Welcome to Harrison, Michigan!
About the Chamber
The Harrison Area Chamber of Commerce's mission is to provide members an environment where businesses, organizations, and communities can be successful and enhance the quality of life in Clare County. The Chamber is committed to this mission by:
- Promoting the businesses and communities it serves through advertising and by organizing events that will draw individuals to Clare County
- Partnering with the Harrison Area Economic Development Corporation to strengthen the economic viability of Clare County
- Providing a referral source to prospective citizens/businesses on data pertinent to Clare County.
Our Mission will be realized through an ongoing partnership with our members, board of directors, Harrison Area Economic Development Corporation, local/state government, volunteers and the public we serve.
Join the Harrison Chamber of Commerce...And Make Dreams Come True.
- Promoting the businesses and communities it serves through advertising and by organizing events that will draw individuals to Clare County
- Partnering with the Harrison Area Economic Development Corporation to strengthen the economic viability of Clare County
- Providing a referral source to prospective citizens/businesses on data pertinent to Clare County.
Our Mission will be realized through an ongoing partnership with our members, board of directors, Harrison Area Economic Development Corporation, local/state government, volunteers and the public we serve.
Join the Harrison Chamber of Commerce...And Make Dreams Come True.
Harrison is Less Than a Tank of Gas Away!
Founded in 1891 as a rail and timber town, the City of Harrison is close to the junction
of US-127 and M-61 in Michigan.
Said to have been named after U.S. President William Henry Harrison, the city boasts a population of 2,114 (2010 census). Harrison is home to many beautiful sights, and is bordered along its eastern side by
all-sports Budd Lake. In fact, Harrison is within 20 minutes of 20 different lakes! This makes it a destination that is great for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.
Click HERE to access the "20 Lakes in 20 Minutes" List.
of US-127 and M-61 in Michigan.
Said to have been named after U.S. President William Henry Harrison, the city boasts a population of 2,114 (2010 census). Harrison is home to many beautiful sights, and is bordered along its eastern side by
all-sports Budd Lake. In fact, Harrison is within 20 minutes of 20 different lakes! This makes it a destination that is great for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.
Click HERE to access the "20 Lakes in 20 Minutes" List.
Barb Hawkins, Chamber President
Barb Hawkins and her husband Steve moved to Harrison from Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1978. Barb and her husband have a son Zac, daughter-in-law Brittany, and Granddaughter Masen. They, with Steve's brothers, built, own, and operate the Tamarack's Golf Course. She graduated from Mid Michigan Community College with her associates.
Barb served as vice-president for four years and has been a very active member in Chamber events for many years. She is the originator of the Murder Mystery Dinner, which she still chairs, the Halloween Parade, and new Christmas Celebration the 2nd weekend in December. She has been employed with Michigan Works! Region 7B Employment and Training for 18 years in the planning department. Barb enjoys reading, golf, and spending time with her family and friends.
Barb served as vice-president for four years and has been a very active member in Chamber events for many years. She is the originator of the Murder Mystery Dinner, which she still chairs, the Halloween Parade, and new Christmas Celebration the 2nd weekend in December. She has been employed with Michigan Works! Region 7B Employment and Training for 18 years in the planning department. Barb enjoys reading, golf, and spending time with her family and friends.
Meet Our 2013 Board of Directors:Barb Hawkins, President
Tamarack’s Golf Course Michelle Grant, Vice President Harrison EZ Mart Connie Blatt, Secretary Chemical Bank Kim Wood, Treasurer Mann Construction Debbie Gadberry, Past President Glamorié Hair, Nails,& Tanning |
Tracey Beadle, Director City of Harrison Kellie Detzler, Director H&R Block Debbie Niemi, Director Country Flowers Lois Chinn Snowbird Lanes Bar & Grill Kerry Teall, Director Winding Brook Farm |
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