Business to Business - November 1991 (PH 13-19)(11-15-1991) (20 pages)

/\Aessage From The President Rick Giersch Your Grass Valley / Nevada County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the first issue of “Business To Business”. This is our new bi-monthly publication which will be circulated to the public at large in Nevada County. Special thanks to Lisa Swarthout, Chairwoman of our publication Never before in history has it been so important for the business community and your Chamber of Commerce to solicit public support and work as a team. Without public support, business will not be “in business” for very long. Consequently, we feel that your Chamber of Commerce continues to represent a vital link between the business community, government leaders, and the public. The first step in this process is a two way communication. We sincerely hope this publication provides a format for this to occur. In 1991 The Grass Valley/Nevada County Chamber Board of Directors approved a strategic plan for the Chamber. The purpose of this plan is to provide a directional emphasis for your Chamber over the course of the next five years. Future publications will delve into the goals and strategies in more detail. However, very briefly the strategic goals of your Chamber include: * Reorganization at the Chamber staff level to improve service to membership and provide a two-way communication link between the Board of Directors and membership at large. *Implement procedures and policies to better define the roles and responsibilities of officcommittee for her hard work and dedication in making this news magazine a reality. In the past we have circulated a newsletter to Chamber members only. This is the first time in Chamber history that we are providing our publication in a new format to a vast majority of the county population. The decision is part of an overall strategic focus and direction for your chamber as we attempt to address the challenges we face. Through “Through the 1990's it is evident that all members of the community, whether in business or not, will be impacted by a vast array of challenges.” ers, directors, committee and chairpersons, and paid staff. «Maintain positive working relationships with other nonprofit organizations that are vital to the well being of the community. *Define the standing committees of the Chamber. These are the committees which continue to function year after year; represent high priority efforts; and provide important contributions to various sectors of our community. In closing, the Grass the 1990’s it is evident that all members of the community, whether in business or not, will be impacted by a vast array of challenges. * Balancing the need for growth and employment opportunity with maintaining the rural character of the county. ¢ Financing infrastructure improvements with-out financially burdening the public. *Correcting the continuing decline in revenue per capita to Nevada County Government. *Balancing the needs of addressing serious environmental concerns with maintaining a viable economic base. * Tackling the growth question.how much?, how soon?, what type?, and to what level? November 1991 Valley / Nevada County Chamber of Commerce in its strategic focus will continually strive to achieve the following: . *Improve the business environment of the county. *Promote economic well being for all citizens. ‘Enhance the quality of life for the entire community. *Communicate views to the community on major issues of public policy. We sincerely hope you enjoy our first publication of “Business to Business.” Rick Giersch is the 1991 President for the Grass Valley / Nevada County Chamber of Commerce. In This Issue. County Requires Businesses to Register. 4 The Chamber Working For You ...-.0:+0+5 Growinle:PaMnse: gceees arse bencentecees 6 Marketing. It Works...sscccssseccsseeceses 7 Business & Professional Directory ... 8 Retailing Page... pons, sotbes 12 New Chamber Members ...:.-.ssesesssees 15 Membership Is The Goal ....sssscssseee 16 Lawyer, Friend Of FOC <.ccescsscccecsensassnveets 17 Health: Ber ef it Ran xa cecacctccecreatberve 17 @alendar of: Byents: 2.93.55. escdessscersseeso 18 Business to Business isa publication of the Grass Valley / Nevada County Chamber of Commerce 248 Mill Street Grass Valley, CA 95945 (916) 273-4667 Executive AAanager Dawn McDowell Bateman Office Manager Marylin Monzo Publications Chairperson Lisa Swarthout Membership Services Coordinator Mary Ann Mueller All advertising inquiries should be directed to: Linda Fischer 10588 Marantha Pl. Grass Valley, CA 95949 (916) 273-9057 Page 3.

/\Aessage From The President Rick Giersch Your Grass Valley / Nevada County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the first issue of “Business To Business”. This is our new bi-monthly publication which will be circulated to the public at large in Nevada County. Special thanks to Lisa Swarthout, Chairwoman of our publication Never before in history has it been so important for the business community and your Chamber of Commerce to solicit public support and work as a team. Without public support, business will not be “in business” for very long. Consequently, we feel that your Chamber of Commerce continues to represent a vital link between the business community, government leaders, and the public. The first step in this process is a two way communication. We sincerely hope this publication provides a format for this to occur. In 1991 The Grass Valley/Nevada County Chamber Board of Directors approved a strategic plan for the Chamber. The purpose of this plan is to provide a directional emphasis for your Chamber over the course of the next five years. Future publications will delve into the goals and strategies in more detail. However, very briefly the strategic goals of your Chamber include: * Reorganization at the Chamber staff level to improve service to membership and provide a two-way communication link between the Board of Directors and membership at large. *Implement procedures and policies to better define the roles and responsibilities of officcommittee for her hard work and dedication in making this news magazine a reality. In the past we have circulated a newsletter to Chamber members only. This is the first time in Chamber history that we are providing our publication in a new format to a vast majority of the county population. The decision is part of an overall strategic focus and direction for your chamber as we attempt to address the challenges we face. Through “Through the 1990's it is evident that all members of the community, whether in business or not, will be impacted by a vast array of challenges.” ers, directors, committee and chairpersons, and paid staff. «Maintain positive working relationships with other nonprofit organizations that are vital to the well being of the community. *Define the standing committees of the Chamber. These are the committees which continue to function year after year; represent

high priority efforts; and provide important contributions to various sectors of our community. In closing, the Grass the 1990’s it is evident that all members of the community, whether in business or not, will be impacted by a vast array of challenges. * Balancing the need for growth and employment opportunity with maintaining the rural character of the county. ¢ Financing infrastructure improvements with-out financially burdening the public. *Correcting the continuing decline in revenue per capita to Nevada County Government. *Balancing the needs of addressing serious environmental concerns with maintaining a viable economic base. * Tackling the growth question..how much?, how soon?, what type?, and to what level? November 1991 Valley / Nevada County Chamber of Commerce in its strategic focus will continually strive to achieve the following: . *Improve the business environment of the county. *Promote economic well being for all citizens. ‘Enhance the quality of life for the entire community. *Communicate views to the community on major issues of public policy. We sincerely hope you enjoy our first publication of “Business to Business.” Rick Giersch is the 1991 President for the Grass Valley / Nevada County Chamber of Commerce. In This Issue.. County Requires Businesses to Register.. 4 The Chamber Working For You .....-.0:+0+5 Growinle:PaMnse: gceees arse bencentecees 6 Marketing.. It Works......sscccssseccsseeceses 7 Business & Professional Directory ...... 8 Retailing Page...... pons, sotbes 12 New Chamber Members ......:.-.ssesesssees 15 Membership Is The Goal .......sssscssseee 16 Lawyer, Friend Of FOC <.ccescsscccecsensassnveets 17 Health: Ber ef it Ran xa cecacctccecreatberve 17 @alendar of: Byents: 2.93.55. escdessscersseeso 18 Business to Business isa publication of the Grass Valley / Nevada County Chamber of Commerce 248 Mill Street Grass Valley, CA 95945 (916) 273-4667 Executive AAanager Dawn McDowell Bateman Office Manager Marylin Monzo Publications Chairperson Lisa Swarthout Membership Services Coordinator Mary Ann Mueller All advertising inquiries should be directed to: Linda Fischer 10588 Marantha Pl. Grass Valley, CA 95949 (916) 273-9057 Page 3.