SEPTEMBER 2019 E-Newsletter
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Upcoming Chamber Events ...
Please Join Us!
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Thursday, September 5
Healthcare Network Group
8:30 - 10:00 am
Sunrise of West Bloomfield
7005 Pontiac Trail
West Bloomfield 48323
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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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Friday, September 6
1st Friday Coffee Connect
8:30 - 9:30 am
Hosted by Pontiac Trail Pharmacy
City Park behind the Chamber office
305 N. Pontiac Trail
Walled Lake 48390
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As summer comes to a close we'll enjoy meeting outside at the Park / Gazebo directly behind the chamber office.
This fast, fun, free morning mixer is the perfect opportunity to learn more about our host business while mingling with chamber friends and grabbing a light breakfast. Don't forget to bring along your business cards...
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Tuesday, September 10
Spotlight Lunch
11:30 am
Urban Gyro
2051 N. Wixom Road
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.
We helped celebrate the Grand Opening of Urban Gyro with Dennis and his team several months ago where we first sampled their delicious food ... so we know first-hand you're in for a real treat!
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Tuesday, September 10
After-Hours Networking
Hosted by our Young Professionals Group
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Copper Mug
1704 E. West Maple Road
Walled Lake 48390
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FREE for current LACC Members / $10 for non-members
You're invited to participate as our YPG folks network after-hours at this local watering hole. Along with terrific networking, we'll include appetizers and a trip to the batting cages for our LACC members. Register your attendance so we can plan accordingly ...
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Wednesday, September 18
Education Workshop
"Creating Your Personal Planning Guide"
Presented by Stacie Zotkovich of Family Funeral Care
10:00 - 11:30 am
Chamber office
305 N. Pontiac Trail, Ste. A
Walled Lake 48390
FREE to current LACC members
Light Refreshments Provided / Space is limited - Reservation Required
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Join us for this free education opportunity as Stacie covers important information you need to think about including your legacy guide, completing a representative form and preplanning information. The celebration of a lifetime begins here.
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Thursday, September 19
3rd Thursday Coffee Connect
8:30 - 9:30 am
Dance Dynamics Performing Arts Center
1400 E. West Maple Road
Walled Lake 48390
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Casual morning networking event – learn more about our host business and network with fellow chamber members.
Light breakfast and door prize drawing included.
It's a great way to start your Thursday ... hope to see you there!
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Tuesday, September 24
Member Orientation Breakfast
8:30 - 10:00 am
Independence Village
935 Union Lake Road
White Lake 48386
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New (and not-so-new) members are invited to attend as we review the benefits of membership with the Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce.
Networking, Continental Breakfast and the opportunity to make sure you are getting the most out of your membership investment.
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Wednesday, September 25
Ambassador Meeting
10 am
Chamber office
305 N. Pontiac Trail, Ste. A
Walled Lake 48390
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The Ambassadors are making things happen. Members from this committee help welcome and mentor our newest members by reaching out and answering questions and helping them to learn the value of their membership. Ambassadors also join us at networking events, ribbon cuttings and educational events to help make introductions as well as greet and facilitate at these events. Stop by and see if this might be a good group for you and your business to get involved with ...
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Coming Soon ... Save the Date!
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2019
8:00 - 10:00 AM
Walled Lake Fire Station
1499 E. West Maple Road
Walled Lake 48390
$5/person includes Continental Breakfast
Reservation Required
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Join us as first responders from our local municipalities including Commerce, Waterford, Walled Lake, White Lake, Wixom and Wolverine Lake discuss their top concerns and the impact they have on our communities.
Topics include:
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Opioids in the community - usage, overdoses, Narcan training
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Traffic concerns - congestion, infrastructure, distracted driver issues
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Active shooter - ALICE Training
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Police / Fire community relations and interactions
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Fire safety & prevention
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Bullying
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Effective dispatch communications
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Phishing scams especially concerning the elderly
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CEO or entrepreneur - employer or employee - this business conference is designed to inspire, educate and motivate professionals in all industries. The tools and resources shared by our experts are guaranteed to send you away with new ideas and tools you can implement personally and professionally.
Looking for Business to Business venues? Infused 365 is definitely your solution. This 1/2 day conference affords you the opportunity to display, network and promote your products and services to a variety of business owners and professionals.
This year's line-up of speakrs are "heavy'hitters" who will share their knowledge, energize and entertain the audience. Don't miss out ...
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Our Newest Chamber Members
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American Interiors
Laura Zajac - 248.624.2255
29550 Hudson Drive, Novi
Anchor Family Dentistry PLC
Dr. Majella Caven-Nwagwu
2600 Union Lake Road, Ste. 130
Commerce
CareOne Senior Care
Rebecca Lahue - 248.308.5906
41850 W. 11 Mile Road, Ste 108, Novi
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ComForCare Home Care
Ziad Dally - 248.956.7836
2000 Oakley Park Road, Ste 208
Commerce Township
Media Hero
Mark Einhaus - 248.259.4288
West Bloomfield
Selinsky Business Capital
Donna J. Selinsky - 248.320.8980
Wixom
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1-800-Radiator of Detroit NW
Marvin Beasley - 248.960.3006
Member Since 2007
AFL's Knights of Technology
Jeff Lipshaw - 248.425.0009
Member Since 2012
AT&T - Commerce
Chad Hartung - 248.960.3737
Member Since 2017
AT&T - Wixom
Chad Hartung - 248.434.3399
Member Since 2017
Burns & Company, LLC
Matthew Burns - 248.669.4600
Member Since 1977
Champion Screw Machine
Katharine Coffman - 248.624.4545
Member Since 2014
Colonial Mini Storage & Truck Rental
Teri Heintz - 248.669.3237
Member Since 1995
Commerce Hearing Center
David Kelley - 248.360.8825
Member Since 2017
Community Dental of Walled Lake
Dr. Darren Schweymaier - 248.669.3434
Member Since 2011
Dickey's Barbeque Pit
Joe & Peggy Anicka - 248.360.4055
Member Since 2012
Essentially Accounting LLC
Chris Freeze - 248.240.1748
Member Since 2018
Ever After Photo Booth Co.
Chad Ever - 248.550.0872
Member Since 2018
HealthAdvisorsGroup /
National Benefit Plans
Jennifer Grossi - 248.867.5219
Member Since 2018
HEMPWORX, Independent Affiliate
Lynn Lipman - 248.765.8941
Member Since 2018
Henderson Glass Company
Theresa Ayers - 248.624.2288
Member Since 2009
James W. Mann - Associate Member
West Bloomfield - 248.363.3914
Member Since 1983
Kenny's Lakes Area Auto Experts
Kenny Walters - 248.668.1200
Member Since 2004
Kentucky Fried Chicken/Lucky Dining Inc
Glen Flewelling - 734.476.2917
Member Since 2017
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Kids in Motion Pediatric Therapy Services
Mary Hydorn - 248.684.9610
Member Since 2010
Lynch & Sons Funeral Home
Timothy Lynch Jr. - 248.624.2251
Member Since 1974
Magnolia by the Lakes
Carol Payne - 248.681.8000
Member Since 2017
McKenna Associates
John Jackson - 248.596.0920
Member Since 2014
Miller House
Julie Wells - 248.408.4419
Member Since 2017
Monat Global
Amy Lazare - 248.909.7199
Member Since 2017
The Neighborhoods of White Lake
Andrea Hengy - 248.618.4100
Member Since 2017
Oakland Vision
Dr. Fred Weiser - 248.624.1707
Member Since 1987
Serenity Massage Studio
Katie Gates - 248.896.2799
Member Since 2018
Strobl & Sharp, P.C.
Alan Rudzewicz - 248.540.2300
Member Since 1994
Trijicon
Dave Sikorski - 248.960.7700
Member Since 1997
Two Men and a Truck
Charlene Bush - 248.327.4584
Member Since 2015
UBS Financial Services -
Lifetime Wealth Management
Paul DeRoche, CFP - 248.737.5458
Member Since 2018
Walled Lake Prime Time Care
Judith Scott
- 248.956.5111
Member Since 2017
Walmart - Commerce Twp
Tess Gast - 248.668.0274
Member Since 1998
Watkins Flowers
Cheryl Orman - 248.624.4507
Member Since 1976
Westlake Health Campus
Madeline Heierman - 248.363.9400
Member Since 2008
Woodbrook Painting & Powerwashing
Keith Hesano - 248.624.8888
Member Since 2012
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We've been busy!
Check out photos from our recent events ...
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Healthcare Network Group
Hosted at The Neighborhoods of White Lake
Thursday, August 1, 2019
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After taking July off for vacations, our Healthcare Network Group met in August at The Neighborhoods of White Lake. While this group is not category exclusive, they s
hare information & education, pass referrals and help promote the overall well-being of healthcare related businesses within our Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. Let us know if you're interested in stopping by for a visit ...?
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1st Friday Coffee Connect at The Red Poppy
Friday, August 2, 2019
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This bed & breakfast, and its serene setting, is perfect for events such as scrap-booking, yoga, meditation, instructional events, bridal showers and small weddings. They offer a range of sleeping accommodations; dorm style, semi private, and private rooms and additional amenities such as an indoor pool and fitness equipment, waterfront and wooded grounds, as well as hiking trails from a neighboring state park.
Thanks to owners Lynne & Tom for hosting. I'm guessing you'll have some return customers ...
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Genisys Credit Union & Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Rockin' Under the Stars
Saturday, August 3, 2019
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Thanks to our Sponsors who make this event possible:
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A huge THANK YOU to our Volunteers who helped to make sure everything ran smoothly - Gregg Coffey, Tim & Karen Harry, Linda & John Hyaduck, Jessica Jamieson, Lynn Lipman, Kevin & Judy McIsaac, Dave Pickering, Rene Saenz, Michael & Ray Vanderwill, Ralph Wagner, Pat Wlodarczyk and Pauline Zunich.
Of course, the Rockin' Committee of Barry Anderson, Rachael Bates, Doug Browne, Dave Fisher, Nancy Rozum, Sue Vanderwill and Carol Wagner worked alongside the Chamber Team of Laura Bolyard, Pam Coffey and Michele Tucholke to ensure this family-friendly community event delights the communities we serve. Thanks to all!!!
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Rolling Hills Ground Breaking / Informational Luncheon
Wednesday, August 7, 2019
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Rolling Hills will offer an all-inclusive experience where one price will take care of all residents' daily needs including chef-prepared meals and a myriad of entertainment options with a full calendar of life-enriching activities. On-site staff will provide assistance through the 24/7 emergency call system, appointment transportation, concierge services, and valet parking.
Residents will also enjoy the convenience of an in-house bank, pharmacy, gift shop, and salon – all of which will be open to the public. Residents needing home health care have the freedom to contract with their choice of providers. All-inclusive monthly rents for a studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments are competitively priced with no buy-in fee.
The $30 million, 180,000 square foot Rolling Hills is the first RLC location in Michigan and will provide an array of significant long-term benefits to the Commerce Township area including the creation of more than 30 local jobs. The greatest community benefit will be a safe, compassionate lifestyle for residents, and total peace of mind for their families. The community will be located at 3300 Crumb Road in Commerce Township.
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Young Professional Group "My Story" Breakfast
Matthew Sharrak with MMS / AT&T
Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at Hampton Inn & Suites Wixom
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A huge thank-you to Matthew Sharrak, President of
Midwest Mobility Solutions / AT&T for sharing his story with our Lakes Area Young Professionals Group this morning.
From sales at his uncle's pager store, to owning his own AT&T store, to now owning over 70 AT&T locations - it's a success story based on growth, innovation and smart management! Having the right people with the right attitude is one of the things that made it all come together.
Thanks to Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Wixom for hosting the breakfast and thanks to our YPG's for another fun morning together.
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3rd Thursday Coffee Connect - DFCU Financial Credit Union
Thursday, August 15, 2019
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Our thanks to
DFCU Financial in Commerce for hosting our 3rd Thursday Coffee Connect.
Branch Manager, Donaa Ellis and her team made us feel right at home at their lovely branch located at 2765 Commerce Crossing Road. They've been members of the LACC since 2006 and we truly appreciate their continued support and participation!
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M1 Concourse Multi-Chamber Networking Event
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
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A huge thank you to Audrey Ryskamp, Carol Peters and Kelley LaFontaine for inviting our members over for a fun summer night at the race track!!
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Spotlight Lunch at Culver's of Wixom
Thursday, August 22, 2019
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Culver's hosted our August Spotlight Lunch and it was the perfect spot for networking, lunch and a summertime treat! Thanks to owner Charles Paisley and his staff for taking good care of our Chamber lunch group. And a special thanks to Executive Director, Farah Shammami, from the
Novi Chamber of Commerce for joining us.
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"Stuff You Don't Learn in School" Education Event
Presented by Joe Dallo of Dallo Financial
Tuesday, August 27, 2019
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Our thanks to
Joe Dallo, AIF, J.D. - LPL Financial Advisor at Dallo Financial for sharing his expertise at one of our free LACC workshops. Titled "Stuff You Don't Learn in School", Joe shared information on how to maximize your your income potential as he discussed credit, minimizing your taxes and having a plan for retirement.
On a side note, congratulations to Joe and his family on the recent addition of a happy, healthy baby boy to the Dallo Family!
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Congresswoman Haley Stevens
Business Roundtable at Michigan Works
Tuesday, August 27, 2019
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Novi Chamber of Commerce and Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a roundtable at
North Oakland Michigan Works with
Representative Haley Stevens. Congresswoman Stevens, who represents Michigan's 11th District, met with business leaders from the area and discussed issues including manufacturing, immigration, education and infrastructure.Her passion and enthusiasm working for the businesses and residents within her district was certainly evident and we're thankful she included the LACC as she visits every community in her congressional district over the next month.
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As part of her "24 Towns in 24 Days" districtwide tour,
Rep. Stevens will make business visits in Commerce Township, Livonia, Milford, Plymouth, and Rochester Hills. Other stops will include Lake Angelus, Northville Township, Novi, Clawson, Plymouth Township and White Lake. Much thanks to everyone who helped to bring the event together including Kevin Courtois with the
U.S. Chamber of Commerce - Great Lakes Region, Ken Johnson the Executive Director with the U.S. Chamber and Coleen Pobur, District Director for
Congresswoman Stevens.
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Ambassador "We Thank You Wednesday"
Visit to Watkins Flowers
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
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Our Awesome Ambassadors hit the road after their monthly meeting at the Chamber office to stop by one lucky member business with a gift and a Thank-You ... This month they visited Watkins Flowers to say thanks for their longtime LACC membership. Located at 1123 E. West Maple Road in Walled Lake, they have been members of the Chamber since 1976!!!
We wish you continued success and thank you for your longtime support of the Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and our community along the way!
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HVCA Gallery Presents
Reflections, by artist Courtney Hatcher
July 31- Sept 28
205 W. Livingston Rd., Highland
Courtney Hatcher is an artist best known for her abstract work in which she expresses heightened emotional states through painting and collage. She draws her inspiration from nature and from reflecting on human behavior. She was born and raised in Flint, Michigan. She continued her education at the University of Michigan-Flint where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts and a Bachelor's degree in Theatre Performance.
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305 N. Pontiac Trail, Ste. A
Walled Lake 48390
Phone: 248.624.2826
Fax: 248.624.2892
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