Upcoming Chamber Events
Please join us ...
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Thursday, August 6
Healthcare Network Group
Join us via Zoom from 8:30 - 10:00 am
If your business is associated with the healthcare industry please join us as this group will share information & education, pass referrals and help promote the overall well-being of healthcare related businesses within our Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce.
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Education Topic -
Senior Living during the Pandemic: What you Need to Know
Presented by Jen Matschikowski of Westlake Health Campus
Register in advance for this meeting:
Once you've registered, you'll receive a confirmation email
with the credentials and link to join the meeting.
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Friday, August 7
Virtual 1st Friday Coffee Connect
8:30 - 9:30 am
Guest Speaker Congresswoman Haley Stevens
Stop in via Zoom for this informal morning networking event. We'll hear from Congresswoman Haley Stevens with news about the economy, the current business climate and legislative updates from Washington.
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Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Wednesday, August 12
Spotlight Lunch
Wixom Station
11:30 am
49115 Pontiac Trail, Wixom 48393
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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. There's outdoor seating and we’ll follow social distancing protocol so stop by if you feel comfortable...
Or maybe you feel more at-ease picking up a carryout for lunch or grabbing dinner for you and your family! Either way, we are hoping you might support this local member restaurant.
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Friday, August 14
Ribbon Cutting for PH Homes
12:00 - 1:00 pm (ribbon cutting at 12:30)
The Preserve at Hidden Lake
988 Preserve Lane, White Lake 48386
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Members are invited to join us for the ribbon cutting celebration with lite lunch as we help welcome this new member of the White Lake community
(see flyer below)
. We'll remain mostly outside and keep our distance plus we're asking all guests to please come with your own mask. It's our first ribbon cutting in a long while but if you're feeling sick or have been around someone who has been sick, we're asking that you wait until you're feeling better to join us.
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Thursday, August 20
3rd Thursday Coffee Connect
Hosted by Henry Ford OptimEyes
Riley Park behind the Chamber office
305 N.Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake 48390
8:30 - 9:30 am
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Join us for this outdoor, in-person casual networking event. We'll meet in the park right behind the Chamber office. Henry Ford OptimEyes is our host and they will provide a light breakfast. We'll follow all social distancing guidelines so please remember to bring your own mask. The park is a lovely meeting space and even has a covered gazebo. Please join us if you're feeling well and are comfortable with a small group gathering.
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Monday, August 31, 2020
Edgewood Country Club
8399 Commerce Road
Commerce, MI 48382
Check-in / Breakfast ~ 9 - 10 am
Chuck-A-Putt / Announcements ~ 10:15 am
Shotgun Start ~ 10:30 am
A day filled with laughter, 18 holes of golf (scramble style), networking, great food, fun games and cool prizes at a private country club! Don't miss it ...
Golf Package Includes:
Continental Breakfast
(provided by Tim Hortons of Walled Lake & Costco-Commerce)
18 Holes of Golf w/ cart
Lunch on the Turn and 1 Drink Ticket
Goody Bag, Games & Prizes
Dinner & Awards Ceremony
GREAT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE ...
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THANKS TO OUR PRESENTING SPONSORS:
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THANKS TO OUR GOLD SPONSORS:
Anthology of Novi
CarePatrol of Oakland County
CoffeeTree Group
Community Financial Credit Union
Giffels Webster
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
THANKS TO OUR SILVER SPONSORS:
Allstar Alarm
ComForCare Home Care
LaFontaine Subaru of Commerce Township
Walled Lake Schools Federal Credit Union
Premium Hole Sponsors:
Beauchamp Water Treatment Solutions
Independence Village of White Lake
Lakes Area Community Coalition
McKenna Associates
Hole Sponsor:
Lake Michigan Insurance Agency
Snack Cart Sponsor:
Spillane & Reynolds Orthodontics
Breakfast Sponsors:
Costco of Commerce
Tim Hortons of Walled Lake
Lunch Sponsor:
Two Men and A Truck
Scorecard Sponsors:
American House Livonia
Lake Michigan Insurance Agency
Hole-in-One Sponsor:
LaFontaine Subaru of Commerce Township
Coupon Book Sponsor:
Lake Michigan Insurance Agency
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We remained mostly virtual during the month of June but have offered numerous opportunities to connect to network, educate and support one another both personally and professionally.
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JULY 9 - THANKFUL THURSDAY
Thankful Thursday goes out to Chamber Ambassador Cara Johnson with
CNS Healthcare - Michigan for helping to distribute our new LACC Membership Directories.
And a BIG thank you to the following businesses for putting these directories in your lobby, waiting area or restaurant to help promote shopping local and your fellow member businesses.
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JULY 16 - 3RD THURSDAY COFFEE CONNECT
Our thanks to Carrie Viola from
Commerce Township KinderCare, Deann Rega of
White Lake KinderCare, and Kinder Care District Leader, Kerry Barr for their informative presentation at our 3rd Thursday Virtual Coffee Meeting. Both locations are Chamber members and have openings to assist with your child care needs now and in the fall.
A BIG thanks to everyone who joined us! Remember, when shopping for goods and services to look for a LACC member first. And thanks to photographer extraordinaire Mark Einhaus of
Media Hero for sharing some of his pictures.
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JULY 21 - SPOTLIGHT LUNCH
Thanks to Peggy & Joe Anicka and the team at
Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Commerce Twp., MI, owners and hosts of our Spotlight Lunch today! Located at 4825 Carroll Lake Road in Commerce, they have been members since they opened in 2012 and they are open for dine-in or carry-out.
We followed social distance guidelines by wearing masks and spacing ourselves a little farther apart then we normally would and enjoyed a little in-person networking along with a FABULOUS lunch.
Thanks to everyone who stopped by ... keep supporting our member restaurants!
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JULY 21 - WE THANK YOU WEDNESDAY
Branch Manager, Matt Botsford and the staff at
Zeal Credit Union are excited to welcome members back into their lobby. If you’re looking for a friendly credit union with some great loan rates, stop in to see Matt at their branch located at 1260 N Pontiac Trail in Walled Lake.
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JULY 22 - AMBASSADOR MEETING
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Our Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors met in-person, outside at Riley Park behind the Chamber office. It was so good to check-in with some of our Ambassador Team and learn more about what's going on with their business or organization.
They will be out and about distributing Chamber directories to area businesses and organizations and checking in on their fellow members as well. A huge thank you to the Ambassadors for continuing to assist the Chamber!
We also had the pleasure of meeting and crowning our new four-legged Ambassador, Ari. He was the star of the show today. Ambassador Ari will be helping make some directory deliveries too. He is so sweet can't wait to see who he visits!
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JULY 23 - AMBASSADOR DIRECTORY DELIVERY
And they're off ... Chamber Ambassadors are out and about delivering directories and
Kathe Cameron, Independent Mary Kay Consultant stopped by
Charter Township of Commerce, Michigan offices to make sure they had a good supply to pass out to area residents. The directories include contact information for our nearly 500 member businesses and make it easier for area residents to find member businesses and organizations and support local!
Thanks to Kathe for making the delivery and to Commerce Township for helping get them into our area households.
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JULY 28 - HENRY FORD WEST BLOOMFIELD HOSPITAL HEALTHCARE UPDATE
Chamber members from both the Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and the Novi Chamber of Commerce joined a virtual presentation from Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital / Henry Ford Health System regarding additional safety protocols that have been implemented to ensure the safety of their staff and patients during the Covid-19 crisis.
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital President, Eric Wallis, and Director of Regional Oncology Services for the Henry Ford Cancer Institute, Miles Schermerhorn provided terrific information and insight on the current situation.
Thanks to Amy Strauss, Henry Ford's Director of Public and Community Relations for helping to coordinate the event. The entire healthcare team has our gratitude for being on the front lines and taking care of our communities.
Thanks to our attendees for joining us and for the terrific questions and discussion.
Stay Safe!
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Dan Phillips has been an active member of the Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce since 2014. He currently serves on the Board of Directors and serves on the committee for the Annual Chamber Golf Outing.
When Dan is not working with the Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce he is serving the senior citizens of our communities by working in the senior living industry. Dan has spent the last 14 years serving seniors and is currently the Regional Director of Sales for American House Senior Living Communities where he helps to oversee 12 communities in 3 states. Dan believes that the seniors of our nation helped to pave the way for the great country we have today and that they deserve the best care they can get during their golden years.
When not at work Dan has spent time volunteering with the Lakes Area Rotary as well as time with the Lakes Area Community Coalition. Dan has also supported and hosted a National Drug Take Back Day while working at Westlake Health Campus. Dan was also awarded with the Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Volunteer of the Year in 2018.
Dan Phillips is happily married to his wife of nearly 10 years, Danielle. They have 3 beautiful girls: Charlie (8), Ryan (7), Alex (4). Dan and Danielle are currently expecting baby boy Phillips in November of 2020! Dan loves to spend time with his family and friends. He also enjoys almost anything outdoors, football, fishing, and playing golf.
American House West Bloomfield - Member since 2019
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Our Newest Chamber Members
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JBD Law, PLLC
Joshua Bissoon-Dath / 734.666.0062
28345 Beck Road, Ste. 406, Wixom
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AFL's Knights of Technology
Jeffrey Lipshaw - 248.425.0009
Member Since 2012
Advertising Alternatives
Lou Goutman - 248.363.8994
Member Since 2005
All Tire & Service Center
Tom Phillips - 248.363.1541
Member Since 1982
At Home
Rachel Carrillo - 248.675.0335
Member Since 2017
Copper Mug, Inc.
Kevin Bernys - 248.624.8725
Member Since 2019
Dickey's Barbecue Pit
Peggy & Joe Anicka - 248.360.4055
Member Since 2012
The Exercise Coach
Stacy Leick - 248.301.5065
Member Since 2019
Facial Beauty Dental
Gordon P. Smith, DDS - 248.669.4141
Member Since 2006
Goodwill Industries Great Detroit
Michigan Works Oakland County
Mona Diegel - 248.926.1820
Member Since 2015
K2 Retail Construction & Development
Kris Krstovski - 248.859.2817
Member Since 2018
Katherine's Catering at Lyon Oaks
Kim McKay - 248.573.7787
Member Since 2015
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Kickstand Brewing Company
Brendan Rogers - 248.301.5941
Member Since 2016
Kim's Cleaning, LLC
Kim Szegi - 248.887.4384
Member Since 2009
Mastermind Consulting Network, Inc.
Jerry Scrivo - 517.270.0165
Member Since 2014
Oakland Family Services
Kristin Benton - 248.858.7766
Member Since 2018
Oakland Schools Technical Campus - SW
Martin Kaye - 248.668.5600
Member Since 1991
Spinal Column Newsweekly
Jim Stevenson - 248.360.7355
Member Since 1970
Strobl Sharp, PLLC
Jamie Barwin - 248.540.2300
Member Since 1994
Suburban Party Rental
Mark Partogian - 888.532.4042
Member Since 2010
Village of Wolverine Lake
Michael Smith - 248.624.1710
Member Since 1979
Winton Flooring & Design
John Dygert - 248.301.0230
Member Since 2018
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Huron Valley State Bank Hosts their 4th Annual Document Shredding Event!
Huron Valley State Bank celebrates 15 years servicing the community with its 4th annual Shredding Event to take place on Saturday, August 15, 2020, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Milford and Highland Branches. The community is welcomed to shred confidential documents safely and securely free of charge (up to four banker boxes per person or business, and up to shredding truck capacity). The shredding event is taking place on the same day as the bank’s 15th year anniversary.
“This is an event that our community looks forward to every year and we are going to keep the tradition in a safe and socially distanced manner,” said Jack Shubitowski, President and CEO of Huron Valley State Bank.
All the documents will be shredded securely by Shred Legal, an on-site document shredding and recycling company. Drivers can pull up to the truck and staff from Shred Legal and the Bank will assist with unloading the cars. The shredding takes place inside a secure area within the truck and there is a camera to watch the shredding as it takes place. The shredded materials are then recycled and reused to manufacture household paper products.
The bank has a tradition of passing out ice cream bars during the Independence Day parade. Due to Covid-19 this year’s parade did not happen. However, there will be an ice cream cart on site at both branches full of chocolate dipped ice cream bars. Hand sanitizer will be provided along with recyclable bags.
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Dickey's Barbeque Pit in Commerce
is looking for their next great Shift Lead!
Contact Joe & Peggy Anicka at 248.360.4055 if interested ...
Company Overview:
We are a quick serve style sit-down and carry-out restaurant serving fresh in-house smoked meats and homestyle sides. We take pride in what we do and are voted as one of the top BBQ restaurants in Oakland County every year. We are passionate about what we do, and we get to know our customers by name. We provide catering offsite for business lunches, and family events such as weddings and grad parties, and we participate in outdoor community events such as Wixom BBQ and Blues, Fireworks, Fundraising events, and local functions. We support our local schools, police and fire, and food banks, and we create a great work environment with a family atmosphere both in the dining room and in the back of house. We strive to keep work fun and exciting by having team outings and various contests throughout the year and we are looking for someone to bring in new ideas.
Job Responsibilities:
In the shift lead position you would be responsible for running the service line during operations. This would include filling in for whatever position is needed to balance out your crew, (block -meat cutter, pantry -block assist, cashier, or dishwasher). Due to Covid-19 we had to modify operations a bit, so we now must juggle online orders, phone in orders, and walk in customers all at the same time. This requires someone who is great at multi-tasking, can move quickly and can fulfill orders with accuracy under what sometimes seems like a stressful situation.
You would be responsible for making sure crew completes all prep work and restaurant is kept clean.
Other responsibilities include assisting owners with various tasks such as:
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Creating team incentives
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Closing and or opening duties
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Various administrative tasks
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Work history that shows consistency and reliability.
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Needs to be able to effectively communicate with guests and employees.
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Needs a can-do attitude with desire to outperform and stay busy even when we are slow.
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Ability to learn all positions quickly and retain what you learn.
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Can handle stress well with the ability to let it go and move on to the next task at hand.
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Ability to manage time effectively and to think ahead.
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Ability to train new staff effectively and have the patience to do so.
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Previous leadership experience.
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Ability to work various shifts if needed including nights and holidays. We do not expect you to work every holiday, just your fair share. Typical BBQ holidays like Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and July 4
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you should expect to be scheduled. We are a weekend heavy business too so Thursday-Sunday would be a common occurrence.
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Typical shifts needed are 8-4, 10:30-4, 12-8, 4-10, and some days 12-10.
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Clean professional appearance that will represent us well in house and at off-site caterings
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Valid drivers license with reliable transportation
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Serve safe certified is a plus but not required.
What is in it for you:
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Part Time Earnings up to $13 hour
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Full Time Earnings up to $16 hour
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Discounted Meals
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Free Uniform
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IRA Employer Match of 3%
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Excellent opportunity to expand skills needed for upper management
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Advancement Opportunity
Contact Joe & Peggy Anicka at 248.360.4055 if interested ...
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Put on your walking shoes and walk for friendship to support individuals with special needs! Friendship Circle's 15th annual Walk4Friendship will take place on September 6th, the Sunday of Labor Day weekend. This year, the Walk4Friendship is going virtual, and walkers can create their own routes wherever they are. Register at
www.Walk4Friendship.com. Sponsorship opportunities are also available, please email Randall Marie Hutchinson at
randall@friendshipcircle.org for additional details!
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We are hosting three Kids Komotion Concerts in August!
Pack a blanket and gather the children to join us on the concert hill at Marshbank Park for this year's offerings of free children's entertainment, presented by Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union. Every child will receive a musical instrument to use and take home. We are not offering inflatables or a craft station this year.
We are limiting this year’s attendance to 100 residents per concert with pre-registration ($2/person) required. You may register your family for one concert in the series, to ensure as many residents as possible can take advantage of the offering. Families will need to remain within painted circles on the concert hill to ensure social distancing is maintained.
Each concert will be broadcasted live on WB Parks’ Facebook page.
This year's lineup is as follows:
- August 6 at 11 am: Funny Dumplings
- August 13 at 11 am: Candy Bandits
- August 27 at 6 pm: Copper Tom
To view complete details and to register, follow the link below.
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MSGCU Recognized by Macomb Daily,
Forbes and LendingTree
Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) is pleased to announce recent awards and recognitions received by Macomb Daily, Forbes and LendingTree.
“It is certainly an honor for MSGCU to be recognized by our members as a top credit union in Michigan and the nation,” said MSGCU President/CEO Pete Gates. “All of us at MSGCU are humbled by these awards. Most of all, we’re proud to be a caring organization dedicated to our members’ financial wellbeing, especially during these challenging times.”
Voted Best Credit Union by Macomb Daily
The Macomb Daily Best of the Best Readers Choice Awards recognizes outstanding businesses in four main categories. They include: Food and Drink, Services, Shopping, and Travel and Entertainment. In round one of the contest, readers were asked to nominate their favorite businesses. In round two from June 14-21, readers voted once per day on top nominated businesses. MSGCU was voted best credit union in the Services category.
Recognized by Forbes
Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to produce the third annual ranking of the best credit unions in each state. Nearly 25,000 customers in the U.S. were surveyed for their opinions on their current and former banking relationships. Credit unions were scored on overall recommendations and satisfaction, as well as five sub-dimensions (trust, terms and conditions, branch services, digital services, and financial advice). Of the 5,236 credit unions nationwide, just 3.5% made the final list.
Named #86 Healthiest Credit Union in the U.S. by LendingTree
DepositAccounts, by LendingTree, uses its own proprietary formula to assess the financial health of all federally insured banks and credit unions in the U.S. to determine a top 200 list for each. Key components of the formula include Texas Ratio, deposit growth, and capitalization.
At MSGCU, being not-for-profit allows the credit union to give back to members through better rates, fewer fees, free financial education, grants and scholarships, and other community support. This dedication fuels them to work hard every day with members to personalize plans to help them meet their financial goals. This exceptional level of dedication contributes to their 96% member satisfaction score, higher than most banks.
In addition to this support, MSGCU is helping members experiencing financial hardship due to the Coronavirus with low-interest loans, flexible loan payment options and by offering financial counseling during this unprecedented time. You do not have to be a teacher or government employee to join the credit union.
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August 13, 7:00 - 8:00 pm, August Monthly Meeting
August 15, 12:00 - 3:00 pm, Open House and Barn Sale
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All events take place at the Kelley-Fisk Farm, 9180 Highland Road, White Lake.
Monthly meetings are open to the public and they would love to show off the property to other chamber members during open house events.
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Dear Santa Shop Donors,
Because of your generous support over the years, we will be celebrating our 19
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year of providing holiday gifts for the children of Hospitality House Food Pantry clients through our Santa Shop event.
Due to an abundance of caution surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, the Santa Shop planning team has been forced to reevaluate the event. The traditional trimmings and personal contact with our clients that we have cherished in past years is just not an option this year. We will work diligently to creatively bring the Christmas spirit to all the children and, at the same time, protect the health of everyone involved.
As you know, in the past our main mission was to collect hundreds of toys and gifts for children who were guests of the Pantry. In lieu of specific gifts this year, we will offer gift cards to the parents of these children so they can purchase appropriate items. Within this system, we believe we can ensure that not only will children receive gifts but that families can prioritize for their specific needs as we all struggle with the uncertainties of what the pandemic will bring in the future.
In August, we will kick off a fundraising campaign to support the purchase of gift cards for every Hospitality House client family with children between newborn and 18. If you are willing and able to support Santa Shop this year, we are providing two options which will hopefully make that process easy for you:
Hospitality House Food Pantry
PO Box 284
Walled Lake, MI 48390
If you would like to host a fundraiser through your organization or business using Facebook or GoFundMe, we would be glad to assist you. An option would be simply to encourage people to contribute using our existing GoFundMe campaign. Please do not send gift cards as we have the resources to bulk-purchase gift cards. We will distribute the cards the first week of December.
We are grateful for your continued support of Hospitality House and Santa Shop. The number of families we serve has grown significantly in 2020. Without the kindness and generosity of our community, we could not be as effective as we have been.
You are making a difference
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If you have any questions or need assistance , please contact us at Hospitality House via phone at 248.960.9975 or via email at
info@hhfp.org
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Most Sincerely and with Gratitude on behalf of the Santa Shop Planning Team,
Pam Janson
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Genisys Credit Union announces the retirement of Linda Zabik and the hire of a new
Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
Genisys Credit Union is proud to announce Theresa Doan as the new manager of their Corporate Social Responsibility department upon the retirement of Linda Zabik after 24 years with the credit union. Genisys wishes Linda well in retirement and extends their gratitude to her for the many years of dedicated service to grow the credit union’s community involvement initiatives.
“I am excited about the opportunity to join the team at Genisys,” said Theresa Doan, Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility. “I am looking forward to continuing relationships with our community partners and building new relationships in order to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.”
Prior to joining Genisys Credit Union, Theresa was Vice President of Groups & Events at Jimmy John’s Field where she oversaw corporate group events, community events, and non-profit fundraisers.
Before landing at Jimmy John's Field, she was the Director of Corporate Development at Palace Sports & Entertainment, where she directed sponsorships and other partnering initiatives for The Detroit Pistons, DTE Energy Music Theatre, and Meadow Brook Music Festival.
She brings over 20 years of experience in corporate sponsorships and promotions.
“We are excited to have Theresa join the Genisys team,” said Jackie Buchanan, President and CEO of Genisys Credit Union. “Her depth of experience and knowledge will help further the community initiatives we have for the credit union in order to maintain and expand our involvement.”
A pillar of the values at Genisys Credit Union is ‘making a difference’ in the communities they serve. Each year the credit union sponsors over 1,000 events while their employees, friends, and family volunteer nearly 5,000 hours of their time.
From their community dedication, Genisys has been able to donate $40,705 to Walk for Warmth, $14,951.46 to United Way, and $17,782.32 to Lighthouse of Oakland County from their efforts in 2019.
The credit union looks forward to supporting its communities throughout the rest of 2020 and can't wait to get back to their volunteerism and "in-person" community activities.
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Looking for office space? The office suite directly next to our Chamber office is available. We're Suite A ... you could be Suite B.
JEO Properties has a suite with 969 sq.ft. being offered at $1100/month plus utilities. Located at 305 N. Pontiac Trail in Walled Lake, contact George Buchanan at 248.366.4916 for more information.
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Mid-Summer Activity Guide
Our Mid-Summer Guide features outdoor and virtual recreation programs happening in August and September. Due to gathering size restrictions, we will be reserving our events (page 2) for residents. If room exists, nonresidents may register 10 days prior to the event.
New programs include:
- Camping in a Bag
- Firefly Night Hike
- Virtual Finance Seminars
- Bees in the D Virtual Program
- Lazy Marathon (walking program)
- Self-Defense in the Park
Follow the link below to check out these programs and more.
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Nominate your Hero Now thru September 15, 2020 !
The Huron Valley Council for the Arts Presents…
“The Many Faces of Heroes” Military
, Veterans, First Responder, Essential Workers & Special Individuals
It is so important that we recognize ordinary people who do extraordinary things especially now during these uncertain times. Heroes are family, friends, mentors, educators, essential workers, first responders, and military men and women who respond to adversity and rise up to help others.
As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting established visual and performing arts programs, groups, educators, families, and students in our area, we are reaching out to “You” to help us recognize the “ Many Faces of Heroes”.
The Huron Valley Council for the Arts is sponsoring an essay contest to nominate and honor your personal hero. Tell us why you are nominating this person and what impact he or she has on you and your community. The essay contest is open to anyone and will be judged by a panel based on the following categories -
Junior Division - Ages 7-12, Young Adult - Ages 13-18, and Adult - Ages 18+.
Everyone is welcome to participate.
Essay submissions will be received on line
at
www.Hero@.huronvalleyarts.org
. You may enter any time now thru September 15, 2020.
Essay winners will be recognized at
The Many Faces of Heroes Concert and Award Presentation October 17, 2020
featuring the Stardusters Big Band to be held at Milford High School. Essays and Art work submissions will be on display at HVCA October – December 2020.
Visit our website -
www.huronvalleyarts.org
for more information about essay, art submissions, concert tickets and sponsor opportunities.
Questions - please contact the HVCA Office at (248) 889-8660
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BIERGARTEN OPEN!
We've expanded our outdoor seating! Come by to have a beer outside with us.
Don't want to sit outside? No worries! We still have indoor seating (still 50% capacity) as the Executive Order 2020-143 doesn't apply to us as we are a microbrewery.
All seating is first come first served. If there is a wait, write your name and phone number on the list and we will text you when a table opens up.
Curbside Pick Up is still going strong if you do not want to sit down for a beer. Order online everyday when we open. You must pick up the same day you place the order. Check out all the info regarding Curbside Pick Up here:
https://draftingtablebeer.com/home/curbside/
Please note, not all beers are available To-Go (even in growlers/howlers) due to them being limited. Ask your server for what beers are available To-Go.
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Current Class Dates
Rick Squires
Chief Executive Officer
R.W. Squires and Associates, LLC
Special Deals for LACC Members - Contact Rick before registering!
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GREAT NEWS! You can now buy Briggs & Stratton whole house generators at Winton Flooring & Design. Don’t be left in the dark! Call us today for more information.
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GETTING CREATIVE
Boxed Meals or Appetizers for your next event
BOXED LUNCHES, PRE-PACKAGED APPETIZERS,
AND MORE!
With both the Katherine's Catering mission and global pandemic in mind, our dedicated and professional team has been creatively pivoting certain event details. For example, Boxed Lunches and Pre-Packaged Individual Appetizers have come into play. Perfect for your next corporate lunch, company picnic, family celebration, and beyond.
The Katherine's Team is committed to working with our clients to ensure a seamless event - from start to finish. Our team is happy to discuss creative (and safe!) options for serving food at your next gathering. We look forward to hearing from you about your upcoming event!
As always, Katherine's aims to offer great service, innovative menu options, and fantastic events!
Give us a call at 734.930.4270
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We are still offering curbside pick-up
and contactless delivery for your smaller celebrations!
Looking for the ideal menu package for your Summer Celebrations? Host a porch party for friends or any kind of outdoor fun! Look no further than our
Katherine's Favorites Outdoor Celebrations Menu.
This fresh, seasonal menu serves eight guests, and is sure to be a delight! Menu items are packaged cold, with heating instructions included for quick and simple preparation.
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Genisys Credit Union named a Best Credit Union in Michigan by Forbes
Genisys Credit Union received recognition from Forbes.com as a best credit union in Michigan in their third annual “Best Credit Unions in Each State”. The credit union extends their thank you for the recognition.
“Our members are at the center of everything we do, and in times of uncertainty, it is important for us to continue to provide the same level of stable, uninterrupted service,” said Jackie Buchanan, CEO & President of Genisys Credit Union. “Recognitions like these affirm our commitment to our members’ satisfaction.”
Forbes.com partnered with a market research firm in order to produce the winners, which surveyed 25,000 current and former members at over 5,000 financial institutions across all 50 states. The survey looked at trust, terms and conditions, branch services, digital services, and financial advice.
Since its start, Genisys has focused on serving its members’ and communities’ needs. The credit union remains committed to providing the highest quality personal services by bringing convenience through technology, offering competitive rates on loans and deposits, and supporting the communities they serve.
In 2019, Genisys had an overall member experience score of 96% on surveys completed by members along with being ranked as one of the top 100 largest in the U.S. and a Top 200 Healthiest Credit Union by
depositaccounts.com
while also receiving a 5-Star rating from the independent rating firm Bauer Financial.
The products and services provided by Genisys aim at helping their 225,000
members reach their financial goals. A prime example is their Genius Checking account which pays members an annual percentage yield of 4.07% and offers reward points on debit card transactions. For those 18 and under, Genisys introduced a new High Yield Youth Savings Account, which pays its members an annual percentage yield of 5.12% on balances up to $500.
Furthermore, they launched a new mobile and online banking system with great features and functionality including touch-ID, facial recognition, remote deposit, expanded eAlerts, integrated “on/off” debit and credit card controls, travel notifications, the ability to open a variety of new accounts online, such as share accounts, certificates of deposit, money market accounts and much more.
In addition to serving their members through financial means, Genisys is committed to giving back to the communities they serve. In 2019, the Genisys Team supported over 1,200 events volunteering nearly 5,000 hours of their time across the communities they serve. From this community dedication, it allowed Genisys to donate $40,705 to Walk for Warmth, $14,951.46 to United Way, and $17,782.32 to Lighthouse of Oakland County.
The credit union looks forward to continuing to best serve their current and future members and their communities.
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Oakland Together 2020 Democracy Initiative is ‘largest effort in Michigan’ for voter safety
Through a collaboration with David Coulter, Board of Commissioners Chairman David Woodward, Clerk Lisa Brown, and the Oakland County Safe, Healthy, and Secure Election Advisory Council, we are taking several important steps to ensure our 2020 elections are safe and secure during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Democracy Initiative focuses on four key areas:
- Easy and informed absentee voter participation
- Safe polling locations with full implementation of health protocols
- Trained new election workers and precautions for vulnerable workers
- Adequate equipment to count ballots and promote confidence in elections
The Board of Commissioners is considering:
- Prepaid postage for November absentee ballots to remove an additional barrier for residents who choose to vote by mail
- A Protect Democracy Election Worker Recruitment and Retention Program, which support local clerks retain and recruit election workers during the pandemic by paying election works an additional $50
New Economic Recovery Grants Available to Oakland County Small Businesses
With support from the Board of Commissioners, we have been aggressive in funding programs and services to help mitigate the economic effects of the pandemic on businesses, non-profits, residents and communities, devoting more than $100 million to the cause.
We are currently accepting applications for the
Oakland Together Small Business Recovery Grant. The funds will help retail stores, restaurants and personal service businesses such as salons and fitness centers that were impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Eligible businesses have suffered actual or anticipated losses from March 2020 through July 2020 including lost revenue, operating at a reduced level of production, sales, employment or service, or fully closed all operations and are now in the process of reopening.
Oakland County small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can also apply for grants of up to $20,000 to help cover costs such as rent, salaries, and utilities under a program that uses part of Michigan’s CARES Act funding.
The Michigan Economic Development Corp. allocated $11 million to create the
Michigan Small Business Restart Program to help stabilize small businesses that have been hit hard by the pandemic. It specifies that at least 30 percent of the grants must be given to eligible small businesses owned by minorities, veterans or women.
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Match dollars available for EDA Cares Act Recovery Assistance Program
The MEDC, on behalf of the Michigan Strategic Fund, is also accepting proposals to support funding match requirements within the
U.S. Economic Development Administration’s (EDA) CARES Act Recovery Assistance
program. The MEDC will deploy funds through the state CDBG program to provide 50% of project match dollars, up to $250,000 per project, required for EDA Recovery Assistance applications. To be eligible for these match dollars, activities must fit within CDBG program
funding guidelines
. The opportunity will remain open until all available CDBG matching funds have been allocated.
‘Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch’ Invites Companies to Apply for Special Michigan-Focused Show:
Entrepreneur and MEDC are looking for Michigan-based companies to be on a special episode of
Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, the 60-second pitch competition for founders who have scalable products or services that are ready for investment, and who have a specific plan for how that investment can help them grow. The Top 5 companies will have a chance to pitch to the show’s investors during the virtual filming of Season 6 in August 2020. Applications are due by August 1, 2020. Applications can be found at
https://www.entrepreneur.com/page/352082.
Michigan Celebrates Small Business Announces the 2020 Small Business Award Recipients
Small business owners and supporters from all across the state will come together (virtually) to show their support for Michigan’s growing companies at the state’s premier awards program for small business. The 16th Annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business (MCSB) awards gala will be held virtually on Tuesday, July 28, 2020.
Ninety-four (94) businesses will be recognized for their role in growing Michigan’s economy and creating jobs. The “Michigan 50 Companies to Watch” will be recognized at the celebration. Other small business awards will be presented at the gala, including Best Small Businesses from across the state. Additionally, the Small Business Administration (SBA) Michigan District Office will present a number of small business awards.
Register to participate in the virtual
gala here.
Webinar on Export Opportunities in Australia and New Zealand: Companies looking to expand into or increase export opportunities in the Australian and New Zealand markets are invited to join a free, MUST-attend virtual event on
Wednesday, July 29. Attendees will hear brief remarks from the Honorable David Bushby, Consul-General of Australia in Chicago, and learn about sectors of opportunity, tips for conducting international business, the current and future state of play in these markets, and more.
Virtual Trade Mission to Mexico
: Automation Alley and MEDC are hosting their
first ever virtual trade mission which takes place
September 21-25, 2020.
During the mission, companies will engage in customized B2B virtual meetings with potential buyers, partners, and distributors from Mexico. The
deadline to register is August 7. MI-STEP grants are available to offset the cost of the mission.
Learn More About Three Grants Currently Available to Help Businesses Recover, Restart and
Be More Resilient in the Future
- Oakland Together Small Business Recovery Grant
- Michigan Small Business Restart Program
- Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) Resilience Grant
1. Oakland Together Small Business Recovery Grant
Closes: 5 p.m., Monday, August 24, 2020
Oakland County is dedicating nearly $30 million from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Fund to help small businesses negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
This competitive grant program is focused on these hard-hit sectors:
- Retail
- Food and Lodging Personal Services
- Business Services
- Entertainment and Recreation
- Construction and Maintenance Services
ELIGIBILITY
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic effects between March 2020 and June 2020, your business must have experienced at least one of the following:
- A loss of gross receipts or sales revenue
- Operated at a reduced level of production, sales, employment or service
- Temporarily closed all operations and are now in the process of reopening
Additionally, your business must meet these requirements:
- The business must provide and/or sell goods, products and/or services at or from a physical location within Oakland County Michigan
- If the business owns the building it operates from, as of the application submittal date, there can be no 2019, or prior, property tax payments overdue
- If the business operates out of a residence (home-based business) as of the application submittlal date, there can be no 2019, or prior, property tax payments overdue
- The business must employ 100 or fewer full-time and/or part-time employees
- Must be a for-profit business
2. Michigan Small Business Restart Program
Closes: 11:59 p.m., Wednesday, August 5, 2020
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is administering the State’s $100 million CARES Act funding to help Michigan’s small businesses restart following the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Oakland County will receive $11 million as part of this grant program. Businesses can apply for grants of up to $20,000. Awardees will be announced no later than September 30.
ELIGIBILITY
Businesses and nonprofits with 50 or fewer employees, worldwide, located in Michigan. Businesses must also demonstrate the following:
- Part of an industry or nonprofit that can demonstrate it has been impacted by the COVID-19 emergency
- Needs working capital to support payroll expenses, rent, mortgage payments, utility expenses or other similar expenses
- Demonstrates an income loss as result of the COVID-19 emergency as determined by the Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF).
Additionally, at least 30 percent of the funds awarded under this program will be provided to women-owned, minority-owned or veteran-owned eligible businesses. The MEDC anticipates that more than 5,000 businesses across the state will benefit from this program.
Grants must be used for expenditures made between March 1, 2020 and December 30, 2020 that meet the following criteria: Necessary expenditures incurred due to the public health emergency with respect to COVID-19 (such as resulting from employment or business interruptions due to COVID-19). And, working capital to support payroll expenses, rent, mortgage payments, utility expenses, costs related to reopening a business or nonprofit, or other use authorized under the CARES Act.
Questions? Contact the MEDC Call Center (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.):
(888) 522-0103
3. PPE Resilience Grant
Oakland County, in partnership with Macomb County and Automation Alley, has created this grant to help enhance the emergency response readiness of the counties’ small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through the application of digital technologies known as Industry 4.0. Grant funds will be used to re-train, re-organize, upskill, install and incorporate state-of-the-art digital manufacturing to prepare for a more resilient future when PPE is needed.
Industry 4.0 technologies for the purposes of this grant program refer to: Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, The Cloud, Cybersecurity, Additive Manufacturing and Advanced Materials and Modeling, Simulation, Visualization, and Immersion (MSVI).
Industry 4.0 technologies enable rapid and resilient responses to catastrophic events. The following are some examples of their use during the COVID-19 pandemic:
- Digital factory and MSVI technologies used to model TCF Center in Detroit
- Additive manufacturing used to produce ventilator parts and molds, and PPE
- Big data used to assess COVID-19 spread, behaviors, and trends
- Cybersecurity technologies critical for secure contact tracing
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Oakland County Michigan Works! has expanded the Virtual Job Seeker Workshop Series and is offering a new Financial Coaching program.
The expanded
Virtual Job Seeker Workshop Series includes eight interactive workshops spread out over two weeks. Workshops are Monday through Friday from 10-11am (with the exception of LinkedIn which is 10-11:30am). I’ve attached a press release that highlights our Virtual Interviewing workshop and the flyer that contains information about the entire series. In addition to the attachments, more information and links to our registration page can be found on our website:
https://www.oakgov.com/advantageoakland/workforce/Pages/OCMW-Virtual-Workshop-Program.aspx.
The new
Financial Coaching program is a free program offered to any Oakland County resident. This program is funded by Oakland County and the financial coaches are representatives from the Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency (OLHSA). OLHSA financial coaches are available to virtually meet with County residents to help identify and meet financial goals. More information can be found in the attached press release and program flyer. Interested individuals can schedule a confidential appointment on our website:
https://www.oakgov.com/advantageoakland/workforce/Pages/Financial-Coaching.aspx.
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Walled Lake 48390
Phone: 248.624.2826
Fax: 248.624.2892
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