Marion Chamber of Commerce Newsletter - August 7st

This Week's Member Spotlight

2020 Chamber Community Guide & Map: Reserve your ad by Aug 31st


2020 Marion Chamber Community Guide & May - Ad Rates

Thank you to our Current Ad Sponsors!

Aisin Group
Bank of Herrin
Blue Funeral Homes
Century 21 House of Realty
City of Marion
Clarida & Ziegler Engineering Co.
Clearwave Communications
Commercial Janitorial Services
First Southern Bank
Flanders
Futiva
Johnson-Hughes/Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Homes
Little Egypt Veterinary Clinic
Pain Management Center
Priority Staffing Group, LTD
SIH Urgent Care Work Care
The Pavilion
VisitSI

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Luncheon Sponsorship Opening for September!!


We have an opening for a luncheon sponsorship!!!
September 10, 2019 at The Pavilion

Please contact the chamber office if you would like to reserve this opportunity for your business or organization. This sponsorship includes:
3-5 minute presentation opportunity
Info table at the luncheon
1 complimentary lunch
Information at attendee tables

Ribbon Cutting: Shoe Sensation on August 9th

Mastermind Returns in August!

2 Spots left for Marion Session
3 Spots left for Carterville Session

In these Mastermind Groups you will discover your strengths based on the Clifton Strengths Finder assessment and how to use your strengths to become a great leader. You will identify three keys to being a more effective leader: knowing your strengths and investing in others’ strengths, getting people with the right strengths on your team, and understanding and meeting the four basic needs of those who look to you for leadership.

EVENT INFORMATION

2019 Legislative Summit - August 23rd


The 5th annual Marion Chamber of Commerce Legislative Summit will be held on Friday, August 23.  This event is an opportunity for Springfield Leaders to share the podium with local political leaders.  Attendees share lunch, information, and political awareness of issues facing Illinois. 

EVENT INFORMATION

35th annual Chamber Golf Scramble on September 26th


The Marion Chamber of Commerce will hold its 35th annual Golf Scramble on Thursday, September 26th.

Meet and greet with our live hole sponsors and sample delicious food and drinks along the course. Signature beverages can be enjoyed at our Chamber Oasis.

Register your four-person teams today! The cost is $360. Registration includes range, green fees, golf cart rental, lunch, a chance at great prizes and more! Lunch includes burgers & brats, chips and drinks. The event includes a 50/50 drawing, prizes, and more! 

EVENT INFORMATION

Community Block Party is September 6th!


Before Marion High School’s first home football game, the Marion Chamber of Commerce invites the community to kick-off the 2019 season with a Pre-Game Block Party! Food, drink and festivities are provided.  This free-to-the-public event is hosted by Chamber Members and community partners. Visitors just need to bring their Wildcat Pride!

EVENT INFORMATION

Live2Lead Southern Illinois

A phenomenal leadership development experience designed to equip you with new perspectives, practical tools and key takeaways. You’ll breathe new life into your leadership during this power-packed, full-day event.  Learn from world-class thought leaders through exclusive on-demand video presentations in the morning and take part in interactive breakout sessions in the afternoon. We guarantee you will leave refreshed and equipped to lead and create positive change in your community. ​

Corporate / Sponsorship Information
Attendee Registration

For the upcoming Live2Lead Southern Illinois event, we are focusing on identifying speakers to engage with leaders and professionals in a meaningful way by sharing their expertise, stories, advice and nuggets of knowledge and wisdom on any number of topics that speak to the professional growth of attendees or the betterment of the community in which we live, work and play.

Chamber Project Meetings

Marion Chamber of Commerce Legislative Affairs Committee meeting
08/15/2019
South Porte Bank
701 North Court
Marion, Il 62959

Member Events

Sleeping Through the Night Sleep Aid
08/08/2019
Jack & Josie's
1105 N Carbon Street
Marion , IL 62959

Whippoorwill Rodeo at the Williamson County Fairgrounds
08/08/2019- 08/09/2019
Williamson County Fairgrounds
101 N Fair Street
Marion , IL 62959

The Bodyguard: The Musical
08/09/2019
Marion Cultural Civic Center
800 Tower Square Plaza
Marion , IL 62959

Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening at Shoe Sensation
08/09/2019
Shoe Sensation
Marion Centre Complex 1301 Enterprise Way - Suite 20A
Marion , IL 62959

Backpack Day Giveaway
08/10/2019
Black Diamond
2400 Williamson County Pkwy
Marion , IL 62959

MCCC Classic Saturday Morning movie
08/10/2019
Marion Culture Civic Center
800 Tower Square Plz
Marion , IL 62959

Grand Opening at Shoe Sensation
08/10/2019
Shoe Sensation
Marion Centre Complex 1301 Enterprise Way - Suite 20A
Marion , IL 62959

Back to School Make Your Own Jawstring Bag
08/10/2019
Jack & Josie's
1105 N Carbon Street
Marion , IL 62959

Demo Derby presented by Baker Racing
08/10/2019
Williamson County Fairgrounds
101 N Fair Street
Marion , IL 62959

Epilepsy Walk 2019
08/11/2019
Rent One Park
Marion , IL 62959

Grand Opening at Shoe Sensation
08/11/2019
Shoe Sensation
Marion Centre Complex 1301 Enterprise Way - Suite 20A
Marion , IL 62959

Heartland Rotary Blood Drive
08/12/2019
The Hub Recreation Center
917 West Main Street
Marion , IL 62959

Membership Luncheon - August 2019
08/13/2019
The Pavilion
1602 Sioux Dr.
Marion , IL 62959

SIU Medicine Ribbon Cutting
08/15/2019
SIU Family Medicine
300 W Oak Street
Carbondale, IL 62901

Bags Tournament
08/16/2019
Franklin County Country Club
11058 Country Club Rd
West Frankfort, IL 62896

Heartland Regional's Rockin' Docs 5k
08/17/2019
Heartland Regional Medical Center
3333 West DeYoung St
Marion , IL 62959

Whiskers & Wine Gala
08/17/2019
Blue Sky Vineyard
3150 S Rocky Comfort Rd
Makanda, IL 62958

More to See and Do!

Are you looking for additional events and activities in our region?  Check out the VisitSI event calendar!
Marion Chamber of Commerce Newsletter - Marion Chamber of Commerce Newsletter - August 7st