20/Jan/2008
Central Chamber Welcomes Debbie Martin: New Administrative Assistant Seeks To Help Central Grow
By Emily Faget
The Central Chamber of Commerce recently began a search for a new administrative assistant. The Board of Directors sifted through numerous applications and interviews before appointing Debbie Martin to the position.
Martin recently retired after 20 years with the State. She always considered retirement a temporary hiatus, she said. After relaxing at home for some time, she began to look for ways to help in her community.
Martin
has lived in Central for 15 years. Over time, she has watched her city
grow. When she saw an opening for the Chamber’s administrative
assistant position, she jumped at the chance to join this growing local
business association. “Many people don’t realize just how much the
Chamber does for our community,” Martin said.
In her first two weeks, Martin hit the ground running. Not only did she help plan the annual Chamber Christmas ball, but she organized numerous ribbon cuttings for new members and coordinated community events. She also learned to keep up the Chamber’s large database of local business members and has kept in constant contact with members about upcoming meetings and events. “There is definitely never a dull moment around here,” Martin said.
Martin’s busy schedule has its benefits. Though she has many responsibilities, she has found support from other Chamber members. Many of her fellow employees have gone out of their way to teach Martin the ins-and-outs.
This differs greatly from her job with the State. The Chamber offers her a close-knit working environment with a small staff. Although she enjoyed her state position, she prefers the Chamber’s working environment. “There’s no red tape around here. It’s more like family,” Martin said.
However, Martin admits that she has something else to gain from her new job. Her 8-year-old granddaughter attends public school in Centra, and Martin sees the Chamber as a perfect way to help her granddaughter’s education. “If the Chamber prospers, the school system will prosper. We can help our children’s futures by bringing money into our schools,” Martin said. “I bring experience and most importantly, enthusiasm.”
With about 20 years experience in an administrative position, she is already comfortable with many duties she is expected to handle. Most importantly, Martin said she looks forward to new and unfamiliar duties. “It’s a lot to handle but I’m just so excited to be here,” she said.
By Emily Faget
The Central Chamber of Commerce recently began a search for a new administrative assistant. The Board of Directors sifted through numerous applications and interviews before appointing Debbie Martin to the position.
Martin recently retired after 20 years with the State. She always considered retirement a temporary hiatus, she said. After relaxing at home for some time, she began to look for ways to help in her community.
Martin
has lived in Central for 15 years. Over time, she has watched her city
grow. When she saw an opening for the Chamber’s administrative
assistant position, she jumped at the chance to join this growing local
business association. “Many people don’t realize just how much the
Chamber does for our community,” Martin said.In her first two weeks, Martin hit the ground running. Not only did she help plan the annual Chamber Christmas ball, but she organized numerous ribbon cuttings for new members and coordinated community events. She also learned to keep up the Chamber’s large database of local business members and has kept in constant contact with members about upcoming meetings and events. “There is definitely never a dull moment around here,” Martin said.
Martin’s busy schedule has its benefits. Though she has many responsibilities, she has found support from other Chamber members. Many of her fellow employees have gone out of their way to teach Martin the ins-and-outs.
This differs greatly from her job with the State. The Chamber offers her a close-knit working environment with a small staff. Although she enjoyed her state position, she prefers the Chamber’s working environment. “There’s no red tape around here. It’s more like family,” Martin said.
However, Martin admits that she has something else to gain from her new job. Her 8-year-old granddaughter attends public school in Centra, and Martin sees the Chamber as a perfect way to help her granddaughter’s education. “If the Chamber prospers, the school system will prosper. We can help our children’s futures by bringing money into our schools,” Martin said. “I bring experience and most importantly, enthusiasm.”
With about 20 years experience in an administrative position, she is already comfortable with many duties she is expected to handle. Most importantly, Martin said she looks forward to new and unfamiliar duties. “It’s a lot to handle but I’m just so excited to be here,” she said.
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