Thank you to our year long sponsors!
Business After 5
Business After 5 is a monthly event held by the Chamber of Commerce at different Chamber businesses. This event is a great way to network with fellow community members and enjoy a fun night with food and drinks provided! Business After 5 events are free for members and non-members of the Sault Area Chamber of Commerce. If you are a Chamber member, ask about availability to host a Business After 5 at your establishment! Not a Chamber member, but want to host? Join the Chamber today! This is fantastic exposure for your business and just one of many membership benefits!
coming up:
Ambassador of the Month
brad bisdorf
This month we are recognizing Brad Bisdorf! Brad joined the Chamber Ambassadors in 2019 and it's been a pleasure working with him ever since. Learn more about Brad here:
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Brad is a Sault Ste. Marie native, graduating high school at Sault Area High School in 2010. He then went on to attend Lake Superior State University, majoring in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, earning his bachelor's degree in 2017. With a knack for numbers, Brad began his career in finance at Chippewa Country Credit Union in 2018. He is now the Vice President of Finance for U.P State Credit Union (formerly Chippewa County Credit Union). Brad brings his outgoing personality with light-hearted humor to our Ambassador club, and we enjoy meeting with him and exchanging ideas on how to better serve our community!
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Brad's Business Contact Information:
U.P State Credit Union
402 W. Spruce St.
Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
Phone: 906-632-3134
Email: bbisdorf@upscu.com
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member of the month
das gift haus
305 W. Portage Ave
Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
Phone: 906-632-0454
Email: bteinc@lighthouse.net
Website: dasgifthaus.com
Das is a local, family-run gift shop offering a wide selection of gifts, souvenirs, and novelty items. Founded in 1971, the business has three locations throughout the Upper Peninsula, one in Sault Ste. Marie, one in St. Ignace, and one in Munising. Currently, Das is headed by general manager, Raymond Bell, who is the third generation in his family to run the gift shop. He is proud to carry on the family business by offering tourists and local shoppers a great selection of souvenirs, gifts, novelty items, and more.
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Leadership Program
The Sault Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program is designed to bring a group of diverse individuals together to undergo a series of educational sessions where they will become knowledgeable on topics that impact and define our community. These individuals are recognized as potential leaders in the community and will be equipped with information, resources and relationships to help shape the future of the Sault Ste. Marie area. Applicants will be selected on the basis of community involvement, career background, work experience, motivation, attitude and leadership potential.
Program schedule
The 2025-26 Leadership Program has been filled! stay tuned to apply for 2026-27
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Wednesday, May 8 - Orientation
Wednesday, June 12 – Government
Wednesday, July 10 – Education
Wednesday, August 14 – Legal System
Wednesday, September 11– Business Planning
Wednesday, October 9 – Economic Development
Wednesday, November 13 – Media
Wednesday, December 11 – Healthcare
Wednesday, January 8 – Wrap Up/Development plan
One of our many membership benefits is a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for your new business or new location! Chamber Board Members and Ambassadors will be there to support your business and provide great exposure. So, how do you schedule a ribbon cutting ceremony? Join the Chamber! Let us go to work setting up your new business for success in the community.
informational brochures
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