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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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)…

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…

Five organizations will be honored for their commitment to the Lansing region at the 16th annual Celebration of Regional Growth (CORG) Awards, taking place Tuesday, Nov. 9 at the Kellogg Center Hotel and Conference Center in Lansing. This year’s CORG honorees include Allen Neighborhood Center, Bekum America, High Caliber Karting and Entertainment, Lansing Board of…

Tobi Lyon, founder and CEO of Ngage Management, has been selected as the 2022 ATHENA PowerLink (APL) recipient by the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC). APL is a national mentoring program that connects chosen women business owners with a skilled advisory panel. The specified panel of advisors will donate an estimated $25,000 value of business consultation…