Say hello to the Chamber's newest members. We want to welcome the South Central Medical and Resource Center located at 210 NW 4th St. in  Lindsay, and Davis Trucking owned by Tommy Davis. We are so excited to see the chamber growing and for business in town to contiue to be successful.

Business and Industry Council

Mid America Technology Center hosts a Business and Industry Council Breakfast the first Thursday of each month at 7 a.m. at the Mid America Technology Center located in Wayne. You are invited.

Christmas food baskets and  Joy Store is fast approaching. If you would like to donate to either please contact the chamber office at 756-4312

Save the Date

The Conference for Economic Development for our community will be held on November 19, 2008 from 9-2. It will be held at the newly opened CETES II Building on the campus of Cameron University. This will be an excellent opportunity for community leaders and volunteers from across southwest Oklahoma to learn about empowering their businesses and citizens while learning about various resources that will help their communities become more successful. Cost is $25.00 and included lunch. Register at www.cetes.org. Phone 580-581-5447. The conference is sponsored by CETES, Oklahoma Department of Commerce and REI.!.

Come be a Part of our Parade! Entry forms are available at the Chamber office.  Call Paula at 756–4312. This year's theme is Happy Birthday Jesus! Come out to help us celebrate. The parade is slated for December 6^th at 6:30 pm.  We look forward to seeing you there!

 

Chamber to Organize Membership Drive

We are in the process of organizing a membership drive. We would like for each person who is a chamber member to recruit someone who is not. One of our local board members will be happy to pay you a visit and explain the benefits of being a chamber member. Also, we are meeting with Todd Wilson, OIC, concerning our Chamber Blue Group Insurance Plan. For those that are interested please contact the Chamber office at 756-4312. Help us help YOUR town!!

 

Get ready for Chamber of Commerce Election. Ballots will be sent out the first of November for Members to select a Board of Directors for the 2009 term. The first ballot will be mailed and you may vote for 15 members. Out of the 15 members a second ballot will be mailed and a final seven will be selected from the 15 who had the most votes. Please vote for those who are willing to serve, attend meetings, and participate in monthly board meeting. Your chamber is important to the community and it is vital to have an active board of directors.

Employment and Training Opportunities

The Chamber has  been advised that Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is recruiting for the positions of heavy equipment and crane mechanic and internships for the  heavy equipment industry, specifically for their company. They are seeking those who are fully qualified, as well as those who me be interest in training to become a heavy equipment service tech through their internship program at Oklahoma State University in Okmulgee. They are encouraging qualified females and minorities to apply for the service tech positions and any interested person to apply for the training opportunities through OSU. Inquires  may be directed to David Baker, V. Pres. Of Product Support and Dir. of Intern Program, 6715 W. Reno Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73127, 405-495-7820.

Lindsay working toward more economic growth..

Christy Dixon with the Department of Rural Development spent sometime in Lindsay recently. Dixon is the Southwest Rural Development Specialist with the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. She spent the day with the Lindsay Chamber of Commerce touring Lindsay and the many things it has to offer. She will be working closely with the chamber to help us pursue projects that would benefit our community. For instance, at the present time an international manufacturer of wind energy equipment and products has engaged the State of Oklahoma to search for potential manufacturing sites. She has submitted information to us and the chamber would be glad for any input or volunteers who are interested in helping with new community and economic development. There are many opportunities available and by hosting Christy to our town the chamber the chamber has taken steps toward a favorable beginning. Become a volunteer and help us help you!