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Katie Simmons
President/CEO
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Every day I am fortunate to meet new business men and
women in Chico - it's a favorite job perk. Whether I am meeting with someone
who is experiencing challenges (permitting, broadband, workforce, you name it),
or I'm meeting with a proprietor who is getting ready to launch a dream
business, or we're in a group setting working on broader community issues, I
always learn something new about what businesses in Chico need in order to be
successful.
Our business walks program (see photo below) is
one of the most effective tools in the Chamber's advocacy toolbox. Along with a
team of business service providers from Alliance for Workforce Development, the
Downtown Chico Business Association, 3CORE, The Training Place at Butte College,
and members of City staff, we cover broad areas of Chico on foot - shaking
hands, introducing ourselves, hearing business stories, and getting down to the
issues. If we're in a family business, we learn just as much about Chico's
history as we do about what the Chamber can do to help that business
succeed.
If you see us in your neighborhood, please take a moment
to tell us your story, opinions, and ideas. We're listening and we're helping
businesses one day at a time and one step at a time.
We are here to serve you and by "we" I mean me, Heather,
Phyllis, Angie, Rebecca, Jeanette, our fabulous Board of Directors and
volunteers, and the many organizations who are participating in our business
walks. Together we offer an astounding number of services, many of which are
free to you. Check out our Business Resources Guide
for more info.
Think of the Chamber and our team as one of the best
tools in your business toolbox. We're here to help you get the job
done.
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Katie
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