The Diversity Council is growing and expanding each month since it was revamped last year. This month we will meet to discuss our upcoming goals and meetings in the next quarter. Your input is vital to our vision and your attendance is important to us. Invite co-workers and friends to join us!
Lunch will be provided by one of our local restaurants at $10 per person.
ABOUT THE DIVERSITY COUNCIL
* The Council is open to everyone, whether part of a diversity group or seeking to reach a diversity group. There is no membership fee. Just attend the monthly meetings.
* Free marketing opportunities, including networking with other members, business card exchange, member spotlights, as well as mentions in the Council Newsletter.
* Leadership opportunities, both in the Council and in the larger Chamber.
* Meetings are monthly, with a rotating format: Networking, Education, and Council Business.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Chamber's Diversity Council helps to connect and develop area leaders seeking to do business or grow their organization, by connecting into a powerful network through leadership and advocacy, using and providing education, networking, and problem solution strategies that will benefit each member's persona and professional growth.
Lead. Advocate. Network. Promote.
VISION
The Council seeks to grow a diverse membership, with leaders representing all aspects of our community, in order to stimulate commerce and organizational growth for our members and the community.
See you soon and remember building your community starts with you!
Meetings held held at The Harrisonburg VA Chamber of Commerce.
The Chamber offers a variety of programs designed to meet the ever-changing needs of our member businesses. Through networking events, educational programs, committees and informative publications, we build community relations and offer our members a variety of ways to make new customer contacts, network with fellow Chamber members and enhance their overall lead generation and selling efforts.
"Jorge is a dedicated, passionate, organized and driven leader. I consider knowing him and working with him a pleasure, and an honor. His desire to help people is deeply ingrained in him, and it exudes forth when you see him in front of a group of people giving one of his in depth speeches. When you spend any amount of time with Jorge, you always come away with very useful information then when you first sat down with him. He has a wealth of knowledge in his field of expertise and I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to expand in their business, as well as personal growth!!" Dominique Armentrout, Nationwide, New Market VA
Jorge is a highly motivated individual who sincerely cares for people. He cares about their business. He cares about their family. He has a great attitude--ALWAYS! He is devoted to helping businesses succeed, even if they have to start with "baby steps" to get going. He is especially patient. Jorge is cheerful, optimistic, and has a great love for his fellow man. Working with him has been a pleasure. - Lisa Fritsch, Realtor, Winchester VA
Jorge has applied his wealth of experience and training to my business and helped me direct my focus to areas that needed attention, directing me to a successful business track. Jorge not only assists with his immense expertise in the business world, but even more importantly he operates with a compassion and personal care on his clients behalf, to achieve the greatest wisdom and ultimate business course. - Thomas Sollenberger, CEO, CHARLES THOMAS COMMUNICATIONS, Woodstock VA
Jorge is an inspiration to me. He is kind and compassionate, while keeping me on task. He is always punctual to all of our meetings. Any small to medium business would benefit greatly from Jorge's expertise. I highly recommend his skills and his product. Peggy Hodgson, President, Middletown Electrical Services, INC, Middletown VA