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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY: YOUR LOGO AND LINK HERE!
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Member Events
Member events may be submitted on our online calendar through your member portal. Send newsletter submissions to info@ auburnhillschamber.com.
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Newest Members:
We Welcome You!
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Founded in 1954, Burger King� is the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world. The original Home of the Whopper�, a commitment to
premium ingredients, signature recipes, and family-friendly dining experiences is what has defined the brand for more than 50 years.
LegalShield is a provider of legal safeguards for individuals, families and small businesses for one low monthly membership fee. The company also offers identity theft plans. With 4 million users, LegalShield is present in 49 states and 4 Canadian Provinces.
Quanta is an international staffing & executive recruitment service. They
specialize in recruiting for their clients in the aviation, aerospace, engineering, technical automation and other product & service industries. They operate in six countries - the United States, Italy, Switzerland, Romania, Brazil and Spain.
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Renewing Members:
We Thank You!
Aerotek
Andrews Hooper Pavlik, PLC
Broner Glove & Safety Co.
Chrysler Group, LLC
Cobblestone Manor Bed & Breakfast
Community Media Network
Jakes Fireworks, Inc
Junior Achievement of Southeast MI
Norma Group
Quality Lubrication, Inc
Serenity Hair Salon
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Recognizing 2015 Trustees
Now accepting 2015 Trustees! Contact Denise Asker today to learn more at 248.853.7862.
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Greetings!
Happy New Year! We know each and every member wants to be successful in 2015, and wanted to offer a few ideas to help. Here are the Top 5 ways to maximize your membership throughout the year.
1. Take advantage of your member inclusions, including plenty of free online postings -- promotions, events, jobs, press releases and more. Rebecca Wiles can get you started.
2. Using our 2015 Event Calendar, select a list of programs that best meet your goals. We can guide you upon request based on your interests.
3. Consider one of our advertising or sponsorship options to stand out from the crowd. We offer a diverse range of marketing opportunities to encompass the needs of all members.
4. Make it a priority to attend one of our Membership 101 sessions or schedule a 1-1 with our Membership Manager to learn how to access the chamber and its many resources.
5. Get involved! Serve as a volunteer on one of our committees, carve out time to read our communications, or simply contact us to see how we can support your organization.
Here's to a prosperous 2015!
Denise Asker, Executive Director
Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce
dasker@auburnhillschamber.com
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Introducing a New Program: CEO Insights
CEO Insights with Andra Rush, Rush Trucking
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Andra Rush, of
Rush Trucking.
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CEO Insights is a new series this year with the Chamber. Local c-suite executives will educate attendees on how they successfully built and transformed their organizations while discussing industry and leadership trends we can all benefit from. Our first CEO Insights serves as one of three women's events offered annually, and features Andra Rush, CEO of Rush Trucking. This event, held on February 23 at the Marriott Centerpoint, is open to all. Rush is the founder and chairperson of the Rush family of companies, one of the largest Native-American owned businesses in the USA. CEO Insights with Ric Devore, PNC Bank
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Ric DeVore of
PNC Bank.
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Our second CEO Insights features Ric DeVore and is offered in partnership with the Troy Chamber of Commerce at Oakland University, where DeVore serves as a trustee. The event is held on April 22. Devore is the executive Vice President and Regional President for Detroit and Southwest Michigan, serves as PNC's lead banker and chairs the local PNC Foundation. Members are invited to attend thee high-powered events for just $30 (early bird pricing). Lunch is included. Non-members are welcome to attend for $40.Table sponsorships are available if you organization is interested in supporting these programs. The cost is $350 for a table of 8, and includes recognition from the podium, marketing promotion, signage, and verbal recognition. Visit auburnhillschamber.com to register.
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Silver & Gold Awards Honor 17 Individuals and Businesses
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Michelle Hornberger (Crittenton Hospital Medical Center) presenting Charles Perkins (Faurecia) with the
Crittenton Hospital Community Builder Award.
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More than 150 members and guests helped celebrate the best of the best at last month's Silver & Gold Award and Holiday Brunch. Winners would not have been recognized without the help of the members who nominated themselves or their peers. For future planning, 2015 nominations will open in October for all sponsored awards.
The Silver & Gold Committee is identifying a venue to hold the 2015 program. Seating for 200 is required for the proposed date of Friday, December 11. Members interested in hosting are invited to contact the chamber at 248.853.7862.
For photos of the event, courtesy of MG Photography & Design, visit Facebook.
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Member News and Opportunities
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Avondale's Annual Train Show: The Train Show, held on Jan. 18, will include over 350 display tables, prizes, and refreshments. Supports the Avondale Education Foundations. For information, contact Frank Lams frank.lams@ avondale.k12.mi.us.
Oakland University's 100,000 Milestone: More than 1,900 students graduated in Winter 2014, helping OU surpass the 100,000th alumni milestone. This metric includes 100,000 teachers, engineers, nurses, business entrepreneurs, and successful professionals across Metro Detroit and beyond.
Chrysler Group Changes Name: Chrysler Group announced the changed company name to FCA US LLC. The change follows the name transition of its parent company, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V.
Sea Life Plans January Opening: Sea Life Michigan Aquarium, a 35,000-square-foot attraction in Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills, announced it will open on January 29.
Start Your Year With a Donation: Neighborhood House is seeking donations of a car, truck, boat, jet-ski, motor home or other vehicle to help needy families right here in Auburn Hills. For more information, call 855.500.7433.
Time to Play Favorites: Hour Detroit is collecting votes for its annual 2015 Best Of Metro Detroit. Winners will be announced in the June 2015 issue of Hour Detroit
Junior Achievement needs Volunteers: JA volunteers come from all walks of life, but they share a common vision: to provide a message of hope and opportunity to every young person they reach. Contact Stacey Mehler at 313.962.5684 to learn more.
Printing Needed to Share Resources on Domestic: The Chamber's Beaumont Wellness Coalition is in need of additional cards to stock domestic violence resource stations placed throughout the community.If your organization would like to sponsor the cost of cards, contact the Chamber at 248.766.5599.
Tri-Star Basketball Competition: The Optimist Club will host an annual Basketball Competition on January 31. This annual event gives kids a chance to show their basketball skills and compete with others their own age. To volunteer contact Tim Kroninger at TSTLKron@aol.com.
Genisys Credit Union Earns Award: Genisys Credit Union has earned the Bauer Financial's Prestigious Sustained Superiority Award. This award is given to credit unions that are in the 90th percentile for financial strength and security and who have received a five-star rating for at least the latest 78 consecutive quarters. Thinking of Starting a Business? Oakland County is hosting a free workshop on February 12, designed to aspire entrepreneurs assess their abilities to lead and manage a company, as well as evaluate market and sales potential for their products/services. The Gore Group Acquires U.S. Farathane Corp.: Private equity firm The Gores Group acquired Auburn Hills-based U.S. Farathane Corp. for more than $500 million. Los Angeles-based The Gores Group is led by Alec Gores, brother of Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores. Rochester Mills Production Brewery Gives Back: Rochester Mills Production Brewery will host the 12th Annual Open Your Heart event on February 5. Proceeds will benefit the Lighthouse of Oakland County, an organization that aids families with housing, utilities and other day-to-day needs. Nominations Sought for 2015 Govenor's Service Awards: These awards are given annually by the Governor to acknowledge individuals, organizations, and businesses who are committed to service and volunteerism in their communities. For more information, contact Janice Harvey at harveyj1@michigan.gov. Read About Our Members in the News: DBusiness is Detroit's premier business journal and is the only independently published, general-interest business magazine in the region. The latest issue features many Chamber members. Read about their successes, and subscribe, here.
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The Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, member-supported association. Connecting members to commerce and community, we represent more than 300 government, business, cultural and educational organizations. Thank you for partnering with us!
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