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Chamber Leads Digital Days of Action!

By kteribery@lansingchamber.org | August 10, 2020 | Comments Off on Chamber Leads Digital Days of Action!

TheU.S. Chamber is coordinating two Digital Days of Action to rally voices from across the country and demand that important measures make it in Congress’ next coronavirus relief package. What you can do: Liability protections: On Monday, we will urge Congress to pass timely, temporary, and targeted liability protections for employers that work to follow…

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Statement Regarding the Passing of James Butler

By kteribery@lansingchamber.org | August 7, 2020 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Statement Regarding the Passing of James Butler

The following statement regarding the passing today of James Butler can be attributed to Tim Daman, President and CEO, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce: “I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of James Butler, who was a true business and community leader. James was the second African American to serve as chair…

Lansing Regional Chamber Endorsed Candidates Score Big Wins in August Primary Election

By kteribery@lansingchamber.org | August 5, 2020 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber Endorsed Candidates Score Big Wins in August Primary Election

Candidates endorsed by The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) scored big wins during the August 4 primary election. 96% of LRC-PAC endorsed candidates have successfully advanced to the November General Election. “We are pleased that voters are clearly aligned with the priorities we announced in making our endorsements earlier this summer,”…

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Statement on the Passing of Dr. Eva L. Evans

By kteribery@lansingchamber.org | July 23, 2020 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Statement on the Passing of Dr. Eva L. Evans

The following statement can be attributed to Tim Daman, president and CEO of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce: Eva Evans leaves a remarkable legacy as a leader in education and throughout the community. The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce was proud to recognize her as the 1991 recipient of the ATHENA Leadership Award, one…

Statewide Business Organization: Call on Congressional Delegation to Unify Behind Legislation to Bring Financial Relief to States

By kteribery@lansingchamber.org | July 20, 2020 | Comments Off on Statewide Business Organization: Call on Congressional Delegation to Unify Behind Legislation to Bring Financial Relief to States

Today, the Lansing Regional Chamber and 14 other statewide business organizations called on Michigan’s Congressional Delegation to unify behind smart compromise Federal legislation to provide financial relief to Michigan, and other states, to address tax revenue loss due to the COVID-19 crisis. congressional support would be a significant enabler in businesses bringing back employees, help…

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Statement Regarding City of Lansing’s Chief Strategy Officer

By Ashley Sandborn | July 1, 2020 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Statement Regarding City of Lansing’s Chief Strategy Officer

The following can be attributed to Tim Daman, president and chief executive officer, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce: While we are disappointed to learn of the resignation of Shelbi Frayer, Chief Strategy Officer with the City of Lansing, we appreciate her dynamic leadership in working closely with Mayor Schor, City Council and the business community…

Lansing Regional Chamber Applauds U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Barring Discrimination Against LGBTQ Employees

By kteribery@lansingchamber.org | June 17, 2020 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber Applauds U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Barring Discrimination Against LGBTQ Employees

The following statement can be attributed to Tim Daman, president and CEO of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce in regards to the U.S. Supreme Court decision prohibiting workplace discrimination against gay, lesbian and transgender employees: “The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) is pleased that, as a result of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling,…

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Bipartisan August Primary Endorsements for County Commission and Township Races

By kteribery@lansingchamber.org | June 12, 2020 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Bipartisan August Primary Endorsements for County Commission and Township Races

The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) has announced a bipartisan slate of election endorsements for county commission and township races August 4 primary election ballot. “This is a critical time in our region, which makes the experience and ability to make thoughtful decisions about difficult issues particularly important,” said Tonia Olson,…

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Joins National Initiative to Address Inequality of Opportunity

By kteribery@lansingchamber.org | June 5, 2020 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Joins National Initiative to Address Inequality of Opportunity

The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) announced it is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on a national initiative to address inequality of opportunity. LRCC will join the U.S. Chamber’s national town hall event on June 25 where business and community leaders will discuss concrete actions taken by government and the private sector…

Lansing Regional Chamber’s #SharetheGood Campaign Highlights Outpouring of Community Support During COVID-19

By kteribery@lansingchamber.org | June 2, 2020 | Comments Off on Lansing Regional Chamber’s #SharetheGood Campaign Highlights Outpouring of Community Support During COVID-19

A Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce campaign to highlight the contributions being made in the region during the COVID-19 pandemic has drawn attention to the generous spirit for which the Greater Lansing region has always been known. Dozens of organizations and their employees have rallied in recent weeks to support those in need during the…