Clarkston Chamber eNews Connection
June 2, 2009
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- Clarkston News Coverage of the Community Awards Breakfast HERE
- Clarkston Chamber is posting videos on FACEBOOK and YOUTUBE. Check out our latest: Ron Delorme, Curt Carson, Joan McCrary , ComForCare, LaFontaine Automotive Group, and Mattresses and More.
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- View GM's Reinvention Commercial HERE (It's not about Chapter 11, it's about Chapter 1--starting over)
- Wednesday June 3rd is "No Service Fee Wednesday" - Biggest One Day Sale in Concert Business History For one day only this Wednesday, June 3, Palace Sports & Entertainment’s (PS&E) outdoor venues, DTE Energy Music Theatre and Meadow Brook Music Festival, will join concert promoter Live Nation to host “No Service Fee Wednesday” in which service fees will be dropped on all lawn tickets for every show on the amphitheatres’ schedules, helping to add value and save money for music fans.
Thank you to Golf Classic Corporate Sponsor
Palace Sports & Entertainment
Metro Detroit’s leading events producer
Palace Sports & Entertainment ownership includes The Palace and DTE Energy Music Theatre, as well as the management of Meadow Brook Music Festival on the campus of Oakland University. Combined, PS&E’s Michigan venues average 300 events and 3.5 million guests annually.
THREE FAST FACTS ABOUT Palace Sports & Entertainment
1. The Palace of Auburn Hills is among the nation’s most well-respected arenas.
2. DTE Energy Music Theatre is the nation’s most-attended outdoor venue for 18 consecutive years.
3. Meadow Brook Music Festival, on the campus of Oakland University, is the most charming and intimate amphitheatre in southeast Michigan.
Upcoming Networking events
June 11, 2009 Chamber Business Over Breakfast BOB
Networking IS the Breakfast of Champions, Join us!
7:45-9:00 a.m. RESERVATIONS
Changing Places Moving & Storage
4290 Hatchery Rd., Waterford
This is a joint event with Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings & Open House events
Saturday June 6, 2009 10th Anniversary Open House 12-3 Planet Kids Children's Center, 5520 Clarkston Rd, Clarkston , MI 48348
Upcoming Charitable Giving Events
SCAMP Clarkston Home Tour June 6 & 7 More info HERE
by State Representative Eileen Kowall
May 19, 2009
Economy can't withstand latest economic blow
There is an attempt in the Legislature right now to increase unemployment benefits as a contingent of accepting federal stimulus dollars for unemployment insurance. I do not support this measure, because it amounts to . .. . NEXT
Improving Business Performance by Ron DeLorme, Manage Max Performance Improvement
May 5, 2009
Many business improvements pay off big and are really inexpensive!
Here’s a tip borrowed from companies like the Ritz-Carlton and the Disney Corporation (companies renown for excellent service): Use a . . . NEXT
by Jason T. Ryan
June 2, 2009
Motor City ConnectNEW
Ever heard of it? It is relatively new and it is worth your time and effort.
In their words Motor City Connect is: . . . . NEXT
by Sue Kinch, Fresh Eyes Business Services
May 12, 2009
by Don Rush, Sherman Publications
The Clarkston News
May 5, 2009
June 2, 2009
ForeverismNEW
While worshipping the 'now’ may seem the new religion, there are equally strong currents favoring the 'forever’. Dubbed FOREVERISM, prepare for a fluid 'trend', guaranteed to . . . . NEXT
June 2, 2009
How to Write a Press ReleaseNEW
Many retailers maintain their business because their location, among other things, is so ideal that they can’t keep up with the foot traffic. Others find that while their location is good, they still aren’t getting the foot traffic they believe they deserve. Whatever your situation is, most likely some publicity would help you out. . . . .NEXT
June 2, 2009
Business Turnaround StrategiesNEW
The economy continues to represent unpredictable challenges for me and my business. I’m not sure what to do or where to begin. Please help!
You’re not alone. Let’s begin by assessing The Four R’s: Restructure, Refinance, Recapitalize and . . . . NEXT