Forums & Seminars

Participants at the recent “Networking Without the Work” workshop spent time in small group exercises to improve their networking skills.

A workshop was recently held to provide information to area citizens who may be interested in running for public office this year or at some point in the future. Pictured is Dr. Martha A. Walker of Virginia Cooperative Extension who helped to coordinate the program which was sponsored in partnership with the chamber.

The Chamber recently sponsored a workshop on customer service with over 60 Chamber members in attendance. The program, discussed key elements of great customer service. If your business or organization would like information on this program, please contact the Chamber office at 836-6990 or by email at chamber@dpchamber.org.

The Chamber’s Board of Directors and Legislative Committee met with state legislators in early December to review key issues of concern for the 2010 session of the Virginia General Assembly.

Congressman Tom Perriello (far left) recently met with utility providers in the Danville-Pittsylvania County area to discuss key issues and opportunities for our region and the utility industry. Pictured, from left, are Perriello, R.B. Sloan (City of Danville—Utilities), Kevin Martin (City of Danville—Utilities), and Joe King (City of Danville).

Networking Without the Work Participants at the recent “Networking Without the Work” workshop spent time in small group exercises to improve their networking skills. Pictured, from left, are Rocky Womack (Rocky Womack Communications), Kathy Cassidy (Curves of Danville), Leeann Mahan (Averett University), and Ron Vance (Hatcher Center).

Chamber members work together to identify ways to influence positive change at the recent Dale Carnegie Training workshop - Leading Through the Storm – led by Sheryl Crawford. Dale Carnegie Training is recognized internationally as the leader in bringing  out the best in people.

On the Fast Track...Speed Networking
The Chamber held its first Speed Networking event in July. Sponsored and hosted by VIRginia International Raceway, the event was designed to offer the opportunity to make multiple business contacts in a minimum amount of time.