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The Ionia Area Chamber of Commerce
A Word from the Director
Has it really only been a month since the last edition? We've sure been busy since then!

I feel like I've been saying this a lot lately in person, but as you know, we have some major projects we're trying to get through this year that will help us better serve our members and community. It's getting harder and harder to stay focused - we really just want to be out visiting with you and promoting our members and community!

Here are a few of the major projects keeping us busy:

  • Training a new Membership & Event Coordinator
  • Rebuilding our website to increase usability and make it a better resource for members and the community
  • Re-building our membership structure & benefits (information releasing in June)
  • Planning a Membership Drive
  • and more!

The Mega Mixer is just under 2 weeks away and registration has fully taken off. Don't forget to pre-register for the best rates!

Not to mention, the Chamber Golf Classic is just around the corner on June 2nd. There are still opportunities to have your business represented! Find more information further down.

We also launched a Member Spotlight Video program, kicking things off with Duff, Chadwick & Associates. You can find that video here. Next week, we will be releasing the video for St. Johns Episcopal Church.
Quick Poll - Your Feedback Matters!
The idea of participating in a group travel trip to another country/state through the Chamber
is of high interest, especially if rates are better than I could find myself
is of high interest, even if rates are not better
unsure, need more information
is of no interest to me
What's Happening at the Chamber?
Annual Membership Survey
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Annual Membership Survey! Your feedback is essential to our annual review and planning process to ensure we are delivering quality services and benefits to our members and community. Thank you for taking the time to complete.

Congratulations Linda Downes, who was randomly selected from all participants to receive a $50 gift card to the local business of her choice - Lamplight Grill.

We are currently working on preparing the results and are excited to share them with you soon!

2023 Promotional and Advertising Opportunities - CLICK HERE

2023 Chamber Calendar - CLICK HERE

Upcoming Chamber Events
  • May 17: Mega Mixer
  • June 02: Golf Classic
Upcoming Networking
& Educational Opportunities
The Small Business Briefing

Airs Mondays and Thursdays at 3pm ET. Watch to get the latest news from SBAM’s Brian Calley and Sarah Miller, along with special guests!

Watch live on Facebook or register to watch via Zoom

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Using Lean Management to Unleash Your Business Potential

Date: Wednesday, June 21st
Time: 8:00AM
Location: MI Chamber Office in Lansing
$249 to Members of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce (IACC Members) | $349 Non-Members

Contact us for Member Code to apply discount
(Active IACC Members)

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SCORE Workshops

Registering to Sell to the Federal Government Market
Date: Friday, May 16, 2023
Time: 12:00 PM

These are a FREE online workshops hosted by SCORE

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Events & Promotional Opportunities
Downtown Vintage is a new Consignment and Resale shop in downtown Ionia.
Enjoy refreshments, shopping, and specials!
Ionia Chamber Golf Classic

One of the BEST Fridays of Spring! The event typically has 128 players and 12 volunteers helping to fund raise to fulfill the Chamber's mission of providing resources for businesses and promoting a vibrant community image.

Teams FULL

If you are unable to attend, there are many ways
to have your business represented
TEE SPONSORSHIP - $80/Each
Grand Prize Donations - $200+ Value
Raffle Prize Donation - $20 to $200 Value
Door Prize Donation - $20 or less Value
Bag Stuffers - coupons, freebies, etc. (see sponsorship guide for more ideas)
Other Sponsorship & Promotional Opportunities - CLICK HERE

Give us a call at 616-527-2560 to donate a prize or discuss other options! 
New Member Welcome Packets

When a business or organization becomes a Member of the Chamber, we send a packet of Welcome Information to help them become familiar with our Organization and fellowMembers.

Many of these new members are looking to fellow members to do business with, as well as getting more familiar with the many options in our community.

A coupon, special offer, or small free gift is a great way to encourage new Members to learn about your products and services and encourage future business and referrals.

This is a FREE opportunity for Chamber Members to participate in.

Please Contact us at (616) 527-2560 if you are interested in participating.
Please Help us Welcome Our Newest Members!
Member Employment Opportunities
Do You Have Employment Opportunities to Share?
Member & Community News
PFCU Awards McCrumb Scholarship to 10 High School Seniors

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40+ Biggby Locations use Moo-ville Milk for Coffee Drinks

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Dr. Stacy H. Young named Prsident at Manchester University

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American Pickers to Film in Michigan

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Have News you'd love for us to share?
Don't forget to add it to the Member Information Center!
Member Hot Deals
$15 Off Non-covered Eye Exams & 10% Off any Non-covered Glasses Purchase

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FREE Emergency Ready Profile Advantage

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Have a Public or Member-Only Deal you want us to share?
Don't forget to add it to the Member Information Center!
Member Events
Have an upcoming event you want us to share?
Don't forget to add it to the Member Information Center!
Community Events Calendar
Thursday, May 4

Saturday, May 13

Saturday, May 20 - Sunday, May 21

Thursday, June 1

Saturday, June 3

Saturday, June 10

Saturday, June 10

Saturday, June 17

Saturday, June 17
SMAT Community Day

Wed., June 21 - Sun., June 25

Thursday, June 29

Thursday, July 8

Saturday, July 10
Friday, July 14 - Saturday, July 22

Thursday, August 3

Saturday, August 12

Saturday, August 12

Saturday, August 12

Thursday, Sept. 7

Thursday, Sept. 7 - Sunday, Sept. 10

Saturday, Sept. 9

Saturdady, September 16
Expo Block Party

Friday, Sept. 22 - Sunday, Sept. 23
Wizard of Oz Festival

Thursday, October 26
Autumn Celebration / Chili Dawg Challenge

Sunday, October 29

Every Sat. 9am - 1pm | June 3 - Oct. 7
IONIA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
PREMIER PARTNERS
Thank you for your investment and support!
Hot Topics & Resources
April 26, 2023 - ALICE in the Crosscurrents: COVID and Financial Hardship in Michigan shows that the total number of financially insecure households rose by 4 percent between 2019 and 2021—double the 2 percent increase in the state’s overall population.

Click here for the newly released ALICE data for Ionia County.
Check back next month!
**IACC Member Benefit Spotlight**
Don't forget to submit your jobs, news, events, and deals to the Member Information Center by the FINAL Wednesday of each month to be included in our next Newsletter!
As always, please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or comments
Kat Hansen | Executive Director
Ionia Area Chamber of Commerce
(616) 527-2560
info@ioniachamber.net