Member Spotlight: Bay Logistics

Bay Logistics is a premier provider of supply chain management services, and operates a network of Distribution Centers throughout the US, Canada and Mexico.

Services include:

• Warehousing – Inbound Materials/Finished Goods
• Inventory Management
• Radio Frequency Warehouse Management Systems (LOGISTICPARTNERS)
• Distribution & Transportation (Martin Transportation Systems)

• Packaging
• Repacking
• Sequencing
• Bulk Metering
• Quality Inspections
• Sorting and Rework
• Dunnage Management
• Railroad Transloading
• Bulk Transfers
• Subassembly
• Labeling
• Kitting
• Cross Dock Operations
• Order Fulfillment
• Pick and Pack
• Specialized Material Handling Equipment
• Foreign Trade Zone Services (Cashing in on a Foreign Trade Zone)

• Storage Trailer Rentals
• Consulting
• Freight Management
• Liquid Flammable HAZMAT storage

Our local 229,000 square foot Ypsilanti Distribution Center is located at 715 Norris Street across the street from the Corner Brewery. We are proud members of the a2y Chamber of Commerce. Sister-companies Martin Transportation Systems (Truckload services) and Bay/MPS (ISO-certified Quality Inspection Company) allow us to seamlessly handle all of our client’s supply chain management needs.

WE RENT, LEASE AND SELL STORAGE TRAILERS!!!

For a tour of our facility, or for more information, please contact Kurt @ 231-578-7989.

Member Spotlight: Les Go Social Media Marketing and Training

Leslie-McGrawLeslie McGraw, Owner and Founder of Les Go Social Media Marketing and Training, is a social entrepreneur with expertise in social media marketing and content management systems, volunteer coordination and writing and 13 years of experience in the areas of online community management, training, leadership development, and social networking sites.

Leslie has her Bachelors of Science degree in Business Management from University of Phoenix and received specialized training in journalism, website content creation and management and database design and management from Washtenaw Community College, Eastern Michigan University, and the University of Michigan.

Leslie’s recognition and awards include The Leaven Center’s Eleanor S. Morrison Scholarship for Creative Writing for Social Justice, 2007 and the University of Michigan’s (U of M) Distinguished Diversity Leaders Award 2008 and 2009 (as part of the Women of Color Taskforce). Her diverse background and people skills will help anyone, regardless of digital literacy level, connect with social media to help meet their goals.

Leslie says,

“The True Story of Success is not about the big stuff,” says Leslie. “It’s the daily choice to increase your current position by leveraging the experience and strengths you already have AND allowing yourself to see your life and the things around you with fresh eyes.”

Member Spotlight: Comprehensive Payroll Company

With CPC providing the solution you have a Partner for Your Enterprises’ – Human Solutions.

Cloud Served: •State of the Art •Fully Scalable •Managed •Secure

All In One Payroll/HRIS Solution – Grow Your Enterprise anywhere in the United States.
•Wage and Tax direct report in thousands of taxing jurisdictions.
•Important HRIS Solutions – Use these tools to help guide the Human Element of Your
Enterprise.
•Employee Self Service Portal – Employees access to their pay records and an array of HR
information you want to share with them.

Pay Day Solutions
•Paperless: Direct Deposit and Visa – Pay Day Debit Cards Solutions
•Printed: Check, Auto Signed, Printed Folded, Delivery Options
Human Resource Information Suite: Tools to help the Human Element of Your Enterprise.
Employee Self Service Portal – Colleagues access pay records and any HR information you want to share with them: Benefit Enrollment, Handbooks, Company Policies…

On-Boarding Solutions:
•Paperless Application and On-Boarding Solution
•CPC – Social Security Number Verification Service
•Instant Background Checks

Time and Labor Management Solutions
•Hardware – Swipe or Bio-Metric -Web Entry -Call In -Mobile Apps
Your Enterprise – Custom built Time and Labor Management Solution

401k Recordkeeping
Pay As You Go Workers Compensation Insurance
General Ledger Reporting

www.cpayrollco.com/a2y
800.380.6808

 

Member Spotlight: KeyBank


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Jason Bierlein is a Senior Banker on KeyBank’s Commercial Banking Team in Ann Arbor, Michigan. KeyBank, as the 19th largest financial institution in the country, has 10 retail branches in the greater Ann Arbor area. It is through this delivery channel that Jason manages a Commercial Banking portfolio with approximately $220 million in loans to 30 commercial clients. During his career in banking, Jason is known to have a strong work ethic, passion for finding the right solutions for his clients, and has been proven to deliver results.

As part of his daily responsibilities, Jason assists his clients in their efforts to obtain credit, implement treasury management solutions, procure leases, and with their general depository needs. He also acts as a facilitator to other services provided by KeyBank that include: foreign exchange solutions, financial and commodity derivatives, payment solutions, and Capital Market engagements. All of these activities are performed in an effort to enhance the financial performance and capacity of his clients while creating efficiency in their financial activities.

Jason Bierlein has been working in the Commercial Banking field for over 17 years and has held his current role at KeyBank since 2007. He also currently serves on the Board of the Risk Management Association and held the position of President for the State of Michigan from 2009 to 2011.

Jason and his wife Heather live locally with their two children, Paige and Derek.

Member Spotlight: Wright Brand Pet Supplies

Wright Brand Pet Supplies is located at 1145 W. Michigan Ave, in Ypsilanti.
Hours of operation are Mon-Fri 10-8pm, Sat. 9-4pm, Sun. 11-4pm

Wright Brand Pet Supplies is an all natural pet food store that specialized in all natural
Pet food and treats. We are very proud of the products we carry. Most of the dog treats we carry are made right here in Michigan. The products we carry do not contain by-products, corn, wheat or soy. We will not carry any food or treats from China. Our wide variety of foods and treats will help your furry friends with allergies and any medical conditions they might have. We strive to carry the best food for your pet.

We also have many dog and cat supplies along with supplies for fish and small animals.

We hold adoption events every Saturday with our local rescue groups. We also share the building with the Dawg House, (a doggie daycare/boarding facility).

We provide $5.00 nail trims everyday. We also supply feed for chickens and horses as well.

We are your ONE STOP SHOP for all your pets needs

 

Member Spotlight: Stacey Washington

StaceyWashington1-(1)Stacey M. Washington has been practicing law in Michigan state and federal courts since 1987. She is currently an Ann Arbor based solo practitioner focusing on drunk driving and criminal defense. She has previously practiced in a number of other legal areas including labor and employment, alternative dispute resolution, family, and probate. Ms. Washington received both her bachelor’s and law degrees from Wayne State University. She has been a contributor to the Institute of Continuing Legal Education (“ICLE”) Deposition Skills and ADA/FMLA/Worker’s Compensation programs, Ave Maria School of Law Pathways to Law program, University of Michigan Law School oral argument competitions, and the Cooley Law School Professionalism in Action Roundtable. She is a past chair of the Washtenaw County Bar Association Solo and Small Firm Section. She is currently a member of the ICLE Criminal Law Advisory Board and an ICLE Community Champion. Ms. Washington is also Secretary of the Women Business Owners of Southeastern Michigan. In addition to serving the community and seeking justice, she is dedicated to finding and executing resolutions that are in the best interests of her clients. For more information, visit www.smwashingtonlaw.com or call (734) 929-9730.

Ypsilanti P.R.I.D.E. Spotlight: University Office Technologies

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At the Ypsilanti P.R.I.D.E Day on Saturday, May 18th, University Office Technologies participated to beautify the community. With almost 100% of employees in attendance, the company did an amazing job on the Ypsilanti Senior Center Rose Garden. In order to attract more participants from the company, University Office Technologies offered an incentive to its employees. If 10 people participated, they received one full vacation day. If 20 people volunteered, employees received two full days off work. In the end, the office reached their goal of two days off work.
Joe Green, Senior Account Manager at University Office Technologies, said the company hopes to not have to do the incentive again next year, but will if needed. The results were worth it. Everyone wants to give back to the community, but driving 30 to 40 miles to the area on a Saturday can be difficult.

While the employees received their reward, the real beneficiary was the Ypsilanti Senior Center. Stop by soon to check out the amazing work this crew did on the garden!

Member Spotlight: Mark Cory – FranNet of Michigan

Mark-For-SwiftFranchise Network (FranNet) is the nation’s oldest (since 1987) and most respected franchise consulting firm, and in 2010 and 2011 was ranked in the Inc. Magazine 500 List of fastest-growing private companies. FranNet offers consulting services on a no fee, no obligation basis. We work with over 100 franchise companies in various industries. Our approach is to profile our client utilizing our proprietary Franchise Assessment Tool, and then a face-to-face consultation in order to establish a Business Model based on individual preferences, personality, transferable skills, business/personal goals, and budget. We then recommend appropriate franchise concepts for them to investigate, and coach them through the research and decision process. We are solely focused on getting the client what they desire, with affordability and safety. FranNet is the ONLY group of franchise consultants who operate exclusively in their own protected territories, uniquely qualifying us to serve the people of our communities.

Mark Cory has owned the Michigan FranNet franchise since 2002. Helping clients to achieve their dreams of business ownership and an improved lifestyle is extremely rewarding to Mark. With a multitude of franchise opportunities to choose from, he seeks to match each client based on their interests, goals, and resources.

Member Spotlight: Clean Energy Coalition

Clean Energy Coalition is a non-profit organization that builds public/private partnerships to advance clean energy technologies and build healthier communities.

We help municipalities, businesses, and individuals understand the wide variety of opportunities for reducing dependency on fossil fuels and boosting energy efficiency. As practical, objective advisors, we develop projects and policies to help make sustainability goals a reality.

Since 2005, Clean Energy Coalition has implemented, managed, and evaluated cost-effective, market transformation projects and programs in the building and transportation sectors valued at more than $60 million. The organization was recognized for its environmental leadership with a 2012 Michigan Green Leader Award from Detroit Free Press and has been named one of Michigan’s 101 Best and Brightest Sustainable Companies™ for 2012. For information about Clean Energy Coalition, visit http://cec-mi.org

 

Member Spotlight: Kelly Klever Massage

kellyKleverThis past September Kelly Klever Massage had the Grand Opening of their new professional massage office on the West Side of Ann Arbor. Kelly Klever Massage offers both the unique experience of Therapeutic Medical Massage (relief of chronic and acute pain) and Relaxation Massage for individuals and corporations.


Individuals
can access services at Kelly Klever Massage’s professional office setting     where massages are customized to meet their needs.

Corporations are offered on-site massage to improve work/wellness balance. Massages are designed to enhance event marketing, corporate wellness opportunities, em
ployee reward programs, customer appreciation activities and more.

Kelly Klever is passionate about natural health and wellness, the environment and sharing those interests with others. She believes through massage she can help enhance the lives of those in her community. “Going Green” is what she strives to make her company by using organic sheets, natural lotions/oils and eco-friendly cleaning products.

To Contact Kelly Klever:
Email: kelly.klever@massagetherapy.com
Website: kellyklever.massagetherapy.com
Twitter: @K2Massage
Facebook: Kelly Klever Massage
Address: 180 Jackson Plaza, Ann Arbor MI 48103 (AAIMT Building)