Chamber News

Tamera Carter and Trini Lopez-Pehlivanoglu endorsed for At-Large Seats. Ryan Kost and Adam Hussain endorsed for 1st/3rd Ward The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) has announced its endorsements in the 2023 races for Lansing City Council. Endorsed candidates include: “Lansing is at a critical juncture in determining the city’s future direction…

Lansing Regional Chamber Announces Recipients of Community Service, Outstanding Small Business, Diversity Star and Legacy Awards Recipients to be Honored at the LRCC Annual Dinner on May 10 LANSING, Mich. – The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) has announced the recipients of four major awards, which will be presented at the LRCC’s upcoming Annual…

Lansing, Michigan – The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) and the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) have announced that CASE Credit Union will be the recipient of the second annual Diversity Star Award, which will be presented at the LRCC Annual Dinner on Wednesday, May 10. The Diversity Star Award honors companies and organizations…

(Lansing, MI) – The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) is pleased to announce it has entered into a new partnership under which LRCC will provide management support and program services for ATHENA Women’s Interest Network (ATHENA WIN). “We are proud to continue to support and provide leadership in advancing the ATHENA legacy which began…

The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Amanda Matelonek as Multimedia Specialist. In her role, Matelonek will be responsible for managing and updating website content, creating graphics, and assisting with executing marketing and communication strategies. She began her position on February 20. “I am very excited to join…

The 2023 Lansing Regional Chamber Policy Forum on Thursday, March 2 will welcome Mike Rogers, former chair of the U.S. Intelligence Committee, international security expert, and founder of Leadership to Ensure the American Dream (LEAD). Rogers will share his thoughts on emerging technology, national security, business and more. “We are excited to have Mike Rogers…

Reflecting a years-long commitment to supporting the region’s efforts in talent attraction and retention, the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce has announced the hiring of Sarah Bakken to the newly created position of Talent Development Manager. In her position, Bakken will responsible for coordination and communication between ATHENA WIN board, ATHENA Powerlink board, ATHENA Leadership…

Four Major Community Awards to be Presented Annually at LRCC Annual Dinner The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) and the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) are pleased to announce that applications are open for the second annual Diversity Star Award, honoring organizations that champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace and the…

Lisa O’Connor of Publicom to Serve as Chair-Elect Matt Resch of Resch Strategies will serve as the 2023 board chair of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) Board of Directors. Resch succeeds Mike Zamiara of Niowave, who will remain on the board as past chair. Lisa O’Connor of Publicom will serve as chair-elect and…

Lorin Cumberbatch named ATHENAPowerlink Recipient Dorothy E. Maxwell, long-time President and CEO of Max Winegar Group and dedicated community servant, has been named the recipient of the 2022 ATHENA Leadership Award by the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC). The LRCC also announced that Lorin Cumberbatch, founder and owner of Skin Studio 211, has been…