2021-11-15T08:39:27-08:00 2020-12-31 381944367 Derderian Kann Seyferth & Salucci PC 3001 West Big Beaver Suite 700 Troy MI 48084 990EZ 2020-01-01 382561920 THE GREATER BERKLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GREA 2484149157 P O BOX 72-1253 BERKLEY MI 48072 TIM MURAD Director 2021-11-10 true TIM MURAD 999009999 JEAN M STENGER CPA P01289798 2486493400 2 AAL1 IAL1 FAL1 2020 2022-09-23 18:48:47Z X X X N/A X X 133048 X 75000 29473 28575 0 0 0 0 133048 984 1154 101740 103878 29170 41595 70765 X 40309 68002 1286 2780 41595 70782 17 41595 70765 The Greater Berkley Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the general welfare and prosperity of the Greater Berkley Area so that all areas of its business community shall prosper. All necessary means of promotion shall be provided and particular attention and emphasis shall be given to economic, civic, commercial, cultural, industrial and educational interests of the area. State of the Cities This annual event celebrates the Best of Berkley Business honorees, and the accomplishments of the Berkley Chamber, Berkley DDA, Berkley School District and the cities of Berkley and Huntington Woods. It gives another chance to spotlight why people should do business in Berkley. State of the Cities was held virtually in 2020.Berkley U Series These quarterly events showcase topics which help businesses grow and are presented by industry experts. The goal is to feature the latest trends, techniques, and strategies that will give our members an edge in the competitive, local business landscape. In 2020, two Berkley U Series were held, one in person and one virtually providing topics to help businesses survive in 2020. Chamber Chats/Blenders/Midday Meet-ups/Holiday Party Networking events where a member hosts at their location. Helps businesspeople connect with each other to support each others businesses. Chamber Chats were held monthly, hosted in person January and February and then virtually April through November, giving businesspeople a chance to connect with each other and support each other. Other networking meetings included Mid-day meetups at local restaurants in the beginning of 2020.Berkley Local Podcast Produces a monthly podcast show spotlighting businesses in Berkley, Oak Park and Huntington Woods. This is another way we help draw attention to local businesses with the hope that business increases for local Chamber members.During 2020, PPE items were purchased including masks, gloves, sanitizer and disinfectant and distributed it to member businesses free of charge helping those small businesses who were struggling due to COVID-19 restrictions to have less expenses. Offers promotional opportunities at discounted rates or are free to members to promote their business including every door postcard, Berkley Huntington Woods City Guide, Welcome to the Neighborhood packets, Welcome Back to School Packets. Increased the promotion of local businesses through social media. All of these targeted pieces encourage Berkley and Huntington Woods residents to shop and dine locally. Organized ribbon cuttings for new businesses in Berkley and then posted pictures on social media to promote and bring attention to the new businesses. Weekly E-newsletter goes out to members about business and community events, member news and other updates that will help businesses do business in Berkley while also promoting local chamber member businesses. A monthly email also goes to community members spotlighting upcoming events and promoting local businesses. NICOLE MILLER President 2.00 0 DR NICK NOVAKOSKI Vice President 1.00 0 TAMARA POWELL Treasurer 2.00 0 JOE MULHERON Secretary 1.00 0 KATIE KUTSCHER Director 1.00 0 RANDY TRAVIS Director 1.00 0 ADAM CARBECK Director 1.00 0 CHANNING PRITCHETT Director 1.00 0 LISA HOWARD Director 1.00 0 TIM MURAD Director 1.00 0 STEPHEN JOHNSON Director 2.00 0 DARLENE ROTHMAN Executive Dir. 20.00 0 false false false false false false false 0 0 0 0 0 false ROSEANN NICOLAI PO BOX 71-1253 BERKLEY MI 48072 2484149157 false false false false false false false false NONE NONE Other Expenses.1001 Advertising and Promotion $3667 Other Expenses.1002 Office Expenses $19256 Other Expenses.1003 Information Technology $2577 Other Expenses.1012 Insurance $3116 Other Expenses.1 CONTRACTORS $51902 Other Expenses.2 PROGRAM EXPENSES $20672 Other Expenses.4 MEETING EXPENSES $520 Other Expenses.5 LICENSE AND FEES $30 Other Assets.1005 Accounts Receivable - Beginning $1286 Accounts Receivable - Ending $2780 Total Liabilities.1001 Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses - Beginning $0 Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses - Ending $17