Buffet
    5-8 pm

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    ]]>     http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2010/10/17/dining-club-night/feed/ 0     Increase Sales, Decrease Marketing Costs, Build Your Customer Base! http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2010/09/10/increase-sales-decrease-marketing-costs-build-your-customer-base/ http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2010/09/10/increase-sales-decrease-marketing-costs-build-your-customer-base/#comments Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:12:39 +0000 admin http://nordoniahillschamber.org/wp/?p=529 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> The Nordonia Hills Chamber of Commerce is trying to do just that for its’ members! “The Connection” will place you FACE-TO-FACE with your future BUYERS in an environment that allows you to introduce, promote, demonstrate and market your business to prospective customers who are anxious to do business with YOU! More like an “After Hours” than a trade show, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to network and build relationships. Register NOW for the “The Connection” 2010 on Thursday, Oct. 21, 4 – 7 PM, at Gambitta’s Party Center in Northfield. Booth space begins at $200. A Discounted Connection/Chamber membership package is also available. This year the event is proudly co-sponsored by ABC Rental Center East and co-promoted by The NewsLEADER. Sponsors to date include Best Buy, the NewsLEADER, ABC Rental, and No Time Cleaning Services. Exhibitors, raffles, networking, free B2B Bistro (wine sponsored by Spennato’s) – this is a business show designed to promote and enhance your business in a professional atmosphere. Space is limited. Exhibitors to date include Stu World Media, Record Publishing, ABC Rental Center East, Spennato’s Ristorante, Best Buy, BNI – Crossroads Connection Chapter, Judy Hamilton – Mary Kay Regional Manager, HCI Employee Benefits, Memories Made To Order, SpiderCat Marketing and Space Place Storage. You can also check out our web site for more information – www.nordoniahillschamber.org or call the Hotline at 330-467-8956.

    Not sure if you’re ready for the commitment? Stop in for all the event details at the Sept. 23 “Meet & Greet Connection” (Gambitta’s Party Center – 6-8 pm). This networking event is sponsored by No Time Cleaning Services. Admission is free, as are the refreshments. Meet other business people and share “trade show secrets”. To give you ideas regarding your display, several businesses will have their booths set up. We’ll also give you time to ask questions of the committee and other exhibitors. This is a FREE networking opportunity you shouldn’t miss.

    Don’t miss the Sept. 9 Chamber Meeting at Gambitta’s Party Center. This month the event is sponsored by Church of the Hills. The speakers will be representatives of all four of our Nordonia Hills communities; the topic – “the State of Our Communities”. Because we plan to have a speaker from each of the four communities, this meeting will end at 1:30 instead of the usual 1:00. The lunch menu consists of steak, baked potato, salad, rolls and butter and dessert. Admission for Chamber members is $ 20; all others – $25. This meeting is open to the public. For reservations, please call the Chamber Office at 330-467-8956.

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    ]]>     http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2010/09/10/increase-sales-decrease-marketing-costs-build-your-customer-base/feed/ 0     Connections http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2010/07/18/connections/ http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2010/07/18/connections/#comments Sun, 18 Jul 2010 15:14:38 +0000 admin http://nordoniahillschamber.org/wp/?p=531 Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> Thanks to social media, mobile technology and the Internet, it’s easier than ever to connect with others. But while everyone is devoting their attention to those means of communication, it’s time for you to consider the other ways of contact that really bring success and impactful connections.

    Be a voice mail nonconformist. We’ve all played phone tag too many times, but just because we’re connecting with a voice mailbox doesn’t mean our message can’t be meaningful. My assistant kids me because from the back office, she can’t tell if I’m talking to a person or leaving a message! You should treat your messages just as you would an actual conversation. Smile when you’re speaking – it does comes over the phone. Have lots of energy and enthusiasm when you call. Say something unexpected to get the listener’s attention and give them a reason to call back. We all know this – but don’t forget to give your contact information. How many messages are not returned simply because the caller never gave his name clearly or slowly stated the phone number? Don’t assume they know your voice or your number. Leave it at the beginning and end of the message. I don’t always have paper in front of me when I hear the message and sometimes the message is cut off before the number is given, so I appreciate the number being repeated. You may need to practice your message before you call. But if you get the desired result, it will be worth the extra time invested.

    If we simply pay closer attention to the emails and phone calls that fill our days, we can create solid relationships with colleagues and clients alike. And you know that those relationships can and will result in stronger connections and a SALE!

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    ]]>     http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2010/07/18/connections/feed/ 0     Lunch Meeting http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2009/12/21/lunch-meeting/ http://nordoniahillschamber.org/2009/12/21/lunch-meeting/#comments Mon, 21 Dec 2009 09:52:30 +0000 admin http://nordoniahillschamber.org/wp/home Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.]]> MONTHLY MEETING
    April 14 – 11:30AM – 1:00PM
    Gambitta’s Party Center

    Members – $20; Walk-Ins – $25

    Lunch included (Chicken Piccata)
    Sponsored by GrandeVillage


    Speaker – Sandler Training – “How to accelerate your business inside your buisness?”

    DON’T FORGET: Table-Top Expo – Bring your brochures & marketing materials to share with other Chamber members!

    50/50 Raffle – Bring a raffle prize (Minimum value – $10.00) and have 30 sec. to present your product/services to all attendees

    New Member Welcome Bag – Take 15 – 20 promotional items to Julie Terlop – PNC, 524 E. Aurora Rd., Macedonia – 330-467-3171

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