Find Out What It Takes to Run for Elected Office at the Orange Chamber Candidate’s Academy

The Orange Chamber of Commerce will be offering Chamber members and the public the opportunity to find out how to run for elected office during the upcoming Candidate’s Academy.

Whether you want to run or just work on a campaign, the Candidate’s Academy is for you! The Chamber will be holding a Candidate’s Academy on Monday, September 26, 2011,beginning at 3:00 p.m. in the Orange Main Library Conference Room located at 407 E. Chapman Avenue, Orange.

Speakers for the event will be Bill Steiner, former County Supervisor; Orange City Clerk, Mary E. Murphy; and Michael W. Suydam, 21st Century Communications Strategies, LLC. Topics covered will be legal requirements, the risks and rewards of running for office, and communication tips on how to run an effective campaign.

“Business people are especially encouraged to attend,” said Heidi Larkin–Reed, President/CEO of the Orange Chamber of Commerce. “People who know how to run a business have the experience needed for public office in this tough economy.”

The event is sponsored by the Orange Chamber of Commerce, Edison, BCIS Insurance Services, and Remland Insurance Services. Sponsorships are still available.

For further information, please contact Heidi Larkin–Reed, President/CEO, Orange Chamber of Commerce, at (714) 538–3581. Cost to attend is $10 and refreshments will be served. Don’t miss this great educational opportunity.

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Press release provided by the Orange Chamber of Commerce on September 7, 2011

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