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2309 Airport Rd.Waterford, MI 48327248-666-8600www.waterfordchamber.org

Volume XVIssue 5 May 2018

WACC Perking UP - Culver’s of WaterfordOur thanks to Culver’s of Waterford forhosting the April Perking Up. Gary andKevin welcomed chamber memberswith hometown hospitality - somethingeveryone at Culver’s holds near and dearto their hearts! The very first Culver’s wasopened in 1984 by Craig and Lea Culver,along with Craig’s parents, George and

Ruth, in the family’s beloved hometown of Sauk City, Wisconsin. Craigcombined a love for his mom’s homemade hamburgers with hisfavorite childhood vacation treat, fresh frozen custard, creating theirsignature combination: Culver’s ButterBurgers and fresh frozencustard.

Culver’s also features many other great menu items. Whether it’stheir hand-battered North Atlantic cod, crispy chicken sandwich,genuine Wisconsin cheese curds or seasonal sweet-and-summerylemon ice, Culver’s has given guests something to rave about sincethe start.

Today, Culver’s has grown to over 650 restaurants in 24 states. TheWaterford Culver’s opened in October of 2016. Owners, KevinPowers, and Co-Owner, Katie Scmitt, also own Culver’s inClarkston, Fenton and Grand Blanc with more to come. Whereverthe next Culver’s may pop up, their mission is the same as it’s alwaysbeen: every guest who chooses Culver’s leaves happy. TheWaterford Culver’s is located at 7313 Highland Road. Stop in andexperience, first hand, their great food and exceptional hospitality!

Gary Haines, General ManagerKevin Adams, Director of Operations

June 7New Horizons Concert Band

Under the direction of Chris Braue andSean Spicer, come out and enjoy thistraditional favorite!

June 14Dave Bennet Band

A multi-instrument phenomenon. Aclarinet virtuoso who plays electric guitar,piano, drums, and vocals. The only artistanywhere saluting “The Roots of POP!”

June 21Magic Bus

The songs...The look...The feel of theWoodstock Era...Magic Bus relicates themusic of that historical time, the late 60’sand Woodstock!

June 28Mr. Moody

Mr. Moody is a high energy “party music”band that does everything from PatsyKline to Poison from Elvis to Metallica!

Don’t miss this year’s wonderfulline-up of FREE Concerts at Hess

Hathaway Park.

Summer entertainment forfamilies of all ages!

Presented by:

CONCERT MASTER SECTION lEADER

bAND MEMbERS IN THE PARK FRIENDS

SueCamilleri

CLERKWATERFORDTOWNSHIP

COMMUNITY SUPPORTERS

Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce

BOARD OFDIRECTORS

2018

EXECUTIVE BOARD

PresidentHilary RennoEdward Jones.

Vice PresidentKris Miller

McLaren Oakland

TreasurerDr. Adam ApfelblatMichigan Chiropractic

Specialists of Waterford P.C.

SecretarySuzette HallmannHallmann Advisors,

CPA & Financial Services

Past PresidentDavid Meyer

Coffee Break Services, Inc.

DIRECTORS

Jackie KoppATD Solutions, LLC

Nikki TippettClarkston State Bank

Nikki BenningOakland Yard Athletics

Richard CoattaRC Golf Lessons

Jennifer HillSecrest Wardle

Dave SmithState Farm

Rhonda LesselWaterford School District

Margaret BirchWaterford Township

Treasurer

Marie HauswirthExecutive Director

WACC

WACC

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK

Monthly Meeting & Networking

OAKLAND COUNTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT6500 Patterson Parkway

May 9 10 - 11 a.m.

B.U.I.L.D 1 - May 10 & 24Canterbury on-the-Lake

8 - 9 a.m.

B.U.I.L.D 2 - May 11 & 25Oakland County Int’l Airport

12 - 1 p.m.

2018 Perking UpSchedule of Events

8 - 9 a.m.

May 1, 2018 McLaren Oakland50 N. Perry St.

Jun. 5, 2018 Hersh - Beattie Orthodontics5133 Highland Rd.

Jul. 10, 2018 Quality Inn & Suites of Waterford7076 Highland Rd.

Aug. 7, 2018 Studio 8 Fitness4761 Highland Rd.

Sept. 11, 2018 PlayAllMedia1150 Scott Lake Rd., 12A

Oct. 2, 2018 AVON Beauty Supplies4670 W. Walton Blvd.

Nov. 6, 2018 Joint with Rotary of Waterford hosted by Family Pet Practice4260 Elizabeth Lake Rd.

Dec. 4, 2018 Oakland Yard Athletics5328 Highland Rd.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce PAGE 3

Members in the News

Clarkston State Bank Strengthens Staff

with Addition of New Commercial Lender

and Treasury Management Officer

To better serve and support Southeast Michigan businesses,

organizations and residents, Clarkston State Bank (CSB)

announced the hiring of Jay Russ, as a Vice President, to the

position of Commercial Lender, as well as the promotion of Nikki

Tippett, to Treasury Management Officer.

Nikki Tippett

Treasury Management Officer

Ms. Tippett has consistently provided

exceptional service to the bank’s customers and

has built a breadth of experience across several

functional areas, making her a valuable asset as

Treasury Management Officer. She started with the bank in 2011

as a Customer Service Representative at one of their Clarkston

branches. It quickly became clear that Ms. Tippett was very bright

and motivated to learn as much as she could, and customers loved

her genuine personality and willingness to go above and beyond

to ensure their satisfaction. By May of 2012, she was promoted to

Assistant Branch Manager at the branch where she provided strong

leadership for the CSR team.

When the bank determined it was time to provide more focus on

its treasury management services in March 2013, Ms. Tippett was

promoted to the newly-created Treasury Management Specialist

position. Since that time, she has dedicated herself to becoming

an expert on treasury services providing set up and support for

customers with remote depositing and cash management

products. In 2015, she became an Accredited ACH Professional

(AAP) to solidify her expertise in the field, while also continuing to

provide assistance in the branches and the operations department.

Not only is Ms. Tippett dedicated to the customers at Clarkston

State Bank, she also contributes her time to the Waterford

community as the co-chair for the Waterford Chamber Young

Professionals Network, as a steering committee member of

Waterford Blessings in a Backpack, and as a board member of the

Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce and the Oakland County

Sheriff’s Office Benefit for the Disabled.

As the only business bank headquartered in Southeast Michigan,

CSB is committed to assembling an outstanding team of experts

to support the region’s financial strength and needs.

Jay Russ

Commercial Lender

Mr. Russ’s expertise in business development

and small business lending, along with over 15

years of management experience across

multiple disciplines, will be a distinct asset as a

Commercial Lender with Clarkston State Bank.

He will be responsible for servicing and growing

Clarkston’s diverse portfolio of business clients, leveraging his

experience with the SBA to help deliver effective financing solutions.

Mr. Russ brings over 10 years of banking experience, including:

Business Banking Specialist at Huntington National Bank; Branch

Manager at Huntington National Bank; and Branch Manager at

PNC Bank/ National City Bank.

Mr. Russ enjoys giving back to the communities and currently

serves as a Planning Committee member for the Rochester

Regional Chamber of Commerce Hometown Christmas Parade

Board. He is a proud alumnus of Oakland University where he

earned his B.A. and he currently resides in Orion Township.


MEMBERS IN THE NEWS continued...

Join HealthForward for the Employer Health Care Forum:

Creating a Culture of Health

presented by the Detroit Regional Chamber and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

WHEN: May 16 · 8:30 a.m.

WHERE: Outdoor Adventure Center

1801 Atwater St.

Detroit, MI 48207

Employers continue to invest in the health and well-being of their

employees despite constant change and uncertainty in the health

care landscape. The business community is also taking a closer

look at the quality of care employees receive in addition to trying

to control rising costs. However, employer health programs should

extend beyond just providing health insurance.

To achieve a productive, high-performing workforce, employers

must also effectively create a culture of health within their company.

Wellness and prevention programs have been shown to improve

workplace performance, control costs, and create a more

engaged workforce. At the Employer Health Care Forum: Creating

a Culture of Health, employers will learn why having a strong health

program is important to the success of the organization and

explore best practices on engaging employees in their health.

Speakers include: Cindy Bjorkquist, Director, Health and Wellness,Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Jonathan So, Senior Director, Health Care Initiatives, DetroitRegional Chamber

Monique Stanton, President and CEO, CARE of SoutheasternMichigan

Jennifer Young, Senior Account Manager, Corporate ComplianceOfficer, J.S. Clark Agency

Registration for this event is complimentary. For more information,

please contact Jonathan So at 313-596-0449.

OPEN DOOR OUTREACH CENTER

STAMP OUT HUNGER

May 14 through May 16, Open Door Outreach Center needs your

help to sort canned goods donated through the Stamp Out Hunger

Food Drive. Last year Open Door received 90,000 pounds of food!

This food comes at the perfect time to feed hungry children

through the summer. Help us again this year, and help your

community! We will be sorting the canned goods at our Pantry

location: 7170 Cooley Lake Road in Waterford.

Individuals, groups and children are all welcome to sign up online at

www.opendooroutreachcenter.com. Simply scroll down to

events on their homepage and there is a link. OR email

[email protected]. This is a great

community service event for groups of all sorts. And while your

looking, don’t forget about the Julie Run on

Saturday, June 2! A 5k or 1 mile run/walk at

Oakland Community College, Highland Lakes.



MICHAEl ST. JOHN FROM THE bRAYDENGROUP SPEAKS ON CYbERSECURITY

The Brayden Group is proud to announce that Michael St. John

will be a spotlight speaker at the Management Information &

Business Show presented by the Michigan Association of CPA’s

(MICPA) at the Suburban Show Place on June 26 and 27. Michael

is the President and CEO of The Brayden Group, a business

consulting firm with a focus on Proactive Cyber Security

Governance in Waterford, where they manage computer

networks, telephone systems, conduct cyber security scans, and

provide cyber liability insurance. Michael will be speaking on:

Cybersecurity: Communication is Key

Having a conversation with your clients about cybersecurity is

integral to your mutual success. We cover how to address

everything from HIPAA concerns, such as the four in five U.S.

physicians who have suffered a cyber attack according to the

American Medical Association, to SOC reports. Cybersecurity is

no longer an element that can be left off the table with clients.

Michael has a great deal of real world experience in Technology

Security that he will share with participants. Michael holds a

Masters of Science in Information Technology Degree from Walsh

College, as well as a B.A. from Western Michigan University in

Business Administration. In addition to The Brayden Group and

the Michigan National Guard, Michael serves on a committee for

the Yellow Ribbon Fund Golf Outing, and is a member of the

Clarkston, Waterford and Rochester Chambers of Commerce.

The Brayden Group is a business solutions company focusing

primarily on managed services. As a managed service provider

(MSP) they are able to assist businesses with such as information

technology support, cyber liability and commercial insurance,

websites, credit card processing, voice over internet protocol

support, and internet service consulting. The Brayden Group is

located in Waterford, Michigan. For more information on

technology solutions or for recommendations on cutting edge

services, contact The Brayden Group at 248-742-5884. Find the

Brayden Group website at www.braydengroup.com.

Tech248 MeetUps are:

• Tech focused

• Inclusive of all tech companies

• Held in a variety of cool spaces within the community

• Connect youth to the tech industry

• Encourage networking and collaboration

• Provide brief (15 minute) tech updates

• Solicitation free

Oakland County has 2,000 tech firms – with 42,000 jobs in the

tech field - more than twice the number of any other county in

Michigan. Join us for the next Tech248 hosted by the Waterford

Area Chamber, Waterford and Highland Township!



McLaren OaklandFoundation’s 10th AnnualSister & Sister CelebrationRaises Awareness and Funds

to Fight Breast Cancer

The McLaren Oakland Foundation will host its 10th Annual Sister &

Sister event, May 3, at the Pine Knob Mansion’s Carriage House in

Clarkston. Guests will enjoy a strolling buffet, cocktails, silent auction

and casino fun gambling during this year’s event to raise funds and

awareness for breast cancer and showcase survivors’ stories.

“After talking with physicians, patients and community members, we

discovered a gap in our free mammogram program. Women

diagnosed with breast cancer were not coming back for diagnostic

testing, nor were they following up with cancer treatments – all

because they could not afford the co-pays and deductibles,” says

Erika Walker, McLaren Oakland Foundation Executive Director.

“Because of grants secured and the wonderful support of our

sponsors and the community, we are able to help women in our local

community with this kind of financial assistance.”

Sponsors include:Kellam and Associates, PC, MSU College of Osteopathic

Medicine, Oncologic Specialists, PC, Baker College, Genisys

Credit Union, and Star EMS. To provide support and/or sponsor

the event, contact: Tatiana Grant at [email protected] 248-338-5345.

If you or a loved one cannot afford a mammogram, or need other

support for breast cancer, you may qualify for the McLaren

Oakland Foundation’s Sister & Sister program. Call 248-338-5385.

About The McLaren Foundation:

The McLaren Oakland Foundation is the fundraising and

community outreach arm of McLaren Oakland. Established in 2004

to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, race and financial

status, has access to state-of-the-art health care services, the

McLaren Oakland Foundation strives to improve the health and

well-being of underserved individuals in Oakland County.

The McLaren Oakland Foundation has provided over 4,000 free

mammogram screenings to medically underserved women; breast

cancer awareness and education throughout Oakland County;

support to the McLaren Oakland Children’s Clinic; and bicycle

helmets to local school children. To learn more, visit

www.mclaren.org/oaklandfoundation.

Genisys Credit Union Has aMilestone Month in March

March was a month of milestones forGenisys Credit Union as they hit the200,000 member mark and reached $1.5billion in loan balances. “We are pleased to hit these milestonesas they provide further validation that we are providing thefinancial services our members want and need,” said JackieBuchanan. “These achievements are the result of the drive anddedication that our entire team has to be the best financialinstitution in the communities we serve. We look forward tocontinuing to serve our members and those who haven’t yetdiscovered the benefits of Genisys Credit Union membership.”

Genisys is passionate about inspiring creativity and innovationand offers a wide range of products and services that werecreated with a focus on their members. The Genius High Yieldchecking account allows members to earn 3.03% annualpercentage yield on their account plus earn one reward point forevery $2 spent using their debit cards. Convenience is alsoimportant to its members so Genisys offers mobile and onlinebanking. These free services allow members to access theiraccounts 24/7 by simply downloading the app or registering foronline banking on the Genisys website.

Genisys offers members a variety of lending options includingmortgages, auto loans and personal loans. Genisys makes theprocess easy with online applications, and lending representativesare happy to work with members to get them the right loan at agreat rate.

Small businesses also have several choices to meet their lendingneeds including lines of credit, real estate, SBA and term loans.Genisys is committed to improving the communities they serveby promoting, supporting, and volunteering in the spirit of givingback. In 2017 they sponsored nearly 900 events with employees,family and friends volunteering more than 4,000 communityservice hours and are on track to continue that level of communityinvolvement in 2018.

About Genisys Credit Union

Genisys Credit Union is a not-for-profit, member-owned financial

institution that has been committed to helping its members

financially since 1936. Based out of Auburn Hills, Genisys is one

of the largest credit unions in Michigan, with over 200,000

members and 30 branch locations. Genisys specializes in

providing consumer financial services through its branches,

telephone contact center, and a variety of mobile and online

banking services. They also provide business loans and a range

of services for small to mid-sized businesses. Genisys Credit

Union has consistently received the highest 5-star Bauer Financial

Rating for safety and soundness and is proud to be making a

difference in their communities. Connect with Genisys on

Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram by following @genisyscu. For

more information or a calendar of events, visit Genisys online at

www.genisyscu.org.


* Indicates newmember of theWaterford AreaChamber of Com-merce

5 STAR OUTDOOR, LLC*Joe OramPO Box 252755West Bloomfield, MI 48323(248) 789-6875www.5staroutdoor.com

A WORLD OF GLASS LLCKathy Robichaud5830 Andersonville Rd.Waterford, MI 48329(248) 623-1080www.aworldofglassllc.com

ARROW PRINTING LLCKevin Armstrong5457 Elizabeth Lake Rd.Waterford, MI 48327(248) 738-2222www.arrowprintingllc.com

ATD SOLUTIONS LLCJackie Kopp6521 Citation Dr., Ste. 100Clarkston, MI 48346(248) 620-1177www.atdsolutions.com

BOSTON MARKET*David Ballew5160 Highland Rd.Waterford, MI 48327(248) 674-8867www.bostonmarket.com

CABINET CREATIONS, INC.Ron Allcorn5740 Williams Lake Rd.Waterford, MI 48329(248) 618-3332www.cabinetcreations.net

CAMP - R - CRUISEJohn Brouillard4679 Dixie Hwy.Waterford, MI 48329(248) 673-4400www.camp-r-cruise.com

CISLO TITLE COMPANYMichele Probe8273 S. SaginawGrand Blanc, MI 48439(810) 553-6141

CJ'S BREWING COMPANYChristine Burnsfield8115 Richardson Rd.Commerce, MI 48390(248) 301-5104www.cjsbrewery.com

CLARKSTON PAPERJohn Mervenne7824 Andersonville Rd.Clarkston, MI 48346(248) 241-6472www.clarkstonpaper.com

COLOR STREET NAILS*Nikki BenningWaterford, MI 48357(248) 894-1039www.mycolorstreak.com/nikkisfabnails

COMCAST BUSINESSKaren Ropotos10051 E. Highland Rd., Ste. 41Howell, MI 48843(248) 762-5872www.business.comcast.com

COMPANY FOLDERS, INC.Vladimir Gendelman22 W. Huron St., Ste. 203Pontiac, MI 48342(248) 738-7600www.companyfolders.com

COSTCO – BLOOMFIELD HILLSChristine Broadus2343 S. TelegraphBloomfield Twp, MI 48302(248) 836-1601www.costco.com

COTTAGE INN PIZZAAndrew Manning47 S. Cass Lake Rd.Waterford, MI 48328(248) 682-8700www.cottageinn.com/pizza/waterford

CYGNET FINANCIAL FREEDOMHOUSETed Lakkides, CFP4139 W. Walton Blvd., Ste. DWaterford, MI 48329(248) 673-2900www.financialfreedomhouse.com

DC BUTLER*Joe Tison6434 S. Dort Hwy., Ste. 9Grand Blanc, MI 48439(810) 603-7223www.mydcbutler.com

ED ROY'S COMPLETE AUTOEd Roy5272 Dixie Hwy.Waterford, MI 48329(248) 623-8489www.edroys.twi.ezytire.com

EDUCATIUS INTERNATIONALHeather Roberts50 Congress St.Boston, MA 02109(617) 292-0035www.educatius.org

ELIZABETH LAKE ESTATESKathy Samarripa5278 Rosamond Ln.Waterford, MI 48327(248) 682-1414www.liveatelizabethlakeestates.com

FOCAL POINT BUSINESSCOACHING & TRAININGStephen Doyle Jr.Clarkston, MI 48348(248) 605-2199www.stephendoyle.focalpointcoaching.com

H & R BLOCKMatt Taylor5318 Dixie Hwy.Waterford, MI 48329(248) 623-1606www.hrblock.com

HALLMANN ADVISORS CPA &FINANCIAL SERVICESWilliam P. Hallmann, CPA5710 Bella Rose Blvd., Ste. 200Clarkston, MI 48348(248) 625-2727www.hallmanncpa.com

HEROES BAR-BQ & BREWTim Nick998 W. Huron St.Waterford, MI 48328(248) 683-9900www.heroesbarbeque.com

HOFFMAN NURSERY &LANDSCAPINGRobert J Hoffman1255 S. Hospital Rd.Waterford, MI 48327(248) 363-0340

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITESOF WATERFORDGeorge Kalabat4350 Pontiac Lake Rd.Waterford, MI 48328(248) 674-3434www.holidayinn.com

IMPRESSIVE PRINTNG &PROMOTIONS, LLCMarc Cooper5746 Williams Lake Rd.Waterford, MI 48329(248) 673-1020www.impressiveprintpro.com

JOHN JAMES FOR SENATE*Jackson Gross17336 N. Laurel Park Dr.Livonia, MI 48152(248) 876-4790www.johnjamesforsenate.com

LEGALSHIELD AND ID SHIELDCarol CompagnoniDavisburg, MI 48350(248) 420-3126www.ccompagnoni.legalshieldassociate.com

LittLe CaesarsBob angona5961 Highland Rd.Waterford, MI 48327(248) 674-0472www.littlecaesars.com

MACY INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.Michael Macy4089 W. Walton Blvd., Ste. AWaterford, MI 48329(248) 673-7320www.macyagency.com

MCCOURT'S MUSICALINSTRUMENTSMark Campbell3040 Sashabaw Rd.Waterford, MI 48329(248) 673-7500www.mccourtsmusic.com

NJ DEDECKER LANDSCAPESERVICESNorm DeDeckerClarkston, MI 48346(248) 850-3364www.njdedecker.com

OLDE MILL INNTimothy Birtsas5835 Dixie Hwy.Clarkston, MI 48346(248) 623-0300www.oldemillinnofclarkston.com

PALM SPRINGS TANNINGCara Simms5660 Dixie Hwy., Ste. 3Waterford, MI 48329(248) 623-1700www.facebook.com/palmspringstanning

PARKERS HILLTOP BREWERYRobin Kessman6110 Dixie HighwayClarkston, MI 48346(248) 383-8444www.hilltopbrew.com

PETRUSHA & SONS AUTORob Petrusha2329 Airport Rd.Waterford, MI 48327(248) 666-4144

PONTIAC GENERAL HOSPITALMarcia Feighner461 W. Huron St.Pontiac, MI 48341(248) 857-7519www.pontiacgeneral.com

PRINTWAND, INC.Vladimir Gendelman22 W. Huron St., Ste. 200Pontiac, MI 48342(248) 738-7225www.printwand.com

SCHEA VAN LINES/SILVERBACKMOVING INC.James Schea5722 Williams Lake Rd.Waterford, MI 48329(248) 835-4214www.silverbackmoving.com

SPARTAN PAVINGJohnny Stevenson2300 Dixie HighwayWaterford, MI 48328(248) 625-1575www.spartanpaving.com

TARA ONDUSKY; CHANGEEMPOWERMENT COACHTara Ondusky5119 Highland Rd., Ste. 204Waterford, MI 48327(248) 770-0637www.tjocoaching.com

the DanCe PLaCe LtDstacey Manzanares7544 Highland Rd.Waterford, MI 48327(248) 666-9929www.danceplaceltd.com

U.S. POSTAL SERVICEMark Jewell5340 Highland Rd.Waterford, MI 48327(248) 673-2672www.usps.com

UNCLE BUCK'S PARTY RENTAL,INC.Paula Phaneuf3160 Haggerty Rd., Ste. QWest Bloomfield, MI 48323(248) 666-5432www.unclebucksparty.com

WALTON LIQUOR STORERon Habba4120 W. WaltonWaterford, MI 48329(248) 618-9600www.facebook.com/Watonliquorstore

WATERFORD INSURANCEAGENCYRichard Berkfield2625 Pontiac Lake Rd.Waterford, MI 48328(248) 682-0044www.berkfield.com

WATERFORD LITTLE LEAGUETamara Campbell1150 Scott Lake Rd., Ste. 7Waterford, MI 48328(248) 599-2955www.waterfordlittleleague.com

WATERFORD YOUTHASSISTANCEStacy Williams5640 Williams Lake Rd., Ste. 201Waterford, MI 48329(248) 618-7383www.waterfordyouthassistance.com

We appreciate your generous support!Please do business with fellow chamber members when looking for products and services.

NEW AND RENEWING MEMBERSMAY ISSUE 2018


DMC Huron Valley-Sinai HospitalIn Commerce Receives

Excellence Award from theEconomic Alliance for Michigan

The Economic Alliance for Michigan

(EAM) presented the Excellence Award

for Hospital Patient Safety to DMC Huron

Valley-Sinai Hospital recognizing the

hospital for consistently performing with

high marks and improvements in patient safety and quality of care.

Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital was one of eight Michigan hospitals to

receive the award in 2018, and among only three hospitals to have

earned the EAM’s Excellence Award every year since its inception.

Huron Valley-Sinai CEO, Karima Bentounsi, accepted the award from

EAM President, Bret Jackson.

Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital is a full-service, 158-bed community

hospital founded in 1986 to serve Northern and Western Oakland

County. Other awards it has recently received include an “A” rating

in The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2017 Safety Score, which also

demonstrated the hospital’s commitment to delivering safe, high-

quality patient care, and recognition in 2017 by the US News & World

Report as a Best Hospital in Heart Failure, Hip Replacement, and

COPD. HVSH is also a Magnet status hospital.

About the Economic Alliance for Michigan: Founded in 1982,

the EAM is comprised of businesses and unions working together

with one clear objective – continued growth of Michigan’s economy

by inspiring job growth and strengthen Michigan’s competitiveness

for attracting companies and talent. A main objective of the EAM is

bringing attention to lawmakers and the public about the rising health

care costs and its effect on the economy.

About DMC Huron Valley-SinaiHospital: DMC Huron Valley-Sinai

Hospital is one of eight

hospitals/institutes composing the

Detroit Medical Center. Huron

Valley-Sinai Hospital is a full-

service community teaching

hospital with 158 licensed beds,

including 6 pediatric beds in a

partnership with Children’s Hospital of Michigan. Huron Valley-Sinai

Hospital features the Harris Birthing Center, a regional specialty

center, the Charach Cancer Treatment Center, the Krieger Center for

senior adults, surgical suites, cardiac services, and comprehensive

inpatient and outpatient diagnostic care. The hospital's emergency

center treats more than 33,000 patients each year. Cardiology

services include all surgical procedures except transplant, with four

cardiac catheter labs available. Orthopaedics and oncology are also

core service lines, with on-site radiation oncology services and a

chemotherapy/infusion clinic. Obstetrics care includes high-risk

pregnancy management, maternal/fetal medicine, and complete

labor and delivery services. Critical care units treat cardiac, surgical,

trauma, and medical cases.

Ambassador of the Month

Renee Doyle BusinessDevelopment, Birmingham

Bloomfield Credit UnionRenee Doyle holds the Business

Development position at the Waterford

branch of Birmingham Bloomfield Credit

Union. The credit union was formed in

1931 by a group of teachers with a common goal of helping

each other make smart decisions about their finances. Over

the past 87 years the credit unions philosophy remains the

same. The member owned, not for profit, financial cooperative

still encourages our members to save and offers loans at

competitive low interest rates.

Renee works with our community membership in promoting

these ideals. On a daily basis she may offer new accounts

and services tailored to the needs of each individual member.

The credit union offers an array of services including but not

limited to multiple types of savings and investment accounts,

checking accounts, online banking with bill pay capabilities.

We offer many lending services from unsecured signature

loans, new and used auto loans, multiple types of RV loans

and Visa credit cards. Our current focus this quarter is our

Home Equity Line of Credit Loans with a promotional rate of

1.99%. We also offer Single Advance Home Equities and

mortgage and student loan referrals.

Renee’s nearly 20 years of financial experience gives her the

knowledge to work with members to guide them through many

types of scenarios. These scenarios could potentially help

someone rebuild their credit or purchase their first automobile.

Renee’s passion along with business development for the

Waterford branch is our youth. Over the years she has taught

financial literary at all age levels, run multiple school branches

and coached her young members to the success of them

obtaining their first mortgage. Guiding and molding the youth at

a young age makes them better well equipped for the future.

Our Mission Statement is as profound today as it as 87 years

ago: “We strive to improve the financial lives of our membersthrough education, trust and innovative products and services.”

Birmingham Bloomfield CU continually evolves to meet the

needs of our members as they change. Renee can help you

with your personal financial needs.

Birmingham Bloomfield Credit Union is open to all people who

live, work, worship or attend

school in Oakland County.



At McLaren Oakland, our team of volunteers is very important to

us! We are looking for new volunteers that can give of themselves

at least four hours per week to join our team, particularly in the

following areas:

New oncology unit

Medical records

Clarkston and Pontiac emergency departments

Surgical services

Orthopedics unit

Critical care unit

Food and nutrition services

Cosmetology/beauty care services

Certified pet therapy dogs

Musicians/artists to work with cancer patients and families

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer but have questions,

you can also call the Volunteer Office at 248-338-5842. Howto apply: Visit mclaren.org/oakland

Scroll to the bottom and click “FOR VOLUNTEERS” on the right-

hand side. Click “Click here to become a Volunteer” and

complete the application. Upon receipt, your application will be

reviewed and if you meet all the requirements of our program,

including a criminal background check, you will be invited to

begin the orientation process.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!Apply at mclaren.org/oakland


Ribbon Cutting / Grand Opening

Sweetwater Entertainment

1450 S. Hospital Rd.

Waterford, MI 48327

248-779-7950 www.sweetwaterentertainment.com

“A good man saw an opportunity in a lonely building thathasn’t seen daylight in over 20 years. The man wanted tobring it back to life and enjoy its nostalgia with close friendsby opening its doors and letting music and laughter flowoutside its walls. This good man believes that the best part ofbeing human... is appreciating art! This theater is his presentto the people who love music as well as comedy.”


Family Fun Day onSkull Island

June 23rd from 11 to 4!

Skull Island will be hosting their Open House weekend June 2-3

from 1-4 p.m. But, for those who can’t make the Skull Island

open house weekend, have a smaller child who is too young for

the island, need a place for your child on a Saturday so you can

run errands or you simply want to see how a normal day on the

island operates...here's your chance to come and play!

The cost of this event is $35/child $10/adult with all of the

proceeds benefiting the Amber Webb Memorial Scholarship

Fund. Drop your child off for the day to run errands yourself or

come with your child and enjoy a snapshot of how Skull Island

operates camp each day. They start the day around the pirate

ship with morning rules and round up, play until 1, enjoy a lunch

buffet, treasure hunt with

prizes for the children.

Everyone can swim on their

giant floating water park,

enjoy kayaking, paddle

boating, fishing or simply

relax in the shade on one of

the island hammocks.

Whether you've always wanted to be a kid, come play like a kid

or just be with your little one so they can enjoy a day on the

island. It's all for a great cause. There will be continuous shuttles

to and from the island as needed every 15 minutes. To purchase

tickets or learn more about summer camp visit

www.skullislandcamp.com.

About the Amber Webb Memorial Scholarship

For those of you that don't

know Amber, she was a

beautiful spunky, feisty, smart

as a whip, 16 year old who

passed away from Ewing's

Sarcoma Cancer on December

6, 2014. Amber's father has

been one of Skull Island

owner’s, Mike Chapman, best friend from childhood. “Amber

was a part of our family growing up, pictured in between my

daughter's Miranda and Madison,” says Katherine Chipman.

Her father and Shannon set up a scholarship fund at Trenton

High School (where Amber would of graduated) in Amber's

memory. Education was one of Amber’s top priorities. All the

donations for this event will go to a few select graduating seniors

who have overcome difficulties in their lives and graduating from

high school.

Oakland CountySportsmen’s Club

Celebrate 75th Anniversary

This year marks the 75th Anniversary of the Oakland County

Sportsmen’s Club. This month club members, dignitaries and

community liaisons gathered to celebrate this monumental

milestone. Dignitaries presented proclamations and members

shared all of the wonderful opportunities they’ve experienced

throughout their years with the Sportsmen’s Club. From youth to

adulthood, the Sportsmens Club has so much to offer. Join them

for a fun filled open house celebration on the weekend of July 13.

State Rep. Jim Tedder presentsproclamation to club president,

Brad Jackson

Senator Mike Kowall presentsproclamation.

(Past Presidents Pose for photo) Back Row: Dan Stiff, Herman Pennartz,Tom Davies, Jerome Morlewski, Burt Kovacs, William Meyer

Front Row: Terry Ondusky, Jerry Tiberg, Gary Mobley, Tim Ondusky.

Secretary of State Ruth John-son and club president

Emcee Ron Gerschaw Sheriff Mike Bouchard and Brad Oakland County CommissionerEileen Kowall and Brad

Steve & Tony Millershare childhood memories

Bill & Suzette Hallmann, Nikki Tippet, Marie Hauswirth,Joe & Kristine Miller enjoy the evening

Welcome to May!

I always enjoy the month of May. Happy

Mother's Day to all of the mothers! May your

day be filled with love, joy and happiness. I

would like to share a quote from Abraham

Lincoln, "All that I am or hope to be, I owe to

my mother." In today's hurried world, we

sometimes forget to thank all of the important people in our lives

including our mothers.

Please remember to check out the membership directory on the

Chamber website when looking for your Mother's Day gifts. We have

some great events coming up! Don't forget to attend the upcoming

Perking Ups, After Hours and new business ribbon cuttings.

If you are able to attend I highly recommend the Waterford

Business Recognition breakfast on May 18. It is a time to

recognize and celebrate our fellow business owners for their

tremendous success.

Thank you for all that you do!

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