| You did it again! Chamber of the Year! |
Because of your support, the Michigan Association of Chamber Professionals has awarded our members with the 2015 Outstanding Chamber of Commerce Award in the Large Chamber Category. This is the fourth time your Chamber has been recognized for excellence in organization leadership and this is the most wins for a large chamber in the State of Michigan!
"The Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce received this award based on its accomplishments in leadership and governance, financial stewardship, business advocacy and member programming," said Bob Thomas, Director for the Michigan Association of Chamber Professionals.
"Among the Chamber's noted achievements were its leadership in state and local policy issues and economic development, its role in the "Watch Muskegon" image campaign and community development, and best practices in leadership development."
The Outstanding Chamber of Commerce Award is based on a comprehensive application judged by chamber of commerce professionals from seven regional states.
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Promise Scholarship is a Game Changer!
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The
f
irst student was awarded a Muskegon Promise Scholarship
last week. Big changes are on the horizon for Muskegon!
The Muskegon Area Promise became a reality during the Chamber Breakfast on October 23, 2015,
when four local business leaders announced a $400,000 collective initial investment in the Promise. Hines Corporation, Nichols, ADAC Automotive, and the Alcoa Foundation were the first gold level investors in the program that delivers two-year college scholarships to Muskegon Area students.
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| Stephen Burnett of the Great Lakes Cruising Coalition shown with Chamber President Cindy Larsen and Community Development Director Bob Lukens |
One of your Chamber's current priorities is recruiting cruise lines to Muskegon. We were recently visited by Stephen Burnett, Executive Director of the Great Lakes Cruising Coalition.
He met with Chamber staff and other local port and tourism leaders about what it takes to become a port of call for great lakes cruises to start docking in Muskegon.
"We learned a great deal of information about necessary logistics, planning excursions, how to work with the cruise lines and more," says Chamber President Cindy Larsen. "We have a huge opportunity in front of us to attract cruise lines to the area."
According to Stephen Burnett, "Muskegon will make a fantastic port of call."
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| A "Chamber of the Future" |
Nearly 100 Chamber board and staff members from several chambers of commerce across West Michigan, recently gathered to participate in a conversation to talk about how our organizations need to adapt to become a "Chamber of the future". Mick Fleming, President of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives flew in from DC to help facilitate this event.
Your Chamber staff worked with our peers at other Chambers to learn about what the next generation of business owners will look like and how they will shape the Chamber.
A list of new ideas generated will be rolled out into our programming and communications next year. This is your Chamber! Please
contact us at any time with ideas that you think will help area businesses.
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FEATURED MEMBER BENEFIT:
Making Holiday Gift Giving Easy! |
Your employees and clients have wide-ranging tastes and aspirations, so picking a gift that appeals to everyone is almost impossible. That is why Lakeshore Community Cash is the perfect gift - it's accepted at more than 50 local merchants and allows your recipient to pick something that is personal, relevant, and of value to them.
You're helping our local business community by keeping your spending local.
Click here to start gifting
and sign up for a FREE EasyGive account to
track spending and rewards.
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| Help us find a stellar intern! |
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We're looking for an intern in the field of communications, marketing, or event planning to help with the Lakeshore Art Festival and other communications/event projects.
If you know any college student that may be interested in this unique opportunity, please have them send a resume to [email protected].
Check out what past interns have said about the experience:
"Right from the beginning I felt like part of the staff, and was given my own projects to work on from beginning to end."
"It was an incredible experience and I couldn't have asked for a better internship opportunity. I created so many new connections and that is something I will cherish forever."
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| Congratulations MAREC
on your successful open house!
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Congratulations MedExpress
on your recent grand opening!
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Date: TONIGHT, November 12, 2015
Time:
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Third Floor of the Hilt Building
Topic:
Special Business After Hours recognizing the 2015 Agents of Change. Plus, join TEDx Muskegon attendees for the TEDx After Party.
Price: $
5 Donation
EVENT PARTNERS: WGVU & TEDx Muskegon
Date:
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Time:
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Location: Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce Training Center
380 W. Western, Suite 202
Topic: At this Workshop you will leave with new information and the confidence to run for office.
Price: $15 per person
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Pigeon Hill Brewing Company
500 W. Western, Suite 1
Topic: Join your elected officials and local business leaders for a night of conversation and great local craft beers.
Price: $5 donation at the door
Sponsor: COMCAST
Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Ribbon Cutting at 5:15 PM
Location: 3535 Park Street Suite 106
Topic: Celebrate with Sonus at the Grand Re-Opening of their Hearing Aid Store and Audiologist in Norton Shores
Date: Thursday, December 3, 2015
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Muskegon Country Club & Se4sons Gastropub
Topic: Kick off the holiday season with local foods, live music, fun, networking and community cash giveaways.
MEMBER CELEBRATION
Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Ribbon Cutting at 5:00 PM
Location: 6459 Harbor Pines Lane
Topic: Celebrate with MOKA at the Grand Opening of their newest residence.
REGISTRATION FOR ALL EVENTS CAN BE MADE ONLI
NE.
CLICK HERE.
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| The Great American Smokeout |
On November 19, 2015, we're partnering with the Muskegon County Knowsmoke
Coalition, the Employers Association of West
Michigan, and the 1in21 Employers group
to have a cigarette exchange and
encourage Muskegon County employees who smoke to set a quit date.
Click here to learn more.
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Find the Bar!
Whether or not you're drinking, it's a great idea to position yourself at the edge of the bar. Here, you can easily strike up conversation with people as they wait in line or as they turn with a drink in hand.
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