Featured Coming Attractions

How YPs Can Make Themselves Valuable to Executives

You want to network with executives, but how do you show value? They don't need a lead, they don't need introductions and you are at a loss for how to make them remember you. Come hear Gary Davis, leadership consultant with Dorrier Underwood, talk about how you can give them your leadership as a valuable offer. Have your next conversation with a C-Suite executive be natural, easy and effective.

February 16, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., The Mez at EpiCentre
members $10 online or $15 at the door | non-members $15 online or $20 at the door (includes cost of lunch)
click here to register

Upcoming Charlotte Chamber Events

Hopefully everyone hasn’t abandoned their resolutions yet! If you want to be more active in the Charlotte area here are some great opportunities to do just that:

Advocating for Small Business
February 9, 2 - 3:30 p.m., Mint Museum RANDOLPH  (Free!)

Identifying and Retaining Top Talent, NCTA Emerging Technology & Trends Series
February 10, 8:30 - 11 a.m., Charlotte Chamber - Belk Action Center

Impact of Charlotte's Growing Environmental Technologies Industry
University City chapter in partnership with UNC Charlotte's IDEAS Center
February 10, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., UNC Charlotte  (Free!)

Preparing Your Business for Tax Season, East Chapter luncheon
February 15, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., The VanLandingham Estate

Going Green: Econo-Friendly and Eco-Friendly, NorthWest Chapter luncheon
February 17, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Pine Island Country Club

"Business at the Border" Business After Hours - SouthWest Chapter in partnership with the Arrowood Business Association & York County Regional Chamber
February 17, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Charlotte Knights stadium  (Free for Charlotte Chamber members!)

Build Your Contacts through Metro Networking, Metro Chapter luncheon
February 22, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., The Westin Charlotte

Visit www.charlottechamber.com/events to view and register for any chamber event.

Thanks to Board Members Past and Present

Many thanks to the following for their leadership and service on the 2009-2010 Engage Charlotte board:

- Joel Canino
- Kyle Woodruff, First Citizens
- Reema Hagez, Bank of America
- Tameka Green, Compass Group USA
- Amy Hutchison

Also thanks to those who continue to serve on the 2010-2011 board and welcome to those who have recently joined:

- Meigan Powell (chair), Powell & Partners Creative
- Jonathan Utrup (vice chair), Bank of America
- Andrea Arevalo, Bank of America
- Skyne Betha, Compass Group North America
- Ollie Chandhok, Charlotte Business Journal
- Courtney Colosi, Sherpa
- Wes Misson, Mayer Brown LLP
- Ashley Peeler, Easter Seals UCP
- Robert Rhyne, Wachovia, a Wells Fargo Company
- Demond Richardson, Wachovia, a Wells Fargo Company
- Megan Sadler, Wishart Norris Henninger & Pittman
- Curtis Watkins, Duke Energy
- Chad Zalesiak, CSC Leasing

News

Democratic National Convention Headed to Charlotte in 2012

You've likely already heard the great news. If not, read the coverage from the Charlotte Observer or watch our recording of the news conference on Ustream. Also view Bob Morgan's reaction to the news.

Follow the Charlotte in 2012 committee on Twitter @charlottein2012 or like them on Facebook or sign up on the Web site at www.charlottein2012.com to stay up-to-date on the latest.

Did You Know?

According to recent rankings from Forbes, Charlotte is among the nation's 25 best cities for shopping. Read the Charlotte Business Journal's report on the ranking here.