ALEXANDRIA, Va. – February 22, 2010 — The American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) today announced the publication of a new study detailing the credit scores and payment behavior of ten local chambers of commerce across the United States, comparing their member businesses with other regional, state and national business averages.  Produced by Cortera™, a community-driven business credit bureau, on behalf of ACCE, the study includes the Bowling Green (KY) Area Chamber of Commerce, Greater Boca Raton (FL) Chamber of Commerce, Greater Durham (NC) Chamber of Commerce, Greater Omaha (NE) Chamber of Commerce, Helena (MT) Area Chamber of Commerce, Lake Champlain (VT) Regional Chamber of Commerce, Lubbock (TX) Chamber of Commerce, Salem (OR) Area Chamber of Commerce, San Diego (CA) Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Tulsa (OK) Metro Chamber.  According to the study, chamber of commerce members possess an average credit score of 629, compared to a 557 average score for businesses at large.  Such scores – the payment behavior from which they are derived — play a significant role in attracting lines of credit and securing favorable terms from lenders and suppliers. 

A complete copy of the study, which includes both the aggregate findings, as well as the individual commercial credit scores for each of the ten local chambers, is available on the ACCE and Cortera sites.  The study was contracted by ACCE and performed by Cortera, which reviewed payment behavior for chamber member businesses. 

“Chamber members have long been seen as responsible and reliable members of their community,” said Mick Fleming, president and CEO of ACCE.  “What this study indicates is that the perception is right.  From a credit standpoint, chamber members on average are better businesses, and as a result they have significant advantages in obtaining the funds they need.  In this economy and the tight credit environment we are experiencing, that’s especially important.”

“The economic health of the entire supply chain is dependent on the payment behavior of each of its stakeholders,” said Jim Swift, president and CEO of Cortera. “This study suggests that chamber members are among the most dependable participants in this ecosystem.”

About the American Chamber of Commerce Executives
Established in 1914, ACCE is the only national association serving the professional development needs of chamber professionals throughout the United States and Canada. Representing more than 7,300 individuals, ACCE enhances the knowledge, leadership skills, and management effectiveness of chamber executives and their staff through education, benefits programs, trend analysis, benchmarking, and network development. ACCE promotes the highest standards of professional excellence and integrity within the chamber profession.

When the needs of our community are at their greastest, Ossian State Bank is lending a helping hand with a donation of $4,000 to the Wells County Food Bank.  Pictured are Jody Brodie representing Ossian State Bank and some of the food bank volunteers Corrine Phillips, Kay Steele, Ervin Moser, Lou Scott, Linda Johnson, Connie Kaehr,  and Jody Pfister.  “We are blessed we have a wonderful, giving community,” said Wells County Food Bank representative Connie Kaehr.  The food bank serves on the average of 275 families a month with more expected.  Both monetary and food donations will be accepted at the food bank located at 1254 S. Main Street in Bluffton.  (Photo by Cynthia Dahn)

Wednesday, December 2, 2009
7:30 a.m.

Click here for more information -

Well County Foundation Before Hours Event

Alexin LLC has beem named as an Indiana Companies to Watch award winner. This year Indiana Companies to Watch attracted 440 nominees, and 106 companies were selected as finalists. Alexin prevailed along with forty-nine others to receive the distinction of being named as one of the 50 Indiana Companies to Watch of 2009.

Click link below for more information.

Community Development Corporation Newsletter

Neoti sponsored three cars in the 93rd Indianapolis 500.

Neoti sponsored three cars in the 93^rd running of the Indianapolis 500. Neoti’s sponsorship in this worldwide event is the first major step the digital signage firm is taking in moving onto the national platform. “Products like the Nomad have received national attention and require a national presence,” said Justin Clupper, Marketing Director for Neoti.

When the opportunity presented itself to become a sponsor for the three cars, Neoti president Derek Myers was eager to sponsor since he is an avid racing fan. “I’ve always enjoyed everything about the Indianapolis 500 and with so much business being done at the race, I knew it was a great opportunity for us to bring Neoti into the national spotlight,” said Myers.

Office One Solutions

Scott Moser

127 E. Oak Forest Drive

Bluffton, IN 260-424-1212

Office Equipment Sales & Service

G & R Sales & Service

Gary Fausz

11044 N. Marzane Rd.

Markle, IN 260-638-4903

Lawn Mowers Sales & Service

Pages & Stuff, Inc.

Pam Gregory

2570 E 700 S

Bluffton, IN 260-820-3120

Graphic Design

Jericho Advanced Training Center for Ministry

Dana Hoopingarner

1935 N. Main St.

Bluffton, IN 260-353-1340

Education

Congratulations to the 2009 Graduating Class of the Wells County Leadership Academy!

The 20 individuals that participated in the inaugural Wells County Leadership
Academy are truly the upcoming stars in our community. This program
developed and enhanced skills in leadership that will have far reaching
impact on our community. These new and bettered trained “Servant
Leaders” will be an asset to not only their employers but also to many nonprofit
organizations and projects in our community….helping us to have an
even better place to live, work and do business. I was privileged to join
this group and really want to emphasize the depth of the curriculum both
professionally and personally.

]]> http://www.wellscoc.com/NewsEvents/news/leadership-academy-graduates/feed/ 0