Morning Edition October 20, 2010

Held monthly, this lively morning program is designed to keep members up-to-date on community issues. (January-June, September-November)

Host:

Russ Collins, Executive Director of the Michigan Theater
Russ hosts this dynamic program designed by the Chamber. The purpose of this event is to keep members informed and up-to-date on vital local issues and offer an opportunity to network with fellow Chamber members.



Speakers:

Mark Ouimet, Washtenaw County Commissioner

Working his entire life for the betterment of his community he is a former banker, businessman and university Chancellor. In politics Mark has served on City Council and Washtenaw County Commission.

Sean Reed, Executive Director, Clean Energy Coalition

Founder and Executive Director of the Clean Energy Coalition, Sean worked as an Energy Analyst for the City of Ann Arbor and lectures frequently on the topic of energy efficiency at statewide conferences

Wendy Brightman, Managing Director, Ele's Place

Ele’s Place is a nonprofit, community-based organization that creates awareness of and support for grieving children and their families. It helps grieving children at risk of developing negative behaviors.

Mike Finney, President & CEO, Ann Arbor SPARK

During the Big Chill hockey game on December 11, SPARK will host the Accelerate Michigan Innovation Competition – a business plan competition spotlighting SE Michigan's entrepreneurial ecosystem

Derek Mehraban, CEO, Ingenex Digital Marketing

A husband, father, entrepreneur and blogger, Derek Mehraban is an expert in the future of communications, he runs LA2M (Lunch Ann Arbor Marketing) and teaches future leaders in digital marketing.

Register at http://wwww.a2ychamber.org

Official Website: http://a2ychamber.org