A LETTER FROM OUR CEO REGARDING 2021 PLANS:
It goes without saying that 2020 has been an immensely difficult year. See what the Chamber has planned for moving forward.
SEMC IN NUMBERS:
Number of Chambers: 3
Total Participants:
1000+
Cities Covered:
43
WHO WE ARE
Approximately ten years ago, the Gratiot Avenue Business Association was formed and worked closely with the Macomb First Business Alliance. In 2015, they combined and became the Gratiot Avenue Chamber of Commerce (GACC), serving all 9 communities along the corridor: Eastpointe, Roseville, Clinton Township, Mount Clemens, Chesterfield, Lennox, Richmond, the Village of New Haven and Macomb Township. These communities total more than 350,000 residents. The vitality of the Corridor has significant implications not only for the businesses located on or in near proximity, but also for the communities within which they are located, as well as Macomb County at large.
THE BENEFITS
PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT
The chamber staff assists in marketing your business and helping to build your base with monthly luncheons with educational programs and a chance to network.
A SENSE OF COMMUNITY
Board leadership activity.
Community projects. Fundraiser participation.
GET ACCESS TO BUSINESSES IN 11 COMMUNITIES
GRATIOT AVENUE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Supports 10 communities. Approximately 10 years ago, the Gratiot Avenue Business Association was formed and worked closely with the Macomb First Business Alliance. In 2015, they combined and became the Gratiot Avenue Chamber of Commerce (GACC).
WARREN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Third largest city in the state with a large business base. The Warren Area Chamber is part of the overseeing body to the Warren Community Foundation which hosts events such as: Run Warren and Cruisin' 53. The WACC is affiliated with the City of Center Line and assists in the annual Center Line Independence Festival.
SUCCESS: 2020 POLITICAL ACTION COALITION REPORT
The Southeast Michigan Chamber of Commerce (SEMC) Political Action Coalition (PAC) had another highly successful election season. County wide seventeen candidates: Congressional, City Council, Township Trustees (7), Township Clerks (2), Township Treasurers (2), Township Supervisor, County Treasurer, County Commissioner and a Judgeship. Representing eight communities: City of Eastpointe, City of Utica, Chesterfield Township, Clinton Township, Macomb Township, Shelby Township, Washington Township and Macomb County were supported by endorsement, financial support, consulting services, campaign management services or a combination of the aformentioned.
ALL SUPPORTED CANDIDATES WERE SUCCESSFUL EXCEPT ONE.
In addition to its winning record, the PAC had a number of particularly proud accomplishments including:
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Kathleen Galen to the Judgeship in the Eastpointe 38th District Court
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Tammy Patton to Trustee in Clinton Township
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Tammy was the first African American elected to the Clinton Township Board of Trustees.
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The PAC also helped a great deal with the re-election campaign of our good friend Macomb County Treasurer Larry Rocca.
*THE SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE POLITICAL ACTION COALITION IS NOT AN OFFICIAL BODY OF THE CHAMBER. CHAMBER MEMBERS THAT HAVE INTEREST IN THE LOCAL POLITICAL APPARATUS MEET INFORMALLY TO INITIATE SUPPORT FOR HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES FOR PUBLIC OFFICE.
We are proud partners with the FCA Foundation. Thanks to them scores of students in Warren will have FREE access to these community programs:
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WARREN POLICE EXPLORERS: law enforcement exploratory program
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GREAT LAKES EDUCATION PROGRAM: water quality and ecosystem program
2019 GIVING
It's been a strong year. Between the Southeast Michigan Chamber of Commerce, the Gratiot Avenue Chamber of Commerce, the Warren Area Chamber of Commerce, the North Gratiot Cruise, Cruisin' 53 and Run Warren 5K through the Warren Community Foundation, and facilitating giving from our members and local partners, we have raised a grand total of $294,000 given to the following worthy organizations:
$294,000
WARREN CIVIC CENTER SOUTH: LIBRARY AQUARIUM AND KIDS WITH DISABILITIES PLAYGROUND
LIBERTY CHURCH WARREN COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
HARVEST TIME OUTREACH MINISTRIES
MACOMB COUNTY WARMING CENTER
MCREST FUNDRAISER AT THE HOME OF PETER THOMAS
MCREST ELIMINATION RAFFLE
MCREST ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER
VETS RETURNING HOME
MCREST PENNY PER MILE PROGRAM
EASTPOINTE TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
NEW BALTIMORE GOODFELLOWS
NEW BALTIMORE GOODFELLOWS KIDS CHRISTMAS
NEW BALTIMORE MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY
NEW BALTIMORE CIVIC CLUB
CENTER LINE FESTIVAL FOUNDATION
CENTERLINE HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC PROGRAM
CENTERLINE K9 FOUNDATION
CHESTERFIELD HONOR GUARD
FRIENDS OF CHESTERFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT
SELFRIDGE CHESTERFIELD LIONS
NEW BALTIMORE LIONS
CHESTERFIELD PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS
CHESTERFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT SHOP WITH A COP
CHESTERFIELD FIRE FIRE DEPT SMOKE DETECTOR PROGRAM
CHESTERFIELD BOY SCOUTS
MCREST GENERAL DONATIONS
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OUR CORPORATE MEMBERS
Priority Waste was formed by a group of individuals that have spent a lifetime in the Waste and Recycling Industry. Their staff and management have over 75 years combined experience servicing customers throughout Michigan and much of North America. Priority Waste is the official sponsor of the Detroit Grand Prix. Based in Clinton Township, Priority Waste serves over 64 cities in Michigan.
Ascension offers compassionate, personalized care within a wide range of specialties and programs to serve their communities. St. John Macomb Hospital and St. John Oakland Hospital merged in 2007, and today Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital has two campuses, one in Warren and one in Madison Heights.
MADISON HEIGHTS CAMPUS
27351 Dequindre Rd
Madison Heights, MI 48071
WARREN CAMPUS
11800 Twelve Mile Rd
Warren, MI 48093
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Universal Mall is a full-fledged open style shopping center, offering a unique and enjoyable shopping environment for everyone. Open since 1963, Universal Mall is a one-stop shopping mall for all your dining, leisure, health, clothing, and beauty needs in Warren, Michigan.
Troy Sports Center, located on Big Beaver, is unique in offering four NHL size ice skating rinks. Aside from open skates, Troy Sports Center is the community hub for hockey with adult and youth leagues, travel teams, lessons, an off-ice shooting room and private rental.
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