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The
Chamber
History, High Mountains & The High Life
The
Lander Area Chamber of Commerce does all the things one business
cannot do or afford to do individually. It provides the organizational
structure to more effectively build a better Lander and improve
the opportunities for business in our community.
"We
promote and support total community and business
development by enhancing the area economy and quality of life."
The Chamber PROMOTES your business:
- Your
brochures and business cards are displayed in the Chamber
lobby.
- Your
information is included in vacation, relocation and convention
packets provided directly to customers.
- Your
business is listed in our Business Directory Relocation
& Travel Guide and on our website.
- Your
business' website is automatically hotlinked from the Chamber
website.
- Chamber
members are given preference for business referrals.
- Monthly
Chamber socials provide a networking opportunity for business
owners.
- Chamber
Choice Certificates encourage shopping in member businesses.
- You
can place an insert in the monthly newsletter for a nominal
fee and reach 400+ business minded readers.
The Chamber
SERVES your business:
- Our
bulk mailing permit is available to our members for savings
of up to 30%.
- Our
check alert system provides timely warnings of potential
local fraud.
- Our
monthly newsletter keeps you informed of local business
activities.
- Our
quarterly luncheons provide speakers on topics helpful to
your business.
- Our
Workforce Development Training Fund grant consultation services
allow you and your employees to receive valuable training.
- We
provide Notary Public service free of charge to our members.
The Chamber
serves the COMMUNITY:
- As
a Visitor Information Center to thousands of visitors annually.
- By
publishing a Community Events Calendar monthly.
- By
providing a toll-free business and information hotline.
- By
promoting the Lander Area in national and international
publications and tradeshows.
- As
an information source for Lander's Annual Festivals and
Events.
- By
supporting Lander area beautifcation projects.
Were
the ones behind all those things
that people think "just happen."
Staff:
The
Board of Directors 2008-2009:
President,
Dean Lehmkuhler, Lander Valley Chiropractic
Vice-President, Greg Martinsen, Fremont Realty
Treasurer, Sarah Sweeney, Wyoming Catholic College
Past-President, Rick Hunter, United States Post Office
Linda Barton, City of Lander liason
Donna Connell, Nails by Donna (at Salon Spa)
Anjie McConnell, Lander Valley CattleWomen
Lynn McRann, City Plumbing & Heating
Dan Davis, Central Bank and Trust
Lorre Hoffman, Wind River Tribal College
Scott Ross, Fremont Toyota
Tara Skiba, Skiba Construction
Active Chamber Committees:
Beautifcation
Membership
Community Pride & Image
Special Events
Marketing
Annual Chamber Community Awards:
Anchor Award - A business tha thas survived the challenge of time with endurance and persevernece.
2009 Winner- McKee, Marburger & Fagnant, P.C.
Beautification - A business with an oustanding storefont appearance.
2009 Winner- Pioneer Museum
Rookie of the Year - A business or individual that has
shown innovation, enthusiasm, and creativity in a new endeavor,
which enhances the community.
2009
Winner - Cooking Crow
Spirit of Lander- An individual or organization that promotes Lander in a positive way, has given time and energy to the community, who ignites enthusiasm with their paricipation, or who creates a special gift for Lander year after year.
2009
Winner - Tony and Connie McRae
Lifetime Contribution-A business or individual that has shown long-standing commitment to the community in the form of business leadership, philanthopic donations and/or volunteer service
2009
Winner - John Myers
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