RIBBON CUTTING
Tuesday, December 6, 4 PM
Emerald Square Assisted Living
701 N. Council Rd.
Emerald Square Assisted Living invites Northwest Chamber Members and the Community to a special ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating their new management on December 6 at 4 PM. Immediately following the ribbon cutting will also be a Holiday Open House that all guests may attend.
Please RSVP by December 2 to 787-4466.
Community Coffee
December 8, 8 – 9 AM
First Bethany Bank & Trust
6500 NW 39th Expressway, Bethany
The Northwest Chamber invites guests to gather with other business and community leaders at Community Coffee on Thursday, December 8 from 8 to 9 AM at First Bethany Bank & Trust, located at 6500 NW 39th Expressway (Historic Route 66) in Bethany. The Northwest Chamber holds this free networking event each month as an opportunity for local businesses to expand business contacts and grow business through a visibility opportunity in the Northwest Metro Area.
This month’s host, First Bethany Bank, originated in 1903 from a handful of merchants and farmers and has been owned and operated by the small family since 1967. Their local owners and employees strive to always be mindful of how their decisions affect their shared community. Learn more about First Bethany Bank at firstbethany.com or by calling 789-1110.
No RSVP is required to attend. Breakfast will be provided and door prizes will be given.
2012 Community Guide & Membership Directory
Page example from the 2010 Community Guide and Membership Directory
To be published in January 2012, this year’s Community Guide & Membership Directory will list every Northwest Chamber Member’s contact information. Directories are distributed to every member of the chamber, to community leaders and civic organizations, opinion leaders, tourists, and new residents. The guide provides advertising opportunities to increase your visibility as detailed below.
ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES
Advertising Deadline: November 18, 2011.
Technical Specifications: All ads are full-color, half and quarter page, vertical or horizontal.
Back Cover: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $1,500 (DIR 001) – 1 Available
Dimensions: 8 1/2†x 11â€Â    Full Bleed
Inside Front Cover: Â Â Â Â Â $1,400 (DIR 002) – SOLD
Dimensions: 8 1/2†x 11â€Â    Full Bleed
Inside Back Cover:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $1,200 (DIR 003) – 1 Available
Dimensions: 8 1/2†x 11â€Â    Full Bleed
Full Page: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $1,000 (DIR 004)
Dimensions: 7†x 9â€
Half Page:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $600 (DIR 005)
Vertical: 3 1/2†x 9†OR Horizontal: 7†x 4 1/2â€
Quarter Page:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $350 (DIR 006)
Dimensions: 3 1/2†x 4 1/2â€
Eighth Page:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $225 (DIR 007)
Dimensions: 3 1/2†x 2 1/4â€
To purchase advertising, please call 789-1256, email larissa@nwokc.com or use the following link to purchase online: http://nwokc12.cocpub.com/
Submission & Online Proofing of Ads
A unique website will allow each advertiser to view their ad and submit changes, corrections , and/or approve their ad prior to print online. Assistance with ad design is available at no additional charge. Online ads should be submitted camera ready. For those ads that need additional design review, please draw a mock-ad on the advertising contact agreement form in the space provided. A designer will be in contact with you via email. Ad space must be reserved by November 18, 2011. All ad copy must be submitted by December 1, 2011.
Community Coffee
Thursday, November 17, 8 – 9 AM
Deaconess – West Memorial Clinic
5720 W. Memorial Road
The Northwest Chamber invites businesses and organizations from the Northwest area to attend Community Coffee on November 17. Community Coffee is a free business networking event presented each month by the Northwest Chamber and hosted by a Chamber Member.
Deaconess Hospital is a local healthcare provider, with their 2 hospital campuses located in NWOKC and Bethany, as well as physician offices throughout OKC and the surrounding area. Historically known for its superior nursing care and extensive medical services, Deaconess also offers an unwavering commitment to our local community.
No RSVP Required. Light breakfast provided & door prizes drawings.
For more information on Deaconess Hospital & Physicians, call 604-4551.
Click Here to Download the 2012 Scholarship Application
Application Deadline: Friday, March 16, 2012
Each year the Northwest Chamber Community Scholarship Program awards scholarships ($500.00 each) to students graduating from high schools in the Northwest Chamber trade area. Scholarship recipients will also receive recognition at the April “Excellence in Education†Luncheon. Scholarship recipients are selected based on: Business Ambitions, Leadership Displayed, Community Involvement, Academic Record and Character. The scholarship is awarded to a student attending post-secondary school for the first time and will be paid directly to the post-secondary school. We encourage all qualifying students to apply. To download an application, please use the link above, call 789-1256, or visit the Northwest Chamber at 7440 NW 39th Expressway in Bethany.
2011 Community Scholarship Recipients
 The 2011 Scholarship Recipients were recognized at the April 21, 2011 Education Luncheon. Pictured from left to right: Micah Truitt, Kolbi Moles,
John Martin (Education Council Chair), Melissa Webb, Mark Williams (Chamber Chair), Talib Chaudhry
Talib Chaudhry – Putnam City North High School
Talib’s ambition sets him apart from his high school peers. He will graduate at the top of his class this year as a College Board AP Scholar. During his high school career, he has been a member of Key Club, Student Council, and the high school football program. He has also displayed his leadership through serving as National Honor Society Historian and participating in the Leadership Development Institute. He plans to attend the University of Oklahoma and continue his academic success in biotechnology/pre-med.
Kolbi Moles – Putnam City North High School
Upon graduation in May, Kolbi plans to attend the University of Oklahoma and major in business management with a minor in Spanish. Moles is on a distinguished leadership path as she has served as class president for the past three years and served as president of Student United of North, as she works to coordinate events and activities for students. She has been very involved in the local community through volunteering at the arts festival, food drives and church, while retaining a summer job since 2008 at a local Northwest business.
Micah Truitt – Bethany High School
Micah’s goal is a career as a elementary school teacher and she plans to reach this through pursuing a degree in education. She enjoys teaching and helping others in the community. She has actively participated in local churches caring for children and babysitting for families for three years. At Bethany High School, she has participated as a class officer, basketball manager, Spanish club officer, and also as a member of National Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Choir. She will graduate at the top of her class this May.
Melissa Webb – Putnam City High School
Melissa has already began concurrent classes at OSU-OKC and next year plans to transfer to the University of Oklahoma to pursue occupational therapy. Her dream job is to someday work at The Children’s Center in Bethany. During her high school career, she has held a steady job at a local business in Bethany and is also involved in the local community through teaching elementary students about bullying, participating in her church’s ministry and spending time with the elderly. She has been on the pom squad all four years of high school and been in a leadership position on the squad for three years.
2010 Community Scholarship Recipients
Angela Gudgel – Putnam City North High School
Blair Hanebaum – Putnam City North High School
Melanie McNatt – Putnam City North High School
Elizabeth Tran – Putnam City High School
To read the 2010 Scholarship Recipients Bios, please CLICK HERE.
2009 Community Scholarship Recipients
Katie Browles – Putnam City West High School
Aaron Klossner – Putnam City High School
Nikala Shenold – Putnam City West High School
Kim Thai – Putnam City North High School
To read the 2009 Scholarship Recipients Bios, please CLICK HERE.
