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Ames Chamber of Commerce Announces New Client Services Coordinator

3/13/2020

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The Ames Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Melissa Gillen to the Chamber team as Client Services Coordinator.

“We are excited that Melissa has joined us as Client Services Coordinator,” says Dan Culhane, President and CEO of the Ames Chamber of Commerce. “Her previous work experience will make her a great addition to our team.”

In her positon as Client Services Coordinator, Gillen will oversee all front desk operations, coordinate office meeting space, membership referrals, event registration and relocation packet information.

“I am honored to be a part of the Ames Chamber team and work with members of the community,” says Gillen.
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Gillen, originally from Ames has previous experience in reception and customer service. Gillen began her position on February 24 and can be contacted at melissa@ameschamber.com.
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Ames Chamber of Commerce Announces Cybersecurity Town Hall Event

3/2/2020

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The Ames Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the creation of a new event: Cybersecurity Town Hall presented by PC Matic.

This luncheon event on April 2, 2020, features a panel of cybersecurity experts addressing issues facing IT professionals today.  Attendees will have an opportunity to build a network of other IT professionals as well as have access to local programs and resources available to address these needs in our community. 

“We’re excited to announce this great event,” said Dan Culhane, President and CEO of the Ames Chamber of Commerce. “After surveying our membership last year, we recognized cybersecurity as a growing need among the business community. Our hope is to help connect these professionals together and provide them a space to further develop their skills and resources.”

This event was designed for professionals in a technology role in the Story County area, from large companies who focus in technology, to small businesses who have one person serving as an IT employee, and everything in between.
The Cybersecurity Town Hall will be held on Thursday, April 2 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at Green Hills Community Center (2205 Green Hills Drive, Ames). Tickets are $15 for Chamber members and $25 for the General Public. Employees of members qualify for the member discount. Members are asked to log in to their Member Portal on www.AmesChamber.com to register.
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For more information or to register, call 515-232-2310 or visit www.AmesChamber.com.
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304 Main St.
Ames, Iowa 50010
Phone: (515) 232-2310
About the Ames Chamber
Centrally and conveniently located in the heart of the Midwest and Iowa, Ames is known for its healthy, stable economy, flourishing cultural environment, and the world-renowned Iowa State University.
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With over 700 members, the Ames Chamber of Commerce strives to make Ames a better place to live, work, and do business by strengthening the economic vitality and the quality of life in the Ames community.
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