Detroit & Ann Arbor Are Finalists in SportsCenter's “TitleTown USA” Contest

Two Michigan cities – Detroit and Ann Arbor – have been named among the 20 finalists in SportsCenter’s “TitleTown USA” contest on ESPN. >> Read more

Local Blood Supply at Low Levels

The Southeastern Michigan Blood Services Region of the American Red Cross is facing alarmingly low blood levels and is struggling to meet the requests of local hospitals. >> Read more

“The River Runs Through It” An exhibition of contemporary art

Want to see how locally created original art can transform, enliven and stimulate your environment? Want to see how art installations create a memorable impression for your visitors and clients? Want to see how art reflects your values, standards and expertise? >> Read more

Downtown Energy Saving Grant Program

The DDA has set aside $200,000 for this Energy Saving Grant Program in 2008/09, and the intention is to distribute these funds to as many locations as feasible or as there is interest. >> Read more

Transportation Survey

Please take a few minutes to take the transportation survey and make your priorities known. >> Read more

21st Century Jobs Fund

Michigan’s $2 billion 21st Century Jobs Fund is ramping up for the next $30 million round of investing in cutting edge companies producing great technology businesses in the following sectors: >> Read more

Ann Arbor ranked 42nd!

According to CNNMoney.com, Ann Arbor ranked 42nd out of 100 in the best places to live and launch! >> Read more

Chase was named Michigan Lender of the Year

The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Michigan District Office presented its fiscal 2007 lender awards at the Tenth Annual Michigan SBA Lenders’ Conference held in Lansing on March 20. Chase was named Michigan Lender of the Year, SBA’s award for the best overall performance. >> Read more

Ann Arbor Affordable Housing Statement

The people who lived at the "Y" should have a place to live and supportive services so they can live the fullest life possible. >> Read more

Artists Rendition of Ann Arbor

Attention Chamber Members! Time is running out to be a part of the one time only artists rendition of the Ann Arbor area. >> Read more

Appointment Advocacy Policy

For the AAACofC to endorse or recommend an interested business person for a Board, Task Force, or Commission of any governmental unit, the business person must: >> Read more

Malaysia-US Business Opportunities

A trade and investment delegation of about 50 business leaders and senior government officials from Malaysia will be visiting Detroit, led by Malaysia's Minister of International Trade & Industry. >> Read more

Ford Partners with the State of Michigan

In response to the recent Employee Wide Buyout announcement made by Ford Motor Company - Ford Communication Services, in conjunction with the State of Michigan, is pleased to announce a number of recruiting and communication opportunities to employers of all sizes. >> Read more

Feel the Change

The Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce is going through a lot of changes in the next year. One of which will be changing the way we work with our members. >> Read more

Join the Chamber

Have you been thinking about joining the Chamber? If so now is the time...The Chamber offers many different programs, events and opportunities that you can only take advantage of if you are a Chamber member. >> Read more

Public Engagement Meeting

The University of Michigan and the City of Ann Arbor invite you to attend a public engagement meeting and participate >> Read more

Take the Survey - Make a Cultural Difference

Community and Culture: Creating a Plan for Washtenaw County is a major initiative to build stronger communities by creating a plan in which arts and culture are integral elements in achieving goals we all share, such as preparing our youth for jobs in the 21st century >> Read more

Michigan Business Tax Summary

The Michigan Business Tax (MBT) establishes a new two-pronged business tax and various tax credits effective January 1, 2008. MBT replaces the Single Business Tax (SBT) that is repealed effective December 31, 2007. The Michigan Business Tax includes a Modified Gross Receipts Tax >> Read more

Information on Michigan's Sales and Use Tax

In early October 2007, the Michigan legislature passed an expansion of the state’s sales and use tax, extending the imposition of the 6.0% tax to selected “discretionary” services effective December 1, 2007. The law references industry definitions from the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) of 2002 >> Read more

Michigan's Defining Moment

It’s no secret that Michigan is at the most critical period in our lifetimes. Economic, governmental, and A group of more than 100 diverse Michigan leaders is guiding this unfolding discussion. In collaboration with the Center for Michigan, an IRS-approved 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 2006 by Phil Power, these leaders are launching an ambitious campaign to combine broad state, regional, and community leadership with public engagement and action to move our state to a new era of prosperity. >> Read more

The Chamber is on the Move

The Chamber has moved to our new location, 115 West Huron Street, 3rd floor in Ann Arbor. >> Read more

Our Transportation Position Statement

The Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce believes that the Ann Arbor area business community is best served by a comprehensive transportation solution that recognizes the role of transportation as a tool of economic development. >> Read more

Credit Card Processing, the Chamber's Newest Member Benefit!

Credit Card Processing is now a Chamber member benefit thanks to the new partnership with Chase Paymentech and the Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce. >> Read more

Even Thursdays

Do you want the opportunity to be heard? Do you want to talk, face-to-face, with Jesse Bernstein, the Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce's President? >> Read more

Chamber's Position on the Ann Arbor 2007-2008 City Budget and 2008-2009 Financial Plan

The Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce generally supports the direction of the City of Ann Arbor’s proposed 2007-08 budget and 2008-09 financial plan. Strategic issues we raised a year ago remain >> Read more

Michigan Business Tax

The Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce believes that a replacement business tax to Michigan’s Single Business Tax needs to be guided by the following principles: >> Read more

Check out the Chamber's Newest Member Benefit!

The Ann Arbor Chamber of Commerce is offering a new benefit to members. Members can now post open positions on the Chamber's website! >> Read more

SBT Replacement Plans

The Chamber supports replacing the Single Business Tax (SBT) with a revenue source that meets the following criteria: • Simple for a business to understand and compute, and for the State to administer • Fairly applied to all businesses and business sectors The Chamber has a committee of members that is actively working on this issue. Here is a summary of the new tax proposals that have been floated to date: >> Read more

Jesse Bernstein Named New Chamber President

David Parsigian, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce, announced Wednesday, September 27, at the Chamber's annual impact mi event, the appointment of Jesse Bernstein as Chamber President and CEO. >> Read more

Minimum Wage Guideline Update

A deal has been reached in Lansing that will keep overtime exemptions in line with current federal law. This agreement means businesses will not have to start paying overtime to certain employees >> Read more

Update Your Membership Information Online!

The deadline to update Membership Forms for the 2007 Business Directory and Web Site Directory is nearing. If you would like to update your information online >> Read more

Encourage Our Lawmakers to Keep Overtime Exemptions

Earlier this year, the Legislature and the Governor agreed to raise the minimum wage to $6.95 on October 1, 2006, $7.15 on July 1, 2007 and $7.40 on July 1, 2008. Adopting a state minimum wage law that is higher than the federal minimum wage law has triggered >> Read more

August 8, 2006 Primary Election Results

The Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce would like to ensure that our membership has access to the results of the August 8 Primary Elections. >> Read more

Post Your Event on the Chamber Business Calendar

Do you want to get the word out about a business event, or find out about other community business events? Submit your event to the Chamber’s Business Calendar, a new feature on our web site. >> Read more

Did You Read the Latest Chamber Express E-Newsletter?

You don't want to miss the Chamber's twice monthly e-newsletter, Chamber Express. Read about upcoming events, Chamber business news and updates, all delivered to your inbox. >> Read more