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Understand the Changes and Implementation of the New Health Care Law
If you would like more information regarding the changes and implementation of the new health care law please visit www.healthcare.gov. This website provides informational sections on: "Find Insurance Options," "Lean About Prevention," "Compare Care Quality," "Understanding the New Law" and "Information for You."
July Chamber Business News
The Chamber Business News is the Chamber’s monthly newsletter designed to keep members up-to-date on Chamber news, events and services.
The Business News is mailed directly to 750 of the regions top business executives each month and the July issue will be out soon. Be sure to look for a copy at your office.
The Business News is unmatched in its ability to deliver your …
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Act 382
The State of Michigan Bureau of State Lottery Charitable Gaming Division issues the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce to conduct a Millionaire Party at Garage Bar and Billards (1715 E. Michigan Ave., Jackson) in accordance with Act 382 of the Public Acts of 1972, as amended, charitable gaming rules, terms of probation, directives of the bureau, public policy of the State of Michigan, and any …
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Moving Ideas to Market Launches New Web Portal for Michigan Entrepreneurs
Lansing, MI - Aspiring entrepreneurs across Michigan now have access to a powerful new tool to further their goals of launching a successful business. The recently-launched Moving Ideas to Market web portal, features links to statewide entrepreneurship resources, training materials, articles, videos, events, and announcements.
The web portal is one part of the initiative’s toolkit to improve Michigan’s entrepreneurial culture by connecting would-be entrepreneurs …
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Smart Commute 2010 Kick Off
Begins Friday, May 21st! Commuter Meet-Ups in the morning. Lunch Party at noon. Find out more at FitnessCouncil.org or Register your Company’s Team Here.
Free Urban Gardening Sessions at CAA
In recent months urban gardening has been a hot topic for communities looking at the re-use of vacant and/or foreclosed properties. Urban gardening has been ‘gaining ground’ as community members and neighbors take action-using land for purposes such as growing food.
Click Here for more information on FREE one-hour consulting sessions for anyone interested in starting or expanding an urban garden/farm or …
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Congratulations to the 2009-2010 Leadership Academy Graduates
The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce graduated 16 students from its 2009-2010 Leadership Academy program.
Bella Notte hosted the graduation and CP Federal Credit Union, Consumers Energy and Spring Arbor University sponsored the academy.
Dr. Fred Slete, DDS was awarded the 2010 Outstanding Past Graduate for his commitment to providing leadership opportunities to Jackson’s youth and for being engaged and passionate about the Jackson …
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How to Grow Your Business by Finding and Competing for Federal and State Contracts
Please join Congressman Mark Schauer as he hosts a workshop for local businesses on How to Grow Your Business by Finding and Competing for Federal and State Contracts.
To download the information on the workshop,
click here.
Breakfast Networking at Sam’s Club
On Thursday, April 8th, Sam’s Club hosted the Chamber’s Breakfast Speed Networking Event. 28 participants started their work day off powerfully. In an educational moment, Larry Bamm, marketing director of Sam’s Club shared ‘Sam’s 10 Rules for Building a Business’. Of the 10, posted below, Larry believes the last point makes the defining difference - Swim upstream and find ways to be different. The participants …
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Michigan Smoke Free Law Presentations
To download the information on the Michigan Smoke Free Law Presentations, click here.
