THE recent election of a new board for Ballybofey and Stranorlar Chamber of Commerce signifies exciting times for all businesses in the Twin Towns and surrounding areas.
The newly elected members are: Chairperson: Paul Harkin, Harkins Gala; Vice chairperson: Tracey Alexander, Alexanders of Ballybofey; Secretary: Louise Patton, Patton Frozen Foods; Vice Secretary: Enda Bogle, The Flower Shop; Treasurer: David Foy, Foy and Co Vice Treasurer: John Griffin, Ballybofey Florists.
The chamber has been rebranded as Ballybofey and Stranorlar Business Chamber, complete with a new logo and a new ethos to become more business orientated whilst still being involved with all the town events such as Christmas lights, St, Patrick’s Day and Halloween, and so on.
Regular information breakfast briefings will become the norm to help and guide businesses to become more efficient, compliant and grow.
Topics such as HR, marketing, Funding opportunities, health and well being are on the list, these are also proving invaluable as a networking opportunity and help the local businesses become Stronger Together.
Plans to employ a full time Chamber manager is something which will help grow the chamber going forward.
The highlight of the year will be the first ever Business Awards, which will be held in the Villa Rose on Saturday, October 5 at 5pm.
A formal dress and drinks reception to start, the event will include a four-course banquet, dancing to Cufflinks and finishing the night out with DJ Marty.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the event and each award can be sponsored for only €300.
Tickets for the Awards are €50 each or a table of 10 for €400, sponsorship and tables are limited so are only available on a first come, first served basis.
A special rate for 2024 of only €100 is available to everyone, both business and community groups.
If you would like to book a table, sponsor an award or the event or become a member of the chamber please telephone 074 9190909, or email info@bandschamber.com
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