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Is Starting a Business Right for You? SCORE virtual workshop   Session 1: Start-Up Basics – FREE SCORE Virtual Charlotte Workshop  This introductory workshop focuses on the Business Start-Up Basics of testing your business idea and identifying the key factors that in......More

Is Starting a Business Right for You? SCORE virtual workshop   Session 1: Start-Up Basics – FREE SCORE Virtual Charlotte Workshop  This introductory workshop focuses on the Business Start-Up Basics of testing your business idea and identifying the key factors that influence start-up success. The Business Start-Up Basics Virtual Workshop provides you with an overview of the skills and tools you need when deciding to start a business.  In this session, you learn about the advantages and disadvantages of owning a business, the most profitable form for your business, and the fundamentals of formation, organization, marketing, cash flow and funding sources. Presented by SCORE Charlotte Certified Mentors at no cost to you.    TO REGISTER, GO TO https://www.score.org/charlotte/local-workshops    

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OSHA Update - Environmental Health and Safety Breakfast

  Join YOUR Union County Chamber as we invite Travis Vance, Partner at Fisher Phillips to share at this year's OSHA Update Environmental Health and Safety Breakfast. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) remains aggressive in its enforcement effo......More

  Join YOUR Union County Chamber as we invite Travis Vance, Partner at Fisher Phillips to share at this year's OSHA Update Environmental Health and Safety Breakfast. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) remains aggressive in its enforcement efforts. In this session, we will review recent developments including OSHA's new rule regarding union representatives accompanying an OSHA inspector during a facility walk around, what OSHA's new electronic recordkeeping rule means for employers, and other related workplace safety topics. This interactive and comprehensive presentation offers attendees an in-depth, practical examination of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (the "Act") and how it, and the Secretary of Labor's right to enforce the Act, may potentially affect your business. Throughout the presentation, attendees will be provided practical, "real world" information regarding the various legal aspects of the Act, including references to many actual scenarios under which citations under the Act have been issued. Education regarding the Secretary of Labor's right to issue the various types of citations will be a focus; specifically, attendees will learn the ramifications that may result from the payment of citations (e.g., repeat and willful citations), even after settlement negotiations with the Secretary of Labor have taken place. After the presentation, attendees will: Know how to prepare for an OSHA inspection; Know your rights if and when OSHA arrives; Understand the ramifications of issues, including matters relating to employee testimony, arising during an OSHA inspection and litigation; and Have a greater understanding of the interplay of OSHA with other types of laws and litigation. Travis Vance is dedicated to responsive client service and forming a partnership with companies to help tackle their most difficult and high-profile issues.  Having gained a reputation as a professional and aggressive advocate for his clients, Travis has emerged as a thought leader in the field of workplace safety. His writing and interviews are followed closely by experts in the safety arena and have been featured in premiere publications such as Inc., Bloomberg Law, Business Insurance, The Washington Post, EHS Today, and the Wall Street Journal.  Travis is a partner in the firm's Charlotte office and co-chair of the firm's Workplace Safety and Catastrophe Management Practice Group. He has tried matters across several industries and various subject matters, including employment litigation, business disputes and matters prosecuted by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). He uses unique or outside-the-box approaches to counsel employers and owners on all aspects of employment law and the development of preventive policies and procedures to avoid employment and workplace safety-related claims. Travis handles litigation in both federal and state courts as well as claims pending with state and federal agencies including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), MSHA, OSHA, and the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL). Travis is a member of the firm's COVID-19 Taskforce, a cross-disciplinary team of attorneys dedicated to advising employers on the many workplace law aspects of the global coronavirus pandemic. Travis has assisted over 500 companies during the pandemic and remains committed to serving companies to protect the safety and health of their employees. He has received over 40 requests to speak on topics concerning the pandemic. Known for his dynamic and engaging speaking style, Travis receives several requests each year to speak on safety related topics throughout the country. His popular interactive presentation entitled "What to Do When OSHA Knocks," which walks attendees through an OSHA inspection, with the audience steering the direction of the presentation as it responds to several questions presented throughout the talk, is frequently requested and has received numerous exceptional reviews. 

Union County Chamber 903 Skyway Dr. Monroe, NC 28110

Milk and Honey Medspa - Grand Opening

You're Invited to Milk and Honey's Medspa Grand Opening!   Thursday, August 21st, 2025 1:00 p.m.  Join the Chamber in celebrating the grand opening of Milk and Honey Medspa. This new Medspa offers a variety of services including skin treatments, Botox, fill......More

You're Invited to Milk and Honey's Medspa Grand Opening!   Thursday, August 21st, 2025 1:00 p.m.  Join the Chamber in celebrating the grand opening of Milk and Honey Medspa. This new Medspa offers a variety of services including skin treatments, Botox, fillers, facials, microneedling, hair-loss treatments, weight loss programs, hormone replacement therapy, peptides, IV hydration, and laser treatments. Guests can enjoy light refreshments, take home sample baggies with product information, and be part of a special ribbon cutting to mark the occasion.  

1968 Wellness Blvd Monroe, NC 28110

AM Power Networking

Join YOUR Chamber for this in-person networking event called AM Power Networking. This is a special opportunity for our members to build relationships with each other.  NO program -- just networking, so bring plenty of business cards and be ready to meet other b......More

Join YOUR Chamber for this in-person networking event called AM Power Networking. This is a special opportunity for our members to build relationships with each other.  NO program -- just networking, so bring plenty of business cards and be ready to meet other business leaders in our community. *By registering for this event, you agree to have your email shared with the other Chamber-member attendees. After the event, the list of attendee contact information including email addresses will be sent to Chamber-member attendees only. *

4218 Waxhaw-Marvin Rd Waxhaw, NC 28173

Public Policy Luncheon- State of Union County

Join us for lunch as Brian Matthews, the Union County Manager, provides an insightful update on the state of the county, highlighting current initiatives and future plans. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and engage with key local developments. In additi......More

Join us for lunch as Brian Matthews, the Union County Manager, provides an insightful update on the state of the county, highlighting current initiatives and future plans. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and engage with key local developments. In addition to hearing from the county manager, attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions and join the discussion. Brian Matthews has been County Manager since March 6, 2023. Matthews served as Interim County Manager from December 2022 to his appointment in March 2023, and previously served as Assistant County Manager since February 5, 2019.  Matthews has more than 25 years of experience in local government with a background in administration, as well as Planning and Zoning. He has lived and worked in Union County for more than 20 years. He spent 12 years as the Town Manager for the Town of Stallings in Union County before taking a role as the Executive Director of Growth Management for Union County, prior to moving to the Management Team.  Matthews has a Bachelor of Arts Degree and a Master of Arts Degree in Geography from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He received a certification in planning from the American Institute of Certified Planners in 1999. He is a native North Carolinian, originally from Rocky Mount, North Carolina.  

Union County Agricultural Center 3230-D, Presson Rd. Monroe, NC 28112

Union County Human Resources (SHRM) Luncheon

UCHRA - Union County SHRM Chapter  Luncheons.  Join us for an excellent meal and learn from fellow HR Professionals and business partners.  The website will have more specifics on the program, speakers, sponsors and HR credits available.  Go to ......More

UCHRA - Union County SHRM Chapter  Luncheons.  Join us for an excellent meal and learn from fellow HR Professionals and business partners.  The website will have more specifics on the program, speakers, sponsors and HR credits available.  Go to www.uc-hra.org - click on Events/Programs to register for the luncheon.  The Union County Chamber office does not handle registrations for this group.  

WIB Connections

It's back by popular demand!! The ever-popular WIB Trivia Night is scheduled for September 4 at Elegance Unveiled in Lake Park.  Start studying now, and think about who you want on your team. Join us for appetizers, adult beverages and a fun night of connecting and f......More

It's back by popular demand!! The ever-popular WIB Trivia Night is scheduled for September 4 at Elegance Unveiled in Lake Park.  Start studying now, and think about who you want on your team. Join us for appetizers, adult beverages and a fun night of connecting and friendly competition. Prizes awarded for the winning team.  The Women in Business Program is dedicated to fostering a supportive and empowering environment for women professionals by encouraging connections, sharing insights, and providing opportunities for growth. Our mission is to create a dynamic and inclusive community where women in business can thrive by connecting, collaborating, and learning from one another.

Elegance Unveiled 3808 Meeting St Indian Trail, NC 28079

Women in Business Connections

Join Us for Women in Business Connections This event is exclusively for members of the Union County Chamber Women in Business Program.  If you are interested in joining this group, please reach out to [email protected] or call 704-289-4567. 

Elegance Unveiled 3808 Meeting St Indian Trail, NC 28079

SPANISH FOR FUN! - Waxhaw Grand Opening

You're Invited to SPANISH FOR FUN! - Waxhaw  Grand Opening!   Friday, September 5th, 2025 3 p.m.  SPANISH FOR FUN! is excited to welcome the Marvin community to its newest location. With over 20 years of experience and four established centers in the Rale......More

You're Invited to SPANISH FOR FUN! - Waxhaw  Grand Opening!   Friday, September 5th, 2025 3 p.m.  SPANISH FOR FUN! is excited to welcome the Marvin community to its newest location. With over 20 years of experience and four established centers in the Raleigh area, the organization brings a unique blend of Spanish immersion, international curriculum, and North Carolina’s Creative Curriculum to early childhood education. Guests will have the opportunity to tour the new center, meet the team, and learn more about their Spanish immersion preschool and childcare services. The event will feature light refreshments, goodie bags for kids, pens, stickers, and more! This family-friendly celebration is a great way to connect with a growing educational community in Marvin!

9917 Rea Rd Marvin, NC 28173

2025 Leadership Summit

  Join fellow business leaders and public officials for a high-impact Leadership Summit designed to spark collaborative solutions to the complex challenges facing our region. Through a dynamic and fast-paced session, participants will be introduced to a practical fra......More

  Join fellow business leaders and public officials for a high-impact Leadership Summit designed to spark collaborative solutions to the complex challenges facing our region. Through a dynamic and fast-paced session, participants will be introduced to a practical framework for stakeholder engagement, gain insight into common approaches to problem-solving, and explore what truly drives sustainable long-term change. This event is more than a conversation. It is a launchpad for aligned action. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with peers in focused breakout discussions, strengthen cross-sector partnerships, and walk away with clear strategies to help position your organization as a leader in building a stronger and more connected community. Ideal for executives, HR professionals, government officials, educators, and changemakers of all kinds, this four-hour experience is designed to inspire momentum and equip you for system-level impact.   8:15 a.m. Doors Open & Networking 8:45 a.m. Welcome & Opening Remarks 8:55 a.m. Keynote Presentation #1 9:45 a.m. Discussion Session #1 (includes instructions & report out) 10:30 a.m. Break 10:40 a.m. Keynote Presentation #2 11:35 a.m. Discussion Session #2 (includes instructions & report out) 12:15 p.m. Closing Remarks Dakota Pawlicki is the Director of Talent Hubs with CivicLab.  In this role, he serves exemplary cross-sector partnerships focused on postsecondary attainment that have met rigorous standards for partnership health, equity, and systems change.  He brings his expertise in postsecondary education, collective impact, stakeholder engagement, and change management to a network of nearly 100 partnerships, supporting their efforts to improve the human condition.  Dakota also hosts Lumina Foundation's podcast Today's Students, Tomorrow's Talent, which features conversations with newsmakers and leaders in the field of learning after high school.    Prior to this role, Dakota was a strategy officer with Lumina Foundation, a senior district administrator at Chicago Public Schools, founder and executive director of a teacher preparation nonprofit, university program administrator, and music teacher.  He holds degrees in education and public administration, and lives with his wife Dr. Colleen Pawlicki and dog Otis in Indianapolis.    

Union County Agricultural Center 3230-D Presson Rd. Monroe, NC 28112

Simple Steps for Starting Your Business #1 -

Is Starting a Business Right for You? SCORE virtual workshop   Session 1: Start-Up Basics – FREE SCORE Virtual Charlotte Workshop  This introductory workshop focuses on the Business Start-Up Basics of testing your business idea and identifying the key factors that in......More

Is Starting a Business Right for You? SCORE virtual workshop   Session 1: Start-Up Basics – FREE SCORE Virtual Charlotte Workshop  This introductory workshop focuses on the Business Start-Up Basics of testing your business idea and identifying the key factors that influence start-up success. The Business Start-Up Basics Virtual Workshop provides you with an overview of the skills and tools you need when deciding to start a business.  In this session, you learn about the advantages and disadvantages of owning a business, the most profitable form for your business, and the fundamentals of formation, organization, marketing, cash flow and funding sources. Presented by SCORE Charlotte Certified Mentors at no cost to you.    TO REGISTER, GO TO https://www.score.org/charlotte/local-workshops    

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