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Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Statement on the Passing of Joan Jackson Johnson
The following statement can be attributed to Tim Daman, president & CEO, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce: “We have lost a true community jewel with the passing of Joan (‘Triple J’) Jackson Johnson. Joan was a tireless advocate for the less fortunate in our community. Her servant heart and passionate advocacy were unlimited for the…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Hails GM Announcement on Battery Plant Project as “A Great Day for the Lansing Region”
The General Motors (GM) announcement that it intends to build two electric vehicle (EV) battery plants in Michigan, including one in Delta Township, has been hailed by the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) as “a great day for our region.” The GM announcement today came after the Michigan Strategic Fund approved a package of…
Read MoreStatement Regarding the Lansing City Council/Delta Township Trustees Votes to Amend 425 Agreement with Delta Township
The following statement can be attributed to Tim Daman, president & CEO, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce. “The decisions by the Lansing City Council and Delta Township Board of Trustees to amend their 425 agreement represent an important step in paving the way for the Lansing region to potentially secure a leadership position and partner…
Read More2021 Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Policy Priorities and Positive Outcomes
While 2021 remains just as unique and unpredictable as 2020, the LRCC’s government relations team has been serving its essential role of supporting and advocating on issues important to you. Below you will find the policy priorities along with key areas of success our team has had on your behalf at the federal, state, and…
Read MoreMike Zamiara of Niowave to Lead Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce 2022 Board of Directors
Matt Resch of Resch Strategies to Serve as Chair-Elect Mike Zamiara of Niowave will serve as the 2022 board chair of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) Board of Directors. Zamiara succeeds Wendy Hamilton of TechSmith, who will remain on the board as past chair. Matt Resch of Resch Strategies will serve as chair-elect…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce and Lansing Economic Area Partnership Celebrate Legislative Passage of Bills to Help Michigan Land Major Economic Development Projects
The following is a statement from the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) regarding the passage of a package of bills designed to support Michigan’s economic development efforts: The State legislature has demonstrated extraordinary leadership in adopting a package of bills that create incentives to land significant jobs and…
Read MoreState Lawmakers Discuss Leading Issues at LRCC Public Policy Forum on Dec. 14
Four leading state lawmakers will discuss leading issues on the legislative agenda during the upcoming Public Policy presented by the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC). The event will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Country Club of Lansing. The panel discussion will include: Senator Aric Nesbitt (R-Lawton)…
Read MoreCapitol Connection Newsletter: Dec. 7, 2021
In This Issue: Winning Michigan Jobs December is Career Exploration and Awareness Month in Michigan $400 Per Vehicle Announced in Auto Insurance Refunds 2021 MNRTF Development Project Recommendations Announced Winning Jobs Michigan The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) joined over 20 organizations and leaders throughout the state as part of the Winning Michigan Jobs…
Read MoreCapitol Connection Newsletter: Nov. 23, 2021
In This Issue: Infrastructure Bill Signed Into Law, What Now? MDHHS Issues Mask Advisory for Holiday Season Infrastructure Bill Signed into Law, What Now? Last week, President Biden signed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This legislation represents over a decade of hard work, and it will bring billions in desperately needed investment for…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce to Celebrate Small Business Saturday® with Local Small Businesses
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) is honored to support the small business community in the tri-county region for Small Business Saturday this Saturday, Nov. 27. Created in 2010 by American Express, the annual observance occurs the Saturday after Thanksgiving and supports small businesses nationwide to make a local and positive economic impact during…
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