04 Apr 2018 National Small Business Week – TACC Celebration Schedule
Ticonderoga, NY – April 4, 2018 – The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) is pleased to announce their schedule for the 2018 National Small Business Week Celebration which will take place April 29th through May 5th, 2018. The Chamber will host a number of events and services aimed at supporting TACC Members and small businesses. In addition the Chamber is encouraging community members to THINK LOCAL (Shop – Spend – Support) throughout the week. This is the fourth time TACC is participating in this national event. The theme for the celebration is “Growing A Positive Community, Your Community – Your Future.”
2018 National Small Business Week Schedule:
Sunday, April 29th
Five Nations Golf Small Business Mini Golf Celebration
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Five Nations Golf
Buy One get One Free Mini Golf. Prizes for the lowest adult and children’s score of the day will be provided. Contact Five Nations Golf at 518-586-6838 for more info.
Monday, April 30th
Chamber Chat – TACC Membership Benefits 101 Open House
11:00 – 3:00 PM: TACC Office
An opportunity for TACC Members to ask questions, get assistance, discuss ideas & learn more about Member Benefits, as well as what your support allows the TACC to provide. It is also a chance for Not-Yet Members to find out more about becoming a Member. Complimentary refreshments will be served.
Tuesday, May 1st
Business Seminar: Starting A Business 101
5:30 – 7:00 PM: TACC Office
Join us to learn the legal and practical steps for starting a business. Identify tools to determine if your business idea can make money and key factors that influence start-up success. Topics will include the review of legal business entities, importance of a business plan, legal and tax requirements, and funding options, as well as support and resources available. Sign in & networking begins at 5:00 PM. The presentation will start promptly at 5:30 PM.
Presented by the North Country Small Business Development Center.
Refreshments Sponsored By: The Wind-Chill Factory. Registration Required. Free Seminar
North Country Small Business Development Center Services
1:00 – 4:00 PM: TACC Office
An array of FREE business support and services are offered by TACC Partner the North Country Small Business Development Center. Available directly at the TACC Office. To make an appointment call 518-564-2524.
Wednesday, May 2nd
Health Insurance Services Open House
10:00 – 3:00 PM, TACC Office
Services provided by TACC Partner the Plattsburgh North Country Service Corp./North Country Chamber of Commerce. Current & prospective Members are invited. Complimentary refreshments will be served. Door prizes will be given out to those who attend. To make an appointment call 518-563-1000.
Thursday, May 3rd
Marketing Opportunities
Via Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism
8:00 – 9:00 AM: TACC Office
Suzanne Maye, ROOST’s Lake Champlain Region Marketing Manager will provide an update on regional marketing initiatives; ROOST’s scope of work, data driven strategies, research, marketing plans, and marketing opportunities including photo listings on www.lakechamplainregion.com, Adirondacks, USA email marketing contests, virtual tours/spins, and more. Sign in begins at 7:30 AM. The presentation will start promptly at 8:00 AM.
Presented by the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism. Refreshments Sponsored By: Libby’s Bakery Café. Registration Required. Free Seminar.
Friday, May 4th
Kick off to the 2018 Tourism Season!
For a calendar of events or business directory visit www.ticonderogany.com.
Saturday, May 5th
Fort Ticonderoga Opens For The Season
Fort Ticonderoga Living History Event
William Shatner Weekend
Star Trek Original Series Set Tour
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“In addition to the scheduled events throughout the week and all year long the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce as well as partner organizations provide an array of Business Support & Services. Call the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce Office for more information. We are here to assist you,” shared Matthew Courtright – TACC President & CEO.
As a reminder Business Support & Services are available from the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce, North Country Small Business Development, & SCORE all year via the Chamber. Call the Chamber office for more information or to make an appointment.
“After participating in 2015 for the first time we quickly realized this national initiative was something locally we wanted to participate in each year to expand our support and services as well include our THINK LOCAL campaign. We hope to see many Ticonderoga Area community members out and about supporting our local community and we look forward to seeing our Members, businesses, and organizations taking advantage of all of the programs and events happening all week. We are honored to serve, market, and promote our Members, Partners, and the Ticonderoga Area,” shared Matthew Courtright – TACC Executive Director.
For more information contact the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce office at 518-585-6619 or via email at chamberinfo@ticonderogany.com.
Pictured from left to right is Katelyn Chevier – TACC Admin Assistant & Farmers Market Manager, Matthew Courtright – TACC President & CEO, & Molly Bechard – TACC Visitor & Member Service Manager.