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Update NEWSLETTER
November, 2016
Our Mission:
Advance and promote the prosperity of its members and
enhance the quality of life in the greater Rochester area.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE PAGE
Benefit Information 2
Events Update 3
Membership Update 4
Committee Updates 5
Members In the News 6
What’s Been Happening 7
Chamber Leadership 8
Chamber Calendar 8
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2016 5:30—6:30pm Central Square, Downtown Rochester
Presents the 2016
Underwritten by:
See the attached forms for sponsorship opportunities and an entry participation form!
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2016
3:00PM
Underwritten by:
Submit Your Entry Today!
The Special Evening will Include:
Nativity Scene Photo Booth, Cookie Decorating at the Chamber,
Dance Performances, Cookies & Hot Chocolate, A Reading of
“Twas the Night Before Christmas” By Mayor Caroline McCarley,
And Of Course, A Special Visit From Santa Claus!
Help Donate Items for the homeless! In conjunction with the Tree Lighting, a collection of
children’s items is being held to benefit the Homeless Center for Strafford County!
Items to be collected include: New Puzzles Ages 12+, New Books Ages 8-17, Paper Towels & Toilet Paper
Sponsored By:
Items may be brought to the Chamber office or Service Credit Union Branches located at
90 S. Main Street and 116 Farmington Road (inside Wal*Mart) through December 16!
Visit one of the participating restaurants on the dates below and a portion of the sales will
directly benefit the Holiday Parade!
Monday, November 14, 2016 from 11:30am—12am
Revolution Taproom & Grill, 10%
Tuesday, November 15, 2016 from 11:30am—9pm
Magrilla’s, 15%
Sunday, November 20, 2016 from 11am—4pm
Moe’s Italian Sandwiches, 10%
Tuesday, November 22, 2016 from 11am—9pm
Granite Steak & Grill, 10%
Wednesday, November 30, 2016 from 4pm—9pm
Spaulding Steak & Ale, 10%
For more information, call the Chamber at 603.332.5080!
Join the list of over 70 participating Member businesses and offer a discount of your choosing! Participating businesses receive FREE promotion year round.
Cards are only $5.00 each and are available to Chamber members and the general public throughout the year!
Call the Chamber at 332.5080 or log in to your Member portal to sign up and offer a discount today!
As a benefit of your Chamber membership, this public relations service is available to members only at no charge!
A ribbon cutting ceremony is usually held when a business opens, moves, expands, is under new management, or celebrating an anniversary!
Members are invited to take advantage of this FREE
benefit by telling us how the Chamber has helped your business!
Businesses that provide a testimonial will have their
business logo and a photo of the person submitting the testimonial featured in an issue of the Chamber’s
newsletter, included on the Chamber website and on MetroCast Channel 12 for one month!
Contact the Chamber or complete the attached form and email to [email protected]! COMMUNITY INFORMATION CENTER
Bring your business brochures and business cards to display at the
Chamber Information Center at the Chamber office.
Don’t Be Left Out of the Welcome to Rochester Packages!
Insert your promotional items at no charge in the
Welcome to Rochester Packages that are distributed
to new businesses that locate to Rochester.
Just drop off 50 items to the Chamber office to be included.
ONCE LOGGED IN, YOU CAN DO THESE & MORE!
Securely Pay Invoices
Post Job Vacancies
Access & Download Upcoming Event Forms
Post Upcoming Community Events
Access & Download Benefit Forms
Committee Members Can Access Committee Documents
Submit Member News & Press Releases
Update Directory Listing Information
COMMUNITY INFORMATION CENTER
@GRCCNH
Post your job vacancies on the Chamber’s website at NO CHARGE!
Simply log in to your Member Portal and select Job Postings on the left side!
The Chamber’s website receives thousands of visits each month. If you have job vacancies to fill, post them!
Visit www.rochesternh.org/Jobs to see a current list of job postings. For assistance logging in, call 603.332.5080.
Attend the Greater
Seacoast Housing
Summit and hear
from speakers as
they address
challenges and find
solutions.
UNH Huddleston Hall | Durham, NH
$25/Attendee
Breakfast will be provided
Register online by visiting www.dovernh.org/housing
Due to the upcoming holidays, there will be no Young Professionals meeting in November or
December. See everyone in January, 2017!
Facebook.com/GRYPNH
See the enclosed flyer for details or to register!
The Chamber is pleased to be providing $500 Scholarship(s) to eligible high school students!
Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who are employed by or have a parent employed by a company that is a member of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce.
The scholarship will be paid directly to the attending institution in the student’s second year at a full-time college, university or technical school.
See the attached scholarship application and guidelines!
Become a Chamber Scholarship Champion!
Your Chamber is pleased to offer Members the opportunity
to be named a Chamber Scholarship Champion by becoming a $100 donor to benefit the
annual scholarship given by the Chamber.
See the Attached Flyer for More Details!
Invest in Tomorrow’s Future by Donating Today
See the enclosed flyer for details or to register!
The Board of Directors and Staff Wish to Thank the Members Listed for Renewing Their Chamber Investments!
Insurance State Farm Insurance – Mike Testa, Agent
Mike Testa
1 Old Dover Road, Suite 2, Rochester, NH 03867
Phone: (603)332-4444
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.tricitytesta.com
Providers of car insurance, homeowners insurance, renters insurance,
life insurance, motorcycle insurance, disability insurance, annuities,
and business insurance
Restaurants 110 Grill Rochester
Bernie Lontine and Alicia Puputti
136 Marketplace Blvd, Rochester, NH 03867
Phone: (978)496-1867
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.110grill.com
Restaurant opening in December, 2016. Job openings currently available.
The Board of Directors and Staff Welcome New Members!
Adult Learning Center of Strafford County – 25+ Years
Allstate – Sherman Agency – 5 Years
Barrington Family Eyecare—4 Years
The Castle on Charles – 1 Year
The Commons Church– 2 Years
Convenient MD Urgent Care – 1 Year
Everlasting Capital – 1 Year
FairPoint Communications – 18 Years
Federal Savings Bank—10 Years
Grand Images – 20 Years
Granite Group Benefits, LLC—3 Years
Law Office of Carl W. Potvin, P.C. – 15 Years
The Links at Outlook Golf Course—8 Years
Marcam Associates – 3 Years
Midas Tire & Auto Service – 5 Years
Motor City Automotive Group, LLC – 2 Years
ONE Voice for Strafford County – 4 Years
Pease Development Authority – 20 Years
Revolution Taproom & Grill – 2 Years
Salmon Falls Church of Christ – 5 Years
The Salvation Army – 15 Years
Seacoast RediCare—25+ Years
Steve Ring Plumbing – 8 Years
Tara Estates—17 Years
Tranquility Wellness Services – 8 Years
The Chamber wants to recognize and thank the following members that have 5, 10, 15, 20 or 25 years of Chamber membership
in November!
125 Maintenance & Fence, Inc.—5 Years Batchelder Sales—5 Years
Elf’s Landscaping, Inc.—15 Years Grand Images—20 Years
Hagan’s Motor Pool—5 Years Law Office of Carl W. Potvin P.C.—15 Years
Moe’s Italian Sandwiches—5 Years State Farm Insurance—Peggy Lynch—5 Years
Those celebrating 10 or 25 years of membership are presented with a special Chamber anniversary plaque for their support. Those celebrating 20 years of membership are presented with a special anniversary plate for their continued support.
MEMBER ANNIVERSARY RECOGNITIONS!
Facebook.com/RochesterChamber
Cleaning Services The Looking Glass Cleaning Company
Robert Bolian
130 North Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Phone: (603)507-9588
Email: [email protected]
Window Washing and Handyman Service
Financial Services Gateway Retirement Solutions Matt Herman & Wesley Labelle
36 Industrial Way, Suite 4, Rochester, NH 03868
Phone: (603)509-2981
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.gatewayretirementsolutions.com
Proactive planning for a solid future
Member businesses know all the benefits and value that the Chamber has to offer. Or do they?
There are so many benefits INCLUDED in your membership that are easy to take advantage of such as the Chamber Discount Card Program, providing business cards and brochures to display, provide promotional items for the Welcome to Rochester Packages, scheduling your ribbon cutting, providing a testimonial, and just get involved on a committee and network with others to name a few! The list is too long for this paragraph, so if you need a refresher, check out the Chamber Website at www.rochesternh.org! By the way, did you know that the site gets over 50,000 hits a year, yes with 4 zeros!
The Chamber is always looking for ways to work with you and your business. Please let them know how they can better assist you!
Name: Elizabeth Clemence
Hometown: I moved around a lot but
I consider Texas my home.
Education: Bachelors Degree from
Texas A&M University
Major: Business Management
NOMINATING COMMITTEE UPDATE
2017 DIRECTORS NOMINATED
In accordance with Article IV of the Chamber’s bylaws, the
membership is hereby notified of the following persons who have
accepted nomination to serve a 3-year term on the board of
directors beginning in 2017.
Paul Gatehouse, Independence Financial Advisors
Alan Johnson, MetroCast
Sharla Rollins, Federal Savings Bank
Also accepting nomination for a second 3-year term are:
Diane DeVries, True Marketing Communications
Greg Hopkins, HBL Group, LLC
Kathleen Lewis, Eversource
Keith Newton, D.F Richard Energy
Mark Farrell has also accepted nomination to serve one
additional year on the board.
If no petition is filed, nominations shall be
closed and the nominees shall be declared
elected by the Board of Directors at their
next meeting. If a legal petition is filed, a
ballot election will be arranged as per the
bylaws.
Employer/Title: Development Officer, Goodwin Community
Health
How long have you worked here: 1 year
What is Your Role: I get to build relationships with people in the
community, find out what they are interested in and connect them
to the programs and services at Goodwin that they are passionate
about. I also currently have my hands in grant writing, database
management, event planning, donor advancement, and board
relations.
Tell Us Why You Love Your Job: I am privileged with a front
row seat to see hundreds of our patients lives changed as a result
of donors generosity. Everyone gives to charitable causes for
different reasons and I am interested in each donor’s story about
why they choose to give to Goodwin. I also enjoy working with
our Board of Directors. They are a very dedicated group of
volunteers who provide excellent guidance for the organization.
Lastly, I love that each day requires the application of different
skills. I have gained a broad knowledge base in my short career
about recruiting, marketing, finance, communications, strategic
planning, volunteer management, and event coordination.
Development Officers touch many departments in a non-profit
organization which gives me a unique perspective on business
operations.
Tell Us What You Like About GRYP: Having recently relocated
to the Seacoast, I enjoy meeting other young professionals and
growing my network of friends and colleagues. Rochester appears
to be a tightly knit, supportive community. I look forward to
positively contributing to the city and the group however I can.
To be featured in an upcoming Young Professional On
the Move, simply attend an upcoming meeting and be
entered in to win!
One of our Chamber Ambassador’s,
Melissa Lesniak of Keller Williams Coastal
Realty – The Lesniak Home Team,
recently placed 7th of 45 women at the
Granite State Open fitness competition!
Congratulations Melissa!
Adult Learning Center for Strafford County has many professional
development classes including how to write a resume and job interview
skills! Visit www.doveradultlearning.org for a complete list of courses.
Adult Learning Center of Strafford County offers fun cooking classes! November 4 - "A Night in France" December 2 - "A Night in Mexico"
Classes take place at Dover High School from 6-9pm. Tuition for each
class is $65, Dover residents $60. Visit www.doveradultlearning.org.
Bank of New Hampshire is launching the 7th Annual Feeding NH Food
Drive! All offices will be accepting non-perishable food items as well as
monetary donations at all Bank of New Hampshire branches through
November 14. All donations will benefit NH local food pantries.
Bonney Staffing Center has over 50 immediate job openings in the area
in all industries! Applicants can apply online or visit their Portsmouth
office at 767 Islington Street! Visit www.bonneystaffing.com.
Children's Museum of New Hampshire upcoming events: November 5 - Pizzafest & Auction
November 8 - Homeschool STEAM
November 10 - Junior Science Class and Homeschool Science
For more information, visit www.childrens-museum.org!
Cocheco Valley Humane Society presents the 2nd Annual Unleashed
Fashion Show & Silent Auction on November 3rd from 5-9:30pm at the
Hellenic Center in Dover. All proceeds raised will benefit the animals at
Cocheco Valley Humane Society. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the
door. For more information, visit www.cvhsonline.org!
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County presents the 3rd
Annual Lip Sync on November 18 beginning at 6:30pm at Dover High
School. Admission is $5 each or $15 for families of 4 or more. The winner
and runners-up will receive cash prizes! Entrance fee is $15 per group.
Visit www.straffordcap.org/events.
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County has tax credits
available for 2017 and 2018! Tax credits give your business a unique
opportunity to contribute to a worthwhile non-profit and receive a 75% tax
credit for that contribution through the Community Development Finance
Authority's Tax Credit program. For more information, contact Kristen
Welch at 603-435-2480 or email [email protected]!
ConvenientMD Urgent Care is offering free flu shots at all of their
locations! No appointment is needed and offices are open 7 days a week
from 8am - 8pm. For more information, visit www.convenientmd.com.
Eversource is partnering with Manchester Community College, National
Electrical Contractors Association, and International Brotherhood of
Electrical Workers Locals 104 and 1837 to create a certificate program for
those who are interested in pursuing a career as an electrical system line
worker. The program will launch in January 2017 and will include
classroom instruction and on-the-job training that will help provide jobs
while meeting the need for a new generation of skilled line workers.
First Church Congregational, UCC presents their Annual Winter Fair
November 4 - November 6 at their location, 63 South Main Street in
Rochester. There will be many fantastic gift baskets, crafts, jewelry and
more available. For more information, visit www.first-ucc.net.
Edward Jones is expanding in Rochester and looking to hire new
Financial Advisors who are interested in operating in an entrepreneurial
environment with the support, training and mentoring benefits of one of
the oldest and largest firms in the industry. Attend their recruiting event on
November 17 from 6-8pm at The Common Man Restaurant located at 25
Water Street in Concord. For more information, call 603-330-1958.
Goodwin Community Health invites you to join in for a rockin' good time
at the Rock With the Doc's Dance Party on November 18 at 6pm. Proceeds
will help local families gain access to quality health care through Goodwin
Community Health. The evening includes live entertainment, hors d'oeuvres,
cash bar and complimentary valet parking. Visit www.goodwinch.org.
The Governor's Inn presents Dueling Pianos on November 18! For tickets
or more information, visit www.governorsinn.com.
Granite State Choral Society upcoming events: November 5 - 3rd Annual Shop Til You Drop Craft Fair, 9am - 3pm
November 19 & 20 - A Salute to Veterans
For more information or to purchase tickets, email [email protected] or
visit www.gschoralsociety.org.
Keystone Dental Arts is hosting their annual Our Keystone vs. Hunger Food
Drive until December 9th. Drop off nonperishable food items or monetary
donations which will benefit The SHARE Fund & Gerry's Food Pantry.
Every item donated will be matched with a $1 dollar donation, up to $250!
New Hampshire Farm Museum presents An Old Fashioned Thanksgiving
on November 19! For more information, visit www.farmmuseum.org!
Revolution Taproom & Grill presents Jack Nite Trivia every Wednesday
night at 6:30pm. Gather friends and enter your team to play for fantastic
prizes! For more information, visit www.revolutiontaproomandgrill.com.
RiverStones Custom Framing will host an exhibit throughout November
featuring Rochester artist Bob Goudreau's scratchboard art. There will be an
artist's reception on November 3 from 5-7p.m. The public is invited to come
and see the exhibit and meet the artist. Light refreshments will be served. For
more information, visit www.riverstonescustomframing.com!
The Rochester Fire Department's annual Toy Bank campaign is seeking
donations for new, unwrapped toys and other gift items for local children in
need from infant to age 14. Items may be dropped off prior to the parade at
the Chamber or at the Rochester Fire Department's downtown or Gonic
stations. For more information, contact Cindi Potts at 603-335-7545.
Rochester Main Street upcoming events: November 25 - Plaid Friday, Shop Small in Downtown
November 26 - Small Business Saturday, Shop Local
For more information, visit www.rochestermainstreet.org.
Rochester Opera House Upcoming Events: November 4 - Signs of Life: The Essence of Pink Floyd
November 5 – Film Series: Beetlejuice
November 8 – Film Series: Generation Found
November 11 – Film Series: Full Metal Jacket
November 12 – Film Series: The Big Lebowski
November 17 - An Evening with Sierra Hull
November 19 - Dirty Deeds: AC/DC Tribute
November 23 - Sneak Preview of A Christmas Carol
November 25 – Film Series: Blazing Saddles
November 26 - Peter Yarrow For more information, please visit www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
The SHARE Fund is hosting a Turkey Drop Off & Food Drive to benefit
Gerry's Food Pantry! Drop off turkeys, gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce, etc.,
and grocery store gift cards at the Rochester Community Center, 150
Wakefield Street, through November 18 on Mondays, Wednesdays, or
Fridays from 9am - 4pm. Additional drop off days are November 5 from 9am
- 12pm or November 9 from 9am - 6pm.
Tresses Hair Salon is celebrating the season with a caramel apple pedicure!
Relax and enjoy a caramel apple martini while getting pampered! For an
appointment, call 332-6700 or visit www.tressesofrochester.net.
LinkedIn.com/Company/Greater-
Rochester-Chamber-of-Commerce
WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING AT THE CHAMBER
Independence Financial Advisors
recently held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the renovations on their
building located at 59 South Main Street, Rochester!
Progressive Esthetics
recently celebrated their grand opening, located at 107
North Main Street in Rochester, with a ribbon cutting!
The 28th Annual Operation Thank You,
sponsored by Federal Savings Bank, was a huge success with
over 60 volunteers personally thanking members and delivering the
new 2016/2017 Business Referral & Resource Directory!
Eastern Propane & Oil recently sponsored the NH State Senate
District 6 and State Representatives Candidate Forum!
Visit www.rochesternh.org to view the recorded forum.
OFFICERS Chairman of the Board
Thomas “TJ” Jean The Gafney Home
Chairman-Elect
Matthew Beaulieu Service Credit Union
Vice Chair, Governmental Affairs
Heather Tacconi Tacconi Law, LLC
Vice Chair, Membership
Diane DeVries True Marketing Communications
Vice Chair, Events & Fund Raisers
Keith Newton D.F. Richard Energy
Treasurer
Kristy Methot Holy Rosary Credit Union
Immediate Past Chairman
Mark Farrell Laars Heating Systems Company
DIRECTORS Anne Brown Daystar, Inc.
Steve Cates Waste Management
Troy Dillow Bernier Insurance, Inc.
Mike Hagan Hagan’s Motor Pool
Greg Hopkins HBL Group, LLC
Michelle Landry Frisbie Memorial Hospital
Kathleen Lewis Eversource
Derek Peters Kittery Point Construction
Bill Powers Bill Powers Painting
Janet Oliver Unitil
Leslie Simpson
Bank of New Hampshire
Mark Zoeller Keller Williams Coastal Realty
CHAMBER STAFF
President/CEO
Laura Ring
Office/Events Manager
Caitlyn Marble
After School Assistant
Theresa Shiel
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce 18 South Main Street Rochester, NH 03867 Web: www.rochesternh.org
UPCOMING EVENTS
December 2 Annual Tree
Lighting
December 4 “A Sporting Christmas”
Holiday Parade
December 6 A Downtown Holiday Stroll Business After
Hours
2017
January 27 Annual Meeting
Breakfast
Mark Your
Calendars
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 8am Holiday Events Committee
2 3 7:30am Housing Summit
4 5
6 7 8 4pm Banquet Committee Election Day
9 10 11 Veteran’s Day
12
13 14 15 Granite State College & YMCA of Strafford County Business After Hours 5:30-7pm
16 8am Executive Committee
17 7:30am Governmental Affairs Committee
18 7:30am Board of Directors
19
20 21 22 8am Holiday Events Committee Meeting ___________ 4:30pm GRYP
23 24 Thanksgiving Day
Office Closed
25
Office Closed
26
27 28 29 30
SEE THE FLYERS TO REGISTER FOR EVENTS
Submit your nominations for the
2017 Business Leader of the Year and
2017 Citizen of the Year!
Awards will be presented at the Annual Dinner Dance
& Awards Banquet on April 8, 2017.
See the attached nomination forms for more details!
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Friday, November 18 Doors Open 6:00 p.m.
Show Starts 6:30 p.m.
Register for the
3rd Annual Lip Sync Contest benefiting
Our Sponsors:
Visit www.straffordcap.org/events for tickets to the show or to enter as a contestant
& view contest guidelines. Entrance fee per group is $25. Entry forms due 10/27.
Post #7 Rochester, NH
Federal Savings Bank Relyco
2014 Champion Tim Sullivan
CASH PRIZES for Overall Winner & Runner Up
NEW THIS YEAR! New Judges & Prizes for Best Family
& Best Youth Act
$5 Admission Fee
Families of 4 are $15
2015 Champions
Woodman Park School Teachers
ROCHESTER FIREFIGHTERS
20TH ANNUAL TOY BANK
That time of year is just ahead. We have been planning this year’s
campaign for about a month. The Rochester Fire Department in conjunction
with the Firefighters, local merchants and citizens have made the Christmas
season brighter for many families. Last year we gave out gifts to
approximately 750 infants and children in the week before Christmas. Once
again, we are asking for your help. Here is how you can help:
* Collect new toys within your organization for age groups from
newborn to 14 years old. We are always looking for ideas and
donations for the 11-14 year age group.
* Collect financial contributions within your organization and shop
for gifts.
* You can drop off new unwrapped items at the Rochester Fire
Department at 37 Wakefield Street.
* Monetary contributions can be mailed to: Rochester Fire
Department Toy Bank, c/o Rochester Fire Department,
37 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867.
* Contact Paul Haggenmiller or Cindi Potts at 335-7545 or email
Cindi at [email protected] for more information.
Thank you in advance for your continued support
Hosted by:
After Hours
RSVP by November 8, 2016 Online at:
http://business.rochesternh.org/events/details/
business-after-hours-granite-state-college-
ymca-of-strafford-county-2290
Or Return to:
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
18 South Main Street
Rochester, NH 03867
Phone: (603) 332-5080
Fax: (603) 332-5216
Name(s)
___________________________________
___________________________________
___________________________________
___________________________________
Company
____________________________________
Join Granite State College and the
YMCA of Strafford County as they host
a November Business After Hours!
Meet the staff and learn more about the
programs and services offered by each
organization. Hors d'oeuvres and
refreshments will be provided along
with networking with
fellow Chamber members!
Located at
YMCA of Strafford County
35 Industrial Way, Rochester
Networking, Refreshments and
Raffles Prizes!
Bring plenty of business cards!
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2016 ~ 5:30-7:00PM
Visit one of the
participating
restaurants on
the date indicated
and a portion of
the proceeds
raised that
evening will
directly benefit
Rochester’s
Holiday Parade!
Monday, November 14, 2016 Revolution Taproom & Grill
61 North Main Street, Rochester
from 11:30am—12am
10% Donated Towards Parade
Tuesday, November 15, 2016 Magrilla’s
19 Hanson Street, Rochester
from 11:30am—9pm
15% Donated Towards Parade
Sunday, November 20, 2016 Moe’s Italian Sandwiches 43 North Main Street, Rochester
from 11am—4pm
10% Donated Towards Parade
Tuesday, November 22, 2016 Granite Steak & Grill
11 Farmington Road, Rochester
from 11am—9pm
10% Donated Towards Parade
Wednesday, November 30, 2016 Spaulding Steak & Ale
78 Wakefield Street, Rochester
from 4pm—9pm
10% Donated Towards Parade
Don’t forget to stop by the Holiday Tree Lighting, underwritten by Frisbie Memorial Hospital on Friday, December 2nd from 5:30-6:30pm at Central Square in downtown Rochester!
“A Sporting Christmas”” Holiday Parade, underwritten by Service Credit Union, will be held on Sunday, December 4th beginning at 3:00pm!
CHECK DESIRED SPONSOR LEVEL
Band Sponsor -$350.00 - $1,000 _____ Holiday banner is created by the Chamber
and carried in front of a band during the
parade. Recognition provided in local
newspapers, Chamber newsletter and
MetroCast’s parade broadcast that airs
several times during the holiday season on
Rochester’s Community Channel 12.
Note: Band sponsors providing less than $1,000 share visibility in front of band; $1,000 sponsor will receive sole recognition in front of a band.
_____ Parade Donor - $100.00 Recognition provided in local newspapers and
the Chamber newsletter.
_______ Parade Sponsor - $50.00
Recognition provided in local newspapers and
Rochester’s Holiday Parade is held each year to kickoff the holiday season in Rochester.
With this year’s holiday season approaching, a contribution to help us continue this
annual holiday tradition is appreciated.
Rochester’s Holiday Parade is the largest and most spectacular parade on the seacoast
with approximately 100 entries lining the streets including marching bands,
youth, organization and commercial floats, VIPs, mobile and marching units,
color guard and equestrian units.
Please complete the form below to support this holiday tradition and return it to the
Chamber office by Friday, October 28, 2016.
Underwritten by:
RAIN DATE: Monday, December 5, 2016 at 5:30 pm
Return by October 28th to: Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867 Phone: (603) 332-5080 Fax: (603) 332-5216
Email: [email protected] Web: www.rochesternh.org
YES! Please include my business as a contributor to Rochester’s
Holiday Parade COMPANY___________________________________
CONTACT___________________________________
PHONE______________________________________
EMAIL______________________________________
_____Payment Enclosed ____ Invoice Me
_____ Please Charge My Credit Card
(Visa, Discover, MasterCard , AmEx)
________________________________________
Credit Card #
__________ ____________
Exp. Date CVV (3 d igit code on back)
2016 PARADE ENTRY FORM
COMPANY/ORGANIZATION: ______
CONTACT PERSON:_______________________________________________HOME PHONE:______________________
MAILING ADDRESS:________________________________________________________________________
CITY:________________________________________ STATE: _________________ ZIP: __________________________
WORK PHONE/CELL PHONE: _________________________________________________________________________
FLOAT CATEGORY: ****If you are bringing a horse as part of your entry, your division is AUTOMATICALLY EQUESTRIAN.
______Organization Float ______Youth Float ______Commercial Float
______Equestrian Unit**** ______Mobile Unit** ______Marching Unit
______Color Guard ______Other (please specify)
Will there be music on your float? Yes ___ No ___ Will there be lights on your float? Yes No
DESCRIPTION OF FLOAT OR OTHER ENTRY: (Points of interest, length of float, etc.) To prevent possible
disqualification at the parade, applicants are encouraged to submit in advance as detailed information as possible regarding their
entry. This information will be provided to those broadcasting the parade on Rochester’s Community Channel 12. Please attach
a separate sheet of paper if additional space is needed. Floats are expected to enhance the parade theme or recognize the theme
in a creative manner. The name of the organization or company responsible for the float should be visible to the crowd and the
cable
camera crew. The Holiday Parade Committee reserves the right to not allow any float or entry that is deemed inappropriate.
_____________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________ All business, non-profit and community organizations are invited to be a part of the largest and most spectacular parade of the Holiday Season!
**All entries must indicate the number of vehicles you are entering into the parade.
**** All equestrian entries must have pooper-scoopers or it will not be allowed to participate. Horse trailers must be brought to
Rochester Commons prior to beginning of parade.
Judging and Awards: All float judging will take place promptly at 1:30 p.m. To allow yourself enough time to be in the line-up by this time,
you should plan to arrive by 12:30 p.m. Floats not in the line-up by 1:30 p.m. will forfeit their opportunity to be judged. In addition to the Best
of Parade award, first, second and third place awards will be provided in the Youth, Organization and Commercial float divisions.
LIABILITY DISCLAIMER:
The undersigned, a spokesperson/official for ___________________________, in the event of any problem resulting from participation in this project, agrees to hold harmless any and all officials and workers connected with this project, including the City of Rochester, Greater
Underwritten by:
RAIN DATE: Monday, December 5, 2016 at 5:30 pm
RETURN BY NOVMBER 21, 2016 to Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Phone: 603.332.5080 Fax: 603.332.5216
Email: [email protected]
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RSVP by December 1, 2016 Online at:
http://business.rochesternh.org/events/details/
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Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
18 South Main Street
Rochester, NH 03867
Phone: (603) 332-5080
Fax: (603) 332-5216
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Join Rochester Main Street and participating
downtown Chamber members to celebrate the
holiday season! Chamber members and their
guests will enjoy holiday cheer and fabulous
hors d'oeuvres provided by participating
downtown restaurants.
Attendees will register at RiverStones Custom
Framing and receive a passport before visiting
with other participating member establishments in
the downtown area. All attendees will gather back
at RiverStones for the conclusion of the event
where the raffle drawings will also take place!
Register at
RiverStones Custom Framing
33 North Main Street, Rochester
Networking, Refreshments and
Raffles Prizes!
Bring plenty of business cards!
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2016 ~ 5:30-7:30PM
Registration & Announcements at
RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 North Main Street, Rochester
After Hours
Holiday Stroll
QUALIFICATIONS FOR BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR1. Business leader in an active company, professional firm or non-profit organization.2. Demonstrates leadership in a variety of roles in the business community and in profession.3. Participates in and provides support to the general benefit of the Chamber of Commerce, business
community and greater Rochester area.4. Contributes to the community, beyond business interests and Chamber of Commerce activities will be
considered.5. Business is member in good standing of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce.6. Services need not be confined to a single year, but should be recent enough to have current significance.7. Long-term achievement of business leader may be considered for a lifetime achievement award.8. Officers and Directors of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce are ineligible.9. Prior winners are ineligible.10. This award will not be given posthumously.
NOMINATION PROCEDURESComplete the form and attach it as the nomination cover page along with a separate sheet detailing the explanationof distinguished activities for why the nomination is submitted.
Supporting documentation is required to support your nomination that should include:
*Company’s business description *Involvement/contributions made to business community*Company’s community involvement *Involvement/contributions to community*Positions/offices held by nominee *Business activities*Summary of business’ contributions to its industry including awards/honors received*Letters of recommendation are encouraged to accompany nomination.
Nominations without detailed information may not be considered.If a candidate is not selected this year, the nomination will be automatically resubmitted for the next three years.
All nominations are kept confidential. Please DO NOT notify this individual of the nomination.
PAST BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS
1993 Kennett R. Kendall, Jr., Willis Corroon Corporation1994 Robert Gustafson, K.W. Thompson Tool/Center Arms1995 Robert Steele, Waste Management of NH1996 Art Nickless, Norway Plains Associates1997 George Bald, Pease Development Authority1998 Joseph T. Behre, K.W. Thompson Tool/Center Arms1999 Albert H. Miltner, Jr., Miltner’s Shoes2000 Edward J. Feliciano, Feliciano Limousine2001 Charles “Chuck” Clement, Eastern Propane2002 Charles Pieroni, C & K Printing2003 Dr. Raymond Yeagley, Rochester Superintendent2004 William L. Cormier, Hourihane Cormier & Associates
2005 Anthony Ejarque, The Governor’s Inn/Slim’s Tex Mex2006 Al Felgar, Frisbie Memorial Hospital2007 Mark Hourihane, Hourihane Cormier & Associates2008 Lisa Stanley, Wit-Way Supply2009 Howard Seckendorf, Granite Steak & Grill/
Windjammers Seafood Restaurant2010 Charles Hervey, Hervey’s Tire Company2011 Ron Poulin, Poulin Auto Country2012 Linda Hotchkiss, Rochester District VNA2013 Norman Vetter, Norman Vetter, Inc.2014 David Keefe, Federal Savings Bank2015 Donald “Hulk” Gagnon, Rochester Truck, Inc.2016 Patrick Gagnon, Granite Steak & Grill/Windjammers
SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR NOMINATION FORM
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to be presenting its 24th annualBUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR.
This prestigious award will be presented at the Chamber's Dinner Dance & Awards Banquet in April, 2017.This award recognizes a Chamber member business in good standing who has demonstrated leadership in the
business community and/or their profession, participates in and has made substantial contributions to its industryand to the business community of the greater Rochester area.
2017 BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR
DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS: February 20, 2017
NOMINEE:
Full Name Title
Company
Address Phone
# of Years in Business _______________
NOMINATOR (INDIVIDUAL OR ORGANIZATION SUBMITTING NOMINATION):
Name Phone
Address Email
Signature Date
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE NOMINEE:
BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION OF NOMINEE:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
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_______________________________________________ ________________________Signature of Individual Submitting Nomination Date
Nomination form and attached documentation must be submitted by February 20, 2017 to:
Awards CommitteeGreater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867Phone: (603) 332-5080 Fax: (603) 332-5216
CONFIDENTIAL NOMINATION OF THE 2017 BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR
2017 BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR
QUALIFICATIONS FOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
1. Adult resident of the Rochester/Northern Strafford County Region and activities should be in the same area.
2. Contributed to the general benefit of the community as a whole.
3. Demonstrates excellence in the community, for instance in civic affairs, church, PTA, etc.
4. Some activities performed should be over and above the normal duties of one's paid or salaried position;
activities performed in the course of one's normal duties are also considered.
5. Services need not be confined to only current activities, but should be recent enough to have current significance.
6. Prior winners are ineligible.
7. Individuals nominated do not have to be members of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce or the
business community. Individuals from all walks of life are encouraged.
NOMINATION PROCEDURES
Complete the form and attach it as the nomination cover page along with a separate sheet detailing the explanation
of distinguished activities for why the nomination is submitted.
Letters of recommendations are encouraged to accompany nomination.
Nominations without detailed information may not be considered.
If a candidate is not selected this year, the nomination will be automatically resubmitted for the next three years.
All nominations are kept confidential. Please DO NOT notify this individual of the nomination.
We will contact you should your nomination be selected.
PAST CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS
1963 - Judge Leonard Hardwick 1964 - Elery "Doc" Lyndes (Courier Publishing) 1965 - Herve Lagasse 1966 - Kenneth Denton (J. Zuromskis - Honored)
1967 - Vi Bliskey 1968 - Dr. Albert Barcomb 1969 - James Foss (General Conrad Snow - Honored)
1970 - Albert Miltner 1971 - Kennett R. Kendall, Sr. 1972 - Joseph Zuromskis 1973 - Dr. Alexander Smith 1974 - Roland Keans 1975 - Gerry Rainville 1976 - Mayor John Shaw (refused award) 1977 - Helen Berry 1978 - Judge Richard Cooper 1979 - Arnold T. Clement 1980 - Bud Carlson
SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR NOMINATION FORM
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to be presenting its 54th annual
CITIZEN OF THE YEAR.
This prestigious award will be presented at the Chamber's Dinner Dance & Awards Banquet in April, 2017.
This award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated excellent leadership and citizenship in the
community and has made substantial contributions to the betterment of the greater Rochester area.
2017 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS: February 20, 2017
1981 - Elmer R. Waitt 1982 - Fr. Donald Marsh 1983 - Jan Nelson 1984 - Bea Craig 1985 - Victor Hamel 1986 - Mr. & Mrs. Harry Rose 1987 - Bernice Bickford 1988 - Alfred Benton 1989 - Cynthia Edgerly (Roger N. Allen - Honored)
1990 - Vincent J. DeNobile 1991 - Dorothy Callaghan 1992 - Richard W. Creteau (Posthumously) 1993 - Marilyn R. Berry 1994 - Harvey Bernier 1995 - Roland Roberge (Posthumously) 1996 - Robert “Bob” Brown 1997 - Daniel Lacroix 1998 – Terry McGarghan
1999 – Kevin Flynn 2000 – Marion Veno 2001 – Janet Pelley 2002 – Steven B. Dore 2003 – John Rigazio 2004 – Charles G. Ward 2005 – Robert “Cider” Berry 2006 – R. Bradley Trafton 2007—Fred Hall, Jr. 2008—Frank Callaghan 2009—Gerard “Gerry” Gilbert 2010—Linda Gaskell Bisson 2011—Ken Billings 2012—Kenn Ortmann 2013—Gerard Gravel 2014—Gerald & Claire Bisaillion 2015—Jane Cooper Fall 2016– Derek Peters
NOMINEE:
Full Name
Address Phone
NOMINATOR (INDIVIDUAL OR ORGANIZATION SUBMITTING NOMINATION):
Name Phone
Address
Signature Date
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE NOMINEE:
BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION OF NOMINEE:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________ ________________________ Signature of Individual Submitting Nomination Date
Nomination form and attached documentation must be submitted by February 20, 2017 to:
Awards Committee
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Phone: (603) 332-5080 Fax: (603) 332-5216
CONFIDENTIAL NOMINATION OF THE 2017 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
2017 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
2017 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Student Information
Educational Information
College Information
High School Attending: _________________________________________________________________
SAT Math: ______________ SAT Writing: ____________
GPA: __________________ SAT Verbal: _____________ SAT Reading: ____________
SAT Total: _________________________________________
NOTE: Official High School Transcript MUST be attached for consideration
Student’s Name ____________________________________________________________Phone _____________________
Mailing Address _______________________________________________________________________________________
Email ________________________________________________________________________________________________
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION/
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
1. Scholarship(s) will be offered to a graduating high school student.
2. Student must be employed by or have a parent employed by a
Chamber member company for a minimum of six months to be
eligible to apply.
3. The applicant must be planning to attend a full-time college,
university or technical school with the scholarship being made
payable in the second year of enrollment.
4. The applicant must attach a High School Transcript including grade
point average.
5. Application must be completed in full to be considered.
6. Additional sheet with information may be attached.
CRITERIA EVALUATION
Maximum
Criteria Points Earned
1. Involvement in School Activities 20
2. Involvement in Community Activities 25
3. Work Experience 25
4. Scholastic Achievement 20
5. Career Plans 10
OVER
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
DEADLINE:
MARCH 25, 2017
College Major Being Pursued _________________________________________________________________________________
College Attending __________________________________________________________________________________________
Estimated College Expenses
Tuition $_______ Room & Board $_______ Fees $ _________
Commuter Travel $_______ Books & Supplies $ ______ TOTAL $_________
Chamber Member Information
Chamber Member Company Where Student/Parent is Employed ______________________________________
Name of Employee at Chamber Member Company _________________________________________________
Employee’s Relationship to Student _____________________________________________________________
I certify that the above applicant is an employee or son/daughter (circle one) of the employee
indicated above at ___________________________________________________(Chamber member company)
_______________________________________________ _____________________ Chamber Member Representative Date
School Activities
Activity Role & Responsibility
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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Community Activities
Activity Role & Responsibility
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______________________ ______________________________________________________
Work Experience
Employer Role & Responsibility Hours/Week
________________________ ________________________________________ ____________
________________________ ________________________________________ ____________
________________________ ________________________________________ ____________
________________________ _________________________________________ ____________
Student/Parent Signature
The signature below will attest to the accurateness of the information provided and grants permission to the
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce to make this information available to the Scholarship Committee.
____________________________________ ___________________________________ _______________
Student’s Signature Parent/Guardian Signature Date
Complete and Return to: Scholarship Committee
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
18 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867
Phone: (603) 332-5080 Fax: (603) 332-5216
Career Plans
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BECOME A 2017
CHAMBER
SCHOLARSHIP
CHAMPION!
Invest in Tomorrow’s Future by Donating Today
____ YES, Please sign my company up to become a $100 Chamber Scholarship Champion!
_____ Payment Enclosed _____ Invoice Me
Company Name __________________________________________________________________________
Contact Person___________________________________ Phone __________________________________
Return To:
Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
18 South Main Street Rochester, NH 03867
Phone: 603-332-5080 Fax: 603-332-5216
Email: [email protected]
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to offer
its Members the opportunity to be named a
Chamber Scholarship Champion.
Your $100 donation will benefit the Scholarship Fund that
enables the Chamber to provide scholarships to graduating seniors
who are employees of a Chamber member or the child of an
employee at a Chamber member business or organization.
All Chamber Scholarship Champions will be
officially recognized and thanked upon the recipient(s)
being chosen in March in the:
Chamber’s Newsletter
Company Name Included in a Press Release
Company Logo on E-blast
At Scholarship Ceremony
Invited to the Photo Op with recipient(s)
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The 2016 scholarship recipients are pictured here with some
of the Chamber Scholarship Champions!