Clarkston Chamber eNews Connection
June 23, 2009
Welcome to the Electronic Newsletter of the Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce
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5856 S. Main St.
Clarkston, MI 48346
248-625-8055
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"My Clarkston, Buy Clarkston"
Heidi Wood
Genisys Credit Union
Member Profiles
Genisys Credit Union Supports Newspapers in Education NEW
Ambassador of the Month Heidi Nettler, Aisle 19/Escape International NEW
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Take 5 (Five Fast Facts)
- Did you know, MHSDA provides help for people facing foreclosure? 866-946-7432 VIDEO
- Comcast Business Class gives Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce members the technology to compete for under $5 per day. More Info
- Congratulations and welcome to C. James Bess, President and CEO of Oxford Bank PRESS RELEASE
- July Business Workshops Schedule from Oakland County HERE
- A recent Oakland Chamber Network meeting asked the question, have you confronted TTWWHADI (pronounced Tah WAD dee) in your business? (aka: That's the Way We Have Always Done It.) If not, it may be time to print up some T-shirts reminding staff that "This is not last year."
Golf Classic Closest to the Pin Contest Sponsor
Scott Hazelton 248-625-7016 21 S. Main St.,Clarkston, MI 48346
Jim Wilhelm 248-625-1232 7183 N. Main St., Suite C, Clarkston, MI 48346
Edward Jones provides solutions that help individuals achieve their serious, long term financial objectives, including retirement, education, estate considerations, insurance, home ownership & emergency funds.
What makes us unique is our commitment to serious, long term investors.
Single financial advisor offices in convenient locations.
Face to face relationships and a partnership structure.
Our Investment Philosophy is to:
- Buy quality
- Hold long term
- Diversify
Golf Classic MULLIGAN Sponsor
Golf Classic Registration Table Sponsor
Located at 6461 Dixie Hwy (next to Outback Steakhouse)
248-922-5629
Qdoba Mexican Grill is not your typical fast-casual restaurant. Here anyone can go to enjoy a fast, handcrafted meal prepared with fresh ingredients and innovative flavors.
We believe that the best ingredients are fresh ones and that the perfect meal is achieved through combining skilled cooks, an open grill and a friendly atmosphere.
Each Qdoba restaurant showcases food that celebrates Qdoba’s passion for these ingredients, a menu full of innovative flavors, handcrafted preparation and inviting service.
We are offering Double Points on Monday. Grab a loyalty card and earn your way towards FREE FOOD!!!
HELP WANTED
GOLF CLASSIC Volunteers needed to help out at Chamber Golf Outing Monday June 29, 2009 Volunteer
GOLF CLASSIC There's still room to sign up and GOLF with us at the June 29th outing!
Upcoming Networking events
ROCKING ON THE RIVER
Thursday, July 9
5:30 to 8 p.m.
The Roostertail - Detroit
If there’s one networking event you attend this summer, this it! We’ve partnered with the Detroit Regional Chamber, the largest chamber of commerce in the country, and 66 other chambers of commerce to give you the biggest networking reception of the summer! Don’t miss out on your one chance to connect with hundreds of potential new business contacts on Thursday, July 9 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Roostertail in Detroit. Be sure to bring tons of business cards, there will be tons of companies to rock with at this summer celebration on the river.
Announcements and Updates
Intern Update:
The plus side of unpaid Interns is you can get some amazing talent right now. The down side is when they get a better offer, we're back to square one. Good luck Kasey Wang, with your summer job in Washington DC.
Concerts in the Park Update:
Yes, it's true, Concerts were cancelled June 19 due to the threat of dangerous weather. It was the first time in over a decade that we've cancelled Concerts. The process involves consulting with the City Police. Concerts are rain or shine--however high winds, hail and the threat of tornadoes WILL cancel the event. Cross your fingers that's the only foul weather we'll get for the next 10 years!
Chamber and Community Events
FRIDAY June 26 Concerts in the Park Local talent-- Dirt Stewart Band at 6:30; Headliner-- Toppermost (Beatles Tribute Band) at 7:00
JULY 3, 2009 Dinner, Drum and Dance Cruise
JULY 4, 2009 Independence Day Celebrations: Parade, Festival of Fun and Fireworks FLYER
JULY 17, 18 and 19-- QUAKE ON THE LAKE 10th Anniversary Rainbow Connection Wish Child Allyssa
JULY 31, 2009 Social Media Bootcamp 101 Register Here
SEPTEMBER 3, 2009 Beer University 5:00-8:30 p.m. at On the Border. Order Tickets early and SAVE$$
by State Representative Eileen Kowall
May 19, 2009
Economy can't withstand latest economic blow
There is an attempt in the Legislature right now to increase unemployment benefits as a contingent of accepting federal stimulus dollars for unemployment insurance. I do not support this measure, because it amounts to . .. . NEXT
Improving Business Performance by Ron DeLorme, Manage Max Performance Improvement
June 9, 2009
Best Practices of Best-in-Class Companies
Goal: In the next few articles, provide YOU with Best Practices that you can start using right away to get better service, better sales, better job performance from employees and better business results – fast! . . . .NEXT
by Jason T. Ryan
June 2, 2009
Motor City Connect
Ever heard of it? It is relatively new and it is worth your time and effort.
In their words Motor City Connect is: . . . . NEXT
by Sue Kinch, Fresh Eyes Business Services
June 16, 2009
Is My Business Ready for My Clarkston, Buy Clarkston? . . . NEXT
June23, 2009 NEW
Why I remain confident in Michigan By Mike Semanco, President and COO of Hennessey Capital
June 23, 2009 NEW
Ten Ways Twitter Will Permanently Change American Business
June 23, 2009 NEW
Just for fun--Check out Twittas--fun info and tools for Tweeters
June 23, 2009 NEW
10 E-Commerce User Friendly Selling Tips
June 23, 2009 NEW
Why you should introduce a Blog to your Website
June 23, 2009 NEW
10 Reasons Social Media is Like Stand Up Comedy