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August 27, 2020
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"If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything."
- Mark Twain
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MAIN EVENTS
FOOD TRUCK FUNDRAISER
Thursday 4pm
BHS Senior Class 2021
The Food Truck Rally will be held at BHS from 4pm ... 10% of the money spent is donated back to the 2021 BHS Senior Class! Come out and support the class, and get a great meal!
OUR NEWEST MEMBER IS HAVING A SALE - LETS’ SUPPORT THEM!
6673 N. Canton Center Road
August 27-29
ANNUAL FUNDRAISER FOR FALLEN POLICE OFFICERS AND FIREFIGHTERS
BYC + WARTHOGS
September 13th - 3pm
ONGOING FUNDRAISER
Order yours today, and we will hand deliver it Tuesday at the Networking Meeting
Without the ability to have main events like Golf Outings, the Chamber is selling these wonderful tumblers to help raise some money. Continuing to deliver you valuable networking, and educational opportunities does cost a bit of money! Get yours while they last!

Thinking about becoming a member? Get a Free Thermos while supplies last when you join!
BUSINESS REFERRAL GROUP MEETS TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 1ST
9AM - HORIZON PARK
Your Business Referral (Networking) group meets the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month. We are meeting at Horizon Park Gazebo at 9am, September 1st.

We do business with those we know, like, and trust - come out and get to know your fellow members. Find out how we can all help each other. Networking is the lowest cost marketing effort you can undertake.
VETERANS SUMMIT
September 15th
THIS WEEKS BLOG
THE VALUE OF A CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO BUSINESS
This is an outstanding article about the value to YOU on being a member of the Chamber of Commerce. Benefits such as; networking, support, resources, education, and much more are available.

We have just learned that 21 of our members have received over $337,000 in grants from Wayne County alone. When we add in the PPP loans secured, and other federal grants, loans, etc, this chamber has helped secure over $1 Million in funding since the onset of COVID.

If you are not a member, those are just a few of the reasons to become one. Continue reading below to read an objective review of why you should join!
AND THEN THERE'S THIS ...
COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES OPENING
FEMA approves extra $300 per week for Michigan unemployed

Correction to this article from Monday
Michigan residents still collecting unemployment assistance because of the COVID-19 pandemic are in line for an additional $300 per week payment from the federal government.

The Federal Emergency Management Administration on Friday approved the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency's application for the funding.

Governor Whitmer declined to match an additional $100 benefit that FEMA offered. This would have brought the benefit up to the $600 $400, plus the normal Michigan UIA
FREE TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
These SCORE webinars are free, and offered to anyone interested in small business.
Road Map to a Successful Business: Part 1- Fundamentals
Wed September 9,  6:30-8:30 PM
  • Learn about the key factors you need to know when starting a business, including business structure, marketing, banking, and the basics of funding your business.
Register:  HERE

Road Map to a Successful Business: Part 2- General Operating Practices
Wed September 16, 6:30 to 8:30 PM
  • Explore what it takes to manage a successful business, including planning and scheduling, record keeping, book keeping, cash flow management, tax considerations, and understanding contracts.
Register:  HERE
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(734) 516-0221 - CELL
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