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Tuesday, December 03, 2024Bristol Chamber of Commerce announces Grand Marshals for the 2024 Bristol Christmas Parade
December 2, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact:Beth RhinehartTele: (423) 989-4850E-Mail: brhinehart@bristolchamber.org Bristol Chamber of Commerce announces Grand Marshalsfor the 2024 Bristol Christmas Parade (Bristol, TN/VA) – The Bristol Chamber of Commerce has been organizing and hosting the annual Christmas Parade in downtown Bristol for decades. This holiday event is a favorite across the region and is always held on the first Thursday in December. The parade route
Friday, November 01, 2024American Express & U.S. Chamber Foundation Launch Small Business Hurricane Recovery Grant Program
American Express and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Launch Small Business Hurricane Recovery Grant Program with $5 Million in Grants and Corporate Giving PledgeOn its 15th annual Small Business Saturday this November, American Express will donate $1 for each Card Member purchase at small businesses across the US to expand its grant commitment to support small businesses impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton1 October 31, 2024 – American Express, in collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Wednesday, September 04, 2024Former NASA astronaut José Hernández to share inspiring life story at free public event
KINGSPORT, Tenn., Sept. 4, 2024 – Former NASA astronaut José Hernández will share his inspirational journey from migrant farmworker to space explorer during a visit to Kingsport on Thursday, Sept. 26. Hernández, whose life story was the subject of Amazon Prime’s 2023 biopic “A Million Miles Away,” will deliver a keynote address at 6 p.m. at the Toy F. Reid Employee Center, 400 S. Wilcox Drive, Kingsport, as part of Eastman’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15). Admission is
Monday, December 18, 2023Hutchinson named Forty Under 40 by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives
For Immediate Release December 18, 2023 Contact: Beth Rhinehart Bristol Chamber of Commerce 423.989.4850brhinehart@bristolchamber.org ACCE FORTY Under 40 Award RecipientHutchinson named Forty Under 40 by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives Alexandria, VA. (December 18, 2023) – Sarah Hutchinson has been named to the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 2023 Forty Under 40 list of emerging leaders shaping the chamber of commerce
Monday, July 31, 2023Shuttle Elected to Industry Board
Thursday, March 23, 2023BRISTOL TN/VA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SELECTED FOR NATIONAL WORKFORCE TRAINING PROGRAM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 23, 2023 Contact: Beth Rhinehart, President & CEO, Bristol Chamber of Commerce423-989-4850 | brhinehart@bristolchamber.org Amy Shields, Executive Director, ACCE Foundation (703) 998-3530 | ashields@acce.org THE BRISTOL TN/VA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SELECTED FOR NATIONAL WORKFORCE TRAINING PROGRAMOne of 11 regions selected for Economic Mobility for Rural Workers The Bristol Chamber of Commerce is one of 11 organizations selected by the Association of Chamber of
Thursday, July 28, 2022RHINEHART EARNS ELITE CERTIFICATION
Wednesday, June 15, 2022U.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AWARDS BRISTOL TN/VA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WITH 5-STAR ACCREDITATION
U.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AWARDS BRISTOL TN/VA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WITH 5-STAR ACCREDITATION Bristol, TN/VA - The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Bristol TN/VA Chamber of Commerce with its designation of Accredited with 5 Stars for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community. “When chambers of commerce earn the distinction of being Accredited, it truly is a mark of excellence for the organization, its staff, and its leadership” said Raymond P.
Wednesday, June 15, 2022U.S. Chamber Awards Six Chambers of Commerce with Accreditation
U.S. Chamber Awards Six Chambers of Commerce with AccreditationWASHINGTON, D.C. — At its board meeting last week, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce awarded the Accreditation designation to six chambers of commerce for their sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on their communities. “When chambers of commerce earn the distinction of being Accredited, it truly is a mark of excellence for the organization, its staff, and its leadership” said Raymond P. Towle, U.S. Chamber Vice
Monday, March 14, 2022Rhinehart Graduates from U.S. Chamber Foundation Education & Workforce Fellowship Program
For Immediate Release: March 14, 2022 Beth Rhinehart, President & CEO of the Bristol Chamber of Commerce Graduates from U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Education and Workforce Fellowship Program Fellowship Provided State and Local Chambers with Opportunities to Engage Nationally on Critical Education and Workforce IssuesWASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation today announced Beth Rhinehart, President & CEO of the Bristol TN/VA Chamber of Commerce graduated from its premier
Friday, July 16, 2021SHUTTLE EARNS ELITE CERTIFICATION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 16, 2021 Contact: Tania Kohut Marketing & Communications Manager tkohut@acce.org SHUTTLE EARNS ELITE CERTIFICATION Bristol Chamber of Commerce leader part of latest Certified Chamber Executive class Bristol, Tenn. (July 16, 2021) — Amy Shuttle, Bristol Chamber of Commerce, Senior Vice President, has been designated as a Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) by ACCE, the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. ACCE is an association based in Alexandria, Va., that has
Thursday, September 03, 2020Thanking Health Care Heroes in the Tri-Cities: Regions Bank Teams Share the Good
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Monday, June 29, 2020Bristol, Tennessee Receives $500,000 Site Development Grant to Prepare a Pad-Ready Site
Thursday, March 05, 2020Beth Rhinehart Selected for U.S. Chamber Foundation Education and Workforce Fellowship Program
Press ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseMarch 5, 2020Contact:Beth RhinehartPresident & CEOBristol Chamber of Commerce423-989-4850brhinehart@bristolchamber.org Beth Rhinehart Selected for U.S. Chamber Foundation Education and Workforce Fellowship Program Fellowship Provides State and Local Chambers with Opportunities to Engage Nationally on Critical Education and Workforce Issues WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation today
Tuesday, March 28, 2017News Release: 3/22/2017
BRISTOL CHAMBER AWARDED THIRD CONSECUTIVE 5-STAR ACCREDITATIONFROM UNITED STATES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BRISTOL, Tenn. (Wednesday, March 22, 2017) - The United States Chamber of Commerce has once again awarded the Bristol Chamber of Commerce its highest honor – a 5-Star Accreditation, for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community. This is the third consecutive time the Bristol Chamber has been awarded a 5-Star Accreditation, dating back to 2005. Chambers
Tuesday, March 28, 2017BTES AWARDED $500,000 SITE DEVELOPMENT GRANT
BTES AWARDED $500,000 SITE DEVELOPMENT GRANTBristol Tennessee Essential Services (BTES) was awarded $500,000 from Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam as part of the Site Development Grant Program, part of the larger Rural Economic Opportunity Act passed in 2016, helps communities prepare industrial sites for businesses. The grants assist communities in finalizing infrastructure and site improvements for Select Tennessee Certified Sites and sites that will go through the site certification process. The projects
Tuesday, March 28, 2017BRISTOL CHAMBER AWARDED THIRD CONSECUTIVE 5-STAR ACCREDITATION FROM U.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
BRISTOL, Tenn. (Wednesday, March 22) - The United States Chamber of Commerce has once again awarded the Bristol Chamber of Commerce its highest honor – a 5-Star Accreditation, for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community.This is the third consecutive time the Bristol Chamber has been awarded a 5-Star Accreditation, dating back to 2005. Chambers must apply for reaccreditation every five years. The Bristol Chamber is the oldest accredited chamber in
