CHAMBER NEWS
A DIGITAL LOOK AT YOUR REGIONAL BUSINESS COMMUNITY APRIL 2024 WWW.MACOMBAREACHAMBER.COM
OUR MISSION
To serve as a catalyst for the business, professional, and educational community's collective efforts to enhance the economic climate and quality of life for all.
OUR VISION
To promote the growth and development of the Macomb Area.
OUR PURPOSE
The Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce strives to promote the development and growth of the Macomb area by serving as a resource for visitors and residents, as well as being an active voice for business and commerce. Our strong commitment to our membership and community partnerships keep Macomb and McDonough County and the forefront of business development.
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LAUREN MERRITT E X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O R 309.837.4855 LAUREN@MACOMBAREACHAMBER.COM
Hi Chamber Members,
309.837.4855
SHAY@MACOMBAREACHAMBER.COM
It’s officially Spring! Since I run cold as a person, you will still see me bundled up in sweaters and scarves, but the rest of you are hopefully basking in the sunshine and ready to greet this time of renewal and growth, both personally and professionally.
Our Chamber office is blessed to be busy, so we have been hard at work over “Spring Break.” We recently rolled out the new 2024 Macomb Area Community Guide & Business Directory, which is 68 pages of all the business, recreational, education, medical, and event content you need to get a feel for what our office does and what our region is all about! You can find 5,000 copies in our office, at local hotels, the train station, medical facilities, city hall, and even a digital version on our website at www.macombareachamber.com.
We have some very exciting events coming up; including Business After/Before Hours, ribbon cuttings, Legislative Day, and our Annual Golf Outing, just to name a few. This often requires a lot of planning and participation to ensure that these events are as successful as possible for you and your business. Please watch your email and social media for updates.
We are committed to serving and advocating for our region, and that often means in order to meet member needs, we need to be out in the community in which you all live, work, and study. We try to plan these visits around regular business hours, but may have opportunities within the Chamber industry that take us out of the office for a bit. We are a small, but mighty crew of two and we welcome you to always call, email, or message us during regular business hours so we can ensure that we are available to help you as effectively and efficiently as possible.
ontact me any time. No idea is too small and no question is too weird. Let’s help you find the information and resources you need to be your best business self.
Let’s make it a great month!
SHAY HOLLAND MARKETING
DIRECTOR
Shay Holland
MEMBER RENEWALS
M A R C H R E N E W A L S
Thank you to our members who have continued their annual investment with us.
We appreciate your support of the local business community.
FinancialAdvisor: JordanPounders
Edifice Remodel & Construction, LLC.
Blue Sky Bungalow LLC
150% 150% 150% CLUB CLUB CLUB
150% CLUB
The 150% Club is a voluntary membership enhancement that provides additional support to the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce. Members who opt in will pay 150% of their membership dues and be recognized in our monthly newsletter and at our annual awards, plus additional digital recognition throughout the year. Members are not required to join the 150% Club. If you choose not to opt in, just pay the membership dues amount on your invoice. Either way, we thank you for choosing to be a Chamber member with us!
GENECURTIS
RICHWESTEN
PaulaKnight GREG J. BUTLER, CPA
150% 150% 150% CLUB CLUB CLUB
150% CLUB
The 150% Club is a voluntary membership enhancement that provides additional support to the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce. Members who opt in will pay 150% of their membership dues and be recognized in our monthly newsletter and at our annual awards, plus additional digital recognition throughout the year. Members are not required to join the 150% Club. If you choose not to opt in, just pay the membership dues amount on your invoice. Either way, we thank you for choosing to be a Chamber member with us!
General Dentistry
Nicholas D. Doll, D.M.D
Dr.Matthew McClure
Financial Advisor: Seth Minter
KaliFoxall
150% 150% 150% CLUB CLUB CLUB
150% CLUB
The 150% Club is a voluntary membership enhancement that provides additional support to the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce. Members who opt in will pay 150% of their membership dues and be recognized in our monthly newsletter and at our annual awards, plus additional digital recognition throughout the year. Members are not required to join the 150% Club. If you choose not to opt in, just pay the membership dues amount on your invoice. Either way, we thank you for choosing to be a Chamber member with us!
Evan’s Recycling
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
UNITED COMMUNITY BANK - MARCH 27
Chamber Staff
Outgoing BOARD chairman Pat Osterman-McDonough District Hospital
Chairman’s Award Jade Powers
NonPROFIT/SOCIAL SERVICE SERVICE ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR YMCA OF MCDONOUGH COUNTY
Business LEader of the YEar Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Seth minter
Ambassador of the YEar - Matt Lawver Outgoing Board member - jade Powers
Business of the YEar AllState Insurance - Stacy FOXALL
RIBBON CUTTINGS
The Ambassador Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on March 29 for 2Dye4 Hair & Co. (129 S. Randolph St., Macomb, Illinois) to celebrate the recent expansion and complete remodel of the lower level of their salon to include spa services such as massage, facials, waxing, brow services, and more. For pricing and appointments, visit www.2dye4hair.co or follow them on Facebook/Instagram.
RIBBON CUTTINGS
How to keep it in your community. Easy and Affordable.
What are Chamber Gift Certificates?
The Chamber Gift Certificate Program has been in existence since the mid 1980's. We sell Gift Certificates and they can be redeemed at participating member businesses. We sell nearly $200,000 worth of certificates every year, meaning all of that money stays in our region!
Who accepts Chamber Gift Certificates?
Only Chamber members who opt in to the Chamber Gift Certificate Program can accept certificates. Any Chamber member can opt in at any time. To be added to the list of 140+ area locations, contact our office and we’ll get you on the list.
How can I help promote the Chamber Gift Certificate Program?
We love when our members and the community help keep it local by promoting the Chamber Gift Certificate Program:
Buy them for your employees, family, friends, teachers, etc.: Chamber Gift Certificates are a win-win since Chamber gift certificates never expire, can be purchased in any amount, and you are keeping that money right here in the Macomb area. Tell people about them. Friends and family are always looking for gift suggestions, so why not chime in with the perfect idea?
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Find a full list of Chamber & Chamber member events under the What's New? tab on our website.
macombareachamber.com/events STAY IN THE KNOW
Share your Chamber member events via your Chamber Member Information Center account, on our website, or email them to us! Check your email and follow us on social media for local updates and activities!
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Whether you have been with the Chamber for a day or a decade; make the most of your membership with a full range of benefits and opportunities for you and your business.
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Lauren Merritt
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Shay Holland
