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Robinson Construction 6th Annual Chip in for Charity Golf Tournament

By Chamber Member | July 10, 2024

We are pleased to announce the 6th Annual Robinson Construction Chip in for Charity Golf Tournament. The tournament will take place on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Cape Girardeau Country Club in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. We are excited for this event and to help organizations within our community. This is an annual golf tournament…

Morgan Mandernach Promoted to MRV Banks Commercial Loan Officer

By Chamber Member | July 10, 2024

MRV Banks is proud to announce the promotion of Morgan Mandernach to the position of Commercial Loan Officer. Morgan, who has been with MRV Banks for five years, has demonstrated exceptional dedication, expertise, and commitment to providing outstanding service to our clients. In her new role, Morgan will be responsible for managing and expanding commercial…

SBDC offers Zoom Workshop Opportunities for Business

By rgilligan_robgilligan | July 8, 2024

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides free consulting and low-cost training to small businesses across the United States, helping entrepreneurs with business planning, financial analysis, and marketing strategies to foster growth and success. It’s a valuable resource network supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration and local universities to empower small business owners with…

Women in Entrepreneurship

By Chamber Member | July 1, 2024

Empower your journey. Connect, Collaborate, Conquer. Presented by Will the Dreamer. Join our free Q&A Seminar for Women in Entrepreneurship! Gain valuable tools and motivation to achieve your goals, whether you’re starting out or expanding. Featuring three successful female entrepreneurs, moderated by Wilfred Lee. Bring: Water, pen, and paper. RSVP: Scan QR code Capacity: 45…

Independence Day, Freedom, and Entrepreneurship

By rgilligan_robgilligan | July 1, 2024

This Thursday marks the 248th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, a document and message that set our nation on a new course. While many of us plan to enjoy a holiday from work to celebrate our nation’s freedom, now is a great time to think about how entrepreneurship could be a path…

Irish Splendors Travel Presentation

By Chamber Member | June 26, 2024

Is Ireland on your bucket list? We have a great travel option for you! Come learn more about this Great trip on August 22, 2024 @ 5:30PM at St. Francis Medical Center. To RSVP or for more information call/text 573-651-0088 or email shari@gofirstclasstravel.com

Float to Feed Southeast Missouri

By Chamber Member | June 26, 2024

The second annual Float to Feed Southeast Missouri will be Saturday, July 13! The Landing in Van Buren will donate 10 percent of all rentals that day to Southeast Missouri Food Bank. So load up the family and friends, pack a cooler and spend a lazy day floating Current River — and help our neighbors…

A new opportunity to Bounce your Big Idea

By rgilligan_robgilligan | June 24, 2024

Have you ever encountered a problem or an issue at work and thought there should be a technical solution to this problem? Do you have ideas for an application or technical concept that could be a business but don’t know where to start? Your next opportunity to work through the problem and create a solution…

Preserving History while Modernizing for the Future

By rgilligan_robgilligan | June 17, 2024

Last Thursday, I had the opportunity to join a couple hundred other guests at the Grand Opening of the Buckner Ragsdale Event Center (BREC) in downtown Cape Girardeau. A long shuttered and underused property now has a new opportunity to benefit the community and region, while highlighting the economic impact that preservation can have. Constructed…

Brandon Bruner Promoted to Commercial Loan Officer at MRV Banks

By Chamber Member | June 13, 2024

MRV Banks is proud to announce the promotion of Brandon Bruner to the position of Commercial Loan Officer. In his new role, Brandon will be responsible for managing commercial lending activities, cultivating relationships with business clients, and facilitating financial solutions tailored to their unique needs. Brandon Bruner brings a wealth of experience and expertise to…