"The risk of a wrong decision is preferable
to the terror of indecision"
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Maimonides
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With over 100 responses, this clearly shows that caution will be exercised by the public if given the opportunity to make choices. It is impossible to remove 100% of risk on anything. Consumers and employees make risky decisions every day. Our health officials have clearly defined the risks, and this snap poll tells us that some people are willing to take those risks.
BUDGETING PROCESS / CONTINGENCY PLANNING
What this also shows our members is; make financial plans for a slow and modest re-opening. Prepare a budget with 25%, 50% and 75% of "normal" business. What do you need to do for each of those possibilities? Staffing, hours, utilities, supplies, raw materials, work in process ... We are not going to hit a switch and be back to where we were in February. The plans you make today will prepare you for tomorrow!
PROPER - PLANNING - PREVENTS - POOR - PERFORMANCE
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Chamber Events, Education, Workshops
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PREMIUM Networking & Education Event
May's Happy Hour - Multi Chamber Event!
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Join
EMU, BACC, A2Y Regional, Canton, and Plymouth Chamber members as we host our next "Staying Connected" Virtual Networking Event!
5pm Wednesday May 20th!
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Business Referral Group
Tuesday May 19th - 9am
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Register once, and be reminded each week before the meeting. Our next meeting is on May 19th, 9am via ZOOM until we can meet again for coffee in person!. Register now, our group is growing
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Chamber Board Meeting
Wednesday May 20, 12pm
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Monthly Board Meeting for the BACC meets 12pm for a ZOOM Conference. Officers for the next year will be nominated and voted for. Our next public meeting should be in June (TBD) based on situation with stay at home orders.
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How to Position Your
Business For Future Growth ...
Wednesday May 20th, 2pm
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Special Guest
- Tom Borg will host this timely, cutting-edge webinar, you and your team will learn how to identify and implement strategies to grow your business in the post COVID-19 business economy.
Areas to be covered in this participatory webinar:
- 4 questions about your business you need to answer.
- How to identify the key result areas to work on your business during this window of opportunity.
- How to identify 1 key action step you must take now.
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Meet the Judicial Candidates
Forum May 27th, 6pm - 7:30pm
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The Chamber will be hosting a Meet the Judicial Candidates session from 6 to 7:30pm on Wednesday May 27th. Only the first 100 people that register can attend, save your seat by registering now.
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Leadership Thru Crisis - Recording
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This weeks workshop was recorded for your convenience. Learn what makes up a crisis, and what Leadership Traits are required!
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Get Ready to Get Back to Work
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Find those valuable resources below ...
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Preparedness ... are you ready?
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Regardless of the size of business you have, MiOSHA will require you to have a written plan in place. How will you screen employees? How will you maintain social distancing? What is your sick day policy? Are you flexible? This is a good guide and stimulates a lot of thought about the various things you can monitor!
Not everything is relevant to every business. This forces you to think about how your employees and customers will be protected.
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Legislature Looking for Input
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Our State Legislature has conducted a listening tour, and has developed a simple questionnaire at the below link. This is for any size business ... take 3 minutes and get your feedback to Lansing.
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MERC Guidance on Reopening - Best Practices
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View and download these presentations from the Michigan Economic Recovery Council
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Michigan Chamber - Growing List of PPE Suppliers
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Members, you are going to be required to have PPE for your employees, and in some cases your clients. Start shopping now to find reliable suppliers. The Michigan Chamber, has a growing list of suppliers. Bookmark this link, and start vetting who you want to do business with.
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MEDC Partners with Reopen Main Street to Provide Recovery Resources
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Main Streets across Michigan are currently operating in a new reality due to the impact of COVID-19. As a way to help Main Street directors, downtown development authority managers, small business owners and local stakeholders navigate the complexities of re-opening their local business districts, the MEDC has partnered with Reopen Main Street to compile a variety of recovery resources into one, easy-to-use website. The new website includes reopening strategies, ideas, hints and tips for businesses, business districts and organizations.
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HIRING YOUTH FOR THE R.E.A.L. SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich.
, May 12, 2020- In response to the Governor guidelines for reopening, Van Buren Township is hiring 12 youth positions, ages 16-24 years old, for the R.E.A.L. (Revealing Exceptionally Amazing Leaders) Summer Youth Program. Positions include Field Supervisor, Leaders, and Community Ambassadors/Counselors in Training. All positions are paid and range from $21.50-$11.50 per hour.
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Our doors may be locked, but remember we are
OPEN for Business!
If you should have any questions, comments, news, information, etc ..
Never hesitate to contact us!
(734) 516-0221
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