March 2023 Vol. 3
Spotlight Interview
Member of the Month
EmpowHER Event
Troy Strawberry Festival Announcement
New Members
Did you know?
Current Promotions
Upcoming Events & What's New Tip of the Month
Connect With Us
March is Women's History Month, and to celebrate we are showcasing two women owned businesses in our Spotlight Interview & our Member of the Month.
The Official Newsletter of the Troy Chamber of Commerce
Q: What inspired you to start this business?
A: We opened in 2014 at the Hatfield House Within one year we moved to our current location We are approaching our 9th year in business We are well established in the Troy Small Business Community WordOfmouthandsocialmediaareourbestformsofadvertisement
Q: How did you come up with the name for your business?
A:Myhusbandcameupwiththename
Q:How many employees does your business have?
A:·Wecurrentlyhave2employees
Q:What moments/things have been most rewarding to you running this business?
A:Mostrewardingareourcustomersandtheirsupport Wehavecustomersthathavebeenwithussince dayone.Weprideourbusinessonexcellentcustomerserviceandourconsistenthours.
Q: What challenges have you had to face and overcome?
A: The biggest challenge was COVID and the mandated closing. However, we were able to remodel the storeduringthattime.
Q:What is something new you would like to do with your business, or start to offer more?
A: My hope is that we will continue to offer our quality lines of clothing at affordable prices. But most off allaboveaveragecustomerservice.
ThankyoufromtheTroyChamberof CommercetotheBlueBowBoutiqueforthis wonderfulinterview!
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EmpowHER-ADayForWomenTheEmpowHEReventbeganin2019tocelebrate InternationalWomen'sDayandtoempowerwomenleadersinbusiness.Thisannualevent washeldonMarch3rdofthisyear,andwassoldout.It'sagreatopportunityfor networking,empowerment,selfsearching,andfindingsupport Withlunch,exercises,and reflections,wealsohadthefollowingthreespeakerspresentatourevent.Herearesome highlightedquotesfromtheirpresentations:
"Being present in that moment is how we collect the gifts and the knowledge and the wisdom that we need to get to the next destination But to do that, we have to be present " "Gift of humility makes us vulnerable enough to ask for help. In humbleness we are all the same " We have to let go of our expectations of life, and look at reality. And realize what we are going to do with it "
"Know ourselves first, before we can help other " When discussing being an example for younger women/generations: "We need to let them follow, walk, and takeover our footsteps [ ] "Mentor them, and pull the up, so they can lead our world to some really cool places in the future."
"We have to be able to laugh at ourselves [ ] be humble enough "
"Anger will burn you out"
When speaking about participating in something physical like sports: "It make you realize you can save yourself." [...] "Problems won't disappear, but it makes it easier to deal with". [....] "You can tap into things that can't be taken from you No one can do it for you."
"There's so much wisdom to be made from your mess-ups " "You cant wave a victory flag and victim flag at the same time."
Karen Carter- Owner of the Power of How 11 1 "Rerouting to Reach Your Dreams" Dr. Cassie Barlow-President , Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education " The Leader Within" Liz Ferro- Founder & CEO, Girls with Sole "Power Principles"The theme for the 2023 Troy Strawberry Festival was announced at a Kick-Off Party on February 23rd at we Love Birthday Parties. And the theme for the 2023 Troy Strawberry Festival is: Berries Rock!
Join the Troy Strawberry Festival June 3 and 4 for a rock'n good time featuring entertainment on three stages, arts and craft vendors and lot's of strawberry food delights.
We are so excited for this rock'n theme, and we can't wait to see all the ways our members get involved. If you are interested in being a sponsor for the 2023 Strawberry Festival, there are still sponsorships open.
You can find more information and stay up to date on events on the festival's Facebook and website: www.troystrawberryfest.com
The Chamber has a flexible meeting space in the heart of downtown Troy. Our Conference Room is available to Chamber members as an investment benefit. The room includes flexible seating to accommodate meetings of varying sizes. You are able to do a board room style, classroom style, or theatre style (seating up to 30).
Room includes:
projector (to be viewed on the wall)
TV with HDMI cord
Tables with wheels for room set up ease
Stackable chairs
Room Reservation Cost:
One Usage per month (up to 8 hours) included in membership investment
Additional usage during the month
$25.00 per hour (for-profit)
$15.00 per hour (non-profit)
If you are interested in reserving this room, feel free to call the office or email hmccartney@troyohiochamber.com
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 (7:30 AM9:00 AM) (EDT) Join
Non-Profit Roundtables are open to everyone serving in a role within a local Non-Profit Organization. The purpose of the Non-Profit Roundtable is to provide an opportunity for those whose primary duty is running a Non-Profit Organization to discuss trending topics, share best practices, network and hear from other NonProfits.
Spring is right around the corner, even if it doesn't feel like it now. With Spring come Spring Cleaning; as you're cleaning out the old, make sure that things are also up to date. Protect your business by making sure that all of your software and technology knowledge is up to date. Make sure your passwords are protected, and maybe think about investing in some new security. Thinking ahead can help prevent future headaches.
Did you know that the Chamber has a Members Only Facebook group?
The purpose of the group is to find connections, share current promotions, business needs and additional resources
Follow the Chamber on social media platforms to stay connected
Use our hashtags: #MyTroyChamber
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