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Chamber
2008 Annual Report:
In 2006, the Blue Water Ambassadors group was created and our advocacy arm, the Public Affairs Committee began the successful annual State of the County Address and Candidate Rating system and we completed a makeover of the website and invested in a state-of-the-art membership database system called WebLink. In 2007, we celebrated our 90th anniversary and received the Chamber of Commerce of the Year Award from the Michigan Association of Chamber Professionals. The Economic Task Force and Site Relocation Task Forces were created to provide a concentrated effort on business development and our relocation efforts. In 2008, the Greater Port Huron Area Chamber changed its name to Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce to coincide with other community organizations’ work to strengthen our regional brand. We changed the name of our 501c3 fund to the Community Benefit Fund with a broader focus to support education programs, preserving natural and historic interests, and community redevelopment activities. The Board of Directors has established five prioritized goals for 2009, and the staff in partnership with our members will keep a determined focus on meeting the needs of small business as we work through these challenging times. Thank you for continuing to support the Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce. Sincerely, Read the full |
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In the Spotlight: Al Jones, Board Director
As business owner of Comfort Keepers since 2001, Mr. Jones has been very involved with several Chambers in Southeast Michigan. Through Mr. Jones' leadership, Comfort Keepers has strived to help people live full, independent and dignified lives within the comfort of their own homes. Comfort Keepers is dedicated to providing in-home care that enriches their clients' lives and helps them maintain the highest possible level of independent living. In addition to his mission at Comfort Keepers, Mr. Jones has a passion for business and likes to take part in helping communities support local businesses. He has been a member of Strategic Planning Committees, National Advisory Committees and has been an active Lobbyist for senior citizens. He holds a Master of Business Administration, is a Certified Senior Advisor, and has twice graduated from the Dale Carnegie course. Mr. Jones has taught seminars and workshops on care-giving for the University of Michigan-Flint, Churches, Service Organizations, Senior Centers, Port Huron Hospital, and others. Presently, he is an Ambassador and the Chairperson of the Business Education Committee of the Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce, as well as a Board Member of Blue Water Counseling. We are very fortunate to have Mr. Jones' community experience and insight as we continue to partner with our members to create a sustainable business environment. Welcome aboard Mr. Jones. We are proud and thankful for your commitment and support of the Blue Water area! For more information about Comfort Keepers, check out their web site: www.comfortkeepers.com |
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Edwards & Son, Inc, New Members! In-House
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Hospice™ Wins Detroit Free Press Top 2008 Workplace Award!
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