Tuesday, March 5

Government Affairs Committee

2:30 pm

Chamber office

305 N. Pontiac Trail, Ste. A, Walled Lake 48390

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The Government Affairs committee is comprised of non-partisan business professionals who work closely with the six community’s elected officials which the Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce represents. The committee members act as liaisons, making connections for chamber members, chamber board, local commerce and community residents. The committee considers and reviews local, state and national issues that directly impact the Lakes Area community.

Thursday, March 8

Spotlight Lunch

11:30 am

Red Lobster

27760 Novi Road, Novi 48377

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LACC members meet monthly at various chamber member eateries for this informal networking lunch. FREE soft drink provided with your meal purchase. No reservation required. Another great networking opportunity ... check it out!

Join members from both the Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and the Novi Chamber of Commerce at this After-Hours Networking event. Appetizers Provided / Cash Bar.

No cost for Lakes Area or Novi Chamber members, but reservations are required.

Bring plenty of business cards for networking & door prize drawings.

Join us in welcoming new member Tony Vitale and the staff of this new area restaurant. Light refreshments will be served ... Join us for the fun ...

Bring plenty of business cards and enjoy a light breakfast along with some great networking. Find out more about this member business and meet your next customer before you even get to the office. Thursdays are better when you start them out at the Chamber Coffee Connect - Hope to see you there ...

Join Tom Powers of Insight Business Coaching for this complimentary workshop offered exclusively to LACC members. Find out how to seperate your business from the competition and dominate your target market. Seating is limited, pre-registration is

required by calling the Chamber office at 248.624.2826.

Wednesday, March 21

Multi-Chamber Ribbon Cutting Celebration

11:30 am - 12:30 pm (ribbon cutting at 12 pm)

Center for Performance Arts and Learning

28243 Beck Road, Unit B-2, Wixom 48393

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Join members from both the Lakes Area and Novi Chamber of Commerce at this Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Celebration. You'll be amazed at the variety of services offered at this new member business. Join us and find out more ...

Please join us as we celebrate the newly remodeled banking center. Enjoy giveaways while you mix and mingle over lunch with Comerica staff. Don't miss this one!!!

Tuesday, March 27

Annual Meeting / State of the Lakes Luncheon

11:30 am

Edgewood Country Club

8399 Commerce Road, Commerce 48382

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Register Online HERE

This annual meeting is your opportunity to hear first-hand information and talk with local government officials about issues that affect your business and your bottom line.

Reservations Required.

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Wednesday, March 28

Ambassador Meeting

10 am

Chamber office

305 N. Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake 48390

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Ambassadors are making great things happen. If you're interested in joining the group, contact Laura at [email protected] . Join the fun!!

The Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering again with the City of Wixom and Michigan Works of Oakland County for a Spring Job Fair.

The West Oakland Regional Job Fair organized by these groups last fall was sold out, so if you are hiring and want to participate don't delay in reserving your booth space!

For more information, contact the Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce at 248.624.2826.

PRESENTING

SPONSORS:

Annual Chamber Golf Outing

Monday, May 14, 2018

Edgewood Country Club

8399 Commerce Road

Commerce 48382

Registration / Breakfast 9-10 am

Shotgun Start 10:30 am

Watch Your Emails for more info...

2 Moms & A Mop /

Aardvark Commercial Services

Brian Galbraith - 248.714.5742

Member Since: 2017

Advance Plumbing Supply of Walled Lake

Ben Gorback - 248.669.7474

Member Since: 2015

Army - Reserve in Michigan & Active Duty

Sgt. Olen Jessie - 517.862.5209

Member Since: 2016

Color Consulting & Interior Redesign, LLC

Jill Wallace - 248.931.9354

Member Since: 2012

Edgewood Country Club

Brian Bach - 248.363.7112

Member Since: 2004

Embroidery Artists, LLC

Margaret Wright - 248.366.3124

Member Since: 2015

First & Main

Assisted Living & Memory Care

Kari West - 248.387.2961

Member Since: 2017

Heart & Harp LLC

Diane Dunn - 313.938.9847

Member Since: 2005

LegalShield

Jim Szegi - 248.343.6717

Member Since: 2008

McSweeney Electric

Bob Kreza - 248.465.1045

Member Since: 2008

Oakland Community College -

Highland Lakes Campus

Dr. Timothy Walter - 248.942.3223

Member Since: 1983

Quality Affordable Health Insurance

Dave Pickering - 248.682.1598

Member Since: 1994

Skull Island Camp

Kathryn Chipman - 248.789.2223

Member Since: 2017

State Representative Klint Kesto

Klint Kesto - 517.373.1799

Member Since: 2014

Wendy's Restaurant-Wixom

Kathleen Tarket - 248.347.1089

Member Since: 2000

Wilcox Realty Group-Keller Williams

Randy Wilcox - 248.224.7653

Member Since: 2008

1st Friday Coffee Connect at Michigan Eye & Contact Lens

Friday, February 2, 2018

Thanks to Michigan Eye & Contact Lens for hosting the Chamber’s 1st Friday Coffee Connect. For more information about

Dr. Alexandra Williamson and the cutting edge technology being offered, call 248.859.4221 or visit their office at

42081 W. 14 Mile Road in Novi.

Winter Wonder Bowl at Wonderland Lanes

Sunday, February 11, 2018

Thanks to everyone who braved the cold weather and icy road conditions to join us for the Winter Wonder Bowl on Sunday, February 11.

Thanks to Wonderland Lanes for hosting, our sponsors for supporting the event, our volunteers for making it all happen and the bowlers for your participation! A special thanks to Margaret Wright and Cara Gardner for Co-Chairing this event for the past several years - you do a great job!

We're already working on a theme for next year's event ...

3rd Thursday Coffee Connect - The Villa at Green Lakes Estates

Thursday, February 15, 2018

Our hosts Cena Brown, Admissions Director and Cheryl Drew, Administrator at The Villa at Green Lake Estates made everyone feel right at home at the 3rd Thursday Coffee Connect. Thanks for the wonderful breakfast and your hospitality. It was a pleasure learning more about your beautiful facility.

Ribbon Cutting Celebration at Sweetwater Entertainment

Monday, February 19, 2018

It's official - Sweetwater Entertainment is open for business! Located at 1450 S. Hospital Road in Waterford, they offer live concerts and comedy shows, terrific food and a fantastic beverage selection along with a great atmosphere to hang out with friends and family.

Stop by and check it out and tell them you're from the Lakes Area Chamber!

BEMER n' Bagels Education Event at the Chamber office

Tuesday, February 20, 2018

Our thanks to Jacki Smith and Dr. Gordon Smith for educating fellow Chamber members at our BEMER n' Bagels educational event at the Chamber office.

If you would like to find out more about the health benefits of the BEMER, contact Jacki at 248.891.6908.

Spotlight Lunch at The Beach Tiki Bar & Boil

Wednesday, February 21, 2018

Thanks to owner Jeff Gappy and the staff at The Beach Tiki Bar & Boil for hosting the Spotlight Lunch.

Congratulations to Susan Flynn from Real Estate One on winning a Gift Certificate for a return visit with her family!

Ambassador We Thank You Wednesday visit to Edible Arrangements

Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Chamber Ambassadors Audrey Ryskamp, Laura Leist, Linda Woodford, Terri Hayosh and Amy Lazare delivered our We Thank You Wednesday treat to Ginger Page of Edible Arrangements.

Ginger has been a member of the LACC since 2007 along with participating in the Wednesday LABAT Group and attending numerous events throughout the year.

Ginger also provided the WTYW treats which were delivered during 2017 - thanks for being such a great member!

And our thanks to Linda Woodford of Tupperware who is providing various Tupperware gifts for our 2018 deliveries. We appreciate your support - it's nice to visit with a gift!!

FIRSTNET, with all 50 states, 5 territories and D.C. on board, brings public safety their own, dedicated communications platform to help them save lives and protect communities. By Chris Sambar, senior vice president, AT&T – FirstNet

In many ways, the story of FirstNet is a coming-of-age story. Such stories portray a main character’s journey into adulthood when faced with some hardship that forces them to grow and mature. With FirstNet, that story is about first responders and their communications capabilities following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.

FirstNet grew from a recommendation made by the 9/11 Commission into a vision championed by public safety for years. That vision was advanced by Congress and carried out by the First Responder Network Authority. Now, with all 50 states, 5 territories and D.C. on board, it’s become a reality.

That reality brings public safety nationwide their own, dedicated communications platform to help them save lives and protect communities. And with it, a dedicated brand just for first responders.

I’m proud to unveil the new visual identity for FirstNet products and services. Designed with only public safety in mind, this brand is rooted in 3 essential elements:

• Symbol – 3 horizontal lines represent the distinct but interconnected disciplines of public safety. They’re united in communications, symbolized by a notch in the lower right corner. This forms a speech bubble that signifies seamless communication and harmonious interoperation for first responders nationwide.

• Wordmark – FIRSTNET. We’ve bolded “first” to show that this network is, first and foremost, a solution for first responders. The technology will never be more important than the first responders it benefits. This platform belongs to them. They fought for it, and they will continue to guide its development. Plus, they’ll always be first in line for service.

• Attribution – “Built with AT&T.” We chose each word carefully to reflect the brand’s commitment to public safety.

• Built: This is a new effort, new solution and new network that is purpose-built for first responders. It’s the only communications platform dedicated to public safety. And there’s nothing else like it in the market.

• With: Collaboration with first responders will always be our foundation.

• AT&T: This is a solution built with the expertise of the nation’s largest and most reliable network provider.* So, first responders can rely on it for their technology and communications needs.

We’ll begin rolling out this new brand today. Whenever first responders see it, they can be confident that they are getting something just for them. It’s built in collaboration with them, backed by the expertise of AT&T and approved with the advocacy of the First Responder Network Authority.

The story of FirstNet is far from over. But as FirstNet continues to grow into the solution first responders demand and deserve, we’re proud of where we’ve been. And we’re excited about where we’re going, ready to help first responders nationwide overcome their communications challenges and stand strong together.

Disclaimer: No demographic or individual identifying information provided by respondents in conjunction with this survey will be retained or sold. The data collected herein is for the sole use of Interact Communications, agency of Oakland Community College, for the purposes of this study only.

Oakland County Community College is seeking feedback from the community ...

 

Please take a few moments to complete the survery in the link below to help OCC in their planning. Your feedback is requested by Friday, March 2, 2018.

 

https://www.interactresearch.com/index.php?survey=oakland_brand

 

Saturday, March 10, 2018

1 - 5 pm

The Corners: A Campus for Caring Communities

2075 Walnut Lake Road

West Bloomfield, MI 48323

This fun filled afternoon will start with a Meet Monat, where you can learn about our premium hair care products and rewarding opportunity. .

This Super Saturday includes a hands-on training sessions to help Market Partners of all experience levels further their knowledge and skills and grow in their business. This is your opportunity to hear from leaders in the field such as Sr. Executive Director and Million Dollar income earner Toni VanSchoyck, Directors Inza Duchi, Julianne Bucher and Amy Lazare, who will be sharing tips about social media, product knowledge, business organization, successful Start smart and more.

Click here to register.

On behalf of Katherine’s Catering at Lyon Oaks, we invite you to join us for our

2018 Spring Open House which will be held at Lyon Oaks on

 Wednesday, March 21 ^st  from 4-7pm.

 

Katherine’s Catering will host complimentary strolling appetizers and beverages, a cash bar, fabulous giveaways and more! A variety of local vendors will be showcasing their services and décor. We hope you consider joining us for this free event to view this beautiful and unique event space, and to get a taste for what Katherine’s Catering at Lyon Oaks can offer for your events and celebrations.

 

First 50 guests will receive a free gift!

 

Please RSVP by emailing [email protected] with your name and number of attendees. Questions? Call Katherine’s at Lyon Oaks at 248-573-7787.

 

We hope to see you there!

 

Katherine’s Catering at Lyon Oaks

52251 W. Pontiac Trail

Wixom, Michigan 48393

[email protected]

Katherines.com

305 N. Pontiac Trail, Ste. A

Walled Lake 48390

Phone: 248.624.2826

Fax: 248.624.2892

[email protected]

www.lakesareachamber.com