January 2020 Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
~~Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors~~
Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce 600 S. Stephenson Avenue Iron Mountain, MI
49801 906-774-2002
www.dickinsonchamber.com
Suzanne Larson, Executive Director
Kristine Schroeder, Executive Assistant
Jill Mondloch, Office Manager & BX Director
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Congratulations to the newly elected members of our Board of Directors: Rebecca Strini of the VA
Medical Center, Alex Carey of Carey Disaster, Inc., and Bruce Orttenburger, retired Chamber of
Commerce & Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE). Returning to the board are Kevin Hanson of
The Office Planning Group and Todd Lysinger of Upper Peninsula Insurance Agency. Board members
that are continuing their service are Jean O’Dette, First National Bank & Trust, Matt Lutz, First National
Bank & Trust, Teresa Schettler, Dickinson County Hospital, Craig Allen, Breitung Township Schools,
Jim Carollo, Issues & Answers, Sarah Rice, VA Medical Center & Sarah Rice Life Coach, Donna Rahoi,
Upper Peninsula State Bank, Louis Steigerwald, Norway - Vulcan Schools, Chris Hanley, Chris Hanley
State Farm Agency, and Erika Justus, Michigan Works.
Continued News from … January 2020
~~A Note from the BBB~~
2020 Business Resolutions
The holidays are in full swing and businesses are vigorously working towards yearend, all while trying to
finalize budgets and plans for the next year. While those elements are important, the upcoming new
year brings with it an opportunity for reflection and change within your business. Reflect on what
worked well this year and what didn’t. What are your goals for the year ahead? How do you reach
them? And what steps are you taking to ensure your business is staying current, all while promoting a
happy and healthy work environment for your employees?
“When making your resolutions for 2020, don’t forget to think of a few for your business,” said Melanie
Duquesnel, President & CEO of BBB® Serving Eastern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. “Setting
goals as a starting point for the new year but being willing to adjust those goals as the year goes on,
will have you and your employees feeling prepared for the year ahead.” Read FULL ARTICLE
Join us for the
Miscauno Island Chocolate Festival
January 25th from 10AM-5PM! It's chocolate everything! You won't know where to begin! There will be chocolate drink specials, chocolate dessert specials, chocolate fondue dip-ping station in Lillie's Ice Cream Parlor, chocolate vendors and so much more! So stop at The Four Seasons Resort for our first annual Miscauno Chocolate Festival January 25th!
We are also still accepting vendors! Vendor Application
More information can be
found on our website: www.thefourseasonswi.com
And on our Facebook Page!
~~Chocolate Fest at The Four Seasons Island Resort~~
Continued News from … January 2020
Ribbon Cuttings Recently, the Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate Systems Control
joining the Chamber. Systems Control designs and manufactures customized, turnkey systems that protect,
transmit and distribute energy from source to grid to consumer.
System Control’s approach is simple: design, optimize, manufacture, and integrate the highest-quality, most
cost-effective solution possible. From initial concept to final delivery, they perform every step of their process
in house and under one roof. And from introduction to installation, Systems Control works hand-in-hand with
their customers, assigning dedicated teams to better understand their needs and ensure quality results that
exceed expectations.
Systems Control is proud of the role they play in bringing energy to those who need it. They bring positive
energy and passion to every challenge. But they don’t just do it with connectors and wires. Their most
compelling connections are the relationships built with their employees, suppliers, customers and
community.
Shown in photo, L to R: Chamber Ambassadors Larry Lambert, Trisha Peterson, Teresa Schettler, Matt Lutz,
Karen Blackhall, Sandi Petroff. From Systems Control are Nikki Bowers, Executive Assistant; Brad Lebouef,
CEO; Bridget Kennedy, Director of Human Resources. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Suzanne
Larson and Chamber Ambassadors Corky DeRoeck; Gary Fish and Shanna Thompson.
Continued News from … January 2020
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Continued News from …
~Iron Mountain-Kingsford Builders’ Exchange~
Want to Join the Chamber? Check out new Business to Business Advantages on the website page. It’s one more way we help your business SOAR! Get your card from your HR department or Call us!
~~Business to Business Advantage Card~~
Do you know someone who might want to join the
Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce?
Membership comes with lots of benefits for your
business. Get more information here.
The Iron Mountain-Kingsford Builders’ Exchange is located in the Dickinson Chamber Office. Copies of blueprints can be made at our office. Fees vary based on BX membership. For more information, go to http://imkbx.com/
January 2020
~~Business After Hours & Roundtable Luncheon~~
If your team would like to present at a
2020 Roundtable, please contact
Suzanne - 906-828-3389
Would your business like to host a Business After Hours in 2020? We’d love to team up with you! Contact Suzanne—906-828-3389
Networking Hosts Needed!
Our Roundtable Luncheons and Business After Hours Events offer
valuable networking for Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce’s
businesses. We have several months for 2020 that we need hosts for.
Continued News from … January 2020
~~The Ritz Gets a Makeover~~
The Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce has
Office Space for Rent! We currently have two
offices for rent. The first one includes a spacious
office area and a file room. The second office is a
smaller office on the Chamber’s lower level.
If you know someone who is interested in renting
office space in historic and vibrant Downtown Iron
Mountain, please call:
Suzanne Larson at 906-828-3385.
~~Office Space for Rent~~
A Night with the Chamber A Murder Mystery Masquerade Gala
Our annual fundraiser—formerly The Casino Royale at the Ritz—is getting a makeover. This ALL NEW
event will feature raffles, silent auctions and great chances to play some of your favorite games,
like the booze wheel, mystery box and Plinko, but the main show will be the “whodunit”. Think your
team can beat all the rest? Think you’re smart enough to get away with murder? We’ll find out
soon! Watch your email for more details about sponsorships and tickets. Coming Spring of 2020.
Continued News from … January 2020
~~Thank You to Our Renewed Members~~
~~Welcome to Our New Members~~
Advanta Print
CCM 2000
Champion, Inc.
CSA Air, Inc.
Days Inn
Lake State Roofing, Inc.
Michigan Wisconsin Spring & Brake, Inc.
Nine Lakes Sport & Marine LLC
Norway Springs Inc
Pro Tech Lube Center
Incredible Bank
Rivers Bend Noble Home Park
SCI Cleaning & Maintenance
Silver Lake Resort
Starship Enterprises, LLC.
Chris Hanley State Farm Insurance Agency
The Movers
Joseph Nurmi CPA, PLLC
427 South Stephenson Avenue Suite 218
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
906-629-1123
**Renewals received after December 23 will be
listed in our February Newsletter.**
Have an event? Make sure to add that event to our Community Calendar!
Anyone can add an event by scanning the QR Code, visiting our website and
Clicking “Add Your Event Here”
or just email Kristine: [email protected].
Wed Jan 1, 2020 Library Closed 10:30am - 11:30am Norway Knitting Group 620 Section St, Norway
Thu Jan 2, 2020 3:30pm - 4:30pm Tech Connect Dickinson County Library, Norway Branch 6pm - 8pm Borderland Arts Meeting Bay de Noc Community College - West Campus
Sat Jan 4, 2020 10:30am - 11:30am Pete the Cat Party Dickinson County Library, Norway Branch 1pm - 2pm Pete the Cat Party Dickinson County Library, Main Branch
Mon Jan 6, 2020 10:30am - 11:30am Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, Norway Branch 11am - 1pm Directed Discussions Dickinson County Library, North Dickinson Branch 12pm - 3pm Les Artistes Meeting Iron Mountain Senior Center
5:30pm - 6:30pm Toastmasters of the Northwoods Meetings VA Medical Center – 2nd Floor Room 2376 6pm - 7:30pm Bow Wows and Books Dickinson County Library, Main Branch 7pm - 9pm Monday Trivia Nights Young's Golf - Recreation - Dining, Iron River
Tue Jan 7, 2020 10am - 11am Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, Main Branch 11am - 12pm Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, Main Branch 4pm - 5pm Tech Connect Dickinson County Library, Main Branch
Wed Jan 8, 2020 2pm - 3pm Novel Bunch Book Club - Norway Dickinson County Library, Norway Branch
Sat Jan 11, 2020 11am - 1:30pm A Movie for Muggles Dickinson County Library, Main Branch
1pm - 2pm Recipe Swap Dickinson County Library, Main Branch
Mon Jan 13, 2020 10:30am - 11:30am Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, North Dickinson Branch 11am - 1pm Directed Discussions Dickinson County Library, Norway Branch 12pm - 3pm Les Artistes Meeting Iron Mountain Senior Center 7pm - 9pm Monday Trivia Nights Young's Golf - Recreation - Dining, Iron River
Tue Jan 14, 2020 10am - 11am Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, Main Branch 11am - 12pm Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, Main Branch
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Thu Jan 16, 2020 All day Third Thursday Downtown IM
Thu Jan 16, 2020 3:30pm - 4:30pm Spectacular Science Dickinson County Library, Norway Branch
Sat Jan 18, 2020 12pm - 2pm Level Up! Gamers Club Dickinson County Library, Main Branch 2pm - 3pm Odyssey Seekers Club: Dot Art Dickinson County Library, Main Branch
Mon Jan 20, 2020 10:30am - 11:30am Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, Norway Branch 11am - 1pm Directed Discussions Dickinson County Library, Main Branch 12pm - 3pm Les Artistes Meeting Iron Mountain Senior Center 5:30pm - 6:30pm Toastmasters of the Northwoods Meetings VA Medical Center – 2nd Floor Room 2376 7pm - 9pm Monday Trivia Nights Young's Golf - Recreation - Dining, Iron River
Tue Jan 21, 2020 10am - 11am Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, Main Branch
11am - 12pm Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, Main Branch 4pm - 5pm Spectacular Science Dickinson County Library, Main Branch
Sat Jan 25, 2020 10am - 5pm Miscauno Island Chocolate Festival The Four Seasons Island Resort, Pembine
Mon Jan 27, 2020 10:30am - 11:30am Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, North Dickinson Branch 12pm - 3pm Les Artistes Meeting Iron Mountain Senior Center 7pm - 9pm Monday Trivia Nights Young's Golf - Recreation - Dining, Iron River
Tue Jan 28, 2020 10am - 11am Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, Main Branch 11am - 12pm Read the Rainbow Storytime Dickinson County Library, Main Branch 6pm - 7pm Page by Page Book Club Dickinson County Library – Main
Fri Jan 31, 2020 All day Christmas in the Wizarding World Pine Grove Country Club - Iron Mountain, MI For More Information Visit Our Community Calendar