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Chamber Announces Downtown Relief Fund

May 8, 2020
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Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce Announces the Creation of the Downtown Relief Fund A Program of the Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce Foundation   (HOLLAND, MICHIGAN – May 8, 2020) –  The Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce announces the creation of the Holland-Zeeland Downtown Relief Fund. The fund was established by the…

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Governor Whitmer Extends Stay Home to May 28, 2020

May 7, 2020
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Overview of Executive Order May 7, 2020 Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-77 to extend Michigan’s Stay Home, Stay Safe order to May 28. The governor’s order will allow manufacturing workers, including those at Michigan’s Big 3 auto companies, to resume work on Monday, May 11 as part of her MI Safe Start…

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Women Inspiring Teams

May 6, 2020
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We took a look at women leaders managing through change, and asked our Women Inspiring Women group about how they are coping with disruption and working with their teams.

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Being At Your Best on Video Calls

May 1, 2020
Zoom Tips from Ryan Anderson

Ryan Anderson brings with him years of experience working via video, which makes him the perfect person to give us advice on being your best on video calls.

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The Chamber’s Essential Role in Advocating for Business

April 23, 2020
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The Chamber’s essential roles to support, educate and advocate for businesses are tireless, and Chambers are showing their value now more than ever.

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West Coast Cash Corporate Buying Program Supports Small Businesses

April 23, 2020
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The West Coast Cash Corporate Buying Program is a way for larger organizations to make a positive impact for small businesses and to support our community.

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Chamber Member Jeff Robinson

April 8, 2020
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Chamber member Jeff Robinson, owner and head coach of Hybrid Machining utilizes advanced technology to solve the most pressing PPE needs of healthcare.

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Has “Pivot” Become a Four-Letter Word?

March 27, 2020
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While the pandemic forced us to pivot our strategy and shift our brand narratives, it’s also gave us opportunities to connect with our audiences in a more significant way.

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Connections Event Champions our Community

March 12, 2020
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Over 150 people were on site at The Chamber’s 3rd annual Community Connections event on March 11. They were there to learn and share about volunteer opportunities at local nonprofits.  Community Connections stems from the Chamber’s commitment to developing community stewards in our area.Post content here. Partnered with Holland/Zeeland Young Professionals and the Lakeshore Nonprofit Alliance,…

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Safety Pays as Chamber Members Earn Workers Compensation Dividends

March 10, 2020
Accident Fund Dividend Deliver3ed to West Coast Chamber

Chamber Member Businesses Share Workers Compensation Group Dividend of $139,000 from Accident Fund Insurance Company of America Click Here to learn more about Member Discount Programs In January, our Membership Team had a great time delivering checks to members involved with the Accident Fund program. They spent the day visiting with participating insurance agents about…

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