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We are the largest business organization in the tri-county region, serving a business population of more than 14,000 companies. We are dedicated to making business in this region more prosperous.

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Nonprofits are Taking Care of Business

Nonprofits are often referred to as the “third economy” because of their financial prominence. In addition to the enormous contribution that Michigan’s charitable organizations make in assisting citizens in need and tackling some of our most challenging societal issues, nonprofits provide vital economic support to the state’s economy.

Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Urges Adoption of City of Lansing Financial Health Team Recommendations

The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) is urging Mayor Virg Bernero and the Lansing City Council to take tough action and implement recommendations recently advanced by a panel of business leaders that studied the city’s financial position. The LRCC call-to-action was made following an April 19 meeting between business leaders, Mayor Bernero and members of the Mayor’s Financial Health Team (FHT).

Get Involved in Your Community

The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) encourages you to make a difference in your community by running for office or serving on a volunteer board.

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June 2013 FOCUS

Nonprofits are Taking Care of Buiness

Nonprofits are often referred to as the “third economy” because of their financial prominence. In addition to the enormous contribution that Michigan’s charitable organizations make in assisting citizens in need and tackling some of our most challenging societal issues, nonprofits provide vital economic support to the state’s economy.
May FOCUS Magazine

We love our festivals in Greater Lansing. During the course of the year, our communities celebrate with music, arts, crafts, and color cruises. We celebrate our rich ethnic heritage, life in the city, and the frontier of the Wild West. We have festivals to celebrate all forms of transportation, including cars, boats, horses and bath tubs. What would festivals be without eating? We have festivals that offer foods from over 100 countries, and domestic favorites including chili, maple syrup and pancakes, and yes, even gizzards!
April 2013 FOCUS
March 2013 FOCUS

From its opening in 1937, operating out of a desk drawer in the Michigan State University Administration building, to the recent construction of a LEED® Gold certified headquarters on West Road in East Lansing, MSUFCU has grown to become the largest university-based credit union in the world. With more than 170,000 members and $2.3 billion in assets, MSUFCU is now the 53rd largest out of 7,011 credit unions in the United States.
February 2013 FOCUS

Benjamin Franklin was credited with the saying, “Out of adversity comes opportunity.” For Chad Jordan, the adversity started in 2004 when he lost his job. In many ways, it was a blessing in disguise because it was a job that Chad didn’t care for all that much.
January 2013 FOCUS

I’m sure you have noticed that the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce decided to kick-off the New Year with a new look for FOCUS magazine. We think the attractive new FOCUS will continue to be a must-read with members of our organization and something you’ll want to keep around the office as a resource for yourself, employees, clients and visitors.
December 2012 FOCUS Magazine

It is because of Stella Cash’s vast professional achievements, her passion for helping people – particularly as a role model and mentor to women – and her deep commitment to the community that she was selected as the 2012 recipient of the ATHENA Award. It’s an honor that those who know Stella say could not be bestowed on a more deserving individual.
November 2012 FOCUS

2012 Celebration of Regional Growth: Leaders in the 21st Century Economy

The 2012 CORG honorees are not only deserving, but they reflect a rich diversity of market sectors contributing to the 21st century economy of the Greater Lansing region. They represent large and small businesses, energy and infrastructure, technology, research and development, arts and culture and high-tech manufacturing.
October 2012 FOCUS

The Changing Face of the Capitol Caucus

The 2012 election will result in a significant change in the Capitol Caucus, as term limits will end the legislative tenures of veteran State Representatives Mark Meadows, Joan Bauer, Barb Byrum and Paul Opsommer. The turnover represents an opportunity in which the four newcomers to the delegation will join with seven incumbent lawmakers to work on a number of issues that are critical to the region.
September 2012 FOCUS

The Broad Art Museum - Transforming the Face of MSU and the Region

Still two months before its November 9 grand opening, it is already obvious that the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum will have a transformational impact on Michigan State University and the Greater Lansing region.
August 2012 FOCUS

Fostering Entrepreneurial Spirit
July FOCUS 2012

Greater Lansing Goes Global