Make the Most of your Membership with these Opportunities in March

Announcer Advertising Information Due

Monday, March 11

Time: 2:00pm deadline for April issue 

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Quarterly Breakfast 

Thursday, March 21

Time: 8:30am - 10:00am 

Doing More. Together. - The delivery of high quality education. 

Sponsor: Allendale Public Schools 

Location: APS Administration Building

10505 Learning Lane - Oakwood Board Conference Room

Cost: Members - no cost to attend, Non-members - $5

Coffee & Networking 

Tuesday, March 26

Time: 8:15am - 9:15am 

Sponsor: Solace Counseling 

Location: 11304 Edgewater Dr., Ste. D

Cost: Free as a membership benefit 

Speed Networking with the West Michigan Chamber Network 

Wednesday, March 27

Time: 7:30am - 9:00am

Sponsor: Hudsonville Grille

Location: Hudsonville City Hall

3275 Central Blvd, Hudsonville

Cost: Free as a membership benefit 

Members from the following Chambers are invited to participate: Allendale, Byron Center, Cutlerville-Gaines, Grandville Jenison, Hispanic, Hudsonville, South Kent, Wayland and Wyoming-Kentwood. 

Welcome New Executive Director Janessa Smit

The Allendale Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is pleased to announce its recent hire of Janessa Smit, who will serve as the Executive Director of the organization.

Janessa has spent over nine years in the chamber business working at both the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce and the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. 

“We are thrilled to have Janessa on board,” said 2013 Allendale Chamber Board President Deanna Engelman. “Her expertise will take the Allendale Chamber to the next level.” 

Members will have their first opportunity to meet the new Executive Director at the upcoming Coffee and Networking being held on Tuesday, February 26 from 8:15am – 9:15am at Jet’s Pizza located at 5135 Lake Michigan Drive. Those planning to attend are asked to rsvp to aacc@allendalechamber.org.

Click here to read the full press release. 

February Chamber Coffee & Networking

Join us Tuesday, February 26th for the AACC February Coffee & Networking from 8:15-9:15am hosted by Jet's Pizza

5135 Lake Michigan Dr., Allendale

AACC Members, please RSVP to aacc@allendalechamber.org by 2/21/13

Congratulations to our 2012 AACC Annual Business Award Recipients!

The Allendale Area Chamber of Commerce Business Awards are presented on an annual basis to those who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in business and are strong supporters of the community.  The Chamber created the Annual Business Awards to celebrate and honor area businesses and individuals.  The Annual Business Awards are presented during the Chamber's December Quarterly Meeting to showcase the achievement and impact business has in our community.  Each year, businesses are recognized for their service, stability, community involvement, citizenship and community involvement.

Please help us in congratulating the following businesses on their accomplishments!

New Business of the Year Award - Jet's Pizza, Allendale

Business of the Year Award - Allendale Nursing & Rehabilitation Facility

Community Service & Involvement Award - Rotary Club of Allendale

As a resident of Allendale Twp., please help us by filling out the survey being conducted by the DDA

The following survey is being conducted in cooperation with Allendale Township and its (DDA) Downtown Development Authority. The survey provides valuable input for the Township, its planning process and its efforts to enhance, preserve or expand activities and opportunities. Your input is extremely valuable to us, and strictly confidential.  Your assistance with this effort is very much appreciated!  Thank you in advance!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/AllendaleResSrvy