FEBRUARY
143rd Annual Meeting
Wilmington Convention Center
Thursday, February 23
12:00-1:30 pm
Meeting to honor the outgoing 2011 Board and volunteers, and introduce the 2012 Officers and Board members.
April Arellano: 762-2611 ext. 203

MARCH
Member Briefing
Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, March 6
8:30-9:30 am
For all members to learn about the Chamber mission, programs and events.
Juan Chevere: 762-2611 ext. 202

Dale Carnegie Seminar
"How to Win Friends and Influence People in the Digital Age"
Chamber of Commerce
Thursday, March 8
8:00 am - 10:00 am
Free workshop that showcases time-tested principles to build relationships in the era of mass communication.
April Arellano: 762-2611 ext. 203

APRIL
Work On Wilmington (WOW)
Saturday, April 21
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Annual community service event organized by the Leadership Wilmington class (a Chamber Foundation program) that brings more than 2,000 volunteers together to tackle community projects.Includes a celebration after the volunteer service projects are completed.
Learn more and register to volunteer at www.workonwilmington.org
Haskell Rhett: 762-2611 ext. 204.

MAY
BizMix
Eye Care Associates
Mayfaire Town Center
Wednesday, May 9
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Networking event for members featuring food, beverages and fun.
April Arellano: 762-2611 ext. 203

Elected Officials Appreciation BBQ
Chamber of Commerce
Friday, May 18
5:30-8:00 pm
Opportunity to thank local elected officials from New Hanover County, City of Wilmington, the beaches, along with our U.S. Senators, U.S. Representative and State Senators and Representatives, for their work.
April Arellano: 762-2611 ext. 203

JUNE
Member Briefing
Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, June 5
8:30-9:30 am
For all members to learn about the Chamber mission, programs and events
Juan Chevere: 762-2611 ext. 202

Safety Awards
Tuesday, June 5
6:30-8:30 pm
Co-sponsored by the NC Dept. of Labor, this banquet honors area businesses with outstanding safety records.
April Arellano: 762-2611 ext. 203

SEPTEMBER
DC Issues Conference
September 10-11
Annual event held in Washington, DC that provides a unique opportunity to meet with federal government elected and administrative officials to discuss policies that may affect a business owner's ability to do business. Includes business briefings and discussions featuring key administration and Capitol Hill leaders.
April Arellano: 762-2611 ext. 203

Member Briefing
Chamber of Commerce
Friday, September 14
8:30-9:30 am
For all members to learn about the Chamber mission, programs and events
Juan Chevere: 762-2611 ext. 202

NOVEMBER
Coasta Roasta Oyster Roast
Chamber of Commerce Riverfront
Friday, November 2
6:00-8:30 pm
The Chamber's social event of the year that helps to raise funds to support services and programs. All you can eat oysters and shrimp, including full bar, live music and networking with other chamber members.
April Arellano: 762-2611 ext. 203

B2B Expo
Holiday Inn Resort Wrightsville Beach
Wednesday, November 7
5:30-7:30 pm
Networking event and mini trade show for members featuring table-top displays from exhibitors.
April Arellano: 762-2611 ext. 203

DECEMBER
Member Briefing
Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, December 4
8:30-9:30 am
For all members to learn about the Chamber mission, programs and events
Juan Chevere: 762-2611 ext. 202