Bay Area Chamber of Commerce

Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Since 1882, the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce has been the premier business leadership organization
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The Bay Area Chamber is a private, nonprofit business organization with over 700 members. The Chamber, founded in 1882, provides programs to assist local businesses to grow and prosper. Chamber policy and program development are guided by a 25-member volunteer Board of Directors and implemented by a professional staff. Numerous volunteer committees and task force opportunities exist for interested

Chamber members. The Chamber is the premier business organization promoting community development through collaboration and leadership.

We’re excited to welcome Rob Clark to the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Board!Rob is Vice President and Bay Ci...
09/04/2026

We’re excited to welcome Rob Clark to the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Board!

Rob is Vice President and Bay City Market Director for Tri-Star Trust and is no stranger to community leadership. From his work in communications and community relations to his service with several local organizations, Rob has a long history of giving back and helping move Bay County forward.

A 2010 graduate of Leadership Bay County, Rob is already connected to the Foundation’s work. The Bay Area Chamber Foundation supports charitable and educational initiatives that invest in people and strengthen Bay County, including Leadership Bay County and the Business & Education Partnership.

We look forward to the perspective and commitment Rob will bring to the Foundation Board!

A great day of learning in Lansing!Our Director of Workforce Development, Sara, recently spent the day in Lansing as par...
09/03/2026

A great day of learning in Lansing!

Our Director of Workforce Development, Sara, recently spent the day in Lansing as part of the SVSU Henry Marsh Institute for Public Policy. The day included a political leadership panel, legislative aide panel, lunch with legislators, a tour of the State Capitol and a lobbyist panel.

Experiences like this give Sara a firsthand look at how policy is shaped in Michigan while building connections with state leaders. That insight helps strengthen our work on behalf of Bay County businesses and workforce needs.

We’re proud to have Sara representing the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce and bringing what she learns back to support our members and community!

Turn up the volume, Great Lakes Bay Region — this Member Spotlight for Cumulus Media is all about the voices, stories, m...
09/02/2026

Turn up the volume, Great Lakes Bay Region — this Member Spotlight for Cumulus Media is all about the voices, stories, music, and moments that keep our community connected!

You’ve probably tuned in to their stations — WHNN 96.1, Wheels 104.5, 102.5 WIOG, and Z93 — reaching listeners across 36 counties. Whether people are commuting, working, or looking for a quick escape during the day, radio offers entertaining, unskippable content that continues to connect in a powerful way. Cumulus Media also helps businesses grow through digital advertising, giving companies the ability to target new customers and clients with precision.

But Cumulus is not just on the air; they are in the community. From supporting nonprofits and raising awareness for important causes to bringing business partners, listeners, and community members together, Cumulus shows what it looks like to use media for good with events like the Covenant Kids Radiothon, Big Brothers Big Sisters Golf Outing, and Coats for Kids with the Salvation Army.

Chamber membership is a natural fit for Cumulus. They are deeply connected to the community and committed to serving it, so being visible and accessible where community and business leaders gather is important. The Chamber gives them a place to build relationships, meet mutual needs, and continue supporting the region alongside other local businesses.

Reach out to Cumulus to start a conversation about how they can help you grow your visibility and reach new customers through radio and digital advertising!

We were excited to celebrate the grand opening of the new MyMichigan Health Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic with a ribbon cutt...
09/02/2026

We were excited to celebrate the grand opening of the new MyMichigan Health Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic with a ribbon cutting!

Located within MyMichigan Health Park Bay at 3051 Kiesel Road, Bay City, the clinic provides convenient walk-in care for sudden joint, bone and muscle injuries, giving our community another option for accessing orthopedic care when it is needed.

Congratulations to MyMichigan Health on this new addition and continued investment in healthcare services for the Bay County community!

Great news for Bay City!Today, local leaders joined the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to c...
08/31/2026

Great news for Bay City!

Today, local leaders joined the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to celebrate a new all-time high for recycling in our community. Bay City households recycled 1,396 tons of material in 2025, a 50% increase since 2022!

The event also included the dedication of the Michael and Sandy Buda Bay City Recycles Drop-off Center, recognizing their longstanding commitment to civic and environmental stewardship.

Congratulations to the City of Bay City and our residents on this exciting community milestone!

🔥Hot Spot of the Week! 🔥Join the Bay Area Community Foundation for the 2026 Faces of Philanthropy Celebration on Monday,...
08/31/2026

🔥Hot Spot of the Week! 🔥

Join the Bay Area Community Foundation for the 2026 Faces of Philanthropy Celebration on Monday, October 5, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City – Riverfront. This year’s event will honor Ellen Charlebois and Michael Hanisko for their leadership, generosity, and commitment to making our community stronger.

Purchase tickets here: https://bayfoundation.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=1924&fbclid=IwY2xjawT5WvBwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWcxZGcxdnpxZ0U2YTdQNHpzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeKOdIqEbHwoFBmlAcTQ6VX1oJEtGSeSjr6W_3g4Wh5hjHXK5hpPnib3kmTxc_aem_LeZQhjw0T6dnspZmsxUf4g

For LEACIF, accounting is not just about looking at numbers. It is about understanding the stories behind them.Founded b...
08/28/2026

For LEACIF, accounting is not just about looking at numbers. It is about understanding the stories behind them.

Founded by Kareyna Miller in 2014, LEACIF works with businesses on taxes, advisory services, mergers and acquisitions, and the everyday questions that come with running a business. Their team takes a hands-on approach, helping clients think through decisions, solve problems, and better understand what is happening in their business.

That personal approach is what makes them stand out. Whether a client is trying to run a report, clean up a process, consider buying a business, or figure out the next right step, LEACIF is the partner that can guide those decisions.

Kareyna describes the firm as an extension of their clients’ teams. They are there for the numbers, but also for the conversations, ideas, questions, and challenges that come with growth.

LEACIF originally joined the Chamber to get connected, and that has become an important part of their experience in growing their business. Membership has helped them step beyond their day-to-day work, hear from other business owners, and build relationships throughout the local business community.

Their advice to other businesses? “Join the Chamber!” For LEACIF, membership has been more than a place to network; it has opened the door to new connections, meaningful conversations, and a stronger sense of being part of the broader business community.

We are proud to share that Bay Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Magen Samyn recently joined the Sault Area Chamb...
08/28/2026

We are proud to share that Bay Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Magen Samyn recently joined the Sault Area Chamber of Commerce as the guest speaker for its Women Working Together Breakfast.

The morning brought together an incredible group of women for conversation, connection and shared learning. It was also a great reminder of just how connected our communities are, with many conversations uncovering ties back to Bay County and the Great Lakes Bay Region.

Thank you to the Sault Area Chamber of Commerce for the invitation and for creating opportunities that bring women together to connect, learn and support one another!

Congratulations to McLaren Bay Region on the ribbon cutting for the new Center for Orthopedics and Rehabilitation!Locate...
08/25/2026

Congratulations to McLaren Bay Region on the ribbon cutting for the new Center for Orthopedics and Rehabilitation!

Located at 3190 E. Midland Road, the renovated facility expands access to orthopedic and rehabilitation care on the west side of the region. The center includes nine patient rooms, in-house X-ray services, and on-site physical and occupational therapy.

This investment expands McLaren’s services across Bay City while complementing the care already available at its Uptown location, giving patients throughout the region greater access to high-quality care close to home.

Congratulations to McLaren on this incredible project!

Welcome to the Chamber, Christine Hoekstra, Mary Kay Cosmetics Independent Sales Director!Christine Hoekstra is a Mary ...
08/25/2026

Welcome to the Chamber, Christine Hoekstra, Mary Kay Cosmetics Independent Sales Director!

Christine Hoekstra is a Mary Kay Sales Director with nearly 30 years of experience in the beauty industry, specializing in customized skincare, teaching makeup application and color analysis. She represents Mary Kay, the #1 direct selling brand of skin care and color cosmetics in the world, and owns Blush Boutique in Midland, where she helps women find products and routines that fit their individual needs and lifestyle.

Here’s to new connections and opportunities ahead!

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