2010 President Jim Hilliard, State Farm Insurance, has selected "The Woodland Chamber - Insuring Your Business Success!" as his theme for the year.  Chamber members, you and/or your employees need to know what opportunities are available in terms of involvement with the organization to which you belong.  We want to make sure you are receiving "return on your investment!"  You need to "Make connections"!

This is what your Chamber has to offer you!

Business Education - Barbara Butterfield & Pam Duey- Co-Chairs

Mission: The purpose of the Chamber`s Business Education Committee is to act as a catalyst for industry and education.  The Chamber spearheaded the "work-ready" certificate program.  This committee co-hosts Human Resources training workshops such as New Employment Laws (which is repeated every January).  They are also responsible for the Student of the Month Recognition Program.  And work with the schools on Job Shadowing, Caree/Job Fairs and Career Days.  They meet on the first Tuesday of the month, 4 p.m. at the Chamber Office.

Business Issues -  Al Aldrete, Chair - Governmental Affairs Sub-committee Chair, Joe Knieriem

Mission: The focus of the committees is to review and discuss issues and proposed City ordinances and legislation of all levels of government which could affect our economic/business climate.  The committee hears business/community issues and determines the appropriate forum for education members.  They make recommendation for support or opposition to the Board of Directors.  In 2009, a PAC Task Force has been formed.  This group meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 3:30 p.m. at the American Red Cross.

Marketing - Debbie Kennedy, Chair

Mission: This committee is responsible for marketing the Chamber.  On a yearly basis they collaborate with the City of Woodland to provide a Woodland profile insert in conjuction with the Chamber Directory/Community Guide.  Additionally, this group oversees the production of the Business Connection newsletter, the Chamber`s website, and develops new benefits to assist in membership retention and recruitment of new members.This committee meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 9 a.m. at the Chamber office.

Mission: The purpose of the committee is to keep the members and community informed on water issues in order to make recommendations, which will offer enhancement of the quantity of Woodland`s water supplies.  The committee continues to seek viable solutions to water problems through education and programs designed to present factual information. This committee meets on the last Tuesday of the month, 8:00 a.m. at the Yolo County Farm Bureau offices. 

All committee meeting dates, times and locations are subject to change. If you plan on attending a meeting you might want to call the office to confirm. 

Or get involved and sign up to help with our annual SPECIAL EVENTS - All task forces are seeking individuals with energy and new ideas to enhance these traditional popular events.

• The third Thursday in April is the 6^th Annual Women`s Luncheon.  Chair Martie Dote
• The first Tuesday in May will be the 3rd Annual Golf Tournament.  Chair: Tom Galeazzi & Jim Hilliard
• The third Thursday in June is the Chamber`s 49^th Annual BBQ.  The event is held in conjuction with the Woodland Healthcare Duck Pluck.  We are still determining what to have as a theme this year.  Games and Exhibits will be incorporated.  Chair: Sarah Robinson
• The 13^th Annual Dynamite Chili Cook-off, (rated Third Best Yolo County Event by the Daily Democrat readership) will be held on the third Saturday in September.  Chair: Joe Knieriem
• On October 28th, the 44th Annual Farm/City Awards Lunch will be held with an Agri-business faire (exhibit booths with games).  Chair: Pam Duey
• Last but not Least the 46^th Annual Holiday Parade, held the second Saturday in December. This year`s theme: "Making Spirits Bright!"  Chair: Fred Bailard
In addition to networking opportunities experienced through involvement in smaller groups, the Chamber Ambassadors host monthly Business Connection Luncheons and Business-After-Hours "Mixers" throughout the year.  If you are interested in becoming a Chamber Ambassador, please secure an application from Member Services Representatvie Diana Sindeff.

Your business will benefit when you get involved and become a part of the active business community! The Chamber creates a strong economy, promotes the community, provides networking opportunities and presents business interest to Government.