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September 2014
Commerce ConnectionCommerce ConnectionCommerce Connection
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
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2014-2015 Silver, Gold, Platinum, & Titanium Members
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Member News, Congrats, and Kudos
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Annual Golf Outing Wrap-up
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Upcoming Events
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Contact Us
Chamber Completes Communications Study
In Spring 2014, HCCC had the pleasure of working with the Advanced Marketing Class at Hillsdale who completed a Communications Study for the Chamber. The study focused on several areas including: What current methods HCCC currently uses to communicate
with our membership and what methods they prefer The frequency by which HCCC communicates with our membership and the frequency they prefer The frequency and types of HCCC events (B2B networking,
breakfasts, luncheons, seminars, etc.) of importance to our membership
How HCCC can more effectively promote their important role in economic and business development to our membership, not-yet-members, and the greater Hillsdale County community From the study, the students created a Communications Plan. Several of the recommendations are already implemented such as our new tag “Because Business is Community”. Over the remainder of 2014, look for additional changes based on the plan recommendations including: How, and how frequently, we communicate with you, especially
focusing on more one-on-one interaction The types and frequency of Chamber sponsored events, with
significant changes to our event schedule October promotional campaign “Michigan Chambers of Commerce Month” highlighting the important but sometimes unseen work, HCCC does in the community We think you’ll be pleased with the changes designed to make HCCC a stronger, more sustainable organization while at the same time providing continued and additional value to our existing and not-yet-members. Kind Regards, Christine Bowman Executive Director
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Introducing….. Debbie Eppel, Services Coordinator
Please welcome Debbie, our newest team member.
Always with a smile, she handles the day-to-day duties at the Chamber office, making certain things are running smoothly. She is also responsible for maintaining our member database, an important information source used to provide B2B and consumer referrals, populate our online searchable member business listing, and the source from which we create a printed member business listing included in visitor and relocation packets. You can expect to hear her pleasant voice on the phone over the next several months as she reaches out to our membership, verifying member business contact information, website or Facebook links, and other items pertinent to our individual members’ listings.
Welcome Back….. Stephanie Gordon, Member Events Coordinator
The Chamber is happy to welcome back our valued team member Stephanie.
After a hiatus during which she welcomed her beautiful baby Eloise, Stephanie returns in a new home-based role overseeing Chamber event marketing and planning. She will also provide support to the Executive Director on special projects, initiatives and the Chamber’s on-line, social and print media presence.
Consumers Energy Issues 2014 Accountability Report Consumers Energy has released
its 2014 Accountability Report. The
report details the company’s historical
commitment to serving the state; how the unique challenges of the energy
industry influence the company’s strategy; and how Consumers Energy is doing in
performance areas that are key to delivering value to customers. To view or download
a copy of the report, go to http://www.consumersenergy.com/content.aspx?id=6516
Member News, Congrats and Kudos…..
Happy 40th Anniversary Nash Drugs (details, page 6) Moore Insurance Services Reaches Milestone 120 year Anniversary (details, page 6) Our partner organization, The Economic Development Partnership of Hillsdale County,
invites you to attend “Remaining Competitive in Hillsdale County” (details, page 7)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Thursday, September 11 Ribbon Cutting
Hillsdale SCP Corporate
4:30 PM • 70 N. Howell • Downtown Hillsdale
Thursday, September 18 HCCC Board Meeting
7:30 AM • 44 N. Howell Street • Downtown Hillsdale
Friday, September 26 Chamber Chat
10:30 AM • WCSR Radio
Monday, October 6 Business After Hours
Moore Insurance Services 120th Anniversary Celebration
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM • Olivia’s Chop House
RSVP REQUIRED (details, page 6)
Thursday, October 23 Chamber Open House
In Celebration of Michigan
Chambers of Commerce Month
5:00 PM- 7:00 PM • Current Office Solutions
44 N. Howell Street
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YOU’RE INVITED!
The Economic Development Partnership of Hillsdale County is hosting a session “Remaining Competitive in Hillsdale County”
As an employer, educator, or municipal leader, learn how you can use data about
existing and future workforce trends to inform your business decisions.
There is no cost to attend, but RSVP is required for planning purposes.
RSVP TO: Annette Sands
EDP of Hillsdale County 437-3200
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The mission of the Hillsdale County Chamber of Commerce
is to promote Hillsdale County, our members and businesses, through programs and services
that stimulate economic growth and foster commerce.
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44 N. Howell Street
P.O. Box 842
Hillsdale, MI 49242
PH: (517) 439-4341
hillsdalecountychamber.com
Facebook/hdchamber
Chairperson: Terry Rummel, Current Office Solutions
Vice Chairperson:
Vacant
Treasurer: Eric Potes, County National Bank
Member At Large:
Sherri Groves, Coldwell Banker Denny Groves & Associates
Amber Holden, Flagstar Bank
JJ Hodshire, Hillsdale Community Health Center
Randall Yagiela, Transformation Connection
Scott Donihue, Ryan and Bradshaw, Inc.
2014 Board of Directors
Staff Christine Bowman, Executive Director [email protected]
Stephanie Gordon, Member Event Coordinator [email protected]
Debbie Eppel, Services Coordinator [email protected]
Office Hours
Monday thru Friday
10am to 3pm
Other Hours Available by Appointment
