This year's finalists will be announced at the end of this month: stay tuned! | |
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How are our communications?
You are invited to fill out our 2025 Chamber Communications Feedback Survey.
The survey should only take about 1-3 minutes to complete. We are collecting survey responses until Monday, February 3, 2025.
Your answers will assist the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce in enhancing our communications and how we share our most important information with you.
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Lunch & Learn: Earned Sick Time Act
Wed. January 29, 11:30 - 1:00 PM, 400 River St, Manistee MI
The Michigan Earned Sick Time Act has implications that impact virtually all employers across Michigan.
Join us for a FREE lunch-and-learn, in which we will discuss the Michigan Earned Sick Time Act, key information to know, and its implications for employers for all shapes and sizes across Michigan. There will be an opportunity to ask questions.
Free admission, but an RSVP is required to accommodate for food and fire code purposes.
Lunch will be provided by Nuvu Fuels.
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2025 Northern Michigan Policy Conference
Friday, January 31, 2025, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, Acme MI
There is still time to register for the Northern Michigan Policy Conference, led by the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance, designed to leverage diverse strategies to enhance the northern Michigan region's standing as a world-class place for business, residents, visitors, and students of all ages.
- $100/person (open seating)
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Reserved Table for 6 (front of room): $500 (reserved tables close on January 22)
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SHORT WINDOW TO APPLY: Small Business Support Grant
deadline: Saturday, January 18
20Fathoms and Venture North are offering another funding opportunity for small businesses in Northwest Michigan. Designed for innovative and scalable startups, these grants are highly competitive and will be awarded to 16 small businesses for an average of $4500 each. Women, BIPOC, and other individuals who are traditionally underrepresented in business ownership are especially encouraged to apply.
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Riverside Toys Grand Reopening
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Friday, January 31, 11:00 AM, 389 River St, Manistee MI
Riverside Toys celebrates its new location along River Street, marking the start of an exciting new chapter for this local business, as well as their first full year of business.
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Frostbite Chili Cookoff
Saturday, February 15, Downtown Manistee
Stay tuned for more information on what festivities to look forward to and how businesses can get involved in Downtown Manistee!
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Chamber UnTapped: NEXT WEEK!
Thursday January 23, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Hampton Inn & Suites Manistee Waterfront
- Mingle with business professionals across Manistee County with food, drink, live music by Meg Gunia, and stellar view of Lake Michigan at the top floor of the Hampton Inn & Suites Manistee Waterfront.
- $10 for Chamber Investors; $20 for Future-Investors
Thank you to Hampton Inn & Suites Manistee Waterfront and Boyer Agency for sponsoring the evening!
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Voices Art Exhibit: Accepting Submissions
Munson Healthcare is now accepting artwork submissions for their annual Voices Art Exhibit, now through January 29th. This year's topic is "Voices for Recovery", encouraging pieces that explore the impacts of substance use abuse and tell stories of recovery and inspire hope for others.
All mediums are welcome, and the first 150 approved submissions will receive a $50 gift card for supplies!
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Living a Heart Healthy Lifestyle
Monday February 10, 10:00 - 10:30 AM
virtual presentation, free admission
In recognition of February as Heart Health Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Care Network of Michigan is holding a FREE, live webinar exclusively to their chamber and association partners! Please join Bailee Georgeson, BCBSM Well-Being Health Coach, for this "Living Heart Healthy" presentation where she'll discuss how to lower our risk of developing heart disease and outside factors that improve our overall heart health.
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Chamber Investor Exclusive Advertising Opportunities
Manistee News Advocate is offering discounted advertising options exclusive to Manistee Area Chamber investors! Plans include options for newspaper ads, website banner ads, social media ads, and more. This discount runs until January 24.
To learn more, call Ann Gatrell at 231-357-2044 or Julie James at 231-655-1824.
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These businesses have gone above and beyond to invest in their local chamber of commerce and benefit their community. Thank you!
PREMIER INVESTORS
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