| | January 2008 First 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 Ann Arbor Area Chamber Express by emailing Megan Turnbow, Marketing Director, or by calling 734.214.0108.
Thank you for your time,
Megan Turnbow |
| Check Out the Savings! Did you know that by using the Chamber's Member-2-Member Discount program you and all of your employees can take advantage of many great offers? What a great employee retention tool or just a great way to save you some much needed business capital. Here are two current Member-2-Member offers: Vinology Beer and Wine is offering 10%* off lunch everyday when you present your Chamber Membership Card. For more information contact Tony Minicilli or call 734.222.9841. * Not valid with any other promotions, excludes tax and gratuity. Join Travis Pointe Country Club as a new Resident Club or Junior Golf member for only $7500; $2500 at the time of application and pay off your balance over the next two years. Chamber members can also join as a House member and receive a tennis, swim, fitness and dining package for only $1500; $750 with application and $750 on your aniversary date. Swim members joining through the Chamber receive a swim, fitness and dining package for only $1,000; $500 with application and $500 on your aniversary date. Offer expires March 31, 2008. For more information contact David Loan, General Manager at 734.662.2582 ext. 26. check out all our Member-2-Member discounts |
Countdown to ACE Thursday, January 17, 2008 Washtenaw Community College Morris Lawrence Building 4800 E. Huron River Dr., Ann Arbor Registration & networking begins at 4pm 
ACE promotes the development, in Michigan, of high-growth potential new economy business ventures, attracting hundreds of entrepreneurs, service providers, investors, government agents and students. The event's interactive program includes presentations, business displays and networking. This year, ACE begins an hour earlier to kick off with early networking and a new series of workshops including: - Innovation in Michigan
- Tapping Michigan Resources
- The Migration from GM to Gee-Whiz
During the main program, attendees will watch the ACE elevator competition, in which six entrepreneurs compete in making three-minute pitches to a panel of venture capitalists and angel investors. MEDC Small Business Advocate, Publisher and TV & Radio Host Chris Holman will serve as the program's moderator. After the competition, the Great Lakes Entrepreneur's Quest will present Phase I Competition Awards at the event. |
Ann Arbor SPARK Events Upcoming Events: HOT SHOTS Career Connections Wednesday, January 23, 2008 Vinology Wine Bar 110 South Main St., Ann Arbor 5-7pm Bring your resume and come and mingle with growing, innovative companies in a fun and relaxed environment! This networking event brings together job seekers (talent) and companies seeking talent. Recruiters and staffing companies are asked to use an alternate venue to meet with these companies. A full list of the participating companies is on the SPARK website. Job Seekers Network: Resume 101 Monday, January 28, 2008 NorthRidge Church 49555 North Territorial, Plymouth 7pm (Room 2227) The Network will be led by Rick Duane, HR Director of the Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak, MI. For more information check the SPARK website. |
Mingle & Match Connecting Startups and Talent Thursday February 7, 2008 SPARK Central 330 E. Liberty, Ann Arbor 5pm - 7pm If you are launching a startup, and need people to help you, come to this high energy event. You will have an opportunity to quickly tell about your business and what kind of help you are seeking, (advisory board member, co-founder, employee that is willing to work for stock, consultant, etc.) followed by a networking session. To participate, send a one paragraph description of your business concept, along with a description of the talent that you are seeking, to Amy by January 31. Spaces are limited, so please sign up early! |
| Time is Running Out Nominate Someone for the ATHENA Award
The Award is presented annually by Chambers of Commerce, women's organizations and universities. The ATHENA™ Award is established through local host organizations in partnership with ATHENA™ International's national underwriters, local business and individual sponsors. Nominations are solicited and open to the public. An ATHENA™ sculpture is awarded to an individual in the community who meets specific criteria listed below along with a gifted donation to attend the National ATHENA™ conference in Chicago. THE CRITERIA ATHENA™ Award Recipients are individuals who: To nominate someone click on ATHENA™ Award then click on 'email ATHENA™ Award' and ask for a nomination form. Follow the instructions on the nomination form and submit. Or contact Debra Neal ATHENA™ Award Chairperson for Washtenaw County at 734.845.6993. DEADLINE The deadline for nominations is January 25, 2008. |
Ice Carving Extravaganza Friday, February 8 through Sunday, February 10, 2008 Downtown Ann Arbor Main Street Area The Main Street Area Association is sponsoring an "Ice Carving Extravaganza" featuring students from the University of Michigan Ice Carving team. The students will display their talents in the Main Street area downtown Ann Arbor by creating original sculptures as suggested by each business. Watch as they carve sculptures on the sidewalks in front of your favorite stores and restaurants on Main, Liberty, Washington, Fourth Avenue and Ashley. Friday, February 8, 6-10pm Saturday, February 9, 10am-6pm Sunday, February 10, 10am-6pm |
Pen and Ink Montage Poster Project Community Creations Inc. has started a campaign to create a hometown montage poster. This montage will be a pen and ink drawing of historical attractions and businesses in the area. Businesses will be asked to participate by purchasing space on the poster, receiving an artist's rendition of their company. This montage creates a visual time capsule of Ann Arbor's past and present and will be enjoyable by all members of our community for years to come. Individual businesses who choose to participate in this project will receive a signed and numbered print of the montage. Remaining prints will be available for purchase at our office. The proceeds from the sales of the montage prints will be used to enhance the programs and projects sponsored by the Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce. If you would like to see a copy of a current montage, please feel free to stop by the Chamber office or call Darla Barnes at 810.265.2444. Darla will also be happy to talk to you about your participation in the montage. |
Encouraging Community Involvement for 2008 The Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce is completing an effort to set our advocacy agenda for 2008. Part of our 2008 agenda is to assist and encourage Chamber members with their involvement in our community through a board or commission or a community opportunity. To further facilitate this effort we are conducting a membership-wide survey. The purpose of the survey is to measure businesses current engagement and interest in civic and community opportunities. Questions? Please contact Kristie Martin, VP of Governmental Affairs at 734.214.0101. |
| How Will it Benefit Your Business? Our New Membership Structure  For the past year, our staff and Board have worked on a new Membership Structure that focuses on increasing member's revenue, promoting employee retention, advocating for business in government and reducing our member's day-to-day business expenses.
New members and current members are currently being placed in our new Membership Structure. If you are interested in finding out what the new structure consists of, please visit our website to find out how your business can best benefit from this exciting new look at membership. Questions? Please contact Cheryl O'Brien, Membership Director, at 734.214.0107.
Together We Profit |
| | | Megan Turnbow, Marketing Director Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce email: megan@annarborchamber.org phone: 734.665.4433 web: http://www.annarborchamber.org |
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