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Lake Time Brewing & Spirits Wins Gold at 2025 Great American Beer Festival
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Nancy Kiernan Bridgman CGA Director 269-285-2152 NKiernan@BridgmanCGA.org Lake Time Brewing & Spirits Wins Gold at 2025 Great American Beer Festival December 18, 2025 Bridgman, Michigan – The Greater Bridgman Area Chamber & Growth Alliance is thrilled to congratulate Lake Time Brewing & Spirits on earning a gold medal at the prestigious Great American Beer Festival (GABF) 2025 for its beer Astronaut Sauce in the “American Belgo-Style Ale”
Havlicek Appointed to Statewide Tax and Competitiveness Committee
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber 269-932-4042 info@smrchamber.com Havlicek Appointed to Statewide Tax and Competitiveness Committee Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber CEO to Represent Regional Business Interests in Michigan Chamber Policy Deliberations ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber announced that President and CEO Arthur Havlicek has been appointed to the Michigan Chamber of Commerce’s Tax
Village of Baroda Announces “Countdown on First Street”, A Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Celebration in the Heart of Downtown
The Village of Baroda is thrilled to announce the inaugural “Countdown on First Street”, a brand-new community-wide New Year’s Eve celebration taking place on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in downtown Baroda. This first-ever, family-friendly event will bring neighbors, families, and visitors together for an evening of music, local flavors, winter activities, and a shared countdown as we welcome 2026 in true small-town style. The debut event highlights the vibrancy and collaboration within Baroda’s
Attention Is the New Currency: Smart Ways Small Brands Earn It and Keep It
Modern consumers scroll fast, decide faster, and remember little — unless you give them a reason to stop. For startups and small businesses, that means every second of attention must count. This guide unpacks practical, non-gimmicky strategies to attract, convert, and retain time-pressed customers while building long-term trust. TL;DR If you only have 30 seconds: Lead with clarity and empathy, not complexity. Make your first impression friction-free — one click, one message, one
St. Joseph, MI Businesses: How to Respond to the CTA, BOI and FinCEN Now
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines
Regional Chamber’s HYPE Pitch Competition Fuels Dreams for Young Entrepreneurs
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Arthur Havlicek President & CEO info@smrchamber.com 269-932-4042 Regional Chamber’s HYPE Pitch Competition Fuels Dreams for Young Entrepreneurs November 21, 2024 Stevensville, MI – Southwest Michigan’s brightest entrepreneurial talent gathered at the Watermark Solarium last night for the debut of HYPE – Highlighting Young Professional Excellence. Hosted by the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber in partnership with the Emerge Innovation Hub, this dynamic
