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New Report: Billions Lost Due to Lack of Childcare

By growthzone | September 7, 2023 | Comments Off on New Report: Billions Lost Due to Lack of Childcare

A new report, released on Tuesday by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation in collaboration with the Grand Rapids Chamber, Michigan Chamber, and the Early Childhood Investment Corporation, highlights the staggering economic impact of Michigan’s childcare crisis, which reaches nearly $3 billion annually. This report sheds light on the urgent need for comprehensive solutions to…

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Endorsed Candidates In Lansing City Council Races Advance to November General Election

By growthzone | August 9, 2023 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Endorsed Candidates In Lansing City Council Races Advance to November General Election

All four of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) candidates in the 2023 races for Lansing City Council were supported by voters in in the August Primary Election.

State Lawmakers Approve Funding for Key Projects in the Greater Lansing Region

By growthzone | July 6, 2023 | Comments Off on State Lawmakers Approve Funding for Key Projects in the Greater Lansing Region

Funding Approved for New Lansing City Hall, Major Infrastructure Investments, Community Revitalization Projects Joint Training Innovation Center, and ongoing support from the state. (Lansing, MI) – The Greater Lansing region secured a major victory in the recently approved state budget as lawmakers approved funding for critical infrastructure and community revitalization projects supported by more than…

Advance Greater Lansing Poll Identifies Public Safety as the Most Important Issue Among City of Lansing Voters

By growthzone | June 7, 2023 | Comments Off on Advance Greater Lansing Poll Identifies Public Safety as the Most Important Issue Among City of Lansing Voters

More than 40 Per cent of Voters Surveyed say the City is Headed in the Wrong Direction (Lansing, MI) – A poll commissioned by Advance Greater Lansing shows that public safety is the leading concern among voters in the city of Lansing. The poll of citizens who are likely to vote in the 2023 Lansing…

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Endorsements in Lansing City Council Races

By growthzone | May 19, 2023 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Endorsements in Lansing City Council Races

Tamera Carter and Trini Lopez-Pehlivanoglu endorsed for At-Large Seats. Ryan Kost and Adam Hussain endorsed for 1st/3rd Ward The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) has announced its endorsements in the 2023 races for Lansing City Council. Endorsed candidates include: “Lansing is at a critical juncture in determining the city’s future direction…

Lansing Regional Chamber Announces Recipients of Community Service, Outstanding Small Business, Diversity Star and Legacy Awards

By growthzone | May 3, 2023 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber Announces Recipients of Community Service, Outstanding Small Business, Diversity Star and Legacy Awards

Lansing Regional Chamber Announces Recipients of Community Service, Outstanding Small Business, Diversity Star and Legacy Awards Recipients to be Honored at the LRCC Annual Dinner on May 10 LANSING, Mich. – The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) has announced the recipients of four major awards, which will be presented at the LRCC’s upcoming Annual…

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce and LEAP Recognize CASE Credit Union as Recipient of the Diversity Star Award

By growthzone | May 1, 2023 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce and LEAP Recognize CASE Credit Union as Recipient of the Diversity Star Award

Lansing, Michigan – The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) and the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) have announced that CASE Credit Union will be the recipient of the second annual Diversity Star Award, which will be presented at the LRCC Annual Dinner on Wednesday, May 10. The Diversity Star Award honors companies and organizations…

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces New Partnership in Support of ATHENA WIN

By growthzone | April 11, 2023 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces New Partnership in Support of ATHENA WIN

(Lansing, MI) – The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) is pleased to announce it has entered into a new partnership under which LRCC will provide management support and program services for ATHENA Women’s Interest Network (ATHENA WIN). “We are proud to continue to support and provide leadership in advancing the ATHENA legacy which began…

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Hiring of Amanda Matelonek as Multimedia Specialist

By growthzone | March 7, 2023 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Hiring of Amanda Matelonek as Multimedia Specialist

The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Amanda Matelonek as Multimedia Specialist. In her role, Matelonek will be responsible for managing and updating website content, creating graphics, and assisting with executing marketing and communication strategies. She began her position on February 20. “I am very excited to join…

Former Congressman Mike Rogers to Speak to Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Policy Forum on Thursday, March 2

By growthzone | February 9, 2023 | Comments Off on Former Congressman Mike Rogers to Speak to Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Policy Forum on Thursday, March 2

The 2023 Lansing Regional Chamber Policy Forum on Thursday, March 2 will welcome Mike Rogers, former chair of the U.S. Intelligence Committee, international security expert, and founder of Leadership to Ensure the American Dream (LEAD). Rogers will share his thoughts on emerging technology, national security, business and more. “We are excited to have Mike Rogers…