Summer is nearly here and we are excited to announce our upcoming State Legislative Luncheon!

This informational luncheon will host State Senator Kristen McDonald Rivet, 35th District, State Representative Timmy Beson, 96th District, State Representative Matthew Bierlein, 97th District and State Representative Mike Hoadley, 99th District to discuss critical legislative issues impacting the Bay Area’s economic landscape.

This panel discussion will serve as a platform for meaningful collaboration between business leaders and policymakers to share ideas that support a thriving business environment.

Registration is now open and sponsorship opportunities are available! We encourage you to visit our website for more information. We hope to see you on June 17th!

Welcome New Members!

Branislav Behan MD PLLC

Branislav Behan MD PLLC is an orthopedic surgeon practice that specializes in pain treatment for hips, knees, shoulders, ankles and hands.

ClickShark

ClickShark is a marketing company in Saginaw, Michigan, specializing in digital advertising, website design, content creation and social media management.

McIntosh & Associates Inc

McIntosh & Associates is a team of qualified financial professionals who are passionate about helping individuals and families achieve their retirement goals. They believe in helping you assess your financial goals, health care needs and participate in the management of your finances.

The Mail Room Service Center

The Mail Room Service Center is a first class presort and standard mail processing bureau that services all mailing needs from start to finish and are heavily involved in mailer, printer and courier services.

Please make sure to welcome these businesses and support your fellow Chamber members!

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Sponsorships for BACC 40th Annual Golf Outing Are Now Available!

BACC Team Helps at Day of Caring!

The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce joined the 600+ volunteers that participated in the United Way of Bay County’s Day of Caring!

Our staff spent the morning assisting with cleanup and beautification efforts at Wenonah Park, Battery Park and Disability Services Resource Center.



We love that we could do our part in continuing to make our community a better place!

Bite of Reality

The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Business and Education Partnership hosted Bite of Reality at State Street Academy and John Glenn High School in April!

At State Street Academy, we were happy to assist eight ninth grade students with this simulation of real-life financial situations and 59 high school seniors at John Glenn High School!

Leadership Bay County Learns About Public Safety and the Legal System!

Leadership Bay County Class of 2024 had an amazing time learning about Public Safety & the Legal System this past month!

The class spent the day at the Law Enforcement Center and heard from several leaders in the community about their respective roles:

• Bay City Department of Public Safety- Identification Bureau, Fire Operations Division and Law Enforcement
• Office of the Bay County Prosecutor
• Federal Bureau of Investigation
• Bay County Sheriff's Office

Not only did they have lots of valuable classroom instruction, students also witnessed a taser demonstration and received a tour of the jail!

Thank you to those who took the time to speak with the class about their responsibilities and experiences! There were lots of great questions and conversations about what is going on in the community.

Their May session will be focusing on Arts & Culture.

Apply for Leadership Bay County!

Lunch & Learn

Thank you to Heather Spencer, Co-Owner of A Spencer Gellise Salon, for being our featured speaker for our April Lunch & Learn!

She gave an enlightening presentation about ‘Contributing to the Culture of Your Company.’ Attendees learned how they can do their part to create an engaging and thriving culture in their own workplace. Key takeaways were that mindset is everything, and you have the power to make a difference in creating a positive environment and that “if it’s going to be, it’s up to me.”

Mock Job Interviews

Students at Bay City Western High School participated in Mock Job Interviews in April.

In total, 94 students participated and 224 interviews were conducted!



Thank you to Weaver Group Insurance for sponsoring lunch and to our volunteers from our Chamber member businesses who assisted us!

STEM Fest

Mental Health Awareness Month

"Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan continues our focus on improving whole person health and wellness. In a post-pandemic landscape, more than one-third of adults report being diagnosed or self-identifying as having a mental health condition, including substance use disorders and suicidal ideation. These concerns are affecting Michigan residents of all ages and backgrounds. As part of our outreach and in observation of May, National Mental Health Awareness Month, Blue Cross has created this new Mental Health Toolkit as a resource for our statewide partners to use to address this public health crisis and connect individuals to trained mental health professionals and other services.



The toolkit features five weekly messages, along with article links and related images, to help bring awareness to mental health. By addressing the stigma of mental illness, focusing on mental wellness, knowing the signs of mental illness and substance abuse, and learning about ways to help prevent suicide, we all make a difference during Mental Health Awareness month and throughout the year."

Summer Hours

Consumers Energy Foundation is currently seeking letters of intent from nonprofit organizations for the 2024 People Awards.

The City of Bay City is soliciting sealed proposals for Residential Roof Replacement Bid #24-0529.

The Dow Championship is seeking volunteers for several committees to assist through June 23- July 1st.

The Bay Veterans Foundation is hosting their Annual Golf Outing on June 21st.

Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities is brining 'Our Community Listens,' a three-day communication skills training to Bay City on June 18-20.

The Great Lakes Bay Mental Health Partnership will share how to expand workplace mental health programs within your organization during their May 17th webinar.

Tickets for the 2024 Dow Championship are now on sale.

Registration for the Children's Grief Center's 'Grit Your Grief' 5k on May 18th is now open.

McLaren Bay Region is hosting a Bay Area Stroke Education Series from May-August.

Bay City Noon Rotary Club is accepting new and used book donations to fill local Little Free Libraries.

The Bay Community Tennis Association has received a grant from SC Johnson to support improvement and repair of the Janet Jopke Tennis Courts at Richard Shaw Park in Bay City.

The Wellness Holistic Metaphysical Fair & Conference hosted by Unity of Bay City will be on May 18th.

Brian's House will host a classical music fundraising event at Bay City Players on May 18th.

COPOCO Community Credit Union will provide free car seat safety checks and installations on June 1st.

Celebrate the 2024 Memorial Cup with 'Fan Fest,' a series of family events and activities throughout the course of the tournament.

Volunteers are needed to assist with Bay County STEM Fest.

Do you have news or events you would like to share with other Chamber members? Email your events to Annabelle to be included in the next Bay Area Chamber Banter, and add them to our 'Community Events' calendar.

Click HERE to read our May Events Notice.

Click HERE to read the Energize May Newsletter.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies

A ribbon cutting is a ceremonial opening of a new business, a recognition for newly renovated business, a celebration of an anniversary, or recognition for a major milestone. Ribbon cuttings are a great way to bring attention to your business!

In April, Ribbon Cuttings were done for Blossom Into Health Chiropractic, YWCA Great Lakes Bay Region, Biggby Coffee, A Spencer Gellise Salon and Dow Bay Area Family YMCA.

Brick Awards

The Brick Award was developed by the Bay Area Chamber Ambassadors to recognize the investment a Bay County business makes to the community when it expands, renovates, or improves its facility. The award for April was presented to the following business: Munroe.

Munroe

Presented by Ambassador Kellie Rupp.

In Case You Missed It!

Thank you to all who attended our April Eye Opener Breakfast and Business After Hours!

Please visit our Facebook Page to see photos from the events.

A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors!