CHAMBER CONNECTION - NOVEMBER 22 , 2017
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Upcoming Events:
Tuesday, November 28, 5:30 pm
NETWORK & LEARN
Carpathia Club, Sterling Heights

Wednesday, November 29, 6 pm
#YOPROS HOLIDAY KICKOFF
Hopcat, Royal Oak
Wednesday, December 6, 5 pm
STATE OF THE COUNTY
Macomb Center for the Performing Arts, Clinton Twp.

Wednesday, December 13, 5:30 pm
CHRISTMAS AFTER 5
Villa Penna, Sterling Heights
THE CHAMBER OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED THURSDAY, NOV. 23 & FRIDAY, NOV. 24 FOR THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY!
Enjoy your Thanksgiving! We will return to the office on Monday, Nov. 27.
SHOP LOCAL MACOMB
We are honored to have the opportunity to support the many local businesses in Macomb by partnering with the county to bring the Shop Local Macomb initiative to the community. Local businesses can add information, coupons, holiday specials, etc. to the Shop Local Macomb registry.   Please help us to promote Shop Local Macomb:
  • Download the flyer and display on your business window or door.
  • Encourage your customers to participate in the Shop Local Macomb contest where five prizes of $500, sponsored by First State Bank, will be awarded to shoppers. Entry dates are Nov. 24 to Dec 3. The drawing will be held on Monday, Dec. 4.
CHAMBER CHAMPION

 
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Company:  Cherry Creek Golf Club
Main Contact: Erle Webber
Category: Golf Course
Member Since: 1996

CHAMBER REWIND...

Ladies Evening Out 2017 was a big hit! Cherry Creek Golf Club provided a beautiful venue for the event. Thanks to all of our sponsors, vendors and service providers, our attendees had a great time. Take a look at our recap video, you might be in it!

MEMBER TIP: 
20 Critical Estate Planning Questions

1) Who will care for your kids, and how?  Include specifics about your wishes for how your children will be raised and the beliefs you want them to have.

2) What do you own?  Don't forget about retirement accounts at your previous employers, digital assets, fine art and intellectual property (such as patented inventions or copyrighted works).

MEMBER BENEFIT OF THE WEEK:
BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD OF MICHIGAN
Offers multiple options with deductibles and co-pays.

MEMBER NEWS
ENTOUCH HOLIDAY SPECIALS
It's that time of year! Parties and family are slowly arriving. Allow yourself some time to stay healthy and share the gift of wellness with others. Try to not let stress take over this holiday season. Take some time to reflect on all that you have and are grateful for.

Holiday Specials:
60 Minute Massage for only $50! ( promo code "$10off")  
$5 off of any yoga class package! ( promo code "5off")
  Gift Cards Available!
Looking for Unique Gift Ideas?
Entouch offers:
*              Mala Meditation Beads/Bracelets
*              Essential Oils/Diffusers/Custom Products
*              Salt Lamps
*              Foam Rollers
*              Incense, Teas and Supplements

 
1st ANNUAL SHOP WITH AN E.M.T.
Universal Ambulance and Woman's Life Chapter 911 have partnered for the 1st Annual Shop with an Emergency Medical Technician on December 16 at the Walmart located in Sterling Heights at Mound and Hall Road. We are currently looking for funds to help us bring Christmas to a child who would not otherwise have a Christmas. If you would like to donate towards this effort, please feel free to help us by making a monetary donation made payable to Woman's Life Chapter 911 c/o Shop with an EMT, and mail to 8310 Hall Road #6, Utica, MI 48317.

 
ANNOUNCEMENT: AFFORDABLE CARE ACT OPEN ENROLLMENT NOV. 1 - DEC. 15
Beaumont certified application counselors will help you:
* apply
* re-enroll
* change your current plan
* shop and compare plans
* choose a plan that fits your budget
* find the best option for you and your family

Find more "Member News" on the Chamber website!

AVAILABLE BRAG SUBSTITUTES
Are you in a BRAG group and sometimes need to miss a meeting? The BRAG community has a substitute list for members who cannot attend a meeting.  Substitutes are ALLOWED and ENCOURAGED!  A substitute can be an individual you feel can adequately and professionally represent your business. It is highly suggested that your sub be employed by your company or at a minimum in the same field. While your sub cannot be a member of your BRAG group, they can be a member of another group. They may present your referral request and may present one for their own company at the discretion of the group's leadership. Substitutes must be registered with the group leaders and the Chamber office. If you're interested in being a sub, please contact the BRAG administrator, Patty LeDuc, 586.731.5400 ext. 21 or pleduc@shrcci.com.
 
We currently have the following Chamber members on the sub list:
 
Kerry Jantz / Parkway Christian School / 586.610.3511
 
Lisa Swiftney / Tupperware / 586.231.1902
 
Lisa Damon / C & G News / 586.770.1587 
 
Gerard Giacona / Filipo Marc Winery / 586.226.3990
Not available Tuesday 8 AM
 
John Winter / Dawn to Dusk Cleaning / 586.489.4663
Not available Tuesday 11 AM
 
Lara Shovlin / Helping Hands Gifts / 248.872.7778
Not available Tuesday 8 AM
 
Lynn Karnes / English Gardens / 586.604.6907
Not available Wednesday at 8 am
 
Annette Johnston / Frolic Farm, LLC / 586.484.0257
Not available Wednesday at 8 am
 
Doug Kelly  / 5by5 Design, LLC  / 586.997.9647
Not available Tuesday at 8 am
 
Mike Blair / Weatherseal Home Improvements / 810.459.9590
Not Available Thursday at 8 am
 
Don Combs / Big Don's Balloons / 586.604.0191
Not available Thursday at 8 am

MEMBER ANNIVERSARIES
24 Years
Experi-Metal

14 Years
Re/Max First

12 Years
McDonald's - Van Dyke, Sterling Heights

10 Years
Realty Executives Associates
RJ Stacy, LTD

7 Years
Lowe's Companies, Inc., Chesterfield

5 Years
Peace of Mind Home Care, LLC

4 Years
Betcher Financial Group
Bonvera / The Compensated Marketplace

2 Years
Stahl's World Headquarters

1 Year
The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Utica
For sponsorship opportunities, contact
Gina Rieck at 586.731.5400, x15 or grieck@shrcci.com.