"Only those that risk going to far can possibly know
how far one can go"
- TS Elliot
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Just a quick note from the board!
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One of the biggest constraints business owners have is time. We at the Chamber understand that YOU can't be at all the events, networking functions, workshops, and all the rest. If you can't make it, send a representative! If you are a Dentist, send your Office Manager, a Doctor - send your PA.
These functions are there for YOUR BUSINESS. Use this as a perk or training opportunity. We are committed to get your business networked in the community. This is a low-cost, no-cost marketing opportunity for your business!
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Don't be alarmed if you start hearing from our new Customer Service and Sales Agent soon! We are committed to communication at the Chamber, and have brought a new person on board.
Jennifer Farmer is also a member, and part of our Business Networking Groups. She will begin on January 14th ... She will be in the office from 9-12am T, W, and Th from this point forward!
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Effective January 13th, our new firm office hours will be:
- Monday 5:30 - 8pm
- Tuesday 9am - 12pm
- Wednesday 9am - 12pm
- Thursday 9am - 12pm
- Friday by appointment
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If you are a member need to use the Chamber offices outside of normal hours, we can try to make arrangements. Please contact any board member, or send your request 2-3 weeks in advance to:
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Edward Jones Financial
Alicia McGovern - BLOG
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t might not have made the headlines, but a recently passed piece of legislation could affect the IRAs and 401(k)s of millions of Americans beginning in 2020. So, if you have either of these accounts, or if you run a business, you’ll want to learn more. The new laws, collectively called the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act, include these noteworthy changes:
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Business Networking Group
January 21st
At
YOUR Chamber
on Main
8am -9am
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Chamber Member Meeting
Board Meeting
January 15 or 16th
This week, keep an eye out for times and venue!
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Non Profit Roundtable
February 27th
Hosted by: WCCCD
8:00-10:30am
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Happy Hour
January 29th 5-7pm
Venue TBD
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Circle January 29th as our next Membership and Prospective Member Mixer Date! If you are the first 20 to register, you get one free drink ticket. Remember, all Diamond members get one no matter what,, but need to register in advance! Venue to be announced this week! Watch for news on FB and Thursday’s Newsletter!
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You don't want to miss this!
The Theme is set "SPRING TRAINING", the batting order is almost finalized, and our packages are all on sale! Members, you received a special postcard in the mail with a DISCOUNT CODE - If you didn't receive it call or contact us!
This event is open to the public, as we award our business & community members of the year and other individuals for their contributions! This year, we will have our first ever
$10,000 Raffle!
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Pick up your tickets any Monday!
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You can order at the below links, and pick up your tickets and chat with a Board Member any Monday between 6pm and 7pm. We will be selling Raffle & Dinner Tickets until March 10th!
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Upcoming Events with our Members
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Michigans Strong Economy Predicted to Continue in 2020
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LANSING, Mich., Jan. 9, 2020 /
PRNewswire
/ -- At the 4th Annual Economic Forecast Forum held today in East Lansing, economic experts from the State of Michigan Department of Treasury and U.S. Federal Reserve Bank predicted that Michigan's strong 2019 economy is likely to continue into 2020 as the new year gets underway.
The forum, the first statewide economic forecast ....
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Chamber of Commerce Publishes 2020 Priorities
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The Michigan Chamber's legislative priorities for 2019-2020.
These priorities were developed by the Chamber’s three policy advisory committees and approved by the Michigan Chamber’s Board of Directors.
“The core purpose of the Michigan Chamber is to help members solve their business problems and prosper,” said Chamber Board Chair Arny Rodriguez
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As an Affiliate with the State Chamber, we have many offerings available to our members!
You will find things from Legal Advice to Cost Savings Initiatives!
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Not a member yet and want to be? Save 10% on any of our membership packages if you sign up before January 17th!
Contact for discount code
Check out the various packages and corporate sponsorships that are available!
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Get access to 21 more communities and more!
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our chamber membership gives you the ability to become an affiliate member at the Southern Wayne Regional Chamber! This means access to numerous events and 21 additional communities all for $100 ...
In addition to the affiliation with the SWCRC, we also have opportunities for our members with the State Chamber of Commerce! You are part of a much larger organization than just the BACC!
Check out our new webpage with details on multiple ways our members can save!
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This is an outstanding organization that is FREE to you! Take a look at the dozens of FREE Recorded and Live Webinars! We are working to have a SCORE Representative available for all of our members small business consulting needs!
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All news is brought to you by our
Corporate Sponsors
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If you miss these newsletters, or want to go back to one and read it again, they are all being archived on our new website now. Simply bookmark
THIS LINK on your browser and read past issues. We only have the last few posted now, and will post all newly published General emails there in the future!
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As the above article showed, we are adding more and more features to our website on a regular basis. These are just some of the new features wee have added in the past 30-days:
- Newsletters
- Event Registration
- Classified Ads
- Community Calendar
- Business blogs
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