The New Social Media: How to Market Your Business Through Facebook, Twitter and More!
 Sign up now to learn all about the new social media; Facebook, Twitter, etc. and how to promote your business or organization through this new medium.
RRCC will host Rachel Carter of Rachel Carter PR for a two hour interactive presentation on marketing your business through social media sites including Facebook, Twitter and More!The event will take place on Thursday, January 14, 2010, 8am-10am at the Franklin Conference Center off Strongs Ave. The cost of the event is only $20 for members and $25 for non members and includes a full breakfast buffet! RSVP will be required email us your RSVP or call 802-773-2747 by January 8, 2010.
Rachel Carter PR is housed in the Charlotte Farmhouse Rachel also calls home and provides public relations and publicity services to Vermont companies and organizations. Rachel combines her traditional PR and media relationship skills and training with her life experiences as a savvy internet user, social networker, and grassroots marketer to provide clients with an unparalleled communication experience.
Sign Up Now! RRCC Business Show 2010
Sign up now to reserve your space at the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce Business Show 2010 sponsored by Rutland Regional Medical Center. This years show will be held at the Holiday Inn on March 9, 2010 from 4:00-7:30pm. With 85 vendor spaces available we've been able to sell the show out each year and expect the same this year.
An exhibitor contract is attached to this issue of The Courier. Spaces are sold on a first come, first pay basis with a limit on electricity and wall locations, so get your form in early.
Call the Chamber office at 773-2747 for more information or go to www.rutlandvermont.com
December Chamber Mixer at Heritage Family Credit Union
 Matt Levandowski welcomes the large crowd on hand at the December Holiday Chamber Mixer at Heritage Family Credit Union. The mixer featured great food, great networking and door prizes. The next mixer will take place on January 12th, 5-7pm at Red Clover Inn in Mendon.
Workers Comp Corner
New Hire Reporting Part 3 of 3
Q: As a temporary employment agency, must we report as a new hire each individual placed by our agency?
A: If your agency is paying wages to the individual, you MUST submit a new hire report. The individual needs to be reported only once, unless there is a break in service from your agency and a new W-4 form is required. If your agency simply refers individuals for employment and does not pay salaries, new hire reports are not necessary from you.
Q: Do I need to submit a new hire report for independent contractors performing services for me?
A: Federal policy states that if the work being performed is based on a contract rather than an employer/employee relationship, you are not required to submit a new hire report. However, the contractor is responsible for reporting his/her employees.
Workers Comp Corner is sponsored by Poulos Insurance: For more information or rates on Workman's Compensation or any other business insurance contact Chuck Rose at Poulos Insurance, 802-775-4443.
Membership Directors Update-Joan Hill
 Hi Everyone,
Happy New Year!
The 2010 perk cards have been delivered. If for some reason I missed you, please call the chamber office. New perk card addition: New American Grill & Taproom is offering a 10% discount on food.
There is still space available on the Chamber Map. This is the premier map of the region and is updated each year for accuracy. Please call me (773-2747 ext. 203) for more information.
Thank you to Comcast for sponsoring the Legislative Reception at the South Station and to TD Bank for sponsoring the upcoming legislative breakfast series.
Join a committee, offer perk card discounts and get involved to receive the most benefits from your Chamber. I look forward to seeing you all at our next mixer at the Red Clover Inn on January 12th.
Welcome New Members
Bouchard Photography
Gary Bouchard
233 Dorr Dr., Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-775-3123
Email: bouphoto@myfairpoint.net
Boys & Girls Club of Rutland County
Larry Bayle
71 Merchants Row, Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-747-4944 Fax: 802-747-4961
Email: lbbgcrc@comcast.net
www.rutlandbgclub.org
Promotes the social, educational, health, leadership and character development of boys and girls during critical periods of their growth. To inspire and enable young people age 6-18 to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.
Mill River Lumber Ltd.
Frank S. Cecot
PO Box 100, 2639 Middle Rd., N. Clarendon, VT 05759
Ph: 802-775-0032 Fax: 802-747-3075
Email: fcecot@millriverlumber.com
www.millriverlumber.com
Manufacturer of Dried, Dressed, Eastern White Pine Lumber, Landscaping Mulch, Sawdust & Shavings, Logs, Timber and Forest Management Services
New American Grill and Taproom
Max Turner/Eric Christensen
46 Diamond Run Mall Dr., Rutland, VT 05701
Ph: 802-747-2444 Fax: 802-747-2443
Email: grillmax@comcast.net
Full service restaurant specializing in global comfort cuisine in a warm inviting atmosphere featuring 16 draft beers and superior customer service.
Oce' North America Document Printing Systems
Jason Curtis
640 Marlboro St., Keene, NH 03431
Ph: 802-952-8335
Email: jason.curtis@oce.com
www.oce.com
Global leader in document management solutions that print, copy, fax and scan, along with software applications to optimize workflow.
2010 Four Season Vacation Planner and Guidebook
 The Mountain Times is now accepting editorial input and ad orders for the next edition of the regions 2010 Four Season Vacation Planner and Guidebook. The magazine is the fulfillment guide to activities and vents across the regions. This color, glossy magazine is mailed to persons inquiring to the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce, event organizers, colleges, and businesses; it is widely distributed through the region at hotels, resorts, businesses and at selected Official State Tourist Information Centers. It is also used at regional trade and travel shows. The magazine has been recognized by the State of Vermont as the official informational guide for activities and events in our region. The deadline is February 5, 2010. Please contact The Mountain Times with your events information and to place your advertising. For ad inquiries call Zip at 802-422-2399 or email Zip@mountaintimes.info. Completed ads to stacy@mountaintimes.info or to provide area info and events send them to editor@mountaintimes.info
Ladabouche Furniture New Location
 The ribbon is cut at the opening of the new location of Ladabouche Furniture located at 162 South Main St., in Rutland
Holden Financial Services New Location
 The ribbon is cut at the new location of Holden Financial Services located at 92 Center St., Rutland.
Grand Opening New American Grill and Taproom
 The ribbon is cut at the grand opening of the New American Grill and Tap Room located in the Diamond Run Mall in Rutland Town.
From Our Members
Chaffee Art Center will be opening the Lock in Time-Photography Exhibit from January 8-February 6, 2010. This exhibit will feature the Merusi Centennial Collection, as well as, Rutland Area Art Association member photography. The opening reception will take place on January 8th, 5-8pm. For more information call 802-775-0356.
Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Southern Vermont is excepting entries for their 11th Annual Excellence in Housing Awards. Categories include, but are not limited to: single family home less then 2,000 sq ft; Residential Renovation/Restoration; Best Kitchen; Best Bathroom; Commercial (new and renovation); Masonry, Tile and many more. For more information call 802-773-0672.
Jackson Gore Inn at Okemo Mountain Resort received the RCI Gold Crown Resort designation for 2010. This award was presented in recognition of superior facilities and services. For more information call 808-228-1600.
Rutland Area Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice (RAVNAH) recently recognized retiring home health care aide Anne Broderick, LNA as its 2009 Employee of the Year. Also honored were recipients of RAVNAH’s HEALTH Matters awards. Patricia Merrill, LNA received the Honesty Award, Tonia Fifield received the Excellence Award, Jodi Beauchamp, LNA received the Attitude Award, Wendy Daley, BSN and Laura Vien shared the Leadership Award, Peg Ryan-Heibler, RN received the Teamwork Award and Sandy Eddy, BSN received the Helpfulness Award.
Tattersall’s Clothing Emporium is exhibiting quilts from the Maple Leaf Quilters through January 10, 2010. These quilts depict life experiences of members and can be seen during store hours. Tattersall’s is located at 96 Merchants Row. For more information call 802-773-5007
The Brick Box at the Paramount Theater announces the opening of Karen Swyler’s exquisite porcelain vessels on January 8, 2010. The opening reception will be held 5pm-8pm. The exhibit runs through February 9th. For more information call 802-235-2734.
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invites you to the
January Chamber Mixer
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
~5-7pm
Location: Woodward Rd.,
off Route 4 East, Mendon
Door Prizes
Hors d'oeuvres
RRCC January Meetings
1/5 Special Events, 8:30am
1/7 Membership Committee, 8:30am
1/11 Legislative Breakfast,
UI Trust Fund, 7:30am, Franklin Conference Center,
$8 per person
1/12 Mixer @ Red Clover Inn, Woodward Rd., Mendon, 5-7pm
1/14 Seminar: The New Social Media: How to Market Your Business Through Facebook, Twitter and More! 8-10am, Franklin Conference Center. $20 members, $25 non members. RSVP-773-2747
1/18 Public Policy Committee, 7:30am
1/25 Legislative Breakfast with Governor Jim Douglas, 7:30am, South Station Restaurant, $10 per person, RSVP 773-2747
1/27 Board of Directors Meeting, 12:15pm
RRCC Perk Card Member to Member Discount Program
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