June 23, 2015
LAST CHANCE! Guest Services Training on June 25th
Hospitality The Little Traverse Way training session for Front Line Staff takes place on June 25th at the Hampton Inn, Petoskey. This is a fantastic opportunity for front-line staff as well as business owners and managers; this seminar is applicable to all types of businesses. Registration begins at 8:30 p.m. with a continental breakfast. Session begins at 9:00 a.m. and will conclude by 11:30 p.m. REGISTER NOW FOR THE JUNE 25 SESSION

Hospitality the Little Traverse Way teaches the fundamentals that have been practiced in our region for more than 100-years. Attendees will learn the history of our hospitality culture followed by a three-step process that will inspire them to elevate their service approach to something that is extraordinary...or even priceless! Session is only $20 per person. Registration Deadline is 5:00 p.m. on June 23rd. Learn more about Hospitality the Little Traverse Way at www.hospitalitylt.com

Save The Date for Art in the Park on Saturday July 18th!
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Downtown Petoskey Farmers Market
Festival on the Bay
Downtown Petoskey 
Art in the Park is July 18, 2015, and artists from all over the United States will descend upon Downtown Petoskey to show off their wares. For the 30th year, approximately 125 booths will grace Pennsylvania Park, with items ranging from pottery to jewelry, from paintings to photographs, and much more. The show is rain or shine, so come prepared to shop!
Be A Part of the 2015/2016 Class of Leadership Little Traverse! 
Applications are now being accepted for the 17th class of Leadership Little Traverse.  The application deadline is 5 p.m., Fri. July 17.  Applications must be submitted to the Petoskey Regional or Harbor Springs Area Chamber of Commerce.  Tuition for the program is $775, but there is a $100 discount for employees of chamber member businesses or organizations.  Limited scholarship opportunities are available as well.  Applications can be accessed here.  LLT is a leadership training program designed to inspire the next generation of leaders in the Little Traverse Bay area.  The program begins in September and continues with monthly sessions through May.  Limited seats are available; applicants are chosen based on the strength of their application.
Petoskey Ranked a Great Place to Start a Business by NerdWallet
Recently 128 towns in Michigan were analyzed by NerdWallet, a consumer finance website, to determine the Best Places to Start a Business in Michigan.  Petoskey was ranked #6 in the state!  Get the full story from the Northern Lakes Economic Alliance recent newsletter here. 
Petoskey 4th of July Celebration! 

Help make 4th of July the best ever!

The Petoskey Stars and Stripes Committee is a 100% volunteer commitment. Did you know that it was completely a volunteer force that makes everything happen on the Fourth of July? Also the festivities are 100% funded by donations of business and people like you! We need your help!

 

Click HERE to volunteer now or to make a donation!

 

And don't forget if you want to be in the 4th of July Parade, you need to get your application filled out and returned before Monday June 30th. You can get your form HERE or stop by the Petoskey Chamber office.
Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce | 231-347-4150 | www.petoskey.com
401 E. Mitchell St. Petoskey, MI 49770