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1 Soldotna Chamber of Commerce Sterling Hwy, Soldotna, AK (907) Presorted Std. US Postage PAID Soldotna, AK Permit #5 March 2015 Community Partners Soldotna s Community Partners - Developing Soldotna s Future DIAMOND PLATINUM GOLD Annual St. Patrick s Day Parade Tuesday, March 17 th at 4:30 pm * The parade line-up starts at Bailey s Furniture at 4 pm * * Parade gets rolling at 4:30 pm and travels down the Kenai Spur Hwy. to the Y intersection in Soldotna * Happy St. Patrick s Day! Shop Local & Enjoy the Parade! Soldotna Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Executive Director The Soldotna Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Tami Murray has been selected as the new Executive Director. Tami has been an instrumental part of the Chamber for the last four years as the Visitor Center Coordinator, and more recently the Events Coordinator. The current Director, Michelle Glaves has held this position for the last 11 years and is leaving to pursue other opportunities in the community. SILVER Media Partners Arby s Aspen Hotels Crowley Petroleum First National Bank Alaska Homer Electric Association Kenai River Foundation Lambe, Tuter & Wagner, CPAs Sweeney s Clothing Wells Fargo Bank Tami Murray, Executive Director Soldotna Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center (907) tami@soldotnachamber.com Ms. Murray is very ingrained in this community, and has been since she first moved to the Peninsula in She is currently the Executive Director of the T-200 Race and has been since Her other involvement in the community includes volunteering for Wounded Heroes, Take A Kid Fishing, Benefit for Kids, and more! We were very pleased with the number of applications received for the position, and the board of directors feels like we have selected a well-qualified candidate, said Ryan Kapp, President of the Board of Directors. He also noted that the Chamber will be well served by Tami s knowledge of the Chamber from her tenure there, as well as her previous non-profit and Executive Director experience. Please join us in welcoming Tami to her new role, and stop by the Chamber or one of our upcoming events to introduce yourself and your business. The views and opinions expressed in the advertisements are not necessarily endorsed or reflective of the views of the Soldotna Chamber of Commerce.

2 Breakfast & Benefits Chamber Member Appreciation Breakfast Tuesday, May 12 th ~ 8-9:30 am Soldotna Regional Sports Complex Complimentary Member Breakfast SAVE THE DATE! Learn how to utilize your Member Benefits! Great Networking! FREE BREAKFAST! freshsqueezed fun! Visitor Season Off to a Strong Start - Advertise Now! The Chamber is receiving numerous inquiries every day about availability for lodging, activities and more from visitors coming to Soldotna this summer. Please notify us of your openings and/or utilize the online availability program! 2015 Trade Show Advertising The Soldotna Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center will have a booth at the Great Alaska Sportsman Show - April 2-5, For $25 we will take 100 of your rack cards to the Anchorage Sportsman Show in April. Hurry, space is limited to first 20 members! Reserve your spot today by calling (907) ! We want to help you fill those openings and help our 2015 Visitors! Saturday, June 13 th Soldotna/Kenai area businesses Host a Lemonade Stand at your Business! Lemonade Day is a free, fun, business education program that teaches youth ages, 5-17, how to start, own and operate their own business using a lemonade stand. On one day across the country, youth learn fundamental lessons about life, success and themselves. They earn profits, share with charities and stimulate local economies. Learn more at alaska.lemonadeday.org Kids can register online for FREE starting April 1st! Deadline for Businesses to sign-up - May 29 th Contact: January at or january@soldotnachamber.com

3 Nenana Ice Classic Tickets On Sale! Soldotna Chamber of Commerce Permit #485 Get in on the fun of this Alaskan tradition and you could win thousands! Tickets are $2.50/ea. and can be purchased at River City Pull Tabs (next to Papa Murphy s) until April 5, For more info visit Membership Renewals - Coming April 2015 Watch your mailbox for a membership renewal packet in April! The new membership year runs from July 1, 2015 to July 1, We hope to serve your business again this year and appreciate your membership! If you have any questions, please call Katie at or katie@soldotnachamber.com. Let s pledge to be a 100% Chamber Community in 2015! We invite every licensed area business to be a Soldotna Chamber Member. Be a part of the organization that supports business! Please share with students & parents! Soldotna Chamber Scholarship Applications Due March 20 th! Download Applications at visitsoldotna.com/chamber/downloads We offer a College or Tech School Scholarship, a High School Scholarship, and the Vera Howarth Scholarship Did you know? The Soldotna Chamber Awards $16,000 annually in scholarships to local students! Scholarship Application deadline is Friday, March 20, 2015 by 5:00 pm. Applications must be turned into your school scholarship advisor. Partial applications will not be considered. Please submit all items together. Contact January Yeager at (907) or january@soldotnachamber.com for more information Board of Directors Ryan Kapp, President Edward Jones Investments, Becky Hutchinson - Secretary/Treasurer Alaska USA FCU, Mary Hart GCI, Esther Chambers Century 21 Freedom Realty, Robert Ruffner Kenai Watershed Forum, Sherri Nyitrai Alaska Family Medical Clinic, Steve Manley Wells Fargo Bank, Becky Foster Foster Construction, Shanon Hamrick Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council (KPTMC), Laura West First American Title Insurance Company, Mike Sweeney Sweeney s Clothing, Jim Stogsdill - Past President Fish Happens Guide Service, Linda Murphy - City Council Member City of Soldotna Liaison, SOLDOTNA CHAMBER & VISITOR CENTER STAFF Sterling Hwy, Soldotna, AK Ph: (907) Fax: (907) Tami Murray Executive Director tami@soldotnachamber.com Katie Jacobson Member Services Coordinator katie@soldotnachamber.com January Yeager Projects Coordinator january@soldotnachamber.com Sherrie Dahlen Bookkeeper sherrie@soldotnachamber.com RIVER CITY PULLTABS 131 Warehouse Avenue, Soldotna Rebecca Hanson Store Manager Permit #485 January 2015 LUNCHEON SCHEDULE Noon - 1pm *RSVP required in advance for lunch to * Tuesday, March 3: Joint Chamber Luncheon - Fair and Impartial Court Committee at the Kenai Visitor Center. Wednesday, March 4: Joint Chamber Luncheon - Foraker Group presents an Economic Impact Report at the Kenai Visitor Center. Tuesday, March 17: Joint Chamber Luncheon - Jackie Garcia with the Peninsula Job Center at Froso s Restaurant. Tuesday, March 31: Alaska Department of Transportation will present info on a new paving/resurfacing project that will affect the Sterling Hwy. this summer. Plus, Student of the Month Awards at Froso s Restaurant. Call to RSVP in advance for the luncheon you wish to attend! Lunch cost is $15. Meetings are free to attend and open to the public. **If you re interested in being a featured speaker for a Soldotna Chamber Luncheon, contact January at or january@soldotnachamber.com ** Let s Connect! Connect With Us on These Social Media Websites Facebook Pinterest Instagram Google + Foursquare Yelp Clip Me Out!

4 Member Insert Welcome New Members! We appreciate your membership referrals. A strong chamber makes a strong community! Please direct membership referrals and questions to Katie at or katie@soldotnachamber.com. ResCare Alaska Residential Services (907) Michelle Glaves, REALTOR Jack White Real Estate (907) michelle@akhousehunters.com Truuli Escape Day Spa (907) Get To Know Your Elected Officials HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES: Paul Seaton, Representative City: Homer; Party: Republican; District: 31 Phone: ; Toll-Free: Fax: Representative.Paul.Seaton@akleg.gov Kurt Olson, Representative City: Soldotna; Party: Republican; District: 30 Phone: ; Toll-Free: Fax: Representative.Kurt.Olson@akleg.gov STATE SENATE: Mike Chenault, Speaker of the House City: Nikiski; Party: Republican; District: 29 Phone: ; Toll-Free: Fax: Representative.Mike.Chenault@akleg.gov Peter Micciche, Senator City: Soldotna; Party: Republican; District: O Phone: ; Toll-Free: Fax: Senator.Peter.Micciche@akleg.gov The official state website where you can track bills, contact your legislators, access committee info and more! * We re Hiring! * Event Coordinator Position Soldotna Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center The successful applicant must have excellent customer service skills and attention to detail, have the ability to plan and organize large community events, manage multiple projects, be able to anticipate project needs, discern work priorities, meet deadlines, and be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends. Qualifications required: High School Diploma, 1-2 years event planning experience preferred, but willing to make exceptions for the right candidate, experience in fundraising, exceptional organizational and project management skills, exceptional communication skills, proficiency in the Microsoft suite of products (i.e. PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher and Word). Ability to work independently and contribute in a team environment. Previous work experience in a Chamber of Commerce is desirable, as well as experience working for a non-profit organization. Salary is D.O.E. with benefits. Mail resumes to: Tami Murray, Soldotna Chamber of Commerce, Sterling Hwy., Soldotna, AK OR tami@soldotnachamber.com.

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