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:
No Event in December
Ambassador of the Month
travis johnson
This month we are recognizing one of our newest members of the Ambassador Club, Travis Johnson! Travis has been a Chamber Ambassador for one year and so far it's been such a pleasure getting to know him!
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Here's a little more about Travis:
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“I am excited to be chosen for the Ambassador of the Month. I have been an Ambassador for a year and have enjoyed going to Business After 5 events and ribbon cuttings. I have lived in the Upper Peninsula all my life, growing up in Rudyard and settling in the Sault after 4 years in Marquette for college. I am married and we have one son and one daughter and a dog that is just as spoiled as my kids. Since college I have worked at Walmart, which I took as a temporary job until I could get into my career field, but as I continued to get promoted and delve into the various opportunities Walmart offered, it has become a career. I have really enjoyed volunteering in the community through Walmart and personally and jumped at the opportunity to become an ambassador with the Chamber.”
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Travis's Business Contact Information:
Walmart Sault Ste. Marie, MI
3763 I-75 Business Spur
Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
Phone: 906-632-0572
Email: trj0045.s01936.us@wal-mart.com
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member of the month
guido's premium pizza
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
2673 Ashmun St.
Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
Phone: 906-635-0066
Email: guidosoo@lighthouse.net
Website: guidospizzasault.com
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Guido's of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan opened August 17, 2003. Guido's prides itself on excellent customer service, BIG portions, and extended delivery to 9 mile road.
Since opening day, Guido's has donated thousands of dollars to local charities, school functions and community organizations. On the local level we bring in children from schools to participate in a field trip to the restaurant where the kids can learn about the business and make their own personal pizzas. Our location was selected in 2010 as Guido's Franchise of the Year and was nominated for Business of the Year in Sault Ste. Marie in 2011. Guido’s offers deep dish, hand tossed and thin crusts plus two distinctly delectable sauces: Original Recipe or Spicy Fire Roasted. Build your own pizza or choose from a menu of Signature Specialty Pizzas including the award-winning Hawaiian and BBQ Chicken pizzas.
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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
The 2025-26 Leadership Program has been filled! stay tuned to apply for 2026-27
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
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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