Doug Luciani has been reappointed to the Grow Michigan Board of Directors. A public-private partnership, Grow Michigan provides loans from $500,000 to $3 million to profitable small Michigan businesses with proven and successful management teams. The nine-member Grow Michigan board has three appointees delegated from the Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF), which reappointed Luciani to…
Long before Traverse City began earning its reputation as a “foodie” town, a small local group of food pioneers established a buying club to secure fresh, wholesome food at a fair price. From those humble beginnings 41 years ago, Oryana Natural Foods Market in Traverse City has evolved into a thriving co-op with more than…
Outdoor recreation opportunities are what makes Northern Michigan a special place to live and work. Businesses that enhance the outdoor experience are also a growing part of the region’s commerce mix. Rush Watersports in Traverse City owned by Cameron Davies is one of those companies, and it’s on the move thanks to a $29,000 small…
The Chamber is proud to be among numerous community co-sponsors of the IAF’s China Conference, and it excited to have some its members and staff included among the presenters. The conference will feature two days of presentations and panel discussions held at both the City Opera House and at NMC’s Hagerty Center, starting with Thursday…
The Chamber’s Young Professionals continue to build their programming and resources, including the recent launch of a new website. Its features include: New 2014 Young Professionals program and committee information for current and prospective YPs, and their employers. Links to the YP social media pages including YP Facebook and YP blog posts. A YP events…
POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE: Administrative Assistant REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer FLSA STATUS: Full Time, Hourly $10-$12 per hour JOB DESCRIPTION: This position requires a highly organized, motivated, friendly, and energetic person to contribute to the Chamber’s wide range of administrative responsibilities and office support. This position will assist all departments with administrative tasks and…
Pure Michigan Business Connect, in partnership with the Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council, Women’s Business Enterprise Council – Great Lakes, and the Veteran Owned Business Roundtable, will be hosting an invite-only supplier matchmaking summit featuring Chrysler Group LLC, Ford Motor Company, General Motors and 40 of their tier one partners on July 22nd, 2014 in…
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Click below to read the letter from the West Michigan Policy Forum: Transportation Funding – Senator Arlan Meekhoff
The House-Senate Conference Committee has completed its negotiations on the long-awaited and critically-needed water resources development legislation. This is the first time in seven years that Congress has brought a water resources bill to the floor. This legislation promises to fix ailing locks and dams, improve ports and waterways, restore damaged ecosystems and create an…