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IN THIS ISSUE
- The 2023 Manistee Area Chamber Impact Report
- Legislative Advocacy: Chamber Day at the Capitol, Candidate Forum
- Economic Development: Manistee Beach Master Plan Open House
- Leadership & Professional Development: History Day, Community Clean-Up
- New Investors, Investor Updates, Ribbon Cuttings, Anniversaries
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The Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce is
delighted to share its 2023 Impact Report.
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Dear Chamber Investors,
Thank you for your continued support of the Manistee Area Chamber and, more importantly, Manistee County. Because of your support and efforts, we continue to see new investment in the community and renewed investment from the established businesses in the area. We are blessed to have numerous “Anchor” businesses throughout the County. These businesses cover all areas… agriculture, manufacturing, hospitality & service, education, and retail. Our “Anchors” have helped to clear the way for new investment in the County.
Furthermore, we are privileged to welcome new leaders and investors to our County, whether through new business ventures or changes in ownership. We must continue to embrace and support these new investors, while also recognizing and backing the "Anchor" businesses that have been the foundation of our community for decades.
Your leadership and partnership as investors are a testament to the future, and we highly value your ongoing support and participation. We are optimistic about the years to come and appreciate your involvement with the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce.
We kindly ask you to take a moment to peruse our 2023 Impact Report, which encapsulates a snapshot of our community's accomplishments over the past year.
Sincerely,
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Dennis McCarthy
Chamber Board Chair
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Stacie Bytwork
President & CEO
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Chamber Day at the Capitol
The Manistee Area Chamber was at Chamber Day with the Michigan Chamber of Commerce!
President & CEO, Stacie Bytwork, and Operations Manager, Carmen Kott represented Manistee in Lansing among business leaders, government affairs professionals, and local and regional chamber of commerce professionals to interact with policymakers about key issues facing Michigan employers and communities.
Bytwork also served on a panel that discussed Chamber of Commerce Leadership in Education and Workforce Development, with an emphasis on the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Business Leads Fellowship Program, in which Stacie is in the ninth cohort.
What an important opportunity for us to showcase our mission, values, and community involvement to state legislators!
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Final Call to Apply for the
BBB Trades Scholarship
The Better Business Bureau Western Michigan's Trades Scholarship is still accepting applications.
While the deadline for Window 1 has passed, the deadline to submit your application in Window 2 is June 1, 2024. Awards will be announced on June 15, 2024.
This scholarship goes to support students choosing to go into a trade following high school.
You are encouraged to share this information with any recent 2024 high school graduates who are employed or about to be employed with your business. This can help them alleviate some of the costs associated with the industry.
Eligible trades include: Construction Trades (including plumbing, electrical, roofing, concrete etc…), Welding, Landscaping, Painting, Heating and Cooling, Auto/Machinery Repair, Pest Control, and Tree Removal.
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2024 Chamber Golf Outing: Rally Your Team!
Tuesday, June 18, 2024, Crystal Mountain
The time to gathering your team of four is NOW! Join us for the Annual Chamber Golf Outing, presented by Smith & Eddy Insurance and Frankenmuth Insurance. Your team of four includes your entire day: 18 holes of golf, your golf cart, drinks, and lunch.
Come dressed alike and ready to swing your golf club to victory at Crystal Mountain. Whether you are a golfing pro or are looking to get started, we hope to see you on the green.
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Submit your entry to the Independence Day Parade!
All parade applications must be turned in by June 20. The Independence Day Parade will be held on July 4, at 10:00am right on River Street. SHOUT OUT TO OUR PARADE SPONSORS: Spicer Group Inc. and Edward Jones - Jeff Reau!
Is your business planning an event around the festival? Let us know!
We want to make sure you get added to our digital brochure. Send us your event by June 8 to be accepted into the digital brochure. All event submissions after the deadline will only go on the website.
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We always look for ways to get your name out there. For more information, please contact Carmen Kott at carmen@manisteechamber.com or 231-723-2575 to discuss your options. | |
Please welcome our new Chamber Investor! | |
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Red Pine Building & Design LLC: Red Pine Building and Design provides exteriors, additions, remodels, renovations, new constructions, and more. They serve Manistee, Mason, and Benzie counties.
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Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, June 5, 4:00 PM
555 1st Street, Manistee MI
Join us for the unveiling of the Armory Youth Project's new outdoor basketball court!
We are excited to welcome this new expansion to the Armory!
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Member Monday 2024
Episode 4: Portage Lake Association
Each Member Monday, a Chamber investor (selected at random) is given the chance to share a little bit about who they are and what they do within Manistee County.
This episode, we visit Roz Jaffe and Jean Capper of the Portage Lake Association at Onekama Village Park, in which we talk about the PLA's history, some of their summer programming, and a little bit about what makes Onekama such a special community.
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Regular LIVE Small Business News
Summit Business Guides
Ryan Howe of Summit Business Guides goes LIVE Mondays through Fridays from 8 - 9 AM EST to share some of the information he shares with his clients every day, giving you the chance to ask questions and add comments on the topic of the day.
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Spring Grant Cycle Recipients Announced
Manistee County Community Foundation
The Manistee County Community Foundation recently announced the recipients of nine grants totaling over $216,000 to help positively impact the quality of life across Manistee County.
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The 22nd Annual Manistee Shoreline Showcase Line-Up
Tuesdays at 7:00 PM, Rotary Gazebo, Douglas Park, First Street Beach
As the warm weather slowly arrives, Manistee Shoreline Showcase is planning another stellar season of music starting June 18. Concerts are free of charge, though donations are always appreciated to help keep this great music coming to Manistee! You can also tune into 99.3 FM to listen from your vehicle.
Rain/Cold/Wind site - Orchard Beach State Park Shelter House - 2064 Lakeshore Rd, Manistee, MI 49660
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Have an update for a future newsletter? Let us know! | |
Whether you have an event you would like the Chamber to attend, contact details in need of revision, or other updates, email Blade Gates at communications@manisteechamber.com. | |
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COMMUNITY TRANSFORMERS
These businesses have gone above and beyond to invest in the Chamber,
ultimately benefiting our community. Thank you!
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