CHAMBER CONNECTION - May 16, 2018
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Upcoming Events:
Tuesday, May 22, 6 pm
#YOPROS COCKTAIL CRAFTING
Testa Barra, Macomb

Friday, June 1, 7:30 am
BREAKFAST & BUSINESS
One Eyed Jacks, Shelby Township

Wednesday, June 6, 5:30 pm
NETWORK & LEARN
Dave & Buster's, Utica
Tuesday, June 12, 5:30 pm
#YOPROS JUNE MIXER
O'Halloran's Public House, Mt. Clemens

Wednesday, June 20, 5:30 pm
GRUB CRAWL ON HALL
Lakeside Mall, Sterling Heights

Friday, June 29 - Sunday, July 1
BASS, BREWS & BBQ FESTIVAL
Lake St. Clair Metropark, Harrison Twp.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR BASS, BREWS & BBQ FESTIVAL!

The Sterling Heights Regional Chamber is looking for a few volunteers for our upcoming Bass, Brews & BBQ Festival at Lake St. Clair Metro Park over the weekend of June 29, 30 and July 1.  We are looking for four (4) volunteers for each of the following shifts:

FRIDAY, JUNE 29, SATURDAY, JUNE 30 & SUNDAY, JULY 1: 
11:30 am - 3:30 pm
3 - 7 pm

If one or more of these shift times works for you or someone you know, please call Linda at 586.731.5400 x20. Thank you!

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: BE PART OF "THE NET"
This year, the Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce will embark on new territory with our very own magazine for members - the net. We are very excited to announce this publication and how you can be a part of it. We thought about creating a Chamber Directory and knew that it would probably sit on a shelf and not be read, so to encourage you to learn more about fellow members, member services and member events, we decided to create our very own magazine. With the help of Macomb Now Magazine, we anticipate a 24-page glossy magazine, with our own look and feel, telling the stories only we can tell about chamber members and the people behind the businesses the Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce interacts with every day.

Any advertising questions you have can be answered by Macomb Now's Ad Sales Representative Diane Bowles at (586.622.6621 x8) or the Chamber's Business Development Director Gina Rieck (586.731.5400 x15).

 
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Company: Computing Technologies
Mai n Contact: Corey DeGrandchamp
Category: IT Services
Member Since: 2015

MEMBER TIP: 
EASTERN MICHIGAN'S VETERAN RESOURCE GUIDE
by Beth Wright, CPA

For 2018, the standard deduction amounts will increase to simplify the deduction scheme. More taxpayers will find it beneficial to claim the standard deduction. Itemized deductions have been modified for the 2018 tax year following tax reform. Many of the itemized deductions have either disappeared or changed. Here is how the itemized deductions found on Schedule A have changed.
 

MEMBER BENEFIT OF THE WEEK:  
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD : Health Insurance Programs - Offers multiple options with deductibles and co-pays.

MEMBER NEWS
FE MORAN SECURITY SOLUTIONS WELCOMES ERIK GUSTAFSON TO STAFF
FE Moran Security Solutions is pleased to announce the addition of a new member to their staff. Erik Gustafson comes to FE Moran Security Systems with more than 17 years of experience in the alarm and security industry. He has served a variety of roles during his career, giving him a unique awareness of the challenges faced in every facet of the security industry. This wide experience includes project management, and FE Moran believes that it will serve him well in the financial and physical banking security division, which will be his primary focus for the company.

 

MACOMB COMMUNITY COLLEGE AMP PARTNERS WITH FCA
Do you know someone who is ready to "earn as they learn" while launching a career in manufacturing?  We're excited to announce FCA's new Automotive Manufacturing Program (AMP), a unique partnership between Manufacturing and Macomb Community College students interested in automotive manufacturing.  Program Highlights:  A two year paid co-op program where participants work one day per week as a Production Supervisor at a FCA manufacturing facility within the Greater Detroit area while earning their Associates Degree at Macomb Community College. This unique partnership provides opportunities for participants to develop leadership, problem-solving and communication skills as a Production Supervisor while earning their degree.  

 

14TH ANNUAL FISHING DERBY
Harrison Township Parks & Recreation presents the 14th Annual Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 9, 2018 from 8 - 11 am at Lake St. Clair Metro Park. No fee outside of park entry. Bring your own equipment and bait.  All children must be under 16 years old and accompanied by a responsible adult. Please complete the registration in the link listed below and return to the registration table on the day of the derby.  

 

GPBR TO HOST EUCHRE TOURNAMENT
The Grosse Pointe Board of Realtors is hosting a Charity Euchre Tournament benefiting Guardian Angel Medical Service Dogs on June 14th! Entry is just $25 for euchre players and $15 for non-players. There will be a 50/50 raffle and a tin can auction. This event is open to any and all. More info is available on our website.

 

UTICA/SHELBY TOWNSHIP KIWANIS NEEDS YOUR HELP
Kiwanis needs you to vote online, every day, from May 15 - 31 for our Kids At Play Project which will help fund playground equipment that is all-inclusive and multi-generational, so all children, of all abilities, are able to play together with their family and friends.  This is the first phase of the judging process and the top 10 entries who receive the most votes by noon EDT on  May 31, 2018 , will be finalists. A panel of judges will select the winning entry, which will receive $25,000 in Landscape Structures playground equipment, to be installed in conjunction with the Kiwanis One Day in October 2019.

MOMENTUM BRINGS INNOVATIVE ONLINE MARKETING SOLUTIONS
Since being founded in 2010, Momentum has helped over 500 Michigan businesses grow their sales and brand with its innovative online marketing solutions. Momentum works with businesses of all sizes and is highly focused on getting the results they need to accomplish their goals. Web Design, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Google Adwords, and Social Media are just a few of areas that Momentum helps businesses succeed online. To learn more about Momentum, visit our website or set up an appointment by calling 586.276.7496.

 

COMPUTER DESIGN SOLUTIONS HAS MOVED TO A NEW LOCATION
Computer Design Solutions (CDS) has moved to a new location at 45971 Hayes Road, Shelby Township, MI 48315.  Our networking products and services are designed to support businesses with different levels of networking complexity and internal technical support. With our in-house system engineers, we can help you with all your connectivity and support needs.

 
Find more "Member News" on the Chamber website!

WOMEN BUSINESS OWNERS ALLIANCE

Please consider joining us for the next Women Business Owners meeting. The WBOA is a place where women can share their thoughts, challenges, stressors, and in return gain support, suggestions and ideas as to how to best meet and resolve their workplace problem areas and more.
 
The group meets from 12:30 to 2 pm over lunch on the first Wednesday of each month at Red Ox Tavern, 45411 Park Ave., Utica.  Purchasing lunch is optional. The next meeting will be held Wednesday, June 6. Guest speakers are arranged by the group chair each month adding valuable business coaching and problem solving solutions.
 
To become a member of the WBOA, membership in the Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce is required. The WBOA has no membership dues or fees.  We welcome you to visit and learn more about this dynamic group. Please contact our current Chairperson Lynne Fiscelli - Pane View Window Cleaning at 586.884.6476.



M-59 RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT UPDATE FROM MDOT:

Last week, MDOT continued placing sand and stone on both bounds of M-59. This means that they are getting closer to placing permanent pavement. In addition to the road work, their electrical contractor has begun hanging arms on the decorative poles for the new traffic signals. Their landscaping contractor has been moving quickly to get the numerous trees planted in the median. After the trees are planted, and the irrigation system is installed, MDOT will follow through with replanting any disturbed areas with new grass seed. 
 
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact MDOT.


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MEMBER ANNIVERSARIES
43 Years
Hellebuyck's Power Equipment Center

29 Years
Atria Shorehaven
Keejon Keys

28 Years
UHY Advisors, Inc.

18 Years
7-Eleven Convenience Store #16436
Griswold Home Care
 
15 Years
7-Eleven Convenience Store #32318

13 Years
Packard Motor Foundation
Red Wings Shoe Store
9 Years
Macomb County Habitat for Humanity

6 Years
Rotary Club of Sterling Heights

5 Years
The Mall at Partridge Creek

4 Years
Thrivent Financial / Michael Neaton

2 Years
Momentum

1 Year
Brighter Logistics
Complete Care Chiropractic Clinic
Orchard Chrysler
For sponsorship opportunities, contact
Gina Rieck at 586.731.5400, x15 or [email protected].