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Talking points provided to Chamber staff to ensure consistent messaging about Local Area Chambers. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #2, Local Area Chambers.

Description of the Chamber's social media strategy for Local Area Chambers. After an evaluation of mediums, it was determined that Facebook Groups would be the most effective approach. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #2, Local Area Chambers.

Examines the total number of businesses by zip code and correlates it with the total number of active members. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #2, Local Area Chambers.

The Local Area Chamber strategy aims to provide small business members with accessible connection opportunities, business development education, and community issue and advocacy awareness. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #2, Local Area Chambers.

The Chamber's new CEO will serve as the "face" of the Chamber and build partnerships and alliances with a broad range of constituencies, including the Chamber's Board of Directors, government officials and business leaders from around North Carolina and, when appropriate, beyond. This seasoned, well-respected executive will provide visionary leadership for the Chamber and drive continuous improvement initiatives to reinforce North Carolina's position as one of the best places to do business and live in the world.

On Tuesday, May 16, 25 high school students were awarded Accelerate Greater Charleston Scholarships. The Scholarship, funded through the AGC Campaign, provides funding for up to two years at Trident Technical College to study in one of the region's highest demand career sectors. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

Career Academies are innovative, career focused learning communities within high schools designed to thrill and excite students about their future. Academies provide continuous active support to ensure that every graduating senior is career-and/or college-ready. Career Academy Partners are presented with this manual to guide their experience. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

Career Academies are innovative, career focused learning communities within high schools designed to thrill and excite students about their future. Academies provide continuous active support to ensure that every graduating senior is career-and/or college-ready. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

The Common Skills report outlines the core expectation for an entry-level position within a particular career cluster and determines both the specific academic skills and the performance level of those skills requested for "readiness" in those jobs. This condensed version of the report was created to more easily communicate the effort. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

Career Academies are career-themed schools within high schools, where the learning environment reflects the atmosphere and expectations of the 21st century workplace. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.