CHAMBER CONNECTION
September 11, 2019
FEATURED EVENT:
YoPros Fall Kickoff Mixer
Tour of the production facility, a pint of hard cider/beer or glass of wine, souvenir pint glass.
$20 - Pre-registration required
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
Blake's Orchard, Armada
Upcoming Events | SEPTEMBER 2019

10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Senior Center
Sterling Heights

8 - 10 a.m.
AMC Forum 30
Sterling Heights

12 - 6 p.m.
Lake St. Clair Metro Park
Harrison Twp.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
We are so excited to be welcoming more new businesses to the SHRCCI family.
Click on the link to view our newest Chamber members!
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Gina Rieck
at 586.731.5400 x 15 or grieck@shrcci.com
CHAMBER CHAMPION
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Company: Climb New Heights LLC

Main Contact: Danny Ajini

Category: Website Design / Internet Consulting

Member Since: 2018
MEMBER TIP
Wants Vs. Needs: Promotional Products

By: Promotions Guy

Many managers regularly express interest in marketing for their business in one or more of the following ways:
  • We want to expand our brand recognition within the community.
  • We want to do more because more customers are out there.
  • We have a new service and want to get the word out.

Oftentimes, however, managers and owners fail to recognize and capitalize on opportunities to get that word out about that new service, or fail to implement their marketing plans to expand that brand recognition like they want to. Typically, time and money are the culprit here. BUT... I would argue that this failure is more-so due to the fact that many managers see their marketing and promotional needs as "wants".

Try reading the above bullet points again; but this time, replace the word "want" with "need". Notice a difference? Let's look at them more closely...
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MEMBER NEWS
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THE COUNTY CUP KICKBALL TOURNAMENT
The County Cup Kickball Charity Tournament will take place on Sunday, September 15 at Kyte Monroe Park in St. Clair Shores, 32701 Harper Ave., 48042.

Proceeds support St. Clair Shores Special Needs and Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

Team registration $450 (only $30 per player). Over 21 Co-ed Kick ball for Business & Networking groups in Macomb County.

Prizes to best costume and best team uniform.

Register online at www.detroitbadgirls.com
WELCOME BEYOND SELF STORAGE
Beyond Self Storage at Sterling Heights celebrated their Grand Opening on Thursday, August 15, 2019. The ribbon cutting ceremony was attended by Senator Michael MacDonald and Councilman Mike Radtke, as well as members of the Chamber. The climate controlled facility houses 740 storage units and is located off 18 1/2 Mile Rd.

What sets Beyond Self Storage apart is their philosophy to operate by a set of Core Values - "Take Ownership," "Do the Right Thing Every Time," and "Live Generously." These values set the tone for operating and make Beyond Self Storage a stand-out community partner.
MOCERI & COMPANY UPCOMING SEMINAR
Moceri & Company will be hosting a seminar Thursday, October 3, 2019, "BUSINESS KILLERS." This seminar will demonstrate the six mistakes that can kill businesses. As business owners, we are focused on running our business. Every day brings new challenges, opportunities and decisions. But there are six mistakes that consistently cause businesses to fail. It is important to know what they are and how to avoid them.

Please join us October 3, at Ike's Restaurant, 38550 Van Dyke in Sterling Heights at 6:00 p.m. For more information or to register, contact Lynne Diederich at 586.254.2010 or email .
WOMEN'S LIFE CHAPTER 911 TRUNK OR TREAT EVENT
Women's Life Chapter 911 is looking for businesses that would like to set up a car at the 1st Grant Park Halloween Trunk or Treat. Located on Hahn Street in Utica on October 20, from 1 - 3 p.m. Rain or Shine!

$5 per car and candy for 500-800 kids recommended.

Please email Lynn for an application or call 586.604.6907.
GREATER ROCHESTER NIGHT OF HOPE
The American Cancer Society and Ascension Providence Rochester have partnered together to fight cancer!

Join them for a Night of Hope, where they will celebrate and honor survivors. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event.

October 2, from 4:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Ascension Providence Rochester, 1101 W University Drive.

To register or donate for this event visit www.relayforlife.org/rochestermi

To volunteer please contact Kim Fix by email.
MEMBER BENEFIT OF THE WEEK
Multiple Line Insurance Discounts: 5 - 12% off rates.
Networking Opportunities

The BRAG Experience - What does it mean for your business?

If you want to know more about how this trademarked referral program can work for your business, then plan on attending this event on Friday, October 11 from 8 - 10 a.m. Join us for an informative breakfast session on how to expand your business through BRAG. It's a benefit of your Chamber membership with a one-time lifetime fee of just $100.

Welcome Greek Grill!
To view recent ribbon cutting and grand opening pictures, click the picture above.
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