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Elect Connect is the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce’s nonpartisan candidate engagement series, designed to connect the business community and residents directly with individuals seeking public office. This year’s event—held in partnership with Amplify Bloomington, the Indiana Uplands Realtor Association®, and BASCI—focused on candidates in the Monroe County Board of Commissioners Democratic primary race for the District 1 seat. This event was held on Tuesday, April 21st at Constellation Stage & Screen's Waldron Arts Center. Through a combination of a moderated forum and open networking, Elect Connect creates space for meaningful, face-to-face conversations on the issues shaping our community, including housing, infrastructure, economic growth, and quality of place. The event was moderated by John Fernandez, CEO of Amplify Bloomington, and is designed to move beyond campaign messaging and foster real dialogue between candidates and the community. As part of its role as the voice of business, the Chamber hosts Elect Connect to support civic engagement, elevate key issues, and ensure that local leadership decisions are informed by the needs of our business community. The Chamber does not endorse candidates and remains committed to providing a neutral platform for dialogue and information-sharing. See photos from the event below!
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On Wednesday, October 9th, the BEDC and the Chamber hosted its Elect Connect The John Waldron Arts Center Auditorium. During this event, we heard from candidates on the ballot focusing on the races between District 3 County Commissioner - Joe VanDeventer (R) and Jody Madeira (D) - and District 62 Indiana State Representative - Dave Hall (R) (incumbent) and Thomas Horrocks (D). See the photos from the event below! On Tuesday, April 16th, the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce held it's annual Elect Connect event at Upland's Woodshop. The Chamber's Elect Connect event provides an opportunity to discuss important topics of interest to the business community and hear directly from candidates running for elected office. The Chamber is committed to connecting our members and the public with our elected leaders and the key issues facing our community. This is a chance to learn about plans for moving our community forward. Check out the photos from the event below. On Monday, April 10, 2023, The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce held it's Elect Connect: Mayoral Forum on Business at IU's Presidents Hall. During this event, Chamber members and members of the community were able to hear mayoral candidates Don Griffin, Susan Sandberg, and Kerry Thomson discuss issues important to the business and economic development community. See the photos from the event below! On Tuesday, March 21, 2023, The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce held it's Elect Connect: City Council Edition at the Mill. During this event, Chamber members and members of the community were able to have the opportunity to talk with local candidates on the ballot this upcoming May Primary. This informal format made it possible for everyone to have more personal and in-depth conversations. See the photos from the event below! On Monday, October 3, 2022, The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce and Young Professionals Bloomington held it's Elect Connect at the Mill. During this event, Chamber members and members of the community were able to have the opportunity to talk with local candidates on the ballot this upcoming November. This informal format made it possible for everyone to have more personal and in-depth conversations. See the photos from the event below! |
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