One outstanding program available in Northwest Indiana is the newly established Confucius Institute at Valparaiso University. Confucius Institutes are non-profit public institutes with the goal of promoting a friendly relationship with other countries and enhancing the understanding of the Chinese language and culture among world Chinese learners as well as providing good learning conditions for them. All Confucius Institutes have a Chinese university partner to assist with Institute organization and oversight. Valparaiso University’s partner is Zheijang University of Technology, a public institution of approximately 35,000 students.
Recently, the Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation hosted a breakfast seminar for businesses who are interested in trading with and doing business in China. Guests included Deputy Consul Maoming Chu from the Peoples Republic of China Consulate in Chicago. At the presentation, guests were also entertained by members of the Jiangsu Silk and Bamboo Troupe from Nanjing, China.
There are several companies in and around the greater Valparaiso area that have extensive business ties with China. Our community benefits from international sales in the Far East and we are excited to have access to an even better understanding and knowledge through the Confucius Institute.
For more information on Valparaiso University’s Confucius Institute, visit www.valpo.edu/confuciusinstitute.
Rex G. Richards, President
Friday, October 3, 2008
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Area Tourism Study
The Porter County Convention Recreation and Vistor Commission (PCCRV) is to be commended for underwriting a study by Destination Development which reviewed how Porter County measures up in various aspects of tourism. While some of the results were positive, the study also indicated that our area of the county has room for improvement. The Valpo Chamber was, in fact, one of the locations that was mystery-shopped and we are using this opportunity to grow and improve.
Destination Development reported on a variety of critical elements throughout the entire county, from signage to customer service. Being more receptive and inviting to the traveling public was at the top of the list and gave us much to consider.
The PCCRV needs the support of everyone to help institute these ideas. The Valpo Chamber is ready to help lead the way and provide a great first impression of our community, particularly to visitors of our area. We invite all of our members to join us in making our county one that welcomes all visitors and residents alike.
Member businesses already know how important it is to continually review how to raise customer service to a higher level. The Valpo Chamber is no different. We thank the PCCRV for their initiative in helping all of us think again about how we do our jobs.
After all, you only get one chance to make a good first impression.
Rex G. Richards, President
Destination Development reported on a variety of critical elements throughout the entire county, from signage to customer service. Being more receptive and inviting to the traveling public was at the top of the list and gave us much to consider.
The PCCRV needs the support of everyone to help institute these ideas. The Valpo Chamber is ready to help lead the way and provide a great first impression of our community, particularly to visitors of our area. We invite all of our members to join us in making our county one that welcomes all visitors and residents alike.
Member businesses already know how important it is to continually review how to raise customer service to a higher level. The Valpo Chamber is no different. We thank the PCCRV for their initiative in helping all of us think again about how we do our jobs.
After all, you only get one chance to make a good first impression.
Rex G. Richards, President
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