| | August 2008 Second News Issue | Chamber Express eNewsletter |
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 |
| Get to Know Your Chamber Board
Ron Maurer
Vice President of Administration, Zingerman's Community of Business
Ron received both a BS in accounting and an MBA at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. Ron is a finance and operations executive with experience in manufacturing, information technology, banking and hospitality. His professional experience runs the gamut from start-ups to mature, publicly traded companies. Zingerman's Community of Businesses (ZCoB) consists of seven specialty food-related businesses in Ann Arbor, MI. Annual sales are in excess of $30 million and the company employees over 500 people. At Zingerman's, Ron is in charge of Accounting, Finance, Legal and Administrative matters, Human Resources, Information Technology and Marketing. Ron has developed and regularly teaches a number of internal finance classes for Zingerman's staff and is a highly rated presenter to profit and non-profit organizations that contract with ZingTrain, one of the ZCoB business units, for training. want to learn more about Chamber Board Members? |
Leadership Ann Arbor
APPLY BY FRIDAY AUGUST 29, 2008!
 Do you want to make lifelong connections in your community? Have you ever wanted to get firsthand knowledge of downtown economic development? Ever been on a ride along with an Ann Arbor police officer or gotten a tour of the City's recycling center? If you are looking for a way to connect with other leaders in Ann Arbor, enrolling in the Leadership Ann Arbor program is worth considering.
Once the class is full, applicants will have to wait another year so don't delay submitting your Leadership Ann Arbor application. A limited number of partial scholarships are available. Questions? Contact Lindsay McCarthy, Interim Marketing Director & Director of Programs & Events, at 734.214.0109. want to apply? |
KeyBank: Chamber members are entitled to the Key@Work Program where your employees can enjoy a wonderful package of benefits including free checks, free small safety deposit box, loan discounts and much more! Contact Emily O'Neal at 734.741.6615.
TDS Metrocom: Special terms & 5% off personal lines. Contact Cathy Sionkowski at 734.421.5106 for more information.
The Lead Institute: Chamber members receive $1000 tuition discount when they attend any 2008 LEAD Institute for High Potential Managers. Contact Kate Kedroske at 734.995.5222.
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Chamber Blood Drive
Wednesday, August 20
Ashley Terrace Condominiums
111 North Ashley, Ann Arbor
11am - 5pm
Sponsored by: Care Response
Did you know that every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs a pint of blood? Blood cannot be manufactured - it can only come from generous donors like you. Please help the American Red Cross of Washtenaw County replenish our community's blood supply by participating in the Chamber Blood Drive.
Advance registration is encouraged to get you in and out in the least amount of time. Please help make the Chamber Blood Drive a success by planning to donate. To register online enter the sponsor code: chamber. Click on Ann Arbor Chamber Drive and choose your desired time.
Questions? Contact Mary Crawford at 734.214.0105.
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Art IN Sight
Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce
115 West Huron Street, 3rd Floor, Ann Arbor
Curated by Distinct Designs, Inc.
 Paintings in oils and acrylics, nature scenes done in Motawi tiles, bronze sculptures of dance and even some eye-popping quilt art are on display at the Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce. You will have a tough time picking out your favorite at this latest display in the rotating art show. All the works are done by local artists, bringing not only beauty but an often-inspiring sense of creativity. This remarkable display is not just for Chamber staff, but it's for the general public as well. So plan to drop by soon and return often. A whole new collection will be hung on the Chamber's walls every six to nine weeks. The art in these showings also may be purchased. And some of the pieces are quite reasonable. It almost goes without saying that an original work of art, whether large or small, is a major step up from that poster that's been hanging on your wall. For example, one quilt in this show features a map of Ann Arbor. Now imagine a quilted map of the city that highlights points of interest for your business or for someone you love. You could commission such a quilt. Here is a gift that could hardly be more original, or personal. The general public is invited to stroll through the Chamber's halls weekdays any time between 9am and 5pm. If your business is interested in purchasing art or participating in the Art IN Sight program, contact Diane Bennett at 734-427-3824. want more information? |
Eastern Michigan University Tailgate Party
Thursday, August 28
Outside EMU's Football Stadium, Ypsilanti
5:30pm - 7pm Join the Ann Arbor Area and Ypsilanti Area Chambers of Commerce for a Joint Chamber Night at EMU's Football Stadium for EMU's first home game against Indiana. Come network in a casual, family friendly atmosphere with members of both Chambers. Enjoy hot dogs, drinks and snacks in the Chamber tent.
Exclusive offer for Chamber Members - $3.00 per ticket. Seats are limited so email Jennifer Coleman today to reserve your spot. |
Local Blood Supply at Low Levels
Donors Needed  The Southeastern Michigan Blood Services Region of the American Red Cross is facing alarmingly low blood levels and is struggling to meet the requests of local hospitals. In order to meet the needs of patients in 43 local hospitals, the Region should maintain a minimum three-day supply of all eight blood types. Eligible donors are asked to call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1.800.448.3543) or go online to find a drive. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, be in general good health and present a valid state-issued photo ID or Red Cross donor card upon donation. The schedule for upcoming Ann Arbor area blood drives in August is: Tuesday, August 19
9am - 3pm, Altarum, 3520 Green Court, Ann Arbor
Wednesday, August 20
10am - 4pm, U-M Hospital Health Care, 3621 South State Street, Ann Arbor
11am - 5pm, Ashley Terrance Condominiums, 111 North Ashley, Ann Arbor *Chamber Blood Drive
Monday, August 25
9am - 3pm, Trinity Lutheran Church, 1400 West Stadium Boulevard, Ann Arbor
9am - 3pm, U-M Wolverine Towers, 3003 South State Street, Ann Arbor
Thursday, August 28
2pm - 8pm, Peace Lutheran Church, 8260 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor
7am - 1pm, U-M Hospital, East Hospital Drive, Ann Arbor
1pm - 7am, U-M Hospital, East Hospital Drive, Ann Arbor
Friday, August 29
7am - 1pm, U-M Hospital, East Hospital Drive, Ann Arbor
1pm - 7am, U-M Hospital, East Hospital Drive, Ann Arbor
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Market Research Projects with UM Ross School of Business
Application Deadline: Friday, September 5
The Marketing Research Design and Analysis course here at the Ross School of Business; University of Michigan is looking for potential projects for the fall semester. This is an opportunity for your organization to work with a group of BBA or MBA students on your research problems of interest. The only constraint is that the project has to involve a survey.
It is possible to submit more than one proposal. It is anticipated that we can accommodate up to 20 projects across all the three classes. The precise number is impossible to anticipate in advance, although we hope to minimize the number of proposals going without groups. The deadline for proposal submission is FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2008.
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go!pass dash
Sunday, September 7 - Friday, September 12 
The go!pass dash is a fun new contest to encourage you to try the bus. Anyone with a go!pass can participate.
To participate, simply ride an AATA Bus, take the Link, park at a Park and Ride Lot and bus to town, use Nightride or the a2Chelsea Express anytime from Sept 7-12. Then fill out an entry form (available on the getDowntown website during that week) to be entered in some fabulous prize drawings.
The Prizes: - One lucky winner will be drawn at random from all eligible entries. That person will win 5 free $25 gift certificates to downtown restaurants!
- One lucky organization will be drawn at random from all eligible entries. Everyone from that organization who participated will win a $5 Gift Card from Sweetwaters Coffee and Tea!
- The person who rides the bus the most times during that week will win a bag full of AATA swag, a $10 gift certificate from BD's Mongolian BBQ and a $5 Gift Card from Sweetwaters Coffee and Tea.
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Downtown Energy Saving Grant Program The Downtown Development Authority has set aside $200,000 for this Energy Saving Grant Program in 2008/09. The intention is to distribute these funds to as many locations as feasible or as there is interest. The program consists of the following:
Phase I: Energy audit of a downtown building or business space by a contractor recommended by the City of Ann Arbor Energy Office, followed by a consultation to determine the steps that could be taken to reduce building energy use and costs. Estimated cost for this phase is $2,500 - $4,000, to be fully paid for by the DDA. A qualified energy audit must be completed before eligibility for Phase II of this grant program.
Phase II: Installation of energy-saving measures, which may including such steps as new heating and cooling equipment, installation of energy-efficient windows or calking, renewable energy systems such as solar panels or geo thermal systems, etc. In this program phase, project costs will be shared equally by the business/building owner and the DDA, up to $20,000 each.
The deadline for application for the first round of grants is September 30, 2008.
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