Chairma N `s letter - Jackson Chamber of Commerce

Transcription

PAGE 5
PAGE4
Economic Development
Asset Maps & Made in Jackson
PAGE 8
Power Points from Peers
The ULTIMATE QUESTION & The
Benefits of Upgrading Your Property
PAGE9
Government Relations
Handy Reference Guide to
Legislative Contacts
CHAMBER
News
*Content written by outside sources do not reflect the views & opinions of the Chamber.
Volume10 Number1
2012
February
Thank you.
~ Michael
JacksonChamber.org
I
magine if we could create a unified vision
of where we want Jackson to be in about
10 years. Jackson 2020 is a community-wide
process by which we work together, solving
community issues over a long period of time!
During this process, we hope to find new ways
to align resources, collaborate and have a collective impact resulting in a stronger and more
vibrant community. We successfully did this before in the early 1980s when Bob Carlton and
hundreds of community citizens engaged in a
process called Jackson 1990 and it is time to put
the process into action again.
Collaboration fosters successes bigger than
any of us could achieve on our own. Communication is a key element too. I have seen the
power of collaboration and communication
between the United Way and the Jackson Community Foundation resulting in creativity, alignment of goals and better funding decisions. We
had many conversations about how much more
impactful we could be with more partners from
more community sectors participating in the
same process.
The thing is, we have had the same conversation over and over again with other community
leaders and these conversations eventually led
us to the desire to collaborate on creating a unified vision for our community that we could all
see ourselves, our organizations and our businesses having a role in and commitment to
achieving together.
Our goal is to find consensus, share tasks,
and build on our assets. Suzanne Morse, author
of Smart Communities: How Citizens and
Local Leaders Can Use Strategic Thinking
to Build a Brighter Future, explained when
6,
h
he end, and beginning, of every year is good for a number
of things. I like this time to reminisce about the past and contemplate the future. A couple
of months ago I pondered the
speech delivered to the community at the Chamber’s Annual Dinner. My message was simple - I
think we need more “unity” in our
community. I define unity by these
five basic tenets.
The U is having an unwavering commitment to excellence
in everything one commits to
do. If you can’t, don’t do it. The
N stands for a new norm that
makes it unacceptable to denigrate this community until one
has personally demonstrated a
willingness to make a positive
change. The I is for integration
- making “We’re Better Together”
more than just a slogan. The T reminds us to simply say thank
you more often. And finally, the Y
stands for youth. Our future is the youth of
this community.
As we go forward in 2012
let us all try
to instill more
unity in our
community!
t
igh
tl
T
So what is
Jackson 2020
anyway?
Member S
po
arc
Tuesday, M
Chairman’s Letter
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce
The Unity in
Community
Chamber in Action
Legislative Action Center &
Employers Guide to Health Care
20
12
-$
rs o
e
p
20 per
n
she was here in November how great Jackson
already is and can be. She talked about how successful communities practiced Democracy and
built upon their assets. We have identified assets
in seven areas and established workgroups including: health and well being, education, community safety, community and social support,
government efficiency and effectiveness, cultural
and recreational opportunities and economic and
workforce development.
Another goal is to engage people who aren’t
usually at community convening events, who
understand different parts of the community,
who have just never been asked to serve and participate. We need to engage youth, neighborhood
organizations, urban and rural citizens, corporations, small business and nonprofit organizations
together.
Jackson 2020 is not about creating a new
plan, or criticizing others’ plans. Jackson
2020 is about creating a community vision,
breaking down silos and challenging all community groups to plan bigger, better, smarter
and together. When we are doing our planning
in our own businesses and organizations, we need
know what other partners are doing, what other
resources we can leverage and how what we are
doing connects to make the whole community
stronger. To join a work group, email Kriss Gianetti at [email protected].
Contributor: Monica Moser, President & CEO
Jackson Community Foundation
February 2012 Chamber News 1
CHAMBERSTAFF
President/CEO
Mindy Bradish-Orta | [email protected]
Events Coordinator
Angela Machnik | [email protected]
Accountant & Human resources
Mary Schuessler | [email protected]
Membership Coordinator
Melissa Jaakkola | [email protected]
Education &
Communications Coordinator
Susan Franck | [email protected]
Receptionist
Elizabeth James | [email protected]
ExecutiveCommittee
Ribbon Cutting Celebrations
Grand Opening of the Jackson County Building’s
Second Floor Service Center on 7-8-11
Grand Opening Celebration for New Mobility Solutions Medical Transport & New Mobility Solutions
Van Rental, 2618 Wildwood Avenue, Jackson on
8-10-11
Grand Opening of Pledgers Hair Salon , 330 W.
Franklin Street, Ste 2 on 8-10-11
Grand Opening of the Hodge Podge Shop, 329 W.
Michigan Avenue on 9-8-11
Re-dedication of Kiwanis Park, Downtown Jackson
on 9-16-11
Grand Opening – Erik Smith Investments, 2002
Spring Arbor Rd Ste D on 9-27-11
Grand Opening – ADAM (Another Day Another
Memory), 3027 Wildwood Avenue on 9-28-11
Grand Opening – Spoil Me Pet Accessories, 283 S.
Zeeb Road, Ann Arbor on 10-4-11
Chair
Michael M. Jones | Consumers Energy
Vice Chair
Sarah Ermatinger | C P Federal Credit Union
Immediate Past Chairman
R. Dale Moretz | Moretz Technologies, LLC
Treasurer
Tom Shemanski | NorthStar Capital, LLC
Secretary
Aaron Boatin | Ambs Call Center
At-Large
Daniel Machnik, CIS | Willis & Machnik Financial Services
Robert J. Michaels | RJM
Karyn L. Updike | Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists, P.C.
BoardOFDirectors
J. Jeffrey Anderson | Anderson & Makulski, PC
Brad A. Brelinski | Curtis & Curtis, P.C.
Josh Burgett | Michigan International Speedway
Wendy Clifton | A Frame Above
Freddie Dancy | AFLAC-Freddie Dancy
Martin G. Lozier | Aymond, Lozier & Arora, PLC
Dan Maletich | Comerica Bank
Chad Noble | Allegiance Health
Teri Ogg | Manpower Services
Mike Overton | Jackson County
Mark Kostrzewa | Jackson County CVB
Larry Shaffer | City of Jackson
Dr. Michelle Shields | Jackson Community College
Barb Smith | Rapid Refill Ink
Ken Toll | United Way of Jackson County
John Waldron | County National Bank
BoardOFGovernors
John Crist | CP Federal Credit Union
Philip DuPuis | DuPuis et Fils Jewelers, Inc.
Linda Furgason | Avis Rent A Car
Sue Goldsen | Jackson Radio Works
RON GRIFFITH | Spring Arbor University
Sandy Maes | Allegiance Health
Philip M. Moilanen | Marcoux, Allen, Schomer, Bower,
Nichols, Kendall, & LindseyUnion
Steven Patch | The Lally Group
Dr. Daniel J. Phelan | Jackson Community College
Allen Spiess, Jr. | Kellogg Crankshaft
2 Chamber News February 2012
JacksonChamber.org
2020 Vision
able places to live, work and play for people of
all ages, backgrounds and cultures.
Inspiration also comes to me when I see others
setting the example of leadership on a daily basis.
Within the Chamber membership we have wonderful examples of visionary leadership, such as:
• Those who have stepped up to serve on the Chamber boards and committees, it is their passions and vision that fuel the mission of our organization.
• Those who volunteer their time and energy to support fellow businessmen and women in the Jackson Retail Success Academy™ program and the Leadership Academy.
• Businesses that continue to find ways to grow and invest in Jackson.
• Those who volunteer and work with
children to empower them.
• Young professionals who see the potential and invest themselves in our community.
• Our elected officials, stepping into the public arena because they believe in the process.
Every one of us can be a leader that inspires
others. There is much to accomplish in our community and our future requires that everyone play
a part. Call the Jackson 2020 leadership to see
what role you
ck
can play or to be
an
a part of the vision. Kriss Giannetti 517841-2148
Fr
here is no such thing as a leader who has
no vision.” says John Maxwell, “It’s a given
that all leaders have something they want to accomplish. However, the success of the leader is
not dependent upon their vision but rather if they
can transfer the vision from ‘me’ to ‘we’. Then everyone can climb the mountain together.”
What is a vision? It is not as mystical as it
sounds. A vision, quite simply, is a picture of what
success will be at a particular time in the future.
It encompasses answers to an array of questions:
What does our community look like? How big is
it? What are we famous for? How do people who
live and work here feel about it? What is my role
in it?
A vision is reasonable and articulates where we
are going. Then once the vision is set, we create the
plan to accomplish it. A great vision is inspiring.
It excites and motivates everyone involved to roll
up their sleeves to work the plan.
Our community has a long history of visionaries and inventors that forged new paths. When
change came, our predecessors found a way to
survive, working together to envision and grow a
new future.
Now, it is our turn. Again, change requires us to
face new challenges, together.
Within our community, leaders and citizens
alike are beginning work to unify and align our
collective visions and plans. It inspires me to see
the courage of our people working to craft a collaborative vision of what Jackson can be in the
year 2020. Through the conversations, trust is
building and the vision is catching on. Essentially,
the Jackson 2020 mission is to transform Jackson County into one of the nation’s most desir-
B y S u sa n
“T
AdvertisersIndex
American Office Solutions...................................................................................................................................................Page 12
Comtronics...................................................................................................................................................................................Page 12
County National Bank............................................................................................................................................................Page 11
CP Federal Credit Union......................................................................................................................................................Page 7
Cuppa..............................................................................................................................................................................................Page 4
Lloyd Ganton Retirement Centers..................................................................................................................................Page 6
RjM...................................................................................................................................................................................................Page 3
The Sugar Cookie......................................................................................................................................................................Page 12
Graphic Design by RjM
Printing and Mailing by Great Lakes Graphics
JacksonChamber.org
Economic
Development
What is
Made in Jackson?
ade in Jackson is, in its simplest form, a website promoting Jackson County manufacturers that any buyer, anywhere in the world, can access, morning, day or night.
The site is a database of participating Jackson County
manufacturers, searchable by capability, capacity and certification.
But, unlike a baseball field, if you build a website, people
don’t just come.
So, we will launch a comprehensive multi-media marketing campaign, consisting of everything from Google Ad
Words to trade shows to stickers on products….all of which
will drive traffic to the website.
We are working with JTV and Michigan International
Speedway to build even more value to the program.
This is a member benefit for Chamber and Jackson Area
Manufacturer Association members.
For more information contact Mindy at the Chamber
517-782-8221 or [email protected]
I
n the early 1980’s when I was hired as Jackson Chamber of Commerce
President, the community was in deep economic decline because of the
national recession and the recent closing of two manufacturing plants, Clark
Equipment and Goodyear. The Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Board
wanted the Chamber to take an active role in the community revitalization
and wanted to learn what primary programs and services were already in
place. They did not want to duplicate what the local governments and community organizations were already doing. Using a process called systems
mapping, I constructed a systems map of nearly eighty entities in our community. That systems/asset map was an extremely valuable tool in helping
the Chamber establish additional business support programs. From that initiative was launched the Small Business Development center, the Leadership
Academy, the Federal Procurement program, the Business Incubator, the
Economic Club of Jackson, and the Jackson Alliance for Business Development in cooperation with City and County Governments.
With Jackson 2020 underway, it makes sense to once again construct an
asset map which describes the various activities and services presently offered in our community. A first draft was completed about a year ago describing seven specific community activity sectors. After visiting with about eighty
community leaders, the seven sectors mapped included government, education, business, economic development, health care, arts and culture, and human services. Assisting with the project is the Chamber of Commerce, the
Enterprise Group, the Jackson Community Foundation and Spring Arbor
University. The updated asset map will be ready in early spring of 2012 and
put on-line by Spring Arbor University for access by the entire community.
Citizens and community leaders will be tasked
with keeping this systems map current as the
n
to
tool quickly looses value when the information is out of date. Stay informed for how
you can play in a role in this exciting endeavor.
bY Bob Ca
rl
M
A Jackson
Asset Map
JacksonChamber.org
Power Points
from Peers
Power Points from Peers
A new feature for the 2012 Chamber News is ‘Power Points from Peers’, a series of short articles sharing best business practices, recommendations and lessons learned from various Chamber member businesses - your peers.
This month we hear from Ambs Call Center and Springbrook Meadows Apartments.
The ULTIMATE
QUESTION
R
ecently Ambs Call Center
implemented a quarterly
customer survey that is sent via
email which provides us with a
service quality ranking known as
‘Net Promoter Score’. We learned
of this measurement tool at a recent strategic planning session
with Verne Harnish, author of
‘Mastering the Rockefeller Habits’, a book that I highly recommend. There are only two questions on the survey which helps
with the response rate. The questions are simply as follows: 1) On a scale
from 0 to 10, how likely are you to refer Ambs Call Center to a friend or
colleague? 2) Please share with us any comments regarding your rating.
The survey allows us to categorize how well we are doing in our customers’ eyes. In a 24/7 call center environment like ours, customer service is
as they say ‘a journey not a destination’ so we thrive on working to constantly improve service to our customers. The Net Promoter Score was
developed by Richard Owen and Laura Brooks and is discussed in greater
detail in their book ‘Answering the ULTIMATE QUESTION’.
The Net Promoter Scoring is as follows:
• Promoters (score 9-10) which are customers who are completely satisfied and will refer others, fueling growth.
• Passives (score 7-8) are satisfied but unenthusiastic customers who are vulnerable to competitive offerings.
• Detractors (score 0-6) are unhappy customers who can damage your brand and impede growth through negative word-of-mouth.
To calculate the NPS, take the percentage of customers who are Promoters and subtract the percentage who are Detractors.
We take feedback and follow up with each client personally. We enjoy
using the NPS over previous surveys because it offers us near real-time
actionable data. In the past we used a 30 question survey that had an extremely poor response simply because of the amount of time it took to
complete the survey. The NPS is a quick snap shot that gives us what we
need to know so that we can continue to deliver excellent quality of service to our customers.
Contributor: Aaron Boatin, President, Ambs Call Center
JacksonChamber.org
The Benefits of
Upgrading Your Property
H
ave you ever considered making upgrades
to improve your facility, and
found the thought of the financial investment, not to
mention the time commitment, too daunting? Springbrook Meadows apartment
complex recently completed
extensive upgrades in an effort to create a better living
environment for current and
potential residents. Property
manager Valerie Lockwood shares information about the upgrades and
how they have improved business.
“We’ve made external and internal improvements to the complex for
both aesthetic and functional reasons,” says Lockwood. “Externally, we’ve
repaired the sidewalks, repaired and seal coated the parking lots, installed
new entry doors, added rubber mulch to the playground, and increased
the amount of sand in our volleyball court.”
Internal improvements include new tile and carpet in the entry hallways and a remodeled leasing office. “The office has been repainted and
refurnished to create a more inviting environment for our current and
potential residents,” Lockwood says.
The building upgrades, funded by the Gillespie Group, which owns
Springbrook Meadows Apartments as well as Gallery Place and Victoria Pointe apartment complexes in Jackson. “We started the project
in September and the upgrades were completed by mid-October,” says
Lockwood. “Our residents are very happy with the outcome and we are
thankful to them for their understanding and patience while we made the
changes.”
Since completing the upgrades, Springbrook Meadows, located on
Springport Road, has experienced a lower turnover rate with fewer residents moving out. The apartment complex has had an occupancy rate
of 95% since the renovations were completed. “We haven’t offered any
higher discounts than we’ve offered in previous years,” Lockwood says.
“This shows us that people are willing to pay a little more for a nicer place
to live.”
Writer: Lindsey Edwards, External Communications Specialist,
Gerdau Special Steel North America
CAlendar
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce
To Register: Unless otherwise noted, R.S.V.P. for events to Mary at [email protected] or 517-782-8221 (please have your credit card information handy
when you call). All cancellations must be received with a 24-hour notice or no shows will be billed. Non-members are encouraged to attend no more than two
networking events before joining. All Chamber events are posted online at www.JacksonChamber.org under Events
February EVENTS
Thurs., February 9
Speed Networking
We guarantee that you will meet more people
than you typically do during the same amount
of time in an unstructured networking setting!
Where: Commonwealth Commerce Center (209 E. Washington)
When: 2:00-5:00 pm Happy Hour following
Cost: $25/$15 for Members
Other: This is a collaborative event with B2B, BNI & BIG networking groups
Friday, February 10
Member Orientation
Orientation for new members, new managers
and sales professionals, learn more about
chamber benefits, opportunities and events.
Where: Chamber Offices
(141 S. Jackson St.)
When: 7:30-9:00 am
Cost: FREE
Thurs., February 16
Business After Hours
The Jackson YMCA has your RESOLUTION
SOLUTION! Make your resolution your
lifestyle by getting your whole family involved!
Join us for a chance to win a 3 month family
membership, see fitness class demonstrations,
and get this..…NO join fees for Chamber
members!!!
Where: Jackson YMCA (127 Wesley St.)
When: 5:00-7:00 pm
Cost: $10/ Free for Members
Mon., February 27
Economic Club Luncheon w/
Athena and BPW
Join the Jackson Chamber and Jackson Business
and Professional Women as we honor the 2012
Jackson Athena recipient, local women and
hear a powerful keynote address from Dr. Betty
Overton-Adkins from Spring Arbor University.
Where: Bella Notte Ristorante
(137 E. Michigan Ave.)
When: 11:30-1:00 pm
Other: Lunch Included
Tues., February 28
Good Morning! Greater
Jackson
Attend this live radio program that features 5
members. The February sponsors are: American
1 Credit Union, Sam’s Club, TLC Eye Care
& Laser Centers. There are two remaining
sponsorship opportunities.
When: 7:30-8:30 am
Other: Hot Breakfast Included
Tues., February 28
Health Care Reform
Questions Answered
All of your questions on how to navigate through
the new healthcare law will be answered.
Small Business Majority (SBM) will host an
informational session to help small business
owners and self-employed entrepreneurs learn
what the new healthcare law means for them.
Where: Bella Notte Ristorante, 3rd Floor
When: 8:30 - 10:00 am
Cost: Free
JacksonChamber.org
February Meetings
Wednesday, February 1
Leadership Academy Session
Where: Spring Arbor University – Jackson Site
When: 8:00-10:00 am
Monday, February 6
Jackson Retail Success Academy Session
Where: Jackson District Library Auditorium
When: 6:00-8:30 pm
Friday, February 10
Ambassador Committee
Where: Hunt Club
When: 12:00-1:00 pm
Monday, February 13
When: 6:00-8:30 pm
Tuesday, February 14
Leadership Academy Committee
Where: Chamber Office
When: 4:00-5:00 pm
Thank you to
our Sponsors
Allegiance Health
Center for Family Health
Comcast
Consumers Energy
CP Federal Credit Union
Flagstar Bank
Jackson County Intermediate
School District
JTV
LJ Ross Associates, Inc.
American 1 Federal Credit Union
Comerica Bank
Jackson Community College
Jackson County CVB
Culver’s of Jackson
EECU - A Community Credit Union
South Central
Credit Union
South Central Michigan Works!
Jackson District Library
City of Jackson Human
Relations Com.
Edwina Divins and Carlene Walz Lefere
Jackson County Medical Care Facility
Jackson County Sheriff Dept.
LifeWays
MACI
Spring Arbor University
Walton Agency
Baker College
Big Brothers
Big Sisters
Lloyd Ganton Retirement Centers
Nonprofit Network
United Way of
Jackson County
Over 400 guests attended the
10th Annual MLK Diversity Breakfast
Leadership Academy Session
Where: Spring Arbor University – Jackson Site
When: 8:00-10:00 am
Economic Club Committee
When: 4:00-5:00 pm
Monday, February 20
Keynote Presenter - Benny Napoleon,
Wayne County Sheriff
Chamber Office Closed
Where: Presidents Day
Monday, February 20
Jackson Retail Success Academy
Where: No Class
Tuesday, February 21
Chamber Board of Directors
When: 7:30-8:30 am
da Vinci Institute with Benny Napoleon
Thursday, February 23
Monday, February 27
MLK Diversity/Challenge Day Committee
When: 8:00-9:00 am
Legislative Committee
Where: County Commission Chambers
When: 12:00-1:00 pm
Thursday, February 23
Monday, February 27
JAXPO Committee
When: 12:00 -1:00 pm
When: 6:00-8:30 pm
JacksonChamber.org
Government
Relations
Handy Reference Guide to our
Legislative Senators and Representatives
T
he only way to ensure we have the representation
we want is to voice our needs. Use this reference
guide to help you have a stronger, more effective voice.
The contact information for each elected leader is
below along with their committee assignments, which
will help you to determine who best to contact regarding your issue.
United States Senator Carl Levin
Armed Services Committee
Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs Committee
Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations
Intelligence Committee
Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee
Great Lakes Task Force
Smart Growth Task Force
Senate Auto Parts Task Force
Contact Information:
269 Russell Office Building
US Senate, Washington, DC 20510-2202
202.224.6221
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://levin.senate.gov/
United States Senator
Debbie Stabenow
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
Committee on Finance
Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry
Committee on the Budget
133 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
202.244.4822
Website: http://stabenow.senate.gov/
United States Representative
Tim Walberg
House Education and Workforce Committee
-Chair of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee
House Oversight & Government Reform Committee
House Homeland Security Committee
800 W. Ganson St., Jackson, MI 49202
Phone: 517.780.9075
Fax: 517.780.9081
Website: www.walberg.house.gov
State Senate Majority Leader
Randy Richardville
Chair: Government Operations
Chair: Legislative Council
Chair: Michigan Capitol Committee
Senate Fiscal Board
PO Box 30036, Lansing, MI 48909
517.373.3543
Website: http://www.senate.michigan.gov/gop/senators/contact.asp?District=17
State Senator Mike Nofs
Chair: Energy & Technology
Vice Chair: Banking & Financial Institutions
Economic Development Committee
Families, Seniors and Human Services Committee
517.373.2426
Website: http://senate.michigan.gov/gop/senators/
nofs.asp?District=19
State Representative Earl Poleski
House Appropriations Committee
Chair: Appropriations-General Government
Vice Chair: Department of Education
Vice Chair: Fiscal Oversight
Vice Chair: Audit and Litigation
Vice Chair: School Aid
N-998 House Office Bldg
517.373.1795
Website: http://www.gophouse.com/welcome.
asp?District=64
State Representative Mike Shirkey
Vice Chair: House Energy and Technology Committee
House Commerce
Regulatory Reform
Health Policy
N-999 House Office Bldg.
517.373.1775
Website: http://www.gophouse.com/contact.
asp?District=65
Contact Information
for County & City
Representation
County
Commissioners
Cliff Herl
1913 Perrine Rd
Rives Junction, MI 49277
517.569.3202
[email protected]
David Lutchka
1439 S. Fancisco Rd
Grass Lake, MI 49240
517.522.4596
[email protected]
Carl Rice Jr.
5562 Dogwood Dr
Jackson, MI 49201
517.745.2124
[email protected]
Phil Duckham
11610 Waterman Rd
Brooklyn, MI 49230
517.592.6714
[email protected].
mi.us
Julie Alexander
5815 Hanover Rd
Hanover, MI 49241
517.563.8729
[email protected]
James Videto
7312 Spring Arbor Rd
Spring Arbor, MI 49283
517.206.6314
[email protected]
Steve Shotwell, CHAIR
6140 S. Jackson Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
517.787.4106
[email protected]
Gail Mahoney
114 Moore St
Jackson, MI 49203
517.812.4101
[email protected]
Jonathan Williams
803 Brighton Rd
Jackson, MI 49203
517.262.3561
[email protected]
Patricia Smith
1117 E. Ganson St
Jackson, MI 49201
517.784.2954
[email protected]
Mike Way, VICE
CHAIR
1034 Crestwood
Jackson, MI 49203
517.474.1326
[email protected]
David Elwell
4219 Clinton Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
517.780.4907
[email protected]
City Council
Martin Griffin, Mayor
161 W. Michigan Ave.
Jackson, MI 49201
517.788.4028
[email protected]
Carl Breeding, Ward 1
1124 S. Milwaukee
Jackson, MI 49203
517.784.3036
[email protected]
Kim Jaquish, Ward 2
707 S. Pleasant St
Jackson, MI 49203
517.962.1870
kimberly.jaquish@yahoo.
com
Dan Greer, Ward 3
610 N. Waterloo
Jackson, MI 49202
517.787.4607
[email protected]
Laura Schlecte, Ward 4
761 W. Washington Ave,
Suite L
Jackson, MI 49201
517.780.3830
[email protected]
Andrew Frounfelker,
Ward 5
PO Box 111
Jackson, MI 49204
517.783.2011
[email protected]
Derek J. Dobies, Ward 6
918 First St.
Jackson, MI 49203
517.618.1452
[email protected]
JacksonChamber.org
Chamber
in Action
Chamber
Healthcare Reform
Launches
Questions Answered for
Online
Small Businesses
Legislative D
Action Center
W
ith the amount of significant legislation
being battled in all levels of government
every day, it is important to stay informed, voice
our opinions and make sure those voices are
heard. However, the sheer amount of communication avenues available today make it easy for
your voice to get lost in a sea of blogs, forums and
message boards.
To turn up the volume so that our voices
cannot be ignored, the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce has created a website, www.
feedback.JacksonChamber.org, that will act
as our direct link to all elected officials who
have an influence on life in Jackson County.
This legislative action center includes succinct
information regarding legislative issues relevant
to business in Jackson County. Each issue is summarized in an easy to understand synopsis, and
has both “for” and “against” arguments displayed.
Registered users are invited to voice their opinion
on the issue by voting that they “favor,” “oppose”
or are “uncertain,” and eventually, they will be able
to expand upon their vote with a comment board.
The site allows users to easily contact government representatives or organizations involved
with any particular issue. Users can add their
names to electronically prepared letters/petitions and e-mail them, or they can print them to
fill out and mail by hand. Letters and petitions can
also be drafted on the site, which can then be addressed to any elected official representing Jackson County residents at all levels of government.
The issues propagated in every level of government affect all individuals, businesses and communities across Jackson County. This website is
one more tool that helps the Chamber turn up
the volume to assure that all businesses are heard.
JacksonChamber.org
id you know that there are 126,300 small
businesses in Michigan that are eligible
for a premium tax credit? Or, did you know
there are 39,600 small businesses in Michigan
that qualify for the Maximum Premium Tax
Credits? As a self employed business owner,
what are my obligations if I hire additional
workers? Do I have to supply health insurance
to all of my employees? If no, then who is eligible? These are just a few of the questions that
will be addressed during this important meeting.
All of your questions on how to navigate
through the new healthcare law will be answered. Hosted by the Small Business Majority (SBM) to help small business owners and
self-employed entrepreneurs learn what the
new healthcare law, the Affordable Care Act,
means for them. http://smallbusinessmajority.org/_fact_sheets/fact_MI_stats.pdf
SBM fosters a network of small business owners across the country who educate other business owners, convey their perspectives to policymakers and ensure that small business voices
continue to be heard on a local, regional and
national level.
February 28
8:30-10:00am
Bella Notte, 3rd Floor
Cost: FREE
Thank you
103rd Annual Meeting Sponsors!
Flagstar Bank
106.9 HOME.fm
Lloyd Ganton
Retirement Centers
Inc.
South Central Michigan
Works!
CP Federal Credit
Union
EECU - A Community
Credit Union
Jackson Citizen Patriot
Allegiance Health
Consumers Energy
Jackson Community
College
Tripp’s Auto Shop and
Collision Center, Inc
Baker College
Christoff & Sons Floor
Covering
Comerica Bank
County National Bank
Fifth Third Bank
Jackson County
Convention &
Visitors Bureau
Jackson County
Intermediate
School District
JTV
Lally Group, PC CPA’s
Priority Health
RJ Michaels, Inc.
Rehmann
Walton Agency
Ambs Call Center
Another Design
Company
Holiday Power Sports
Jackson County
Medical Care Facility
MACI
Northwest Tool &
Machine
Orthopaedic Rehab
Specialists PC
OSB Community Bank
Willis & Jurasek CPA’s
WKHM/K-105.3/WIBM
Jackson Publishing
Membership
is more than
Networking…
M
By Meliss
a
J
embership with the Jackson County
Chamber offers members more than 50
opportunities each year to network with other
Jackson County business professionals. A great
way to increase you customer base and contact
list, but did you know that
Membership also provides opportunities to
Grow Your Bottom Line with:
• Office supply discounts
• FREE Optical program
• Member discounts all your employees can use
• Access to workers compensation dividend
program and Chamber exclusive health care
programs.
Membership helps Protect Your Business by:
• Strengthening your voice with government
• Providing all members legislative information
and tools in the Legislative Advocacy Center
www.feedback.JacksonChamber.org
Membership can help you Strengthen Your
Employees with:
• Leadership development in the Annual Leadership Academy
• Networking, Business Development, Educational and Legislative committee volunteer
opportunities
ol a
• Whiz-bang
kk
a
a
training modules available to
all members
• Discount
and Benefit
programs available to al Business Member
employees
Benefit of the Month
Office Depot
Chamber Members can now go online and
order supplies and receive the special
pricing on all purchases. To do this, simply
visit and set-up your online account:
http://odams.officedepot.com/
registrations/portal.php?a=47247380
Welcome
New Members
Arialink
Bill Ives
230 N. Washington Square
Lansing
(517) 913-0216
Telecommunications Sales, Services & Consulting
Brandt Endodontics
Hillary Baldwin
1001 Laurence Street
(517) 795-2154
www.rb-endo.com
Dentists/Dental Labs/Oral Surgery
We believe that proper endodontic therapy is extremely
predictable and contend that it is the cornerstone of
successful restorative dentistry. As an advocate first for our
patients, we understand that endodontic treatment may
not always be the best option for each particular situation
and have no reservations recommending alternative
options in those cases. Our goal is to care for patients
with compassion and respect.
Eva Carroll, DNA Testing Services
Eva Carroll
301 E. Main Street
Spring Arbor
(517) 937-0464
First Baptist Church of Jackson
Rev Gretchen Sanewsky
201 S. Jackson Street
(517) 784-3151
www.fbcofjacksonmi.org
Churches
Groundskeepers Services, LLC
Tammie Eilola
P.O. Box 676
(517) 206-7708
www.groundskeepersservices.com
Landscape & Lawn Care
For over 10 years, we have helped homeowners with
property maintenance, property management, residential
housekeeping, organization, and aesthetic appeals. From
outside work to interior cleaning and organization,
our work has raised the bar for the home care services
industry. Next time, when you have a home service need,
call us first, that will probably be the only call you make!
HARC - HIV/AIDS Resource Center
Christina McMullen
211 W. Ganson Ste. 110
(517) 780-3262
www.hivaidsresource.org
Non-profit & Charitable Organizations/Foundations
HARC is the only comprehensive AIDS service
organization providing HIV/AIDS prevention, education,
outreach and direct care for people affected by HIV /
AIDS in Jackson, Washtenaw, Lenawee and Livingston
Counties
Hunt Club
Mr. Dale Stevens
1514 Daniel Road
(517) 782-0375
Restaurants: Bars / Clubs / Coffee House
LeMatic, Inc.
Dale LeCrone
2410 W. Main Street
(517) 787-3301
www.lematic.com
Manufacturing / Manufacturers Representatives
Slicing & Packaging Equipment for the Wholesale Baking
Industry
Martinrea Industries
Cathy Garello
10501 Michigan State Road 52
Manchester
(734) 428-2499
Manufacturing / Manufacturers Representatives
Martinrea, a leading tier 1 automotive supplier who
designs and manufactures fuel and brake assemblies for
OEM’s. This inclues injection molding, nylon and rubber
extrusions, CNC bending and final assembly.
Printwell Inc.
Linda Harvey
26975 Northline
Taylor
(734) 941-6300
www.printwell.com
Printers, Publishers, Typesetters & Graphics
Qdoba Mexican Grill
Jessica Waugh
1101 Boardman Rd
(517) 789-6891
www.qdoba.com
Restaurants: Bars / Clubs / Coffee House
Qdoba Mexican Grill is not your typical fast-casual
restaurant. Each Qdoba restaurant showcases food that
celebrates Qdoba’s passion for ingredients, a menu full
of innovative flavors, handcrafted preparation and fast,
inviting service.
The Fit 4 Life Club
Greg Miller
3208 Wildwood Avenue
(734) 368-3405
www.thefit4lifeclub.com
Health & Fitness - Centers / Equipment
A non-profit organization, we offer The Biggest Loser
style challenges and other wellness programs to local
communities. The Club has a unique community
outreach program that provides health and fitness
guidance, support and solutions to residents and worksite
wellness plans to achieve their health goals. Basic
membership is free.
Good News! 2011 Chamber Membership Stats
New Members - 93
Number of Members - 699
JacksonChamber.org
THANK Renewing
YOUMembers
1-5 Years
A Frame Above
American 1 Federal Credit
Union
Applegate Heating &
AC Inc.
Cake Connection
Cap’s Nursery and
Landscape
Celestial Nutrition
Center for Employee
Development
Chateau Aeronautique Winery
Continental Services
Dullock Excavating
Fancy Schmancy Events
Grace Academic Services
GuideStream Financial
In the Kitchen Personal
Chef Services, LLC
Inosencio Fisk, PLLC
Jackson 10 Theatre
Jackson Grinding Company
Jackson Monument Works
Law Office of
Trent Harris, PLC
LeMatic, Inc.
Liberty Title
Lone Star Steakhouse
Management Recruiters
of Jackson
Metro PCS
New Mobility Solutions
Orbitform Group, LLC
Pentar Stamping
Personal Images
Picture This
Pros Gym
PS Advanced Solutions
Randy Eicher,
Attorney-at-Law PLLC
Robert Dorogi
Slingshot Transportation
Vandercook Lake
Public Schools
Willbee Transit-Mix Co., Inc.
Willis & Machnik Financial Services
6 - 10 Years
All-Pro Realty &
Property Management
Arbor Hills Golf Club
Bella Notte Ristorante
Cassity Chiropractic Center
Fifth Third Bank, Downtown
Loan Center
Finally Friday Payroll Service, Inc.
Gene Davis & Sons Banquet & Convention Center
Great Lakes Graphics Inc.
Miller Truck & Storage Co.
Refrigeration Sales
Schaff Vision Care
Springbrook Meadows Apartments
Studio One Photography
Sylvan Learning Center
The Lilac Tree
Total Heating & Air Conditioning
11 - 15 Years
Apollo Express Inc.
Blake Woods Medical Park Surgery Center
Blue Care Network of Michigan
Center for Family
Health, Inc.
CITGO Petroleum
Corporation
Comfort Inn & Suites
County National Bank
Daniel L. Jacob & Co., Inc.
DBI Business Interiors
disAbility Connections, Inc.
Downtown Development Authority
Dr. Cynthia A. Rider, D.M.D.
Great Northern Sentry Co.
Greenwood Acres
Camp Ground
Harry’s Auto Service Center
Headliners Boutique Inc.
Imagecraft Engraving & Awards
Jackson County Airport - Reynolds Field
Jackson County Rose Festival
Jackson Power Company LLC
Jackson Transportation Authority
Kelly Fuels
M-R Builder, Inc.
New Tribes Bible Institute
Nonprofit Network
Richmond Agency, Inc.
SC&J dba McDonald’s
Siena Heights University @ JCC
South Central Michigan Works!
TDS Metrocom
The Locomotive Co.
Trulife Inc.
16 - 20 Years
Adams Outdoor
Advertising
Ajax Heating & Air
Conditioning
Aladdin
American Red Cross of
South Central Michigan
Aspen Heating &
Cooling, Inc.
Bailey Excavating Inc.
Baker College
Bond and Company, PLC
C P Federal Credit Union
Cascade Ridge
Cascades Humane Society
Chemetall
Classic Turning, Inc.
Country Club of Jackson
Dawlen Corporation
Edward Surovell Realtors
Ella Sharp Museum of Art and History
F & S Tool & Gauge Co.
JacksonChamber.org
Fairfield Inn
Financial Services & Seminars
Gentle Dental
Jack V. Butterfield Investment Co.
Jackson Affordable Housing Corporation
Jackson Community Ambulance
Jackson Community Foundation
Jackson County Legal News
LifeWays
McDonald Roofing & Sheet Metal Co. Inc.
Mid-America Machining, Inc.
Northwest Baptist Church
Paramount Wealth
Management, Inc.
Plating Systems & Technologies
Power Drive Systems, Inc.
Price Engineered Services, Inc.
South Central Credit Union
The Water Store, Inc
21 - 25 Years
Acro Legal Support
Services, Inc.
Metal Form &
Country Touch
Chelsea Community Hospital
Commonwealth
Associates, Inc.
Jackson County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Jackson District Library
Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists, PC
Superior Industrial Sales & Service, Inc.
Ambs Call Center
American Speedy Printing of Jackson
American Title Company of Jackson
Curtis & Curtis, P.C.
EECU-A Community Credit Union
Family Service &
Children’s Aid
Jackson Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine
Lammers Heating & Air Conditioning
MACI
Hasselbring-Clark
JFP Benefit Management, Inc.
RJM
Summit Township Supervisor
Advance Turning & Manufacturing Inc.
Drake, Watters & Associates, P.L.L.C.
26 - 30 Years
Baymont Inns & Suites
Eye Services, LLC
RW Mercer Company
Brown’s Advanced Care Pharmacy
C & H Stamping, Inc.
TLC Eye Care & Laser Centers
Jackson Center for Cosmetic/Restorative
Dentistry
Mark E. Iocca, D.D.S
Padbury & Padbury, D.D.S., M.S., P.C.
Winzeler Dry Cleaners
Beffel Lighting
Frederic B. Slete D.D.S., P.C.
James C. Butterfield, Inc. Investments
Patience Montgomery/
Chas. J. Burden & Son Funeral Homes
31 - 40 Years
Girodat & Marienfeld, PLC
L.E. Warren , Inc.
Julius J Hoffman P.C.
Krupa’s Boat Mart
Manpower Inc
Rendall Tool Company
Jackson Flexible Products
Jackson Tool Sales, Inc.
Libra Industries Inc. of Michigan
Markowski & Company, CPA’s
Jackson County Intermediate School District
Michigan International Speedway
41 - 50 Years
Booth & Cardon, P.L.C.
Commercial Exchange
Jackson Citizen Patriot
Willis & Jurasek, P.C.
The Protection Center
Charles A. Bunch, Inc.
Jackson Community College
Lally Group, PC
McGowan Electric
Supply Inc.
51 - 60 Years
Cunningham Construction
Emmons Service, Inc.
REHMANN
Kelly Services, Inc.
Walton Agency, Inc.
61 - 70 Years
WKHM-AM 970 / K-105.3 WKHM-FM / 1450 WIBM-AM
Alro Steel Corporation
Reynolds Agency, Inc.
Citizens Bank
City of Jackson
Eaton Corporation Fluid
Conveyance Systems
Division
72 Years
Craft Agency Insurance
Flagstar Bank
141 South Jackson St. • Jackson, MI 49201
517.782.8221 • www.jacksonchamber.org
JacksonChamber.org

Chairma N `s letter - Jackson Chamber of Commerce

Transcription

Similar documents

good for your family and your school

sweet floam - imagearea.co.uk

Jackson, TN

L Michael Jackson

50 cent - Oak Grove College

The Alluvian Hotel

august

BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON - A

Coupon Offers - Jackson County Parks + Rec, MO

jackson hole 2011 - Cheap Skiing Guide