News From the Chamber Alliance We Unite, You Grow ! April 2015 Volume 17, Issue 4 STAFF Bruce Orttenburger Chamber Alliance President & CEO Lynda Zanon Chamber Director Chris LaVigne Tourism Coordinator Mari Leigh Lindstrom Office Coordinator Mary Lou Fisher Tourism Secretary Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance Board of Directors Sherri Erickson-Erickson Jewelers Joe Rizzo-Pine Mountain/Timberstone Holly Peoples-Michigan Works! Todd Lysinger-Upper Peninsula Insurance Co Trisha Peterson-Results Broadcasting Allison Maloney-Days Inn & Country Inn & Suites James Rice-Oscar G Johnson V A Medical Center Jeff Welcher-Kiser Hydro Suzanne Anderson- IMK Community Federal Credit Union Russ Kassin-First National Bank Iron Mountain Craig Allen-Breitung Twp Schools Anthony Edlebeck-City of Kingsford Kim Kowalkowski-DCHS Jean O’Dette-First National Bank Iron Mountain 2 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance From the President’s Desk 2015 Casino Royale at the Ritz Scholarship Results The 2015 annual Casino Royale at the Ritz event held recently at Pine Grove Country Club was a success. Six scholarships are awarded to attend Bay West Campus here in Iron Mountain. Underwriters for these scholarships included; CCI Systems LaFaive Oil Company M.J. Electric Range Bank Steve Mariucci Family Foundation VAST Special thanks goes out to Todd Lysinger of Upper Peninsula Insurance Agency who chaired the Scholarship Committee. Those receiving the scholarships along with their field include; Sierra Fayas: Kingsford High School; Nursing Nicole Tripp: Kingsford High School; Undecided Forrest Nelson: Kingsford High School; General Science Mason Schinderle: Iron Mountain High School; Environmental Management LeeAnne Jauquet: North Dickinson High School; Civil or Mechanical Engineering Nicole Lindgren: Kingsford High School; Biology Congratulations go out to these fine individuals. The DICKINSON AREA CHAMBER ALLIANCE… one community… one voice… growing together We Unite… You Grow! Bruce Orttenburger, President & CEO 3 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance Welcome New Members: Hotties Window Tinting LLC 327 Riverhills Rd Kingsford MI 49802 906-396-9848 www.hottietint.com The Creation Station 501 Carpenter Ave Kingsford MI 49802 906-221-7559 www.creationstationim.com Norway-Vulcan Area Schools 300 Section Street Norway MI 49870 906-563-9552 www.norway.k12.mi.us 4 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance Casino Royale at “The Ritz” a Success! Another Casino Royale at the Ritz event is in the books! Title Sponsor for this year’s event was Consumers Mutual Insurance of Michigan along with the Platinum sponsors: The First National Bank & Trust, Dickinson County Healthcare System, Integrys Energy Services, Inc., and Northern Michigan Bank. Masters of Ceremony, Keith and Jayna Houtari, set the stage for a fun evening by announcing prize winners. Prize winners included Kim Recla (winner of the appliance donated by Appliance & Furniture Mart), Jodi Formolo (winner of the gas grill donated by Upper Peninsula Insurance Agency), and Steve Zurcher (winner of the Casino Cash). Eight other people won various denominations of Casino Cash as well. Other prize winners included Ray Cameron and Vickie VanLaanen (both winners of men’s pistols), Phil Leaf (winner of the ladies pistol) and Dave Droese (winner of the $2500 custom made ring by Randy Erickson of Erickson Jewelers). Underwriters for the pistols were Erickson, Rochon and Nash Funeral Home, Drs. Paul & Ted Fornetti, Superior Aviation, Town & Country Sales and Bacco Construction Company. Integrys Energy Services, Inc. and Crispignas Italian Market sponsored the Raspberry Cream Brownie Shooter, which was the dessert showcase. Lynda Zanon, Chamber Director, wishes to show her sincere appreciation to all the generous sponsors and the many businesses who donated prizes as well as all of the volunteers and committee members that enhance the evening of fun and prizes. Mark your calendars! Next year’s Casino Royale at the Ritz event is already scheduled for Saturday, March 12, 2016 at Pine Grove Country Club in Iron Mountain. Check out the Chamber’s Facebook page at Facebook.com/dickinsonareapartnership to see pictures of the winners and attendees. Kim Recla winner of the grand prize donated by Appliance and Furniture Mart Picture of Sherri and Randy Erickson with the Custom made ring by Randy Erickson, Erickson Jewelers 5 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance A Great Big “Thank You” to all the Sponsors & Supporters of “CASINO ROYALE” at the Ritz 2015” TITLE SPONSOR: Consumers Mutual Insurance of Michigan PLATINUM SPONSORS: Dickinson County Healthcare System, First National Bank & Trust, Integrys Energy Services, & Northern Michigan Bank & Trust. 41 Lumber Appliance & Furniture Mart Bay College-West Bink’s Coca Cola C J Graphics Inc Chris Hanley Agency County Inn & Suites Crispigna’s Italian Market Ebeling’s Supermarket El Capitan Supper Club Erickson-Rochon & Nash Friends of the Braumart Glik’s Great Start Collaborative Hosking’s Hairlines IM-K Rotary Club IMKC Federal Credit Union Jim Markell Kiwanis Ski Club Leeds Real Estate M J Electric LLC Mariucci Family Foundation Michaud Trucking Inc Norway Inn Lodge & Suites PartyLite Pine Grove Country Club Range Bank Sherwin-Williams Sol Blu Lounge Stephens Real Estate Super 8 Motel Superior Aviation The Chippewa Club The Thirsty Whale Twin City Service Inc Upper Peninsula State Bank WDBC & WYKX WLUC-TV6 A Fox Golf LLC Bacco Construction Co Best Bet Casino Parties Bill Riopelle CCI Systems Inc Classic Auto Collision Country Side Lawn & Sport Danielson Insurance Agency Tadych’s Econo Foods Employee Benefits Agency Fleury, Singler & Co PC Galaxy Detailing Go Tech Hall’s True Value IMHS Key Club Iron Mtn Automotive Island Resort & Casino Kim Harder-Webb Kubick Aviation Services Lofholm’s Building Center ManorCare Nursing & Rehab McDonalds Mortl’s Sport Center Norway Springs Inc Paul J Fornetti DDS PC Pleasant View Orchard Riverside Auto Sales Sikora Co Inc Solberg’s Greenleaf Sports Bar Stevens Decorating & Framing Super One Foods T & T Supper Club The Daily News Timberstone U S Special Delivery VAST We Energies Northern Lights YMCA Anytime Fitness Bald Eagle Harley-Davidson Big Ten Sports Bar/Grill Brenda Gurchinoff Charlene Greene D O Copper Office Equipment Cutting Edge Photography Days Inn Econo Lodge Erickson Jewelers Four Seasons Beer Distributing GDove Photography Grayson & Co Jewelers Holiday Inn Express & Suites IM-K Builders Exchange Iron Mountain Iron Mine Joely Vierck Kingsley North Jewelers LaFaive Oil Co Inc Long Branch Saloon Maple Creek Restaurant MetLife /John Lutz Northern Carpets Nowicki Chiropractic & Wellness Pepsi Cola of Iron Mountain Protech Lube Center Roger Hamilton Accounting & Tax Slumberland Furniture Standard Printing Co Stewart Manufacturing Superior Realty Inc The Advertiser The Drug Store Town & Country Sales Upper Peninsula Insurance Agency Walmart WJNR/Frog Country Jodi Formolo winner of the Gas Grill donated by Upper Peninsula Insurance Agency Our Sponsors ! 6 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance Calendar Of Events www.dickinsonchamber.com for details April 2015 4 Easter Egg Hunt Marion Park Norway 7 Lego Club D C Library Sunday April 5th 11 Winters Farmers Market Izzo Mariucci Center 14 Open House D C Library Happy 18 Easter Gamers Club D C Library Winter Farmers Market 2nd Saturday of the month 8am-12pm 22 Over the Rainbow Photo Hunt D C Library 24 -Friends of Library Book Sale D C Library -Braumart Concert/Gala Benefit 28 Pages by Page Book Club The Partnership is now on Facebook. Check us out at Dickinson Area Partnership. LIKE US! 25 21 Business After Hours 21 Read to Reel D C Library Quote of the Month: “It is magnificent to grow old, if one keeps young.” -Harry Emerson Fosdick -Friends of Library Book Sale D C Library -Norway Spring Classic - Make n Take Craft D C Library SAVE THE DATES: Business After Hours April 21st-at Riverside Auto Golf Scramble June 11th at Timberstone complete details coming soon. 7 - April 2015 The Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance Business to Business Hometown Lumber & Building Supply 906-774-0355 Vision Source-Kingsford 906-774-0611 Erickson Jewelers 906-828-1307 Norway Mercantile & Tanning 906-563-9865 Auto Tech Service Center 906-779-1699 Scott Sanders Agency Farm Bureau Insurance 906-779-1774 10% off any item not on sale or previously disvounted. $5 off 1 gallon or $20 off a 5 gallon pail of paint. Vision 20/20 Plan. Call for Details Northern Air Merchant Services 715-889-2409 Pine Creek Log Homes 906-774-3201 Bianco’s Fitness Center 906-779-1055 Dennis Olson State Farm Agency 906-280-4688 Special Card Processing rate of .10% plus $100 Signing Bonus to every new client 10 % Discount off any purchase not on sale or already discounted. 18 month membership rate contract Anytime Fitness 906-774-0000 Recreation LanesThe Antoine Room 906-774-9852 The Gingras Agency 906-774-1665 30% off one regualr priced, in-stock item. 20 % off Nascar apparel. Free Sun Club Membership ($10 value) $10.00 off any purchase over $50.00 $20.00 off any purchase over $150.00 FREE: Full review for both Personal and Business Insurance, Financial, Health and Life Insurance needs. ONLY $35 per month/No enrollment fees. NO COST: Insurance and Financial Review for Individual and/or Business. Corporate Discount for Chamber members 18 years & older Call for all the details $10.00 off our Family Fun Pack. Includes: 2 hours of bowling and shoe rent, 1 pitcher beverage, for up to 6 people on 1 lane. Regularly $39.95 Mon-Thursday $47.95 Fri-Sun. FREE: Personal Planning Analysis or Business Planning Analysis. Northern R.V. Center Inc 906-774-1052 10% off regular priced parts and accessories. Black Dragon TaeKwon-Do 906-282-8700 Learn the Art of TaeKwon-Do. No Registration Fee. First class free. Other free class available. Free Seminars. Advantage Card These discounts are for Partnership members only If you are a member and would like to participate in this program, please send your information and discount item to 906-774-2004 by fax or mail to the Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance at 600 S. Stephenson Ave, Iron Mountain, MI 49801. Additions can be added monthly. 8 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Fornetti Dental For Immediate Release: CONTACT: Mick Gayan, Marketing Director The John Fornetti Center for Dental Implants & Aesthetics 100 S. Stephenson Ave, Iron Mountain, Michigan 906-774-0100 ex. 22 Email: mick@drjohnfornetti.com The John Fornetti Center for Dental Implants & Aesthetics Presents Dentistry From The Heart 2015 Iron Mountain, MI – The John Fornetti Center for Dental Implants & Aesthetics is pleased to announce that our ninth annual Dentistry From The Heart, held on Saturday, February 28th, 2015- a day of free dental care for the community has been a great success! Dr. John and Dr. Dan Fornetti, along with their team of employees, volunteers and sponsors were able to serve 161 people, giving over 282 treatments. Over $48,600 in treatment services were donated and a huge thank you to all of our amazing volunteers and supporters who helped contribute to our 9th annual Dentistry From The Heart. In 2001, Dentistry From The Heart started with New Port Richey dentist Dr. Vincent J. Monticciolo as a way to giving back to the community and provide aid to the growing number of Americans without dental insurance. In the past fourteen years, Dentistry From The Heart events have contributed more than $11 million in free dentistry and helped more than 55,000 patients across the country. For more information on our Dentistry From The Heart events please visit us on the web at www. drjohnfornetti.com/about/dentistry-from-the-heart and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ drjohnfornetti. ### 9 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Northwoods Airlifeline Northwoods Airlifeline is asking for your help. Northwoods Airlifeline will be holding AirlifelineFest 2015. In conjunction with AirlifelineFest there will be a celebration honoring those whom we have helped in our 25+ years of flying. We are asking for your help in locating current addresses of those whom we have flown and/ or their family members so that they can be added to the invitation list to ensure that they are included in the celebration on August 29th. For more information you may call Teresa Louys at (906) 396-4148. To send names and addresses please email to tlouys@chartermi.net Teresa Louys Integrys Energy Services Authorized Sales Representative www.integrysenergy.com/affinity tlouys@chartermi.net (906) 396-4148 Fax# (810) 958-1470 MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Northwoods Harley Davidson HARLEY-DAVIDSON RECOGNIZED FOR OUTSTANDING PERFOMANCE Northwood’s Harley-Davidson was awarded with the Harley-Davidson Motor Company prestigious Gold Bar & Shield Circle of Excellence Award for the 2014 calendar year. This award is presented to the top U.S. Harley-Davidson dealerships within their Classification and Sales Market. Northwoods HarleyDavidson earned the award for the Great Lakes Market based on their motorcycle and related product sales performance, an evaluation of customer service and satisfaction, and various other operational measures. “One of the primary reasons the Harley-Davidson brand has such a tremendous customer loyalty is because of the efforts of dealers such as Al and Darby Ison,” said Mike Kennedy, Vice President and Managing Director of the Harley-Davidson North America Region. “We’re really proud to have Al and Darby Ison as part of the Harley-Davidson family.” Al and Darby Ison became the new owners of Northwoods Harley-Davidson, formerly known as Northern Lights Harley-Davidson, in March of 2013. The Ison’s also own Bald Eagle Harley-Davidson in Marquette, MI. ! 10 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance April 2015 Business Blurb Emergency Food Supply IF YOU HAVE AN ARTICLE OF INTEREST FOR “MEMBERS IN THE NEWS”, PLEASE EMAIL TO : lindstrom@dickinsonchamber.com The goal for April is to have an emergency food supply that will meet the needs of your family. If you already have a stockpile, this is good time to check on expiration dates and rotate the food if necessary. Be sure you have at least 3 days’ worth, a week’s supply would be even better. Your emergency food supply does not have to be separate from your everyday foods. The key is to plan and buy ahead of time. You can also buy in bulk for shelf stable food items your family eats every day, like peanut butter, crackers, and canned goods. Buy items when they are on sale. If you prefer to keep the emergency food separate, designate space in your basement or purchase a couple of large, plastic totes to keep the food in. Make sure your family, including pets, will have what they need when a disaster strikes. For more information check out www.ready.gov or www.Do1Thing.com New Member Spotlight Abbey Anderson Law, PC Abbey Anderson Law, PC Abbey Anderson Law is located at 214 East Ludington in Iron Mountain. She graduated magna cum laude from Thomas M. Cooley Law School January 2014, a week after their third child was born. In May 2014 Abbey was licensed in Michigan, and in September 2014 she was licensed in Wisconsin. Abbey quotes, “My decision to open my own office came when I found a passion for estate planning and trusts.” She was able to set up her practice in Iron Mountain and “hung her shingle” in December 2014. Her focus is on estate planning, trusts, real estate, business formation, and probate for Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin clients. For more information you can call for an appointment at 906-774-3759. 11 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance New Member Spotlight Galaxy Detailing article Galaxy Detailing New Member Spotlight Galaxy Detailing is excited to be a new member of the Chamber and have the opportunity to share our services with all of you! Providing top notch service and quality is the number one goal of Galaxy Detailing and we welcome the opportunity to prove that. We provide high quality detailing services for autos, RVs, boats, motorcycles and most anything that drives or floats! After spending multiple hours on countless occasions cleaning his vehicle to perfection, Troy LaFave (Galaxy owner) realized he should share his talent with the community; Galaxy Detailing was born. After a few months of perfecting his skills he made the move into a great location on Carpenter Avenue and expanded his capacity. His arsenal includes top notch products and two commercial grade carpet shampooers. The philosophy of Galaxy Detailing is based on ensuring 100% satisfaction with the quality of the workmanship as well as the customer service experience. We are working for you! Our goal is to have your vehicle looking like new and keeping it that way through regular maintenance cleanings – we don’t want to see you once, we want you to become part of our family. We know your vehicle is important to you and your trust in us is appreciated! We will go OUT OF THIS WORLD to make sure everything is perfect from your initial contact with us to the finished product. In addition to detailing we also specialize in oxidation removal to help extend the life of your vehicle and keep it looking like new. Pickup and delivery is also available upon request. Galaxy Detailing 1304 Carpenter Ave Iron Mountain, MI 49801 906-221-5888 galaxydetailing@charter.net www.galaxydetail.com 12 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance New Member Spotlight Stewart Manufacturing, LLC Stewart Manufacturing, LLC Spotlight Stewart Manufacturing, LLC located in Hermansville, MI manufactures products for the diesel engine, agricultural, mining and most recently, the medical industry. The company has experienced and average year-on-year growth of 22 percent during its 12 year span. Annual sales now reach $22 million. In February 2012, Stewart acquired American Tool and Die in downstate Manton, MI. That company has been renamed American Instrument & Implant and relocated to the Hermansville facility. American Instrument & Implant is a manufacturer of spinal and orthopedic implants and surgical instruments. “With all the economic downturns in the past 12 years, I guess we must be doing something right. We’ve maintained a solid balance sheet through these tough times which has enabled us to facilitate new growth opportunities. The acquisition of the medical business has really improved our diversification model to allow us to become even stronger. We are all looking forward to what the next 10 years brings. As for the last 12 years, I couldn’t be more proud of what our team has accomplished” said owner Greg Stewart. 2014 brought the completion of an additional 21,000 square feet of manufacturing space to allow for further growth in both the industrial and medical segments of the business. With the additional floor space Stewart has been able to bring in more complex equipment to meet the demands of its customers. Randall McLeod, Vice President of Stewart Manufacturing stated, “The ability of today’s CNC machines are far greater than what we started with 12 years ago. When we started we were utilizing 3 and 4 axis machines. Today we have machines with up to 12 axis which allows us to process components far more efficiently and with the precision that our customers have come to expect from us.” The addition of more advanced equipment, as well as automation has allowed Stewart Manufacturing to compete in today’s global marketplace. “It’s a real testament to our employees on how they have been able to take on the level of sophistication that has been brought in and really excel at it” added McLeod. Stewart Manufacturing currently employs 110 people from the tri-county area; Dickinson, Delta and Menominee Counties. 13 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance Thank You TO OUR RENEWING MEMBERS THIS MONTH. WE VALUE YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT! Almost Home Animal Shelter American Forest Management Inc Bay De Noc Community College Bellin Health Family Medical Center Bianco’s Fitness Center Bianco’s Physical Therapy & Wellness Center Bluejay Management Breitung Township Schools B’s Country Café & Catering Inc Caring House Inc Casual to Gourmet Catering LLC Charter Communications Country Mile Document Destruction Inc Credit Services Inc Dickie’s Plumbing & Heating Inc Dickinson Iron Medical Care Access Coalition Grow Max H & R Block Hall’s True Value Hanson Realty Inc Iron Mountain Public Schools JessEvent LLC Koffman Inc Kubick Aviation Services Lakeside Builders Ltd Metlife Financial Services Midwest Asphalt & Gravel Inc Niagara Telephone Company Northwoods Air Life Line Ltd Norway Township Orbit Technology Recreation Lanes-The Antoine Room Rick’s Mechanical Solbergs Greenleaf Sports Bar & Grill Sparkle Cleaning & Maintenance LLC Spine Pain Diagnostics Associates Stewart Manufacturing LLC The Office Planning Group Inc Twin City Service Inc Wal-Mart Stores Inc Wisconsin Bank & Trust Zambon Decorating Company Zollner’s Catering 14 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance PLEASE VISIT Our Advertisers For advertising rates and availability, contact Lynda at 906-774-2002. Business After Hours Bookings For more information on booking a Business After Hours, contact Lynda at lzanon@dickinsonchamber.com or call 906‑774-2002. NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT If you recently joined the Partnership and have not been featured in the “New Member Spotlight”, please email your article and photo (optional) to lindstrom@dickinsonchamber.com or fax to 906-774-2004, and we will feature your business in an upcoming issue. We would love to hear from you!!!! Attention Members For your convenience, we are now accepting the credit cards listed below for all your Chamber or DAP needs, including Member dues, The Ritz, Annual Golf Outing, Advertising, Etc. 15 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance CHAMBER TIDBITS We are looking for Advertisers for our monthly newsletter. If you would like to place an Ad by month or year, please contact Lynda or Mari Leigh. Other options are available. We are in need of advertisers to keep producing newsletter. Membership and Resource Guides: The 2014-15 Membership Directory-Resource Guides are ready for pick-up at the Partnership. If you would prefer delivery, give us a call. If your business has any marketing info to include in our relocation packets, please drop off at the Partnership office. We will include in packets we mail to individuals expressing interest in this area. Business to Business Advantage: If your business would like to offer a discount to Chamber members for services or products, please give the office a call at 906-774-2002 ext. 3. Information attached. The Partnership accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Diners Club and American Express. WEBSITE UPDATE!! The Partnership website has a Brand New Look. Check it out and let us know what you think at www.dickinsonchamber.com and then “Like us” on Facebook! Hometown Health Cards and Brochures. Stop in anytime during business hours at Partnership to get yours. Check out all the info about the Health Card on our website. The Partnership is now on Facebook. Check us out at Dickinson Area Partnership. Like Us! F. Y. I. Bulk mailing services for businesses are available at the Partnership. Call 906-774-2002 for information. Available May 15th 325 square feet furnished office space. Two suites, use of conference room, heated storage, plowed parking, all utilities included, $475 month. Call 906-774-2202 for more information. 16 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance WELCOMES YOU TO BUSINESS AFTER HOURS SPONSORED BY: RIVERSIDE AUTO SALES OF IRON MOUNTAIN HOTTIES WINDOW TINTING LLC ON LOCATION Riverside Auto N 3696 U S 2 Iron Mountain Tuesday April 21, 2015 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres Beer & Wine Door Prizes 50/50 Raffle Music by Jessie Mcpherson and Ron Johnston RSVP to 774-2002 ext. 3 $5.00 charge for walk-ins or no shows. Featured Non-Profit The Almost Home Animal Shelter will Be accepting donations. Go to www.almosthomeanimalsheltermi.com To view their “wish list” 17 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance The bridge that brings them forever home Animal Shelter Wish List Non-clumping cat litter (needed at all times!) Pine or lemon floor cleaner Bleach Alcohol-based hand sanitizer Paper toweling Liquid dish soap Laundry soap Canned cat food Dry adult cat food (NO indoor formula of any kind please) Kitten chow Adult dog food Puppy chow Sturdy washable dog toys (NO rope, cloth, or stuffed animals please) Knuckle bones or sterilized bones Used leashes and collars Blankets, comforters, and afghans for dogs (NO pillows, down comforters, or carpeting please) Sweatshirts, T-shirts, and sweaters for cats Computer paper Super One and Econo Foods receipts Monetary donations Gift certificates Pop and beer cans (returnable and recyclable) Almost Home Animal Shelter 5060 Lincoln Ave. Quinnesec, MI 49876 (906) 774-1005 www.almosthomeanimalsheltermi.com 18 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance 19 - April 2015 Dickinson Area Chamber Alliance
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