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Chamber Committees
The Vinita Area Chamber of Commerce has 14 committees who develop programs or events for the betterment of our community. Each member of the Chamber is asked to serve on three of these committees.
Ambassadors
Ambassadors attend ribbon cuttings, grand openings, Business After Hours and plan the annual banquet.
Chairperson: Donna Derosia
Meeting: Monthly
Date: Second Tuesday of each month
Time: Noon
Location: Clanton’s Café
 

Agriculture
The Agriculture Committee plans and organizes the Spring Livestock Show and Premium Sale.
Chairperson: Jim Shelton
Meeting: As needed.

 

Retail Trades
The Retail Trades Committee plans retail promotions, downtown events, the Summer Fest, the Christmas Parade, Bunko Tournament and Annual Sidewalk Sale.
Chairperson: Helen Walker
Meeting: Monthly
Date: First Thursday of each month
Time: 7:30 a.m.
Location: Golden Spike Restaurant

 

Economic Development
This committee develops and implements programs that ensure a healthy business climate and promote economic growth in the Vinita Area.
Chairperson: Eddy Allensworth
Meeting: As needed.

 

Education
The Education Committee meets on an as needed basis to assist the area educational institutions. The committee also helps select the Calf Fry Scholarship winner.
Chairperson: Mike Garde
Meeting: As needed.

 

Legislative Forum
This committee stays informed of legislative issues that may affect area businesses and the community. The group schedules the legislative/candidate forums.
Chairperson: Angela Martin
Meeting: As needed.

 

Membership Development
The membership committee expands and enhances benefits provided to members, while increasing our membership. This committee develops the recruitment and retention program.
Chairperson:
Meeting: As needed.

 

Calf Fry Festival Big Country Weekend
This committee plans and organizes the Annual Calf Fry Festival in conjunction with “Big Country Weekend.”
Calf Fry Chairperson: Deetta Montgomery
Meetings: Monthly (January- September)
Dates: TBA (Usually the second Monday of each month)
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Chamber Office

 

Golf Tournament
This group plans the annual golf tournament held in June.
Chairperson: Dennis Patrick
Meeting: As needed.

 

All Settlers Reunion/Will Rogers Rodeo Parade
This committee plans the annual Rodeo Parade.
Chairperson: Jack Luginbuel
Meeting: As needed.

 

Community Development
This committee is designed to improve the quality of life in Vinita and the surrounding area through specific projects. This group meets as projects are chosen.
Chairperson: Jack Greiner

 

Tourism Committee
Plans the annual campaign, trade shows and activities regarding tourism.
Chairperson:
Meeting: As needed.
Chairperson: Tammie O'Neal

 

Car Show Committee
Plans the annual Route 66 Car Show held the first Saturday in August.
Chairperson: Dennis Patrick
Meeting: As needed.

 

Manufactures Alliance
The Manufactures Alliance serves as a liaison between the community and area industries.
Chairperson: Tim Williams
Meeting: As needed.

 

These committees are open to any Chamber member. If you would like to learn more or would like to become involved in one or more of these committees contact the Vinita Area Chamber of Commerce at 256-7133 or chamber@vinita.com
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