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Knowledge is empowering. Nevada Cancer Coalition’s Resource Directory concentrates a lot of power.Navigating the medical system when facing cancer can be a daunting task for patients, survivors, and their family members. To support you in this challenging task, Nevada Cancer Coalition (NCC) has assembled resources in an easy-to-use online tool. NCC’s resource directory is continually updated to provide the most current information available. Access the directory here. *Please note, inclusion of a resource in the directory is not an endorsement of that resource or service.
Inspire Reno
The Inspire Reno building (The Laura Knight historic home) has office space available for 2019. Beautiful river-front property, parking, close to Hub Roasters and the downtown district. Multiple office spaces and suites available! Contact Susan Ackerman for more information or to schedule a tour: susan@inspirereno.co
Career-ready graduates
The Washoe County School District is modernizing career and technology education, and working with companies like Tesla to give graduates the skills they need to be hired right out of high school. Check out the video below to hear from graduates and about our advanced manufacturing programs. Learn more about all of our programs here. Continued upgrades to our facilities are made possible by voter support of school capital funding (WC-1 in 2016), which The Chamber heavily supported! Facebook video Youtube video
High Fives Foundation
I'm back with the 3rd chapter of Helmets Are Cool! High Fives is making it easy to get basic lessons about mountain safety online and we need you help to spread the word. This chapter focuses on #HighFivesAthletes Jamie Crane-Mauzy and Kody Williams. Both amazing athletes who are recovering from traumatic brain injuries. Take 7 minutes for yourself today and be inspired by these individuals. With the winter season practically here, help be a safety advocate and share this video with your friends and family! Here is the Facebook link to the video, please share! https://www.facebook.com/HighFivesFoundation/videos/1093343974167211/
Ever wondered where to take the kids on a hot summer day, or find a park that has a bike trail? The Washoe County Health District’s Chronic Disease Prevention Program has teamed up with Washoe County’s GIS Technology Services to build an interactive regional parks directory promoting park usage in our community. Community members and visitors can now find and explore a park that meets their needs, visit (https://washoe.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=1ed70b2289d94a34b2a81bfdfa94e8f5 to view the parks directory.
Cross Check Aviation Parts
Cross Check Aviation Parts (CCAP) specializes in a broad range of aircraft and engine platforms. With our reliability and dedication to exceed our customers’ expectations, we are guaranteed to be your chosen provider. CCAP’s committed and highly skilled team can offer the personal small company touch with the experience and knowledge that is found in large companies. Whether you are looking for commercial or military component spares, tailored exchange programs, experience in managing your consignment assets and/or aircraft and engine lease options, you can count on CCAP!
Chamber Members Get Discount on Exploration of Local Trails Program
Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation is offering 20% of registrations for the Truckee Meadows Trails Challenge. All Chamber businesses and their employees are eligible. Set your goal, hike at your own pace, and take advantage of our monthly guided interpretive hikes. Experience the 50+ trails within 20 minutes of downtown Reno like never before with your own trails booklet and log book.
Support Reno/Tahoe's new air service!
Exclusively for Everyone, JetSuiteX semi-private flights combine the best of private jet travel for the price of commercial fares. Leave the stress behind and fly exclusively between our private terminals. Show up 15 minutes before your flight, check-in, hop on and jet off to one of our West Coast destinations. Fly on our luxuriously reconfigured 30-seat private jet with leather seats, business class legroom, complimentary snacks, cocktails, and beverages. Book your seat today on jetsuitex.com with flights starting from just $99 each way. It's time to enjoy flying again.
The Trees and Lights Gala
The Trees and Lights Gala is the event to kick off the Holiday season. Entering its third year, the Gala has quickly become a fun and unforgettable tradition in our community. It is also the primary fundraising benefit for Safe Embrace. Through corporate sponsorship, live auction, private donations and ticket sales, the gala will support our shelter expansion and renovation project. Register online today at www.treesandlightsgala.com!
Domestic Violence affects our entire community; please help us spread the word!
Did you know that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced domestic violence in Nevada? Together, we can continue to shed light on domestic violence. Share your story with #SurvivorSpeaks to continue to bring awareness and inspire others. With access to our support groups, housing options and legal referrals, those who come to the Domestic Violence Resource Center for help are able to start rebuilding their lives immediately.
Discounts and Funding for Veterans Looking to own a Franchise
Elite Franchise Consulting announced a Veteran's Freedom Loan Program through its partner, Tenet Financial Group. It is designed to facilitate a $150,000 SBA Express Working Capital loan for both active military and veterans, and their spouses. Click HERE and enter VETS in the comment section for more information.
Easterseals Nevada
Easterseals Nevada believes the key to unlocking a child's potential is providing the highest level therapeutic intervention in a warm, nurturing and fun environment. Our team of highly skilled therapists provides state of the art occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, and feeding therapy treatment practices. All while including parents and caregivers in every step of the process. Each therapy session is specifically designed to meet the child's needs. Our clinic offers specialized therapeutic equipment and treatment spaces to create an optimal experience for every family. Call 775-434-0488 for more information.
Spotlight of Excellence Award
Paul Crooks, a broker and manager of Crooks Lingad Realty in Reno, was presented the Spotlight of Excellence Award by the Reno/Sparks Association of Realtors. The Spotlight of Excellence Award ia a biannual honor that recognizes RSAR members who provide selfless and extraordinary service to the community, their clients and customers.
Utility Telecom
Utility Telecom customers now have access to Accession Meeting — a powerful conferencing platform that can work along with the Accession Communicator application or as a standalone solution for hosting web conferences.
Island Buffet Earns #1 Spot
After a four-week campaign of online voting, Peppermill Reno’s Island Buffet has emerged victorious as the Best All-You-Can-Eat Buffet in Nevada, defeating 19 competitors throughout the state in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice contest. “It’s a huge honor to be home to the best buffet in all of Nevada, and we’re thrilled these bragging rights belong to Reno now,” said Billy Paganetti, General Manager of Peppermill Reno.
ITS Logistics has expanded the Brokerage division
ITS Drayage Solutions: Attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and multitasking efficiency....it's how we roll! Click HERE for more details.
Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital Grand Opening
Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital officially opened its doors to patients. The behavioral healthcare hospital is the first facility of its kind to be built from the ground up in our community in more than 35 years. The modern, 80,000 square feet, state-of-the-art facility is located at 6940 Sierra Center Parkway near Target in the Meadowood area of south Reno.
Digiman Studio Awarded Contract
Digiman Studio, a full-service advertising photography and video studio based in Reno was awarded a contract from Truckee Meadows Community College to provide still photography and video content for their new website that is set to launch in late 2018. Digiman also recently completed a video project with The University of Nevada, Reno Graduate School that was the first video project exploring many of the graduate programs available.
Terra One Raffle: Enter for Your Chance to Win a Tiny Home!
Terra One is raffling off tickets to win a Tiny Home! Tickets are available for purchase from September 1st - November 11th. The drawing will be held on November 19th, 2018. For more information or to participate please contact Masih Madani at masihmadani@gmail.com
Curious about EOS® (The Entrepreneurial Operating System®) and Jon Deiter Solutions? Start this podcast at the 3:09 mark (to bypass small talk) and listen to an outline of the EOS model and Jon’s passion for helping teams get Vision, Traction and Healthy, so they get more of what they want from their business.
