Dear Chamber Members,

One of the greatest benefits of Chamber membership is the opportunity to build genuine, long-term relationships that support both personal and professional growth. This month, we’re focused on creating intentional spaces where you can connect, collaborate, and grow your networking confidence. So far this year, we have brought back our Lunch and Learn events, add more morning and after hours networking opportunities and engaged new speakers to share their tips and tricks with you, be sure to tune in and take advantage of these this valuable programming for your business!

Whether you’re looking to grow your network, showcase your business, or just enjoy some great community fun, we invite you to join us at these exciting upcoming events.

What’s Coming Up:

• Morning Meet & Greet May 30th | 8:00-9:30 AM

Hosted by Two Men and A Truck

• Hartland Polo Classic June 7 | 4:30-10:00 PM

Heritage Park

• Hartland Polo Party June 8 | 12:00- 4:00 PM

Heritage Park

We encourage all of our members and neighbors to take advantage of these opportunities to connect, celebrate, and support one another. This season is about building stronger relationships, deepening community ties, and creating new possibilities together.

Thank you for being a part of our growing network. We can’t wait to see you at an upcoming event!

Warm regards,

Emmalyn Wheaton

Executive Director, Hartland Area Chamber of Commerce

Connecting Business. Strengthening Community.

Our mission is to foster a prosperous community to advance and expand business

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Ohana Karate

Regal Payments

Savage Media

Independent Bank

The Foundry Workspaces

Herndon Family Agency- Farm Bureau Insurance

Designs for Eyes

Want to be our Business of the Week? One of the perc's of advertising in our annual Directory and Community Guide is a feature as Business of the Week. Ask us how to get the most out of your advertising budget and feature your business with us! info@hartlandchamber.org

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New round of tariffs go into effect

with Trump announcement;

Share your thoughts, impacts

What's new: In an effort to address trade asymmetries on bilateral and multilateral bases, President Trump announced his plan Wednesday to impose reciprocal tariffs against nearly every U.S. trading partner.

• If the tariffs – slated to go into effect April 9 – remain in place, they would raise effective tariff rates to nearly 20%.
• Trump also announced a baseline rate of 10% on all imports, effective April 5.
• Canada and Mexico were spared from reciprocal tariffs, in line with some expectations and a positive development for the region.
• The implementing executive order carved out certain import categories from the new levies.

Why it matters: The surge in inflation during the Biden administration and painful price increases to businesses and consumers are widely recognized as a decisive factor in the outcome of the 2024 elections.

• At the same time, many recent studies affirm that today’s tariff plans threaten thousands of dollars in higher prices annual for the typical American household.

While we agree with the ultimate goal of protecting the U.S. economy and its workers from unfair trade practices, we are concerned with the broad-based nature of the tariffs.

• We favor a more targeted, pro-growth approach on countries and regions that focus on specific issues and proposed solutions to resolve real barriers to American industry.
• The Michigan Chamber will continue to engage with federal decision makers – including our state’s Congressional delegation – to relay concerns we are hearing from businesses and consumers and advocate for sensible policies that strengthen our economic vitality.
• Complete our survey to assist Chamber engagement as the situation continues to unfold. (NOTE: If you’re already participated, we’d encourage you to respond again as some of the questions have changed given the evolving situation.)

Stay compliant, protect your business:

Key 2025 employment law, HR resources

What’s happening: Michigan’s employment laws are changing in 2025, including the new Earned Sick Time Act and updates to minimum wage regulations (effective February 21, 2025). These changes impact every business, requiring updates to workplace policies, employee handbooks and labor law postings while creating new compliance challenges.

Why it matters: Staying on top of evolving employment laws is time consuming and complex. Missing a requirement can lead to fines, legal risks and operational headaches. That’s why the Michigan Chamber has created a suite of practical, trusted and easy-to-use resources – so you can focus on running your business with confidence.

New resources and tools: We’ve updated our employment law offerings to simplify compliance.

• 2025 Labor Law Poster Subscription – Includes all legally required postings, plus real-time, free updates for 12 months of any new state or federal changes. LEARN MORE/ORDER
• Michigan-Specific 2025 Employment Law Handbook – A comprehensive guide, developed with legal experts at Miller Canfield, covering key topics like hiring and firing, compensation and benefits, and employer and employee protections. LEARN MORE/ORDER
• Hundreds of updates for 2025! Includes new Earned Sick Time Act and minimum wage updates
• Includes FREE registration to a webinar walking through the key regulations and changes (May 1, 12–1 PM) – Get expert insights plus live Q&A with Miller Canfield’s legal team.
• Sample Employee Handbook 2025: A Blueprint of Workplace Policies – Designed for small businesses in partnership with legal experts at Butzel, featuring two options for new required Earned Sick Time policies and a variety of common clauses and best practices for workplace policies. LEARN MORE/ORDER
• Order by April 30 and save $20 with code SEH2025.

The bottom line: Ensure compliance and protect your business. Learn more and order today.

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