Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Post

Join us for an informative conversation with Southern Wayne County’s Michigan State House candidates. Learn more about their positions on important policy matters impacting our regional employers and workforce. Breakfast is provided and a Q & A will follow the discussion. SWCRC.com/statehouse24

This week Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber president Ron Hinrichs joined Chamber board chairman Louis Piszker of Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency, Jazmine Danci of the Downriver Community Conference, and several community and regional leaders including Romulus Mayor Robert McCraight for Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's state budget signing ceremony. The fiscal year 2024 and 25 state budget includes several millions of dollars to fund #Downriver infrastructure projects and economic development programs. We are very grateful for the investment this budget makes into communities like Southgate, Taylor, Romulus, Brownstown, and riverfront economic development projects with the Downriver Community Conference. #ItsHappeningDownriver

We are excited to share the news of a new colleague joining the SWCRC team! Kate Currie will serve as the Chamber's Events & Marketing Manager beginning July 30th. A Downriver resident, she is a Cleary University graduate, with high academic honors and a storied athletic career as the captain of the University's softball team. She has experience with a local chamber of commerce in event management, working directly with member employers and the workforce. She also has valuable marketing experience that will help drive the future of SWCRC programming and signature events. Kate is thrilled to join our team as we work to grow and enhance our service to our members. We are looking forward to SWCRC members meeting her at an upcoming Chamber program or event! #ItsHappeningDownriver

What is the State of Michigan's Infrastructure Office?? Join us to learn more about the work of the Infrastructure Office, and meet the Chief Infrastructure Officer on March 18! When it comes to business and economic growth, access to reliable broadband is critical for the continued success of our region. Join us for lunch as we discuss the future of access and the expansion of broadband, and how this vital initiative will impact our community. The discussion will also focus on new funding that will expand equity, and unserved and underserved deployment of broadband in our communities. A hot lunch is included, and Q & A will follow the discussion. Register at SWCRC.com/Broadband24 The Panel is moderated by Dave Lewis, President of AT&T Michigan Panelists include: Zachary Kolodin – Chief Infrastructure Officer, State of Michigan Representative Helena Scott – Committee Chairperson, Energy, Communications, and Technology | Michigan House of Representatives Brian Norman – Director, External & Legislative Affairs, AT&T Michigan

We are so thrilled to welcome our newest partner of the Black Tie Gala & Expo, Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network!! This event is Downriver’s premier business expo, providing a unique opportunity to market your business/organization to small business owners, corporate and non-profit executives, and municipal officials at this prestigious expo and gala! Formal attire is requested, and the event will feature an engaging expo, delicious food, an open bar, live entertainment, and great fun! Check out the website for more info, including vendor opportunities and tickets! SWCRC.com/BlackTie2024 Thank you to our sponsors! Presented by Today Publications; Premier Sponsor: BASF; Platinum Sponsors: First Merchants and WCCCD; Entertainment Sponsor: Hegira Health, Inc.; Business Showcase Sponsor: Downriver Community Federal Credit Union; Gold Sponsors: Advantage One Credit Union, Advia Credit Union, Crystal Gardens, The Guidance Center, Public Service Credit Union, and Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency; Silver Sponsors: Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network, Jabro Carpet One Floor & Home, Michigan Legacy Credit Union, The Information Center, and Services To Enhance Potential. THANK YOU!! #ItsHappeningDownriver

The Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber continues to advocate for equal access and the expansion of reliable broadband for residents and businesses throughout our communities, especially underserved and unserved populations. The SWCRC is thrilled to announce that we are hosting a critical discussion on empowering our communities with reliable broadband in partnership with key State leaders and our friends at AT&T on March 18! When it comes to business and economic growth, access to reliable broadband is critical for the continued success of our region. Join us for lunch as we discuss the future of access and expansion of broadband, and how this vital initiative will impact our community. The discussion will also focus on new funding that will expand equity, and unserved and underserved deployment of broadband in our communities. A hot lunch is included, and Q & A will follow the discussion. The Panel is moderated by Dave Lewis, President of AT&T Michigan, and includes: Zachary Kolodin – Chief Infrastructure Officer, State of Michigan State Rep. Helena Scott – Committee Chairperson, Energy, Communications, and Technology | Michigan House of Representatives Brian Norman – Director, External & Legislative Affairs, AT&T Michigan Register to attend this important event here! SWCRC.com/Broadband24

The Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that the nomination period for the 8th annual Women of Achievement Awards presented by PNC is NOW OPEN!!! We will proudly recognize some of the most outstanding women in our region with the “Kyle F. Stack Leadership Award,” “Entrepreneur Award,” and “Unsung Heroine Award!” The Chamber will also honor an emerging young professional in our community with the “Distinguished Young Woman Award!" Nominate a deserving female business or nonprofit leader for these prestigious awards today! SWCRC.com/WOA24

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Join us on Monday, October 30 for an important conversation about mental health resources in our community, featuring leaders in the field including Cassandra Phipps from Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network, Kari Walker from The Guidance Center, and Carol Zuniga of Hegira Health, Inc.. The discussion will cover everything from the Stress Vulnerability Model to partnerships between agencies and schools serving our communities to how businesses can help members of their workforce struggling with their mental health. Register today at swcrc.com/mentalhealth23.