If you are interested in interviewing a Michigan Chamber representative, contact Sara Wurfel, chief communications and marketing officer, at (517) 599-3470 or swurfel@michamber.com.
- February 29, 2024
- February 29, 2024
- February 29, 2024
- February 29, 2024
Did you know that Michigan is home to one of the country’s most diverse agricultural states in the nation or that our food and agriculture industry is a huge economic driver too?
- February 14, 2024
- February 14, 2024
- February 14, 2024
- February 14, 2024
Amanda Toy, VP of membership and partnerships for the Michigan Chamber, hosts part 2 of the Michigan winter tourism industry and outlook discussion. Joining her in the conversation is Brad Keen, COO of Boyne Resorts, as they get you ready for the snow sports season!
- February 13, 2024
- February 13, 2024
- February 13, 2024
- February 13, 2024
- February 9, 2024
- February 9, 2024
- February 9, 2024
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — You can see a problem with the world around you, but can you solve it? — And we mean really offer a solution that improves the community around you. Good – Sign up for the National Civic Bee. On April 16, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students will be in the running for recognition and cash prizes for their ingenuity and understanding of the communities around them.
- February 9, 2024
- January 31, 2024
- January 31, 2024
- January 31, 2024
- January 31, 2024
Becky Burtka, the Michigan Chamber’s VP of Member Engagement, hosts a conversation about the fast-evolving talent and HR landscape, the biggest developments and trends affecting the workplace and the future of work, and an upcoming summit designed to help navigate it all.
- January 29, 2024
- January 29, 2024
- January 29, 2024
- January 29, 2024
Jim Holcomb, president & CEO of the Michigan Chamber, is joined by special guest and capitol insider Wendy Block, the Michigan Chamber’s senior VP of business advocacy, to take a closer look at the Governor Whitmer’s 6th State of the State address before a joint session of the Michigan Legislature. What was in it? What wasn’t? And what does it all mean for Michigan’s business community?
If you are interested in interviewing a Michigan Chamber representative, contact Sara Wurfel, chief communications and marketing officer, at (517) 599-3470 or swurfel@michamber.com.
RADIO INTERVIEWS
Michigan’s Big Show/Michael Patrick Shiels – Jim Holcomb 2024 State of the State preview
Wendy Block, senior VP of business advocacy, joins the Michael Patrick Shiels/Michigan’s Big Show to discuss the formation of the Great Lakes Growth Council.
Michigan Chamber of Commerce Senior Vice President of Business Advocacy, Wendy Block, interviews on ‘JR Mornings with Guy Gordon’ on the formation of the Great Lakes Growth Coalition.
Michigan Chamber of Commerce Senior Vice President of Business Advocacy, Wendy Block, interviews on The Steve Gruber Show on the formation of the Great Lakes Growth Coalition.
ARTICLES
Michigan will become among the least prosperous states in the nation if it doesn’t shift its emphasis from manufacturing jobs, according to a new report. Michigan now ranks 39th in personal income per capita — down from 16th in 1999 — and is poised to tumble further if it doesn’t change course.
“We’re excited to bring this event to Michigan – this is a great way for students, teachers and parents to come together and help enhance civic engagement and civility,” said MI Chamber President & CEO Jim Holcomb. “Informed, active citizens are the heart of thriving communities and economies. We’re stronger together.”
Michigan has a population problem. That’s undisputable. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s Growing Michigan Together Council was created to help formulate policies to reverse this challenging trend where Michigan had the 49th slowest rate of population growth among 50 states. That’s laudable. We share that vision.
While Michigan pundits and policymakers have set their sights on addressing population decline and economic development in the state, some business and policy groups are joining together to oppose efforts proposed in the Democratic-led Legislature.
VIDEO INTERVIEWS
President and CEO of Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Rich Studley, talks about the state of the economy and dealing with economic issues, such as rising prices, as a Michigan business.
Wendy Block, talks with WXYZ about work search rules while business owners are having a hard time finding people to fill open positions. Everything from retail, restaurants and even manufacturing. But there are big changes on the way for people who are out of work in Michigan and business owners are hopeful it will alleviate the worker shortage.
THREE STATE CHAMBERS, US AND CANADIAN CHAMBERS UNITE: LINE 5 ESSENTIAL TO GREAT LAKES REGION’S ENERGY AND ECONOMIC SECURITY, SUBMIT LEGAL ARGUMENTS IN FEDERAL COURT
Unprecedented alliance of regional and national business leaders express concern for Great Lakes region’s economy in response to Governor Whitmer’s plan to unilateral shut down Line 5.
Lansing, MICH – The Michigan and Ohio Chambers of Commerce, Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce, and both United State and Canadian Chambers of Commerce today joined forces to protect and encourage the economic future and stability of the Great Lakes region by filing a joint legal brief in U.S. federal court in the Line 5 proceeding.
Chamber Members – if you need further clarification on MIOSHA Extension of the COVID Emergency Rules, please contact Wendy Block,