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ContentsContentsCover Story Women’s Hall of Fame and Pioneer Aawrd

4 New Executive Board Member

4 Small Business Council Members and Upcoming Event

5 MGM WCCNV Sponosr Letter

6 Corporate Member American Family - All Representatives

8 Donna Kris Testimonial

11 WHOF Photo Gallery, Pam Cach Retirement

12 Best Wishes Olivia

14 WIP Digital Magazine Deadlines

14 2016 Member Registry

15 Calendar of Events - April - May - June


MEET OUR SMALL BUSINESS COUNCIL April 23, 2015 at the Chamber Training Room - 9am to 10:30am

What Do You Want to Know About Setting up a New Business?Ask how to set up your type of business...What do you need to run your business ? Know what you need to ask the experts !

You’re Panel of Experts:

SCORE, Women’s Business Center, Telecommunications Business Insurance, CPA, SOS New Fees

RSVP - seats are very limited - WCCNV Members only - [email protected]

Cathy SpringS

Board Member of the Small Business Council-WCCNVShe analyzes small to mid-sized businesses, their operations and telecommunications needs to provide a ‘best case’ business solution using CenturyLink’s most advanced communications technology and managed services. Cathy is the New DigitalAdvertising Account Executive for the Women’s Chamber.

CHINA FRAZIER

Certified Business Mentor, SCORE, Counselors to America’s Small BusinessAugust 2013 Economic EmpowermentMentor and coach new business start-up, growth and development, business planning, marketing, consulting best practices, training and development, executive coaching, training and development. Background in healthcare, business consulting, real estate and psychology.

June Beland

CEO/Founder - Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Nevada

VJolla “VioSa” tarJan

Business Banking Relations Manager, Wells Fargo BankViosa will be replacing Pam Cach who has retired

Introducing Our Newest Board Member...


United through Diversity


Corporate Member American Family Insurance – All Representatives

Adam Brown AgencyAmerican Family Insurance3620 N Rancho Drive, Ste 104Las Vegas, NV 89130 702-269-4820

Albina Karimova AgencyAmerican Family Insurance505 East Windmill Lane, Ste 1BLas Vegas, NV 89123 702-438-0600

Allen KacAmerican Family Insurance1990 Village Center Circle, Ste 11Las Vegas, NV 89134702-732-7938

Barbara Nielson AgencyAmerican Family Insurance1776 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy, Ste 110Henderson, NV 89012702-906-1860

Cheryl Miller AgencyAmerican Family Insurance2380 N Buffalo Dr, Ste 115Las Vegas, NV 89128 702-839-1350

Colleen Drinnon Insurance AgencyAmerican Family Insurance2625 East Craig Road, Ste FNorth Las Vegas, NV 89030702-399-2227

Diana L. McIntosh AgencyAmerican Family Insurance3375 East Russell Road, Ste 1ELas Vegas, NV 89120702-454-5080

Diana K. Waiters Ralston AgencyAmerican Family Insurance3530 East Flamingo Road, Ste 105Las Vegas, NV 89121702-435-1132

Heather Spencer AgencyAmerican Family Insurance7345 S Durango Dr, Ste 108Las Vegas, NV 89113702-262-1067

Helen K. VasquezAmerican Family Insurance4160 S Fort Apache Road, Ste FLas Vegas, NV 89147702-629-5625

Jeffrey Cottino AgencyAmerican Family Insurance150 E Centennial Pkwy, Ste 102North Las Vegas, NV 89084702-456-8883

Jenna HicksAmerican Family Insurance7570 Norman Rockwell Lane, Ste 270Las Vegas, NV 89143 702-385-0015

Jesse McCullough AgencyAmerican Family Insurance1141 S Highway 160, Ste 3Pahrump, NV 89048775-751-6646

Joe Winslow AgencyAmerican Family Insurance355 W Mesquite Blvd, Ste D20Mesquite, NV 89027702-345-2439 J P Gilbert AgencyAmerican Family Insurance7345 S Durango Dr, Bldg B, Ste 108Las Vegas, NV 89113 702-854-2865

John Holcomb AgencyAmerican Family Insurance7345 S Durango Dr, Bldg B, Ste 108Las Vegas, NV 89113 702-266-9499

J. Cheston Williams AgencyAmerican Family Insurance6348 S Rainbow Blvd, Ste 100Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-854-4768

Kelly Gerdon AgencyAmerican Family Insurance6757 W Charleston Blvd, Ste ALas Vegas, NV 89146702-732-7918

Kendra Wright Agency Inc.American Family Insurance414 Nevada HighwayBoulder City, NV 89005702-737-2044

Leslie Gonzalez AgencyAmerican Family Insurance7312 West Cheyenne Ave, Ste 6Las Vegas, NV 89129 702-395-1179

Lisa L. Blair AgencyAmerican Family InsuranceP O Box 593Logandale, NV 89021 702-398-7711

Luis E. Martich Insurance Agency Inc.American Family Insurance8100 W Charleston Blvd, Ste 103Las Vegas, NV 89117702-732-4072

Manuel R. Lemus AgencyAmerican Family Insurance150 E Centennial Pkwy, Ste 102North Las Vegas, NV 89084702-633-9146

Mateo Thalheimer Agency Inc.American Family Insurance3530 East Flamingo Road, Ste 105Las Vegas, NV 89121702-434-6749

Matthew Meron AgencyAmerican Family Insurance6440 N Durango Drive, Ste 144Las Vegas, NV 89149 702-260-8022

Matthew Baker AgencyAmerican Family Insurance1776 W Horizon Ridge Pkwy, Ste 110,Henderson, NV 89012 702-202-2218Meichu Kuo-Carter Agency Inc.American Family Insurance3441 West Sahara Avenue, Ste D1Las Vegas, NV 89102 702-367-8882

Micah McGarryAmerican Family Insurance2213 N Green Valley Pkwy, Ste 101Henderson, NV 89014702-280-2968

Michael Scheeler AgencyAmerican Family Insurance6348 S Rainbow Blvd, Ste 100ALas Vegas, NV 89118702-656-7001

Raja Mourey Agency Inc.American Family Insurance7312 West Cheyenne Ave, Ste 6Las Vegas, NV 89129702-655-3866

Randy Sagastume Agency LLCAmerican Family Insurance180 S Stephanie Street, Ste 120Henderson, NV 89012702-435-6716

Reba Labat Agency LLCAmerican Family Insurance7312 West Cheyenne Blvd, Ste 6Las Vegas, NV 89129 702-880-7142

Robbie Lueck AgencyAmerican Family Insurance3275 W Ann Road, Ste 100North Las Vegas, NV 89031702-396-3366

R S McPride Insurance AgencyAmerican Family Insurance3310 S Jones Blvd, Ste DLas Vegas, NV 89146702-266-9596

Ronald L. Cornell AgencyAmerican Family Insurance210 N Boulder Hwy, Ste 170Henderson, NV 89015702-579-7611

Ruben Gonzalez Agency LLCAmerican Family Insurance3636 Las Vegas Blvd N, Ste A1Las Vegas, NV 89115702-438-5070

Sean Stewart Agency Inc.American Family Insurance2520 St. Rose Pkwy, Ste 103Henderson, NV 89074 702-479-1570

Shannon Morrison AgencyAmerican Family Insurance3275 W Ann Road, Ste 100North Las Vegas, NV 89031702-453-1301 Sharon K. Bucholz AgencyAmerican Family Insurance5250 S Pecos Road, Ste 100ELas Vegas, NV 89120702-450-4276

Sherry Verost Agency Inc.American Family Insurance6757 W Charleston Blvd, Ste ALas Vegas, NV 89146 702-870-1247

Susan Spartacus Insurance AgencyAmerican Family Insurance501 S Rancho Drive, Ste A1Las Vegas, NV 89106702-266-9858

Vely Gyosheva Agency Inc.American Family Insurance4160 S Fort Apache Road, Ste FLas Vegas, NV 89147702-255-7025


Testimonial for WCCNV Business Success Series 2015lead by Brenda Gayle of Gayle Group.

Hey Members! What a different presentation you missed on the subject of Business Plans. Brenda Gayle was not talking us through the outline of business plan like so many of us have received in the past. She talked to us about the philosophy of the Plan; where and how we might create a problem for ourselves – “the next step” cautionary topic; identified what money-lenders are looking for and more. Who thought she’d coach us on how to set our prices ?! Who thought she’d give us insight about negotiating how to be paid what we are worth? Who expected guidance on Selling My Value? ….and she even provided a scenario for approaching other businesses who “fail” us – recall compliments open more ears than complaints. Added benefit: the other business owners who shared their concerns, voiced their challenges, and offered possible solutions to each other. This aspect is consistent with WCCNV business series segments: we help each other. My eyes were really opened with Brenda’s guidance. I feel significantly motivated to re-look at my earlier Business Plan with this new perspective and I have a greater appreciation for what my business DOES bring to the market place and consumers. Hoping more members will get the next Series date on their calendar and bring their contribution to the next meeting.

Donna Kris, BSLicensed Esthetician, Certified Oncology EstheticianTender Touch Spa Clinic


HUBZONE PROGRAM Small Business Certification for Federal

Contract Set-Aside Opportunities

WHEN:

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

9:00—10:30 AM

WHERE:

Nevada Microenterprise Initiative

550 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite E

Las Vegas, NV 89104

REGISTER:

Ptachubzone.eventbrite.com

This event is FREE for all attendees

Presented by: Rich Lyles, Nevada PTAC Procurement Outreach Program, Barry Van Orden, Business Opportunity Specialist, U.S. Small Business

Administration (SBA) Nevada District Office

The SBA’s Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) program is an important competitive advantage for Nevada businesses seeking federal contracts. Please join us to learn more about the program, benefits, eligibility requirements, and the application process. Who should attend? Small businesses currently located in, or planning to relocate to, a Nevada HUBZone To determine if your business is located in a HUBZone, search by address at http://map.sba.gov/hubzone/maps/

Why get certified? Sole-source contracting 10% price evaluation preference in com-

petitions (prime and sub contracts) The federal government has a goal of

awarding at least 3% of all contract dollars to HUBZone businesses


Women’s Hall of Fame Photo Gallery

Pam’sRetirement...


This Monday I am full of emotion/nerves/excitement. Friday will be my last day here at FOX5 Local. Las Vegas-- and being part of this PM news team since 2009 has been an honor and pleasure. Thank you for tuning in--I couldn’t have asked for better people to share set with than John Huck & Ted Pretty! I have LOVED living in this world-class community, and my son is so lucky to say he’s born in Las Vegas! Later in the month we head back to Arizona-- to happily return to work along-side my friends 3TV Phoenix - but carrying some 702 always!!


Reminder of our 2015 Digital Publications (Marketing our members businesses to our distribution list

Reaching local, state, national or international readers exposing our members to (7.000) City & State Chambers of Commerce in the U.S., 2,500 more Chambers of Commerce Internationally & Abroad, plus 2,500 to our Convention and Visitors Bureaus (All States), Diversi-ty Chamber of Commerce in Nevada, Diversity Partners in Nevada, Economic Development Councils (All States), State Boards of Tourism (All States) U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Washington, D.C.

(Total distribution 12,000 + our 500 members= 12,500)

Volunteer for Councils & Committees

COUNCILSSmall Business Council: (No Term Limit) The Small Business Council makes sure that small businesses have a big voice at the Chamber. Goal: To serve, represent and promote the small businesses and start-ups with education, resources, tools and mentoring to enhance the economic health of S. Nevada’s small business community. Brainstorm and imple-ment new ways to address small business needs, including networking, education and funding. Conduct events with SCORE, Women Certification Programs WBEC-West, Mentoring programs, successful entrepreneurs, big business/small business partnerships, economic development updates and educational opportunities. Develop a Direct Roundtable Program. Help with the selection of the annual WCCNV Small Business of the Year Award. Promote our small business members through the Chamber’s Women In Power Magazine. Conduct a special event during U.S. Small Business Month and voice opinions, on important issues on small businesses at local, state and national levels with the Government Affairs Committee.

Economic Development Council: Coordinates Chamber’s role with South-ern Nevada, the State of Nevada and D.C. Determines events and overall direction of Chamber’s economic development efforts and attend city, county and state events.

COMMITTEESAmbassador Corp: Ambassador Director will meet with the Ambassador Club and have them get in touch with members to be sure that they know about the opportunities the Chamber provides. The marketing tools and resources include the quarterly Women In Power Magazine, monthly Chamber Business News, monthly invitations, and the Chamber website.

Ambassador Club: The Ambassadors are volunteers who represent the Chamber at ribbon cuttings, quarterly mixers, new member orientation, luncheons, and other functions sponsored by the Chamber.


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National Volunteerism & National Diversity Month (More details [email protected])Apr 7 (Tues) LVBNM ExpoApr 10 (Fri) Business Connection Café (Members & Guest w Keynote Speaker) Apr 21 (Tues) The Entrepreneur Club (Lead/Referral Group)Apr 22 (Mon) Professional Business Network Mixer (Member Venue SATAY)Apr 23 (Thurs) Business EDU Workshop (Meet the Small Business Council & ask questionsApr 30 (Thurs) New Member Forum (Chamber Office)APRIL Digital Chamber Monthly Business News (Member Newsletter)

Member Non Profit Events: Apr 18 (Sat) Women’s Money Conference www.nvwomensmoney.org Apr 18 (Sat) LV India Chamber Installation of Officers (more info go to www.LVICC.org )

MayNational Scholarship Month (Small Business Week 4th thru 8th)(More details [email protected])May 5 (Tues) LVBNM (Women in Business)May 8 (Fri) Business Connection Café’ Official Women’s Chamber Anniversary (13 years)May 13 (Wed) Government Affairs MeetingMay 19 (Tues) The Entrepreneur Club (Lead/Referral Group)May 21 (Thurs) Executive Board meetingMay 25 CLOSED for Memorial DayMay 29 (Fri) WCCNV 11th Anniversary Luncheon & ATHENA Open Nomination Announcement And WCCNV Membership recognition of members with the chamber for10-13 years and our local/City/Gov offices-meet who runs your City/County/GovMAY Digital Chamber Monthly Business News (Member Newsletter)

Community Diversity Member Event: May 14 (Thurs) NAWBO - WODA

JuneNational Entrepreneur Marketing (More details [email protected])June 2 (Tues) LVBNM (Women in Business)June 10 (Wed) GOV meetingJune 10 (Wed) Annual LV Metro Chamber Expo (Visit our booth)June 12 (Fri) Business Connection CafeJune 16 (Tues) The Entrepreneur Club (Lead/Referral Group)June 17 (Wed) WCCNV Entrepreneur Network Mixer (Member TBD)June 18 (Thurs) EDU WorkshopJUNE Digital Chamber Monthly Business News (Member Newsletter)

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