CHAMBER CONNECTION - August 8, 2018
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Upcoming Events:
Tuesday, August 14, 6 pm
#YOPROS AUGUST MIXER
The Hub Sports Bistro, Macomb

Friday, August 17, 7:30 am
BREAKFAST & BUSINESS 
Center for Computer Resources, 
Sterling Heights
Thursday, September 6, 4:30 pm
FOOD TRUCK RALLY
Freedom Hill, Sterling Heights
Thursday, September 13, Noon
HEALTHY LIVING EXPO
Senior Center, Sterling Heights
SAVE THE DATE!

Tuesday, September 18, 6 pm
#YOPROS WINE TASTING
Filipo Marc Winery, Clinton Township

Friday, September 28, 7:30 am
STATE OF THE CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS
Macedonian Cultural Center, Sterling Heights

GET YOUR $10,000 REVERSE RAFFLE TICKET TODAY!
DON'T FORGET: Get your ticket before Friday, September 28
to be entered in the $500 Early Bird Drawing!
SEEKING CANDIDATES FOR CHAMBER BOARD

The Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce is looking for potential candidates for our open board of directors positions. We are currently seeking board seat nominations for three-year terms covering 2019 - 2021, and we invite qualified members to run for a seat on our board of directors. Serving on the Chamber's board of directors is a great way to become more engaged with the organization, connect with the regional business community and stand out as a leader among your peers.
 
Current Directors whose terms expire in 2018 are Ron Chriss, Al DeFlaviis, Brad Lukas, Angie Lommen, Dr. Christine Johns, Mike Kramer, John Winter and Mark Vanderpool. We currently have no vacant seats, so we will be filling eight (8) spots to three-year terms.
 
Eligible directors and qualified members with an interest in serving on our board can submit nominations for consideration by our Nominating Committee. Please contact Chamber President Melanie Davis at 586.731.5400 x22 or [email protected], for more information and to obtain the necessary application.
 
Criteria/Eligibility and Election Process
CHAMBER CHAMPION

 
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Company: Holiday Inn Express & Suites 
Sterling Heights
Mai n Contact: Lawrence Mio
Category: Hotels/Motels
Member Since: 2017

MEMBER TIP: 
DEAL WITH "BUYER'S REMORSE" WHILE YOU'RE STILL IN FRONT OF THE PROSPECT
by Sandler Training
Nick was having a real string of successful closes. The experienced salespeople were jealous. But then Nick started having a problem.

The last three sales were canceled within days of being made. In one instance, the color was all wrong. In another, the customer said that she couldn't wait two weeks. Finally, although the quality of the product was first rate, the customer decided she couldn't afford it. In every instance, none of the folks wanted to have any further discussion - the orders were canceled. Period.

Nick decided that he really needed to attend the company sales training program. 

MEMBER BENEFIT OF THE WEEK:  
HR PRO / BENEPRO: 10% off base rate of Human Resource support services.

MEMBER NEWS
PETS ARE FAMILY TOO!
Dogs and cats deserve the best medical care. Our pet health insurance plans cover your pets - for a lifetime. Plans pay on your actual veterinary bill and cover injuries, illnesses, emergencies, genetic conditions and much more.
 
Almost 75% of all dogs and cats will become sick or injured in their lives and nearly 40% will become seriously sick or injured. Save up to 90% on vet bills with the #1 rated pet insurance by contacting us at 248.778.6070, email at [email protected] or visit our website to learn more.

 

PROMOTIONS GUY OPEN HOUSE 
Promotions Guy is hosting an open house on Thursday, August 16 from 4 - 9 pm! Come see their space, learn to print, get some swag, meet the team, play some games and enjoy some free food!

 

I MOBILI GRAND OPENING 
Don't miss out! i mobili will be having a grand opening August 25 from 10 am - 7 pm at our Shelby Township location. We will have free treats and refreshments. One of our local artists, Scott McDuffee will be on site demonstrating his skills at creating beautiful works of art with oil and canvas. We will also be kicking off a raffle. You could win a beautiful walnut live edge table, one of Scott's works of art, or a wine tasting certificate for Filipo Marc Winery. Tickets are just $1 and all ticket proceeds will benefit local charities Helping Hands Gifts and Woman's Life Chapter 911. The winning raffle numbers will be selected Friday, October 26.

Come on out and enjoy the event and take home a new American-made piece of furniture or art.
8150 23 Mile Road, Shelby Township
(located in Shelby Plaza on the Southeast corner of 23 Mile and Van Dyke)

 

STARTING A BIZ: A HALF-DAY EVENT FOR ENTREPRENEURS, NEW BUSINESS OWNERS AND INNOVATORS
This workshop is designed for individuals who are at the beginning stages of starting a business. It will help aspiring entrepreneurs assess their abilities to lead and manage a company, as well as evaluate market and sales potential for their products/services. Start-up costs, financing options, and business planning are introduced, along with necessary steps to getting started.  

When: Thursday, August 16, 2018  .  9:30 am - Noon 
Where:  1 S. Main Street, Mount Clemens, MI 48043
(Parking lot is $1/hour, or metered street parking)
Speaker(s): Michigan SBDC Staff
Fee: No Cost


Find more "Member News" on the Chamber website!

HOLIDAY INN BRAG GROUP TO HOST GUEST SPEAKER

Please join the Holiday Inn BRAG group to hear guest speaker Adam Ranville on Wednesday, August 22 from 11:30 am - 1 pm. This group meets at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 8415 15 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights. Adam will talk about creating trust and comfort and how to emotionally connect with people on a dynamic subconscious level. Click below for event flyer, more information and to RSVP.



M-59 RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT UPDATE FROM MDOT:

Last week was another productive one on the M-59 road project. MDOT was able to re-open the Romeo Plank intersections within the 10-day time frame as promised. Contractors are working hard at getting the roadway built as fast as possible. Their work includes rebuilding the driveways well into September. MDOT will be working closely with contractors to make sure they give as much notice as possible as to when driveways will be worked on. If you have any questions about how the work is progressing, please feel free to contact MDOT.


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MEMBER ANNIVERSARIES
34 Years
Bagnasco Calcaterra Funeral Home

32 Years
General Dynamics Land Systems

31 Years
Care of Southeastern Michigan

29 Years
Bethesda Christian Church

20 Years
Kaleidoscope Construction, Inc.

18 Years
Decra-Scape, Inc.

15 Years
Lafata Cabinets

9 Years
Shelby Macomb Medical Mall

8 Years
Central Michigan University
7 Years
Big Boy of Clinton Township

6 Years
Sterling Insurance Group / Joe Haney

5 Years
Clinton River Watershed Council

4 Years
5by5 Design, LLC
Tote Bags of Love

3 Years
Our Credit Union

2 Years
Jean's Virtual Administrative & 
     Consulting Services, LLC
Socialfuel Media

1 Year
Shield Financial Group
UBREAKIFIX - Sterling Heights
For sponsorship opportunities, contact
Gina Rieck at 586.731.5400, x15 or [email protected].