INSIDE THIS ISSUE

BENEFIT INFORMATION 2

EVENTS UPDATE 3

MEMBERSHIP UPDATE 4

COMMITTEE NEWS 5

MEMBER NEWS 6

WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING 7

CELEBRATING OUR MEMBERS 8

Our Mission: Advance and promote theprosperity of its members and enhance thequality of life in the greater Rochester area.

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UPDATE NEWSLETTER

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Only 10 days until the GreatestRaffle on Earth! Have you purchasedyour ticket yet? Tickets sell out everyyear, we encourage you to get yoursTODAY before it’s too late. Ticketsare $100 each and ONLY 325 ticketswill be sold.

Each ticket admits two. Event will beheld on Friday, August 10, 2018,from 6 to 10pm at The Governor’sInn located at 78 Wakefield Street,Rochester. Enjoy a fun filled,

carnival themed evening featuring the exciting reverse raffle, The event willalso feature great food, games and entertainment and a few fun surprises!

Motorcycle now on display through August 9th at Holy Rosary Credit Unionlocated at 133 Brock Street in Rochester

Chamber Raffle tickets may be purchased throughout the community atvarious locations including, Holy Rosary Credit Union, Granite Steak & Grill,Windjammers as well as at the Chamber office at 18 South Main Street inRochester or online at www.rochesternh.org.

Now accepting applicationsfor the Class of 2019!

DEADLINE : August 31st 2018

Visit www.rochesternh.org/leadershipgreaterrochesterfor your application.

Although some are born leaders, most men and women of accomplishmentare quick to acknowledge that they reached their full potential because of thevaluable insight and inspiration of proven leaders. To be the best in yourchosen profession-whether in the military, government, healthcare, publicservice or private sector-its essential to witness first-hand the powerfulexamples set by acknowledged experts for those who follow.

Leadership Greater Rochester creates opportunities to observe, interact andlearn from public, private and civic leaders across the state. Join this nextclass as we explore Rochester and continue the tradition of great leadership.

Leadership Greater Rochesterprogram is proudly underwritten by:

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Membership Benefits

Promote Your Businesswith

Welcome toRochesterPackages!Insert your promotional itemsat no charge in the Welcometo Rochester Packages thatare distributed to newbusinesses that locate toRochester. Just drop off 50items to the Chamber officeto be included.

Securely Pay InvoicesPost Job VacanciesAccess & Download UpcomingEvent Forms

Post Upcoming CommunityEvents

Access/Download BenefitForms

Committee Members canaccess CommitteeDocuments

Submit Member News & PressReleases

Update Directory ListingInformation

If you haven’t yet activated your online portal, emailmemberservices@rochesternh.org and we will help you fullymaximize this benefit. Once logged in, you will have access tomany great features including:

Utilize YourMember Portal

The Chamberpublishes and distributes community informationand publications, in both print and electronically.Let us help you market to the right demographics.

Business ReferralDirectory

Community Guide Demographic Profile Legislative Guide Northern StraffordCounty Street Maps

Rochester Dining Guide Relocation Packages Rochester Special EventsGuide

Post your job vacancies on theChamber’s website at NO CHARGE!

Simply log in to your Member Portal and selectJob Postings on the left side!

The Chamber’s website receives thousands of visits eachmonth. If you have job vacancies to fill, post them!

Visit www.rochesternh.org/Jobs to see a current list ofjob postings. For assistance logging in, call 603.332.5080.

Cards Valid Through December 31, 2018!

To Order:Call the Chamber office at (603) 332-5080 or

visit www.rochesternh.org where a complete list ofparticipants can also be found!

Only $5Each!

Chamber Discount Cards are accepted at over 70different participating member businesses offering

you savings throughout the YEAR!

SUMMERTIME BLUES?!

Clear your calendar and let’s have some fun! The Chambercurrently has a spot for you or a team member on one of ourcommittees! Most committees meet monthly and provide anopportunity to network, meet new members, form relationshipsand create exceptional events.

-Ambassador Committee-Governmental Affairs Committee-Greater Rochester Young Professionals-Membership Committee-Leadership Greater Rochester- or one of our short term event committees.

Contact the Chamber and tell us whichcommittee is for you!

UpcomingChamber Events

Wednesday, August 15, 20185:00pm-7:00pm

Join the Greater Dover, Rochester and SomersworthChambers of Commerce for a Business After Hours atGoodwin Community Health as they showcase theirservices and provide an opportunity to network withmembers from the Tri-City region.Enjoy hors d'oeuvres while networking with fellowChamber members from the Tri-City region. Bringplenty of your business cards!

RSVP by August 10th online:www.dovernh.org/trichamber

Thursday, September 27, 20185:30pm-7:00pm

9 Colonial Way, Barrington, NH

Join HBL Group LLC as they welcome Chamber membersto their Barrington offices. Meet some of the staff andlearn about the various insurance and financial productsand services they offer. There will also be a HUGEannouncement you won’t want to miss!Delicious hors d'oeuvres will also be provided byMLC Catering.

RSVP by September 24th:www.rochesternh.org/BAH-September

Celebrate Business at theAnnual Business & Community Expo

Wednesday, September 12th, 2018Rochester Community Center

150 Wakefield Street, Rochester

4:00pm- 5:00pm Exhibitor to Exhibitor Show5:00pm - 7:00pm Doors Open to Public

Join the Chamber for the 2018 Business & Community Expo.Underwritten by Service Credit Union,this event showcasesbusinesses in a trade show format.

Brand and market your company tocommunity residents, Chambermembers and non-members. Whetheryou’re a “Business to Consumer” or“Business to Business” company, thisevent is for you.

Chamber member restaurants andcaterers will also be there providing a

“Taste of the Chamber” showcasingtheir “signature items”, the food forwhich they are best known for!

Door prize drawings will beconducted throughout the evening,including a$1,000 grandprize raffledrawing!

Theopportunities are plentiful! Sign uptoday! Questions? Contact the Chamberfor more details.

Door Prize, Exhibitor and Sponsorshipopportunities are available. (see enclosed forms)

Underwritten By:

311 Route 108Somersworth, NH

Member RenewalsThe Board of Directors and Staff wish to thank

the Members listed for renewing theirChamber investments!

B H Cameron Septic Services, LLC Binnie Media WTSN/ WBYY Bottom Line, LLC Branyen Insurance Agency Brox Industries Children's Dyslexia-Seacoast Learning Center Cocheco Equipment Colliers International | New Hampshire Community Partners Compass Home Inspections Cornerstone Court Adult (55+) Community Dave C. Pak, DMD, MD, PA Daystar, Inc. Fastenal Company First United Methodist Church Granite Steak and Grill H & R Block Hampton Inn Healey Auto Repair Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, PA Microtel Inn & Suites Middleton Building Supply, Inc. New England Roofing & Remodeling New Hampshire Farm Museum Positively Creative Solutions Raiche & Company CPA's RiverStones Custom Framing Shawn Pierce Photography SmartATI Construction Southeast NH Habitat for Humanity The Rochester Voice Townsquare Media Wyskiel, Boc, Tillinghast & Bolduc, PA YMCA of Strafford County

Membership Update

Member AnniversaryRecognitions

Thank you to the following members that have reached ChamberMembership Anniversary Milestones in August.

5 YearsStiles Law Office

10 YearsTranquility Wellness Services

Emmanuel ChurchColliers International| New Hampshire

25 YearsStudio 109 Dance, Voice & Drama

Wyskiel, Boc, Tillinghast & Bolduc, PA

Those celebrating 10 or 25 years of membership are presentedwith a special Chamber anniversary plaque for their support.Those celebrating 20 years of membership are presented with aspecial anniversary plate for their continued support.

Electrical Contractors Ice Cream/ Restaurants

Quality Electric The Pink HouseEric Hope Christa CapelloPO Box 430 848 White Mountain HwyRochester NH 03866 Milton NH 03851603-953-4438 603-652-9465www.qualityelectricnh.com www.pinkhouseicecream.com

2018-2019BUSINESS REFERRAL

DIRECTORY

Deadline fast approaching!

Please ensure your business listing isUPDATED in your member portal(MIC) as soon as possible. (or

complete the enclosed form & return to Chamber)

INCREASE YOUR EXPOSURE!Visibility is the key to success! List your business inmultiple business categories for only $25 per category.Advertising opportunities are also available in thisextremely popular and well-distributed guide!

See the attached flyer for advertising details orcall the Chamber Office at 603-332-5080.

Committee News

AMBASSADOR CORNERProvided by

Paul Gatehouse, Independence Financial Services

The Chamber is all about your business’s involvement in ourcommunity; the Greater Rochester community. How do youreach out and connect to it? How do you make your productsand services known to it? Advertising In local media likenewspapers, radio, internet, and T.V. is certainly a start.

But another part is also using the resources of theChamber. Whether that’s an ad in the monthly newsletter, ane-blast, or being one of the sponsors at an upcomingChamber event. Upcoming Chamber events you can helpsponsor and get recognition for include the Business Expo inSeptember, the Tree Lighting in November and (hard tobelieve I’m mentioning this in August!), the Holiday Parade inDecember. Hosting a Business After Hours is another greatway to keep your business name out there. There are stillopenings for November.

All theses events are great ways to get your name out to otherbusinesses and customers and be recognized as supporting theGreater Rochester community. Because you never know whensomeone is ready to do business with you.

Paint the City Blue!The Greater RochesterChamber of Commerce,Rochester Rotary Club, HolyRosary Credit Union,American Legion Post 7Women's Auxiliary andRochester Main Street havecome together to recognizethe positive impact that theRochester Police Departmenthas on our community. Theirgoal is to have visual displays|throughout the City showingsupport for our men andwomen in blue includingdecorating public spaces withblue lights, bows, garland in order to"Paint the City Blue".The group is seeking approximately 30-40 businesspartners to contribute $100 each by August 10th, whichwill be dedicated to purchasing supplies for this effort.Any excess funds will be donated to a charity to bechosen by the men and women of the Rochester PoliceDepartment. Questions may be directed to NTPODCommittee Chair, Lisa Stanley, at 603-332-5506 or viaemail at admin@witwaysupply.com. For additionalinformation, visit www.rochesternh.org/NTPOD.

Bonney Staffing has job openingsApply online today at www.bonneystaffing.com, walk-in to their Portsmouthoffice at 767 Islington Street in Portsmouth, NH or call 603-430-2121.

City of Rochester NewsCity of Rochester can now accept property tax payments online. Through itsnew Citizen Self Service feature, property owners may pay their property taxbills on the city's website. Taxpayers will also be able to view their paymenthistory on the site.

Free Breakfast and Lunch Now Available to Rochester YouthFrom now until Aug. 17 -- free breakfast and lunch will be available weekdaysthrough Community Action Partnership of Strafford County, with theassistance of the federal Summer Food Service Program. For locationinformation call Jamie Swan at 603-516-2339 or visit StraffordCAP.org.

The Children's Dyslexia Centers-Seacoast Learning Center isexpanding!!!!

For the past 14 years the Center has provided free dyslexia tutoring tostruggling readers from Rochester and surrounding communities. Please joinus as we celebrate our re-opening on September 13th in our new expandedspace with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4:00 pm and open house until 7:00pm.

ConvenientMD Urgent Care offers $20 Sports, School and CampPhysicals

ConvenientMD Urgent Care offers high-quality, fast and affordable medicalcare for illness and injury, seven days a week, from 8am to 8pm. There isalways a full medical team trained in urgent care, occupational health andwork-related injury on site at our 9 clinics, ready to treat all ages (fromnewborns to the elderly) in a welcoming and friendly environment. There areno appointments, just walk in and be seen quickly. For location informationgo to: www.convenientmd.com

Daystar, Inc. NewsDaystar, Inc. ranks among the world's 501 most strategic and innovativemanaged service providers (MSPs), according to Channel Futures 11th annualMSP 501 Worldwide Company Rankings. At number 277, Daystar joins an elitegroup of MSPs. Daystar will be recognized at a special ceremony at ChannelPartners Evolution, held this year October 9-12 in Philadelphia, as well as inthe Fall issue of Channel Partners Magazine. For more information , pleasevisit www.daystarinc.com.

Feliciano Limousine LLC Invites you to Book Your Limo TodayWe can arrange transportation and tickets to any event with our in-houseticket agency, Nationwide Service - Online Reservations - For moreinformation, call 603-332-3641 or visit www.felicianolimo.com.

First Church Congregational Upcoming Events:Saturday, August 4 - Annual Blueberry Fest, 7:30am to noon. For additionalinformation, call 603-332-1121 or visit http://first-ucc.net

Frisbie Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Golf Tournament - August 14Frisbie Memorial Hospital will present their 23rd Annual Auxiliary GolfTournament on Tuesday, August 14, 2018 beginning at 8:00 am at theRochester Country Club. For information or to register, call Joanne Livingstonat 603-330-8979, email j.livingston@fmhospital.com

The Gafney Home welcomes Rachel Sanchez as new AdministratorRachel Sanchez joined The Gafney Home as Administrator in June 2018. Shehas a wealth of Healthcare Leadership experience, having served for sixteenyears as Assistant Director of Food and Nutrition at Lawrence General Hospitalin Lawrence, MA. Contact Rachel today to learn how The Gafney Home canserve your Senior Living needs. Email rsanchez@gafneyhome.org or call 603-332-2705.

Governor's Inn Summer Music SeriesThe Governor's Inn will present their 15th annual Summer Music Series withFREE, live music all summer. Americana, Blues, Bluegrass, Funk, Reggae,Rock and Roots! Showtimes are Thursdays 6-9:00 pm, Fridays and Saturdays 7-10 pm (except for August 4 Festival) and Sundays 4-7:00 pm. Visit http://www.governorsinn.com/Summermusicseries.cfm

Granite State College Upcoming Professional Development WorkshopsEffective Team Building - July 31 - 9:00am to 3:30 pm - ConcordThis session will explore concepts and practices that enhance team dynamicsand effectiveness. Discussions will focus on identifying strategies thatpromote collegiality, diversity, and respect that will better positionindividuals and teams for success.

Workplace Communication: Tips to Improve Your Writing Skills - August 14- 9:00am to 3:30pm - ConcordEmployers expect individuals to have the ability to communicate effectively,but not everyone has a background in communications. This workshop willoffer practical solutions to common workplace writing issues including:grammar, mechanics, punctuation, and style.

Adult Learning: Keys to Successful Employee Training—ONLINE TRAININGAugust 30 9:30am - Noon October 23 1:30 - 4 pm December 6 9:30am -NoonThis session provides an introduction to effective strategies related to thedesign, development, deployment, and evaluation of educationalopportunities for the unique needs of adult learners.

Providing Extraordinary Customer Service - September 19 9am - Noon—WhitefieldLearn about customer service skills, building customer loyalty, working withunsatisfied customers, and creating effective first impressions in thisparticipatory session.

Revolution Taproom & Grill's Upcoming Events:Jack Nite Trivia - Every Wednesday at 6:30pmHappy Hour- Monday through Friday 3 to 6pmKaraoke - Thursday evenings in the Lounge 7:30-11:30pmLive Music - Every Thursday and Saturday nightSunday Brunch - Sundays from 10am - 2pmOutdoor patio is open and is dog friendly. For more information, visitwww.revolutiontaproomandgrill.com.

RiverStones Custom Framing and The Franklin Gallery hosting exhibitOpening Thursday, Aug. 2, "Seacoast LGBT History: More Impact andInfluence." The exhibit's grand opening is from 5 to 7 p.m. on August 2 at TheFranklin Gallery, located at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 North Main St,Rochester. The exhibit will be open through August 31. Rochester Pride Day isSaturday, August 25 and the gallery will be opened until 4 p.m. that day.

Rochester Opera House & Rochester Performance & Arts Centerpresents

Jul 19-Aug 5 A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM -Aug 5 CABARET SERIES, 7:00 pm - Performance & Arts CenterAug 15 BLUES TRAVELER, 8:00 pm - Opera HouseAug 25 PRIDE DANCE PARTY, 4-10 pm - Performance & Arts Center

Reserve tickets online or call the box office (603) 335-1992, W/F from 12-5pm and 1 hour before the show. For more information, visitwww.rochesteroperahouse.com.

The Rochester Public Library presents: Yoga For Every BodyRegistration is now open for Wednesdays August 8th and 22nd, at 7pm! Joinyoga teacher Naomi Kaplan, RYT 500, for a class that is built for everyone.Mats and blocks are provided, but feel free to bring your own! Classes are freebut registration is required. Register by calling 332-1428 or emailreference@rpl.lib.nh.us

Rochester Residents Invited to Play in Gonic-East Side Softball GameOn Sunday, Aug. 12, residents of Gonic -- Wards 2, 3 and 4 -- will take onresidents from Rochester's East Side -- Wards 1, 5 and 6 -- in the ninthinstallment of the revived crosstown rivalry. The game will be played at 10a.m. at Riverside Park on Old Dover Road. The game is coed and open toresidents aged 12-99, and everyone who comes will have a chance to play.They can reach out to their respective ward's managers directly by callingGonic Manager Pete Lachapelle at 603-396-9602 or East Side Manager DanLevesque at 603-767-5078.

Member News

What’s Been Going on at the Chamber?

July Business After Hours was hosted by Potter’s HouseBakery & Café’ . Guest sampled homemade maplerounds, whoopie pies, eclairs, cannolis and more!

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce,Rochester Economic Development, RochesterMain Street and the Rochester Fire Departmentrecently hosted two joint workshops on FireSafety Codes. The workshops specificallycovered: What businesses should expect during and

after an inspection What Fire and Life safety codes are

followed How business can work together with the

City to come into compliance, and thebenefits of being in compliance.

Thank you to Rochester Fire Department DeputyChief Tim Wilder, former Deputy Chief JohnPowers, for two very informative workshops thatopened the doors for better communicationbetween the Fire Department and the businesscommunity.

A special thankyou to GraniteSteak & Grill forhosting themeeting location.

2018Chamber Leadership

OfficersChairman of the Board

Keith NewtonD.F. Richard Energy

Chairman-ElectAnne BrownDaystar, Inc.

Vice Chair, Governmental AffairsSteve Cates

Waste Management

Vice Chair, MembershipAlan Johnson

Atlantic Broadband

Vice Chair, Events & Fund RaisersJanet Oliver

Unitil

TreasurerSharla Rollins

Federal Savings Bank

Immediate Past ChairmanMatthew Beaulieu

Service Credit Union

DirectorsMark Farrell

Laars Heating Systems Company

Paul GatehouseIndependence Financial Advisors, LLC

Mike HaganHagan’s Motor Pool

Tanya HerveyTanya Lee Hervey Photography

Rod JablonskiBetter Homes & Gardens-Masiello

Michelle LandryFrisbie Memorial Hospital

Kerrie LandryCornerstone VNA

Kathleen LewisEversource

Bill McGlinceyHannaford Supermarkets

Mark ZoellerKeller Williams Coastal Realty

Chamber StaffPresident/CEO

Laura Ring

Part-time Administrative AssistantTori Martin

Part-time Administrative AssistantTori Gagnon

Greater RochesterChamber of Commerce

18 South Main StreetRochester, NH 03867www.rochesternh.org

(603)332-5080

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYUPCOMING

EVENTS

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4pmBusiness &Comm ExpoCommitteemeeting

3 4

5 6 7 8

8:00amAmbassadorMeeting

9 10

6pmChamberRaffle Bash

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12 13 14 15

5:00pmTri-ChamberBAHGoodwinCommunityHealth

16

7:30amGovernmentalAffairs

178:00ChamberRaffleCommittee

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19 20 21 22 23

7:30amBOD Meeting

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26 27 28 29 30 31

SEE THE ENCLOSED FLYERS TO REGISTER FOR EVENTS

Sept 12thBusiness &Community

Expo

Sept 27thBusiness

After Hours-HBL Group

LLC

October10th

OperationThank You

August 2018 Chamber Calendar

Only 325 tickets to be sold at $100 each • Drawing: Friday, August 14, 2015See Reverse for Sponsorship Opportunities

Winner SelectsEither

PLEASE RETURN TO

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce18 South Main StreetRochester, NH 03867Phone: 603-332-5080 Fax: 603-332-5216Email: events@rochesternh.orgOrder online at: www.rochesternh.org

Chamber Raffle Ticket Form

Name _______________________________ Company ______________________________________

Address __________________________________________ Phone __________________________

Number of Tickets Requested @ $100.00 each_____

*each ticket purchased ADMITS TWO to attend theChamber Raffle Bash noted above

$______ Payment Enclosed _____ Please Invoice Me $______

2018 Harley DavidsonFXLR Low Rider Motorcycle

Event Underwriter:

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$10,000 cash prize

Each Chamber Raffle Ticket purchased ADMITS TWOto attend the

“The Greatest Raffle On Earth”Chamber Raffle Bash Event

Friday, August 10, 2018 • 6:00pm to 10:00pm

at The Governor’s Inn • 78 Wakefield Street, Rochester

Buffet • Chamber Reverse Raffle •2nd Chance Prizes • Runner Up Prizes

An RSVP to attend the Chamber Raffle Bash event is required byAugust 1, 2018

Call the Chamber Office or Complete andReturn the Form Below to Purchase Your

Chamber Raffle Ticket

Buffet/Dessert/Program Sponsor- $500Logo on signage at buffet table, dessert station or bars at the eventLogo in event programs distributed to all attendeesLogo on Chamber Update newsletter flyers monthlyLogo on all email blasts sent to over 700 recipientsAnnouncement of sponsorship at eventRecognition on Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Registration Sponsors- $500Logo on signage at the event and at Registration tableLogo in event program distributed to all attendeesLogo on Chamber Update newsletter flyers monthlyLogo on email blasts sent to over 700 recipientsAnnouncement of sponsorship at eventRecognition on Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Big Top/Social Hour/Presentation Sponsors- $250Logo on signage at the eventLogo in event program distributed to all attendeesLogo on Chamber Update newsletter flyers monthlyLogo on email blasts sent to over 700 recipientsAnnouncement of sponsorship at eventRecognition on Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Game Sponsor- $200Logo on signage at the eventLogo in event program distributed to all attendeesLogo on Chamber Update newsletter flyers monthlyLogo on email blasts sent to over 700 recipientsAnnouncement of sponsorship at eventRecognition on Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Decoration Sponsors- $100Logo in event program distributed all attendeesLogo on Chamber Update newsletter flyers monthlyLogo on email blasts sent to over 700 recipientsAnnouncement of sponsorship at eventRecognition on Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

Table Sponsors- $50A tent card with your logo on a table at the event and business Name included onevent programsBusiness may decorate their table and provide promotional material (optional)Recognition on Thank You Flyer in Chamber newsletter following event

***************************************************************************************CHAMBER RAFFLE BASH SPONSORSHIP SIGN UP

____$500 Level ____$250 Level ____$200 Level ____ $100 Level ____ $50 Level

Company: _____________________________________Contact:_______________________________

Please return to: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, 18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867Phone: 603-332-5080 ~ Fax: 603-332-5216 ~ Email: events@rochesternh.org

Chamber Raffle BashFriday, August 10, 2018 ~ 6:00—10:00pm

The Governor’s Inn

2018 Sponsorship Opportunities

____Please sign my business up as an Exhibitor

_____ $150 Member _____$200 Non-Member

____Invoice Me ____Payment Enclosed

Business:___________________________________________________________ Contact ___ ____

Email:__________________________________________ Phone:_____________________ Electricity Needed? ___Yes ____No* Electricity is limited and not guaranteed. Please plan accordingly.

*Should you require special assistance, request must be received in writing prior to Friday, August 10, 2018.

2018 BUSINESS & COMMUNITY EXPO EXHIBITOR SIGN UP

EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

Business/Community Exhibitor Meet, discuss and showcase your products and services to the local business community and the general public

Exhibit in an 8’ space with a 6’ table. Exhibitor space includes 6’ draped tableand chairs

Promotion on Chamber website prior to the event

Promotion in Community Expo program provided to attendees at the event

In addition to being able to conduct a raffle at your table to generate leads,you are invited to donate a door prize item that will be drawn as part of theprogram throughout the evening. See details below!

Additional requests may be subject to additional fees.

Cost to Exhibit: $150/booth Chamber Members & $200/booth non-Chamber Members

_____Yes, I would like to donate a door prize

that will be drawn as part of the Business &

Community Expo Program throughout the evening!

Item being donated: __________________________________

___ I will drop the item off ___ Please pick the item up

Underwritten by:

Wednesday, September 12th, 2018Rochester Community Center

150 Wakefield Street, Rochester4:00—5:00pm Exhibitor to Exhibitor Show 5:00—7:00pm Doors Open to Public

Complete and return by August 10, 2018: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867

Phone: 603-332-5080 Fax: 603-332-5216Email: events@rochesternh.org

DATE/TIME/PLACE

____Please sign my business up for the following sponsorship level: _______________________________

____Yes, I would like to donate a door prize as part of the Expo

Raffle Item Being Donated: ________________________________________________

____ I will drop the item off _____ Please pick the item up

____Invoice Me ____Payment Enclosed

Business:________________________________________________________ Email

Contact:________________________________________________________Phone:_______________________________________

Complete and return byAugust 10th, 2018 To:

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH Phone:

603-332-5080 Fax: 603-332-5216Email: events@rochesternh.org

2018 Business & Community Expo Sponsorship Sign-up

In addition to being able to conduct a raffle at your table to generate leads, ALL sponsor levels areinvited to donate a door prize item that will be drawn as part of the program throughout the evening.

See details below!

2018 BUSINESS & COMMUNITY EXPO SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Wednesday, September 12th, 2018ROCHESTER COMMUNITY CENTER, 150 WAKEFIELD ST., ROCHESTER, NH

CORPORATE/PROGRAM/HOSPITALITY Sponsors Cost: $500 eachThis sponsorship level offers the following:

Business name & logo included on all promotion related to the event including flyers, posters,

Chamber newsletter, event program, e-mail blasts, press releases and social media announcements.

Business name & logo on signage at the event. Program sponsor—ad on program distributed at event.

Complimentary exhibitor space at the event.

GRAND PRIZE RAFFLE Co—Sponsors Cost: $500This sponsorship level offers the following:

Business name & logo included on all promotion related to the event including flyers, posters,

Chamber newsletter, event program, email blasts, press releases & social media announcements.

Business name & logo on signage at event

Company representatives have the opportunity to draw the winning ticket at the event

Complimentary exhibitor space at the event

TECHNOLOGY Sponsor Cost: $300This sponsorship level offers the following:

Business name & logo included on all promotion related to the event including flyers, posters,

Chamber newsletter, event program, email blasts, press releases & social media announcements

Business name & logo on signage and power point presentation at event

Complimentary exhibitor space at the event

Business:________________________________________________________ Contact ________

Email:____________________________________________________________ Phone:________________________________________

Complete and return to: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867

Phone: 603-332-5080 Fax: 603-332-5216Email: events@rochesternh.org

2018 Business & Community Expo Door Prize Donor/volunteer SIGN UP

Door Prize Donations

Door Prize Donor

Promotion in Community Expo program provided to attendees at the event. Promotion on PowerPoint presentation at the event. Included on signage at the event. Recognition in the Thank You flyer in the Chamber newsletter

Examples Include

Gift Baskets Gift Certificates Electronic Items Health & Wellness Packages Museum Passes Promotional Items/Apparel from your business

Door Prize DrawingsAttendees can purchase raffle tickets to include in the door prize bucket oftheir choice. Door prizes are drawn throughout the evening and prizes areclaimed at the registration table.

_____Yes, I would like to donate a door prize that will be drawn as part of theBusiness & Community Expo Program throughout the evening!

Item(s) being donated: ______________________________________________________________________

Value of Item(s): ____________________________________________________________________________

___ I will drop the item(s) off ___ Please pick the item(s) up

____YES, I WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER AT THE EVENT

Underwritten by:

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2018Rochester Community Center, 150 Wakefield Street, Rochester

4:00—5:00pm Exhibitor to Exhibitor 5:00—7:00pm Doors Open to Public

RSVP by August 10, 2018 Online at:

http://www.dovernh.org/trichamber

Wednesday, August 15, 2018 ~ 5:00-7:00PM

311 Route 108Somersworth, NH

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Goodwin Community Health as they showcase their servicesand provide an opportunity to network with members

from the Tri-City region.

Enjoy hors d'oeuvres while networking with fellow Chambermembers from the Tri-City region.

Bring plenty of your business cards!

After Hours

Hosted by:

Please RSVP by September 24, 2018 to:www.rochesternh.org/BAH-September

9 Colonial Way, Suite A, Barrington, NH

Thursday, September 27, 2018 ~ 5:30-7:00 PM

Join HBL Group LLC as they welcome chamber members to theirBarrington offices. Meet some of the staff and learn about the

various insurance and financial products and services they offer. There will also be a HUGE announcement you won’t want to miss!

Delicious hors d'oeuvres will also be provided by MLC Catering.

Hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be providedalong with chances for door prizes.

Bring plenty of business cards for networking and raffles.

FREE BUSINESS LISTING

BUSINESS NAME________________________________________ CATEGORY _____________________________

CONTACT (No more than 2, job titles not included)_______________________________________________________

ADDRESS (location)_______________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS (mailing)________________________________________________________________________________

TELEPHONE # _______________________________________FAX #_______________________________________

EMAIL ADDRESS (One email permitted)________________________________________________________________

Do you want Email address printed In Member Directory? __Yes __No On website? __Yes __ No

WEB SITE ADDRESS______________________________________________________________________________

CURRENT PARTICIPANT IN THE CHAMBER DISCOUNT CARD PROGRAM? ____YES ____ NO ___SEND INFO

SOCIAL MEDIA LOCATION(S): www.facebook.com/____________________________ Twitter: @_________________

BUSINESS DESCRIPTION (8-10 Words Only) ___________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

ADDITIONAL BUSINESS CATEGORIES - $25 EACH

To increase your exposure, you may be listed under multiple business categories in both the printed and online MemberDirectory. The cost of each additional category is $25.

I wish to be listed under my main business category only at no charge.

I wish to also be listed under the following business categories at $25 each.

____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________

Total $_____ ___Payment Enclosed ___ Please Invoice Me

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, 18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867Phone: (603) 332-5080 Fax: (603) 332-5216 Email: memberservices@rochesternh.org

FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY

___CM ___CC ___Listing(s) ___ AMB ___ CDC ___ Relocation ___Accounting

Log in to the Chamber’s website using your usernameand password and update your information anytime!

2018-2019 ChamberBusiness Referral Directory

WE WANT TO MAKE SURE YOUR BUSINESS LISTING IS ACCURATE

In preparation of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce’s 2018/2019 Business Referral Directory, please make anyupdates to the listing that you want to appear in the guide via your member portal on the Chamber website or provide uswith the information below to make sure your listing is accurate.Members receive ONE FREE listing in the Chamber’s Business Referral Directory. Please review your listing(s).Please decide which Business Category(ies) you would like to be located under. Listings under more than one businesscategory are $25/additional category.

____ REPEAT the same information as last year ___ CHANGE my business listing(s) as noted below or on the attached.

PLEASE RETURN BY MONDAY, AUGUST 6, 2018 TO

2018/2019 BUSINESS REFERRAL

DIRECTORY & WEBSITE ADVERTISING

ENHANCED MEMBERSHIP LISITING BENEFITS

By upgrading from a Basic Listing to an Enhanced Listing, members can add

additional features listed below to further engage with those that visit their

member page. In addition to the Basic Membership Listing features, Enhanced

Membership Listing Includes:

SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR GREAT ADVERTISING RATES!

The Chamber Business Referral Directory is an annual publication containing

business listings of Chamber members under their respective business category(ies)

that is widely distributed to fellow Chamber members, accommodations, restaurants

and the public to promote the products and services available from our members.

To support the production of this valuable publication, members are offered

affordable advertising rates to meet a variety of budgets. Please consider supporting

this business publication that promotes Chamber member businesses.

SEVERAL ADVERTISING

OPTIONS AVAILABLE:

• Website Banner Ad See the Example Here!

• Enhance Your

• Membership Listing See the Example Below!

• Printed Guide Ad

• Business Listings in

Multiple Business

Categories

• 1600 Character Business Description

• Search Photo Linking to Your Website

• YouTube Video

• Website Ecard

• Photo Gallery

• Include 20 Keywords

• 5 Bulleted Text Links

• Results Summary

In Additional to the Basic Features, the

Enhanced Membership Listing Features: Basic Membership Listing Features:

• 200 Character Business

Description

• 200 Character Driving Directions

• Include 8 Keywords

• Hours of Operation

• Mapping Feature

Sample Enhanced

Membership Listing

Advertise with a Banner Ad! Size: 480 x 120 pixels

Contact Laura at the Chamber for pricing and space availability!

Banner Ads Link Directly to Your

Website and Appear on the

Selected Page on the

Chamber’s Website for

TWO YEARS!

You can also choose to have

multiple ads scrolling to highlight

different areas of your business!

ADVERTISING SPECIAL!

Advertise in both the print

directory AND purchase a banner

ad and receive a FREE Enhanced

Membership Listing and $100 OFF

your banner ad fee!

2018/2019 BUSINESS REFERRAL DIRECTORY

& WEBSITE ADVERTISING SIGN-UP

BUSINESS REFERRAL DIRECTORY/WEBSITE ADVERTISING SIGN-UP

(See prices above) Directory Ad & Enhanced Listing $ _______

Directory Ad Only $ _______

Enhanced Membership Listing Only ($100) $ _______

Additional Category Listings in guide - ___ @ $25 each $ _______

Edit previous ad (Add $15) $ _______

TOTAL $ _______

Amount Enclosed $________ Please invoice me

FREE BUSINESS CATEGORY LISTING As a benefit of Chamber membership, you are provided with one free business listing in your main business category in the 2018/2019 Business Referral Directory.

Main business category (FREE)

MULTIPLE BUSINESS CATEGORY LISTINGS (OPTIONAL) Make sure fellow members and the public find you in all of the appropriate business categories that pertain to your business. Have your business listed in multiple business categories in the Business Referral Guide for $25 per category. (Examples: This is ideal for the restaurant owner who also caters or has a function room, the real

estate broker who also does property management, or the banker who also offers loans and mortgages)

_____________________________ ___________________________ ______________________________ ___________________________

OUR ADVERTISING

RATES OFFER GREAT

SAVINGS WITH

COMBINED PRINT

GUIDE AND WEBSITE

ADVERTISING!

INCREASE VISIBILITY IN

THE BUSINESS

REFERRAL DIRECTORY

AND ON WEBSITE BY

PURCHASING

ADDITIONAL

CATEGORIES THAT

YOUR BUSINESS COULD

BE LISTED UNDER.

__________________

RETURN BY August 6, 2018 :

Greater Rochester Chamber

of Commerce

18 South Main Street

Rochester, NH 03867

Phone: (603) 332-5080

Fax: (603) 332-5216

Email: memberservices@rochesternh.org

Company ___________________________________ Contact ____________________

Phone ______________________ Email _____________________________________

Ads must be sent in PDF format.

Website Ecards can be sent in JPEG or PNG format.

YES, PLEASE RESERVE THE AD SPACE INDICATED BELOW

[ ] Inside Covers $1000 + $100 (enhanced listing) $1100 (Full Page Dimensions: 4 1/4”wide x 7” height)

[ ] Premier Divider Page $500 + $100 (enhanced listing) $600

[ ] Full Page - $350 + $100 (enhanced listing) $450 (Full Page Dimensions: 4 1/4”wide x 7” height)

[ ] 1/2 Page - $250 + $100 (enhanced listing) $350 (1/2 Page options: ___ Vertical (2 1/8” x 7”) or ___ Horizontal (4 1/4” x 3 5/8”)

[ ] 1/4 Page - $200 + $100 (enhanced listing) $300 (1//4 Page Options: ___ Vertical (2 1/8” x 3 5/8”) or ___ Horizontal (4 1/4” x 1 3/4”)

[ ] 1/8 Page - $150 + $100 (enhanced listing) $250 (1//8 Page Dimensions: 2 1/8”wide x 1 3/4” height)

[ ] Enhanced Membership Listing Only $100

See Reverse Side for the Benefits of Enhancing Your Membership Listing!

[ ] Previous Ad Edit Fee $15

Team Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________________

Team Members: ______________________________ ________________________________ η��Ʃ ĞŶĚŝŶŐ��ƌĞĂŬĨĂƐƚ͗ ����

_____________________________ ________________________________ ______________

Return by Friday, September 21, 2018 to: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867Phone: 603-332-5080 Fax: 603-332-5216Email: memberservices@rochesternh.org

Last year’s volunteer’s enjoyed a wonderful breakfast before venturing out to thank members and deliver the new directories!

Volunteers Are Needed to assist in the delivery of the new2017/2018 Business Referral Directory and THANK membersfor their continued support of the Chamber!

Underwritten By:

8:00 am- 9:00 am /ŶƐƚƌƵĐƟŽŶĂů�ŐĂƚŚĞƌŝŶŐ�ǁ ŝƚŚ�Ă�ĐŽŵƉůŝŵĞŶƚĂƌLJ�ďƌĞĂŬĨĂƐƚ�provided to volunteers at The Governor’s Inn. 78 Wakefield Street, Rochester.

9:30 am- 12:00 pm Teams of 3-4 volunteers will visit their assigned areas to thank members for their supportand deliver the new Chamber Business Referral Directory.

12:00 pm - 4:30 pm Deliver completed contact cards to Chamber office.

Hang a Blue Ribbon or Bow in your front yard - a prominent tree oryour mailbox is a great spot!

Replace your porch light bulb with a blue one to show your support! String blue Christmas lights in a small tree or shrub - make it

festive! Pick up a yard sign designed for the Event. Ribbons, lights & signs are available in various locations - visit us on

FB for details or the event page at rochesternh.org/NTPOD

Lets turn Rochester Blue in Honor

of Local Law Enforcement on

Saturday, September 15, 2018

National Thank a Police Officer Day

LEADERSHIP GREATER ROCHESTERc/o Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce

18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867www.rochesternh.org

CONFIDENTIAL LEADERSHIP CANDIDATE APPLICATION2018-2019 CLASS

Leadership Greater Rochester is a leadership program developed by the Greater Rochester Chamber ofCommerce.

PurposeThe purpose of Leadership Greater Rochester is to foster professional growth and identify leaders in thegreater Rochester area.

Applicants must complete the following application in its entirety and return it with a brief essay to beconsidered for participation in the Leadership Greater Rochester program. Upon receipt of the applicationand essay, you will be contacted to schedule an interview. Class members will be notified and announced byAugust 31, 2018.

1. Applicant

Name___________________________________________

Home Address _________________________________________________________________

City ______________________________________ State _______ Zip ____________________

Phone (Home) _______________________ (Business__________________________________

Email _________________________________________________________________________

2. Employment

Current Employer ___________________________________________ Date Began __________

Employer Address _______________________________________________________________

City ______________________________________ State _______ Zip ____________________

Present Position/Title _____________________________________ Date Began_____________

3. Other Employment

Employer Position/Title From/To

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

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4. Business or Professional associations or organizations which you are or have been active

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

5. Civic Involvement

Organization Nature of Organization Position Date

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

6. Education

Please list education, training and/or specialized programs:

Name City/State Years Enrolled Major/Degree

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

7. Additional Activities, Honors and Awards

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

8. References

Please provide at least 2 individuals who can speak to your leadership potential and performance andwhom we may contact regarding your qualifications.

Reference 1:

Name ______________________________________ Title ___________________________

Address ____________________________________ Phone __________________________

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Reference 2:

Name ______________________________________ Title ___________________________

Address ____________________________________ Phone __________________________

Reference 3:

Name ______________________________________ Title ___________________________

Address ____________________________________ Phone __________________________

8. EssayPlease prepare a brief one-page typed essay explaining your ideal vision of Rochester or your community

and what you hope to gain from this program. (Please use the following page).

9. Commitment to the ProgramThe Leadership Greater Rochester program is conducted on business days. Requirements include:

Reading assignments Experiential assignments prior to each session. Attendance - If a participant misses more than 2 sessions, he/she will be dropped from the

program and tuition will be forfeited. Candidates must have the support and commitment of their employer. A letter of support to

participate in the program from your employer must accompany this application.

10. TuitionTuition for Leadership Greater Rochester is $500.00 payable by either the applicant and/or their employer.

Scholarships are offered to those who demonstrate need. If you wish to request scholarship assistance,please attach a letter describing your need and the amount requested.

11. Application DeadlineThe application deadline to submit applications for the Leadership Greater Rochester Program isAugust 31, 2018.

For additional information, contact Laura Ring at the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce at603-332-5080.

I understand the purpose of Leadership Greater Rochester and if selected, I will devote the time tocompleting the program.

_____________________________________________ _______________________Applicant Signature Date

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Leadership Greater Rochester Essay

Please submit an essay explaining your vision of Rochester of your own community and what you hopeto gain from participation in the Leadership Greater Rochester program.