September 2017
Check Your Attic...
Your chamber is looking for old memorabilia to help celebrate our 125th Anniversary next year. We need your help! Talk to your parents, grandparents, and look in old boxes and basements to see if you can find anything of relevance. Examples include: old brochures, posters, booklets, membership plaques, awards etc.

We are currently working with the Heritage Museum, the Hackley Public Library and the Lakeshore Museum Center on this significant celebration. Do you want to help us as well? Contact our front desk for more information on how you can get involved and also to donate your memorabilia today!
Congratulations Chamber Classic Winners!
AM First Place team: Republic Services (left picture)
PM First Place team: Lincoln Golf Club (right picture)
Longest Drive Men - AM: Ryan Oosting, Morgan Stanley
Longest Drive Men - PM: Peter Medema, Fifth Third Bank - Seminole

Longest Drive Women - AM: Michelle Van Hemert, Workbox Staffing - Whitehall Office
Longest Drive Women - PM: Jean Gallagher, Sonus Hearing Care Professionals

Longest Putt Men - AM: Bruce Smith, Sidock Group, Inc.
Longest Putt Men - PM: Trip Johnson, G&L Chili Dogs

Longest Putt Women - AM: Cathy Ferguson, Blue Cross Blue Shield/Blue Care Network of Michigan
Longest Putt Women - PM: Brennan Hallberg, Manpower

Golf Outing By The Numbers:
  • 50 Teams (Sold Out for the 3rd Year in a Row)
  • 120+ Raffle Prizes
  • 40 Sponsors
  • 35+ Volunteers
  • $2,000+ donated to silent observer

Thank you to our sponsors, golfers, raffle donors, volunteers, and everyone else involved for supporting the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce and making this the best outing yet!
Thanks again to our tournament sponsor, Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge!
What is a Roundtable?
Are you looking to share best practices and business ideas with other business owners? If you have annual sales up to $5 million you could benefit from Business Owner Roundtable meetings   with a group of peers.

ABOUT THE ROUNDTABLES
  • Comprised of no more than 10 members in non-competing businesses of similar size
  • Topics will be determined by members
  • Meet monthly for 1.5 hours
  • Annual cost is $120 for Chamber members

WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
Business owners i nterested in peer to peer learning in a confidential setting and are able to meet on a regular basis.

If you would like to participate in peer-to-peer groups or learn more, contact Dawn Johnson at  [email protected]  or 231-722-3751.
Nominations Open!
We are currently seeking nominations for company leaders to join the   Chamber Board of Directors .   Click here  for more information, including the criteria and qualifications needed.
Mercy Health Appoints New President
Your chamber is excited that our former Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce Board Chair is now the President of Mercy Health. Gary's positive leadership style will be a great asset for our healthcare community and for the chamber. We look forward to working with Gary on new partnerships and collaborations.

Congratulations, Gary Allore!
Member Benefit: Lakeshore Community Cash
Show your employees, clients or coworkers how much you appreciate them this holiday season by giving them a personalized Lakeshore Community Cash certificate. Enjoy company branded holiday packaging on purchases over $500 and 3% off purchases over $5,000!   Click Here  for a corporate gifting order form.

Lakeshore Community Cash certificates keep money in our community and offers area employers an easy and highly appreciated platform for gifting.  Click Here  to learn more or view a list of participating merchants.
RESPECT Highlight
Environment. Muskegon County's water-based economy is built on advanced freshwater education and research, an innovative and dynamic business community, and destination appeal. Understanding and participating in the unique environment we have here in Muskegon can lead to new relationships, new business investment, workforce talent, and overall economic growth. Take time to experience all that Muskegon County has to offer and encourage those around you to do the same.
Monday, October 2
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Ribbon Cutting: 4:30 PM
Location: 1205 Peck St.

Thursday, October 5
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Muskegon Country Club

Friday, October 13
Time: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Ribbon Cutting between 1 - 2 PM
Location: 1700 E Apple Ave.

Wednesday, October 25
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 26 E Broadway
Date:  Friday, September 29
Time:  7:30 - 9:00 AM
Location:  Holiday Inn and Conference Center
Topic:  Find out what is happening in Washington. No fake news, just the facts! U.S. Representative Bill Huizenga will speak frankly about the health care bills, infrastructure, taxes and more.
Sponsored by:  Good Temps, Parmenter O'Toole

Date:  Thursday, October 12
Time:  5:00 - 7:00 PM
Location:  Muskegon County Airport
Topic:  Mix with friends and business associates to strengthen business relationships, while learning more about your local airport.
Sponsored by:  Muskegon County Airport

Date:  Thursday, October 19
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: West Michigan Works!
Topic: The Muskegon STAR! Program provides individuals the tools to excel at customer interaction and enhance the overall experience for tourists, guests, friends, and fellow employees. BE THE REASON someone moves to, invests in, or visits the Muskegon Lakeshore.
Brought to you by : Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce, West Michigan Works!

Date: Friday, October 27
Time:  7:30 - 9:00 AM
Location:  Holiday Inn and Conference Center
Topic:  Join us for a breakfast to hear from Charles Robertson, CEO of Pearl Seas Cruises.
Sponsored by: Best Financial Credit Union and Worksighted

REGISTRATION FOR ALL EVENTS CAN BE MADE ONLINE. CLICK HERE
September 11 - Bakker Auto & Marine

September 4 - Good Temps Staffing

August 28  - Shoreline Vision


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Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Care Network of Michigan
Mercy Health of Muskegon
Sonus Hearing Care
Warner Norcross & Judd