ArtPrize 2011

ITC is a proud sponsor of ArtPrize, an international art competition with 1,582 artists from 36 countries and 43 states displaying their work in 164 venues within three-square miles of downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. ArtPrize takes place from September 21 - October 9, 2011. This unique art competition is open to anyone that can find a space and there is no formal jury, curator or judge. The public is asked to vote and decide the winners using mobile devices and the web. For more information please visit http://www.artprize.org/

Video: Brian Kelly at ArtPrize 2011: Let's Do This!

Detroit Regional Chamber Foundation

ITC is an active member of the Detroit Regional Chamber, whose mission is "To power the economy of Southeast Michigan." With more than 20,000 members and affiliates that employ more than three quarters of a million workers, the Detroit Regional Chamber is one of the largest chambers of commerce in the country. The Chamber's mission is carried out through business attraction efforts, advocacy, strategic partnerships and valuable benefits to members.

Economic Development Council of Livingston County

ITC works closely with the Economic Development Council (EDC) of Livingston County, which is located in the southeastern part of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. The EDC is a nonprofit agency dedicated to the creation and sustainability of economic opportunities in-sync with the quality of life and unique characteristics of the 41st largest county in the state.

Eight Mile Blvd. Association

ITC and The Eight Mile Boulevard Association (8MBA) have a long-standing working relationship. 8MBA is a non-profit organization formed in 1993 by the 13 communities and 3 counties that share the common border of Eight Mile Road between I-94 (east) and I-275 (west). 8MBA works together with the communities, the Michigan Department of Transportation, businesses and local residents along Eight Mile Road to revitalize and promote the corridor as a preferred place to work, live and conduct business.

Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce

ITC is an active member of the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, the premier business membership organization in West Michigan. Though it counts the area's largest employers among its more than 2,700 member businesses, more than 80% of its members are small businesses with less than 50 employees. The Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce focuses on Membership, Diversity and Advocacy efforts, and serves as a strong community partner that provides value for its members, enhances the business climate in the area, and advocates for public policy that supports economic growth and vitality.

Huron County Economic Development Council

ITC relies on its relationship with the Huron County Economic Development Corporation to assist with its activities with the communities of this Michigan "Thumb" area. The Huron County Economic Development Corporation strives to develop, maintain and enhance the economic base and quality of life in Huron County, which comprises a land area of 824 square miles and 28 townships. Huron County ranks as one of the top agricultural counties in Michigan that because of its natural beauty, ideal topography and sandy beaches, also is an ideal tourist destination.

Lapeer Development Corporation

The Lapeer Development Corporation (LDC) is a community based, non-profit economic development organization that ITC looks to for assistance with its efforts in the area. The LDC's purpose is to lead and coordinate economic development throughout Lapeer County and to provide a link between Federal, State, and Local governments and businesses interested in locating or expanding there.

Michigan Association of Planning - Corporate Membership

ITC is a corporate member of the Michigan Association of Planning (MAP), a 501 c 3 organization dedicated to promoting sound community planning that benefits the residents of Michigan. MAP was established in 1945 to achieve a desired quality of life through comprehensive community planning that includes opportunities for a variety of lifestyles and housing, employment, commercial activities, and cultural and recreational amenities. The Michigan Association of Planning is, operationally and organizationally, the largest state chapter of the American Planning Association (APA), which is recognized internationally as the premier organization dedicated to urban and regional planning.

Michigan Chamber of Commerce Foundation

As Michigan's leading statewide business advocacy organization, ITC looks to the Michigan Chamber of Commerce for access to its approximately 6,800 member employers, trade associations and local chambers of commerce of every size and type in all 83 counties of the state. Since its founding in 1959, the Michigan Chamber has worked with this mission: Promote conditions favorable to job creation and business growth in Michigan. It is one of only four state chambers of commerce in the nation accredited by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Michigan Municipal League

ITC enjoys a good relationship with the Michigan Municipal League (MML), which serves as the 'one clear voice' for Michigan communities. Through advocacy at the state and federal level, the MML represents municipalities and helps them sustain their highly livable, desirable, and unique positions within the state.

Monroe Chamber

ITC works closely with the Monroe Chamber of Commerce, which offers programs and services that increase its members' bottom line. Its mission is to stimulate economic growth, serve as a resource for business and enhance the quality of life in Monroe County, Michigan.

Novi Chamber

The Novi Chamber of Commerce is the Chamber of ITC's headquarters location in Novi, Michigan, a dynamic community that has been identified as having the ideal location in Michigan, with its 52,000 residents living within its approximately 31 sq. miles set directly in prestigious Oakland County and just twenty-five minutes from downtown Detroit.

Sanilac County Economic Development Council

The Sanilac County Economic Development Council is the primary supporter of the Sanilac Tourism Association, which supports tourism in this Michigan "Thumb" county that is located less than two hours from Detroit and 30 miles north of Port Huron. ITC works closely with the Sanilac County Economic Development Council to support its efforts in this vacation mecca.

Tuscola Economic Development Corporation

ITC works with the Tuscola County Economic Development Corporation (TCEDC), which sees its primary role to respond quickly to help businesses locate, grow and thrive in Tuscola County. TCEDC oversees Tuscola County's business attraction and development efforts, and coordinates county programs and incentives for companies looking to grow in Tuscola County. Its goals are to retain and create jobs for the citizens of Tuscola County. It does so by fostering, encouraging and assisting new and current businesses expand and grow their employee base.

Wayland Chamber of Commerce

The Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce and ITC have a strong relationship. The Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce is an independent, private, non-profit organization financed by its members to promote business and advocate on their behalf. It is not a government agency and is autonomous from the City of Wayland. It recognizes that the its most valuable resources are its more than 160 local business owner members, volunteers and staff.