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Chamber Ambassadors are volunteers who work on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce. They are ready and willing to volunteer their time to meet and greet new businesses and chamber members. They also help at open houses, ribbon cuttings, plaque presentations or receptions that benefit our Chamber member companies.
Our Ambassadors are also membership recruiters, sharing the many benefits of Chamber membership with businesses throughout our community.
Our Chamber Ambassadors believe that the benefits of Chamber membership is like 'giving yourself a RAISE':
Representation…your voice is heard! The Chamber works closely with the state and local government representatives to pass legislation that is an advantage to the business community
Access…a chance to be where the action is in community and economic affairs. Many active committees, seminars, regular networking opportunities, our newsletter, Business to Business Journal, and our website, enables you to promote and enhance your business operations while meeting potential clients and customers.
Information…facts and figures to help you understand the market place, tips and techniques to increase your profitability and timely information on the people and issues affecting Gaylord and the entire Otsego County region.
Solutions…to help you and your business remain strong and healthy in our vital economic environment. The Chamber provides programs through which you can accomplish individual professional goals and serve a community leader.
Economic growth…creating awareness and understanding on issues of area growth and development that are of concern to you.
Current Ambassador members are:
Tracy Allen, Baymont Inns & Suites
Kim Ballard, Gaylord Herald Times
Nancy Bottomley, Independent Bank
Kathy Bradley, Michigan Works!
James Camiller, First Federal of Northern Michigan
Ron Chavey, Salvation Army
Linda Cucac, Gaylord ARFF/Gaylord Regional Airport
Lisa Daly, Citizens Bank
Chris Dandeneau, Northwestern Bank
Elaine Dobrzelewski (Secretary), Independent Bank
Todd Friday, Treetops Resort
Brenda Guttay, Fifth Third Bank
Tish Jankowski, Treetops Resort
Dean Johnson, Northern Star
Jodi Maxon (Co-Chair), The PhoneGuide
Phyllis Mead, Rooyakker & Sitz , PLLC
Liz Mench, Karen Wells-Krusell
Amy Palmer, Countrywide Home Loans
Ellie Panci, Hospice of Michigan
Janice Sevenski, Kelly Services
Ron Simmons (Chairperson), Northwestern Bank
Donna Stubenvoll, Century 21 Dunn & Associates Doug Thomas, "Your Entertainer"
Barb Bourdlaies, Gaylord/Otsego County Chamber of Commerce Liaison
The Ambassadors always welcome new members to their ranks. If you are interested, call Barb Bourdlaies at the Chamber office at 989-732-6333 for more information. |
