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About Us

Who We Are

The Benzie County Chamber of Commerce is a public-private partnership working alongside the Benzie County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) to grow opportunity across our county. We're here for our members first: the small business owners, entrepreneurs, and local employers whose success is Benzie County's success. Whether that means making connections, opening doors, or simply being a champion in your corner, our job is to help you thrive.

Our work extends beyond the county line. We advocate for Benzie County in Lansing, making sure the voices of our businesses and communities are heard where decisions get made. We also build partnerships across the region, working with neighboring chambers, economic development organizations, and state agencies to bring resources, funding, and opportunity home to Benzie County.

We do this work with deep respect for what makes Benzie County worth investing in: our natural spaces and our vibrant, tight-knit communities. Growth here means strengthening what's already special, so this place stays somewhere people want to live, work, and do business for generations to come.

Our Goals

  • Support and retain local businesses
  • Attract new investment and talent
  • Expand infrastructure and housing capacity
  • Build a sustainable foundation for future growth

Our aim is to preserve what makes Benzie special while creating opportunities for residents, businesses, and future generations. We are committed to engaging with community members and business leaders to shape a shared vision and secure the resources needed to make that vision a reality.

Our Mission

To foster, support, and represent our robust business community, while improving social and economic development in the Benzie Area.

Our Vision

We are an economic development organization working to build a more prosperous Benzie County by supporting our local businesses, governments, and public services.

Our Team

Executive Director Jon Willow
Jon Willow, Executive Director
Jen-Kruch
Jen Kruch, Administrative & Program Assistant
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