Ambassador Committee
The mission of the Ambassadors is to act as a catalyst between the Chamber, its functions, members and the general public, to promote and develop new membership and to create an acceptable atmosphere in which business can effectively network.
Ambassadors act as Chamber volunteer representatives who assist Chamber staff at all Chamber programs and events. Annually, this committee recognizes a local firm or organization for improvements to their building facade, thereby enhancing the image of their organization and the community.
Ambassadors plan the annual Restaurant Rally held in the winter to promote local restaurants. They also assist in ribbon cutting ceremonies for all grand openings, new businesses, re-openings, ground breakings and grand events.
The Ambassador Committee meets at noon on the second Friday of every month at various restaurants.
For more information or to join this committee, contact Melissa Jaakkola at 517/782-8221.
Ambassador Committee Members
- Chair: Dr. Michelle Shields
Baker College - Vice Chair: Teri Papiersky
South Central Credit Union - Secretary: Crystal Chalecki
Slingshot Transportation and Creative Promotions - Treasurer: Tim Bair
VDN Services - Conference & Fundraising: Deanna Leicht
New York Life Insurance - Joe Cranmore
American Office Solutions - Jesten Denbrock
Barker Weber Insurance - Albert Earle
Office Depot - Valerie Lockwood
Springbrook Meadows Apartments - Dr. Chuck Ferry
Double Chiropractic - Freddie Dancy
AFLAC - Judy Reynolds
Retired Member - Laura Mobley
Emplyment Plus - Rick Reynolds
Barker Weber Insurance - Brad McEldowney
American Office Solutions - Candy Snow
Celestial Nutrition - Larry Snow
Celestial Nutrition - Brandy Hathaway
Total Wellness Company, LLC - Amanda Taylor
Gallery Place Apartments - Vicki Steele
Christoff & Sons Floor Covering Inc. - Suzanne McCloskey
Student Member - Staff Liaison: Melissa Jaakkola
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce
