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Indianola Chamber of Commerce Announces Annual Chamber Celebration: A Night of Fun, Connecting, and Recognizing the Best
Indianola Chamber of Commerce Announces Annual Chamber Celebration: A Night of Fun, Connecting, and Recognizing the Best
Indianola, [January 4, 2023] — The Indianola Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to invite the community to “Shine On”, the Indianola Chamber Annual Celebration. The night of festivities, networking, and recognition will be held Friday, January 19th, from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Simpson College’s Hubbell Hall.
"This event is not just about celebrating achievements; it's about celebrating each other and the spirit of our community. We hope that you can join us for the fun!" said Amanda Zwanziger, President & CEO of the Indianola Chamber of Commerce.
Event Highlights:
Attendees can look forward to a fun and casual VIP experience filled with surprises, delicious dinner and drinks, networking opportunities, and an evening of celebration and dancing. This year's event promises a unique and memorable experience with the addition of ASEDJ's 3D lighted dance floor, 360-degree photo booth, a DJ and more. Whether you prefer cocktail attire or denim chic, you are invited to come dance the night away.
Nominate Outstanding Achievements:
The Chamber is currently accepting nominations for its annual awards, which now include two new award categories. People are encouraged to submit their nominations by January 8th to highlight the remarkable accomplishments within the community. Nomination details and submissions can be completed at www.indianolachamber.com/annualdinner.
- Business Excellence Award: This award celebrates a Chamber business that has demonstrated remarkable growth or enhanced profitability through innovation in business practices, a superior customer service philosophy, or significant improvement to their commercial property.
- New Business of the Year Award: The New Business of the Year Award recognizes a recently established Chamber business that has shown exceptional achievements and positive impact since its inception. This award celebrates innovation, community engagement, and notable contributions to the Indianola business landscape.
- Distinguished Chamber Leader Award: Presented to an individual who has shown significant and notable contributions and leadership to the Indianola Chamber of Commerce and/or the Indianola community. The recipient of this award embodies excellence, creativity, and initiative in their business or profession, providing valuable service by devoting time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community.
- Employer of the Year Award: The Employer of the Year Award honors an outstanding Chamber organization that has demonstrated excellence in employee development, community engagement, innovation in workplace practices, and a commitment to creating a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Employee of the Year Award: Acknowledging an individual of a Chamber organization who has demonstrated outstanding dedication, leadership, and contributions within their role, positively impacting both their workplace and the Indianola community.
- Educator of the Year Award: This award recognizes an outstanding educator who has demonstrated exceptional commitment, innovation in teaching methods, impact on learners, community involvement, collaboration and leadership in education, and a positive influence on education.
- Volunteer of the Year Award: Celebrating an individual who has demonstrated exceptional commitment, dedication, and contributions as a volunteer, making a significant impact on the Indianola community through their selfless service.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, January 19th
Time: 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Hubbell Hall
How to Get Involved:
For more information, to sign up for sponsorships, or to nominate for awards, please visit the Chamber's website www.indianolachamber.com/annualdinner.
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President’s Message to Indianola Chamber Investors Your investment in the Indianola Chamber of Commerce is so much more than a membership. It’s a partnership that strengthens our community, supports local businesses, and drives meaningful progress for everyone. Thanks to your support, we’ve accomplished incredible things together this past year. Some of our 2024 highlights include: New Businesses: Celebrated 25 new businesses opening their doors in Indianola. New Members: Welcomed 53 businesses to our Chamber community. Member Promotions: Successfully promoted Chamber member news and 543 member events, with a reach of over 300,000 on social media channels and an open rate of over 50% open rate in Chamber in communications. Impactful Events: Hosted events that brought members together and showcased the vibrancy of our community. Main Street Designation: Helped lead the charge to be one of two communities to earn the Main Street designation from the Iowa Economic Development Authority. Tourism Launch: Welcomed visitors to Indianola through enhanced tourism marketing and our Experience Indianola campaigns, showcasing the best our community has to offer, including hosting bus tour visitors from multiple states that made a $50,000+ impact. RAGBRAI: Spearheaded efforts to bring over 20,000 RAGBRAI riders to the front door of our downtown business community. Advocacy: Advocated for local businesses by driving initiatives that support growth, visibility, and collaboration. Economic Growth: Provided support to developers who are bringing to Indianola over 500 housing units, commercial development, and attractions that will drive significant economic growth. These achievements are a direct reflection of the investment you have made in the Chamber’s work. Your support matters. It fuels everything we do. Here’s what’s new and exciting for 2025: Major Event Twist: We’re turning Summer Nights Live into something extraordinary— the Dad’s Rock Festival, taking place over Father’s Day weekend! With great band acts, fun experiences, and unique activities like a BBQ competition, Iowa's largest man cave, and more, we expect to draw visitors from all over. This is an incredible opportunity to bring a crowd and for your business to be part of this exciting event. Celebrating the Best of Indianola: At our Annual Chamber Celebration, in addition to a fun awards show recognizing 2024 award winners, we’ve added the Taste of Indianola, a unique experience and competition where a restaurant will be recognized as The Best of Indianola for 2025. This is a fantastic chance to experience the local culinary scene while celebrating our Chamber community. New Digital Marketing Summit: We will continue our popular Business Series events with the addition of a new Digital Marketing Summit. This educational event will help businesses stay ahead in an ever-evolving digital landscape and provide valuable insights for growing their online presence. Expanded Advertising Options: New this year, we’re offering enhanced advertising opportunities to include your brand in some of our most highly visible communications. This is a fantastic way to stay top of mind with Chamber members and the community. Tourism Packages: Through the Experience Indianola website and campaigns, your business or organization can shine in front of visitors and locals alike. 100% of the proceeds of the tourism packages will go towards advertising our community. If you are a tourism-friendly business or organization, we look forward to connecting with you to discuss the year ahead and ensure you have every opportunity to participate in this exciting initiative. Enhanced Investor Membership Levels: We’ve added even more value to our investor memberships, with additional advertising, social media promotions, and tourism marketing opportunities. These enhancements are packed with ways to help your business stand out. Be sure to explore our new 2025 Membership, Marketing & Sponsorship packet for information on how you can leverage the Indianola Chamber in 2025. The packet can be found HERE . Thank you for being an essential part of our Chamber family. We’re excited to make 2025 our most impactful year yet—with your partnership leading the way. Enjoy your holidays with your family and Happy New Year! Warm regards, Amanda Zwanziger Amanda Zwanziger President & CEO Indianola Chamber of Commerce 515-961-6269 amanda@indianolachamber.com
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