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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 ...

As we navigate the COVID-19 outbreak, here are 5 basic tips to help your business during this event.   Don’t panic. Be calm and realistic as you review your business. Focus on the fundamentals and what you can control about your business. Look for new ways of doing business.   Consult your mentors. Get feedback ...

The following chamber events have been cancelled or postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak. For postponed events, please stay tuned for future updates. Chamber staff will be following up with committees and individuals for more meeting updates.   Your chamber staff is working diligently to stay up to date with the latest news on the ...

The Muskegon Home, Garden + DIY Show is being held at the Fricano Place Event Center, 1050 W Western Ave, on Friday, March 13 from 11 am – 7 pm and Saturday, March 14 from 10 am – 5 pm.   The show features over 50 local exhibitors, including everything from windows, siding, gutters, and ...

A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is pleased to announce that Carla Flanders, Vice President of Marketing, of the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce, has recently completed her third year at Institute for Organization ...

The Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce announces the appointment of Steve Olsen, president of Northern Machine Tool, as Chair of the Board of Directors for a one-year term, effective January 1, 2020.  In addition, Jonathan Wilson, Regional Manager of DTE Energy, has been appointed to the Board of Directors.   As the Chair, Olsen will ...

It is hard to believe I have been in this position for 20 years.  It has been a fast ride and forever a challenge and a delight.   Early on we had a theme called “Embrace Change.”    How true that turned out to be as we switched gears from high unemployment to a workforce ...