`We`re `big-company capable` - the Gaston Regional Chamber

GA S TO N REGI O N A L CH A M BER N E W S
Vision
FOURTH QUA RT ER | 2014
&
Voice
What's inside:
Business profile:
Sunshine Uniform
Service
PAGE 5
The Chamber
Ribbon Cuttings
PAGE 6-7
Business profile:
West End Hardware
PAGE 8
Business profile:
Process Electronics
Corporation
PAGE 9
‘Common Threads’
book signing
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SUNSHINE UNIFORM SERVICE
601 W. Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia, NC 28052
p 704.864.2621
f 704.854.8723
GastonChamber.com
‘We’re ‘big-company capable’ but still able to
provide small-company, personal service’
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2014. Congratulations to
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Sunshine Uniform Service
In 1949, James Waggoner and his
three brothers decided to sell everything
they had and start a uniform business
armed with nothing more than passion,
energy and good, old-fashioned common
sense. None had any more than a high
school education. They were dirt poor,
but confident and willing to work hard.
What began as a one-truck,
Virginia-based business has evolved
into a Certified HUB (Historically
Underutilized Business) in North
Carolina, still owned by Waggoner’s
wife Mildred and their four daughters:
Joyce Forman, Ruth Waggoner, Jackie
Darken and King’s mother-in-law,
Robert King, center, Director of Corporate Development
Dorothy Hager. Sunshine Uniform
Service is also one of the largest
family-owned uniform companies in the
“We are the only company in the region with this
Southeast.
system,” King said. “We had to sew an RFID chip into
By offering a no-nonsense, personal approach to their
every single garment we own, but now every garment is
customers, the Waggoner brothers expanded the business
uniquely identifiable. We can sort items more effectively
to include locations in South Carolina and Florida before
in the plant; therefore, it allows us to be more effective
the 1958 acquisition of the Gastonia location. Today, the
and accurate for our customers.”
average Sunshine Uniform Company employee has 15
Sunshine Uniform Service continues to operate on a
years’ experience and its customers still appreciate the
different business model, King said. In addition to being
hometown, friendly service they receive.
privately held, the company offers a level of service King
“We’re ‘big-company capable’ but still able to provide
believes is not available anywhere else.
small-company, personal service,” said Robert King,
“We actually have some smaller accounts where our
Director of Corporate Development at Sunshine Uniform
guys
still go pick up money out of the Mason jar on the
Service. King is married to “Pappaw” Waggoner’s
front
porch,” King said. “That ‘screen-door service’ is just
granddaughter, Susan. “We know most of our customers
as important as the service we provide to a company that
on a first-name basis.”
The linen and uniform-services’ business offers a variety employs 3,000 men.”
King was trained in the business by his brother-in-law,
of products, from industrial and executive uniforms to
Danny
Lawrence, the company’s CEO. Lawrence’s wife,
coveralls and lab coats, as well as aprons and napkins.
Paula,
is
corporate controller and Lawrence’s daughter,
There also are custom logo mats and other personalized
Holly
Benfield,
is the company’s HR Director. Along
items available through catalog purchase. Customers
with
family
being
involved in the daily operations of the
have the flexibility to choose from a purchase, lease or
business,
King
also
credits Sunshine’s employees as the
traditional rental option, depending on their company’s
ones
who
hold
together
the solid foundation the company
needs.
rests on after nearly 60 years in the industry.
The company also invests where it makes sense, King
And, of course, he’ll never forget the words of Pappaw
said; conservative in its approach while still remaining on
Waggoner:
the cutting edge of business development. Two years ago
“He always used to say, ‘If you take care of people,
Sunshine Uniform Service fully implemented a SmartChip
you’ll be a successful company,’” King said. “I
RFID sorting system, which now allows the business to
guarantee 100-percent accuracy on deliveries.
wholeheartedly believe that.”
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UPCOMING
EVENTS
Professional
Women’s
Association
Holiday
Luncheon
Please join us for a
special PWA Holiday
Luncheon when we will
celebrate the season!
We also will be collecting
donations for The Shelter
of Gaston County to
help them through the
holidays. Make sure you
bring plenty of business
cards because we will be
networking as well as
celebrating!
Event details
Date: December 3, 2014
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: RODI, 245 W. Garrison
Blvd., Gastonia
Cost: $15 members, $20 nonmembers, includes lunch
RSVP: gastonchamber.com
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UPCOMING EVENTS CONT.
Jumpstart
The Gaston Regional Chamber
held a Ribbon Cutting for E-Corps
Expeditions on August 28,
2014. Located 604 S. Main
Street in Mount Holly, E Corps
Expeditions provides participants
renewal, replenishment and
restoration in nature. This includes
learning opportunities as well as
field trips. They can be contacted
at (704) 601-5083 or visit their
website at www.e-corps.org.
Connecting your business to opportunities
Jumpstart
Have you been a member of the Chamber but
never have gotten plugged in to activities,
worked on committees or found ways to market
your business through us? Are you a brand new
member who is looking for ways to jump right in
and start getting the most of your membership
benefits? Then we encourage you to attend
Jumpstart!
Thank you to lunch sponsor Texas Roadhouse
Event details
Date: December 9, 2014
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Gaston Regional Chamber, 601 W.
Franklin Blvd. Gastonia
Cost: FREE and includes lunch
RSVP: gastonchamber.com
The Gaston Regional Chamber held a
Ribbon Cutting for Loray Mill Lofts,
300 S. Firestone Blvd., Gastonia, on
September 29, 2014. Loray Mill Lofts
is the center of a “live, work, play”
community that will feature both
apartments and commercial space in the
former Loray Mill. They have kept the
historical architecture in the renovation of
the building while incorporating modern
conveniences into the space. Pictured
are Billy Hughes from Loray Mill Lofts
(holding scissors with Lucy Penegar), City
of Gastonia Mayor, County Commissioners,
City Officials, Gaston Regional Chamber
Board Members, Ambassadors and other
guests.
On September 30, the Gaston Regional Chamber
held a Ribbon Cutting for Krispy Krunchy
Chicken/Lucky 7 Food Mart, located at 2230
N. New Hope Road, Gastonia. Krispy Krunchy
Chicken features Cajun style chicken, shrimp,
fish and fixings using only fresh ingredients. It is
located inside the Lucky 7 Food Mart, where you
can get many convenience store items. Pictured
is the owner, Amit Patel (holding scissors) along
with his family, employees, Krispy Krunchy Chicken
representatives, Gaston Regional Chamber Board
Members and Ambassadors.
Let’s Do Lunch
On December 10, join us at Passion Grill, the
perfect place for a business lunch! Whatever you
have a hankering for, Passion Grill has got it! And
with a $5.99 buffet, the price can’t be beat.
Event details
Date: December 10
Time: Lunchtime
Location: Passion Grill, 212 S. New Hope Rd.
Gastonia
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On September 17, the Gaston Regional Chamber
held a Ribbon Cutting at Hive, located at 127
W. Main Avenue, Gastonia. Hive provides supplies
for arts and living, and hosts workshops on
many different topics. Hive can also handle all of
your invitation needs with unique and beautiful
selections! They may be contacted at (704) 8605010, or ww.hivegastonia.com. Pictured is owner
Merryman Cassels (holding scissors) along with her
staff, family, Chamber board members, Chamber
staff and Ambassadors.
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On October 24, the Gaston
Regional Chamber held a Ribbon
Cutting for Car Keys to Go,
located at 480 Gaston Mall Drive,
Gastonia NC (right behind Ulta at
Gaston Mall). Car Keys to Go is a
new business that specializes in all
makes and models of car and truck
keys, including electronic key fobs at
fantastic prices.
Pictured are Ryan Karpinsky
(holding scissors), his family, friends,
co-workers, along with Gaston
Regional Chamber Board Members,
Ambassadors and other members.
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ECONOMIC
FORECAST
On November 21, 2014, the annual Economic
Forecast presented by CaroMont Health was held
at the Gastonia Conference Center. Members
packed the room to hear the 2015 economic
forecast by Stuart G. Hoffman, senior vice
president and chief economist, The PNC Financial
Services Group. Hoffman serves as the principal
spokesperson on all economic issues for PNC and
was recognized as the most accurate forecaster
for 2004 by BusinessWeek and the second most
accurate economic and interest rate forecaster for
2006 by USA Today.
The Gaston Regional Chamber held
a Ribbon Cutting for Carolina
Orthopaedic and Sports
Medicine Center, 2345 Court
Drive, Gastonia, on October 2,
2014. This was to celebrate the
opening of their brand new 29,000
square foot state-of-the-art facility
which provides exceptional bone,
joint and muscle care and includes
on site digital X-ray and physical
therapy. Carolina Orthopaedic can
be reached at 704-865-0077.
On October 3, 2014, the Gaston Regional Chamber
held a Ribbon Cutting for The Woman in Pink
Wig Boutique, located at 315 E. 2nd Avenue,
Gastonia. This is a non-profit organization that
provides wigs to women battling breast cancer.
They also sell wigs, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and other
novelty items to provide funding for their ministry.
The Woman in Pink Wig Boutique can be reached
at (704) 914-8983 or www.thewomaninpink.com.
Pictured in pink shirts and striped jackets are Kim
Beverly (holding scissors), Paige Golding, Deborah
Mull, all with The Woman in Pink; Board Members for
The Woman in Pink, Gaston Regional Chamber staff,
Ambassadors, family and friends.
Highlights from the forecast include:
National Economy
Hoffman remains cautiously optimistic and
positive on the US recovery. He predicts the 2015
GDP will be at 3% due to a consumer powered
economy, the fact that stocks are up, consumer
confidence is at its highest level before the
recession and the decrease in oil and gas prices.
Market
Hoffman predicts the Federal Reserve will stop
buying assets and next summer we will start to
see an increase in interest rates. He continues to
believe that the stock market is the place to be.
Small business will continue to hire. State and
local government are in good financial shape
so there will be an increase in hiring teachers
and public safety staff. Projects, which had been
postponed, will begin in 2015.
The Gaston Regional Chamber held a Ribbon Cutting
for Firehouse Subs, located at 2290 E. Franklin
Blvd, Gastonia, on October 9. They specialize in hot
sub sandwiches made with premium meats and
cheeses, steamed to perfection, then piled high on
a toasted private recipe sub roll. Firehouse Subs
also provides customized catering menu for any size
group.
Local
During the recession this region lost 72,000
jobs and unemployment was at 12.2%. Now,
we have replaced all 72,000 jobs and increased
the job market by 42,000 with unemployment at
6.5%. He forecasts unemployment will be down
to 5% this time next year in this region and that
housing prices will rise 2-3%.
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UPCOMING EVENTS CONT.
Prospects
Pipeline
Connecting business with business
Prospects Pipeline
Prospects Pipeline has a drummed
up lots of participation and helped
members grow their business.
This referral group is dedicated to
expanding business opportunities
for members and assisting each
other in methods that work to grow
their business. On December 11, we
welcome Sheriff Alan Cloninger as
guest speaker. Cloninger has just
been re-elected and will share with
you tools on how to build a large
base of supporters.
Date: December 11
Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Gaston Regional
Chamber, 601. W. Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia
Cost: FREE - members only
RSVP: gastonchamber.com
West End Hardware
In late 2011, Darrell
Krentz stumbled across a
little hardware store after
spending years working as the
Sanctioning Body Director for
the Worldwide Racing Industry.
He was looking to get out of
the fast lane and settle down
by investing in a hometown
business.
He looked to a business
broker for help.
“The guy said, ‘Darrell,
I really think this business
matches your personality
perfectly,’” Krentz remembers.
“When I first saw West End, I
thought, ‘This has me written
all over it!’ It truly was divine
intervention.”
Since then, Krentz has learned
a great deal about the familyoriented community that his
former home in Reno, NV, just
Darrell Krentz, front left, surrounded by West End Hardware team.
couldn’t offer.
“Out west, there are fences
and brick walls between every
II vet who still delivers lawn mowers every day.
house,” Krentz said. “Come here, and fences are almost
Krentz doesn’t take his employees for granted.
an insult to the neighbors.”
“One of my strong suits is that I love people,” Krentz
Krentz realizes that West End Hardware is considered
said. “And I’ve learned over the years that employees
to be a cornerstone in the community and vows to never
tend to exhibit the same personality of the person in
sacrifice customer service as part of his standards of solid charge. So, I surround myself with friendly outgoing
business ownership.
people.”
West End Hardware carries a diverse and everThere are future plans to expand the services West
growing inventory of hardware, including plumbing
End Hardware provides, specifically to include power
supplies, paint, tools, nuts and bolts, chemicals, pest
equipment sales and service, while also making room
control supplies, seed, straw, pine needles, hand tools,
for the inclusion of commercial-grade repair facility. He
furnace filters, nails, rope and chain.
and his crew are excited at what the future holds for the
Its power equipment inventory continues to grow, as
business and its patrons.
well, and includes blowers, trimmers and accessories by
“Our growth has resulted in a significant increase
Stihl, Echo and Snapper. Small engine technicians are
in business,” he said. “We’ve expanded our reach into
also on staff to provide on-site repair.
the market, and what we provide – in our inventory,
There are about nine employees (give or take,
our commercial line of lawn mowers, and through
depending on the season, Krentz said) who can offer
individualized service – keeps customers coming back.
assistance with any project, from mowing the grass to
“They’re looking for service after the sale. And that’s
what we’re going to give them. Smile and all.”
painting a bedroom, including a 92-year-old World War
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Process Electronics Corporation (PEC)
On Brickyard
Road across from
the Mount Holly
Post Office sits
Process Electronics
Corporation (PEC),
a company with
more than 70 years
of experience
designing and
manufacturing
rectifiers for
virtually all
metal finishing
and industrial
applications.
The company’s
DC power supply
systems, previously
carrying the Udylite
brand name and now
known as PEC, have
earned a worldwide
reputation for
quality, efficiency
and dependability.
Don Butler, vice president of Process Electronics Corporation
Vice president
Don Butler, who
manages the
company’s 15
– some have designed products for more than 30 years –
employees, sees a bright future in the metal finishing
who collectively strive toward total customer satisfaction,
industry worldwide.
and respond quickly to all customer requests.
The company ships to Canada, South America and
PEC is also proud to provide the latest and
China, and will design and manufacture the product to
most
proven technology, unparalleled technical
the customer’s specifications, Butler said. One of its
support and quality parts and service. Throughout
largest U.S. customers is Moen, headquartered in Ohio,
the years the company has been granted patents
with offices in Sanford, N.C.
Over the last five decades, Process Electronics
for some of the most important innovations in
Corporation has gained a reputation for providing the
rectifier design and control.
best value in high quality power conversation equipment,
“We service places like Galvin Industries
and proudly shipping more than 90,000 units globally.
in Charlotte (Harrisburg), supply units to Hill
A complete line of air and liquid cooled systems, in
Air Force Base in Utah, and also to the airline
both standard and custom configurations, solve the most
industry,” Butler said. “This industry continues to grow.
demanding customer requirements.
Work that was once farmed out is coming back to the
PEC currently employs three sales representatives,
United States. We are blessed to see it.”
customer-service professionals and in-house engineers
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UPCOMING EVENTS CONT.
Dallas
HIGH
NOON
Dallas area Chamber
of
CommerCe
Dallas High Noon
On December 16, the Dallas Area
Chamber welcomes Ashley Smith
with United Way of Gaston County
as he shares the many options for
holiday giving at Dallas High Noon.
Please note the change in location,
Dallas High Noon will be held in the
Dallas Courthouse, downstairs in the
conference room.
Thank you to program sponsor Mayor
Rick Coleman.
Date: December 16, 2014
Time: 12:00 - 1:30 PM
Location: Dallas Courthouse, 131 N.
Gaston St. Dallas
Cost: $15 members, $20 nonmembers, includes lunch
RSVP: gastonchamber.com
Holiday Business
After Hours
Please join us for an extra special
Business After Hours hosted by Park
Sterling Bank on December 18. This
festive event gives members an
occasion to celebrate the season
together. Come enjoy delicious food
and drink and take some time out
from this busy time of year to spread
some holiday cheer.
Date: December 18, 2014
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Park Sterling Bank,
519 S. New Hope Rd. Gastonia
Cost: FREE
RSVP: gastonchamber.com
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NEW MEMBERS
Alison Cookson
3420 Country Club Dr.
Gastonia, North Carolina 28056
(704) 904-3568
Andrew R. Oblinger, DDS, PA
247 West Catawba Ave.
Mount Holly, NC 28120
(704) 827-0206
drofamilydentist.com
blueharbor bank
5061 Kentwood Dr.
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 214-6422
blueharborbank.com
BP Energy Company
1538 Union Rd. Suite B
Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 869-7954
BrightStar Care
3810 S New Hope Rd., Suite D
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 691-0280
brightstarcare.com/gastonia
Cal Tec Process Management, LLC.
920 Blairhill Rd. Suite B104
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 733-9302
caltecpm.com
Capstone Multifamily Group
257 West Main St.
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 861-6114
livewithcapstone.com
CrossRhodes Chef Shack &
Tavern
103 N. Holland St. Dallas, NC 28034
(704) 922-5425
tavernonthesquare.net
Deveris, LLC
3816 South New Hope Rd. Suite 11
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 879-9492
deveris.com
Car Keys To Go
480 Gaston Mall Dr.
Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 824-1511
Girl Scouts Carolinas
Peaks to Piedmont
250 South New Hope Rd. Gastonia,
North Carolina 28012
(704) 864-3245
girlscoutsp2p.org
Caronet
1960 Cross Beam Dr.; Suite 100
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 643-8330
caro.net
H & M Catering, LLC
119 N. Main St. Mount Holly, NC
28120
(704) 820-8611
h-mcatering.com
James R. Hovis, Jr. CPA, PLLC
303 West Trade St. Dallas, NC 28034
(704) 922-3100
hoviscpa.com
Karyae Park
4227 Linwood Rd.
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 678-2099
Krispy Krunchy Chicken/
Lucky 7 Food Mart
2230 N. New Hope Rd.
Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 609-3047
Merrill Lynch
4500 Cameron Valley Pkwy.
Charlotte, NC 25211
(704) 442-4614
Minnick Law Firm
355 S. New Hope Rd.
Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 323-8485
minicklaw.com
N2 Publishing
(704) 728-5574
Prevent Child Abuse Gaston
(704) 865-8551
Quality Quickly, Inc.
945 3rd Ave. SE Suite 103
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 323-8339
qualityquickly.com
Riverview Raw Bar & Chill
10012 Moores Chapel Loop
Charlotte, NC 28214
(704) 392-7920
riverviewrawbar.com
Spirit Communications
8720 Red Oak Blvd. Suite 227
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 206-1300
spiritcom.com
St. John’s Outreach Center
1282 Bradford Heights Rd.
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 864-6222
Talley’s Florist, Inc.
245 W. Garrison Blvd. Suite C
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 865-1234
talleysflorist.com
The Junior Assembly of
Gastonia
2912 Grampian Dr.
Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 718-3974
juniorassemblyofgastonia.com
The Woman In Pink Wig
Boutique
315 E. 2nd Ave.
Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 914-8983
thewomaninpink.com
Gaston Regional Chamber
presents
By
Sarah Park Rankin
Celebrate a century of life and work
in Gastonia and Gaston County with a
journey through yesterday, today and
tomorrow.
This truly extraordinary new book showcases the first decades of the twentieth
century, a special period in the history of Gastonia and Gaston County. A model
of the boundless energy and optimism of the era, Gastonia served as a perfect
example of a New South town.
Representing both the New South’s opportunities and challenges, Gastonia
and other Gaston County towns created community amidst the whirlwind of
history. With period photographs and lively writing, Sarah Park Rankin brings
these early decades of the early twentieth century to life in a revealing portrait of
bustling communities bursting with possibility.
Cost: $39.95 + tax
Available at Gaston Regional Chamber, 601 w. Franklin Blvd.
or onlne at gastonchamber.com
Common Threads
On November 20, 2014, the Chamber
hosted a Book Signing Event at Loray
Mill Lofts for “Common Threads,”
written by local resident Sarah Park
Rankin. This truly extraordinary new
book showcases the first decades of
the twentieth century, a special period
in the history of Gastonia and Gaston
County. Rankin’s painstaking research
and perceptive prose illuminate some of
the interesting characters and vanished
landscapes that have created the
Gastonia and Gaston County of today.
Drawing on the incredible collection
of local archivist Allen Millican, as well
as the archives of the Gaston Regional
Chamber, Rankin also chose evocative
photos, which provide a unique window
into yesterday and a new appreciation
for today. They are a perfect touchstone
for family discussions and contribute to
a better understanding of what life was
“Common Threads” author, Sarah
Park Rankin with Allen Millican,
Millican Pictorial History Museum
(millicanpictorialhistorymuseum.com)
like “back in the day.”
Books maybe be purchased at the
Chamber for $39.95+tax, or online at
gastonchamber.com.
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Salute to Business and Manufacturing Awards
The 12th annual Salute to Business and
Manufacturing Awards & Gala, presented
by CaroMont Health, took place on October
16, 2014, at the Matthews Belk Cannon
Environmental Studies Center at the Schiele
Museum. This event recognized the business
and community contributions and leadership
of Thomas C. Watson, Jr. and CaroMont
Health. Tom Watson also received the Order
of the Long Leaf Pine, which was presented
to him by Johnathan Rhyne.
Thank you to all who attended and a
special thank you to Award and Table
sponsors for supporting this event!
Presenting Sponsor
CaroMont Health
Reception Sponsor
Park Sterling Bank
Coffee BarSponsor
GSM Services
Spirit of the Carolinas
Award Sponsor
A. B. Carter, Inc.
Spirit of the Economy Award
Sponsor
Summit Eye Associates
Table Sponsors
American & Efird, LLC
Carolina Brush Company / Carolina Trust
Bank
CaroMont Health
David Belk Cannon Foundation
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC
Gaston College
Gaston County Government
PNC Bank
PSNC Energy
Standard Distributors
Watson Insurance
Wells Fargo Bank, NA
WIX Global Filtration
A special thank you
to the Schiele Museum
Spirit of the Carolinas recipient, Tom Watson with
Tom Efird (L) and Rick Houser(R).
Doug Luckett accepted the Spirit of the Economy Award on
behalf of CaroMont Health. Pictured left to right: Bob Clay,
Doug Luckett, Kim Price, Dr. Ann Hoscheit and Rick Houser.
Salute attendees from left to right: Mary Frances
Forrester, Doug Luckett, Mr. & Mrs. Rick Craig.
From left to right: John Lowery, Malinda Lowery, Karen
Blalock, Robert Blalock, Angela Davis and Joe Davis.
Past Spirit of the Carolinas recipients with Tom Watson as he receives the Order of the Long
Leaf Pine. Pictured left to right are: Robert Blalock, Fred Jackson, Tom Efird and Tom Watson.
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Gaston Regional Chamber • Fourth Quarter • 2014
Explore
Gaston
Explore Gaston is the Gaston Regional
Chamber’s membership directory as well as
a snapshot of life in Gaston County that is
valuable to residents as well as business
owners and leaders.
Explore Gaston is distributed to the entire
Chamber membership and is also given to
new members and business leaders
throughout the year.
www.GastonChamber.com
2014
List of
December events:

Professional Women’s
Holiday Luncheon
December 3
11:30 AM at RODI
Jumpstart
December 9
11:30 AM at Gaston
Regional Chamber
EXPLORE GASTON
GASTON COUNTY, NORTH CAROLIN
A
Let’s Do Lunch
December 10
Noon at Passion Grill
Prospects Pipeline
December 11
3:30 PM at Gaston
Regional Chamber
CALL NOW to reserve your company’s position in this directory.
Your ad will reach a huge audience of local companies and business professionals
who use this directory throughout the year. It’s the perfect Business-to-Business environment to promote your brand and elevate your profile at an affordable investment. The final
space reservation deadline is December 19.
Dallas High Noon
December 16
Noon at Dallas
Courthouse
Holiday Business
After Hours
December 18
5:30 PM at
Park Sterling Bank
Mary Craft
704-869-1754
MCraft@gastongazette.com
50143
Business Development Specialist
1893 Remount Road, Gastonia, NC