August 2014 newsletter

Issue #24 July 2014

Inside This Issue

Returning/New Chamber Members 3Chamber Board of Directors 3Employment Opportunities 5

Photo by Chamber staff

Chamber Hires New Executive Director

There may be a familiar face at the Keweenaw Chamber of

Commerce. Cheryl Fahrner, who previously resided in the Keweenaw

in the early 1980’s while working for D&N Bank at their corporate

headquarters in Hancock, has returned to the Keweenaw as the

Chamber’s new Executive Director.

Our Superior Partners. Thank You!

Employment Opportunities 5Eggs and Issues 7Pine Mountain Music 9Fall Golf 10-121-2 Day Postal Service eliminated 13 Summer Programs at KNHP 16Events Calendar 18Keweenaw Mineral Days 19

Proud Member of

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A native of Ironwood, MI, Fahrner has spent the last fourteen years

living in Stevens Point, WI and working in Central Wisconsin. From

2001-2008, Fahrner served as the Executive Director of the Plover

Area Business Association (PABA) where she developed the “Plover

Real Estate with Real Possibilities” program to attract targeted retail,

commercial and manufacturing businesses to the area. In 2008,

Fahrner became a regional corporate events director with the

American Heart Association, working closely with Central Wisconsin

businesses in and around Wausau, Marshfield, Eau Claire and Stevens

Point. In 2010, Fahrner led Eau Claire to two national

benchmarks,:#1 for a Go Red for Women event, and #2 for the Eau

Claire Heart Walk.

The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce, which serves businesses in

Houghton and Keweenaw counties, has been without an Executive

Director for nearly three years. During this time the Chamber’s Board

and staff have been maintaining the organization’s member services

and activities.

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Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce is

pleased to recognize the dedication of our

renewed members!

Board of Directors

Glen Tolksdorf, President

OwnerTolksdorf Realty and [email protected]

Greg Seppanen, Vice President

Assistant Vice President / TrustSuperior National Bank and [email protected]

Matt Thyer, Treasurer

OwnerUp and Running Technology [email protected]

Karin Van Dyke, Secretary

Vice President for University RelationsFinlandia [email protected]

Brian Donnelly

Branch ManagerRiver Valley Bank

Welcome New

Community Partners!

The Calumet TheatreLaura Miller, Executive Director340 Sixth Street, PO Box 167Calumet, MI [email protected]

Third Hour Media, LLCAnthony Gettig237 Iroquois StreetLaurium, MI 49913906.523.1019anthony@thirdhourmedia.comwww.thirdhourmedia.com

Welcome Back,

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River Valley [email protected]

Lisa Dunnebacke

Associate [email protected]

Darrell Guitar

AgentCentury 21 / North Country [email protected]

Beth Hoy

Assistant Director of Operations and Industry Outreach

Industry Relations TeamOffice of Innovation and Industry

EngagementMichigan Technological [email protected]

Michael Scott

PublisherThe Daily Mining [email protected]

Welcome Back,

Superior Partners!

Aspirus KeweenawPortage HealthUpper Peninsula Power Company

Welcome Back,

Community Partners!

Ace Hardware of CalumetAire CareBHK Child DevelopmentCalumet Electronic CorporationCalumet TownshipCDC LoggingChassell Carpentry and WoodworkingChurch of the ResurrectionCopper Country Veterinary ClinicCopper Country Walleye AssociationCountry Inn and SuitesCredit Services. Inc.

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Are you or someone you

know looking for work?

The Daily Mining Gazette is looking for a District Sales Manager and Mailroom help. Applications available at the Gazette Office on Shelden Avenue, Houghton.

The Copper Country Intermediate School District is looking for a part-time school bus driver. Send resumes to the CCISD, c/o Ken Maki by August 13th.

GS Engineering is looking for an Administrator. For a full job description please email [email protected]. Send cover letter and resumes to that same email by August 31.

OHM is looking for an HVAC and Plumbing CAD Designer at our their office in Hancock. Please contact OHM directly for more information on their application process, at

A Call For Keweenaw Chamber

AMBASSADORS

POSITION DESCRIPTION:An Ambassador will be a reputable professional, actively

engaged in business in the great Keweenaw area, who is

willing to promote and protect the best interest of the

Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce and its members. An

Ambassador will also serve as a liaison for prospective,

new, and existing Chamber members; sharing

opportunities to promote and support their business

initiatives and goals. The Keweenaw Chamber Ambassador

Committee offers many ways to participate that work with

your schedule.

RESPONSIBILITIES:Recruit and Welcome new business and professionalsParticipate and greet attendees in the Annual Golf Outings, Ribbon Cuttings, Business After Hours, Open Houses, and other eventsDelivery of Renewal Thank you LettersEducate benefits of Chamber of Commerce membershipAttend monthly Ambassador Committee meetingsUnderstand the Chamber membership materialsParticipate in subcommittees:

� Prospect:• Identify new businesses• Deliver Potential Member Packets

� New Member Maintenance:

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information on their application process, at 906.482.0535.

The Daily Mining Gazette, and MI Works are two of the area’s resources for finding employment.

We Want Your Input

We are looking for photos, business news, new hires, open positions or any updates about your business to use in our newsletters. If you have photos or stories you’d like to share, send them to [email protected]. Please tell is about the photo or story, including who took the photo, where it was taken, and who wrote the story so we can give proper credit. Thanks!

� New Member Maintenance:• Develop and maintain relationships as assigned• Deliver New Member Packets and follow-up

� Retention: • Maintain relationships with existing members• Follow-up annually with renewed members

QUALIFICATIONS:Flexible work schedule, In-depth knowledge of the Chamber of Commerce, Willingness to take leadership role, Strong communication skills, Outgoing personality and positive attitude, Ability to work independently

TIME COMMITMENT:A one year minimum time commitment during & for which Personal Commitment form is completed:Attend the majority of the monthly Committee meetingsComplete one orientation training sessionMember and potential member calls are done at the convenience of the AmbassadorRegularly attend Ribbon Cuttings, Business After Hours, and Open Houses

If you are interested in being an Ambassador, please contact Trina at the Chamber office by August 18th. First Event would be September 10th our Annual Fall Golf Outing!Phone: 906.482.5240Email: [email protected]


Chamber Executive Continued from page 1

“We’re really excited to begin working with Cheryl

to implement her ideas for bringing greater levels

of service to the business community,” said Glen

Tolksdorf, Board President.

In addition to her economic development, business

association operations and programming

experience, Fahrner also has experience in

marketing. She worked as marketing coordinator

of Home Services Marketing for Schwan's at their

corporate headquarters in Marshall, Minnesota.

Cheryl’s husband Roger works in Wausau, WI and

they have two sons, Daryl and Nick who attend

college at UW-Madison Pharmacy School and UW –

Steven Point.

If you are interested in scheduling an appointment

with Cheryl, please do so by calling the Chamber

office at 906.482.5240. We would be happy to set

one up!

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Welcome Back,

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Welcome Back,

Community Partners!

Dana Johnson, AssociateEagle Harbor InnFamily Chiropractic CenterKeweenaw Brewing CompanyKeweenaw Gem and GiftKeweenaw Mountain LodgeLake Superior Land CompanyMagnuson Hotel Franklin Square InnMinnetonka Resort – Astor House MuseumNorthwoods Sporting GoodsPeterson’s Fish MarketPilgrim River SteakhouseQuincy Mine Hoist AssociationRamada Inn WaterfrontRick L. Kavorik, DDSRukkila, Negro and Associates CPA, PCSheridan on the Lake Bed and BreakfastSiirtola Well DrillingSuperior Auto PartsSuperior Monogramming

Surplus OutletSuperior Screed ServiceTaco BellTorch Lake Area Sewage AuthorityTorch Lake Federal Credit UnionU.P. Engineers and ArchitectsWorld of Wood


Making a Difference for People with Medicare

UPCAP Needs Your Talents and SkillsNavigating Medicare can be tough for many seniors. From prescription drug plans to private health

plans, it’s not surprising that people with Medicare are confused about their health insurance and their

options. Fortunately, there is an organization that they can turn to for help.

UPCAP’s Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) works with people to help them

understand their Medicare benefits, bills, and rights. MMAP services are free, confidential, and

available to all Michigan Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers. Volunteers play a critical

role in providing MMAP services and helping seniors and those with disabilities.

Each volunteer makes a unique difference to people with Medicare. Volunteers counsel people about

Medicare, give presentations about MMAP, assist with administrative tasks, work on special projects,

and more. No matter what your interests or abilities, MMAP has an opportunity for you.

One U.P. counselor stated: “I like the fact that I can make a difference in people’s lives. They are

usually so frustrated and confused when they come to me, but I can help straighten everything out for

them, in everyday language that they can understand. They are always so grateful – it’s a good

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Your Brochures

Are Needed

Stop in and check out the new graphics that adorn the Chamberoffice / Visitor Center and bring in your brochures to fill the racks.Visitors to our area find useful information from your brochures, andwe want Chamber members represented. What a great way to increase the visibility of your business!

Thank you to the KYP members who have been working at getting the brochures filled.

usually so frustrated and confused when they come to me, but I can help straighten everything out for

them, in everyday language that they can understand. They are always so grateful – it’s a good

feeling!”

MMAP is looking for dedicated and resourceful volunteers with all sorts of talents and skills in

Houghton & Keweenaw Counties. You can be part of a dynamic team, meet new people, and set your

own schedule. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to help your friends, neighbors, and community,

please call Sherry Whitman, U.P. MMAP Coordinator at 1-800-803-7174, or dial 2-1-1.

MMAP, Inc. is funded by the Michigan Office of Services to the Aging through a grant from the Centers

for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and is administered locally by UPCAP Services, Inc., the U.P. Area

Agency on Aging.

Contests, Cash, & Prizes

Food & Refreshments

Sponsorships

Lunch and drinks on the patio

Par Sponsor- $100• Special recognition at the event

• Signage at 1 hole

• Listed on all materials given to players

• Listed in Chamber newsletter and Facebook

Birdie Sponsor- $350• Beverage sponsor for the day’s event (only 2)

• Special recognition and introduction at the

event

Hole in One – Chance to win

$10,000 cash (2 chances at cash! ),

Ford Vehicle (new this year… the Ford car is a give

away versus previous years being a leased vehicle.),

Electronics or Golf Equipment.


Register Today

Lunch and drinks on the patio

Chamber Member Team - $280unless an Eagle Sponsor

Non-Chamber Member Team - $300

Skins - $20 per team

Mulligans - $10 per team (2 per player)

unless an Eagle Sponsor

Carts – To reserve call PLGC 487.2641unless an Eagle Sponsor

Sign up as a pair - $150, sign up as an

individual - $75. This is team pricing only,

mulligans, skins and carts are additional.

Call 906.482.5240 or email

[email protected] to register.

event

• Your business name and logo on 144 drink

tickets



Eagle Sponsor- $650• Registration for 1 foursome at event

• Mulligans (2 per player)

• 2 carts

• Special recognition and introduction at the

event

• Opportunity to talk about your business.

• Sponsor signage at the entrance/exit of the

golf course

• Hole sponsorship

• Swag Bag Staples Sponsor (only available

with Eagle Sponsorship)



• Your product with logo put into all swag

bags (you provide 144 pieces)

Please email forms to

[email protected] or mail with check

to: KCC. P.O. Box 336, Houghton, MI

49931

16th Annual Golf Outing Registration Form

Pre-Registration Required (if paying at the door, an extra $20 charge will be applied)

9:00 am Check-In (Team Captain), 10:00 am Shotgun Start

Team Registration Sponsorship Opportunities

Includes Greens Fees and Lunch

□ Chamber Member Foursome - $280(unless an Eagle Sponsor)

□ *Chamber Member Twosome - $150(we will pair you with another twosome)

□ *Chamber Member Individual - $75(we will pair you with additional players)

□ Non-Chamber Member Team - $300

Please Select you Choice(s)

□ Eagle Sponsor (Includes It ALL!) - $650

□ Birdie Sponsor - $350

□ Par Sponsor - $100

Golfers Names

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□ Non-Chamber Member Team - $300

□ Skins - $20 per team

□Mulligans - $10 per team (2 per player)

(unless an Eagle Sponsor)

□ Carts – You must call PLGC 487.2641

to reserve and pay for carts.(unless an Eagle Sponsor)

*This is pricing only. Mulligans, skins and carts are additional.

Golfers Names

1.

2.

3.

4.

Company / Organization and Payment Information

Company / Organization Name: __________________________________________________________

Contact: ______________________________________ Phone: ______________________________

Address: ______________________________________ City: ________________________________

Email: _______________________________________________________________________________

Amount Enclosed: _______________ □ Check □ Visa □Mastercard □ Discover

Credit Card Number:________________________________________ Expiration Date: ___________

3 Digit CVS Code: ________________

Golf Update:

Teams:There are 16 teams already registered, which means that there are only 20 spots left – hurry

and register!

Eagle Sponsor:Keweenaw Brewing Company


Keweenaw Brewing Company

Hole Sponsors:Aspirus Keweenaw (2), City of Houghton (2), Michigan Tech (2), Portage Health (2), UPPCo (2),

Wal-Mart (2), Northern Hardwoods, Pat’s / Festival Foods, River Valley Bank, Superior National

Bank, Portage Health Foundation, Michigan Tech Employees Federal Credit Union, Range

Bank, and Tervo Agency.

Contest Holes:Copper Country Ford is sponsoring the Hole In One Car GIVE–A–WAY at hole #8! (new this year as

it was previously a leased vehicle)

Tervo Agency is sponsoring the hole 15 chance to win $10,000 hole in one prize!

There are also Hole In One prizes at holes four, eight, fourteen and fifteen!

Thank you to all of generous sponsors!

We appreciate your continued support of the Keweenaw Chamber and Events!

An Afternoon on the

Town

An Afternoon on the Town is a

great opportunity to market your

business or service to Michigan

Tech students – some of the most

influential consumers in the area!

All area business and non-profit

organizations are invited to

participate in An Afternoon on the

Town. This event is a dynamic and

exciting experience that span

from campus, down College

Avenue and through downtown

Houghton on Saturday, August 30

from 11 am to 3 pm.

If you are interested in more

information please contact Karma

Kilpela at 906.487.1963.

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Chamber Members:

The United States Postal Service is in the process of closing a number of processing centers in Michigan, but

the closing most important for us is the processing center located in Kingsford that handles all mail processing

in the UP.

This means that we will lose the one day mail service that we have come to expect for government operations,

industries, businesses and residents throughout the UP. The original announcement was made by the USPS at

a public meeting held in Kingsford in the fall of 2011 and Senator Levin has requested impact studies since that

time. It has become apparent that most businesses and residents are not even aware that their mail service

will be affected, or that the UP mail processing is proposed to be moved to Green Bay, WI. Sen. Levin

continues to stay on top of this issue, but his time in office is coming to a close.

An effort to survey businesses throughout the UP by each County’s Chamber of Commerce was conducted

earlier this year, but we only recieved about 700 responses. Our goal is to make everyone aware that if the

Mail Processing in the UP changes as proposed, we can expect 3-4 day mail service instead of the 1-2 day

service that we currently experience.

If this change in mail service will affect your business or the businesses in your jurisdiction in any way, we urge

you to contact your legislatorss and voice your concerns.

We have sample letters as well as the survey results if you would like to use them for your correspondance.

Please contact Trina at the Chamber Office for those documents by calling 482.5240 or emailing

[email protected].

Interested In

Getting Involved?

The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce works to attract, support and develop area businesses like yours.

For more information on the benefits of Chamber membership, visit www.keweenaw.org or call our office at 906.482.5240 to see how we can help your business launch, grow and achieve its full potential.

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www.keweenaw.org

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Summer Programs at Keweenaw

National Historical ParkKeweenaw National Historical Park rangers

areoffering interpretive programs in both the

Calumet and Quincy units of the park. Bring visiting

friends and family to a ranger-guided program and

learn about the area’s landscapes, history, and

culture. Program topics vary widely, and include

geology, women’s history, Calumet churches,

immigration history, and even the relationship

between bats and mines. The area’s diverse

architectural styles will also be explored, including a

focused tour of the Calumet Visitor Center where

stories about the building and the exhibits will be


stories about the building and the exhibits will be

revealed. Already busy this week? Don’t worry,

these programs continue all summer. National Park

Service rangers will also be providing evening

programs at Fort Wilkins Historic State Park and

McLain State Park throughout July and August.

There will also be kid’s activities, demonstrations,

and special programs occurring later in the summer.

For a complete listing of all ranger-led programs and

activities, please visit the park webpage at

www.nps.gov/kewe. You can also get up-to-date

information on the park Facebook page at

www.facebook.com/KeweenawNHP.

What’s Happening for Parade Of Nations 2014?

For our 25th year, the theme is “Around the World in 25 Years – Parade of Nation’s Silver Jubilee.” The date is Saturday,

September 13th , and we are moving things along and encouraging those wishing to participate to do the same. Parade,

booth and performance applications can be completed electronically at: http://www.mtu.edu/international/events-

programs/parade-nations/get-involved.html . Our logo has been approved and will appear on posters, t-shirts and

other promotional materials. This colorful logo with its silver glitter on black t-shirts will be eye catching.

What’s New?

This year will be the first year that we will be hosting a homecoming for international alumni from MTU. Meet and

greets and other programs will be provided. This should also provide additional revenue for the area’s tourist interests.

In addition, PON events and programs will be scheduled during the week preceding the main date of Sept. 13. One

example already confirmed is the speaking engagement of Mahatma Gandhi's great grandson, Dr. Arun Gandhi.

Several world class professional headline acts are being considered, including a Chinese circus from Branson and an

African percussion troupe from Washington D.C. Both are award winning shows that have toured extensively both in

the US and overseas. Whoever is selected will perform during the parade, on the Dee stage and during an evening

show in the Rozsa. We are open to linking this show with a major sponsor who would like the maximum exposure this

will provide. If you are interested, please inquire.

Further collaborations are being sought with Northern Michigan University, Gogebic Community College and

Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College to expand and build on the years of mutual PON cooperation that Finlandia

University and Michigan Tech have enjoyed.

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Keweenaw Peninsula Event Calendar 2014Your source for area Business Events and Community Events

August 2-4

20th Annual Agate Beach Jamboree – Agate Beach,

Toivola

Sunday, August 3

Gratiot Lake Kayak Tour – Public Boat Launch,

Copper Harbor

Tuesday, August 5

Live music with Gary Tunstall - Porvoo Park, Hancock

Wednesday, August 6

Nighttime Sailboat Racing - Hancock

Thursday, August 7

Sailboat race to Bayfield begins - Hancock

Tuesday, August 12

Friends of the Calumet Public Library Meeting -

Calumet

Saturday, August 16


Saturday, August 16

Great Deer Chase – Swedetown Trails, Calumet

Fresh Water Mussels Workshop – Noblet Field

Station and Gratiot Lake

Wednesday , August 20

Keweenaw Young Professionals Meet Up – Roy’s

Pasties & Bakery

Thursday , August 21

Eggs and Issues – Diane Peterson the President of

the Keweenaw Convention and Visitors Bureau will

give us an update about the CVB – Irish Times Pub &

Restaurant, Laurium

August 21 - 24

Houghton County Fair – Houghton County Fair

Grounds, Hancock

August 30 - 31

Bells’ Beer Copper Harbor Trail Fest – Copper Harbor

The Aspirus Keweenaw Great Deer Chase showcases the

Swedetown Recreation Area summer trail system.

Proceeds support the continued creation and maintenance

of mountain bike trails at Swedetown as well as a bike park

near the Village of Calumet.

The 15- and 28-mile races start at 11 a.m. EST at the North

end of 5th Street. The Great Deer Chase races lead out the

Calumet Heritage parade at 11 a.m. Please note the new

start time and location!

The roll-out proceeds through downtown Calumet and

onto two-track at Swedetown. The short course is 15 miles

and will have one aid station, and the long course is 28

miles in length and will have two aid stations. Both courses

are one lap only, the terrain is varied and over 50%

singletrack.

Interested In

Getting Involved?

Participating in community events is a great way to network and create visibility for your company in the community.

For more information about upcoming events, check out our calendar:www.keweenaw.org/business-calendar

Let us know if you have an upcoming event you want included on our calendar or in our next newsletter.

We are looking for photos of people doing business in the Keweenaw, to use on our website and in our newsletters. If you have photos you’d like to share, send them to

Keweenaw Mineral DaysEvents: The events listed are subject to change.

Register by visiting:

www.museum.mtu.edu/keweenaw_mineral_days/registration.html

Monday through Friday August 4 to 9

Free admission to the A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum for

registered Keweenaw Mineral Days participants.

Tuesday through Friday August 5 to 8

Silent Mineral Auction at the A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum. Open

to the Public. Minerals can be shipped for cost of postage and

insurance.

Tuesday August 5

All Day - General Merchandise 15% discount at A. E. Seaman

Mineral Museum gift shop (excluding select merchandise) for

registered Keweenaw Mineral Days participants.

1 pm to 5 pm - Surplus Inventory 15% Discount Sale from the

combined inventories of A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum AND

Keweenaw Gem and Gift. To be held at the A. E. Seaman Mineral

Museum. Only Keweenaw Mineral Days registrants will receive a

15% discount.

5 pm to 7 pm - A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum Open House

and Mineral Identification Workshop. Identification of local minerals

for novices.

Wednesday August 6 like to share, send them to [email protected]. Please include information on who took the photo and where it was taken so we can give proper credit. Thanks!

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Wednesday August 6

9 am to 4 pm - Prepared surface mineral collecting at Seneca. The

site will be prepared before 9 am and a second time during the

collecting time interval.

1 pm to 4 pm - Prepared surface Mineral Collecting Northwest.

1 pm to 4 pm - Red Jacket Trolley Calumet History Tour.

Thursday August 7 (You can pay one lower fee to collect at both of

these sites)

9 am to 1 pm - Prepared Surface Mineral Collecting at Connecticut.

Noon to 4 pm - Prepared Surface Mineral Collecting at Central

Exploration.

7 pm to 8:30 pm - Presentations at A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum

Reception for Salotti Award winner Dr. Sukow sponsored by the

Wells Family

Friday August 8

All Day - General Merchandise 15% discount at Keweenaw Gem and

Gift(excluding select merchandise) for registered Keweenaw Mineral

Days participants.

9 am to noon - Prepared Surface Mineral Collecting at Wolverine.

1 pm to 4 pm - Prepared Surface Mineral Collecting at Baltic.

6 pm to 9 pm - Keweenaw Mineral Days picnic and open house at

Keweenaw Gem and Gift.

Saturday August 9

10 am to 4 pm - Prepared Surface Mineral Collecting at Central.

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Lunch hours varies each day.

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Looking for a way to get your advertising message out to a fresh new crowd? The Chamber newsletter has a circulation of more the 200 local

businesses. We can accept print-ready ads or build an ad for you…just ask for details. Email advertising is also available and reaches 1,800 email

addresses! Newsletter and email advertising gets proven results – let us help you grow your business today!

The deadline is the 20th of the month for the next month’s newsletter. For example, May 20 is the deadline for an ad in the June newsletter. Call us with questions!

Ad rates per issue:

Full page $100½ page $ 75¼ page $ 501/8 page $ 25Email campaign $ 25

The mission of the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce:

SUPPORT BUSINESS: The Chamber supports businesses by providing information and referring inquiries to our local and regional economic development partners such as the Keweenaw Economic Development Alliance, Michigan Small Business Development Center, MTEC SmartZone, Entrepreneur Support Center, or Jutila Business Incubator.

ATTRACT BUSINESS: The Chamber provides information and referrals to people who want to visit or relocate here. If someone inquires about tourism, we coordinate with the Keweenaw Convention and Visitor’s Bureau. When someone is relocating a business or family here, we connect them to the appropriate community resources that meet their needs.

DEVELOP : The Chamber will continue to grow networking and visibility opportunities for small businesses. We will provide opportunities for ribbon cuttings, Eggs and Issues, and After Hours networking events, promotion and advertising opportunities, golf outings, annual membership directory, business referrals, and a monthly newsletter.

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August 2014 newsletter