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As we all know, in today’s changing world, transformation is critical to the sustainability and growth of any organization. This means making fundamental changes to your business model or operation. It could include technology, personnel, processes and in some cases, the products we produce or the services we provide. This past year we have experienced what ...

“Because the purpose of business is to create a customer, the business enterprise has two – and only two – basic functions: marketing and innovation. Marketing and innovation produce results; all the rest are costs. Marketing is the distinguishing, unique function of the business.” – Peter Drucker   If I could hang a sign in ...

MUSKEGON, Mich. (Dec. 7, 2020) – Monday, the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce kicked off the “1000 Ways to take STOCK or STOCKINGS in Muskegon!” campaign which is supporting Mercy Health Muskegon’s frontline nurses and healthcare workers caring for coronavirus patients over the holidays.   “The ‘1000 Ways to take STOCK or STOCKINGS in Muskegon!’  ...

Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce receives $25,000 grant to support efforts in addressing the needs of the business community during the COVID-19 crisis.   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 9, 2020   Muskegon, MI – Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce has received a $25,000 grant from the Consumers Energy Foundation supporting the Chamber’s efforts in addressing ...

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Muskegon, MI –The Lakeshore Art Festival in partnership with the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce will honor the festival’s 2020 theme “The Art of Recycling” through the PADNOS Public Art Project. Lakeshore Art Festival 2020 was slated to take place July 3 and 4 in downtown Muskegon but was cancelled due to health concerns over ...

The Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce promotes reopening local business as soon as possible. The Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber is providing resources to assist businesses in opening up in time for tourism season. Surveys show that reopening a business is a process that can take anywhere from one to four weeks. “We are happy to see ...

Earlier today Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued an Executive Order closing all Michigan schools through the end of this school year, unless restrictions are lifted. The Governor’s action speaks to how serious this health crisis is. It also indicates how deeply this crisis is expected to impact our communities.   Our hearts are heavy with the ...

Economic assistance for small businesses around Michigan that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 virus gained approval from the Michigan Strategic Fund, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced today.   “We understand small businesses across our state are facing unprecedented challenges as we take every step possible to mitigate the spread of coronavirus,” said ...

Dear Chamber Member,   We are working to ensure that you have the most up-to-date business resources to help you during this time. The challenges may seem unmanageable to some, but we are facing them together. For businesses who are just starting to feel the pressure, don’t panic, but work quickly!   Provided below are the ...