February Networking Breakfat
Help Yonkers Engine Co 306 win a brand new kitchen
Advertise in the Yonkers Progress | SCORE Services and Workshops
Building Hope for the new Yonkers Animal Shelter
Women of Excellence Awards Luncheon
Join the Women in Business Committee | Annual Breakfast Plan
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Yonkers City Court, topic at February Networking Breakfast

Hon. Michael A. Martinelli, Chief Administrative Judge – Yonkers City Courtwill speak on: Overview of the Yonkers City Court at the Chamber's next Networking Breakfast to be held on Tuesday, February 28th, at Restaurant @ Olde Stone Mill 2 Scarsdale Road, Yonkers. The breakfast is sponsored by Veneruso, Curto, Schwartz & Curto, LLP, Attorneys & Counselors at Law.

Early Bird Coffee and the opportunity to network with members starts at 7:30 am with Breakfast at 7:45 am. The cost is $15 for members, $20 for guests of members, and $25 for non-members. Come early for networking and bring an ample supply of business cards and hand outs. To reserve, call the Chamber office at (914) 963-0332. Ask about our annual breakfast reservation ticket. This guarantees members preferred seating at all breakfast meetings and saves you money.

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Please help Yonkers Engine Co 306 win a brand new kitchen through the Rescue Remodel Contest.

There are 5 firehouses across the country competing for a $25K dollar complete kitchen make over, and if you've seen the Engine Co 306 space over the past few years, you know they could really use your help.

Please vote and pass this on to everyone on your email list so they can do the same...Any and ALL help will be greatly appreciated!

Voting period begins 1/24/12 and ends 2/28/12. Consumers are permitted to vote once per day. The link is www.rescueremodel.com for Yonkers Engine Co. 306

Thanks in advance for your help in making this happen!!! With Gratitude, The Men of 306

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Advertise in the Yonkers Progress

The holiday edition for 2011 of the Yonkers Progress will showcase the Business Hall of Fame Annual Dinner. You will have an opportunity to congratulate our honorees and advertise your business which reaches 45,000 Yonkers homes, distributed by the Penny Saver. Download the rate card for this special edition.

All materials must be e-mailed to jmartinelli@yonkerschamber.com by the closing deadline of November 9th.

All checks should be made payable to: THE YONKERS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – Yonkers Progress
Send to: The Yonkers Chamber of Commerce Yonkers Progress Advertising Program 55 Main Street – 2nd Floor Yonkers, New York 10701

For more information, contact Jeanne Martinelli Director of Marketing, (914) 963-0332. Thank you for your support and participation.

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You Can Make it With Some Help from Your Friends and Ours . . . SCORE®

If you want to start a small business, expand your business or simply solve a problem nagging your business, you can receive FREE expert advice from the Service Corps of Retired Executives. SCORE is a service of the Small Business Administration [SBA] and is made up of counselors who are successful executives either retired or still in business. These volunteers offer their time and expertise to assist you, the next generation of business leaders.

The Yonkers Chamber of Commerce is fortunate that SCORE has agreed to hold counseling sessions on a regular, weekly basis at our 55 Main Street – 2nd Floor offices. Counselors are available – by appointment only – every Tuesday.

SCORE counseling and their objectives include: • Guiding clients toward solving their own problems and making their own decisions. • Helping clients assess the viability of their business or new business idea in the competitive market place. • Reviewing personal characteristics needed in a successful entrepreneur. • Helping clients review their strengths and weaknesses, both personal and financial. • Advising clients of other SBA services. • Assisting clients in preparing a viable “Business Plan – The Essential Document for Success in Building and Financing a Business.

To arrange an appointment, simply call the SCORE main office at (914) 948 – 3907 or the Chamber at (914) 963 – 0332 / Fax (914) 963 - 0455. Another service of the Yonkers Chamber of Commerce

Upcoming Workshops at 120 Bloomingdale Road, Conference Room E, White Plains, NY 10605
Wednesdays 1:00-3:00pm (914) 948-3907
ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FREE & DO NOT REQUIRE RESERVATIONS

01/04/12 - Business Law & Tax Law - Mitch Glick
01/11/12 - Marketing on the Internet - Herb Stanger & Jennifer Shaheen
01/18/12 - Financing Your Business - Jerry Gutterman
01/25/12 - A Winning Business Plan - Bob D’Agostino
02/01/12 - NO WORKSHOP
02/08/12 - Leasing Commercial, Retail & Industrial Space - Vic Weinstein
02/15/12 - Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations - Mr. Bob Wyker
02/22/12 - What You Should Consider Before Going Into Business - Jerry Gutterman
02/29/12 - Sales Strategies - Charles Auerbach
03/07/12 - NO WORKSHOP
03/14/12 - Business Law & Tax Law - Mitch Glick
03/21/12 - The Internet for Business - Herb Stanger & Jennifer Shaheen
03/28/12 - A Winning Business Plan - Bob D’Agostino

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Building Hope for the new Yonkers Animal Shelter

This is the perfect time to show your love for a homeless and abandoned animal. 

Today is the perfect day to adopt your new best friend!

Visit the Yonkers Animal Shelter at 120 Fullerton Avenue (off Midland Avenue)

If you cannot open your heart and home to a shelter pet, please consider donating to the shelter.

The Yonkers Animal Shelter is in need of:
• Dog Treats • Blankets • Any kind of dry dog/cat food • Laundry soap • Cat toys • Dog Toys

Please, no plastic toys or rawhide. Thank you!

Visit the Yonkers Animal Shelter at 120 Fullerton Avenue (off Midland Avenue)
For more information contact Building Hope for the new Yonkers Animal Shelter P.O. Box 406 Yonkers, NY 10710

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Women of Excellence Awards Luncheon

The 20th Anniversary Gala Yonkers Women of Excellence Awards In Celebration of Women’s History Month Winners to be honored at a Special Awards Luncheon March 28, 2012 and Featured in a Special Women of Excellence Supplement In our Newspaper, The Yonkers Progress Yonkers Chamber of Commerce Women in Business

CATEGORIES
Business Professional* This award is presented to a woman who has not only proven herself in business, but has encouraged other women to successfully reach their goals.
Entrepreneurial* This award is presented to an entrepreneurial woman who has successfully achieved her business goals.
Above & Beyond This award is presented to the woman whose community involvement has enriched the lives of many and has contributed to the betterment of the city.
Thomas J. Caramadre, Jr. Humanitarian Award This award is presented to an individual who has spearheaded an initiative, project or program that has benefited both the business community and the community as a whole. (This award has been established in memory of the late Thomas J. Caramadre, Jr., the former President of the Yonkers Chamber of Commerce.)
*These Categories are limited to Yonkers Chamber of Commerce members only

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Join the Women in Business Committee

The Women in Business Committee Of the Yonkers Chamber of Commerce Invites you to join our committee!

Become a part of our talented and dedicated group of women who are making a difference in today’s workplace!

The Women in Business Committee originated in 1991 when a small but highly talented and energetic group of professional women found themselves discussing the unique challenges facing the growing number of women in the workplace. As the leading agency promoting business within the City of Yonkers, the Chamber of Commerce seemed an appropriate venue from which to originate such a committee to address these challenges.

The major event of the Women in Business Committee is the annual "Women of Excellence Luncheon" which recognizes the heroines in our own community. Every March we honor four outstanding individuals who exemplify excellence and service to our community. In addition, the Women in Business Committee created The Virginia Eyler Scholarship Fund in honor of one of its founding members, for qualified young women from the Yonkers Public Schools. These exceptional students receive a $500 scholarship at the luncheon.

The Women in Business Committee continues to become a greater presence in the community, with projects that benefit the Westchester Food Bank, our troops in Iraq and Women’s Shelters. This year, the Committee plans to collect pajamas for needy children.

The Women in Business Committee meets monthly, on the first Wednesday of each month. Meetings begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. and are held at the Chamber of Commerce. Membership is open to any woman who is a member, in good standing, of the Yonkers Chamber of Commerce. For more information, please contact Jeanne Martinelli at the Chamber Offices, (914) 963-0332 for your application.pm

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Save Money…Save Time… Have Breakfast with the Chamber the Easy Way!

Sign Up Today for our Annual Breakfast Payment Plan at a Reduced Cost. Only $130.00 Per Year Per Person for all 10 Breakfast Meetings, a $20.00 Savings. For even greater savings you could pay for multiple plans, $250.00 for two, giving you savings of $50.00 or $300.00 for three, giving you savings of $100.00. Any more than three individuals, the cost is $100.00 per person. Call the Chamber for more info and to get on the plan (914) 963-0332.

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2012 Breakfast Schedule

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