Industry Outlook: Strategic Advocacy

Clockwise from top left: CACC members enjoyed the refreshments provided by Vision Investment Partners and the networking that always takes place at a Chamber event. Check-in was easy for this free-to-member event. Sandiha Wine was provided at a generous open bar. L to R: Moderator Kevin Jappaya, panelist Brian Calley, CACC president Martin Manna, and panelist Jim Holcomb. Guests mingled and networked before the program began. L to R: Citizens State Bank’s president Dan Fischer, host Kevin Denha of Vision Investment Partners, Rana Adou and Adiana Saputa, both from Citizen’s State Bank.

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Nearly 90 CACC members shared an insightful evening at the Chaldean American Chamber’s Industry Outlook event on March 20. The event, hosted by Vision Investment Partners, provided attendees the opportunity to gain valuable insights into the world of strategic advocacy.

This special discussion was moderated by Kevin Jappaya, president of KJ Commercial Real Estate Advisors and Vice Chairman of the CACC board of directors. Panelists were Jim Holcomb, President & CEO of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, and Brian Calley, President of the Small Business Association of Michigan. Both industry leaders shared their expertise on the current landscape of business advocacy and the importance of effective strategic communication in advancing legislative and regulatory goals. As Michigan’s business climate continues to evolve, understanding how to navigate the advocacy landscape is more important than ever.