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Chamber Programs



 

Cultural Competency Training for the Cedar Valley

Business and Community Services Building, University of Northern Iowa
The Greater Cedar Valley Alliance and Chamber of Commerce, partnered with the University of Northern Iowa, have brought a Cultural Competency Training program to the Cedar Valley.  This opportunity is targeted toward Cedar Valley businesses and their employees as a part of an initiative to make the Cedar Valley a "community of choice" for anyone, at any stage of life.
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Good Morning Cedar Valley

Good Morning Cedar Valley

Quarterly Networking Event

"Good Morning Cedar Valley" events help our busy members stay in the know about community and business issues. These events feature Cedar Valley community Mayors and a County Board of Supervisors representative. Breakfast is served. There is no cost to attend. RSVP is required. 

Chamber networking events are open to all chamber members and their employees.


 

Power Networking

Quarterly Networking Event

"Power Networking" is a structured event designed to maximize your number of contacts in 90 minutes. Each participant will have the chance to give a one-minute commercial about their business and trade business cards with 25 different people.  Make sure to bring plenty of business cards.  Snacks with cash bar will be available. 

This chamber event is open to all chamber members and their employees. Limited to two representatives per member and fifty attendees.


 

Committee Orientation

Semi-Annual Event

"Committee Orientation" is a breakfast event.  This event is for those who would like to get more involved in the Chamber, and be a part of a committee.  It's a great opportunity for members to learn more about the events that the Chamber puts on, and link up with one another in a fun, informal networking environment.

 


 

New Member Welcome

Semi-Annual Event, April & October

"The New Member Welcome" is a breakfast event held at the chamber offices. This event introduces and welcomes new members to the chambers. It's a great opportunity for new members to learn about the value of chamber membership and link up with one another in a fun, informal networking environment.


 

Annual Celebration

Annual Event - March

"The Annual Celebration" is a yearly event put on by the Greater Cedar Valley Chamber.  It has one major theme - recognition. The chamber uses this yearly gathering to recognize individuals, businesses and organizations. Event includes dinner and entertainment.

This chamber event is open to all chamber members and their employees.


 

Cedar Valley Leadership Institute

Annual Event - September through May

"Cedar Valley Leadership Institute" is a professional development series designed for business members who want to develop and strengthen their leadership skills within the community. Tuition fees ($795 per person) and application process apply. Limited to 30 participants.

This program is open to all chamber members and their employees.

2009-2010 Brochure

 
New Teachers' Breakfasts

New Teachers' Breakfasts

Annual Event - August

"The New Teachers' Breakfasts" are breakfast events held in Waterloo and Cedar Falls.  They are our way to show appreciation for the new teachers, and give local businesses the opportunity to welcome them to the Cedar Valley.

NEXT EVENT:
WATERLOO BREAKFAST - TUESDAY, AUGUST 18
7:30 - 9:30 AM
HAWKEYE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

CEDAR FALLS BREAKFAST - THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
7:30-9:00 AM
GALLAGHER-BLUEDORN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER


 
Strictly Business

Strictly Business

Annual Event - April

"Strictly Business" is an annual event that showcases the services and products of the Greater Cedar Valley Chamber of Commerce's members to Northeast Iowa.


 
Winter Bash

Winter Bash

Annual Event

"Winter Bash" is an annual party with live music and hors d'oeuvres held by the Greater Cedar Valley Chamber of Commerce.

This chamber networking event is open to all chamber members and their employees, as well as to non-members.


 
Golf Classic-Spring

Golf Classic-Spring

Annual Event - June

Golf Tournament held by the Greater Cedar Valley Chamber of Commerce – Waterloo.

This chamber networking event is open to all chamber members and their employees.

 

 


 
My Waterloo Days

My Waterloo Days

Annual Community Festival - June

"My Waterloo Days" is a community festival that focuses on family entertainment and attracts over 150,000 people throughout the four days. Includes many unique events like Dragon Boat Races, Televised Parade, Fireworks, Music, Children’s Events, Arts & Crafts Show, variety of food vendors and much more. The event takes place the weekend after Memorial Day. The event has been in existence since 1982.

 


 
Golf Classic- Fall

Golf Classic- Fall

Annual Event - August

Golf Tournament held by the Greater Cedar Valley Chamber of Commerce.

This chamber event is open to all chamber members and their employees.

NEXT EVENT:
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25
PHEASANT RIDGE GOLF COURSE


 
Wing Ding

Wing Ding

Annual Event - September

Cedar Falls annual fund raiser held in Overman Park. Restaurants have the opportunity to have a booth to serve their version of chicken wings and a variety of other taste sensations.

This chamber event is open to everyone.

NEXT EVENT:  THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
5:00-8:00 PM
OVERMAN PARK, CEDAR FALLS