AMBASSADOR'S CORNER
Angela Hine
Commercial Loan Officer
Wildfire Credit Union

Wildfire Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution founded in 1937. Our community charter provides membership eligibility to anyone who works, lives, worships, or attends school throughout the state of Michigan.

The vision of Wildfire Credit Union is to build lifelong relationships that benefit our members and communities and to be the most trusted financial partner for our members.
Like all financial institutions, we offer a full range of personal and business services to meet your immediate and future financial needs.

With respect to small businesses, Wildfire Business Services offers a highly specialized team to meet your financial needs. This includes comprehensive lending and deposit services with expertise in commercial, cannabis-related, and small business needs. Wildfire is also an SBA-approved lender.

My commitment to serving in the community is so strongly supported by Wildfire Credit Union both in time allocation and financially with sponsorships and visibility. I also am personally living my best life with the Wildfire family supporting me personally with a trustworthy network of team members, The old saying “choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life” is no truer than at Wildfire Credit Union.

If you may need credit in the next 12 months, reach out to discuss your options with Wildfire Credit Union!
Do you enjoy mentoring and meeting new people? Maybe you have the calling to become an Ambassador?
Our ambassadors play a crucial role to maintain contact with Chamber members and help them recognize and utilize the value of their membership. They also ensure you are getting what you want out of our membership.

Ambassadors serve in many ways, such as:

  • Greeting members at Chamber functions and performing other goodwill projects such as ribbon cuttings, etc.
  • Encouraging participation of current members at Chamber functions
  • Visiting members in their businesses, and subsequently providing feedback to the Chamber
  • Mentoring new members

If you would like to know more about being a Chamber Ambassador, contact Deena at deenakalb@mt-pleasant.net.
Referral Over Business Member of the Month
Carrie Smith
I grew up in the central Michigan area and enjoy living and working in the community that I serve. I have worked in the financial industry since 1980 and take pride in helping people achieve their homeownership dreams. My commitment to service allows me to work within your schedule and be available at your convenience. I will be involved from the beginning to the end of the mortgage process. My goal is to know more than just your numbers--I want to earn your trust and become a lifelong lender for you and your family.

If you are considering the purchase of your first home, building the home of your dreams, refinancing, funding an investment property, or looking for that retirement getaway -- having someone who understands your needs will make all the difference in the world. Please call me today and let me personally show you that home financing can be simple!
Isabella Bank is a full-service bank located in central Michigan offering conventional, FHA (government), jumbo, first-time homebuyer, and low-to-moderate income buyer programs. We are proud to be members of our local Realtor Associations and Home Builder Associations.
Imagine having a focus group working for you to find referrals for your business.
If this interests you, please reach out to deenakalb@mt-pleasant.net to learn more about the NEW Referrals Over Breakfast Group. Category suggestions for the new group:
  • Assisted Living
  • CPA's
  • Attorneys
  • Plumbing
  • Auto Dealers
  • Restaurants
  • Employment Agencies
  • Home Improvement
  • Physical Therapy
  • Home Health Care
  • Retail
  • Electricians
  • Heating
  • Auto Aftermarket Service
  • Non-Profits
  • Website Designers, technicians, etc.
  • Beauty Salons
*One business per category per group based on first come bases.
Once we have up to 8 committed members, all members of the group will be contacted and will meet at the chamber office to firm the meeting date and time. ALL group members must be a chamber member in good standing.
AROUND MT. PLEASANT

Live United Awards & Campaign Celebration

Thurs., May 19
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Live United

Join us for cocktails (cash bar) and hors d'oeuvres as we celebrate a successful 2021-22 Community Campaign.

The event will take place at the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort on Thursday, May 19th.

Little Sprouts Yoga

Fri., May 20
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Mt. Pleasant Discovery Museum

Join us every Friday from 10:30-11 for Little Sprouts Yoga! This program is included with $8 admission!

Colored Pencil Drawing: Beginners Course

Sat., May 21
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Art Reach of Mid Michigan

Colored Pencil Drawing: Beginners Course will teach you how to use and blend your colored pencils. Students will learn about the different types of pencils and their uses, color theory layering, and blending.

This 8-week class meets 11 am-1 pm, Saturdays, April 2 through May 21 in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach in Mount Pleasant.
Tacos & Tequila
 
Sat., May 21
6:30 pm
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort

Try delicious Tacos and Mexican dishes from the area’s top restaurants along with specialty Tequila cocktails. Enjoy a live musical performance by WAR.

Lego League

Tues., May 24
4:00 pm - 5:00 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant Discovery Museum

Join MPDM staff members for Lego building in one of our community rooms every Tuesday from 4-5 pm!
Included with $8 admission.
Upcoming Shows & Events -
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort

Sat, June 18 at 8:00 pm
Click Below to View Ticket Information
Spectrum REACH
Looking for volunteer opportunities?
The Chamber is in need of volunteers for this year's annual golf outing. The outing will take place on July 27th from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm at
The Pines at Lake Isabella. For any questions please contact
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
CALLING ALL PHOTOGRAPHERS
It's that time again and we will be working on our 2023 Membership Directory and Community Guide. If you are interested in submitting your area and community photos, please contact Deena at deenakalb@mt-pleasant.net for details.
Join us for your networking "POP- IN 4 LUNCH"
Join us for our May
"POP IN 4 LUNCH"
Wednesday, May 25th

This month our host will be
Buck's Run Golf Club
1559 S. Chippewa Rd., Mt Pleasant, MI 48858
11:30am - 1:00pm

Come join us for networking and some great food and prizes!
Lunch is on you, but our host will be providing complimentary soft drinks.
Limited to 35 Mt. Pleasant Chamber members,
so please register or contact the Chamber at 989.772.2396.
*Bring plenty of business cards for networking and get ready
for the round table introductions!
Have you scheduled your ribbon cutting yet
Are you a new business member? Have an anniversary this year? New management? Ribbon cuttings add the pizazz while you promote your:

  • Large expansion or major remodel
  • Moved to a new location
  • New ownership
  • Groundbreakings
  • Commemorative/milestone anniversaries (10,25, 50 years)
  • and more- at all extra cost!
Email deenakalb@mt-pleasant.net to schedule now!
GAIN VISABILITY for your Business with New Member Welcome Kits
Get exposure to new chamber members by adding your special offer
or certificate to our Basic and Chairman's level membership.
If your organization would like to add a special coupon, offer,
or certificate to either membership level, please contact
Deena Kalbfleisch at deenakalb@mt-pleasant.net for details.
DID YOU KNOW?
Does your business have a deal going on or an open position(s) you'd like to post?
Please log in to your member account at www.mt-pleasant.net for FREE!
  • Job Openings
  • Hot Deals
  • News Releases
  • Events
  • Member-to-Member Deals
  • Etc.
For details, please reach out to Deena at deenakalb@mt-pleasant.net.
Question?
Do you know of any local businesses that would be interested in joining the
Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce?

For information and benefits about joining the Mt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce, contact Deena at deenakalb@mt-pleasant.net.
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