| | Hello Megan! The purpose of the Chamber Express is to keep members up-to-date on all events, programs and news at the Chamber office.
Please let us know if you have any suggestions, comments or questions relating to this issue of the Chamber Express by emailing Lindsay McCarthy, Interim Marketing Director & Director of Programs and Events, or by calling 734.665.4433.
Thank you for your time,
Lindsay McCarthy |
Seminar Series
Tuesday, August 26
Sandler Sales Institute
2750 South State Street, Ann Arbor
3pm - 5pm
 "The Seven Deadly Sins of Negotiating"
Presenter - Joe Marr, President, Sandler Sales Institute, Marr Professional Development
Everything you want is owned or controlled by someone else, so you are negotiating all the time! Joe will outline the seven most common mistakes that lead to leaving money on the table or being stuck in unhealthy business transactions, and offer tactics that help you avoid committing these "sins".
Joe Marr has over 20 years experience organizing, training, coaching and managing high technology sales professionals worldwide, in medical device, analytical chemistry, microbiology, biotechnology, high purity water and dental markets. He runs the Sandler Sales Institute in Ann Arbor, MI where he has helped hundreds of businesses become more effective at selling, and writes the "Selling Smart" column for the Ann Arbor Business Review. FREE Chamber Members / $20 Prospective Members There are still a few seats left! Walk-ins are welcome.
Questions? Contact Lindsay McCarthy at 734.214.0109.
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Thursday, August 28 & September 4
Zingerman's Next Door Upstairs
422 Detroit Street, Ann Arbor
7am - 9am
Jesse will be at Even Thursdays on Thursday, August 28 and September 4.  Jesse Bernstein, President & CEO, will be talking to business owners and community members about their issues at Zingerman's Upstairs from 7am - 9am. Joining Jesse at Even Thursdays is a great way to have your voice heard in all types of business concerns. Jesse has created an informal environment to find solutions to problems that may be affecting your business. more on Even Thursdays |
Bank of Ann Arbor's Sonic Lunch
Thursday, August 28 Liberty Plaza
12pm - 2pm
 Lunch in downtown Ann Arbor is rocking! Bank of Ann Arbor has teamed up with Ann Arbor's 107one and the Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce to serve Bank of Ann Arbor's Sonic Lunch, an outdoor summer concert series at Liberty Plaza. Enjoy top local bands as they perform Thursdays from 12pm - 2pm from June through September. Downtown restaurants are offering lunch specials you can bring to the park and catch all the music. Bank of Ann Arbor's Sonic Lunch series on August 28th is MacPodz. Upcoming bands include: September 4 - BumpSeptember 11 - The Roadhouse Revival Band September 18 - Laith Al Saadi September 25 - Dave Sharp Mark your calendar for Bank of Ann Arbor's Sonic Lunch on Thursdays at Liberty Plaza (the corner of South Division and Liberty). For lunch specials, band schedule and more information, visit Sonic Lunch. want more information? |
Wednesday, September 10
Kensington Court Ann Arbor
610 Hilton Boulevard, Ann Arbor
7:30am - Registration, networking & continental breakfast
8am - 1:30pm - Program with lunch
Executive Sponsor: 
Headliner Sponsors:
 
Groundbreaker Sponsors:
Ann Arbor Transportation Authority
Atwell-Hicks
Bank of Ann Arbor
Butzel Long
Chase
Weidmayer, Schneider, Raham & Bennett, PC
Speakers:
Roger Fraser, City Administrator, City of Ann Arbor
Robert E. Guenzel, County Administrator, Washtenaw County
Dr. William Miller, Superintendent, Washtenaw Intermediate School District
Dr. Todd Roberts, Ed.D, Superintendent, Ann Arbor Public Schools
This year, attendees can choose from two breakout sessions where there will be a closer look at the issues and the challenges. This is your opportunity to learn more about the topics, ask questions and find our how you can help meet these challenges. The sessions will consist of:
1) "The Schools" Dr. Bill Miller, Dr. Todd Roberts and other school administrators will be heading up discussions on the innovative programming going on in area schools, the gaps in the financial structure and plans for developing a 'Washtenaw Promise.'
2) "Local Government" Roger Fraser and Bob Guenzel, among other local government leaders, will be leading discussions regarding ongoing and future collaboration efforts, government efficiency, your predictions of your local government and the difficult choices that will need to be made.
At Impact 2008, local leaders will be providing conference attendees with a picture of the current state of affairs as well as a vision of hope for the future. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with leaders and administrators from Ann Arbor Public Schools and Washtenaw Intermediate School District and government officials from the City of Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County in a community dialogue on the issues of cooperation, collaboration and shared services.
Cost: $65 Chamber members / $75 Prospective members; after September 5th, $85 for everyone
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NetWorks!
Thursday, September 11
Four Points by Sheraton Ann Arbor
3200 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor
11:30am - 1pm
Sponsored by: Care Response
 "GenX and GenY go Head to Head on Generational Marketing for Your Business"
Derek Mehraban, GenX CEO of Ingenex Digital Marketing and Ross Johnson GenY CCO of Ingenex Digital Marketing go head to head to explore marketing across generations.
Different generations = different media + different messages. What does Gen Y pay attention to? How digitally savvy are todays Boomers? What role does Gen X play in the middle? How can you capitalize on these trends for your business?
Gen X: Derek Mehraban has enjoyed a successful 15-year career as a creative marketing professional and leader in the digital marketing industry. Mehraban has amassed considerable experience leading online and offline marketing efforts for consumer products, automotive, healthcare, manufacturing, education and business-to-business clients. Mehraban is a graduate of Michigan State University, and worked for DMB&B, Campbell-Ewald, and Q LTD before founding Ingenex in 2006.
Gen Y: Ross Johnson has been building client web sites since 1997. As founder of 3.7 Designs and co-founder of Ingenex Digital Marketing, Johnson is known for his leading edge web design and strategic leadership on search engine optimization, pay per click management, e-commerce, social media, blogging and podcasting strategy for clients. Johnson is a part time instructor at Washtenaw Community College, founder of Refresh Detroit, and the web site chair for the Ann Arbor Ad Club.
$25 Chamber members / $30 Prospective members
Please pre-register by noon on Wednesday, September 3rd.
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Morning Edition Wednesday, September 24* note change of date Weber's Inn
3050 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor
7am - 8:45am Sponsor: KeyBank
 Russ Collins, Executive Director, Michigan Theater
Russ hosts this dynamic program to keep members informed and up-to-date on vital local issues and offer opportunities to network with fellow Chamber members.
 Dr. Susan Martin, President, Eastern Michigan University
This impressive Michigan native who graduated high school at 16 is an experienced academic, administrator and leader who joins EMU from UM-Dearborn.
 Jean Jennings, President and Editor-in-Chief, Automobile MagazineHear some straight talk from the clever leader of one of the world's most respected automotive journals.  Bob Guenzel, Chair, Washtenaw County Literacy Coalition
More than 12% of Washtenaw County's population is illiterate - a number unchanged in the past 10 years. Learn how this dislocating issue is being addressed through the county-wide Blueprint to End Illiteracy.
John Hilton, Editor, Ann Arbor Observer
The Observer is more than a wonderful monthly magazine that thoughtfully covers the Ann Arbor area. Learn about all they do to promote the Ann Arbor area.
Jan Lockwood, Director, Michigan Film Office
Hooray for Michiwood!! This Michigan State office assists and attracts TV and movie production companies to Michigan. Come learn how tax incentives have created an explosion of Michigan-based film production activity.
Please pre-register by noon on Tuesday, September 23rd.
$25 Chamber members / $30 Prospective members
Please pre-register by noon on Tuesday, September 23rd.
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Special Luncheon for Chamber Members with Michigan Prisoner ReEntry Initiative (MPRI)
Thursday, September 25
Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce
115 West Huron Street, 3rd Floor, Ann Arbor 12pm - 1pm
Sponsored by: MPRI & the Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce Crime rates impact the quality of life in every community. Crime affects businesses, and contributes to the perception that a community is either friendly or hostile. While Ann Arbor has a relatively low crime rate overall, the rate at which previously incarcerated residents re-offend and return to prison is the highest in the state! Many who commit crimes and go to prison return without opportunities for legal employment - leading to a revolving door of crime and incarceration that negatively affects the entire community.
MPRI uses evidence-based strategies to assist county residents who are returning from prison to successfully reintegrate back into our community. The Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce and its members have been instrumental in this success.
MPRI and the Ann Arbor Chamber invite you to join us on Thursday, September 25th, from 12pm - 1pm for a delicious lunch catered by the Earl of Sandwich and an opportunity to learn about this exciting new strategy to create a safer community for everyone!
FREE and open only to Chamber members. Pre-registration is required.
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SAVE THE DATE Chamber Year Ender
Thursday, December 4
Kensington Court Ann Arbor
610 Hilton Boulevard, Ann Arbor
4:30pm - 7pm Adults only please. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Barbara Davenport at 734.214.0104. |
Lindsay McCarthy, Interim Marketing Director &
Director of Programs and Events Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce |
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