First Post

I am finally getting the time to post my first blog entry. Our Chamber has been very active for the past few month's. Beginning with a successful CulpeperFest. We had a great time with all of the credit going to the Volunteers, Sponsors, Businesses, and those who attended that made it possible. Special thanks to Germanna's Daniel Technology Center for Hosting the event and to the Culpeper Star Exponent for being the Grand Champion Sponsor of Culpeperfest. Next years CulpeperFest planning is underway and may be found at CulpeperFest.com.

We moved on to the celebration of an era of successful leadership and growth of the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce. Norma Dunwody was recognized for her 15 years of service during the NormaFest event where she was officially honored as she prepared to retire from the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce. Many Thanks to Norma for her remarkable service. A special thanks to Old House Vinyards for hosting such a great event.

This past week we partnered with Culpeper County Schools and 49 local businesses to welcome the 80+ new teachers that will be working in our school system at a special breakfast in their honor. The event is called BIE Day (Business / Industry / & Education Day). The 49 businesses set up a booth with many welcome gifts to introduce the new teachers to the business community. Our Chairman Elect - David Jones of Young, Nicholas, Branner & Phillips spoke about the importance of educators and our local economy. Welcome again to the teachers and educators from the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce. Best wishes and success in 2008-09.