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Staff Jennifer Giering President [email protected] Renee Aloe Director of Membership Services [email protected] Peggy Richard Director of Events [email protected] (313) 584-6100 (313) 584-9818 (fax) 22100 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, MI 48124 www.dearbornchamber.org Board Executive Committee Chairman Eddie Fakhoury PLMarketing Chair Elect J. Michael Kirk Neumann/Smith Architecture Past Chairman Jim Thorpe Ameriprise Financial Vice Chairs: Bob Pierce The Dearborn Inn, A … [Read more...] about Chamber Staff

Clark Hill, PLC Maria Fracassa Dwyer, Attorney 500 Woodward Avenue, Suite 3500 Detroit, MI 48226 (248) 988-5899 www.clarkhill.com Clark Hill PLC is a full-service law firm that offers an unmatched depth of integrated resources, talented attorneys and other professionals who can anticipate and respond to the ever-changing business needs and challenges of their clients. Maria Fracassa Dwyer is a senior attorney in the firm’s Labor and Employment Group. Maria's practice principally involves employment and civil litigation, … [Read more...] about New Chamber Members

Business Builder Breakfast Thursday, May 12 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. The Fairlane Club 5000 Fairlane Woods Drive Dearborn, MI 48126 Mike Score, president of Hantz Farms, Detroit’s community farming environment, will address the group. Hantz Farms seeks to create the world’s largest urban farm on underutilized land in the city of Detroit. The venture aims to transform Detroit into a destination for fresh, locally grown natural foods, create a viable, beautiful environment that will enhance the city, attract tourism, increase the tax … [Read more...] about CHAMBER EVENTS FOR MAY 2011

Michigan Week, an annual tribute to the best of the Great Lakes State, began in 1954 as a way to promote state pride among citizens and to celebrate the rich heritage and unique features that make Michigan special. The Dearborn Heights Chamber of Commerce has records of celebrating Michigan Week as far back as 1985 with various awards, programs and promotions. Each year Michigan made products have been featured for the lunch and decorations. For the past few years, the chamber has been recognizing businesses celebrating milestone … [Read more...] about Heights Chamber prepares for Michigan Week and National Small Business Week

Every year since 1963, the president of the United States has proclaimed National Small Business Week to recognize the contributions of small businesses to the economic well-being of America. In 2011, National Small Business Week will honor the estimated 27.2 million small businesses in America. Small businesses are major contributors to the strength of the American economy. More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business. They also create 60 to 80 percent of new jobs in the country. Small businesses drive … [Read more...] about Heights Chamber to honor businesses celebrating anniversaries

The Dearborn Heights Chamber has traditionally held its annual Golf Outing on the Friday before Father’s Day in June but this year there will be several changes made. The annual “Jinny” Darwish Commemorative Golf Outing will change to Sept. 27 and the venue will be changed to the exclusive Western Golf and Country Club in Redford. Early bird pricing for golf packages begins at $129 per person including 3 meals and open bar during dinner. Sponsorships are available on a first come first serve basis. Each year proceeds from the … [Read more...] about Heights Chamber announces changes to annual Golf Outing

Dearborn Heights Montessori Center (DHMC) is now accepting applications for its summer camp program. DHMC offers nine weeks of educational and culturally-rich programs beginning June 20 through Aug. 19 on its campus located at 466 N. John Daly in Dearborn Heights. Half and full day programs are available for toddler, preschool/kindergarten and elementary children. Camp runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with hours available before and after camp for families needing extra hours. The building opens at 7 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m. The … [Read more...] about What’s happening in Dearborn Heights?

By Jennifer Giering President, Dearborn Chamber of Commerce This past month, David Brandon, athletics director for the University of Michigan, served as the keynote speaker at the first Business Builder Breakfast of the year. Brandon came armed with key message points and lessons straight from the corporate battlefield. Particularly compelling was the suggestion that good managers should find out how each of their employees needs to be treated, or best motivated, and treat them that way. I have been taught to do unto others … [Read more...] about David Brandon: There are two ends to the management spectrum

Akler Eye Center Roxanna Martin 2841 Monroe Street, Suite 1 Dearborn, MI 48124 (313) 563-3937 www.aklereye.com Akler Eye Center is a state-of-the-art ophthalmology practice located in the heart of Dearborn on Monroe Street and Outer Drive. It offers eye care services for the entire family including diabetic eye exams, cataract evaluation and surgery, LASIK vision correction, eyelid surgery, routine eye examinations, advanced dry eye treatments, glaucoma and macular degeneration management. The staff prides themselves on … [Read more...] about New Members

Staff Jennifer Giering President [email protected] Renee Aloe Director of Membership Services [email protected] Peggy Richard Director of Events [email protected] (313) 584-6100 (313) 584-9818 (fax) 22100 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, MI 48124 www.dearbornchamber.org Board Executive Committee Chairman Eddie Fakhoury PLMarketing Chair Elect J. Michael Kirk Neumann/Smith Architecture Past Chairman Jim Thorpe Ameriprise Financial Vice Chairs: Bob Pierce The Dearborn Inn, A … [Read more...] about Chamber Staff