February 2023 Chamber Newsletter

About Us

What does the Chamber do?

The Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce serves as a link between member businesses and the community. As a result, our members benefit and thrive because of the strength and stability we provide. Membership includes advertising and networking opportunities, referrals, quality programming, events, and educational advantages.

How does membership benefit my business?

Being a member of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce not only affords many opportunities and benefits, but shows an investment and commitment to the Macomb area. Most importantly, our organizations’ interests and goals lie in making our community a hub of commerce that is always evolving to serve the needs of our businesses and community residents.

Mission: To promote the development and growth of the Macomb area. Vision: 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 citizens

Marketing Director Update

Hello Chamber Members,

Welcome to February! You may have noticed a new look for our monthly newsletter. We hope you enjoy the new streamlined format. And I get it, change can be hard, so I'd love to hear what you like and what you are wanting to see within these pages. Send all the ideas my way!

Hello Chamber Members...

As marketing director, I spend a lot of time in front of a screen - checking emails, updating social media, creating graphics, and making sure our website is up-to-date. If you're like me, you don't need that piece of paper and you're all about clearing the clutter, because you've got an app for that. But fun fact, I was also a college English major before online classes were a thing, so I still love the feel of a good book in my hand. That's why I always get so excited when the annual Macomb Area Chamber Community Guide and Business Directory gets delivered to our office hot off the presses. We spend a lot of time making sure this full-color, glossy magazine is packed full of all the info you want, the resources you need, and give you a solid feel for the friendly vibe of our community. You never know when you'll find yourself waiting in a lobby, welcoming a new employee to town, or wanting to fill a weekend with local events - we might as well give you something good to read !

We invite you to pick up a copy (or several) in our office. In the meantime, you will find our staff delivering them to our local businesses so that we can help as many people as possible to find your business/organization.

And don't worry, we also have a digital version on our website for those who want it pull up it up wherever you are!

So we hope you love this new directory as much as we do, use it again and again, keep finding all the cool ways to #keepitinmacomb, celebrate all things local with us!

As always , if you need to reach me with any marketing or member needs, hit up shay@macombareachamber.com or call the office at (309) 837-4855. Let's make it a great month!

Shay Holland - Marketing Director

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Meet the Directors

Member Renewals

Thank you to our members who have continued their yearly investment with the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce within the last month. Your support of the local business community is much appreciated as we look forward to working with you to serve as a platform that provides opportunities for growth and development for your organization and the Macomb area as a whole. Click on the logos below to learn more about each member:

Member Renewals

Financial Advisor: Mike Echardt

Ribbon Cuttings

Cuttings

Ribbon

Ribbon Cuttings

The Ambassador Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for the YMCA of McDonough County (400 E. Calhoun Street, Macomb) to celebrate the recent addition of 24-hour fitness center access for all Y members ages 18 years and over. The weight rooms, cardio, and common areas can be accessed via individual member key tags via the Senior Center entrance at the southwest side of the building outside of regular business hours. 24/7 access is included at no additional cost to members and required waivers are available at the front desk. This update to the YMCA facility has been a project in the making for the past two years and ensures that the YMCA continues to meet the needs of their members and the community. YMCA

Support Local

There is always something (or someone) special to celebrate. Our Chamber of Commerce Gift Certificates are the perfect birthday, anniversary, or wedding gift. Keep some on hand for those helpers in your life: teachers, babysitters, house watchers, dog walkers, or whomever needs a spur of the moment thank you, get well, or pick-me-up.

Our gift certificates never expire, they never depreciate in value, and they are good at 140+ local businesses right near you. Make 2023 the year to #keepitinmacomb!

Gift Certificates

Calendar of Events

Welcome to a new month! Local events are in full swing and we're ready to make sure you don't miss a minute of the regional action. You will find a full range of Chamber member events on our monthly digital calendar. As a FREE member benefit, we invite you to send your events to us and we will include them on our website. Whether virtual or in person, we want to help get the word out about the new ways you are helping us all #keepitnmacomb!

Events Calendar

New Chamber Members

New Chamber Members

New Chamber Members

Local Jobs

With several industries and career opportunities in our region, the Job Postings section on the Macomb Area Chamber website has become a one-stop shop for posting and finding quality positions and ideal candidates right in the immediate area. You can find job openings, training programs, and and more on our website

Jobs

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