• BJ Andonian, President

• Alisha Cottrell, Vice President

• Michelle Reed, Past President

• Lisa Bascom, Secretary

• Bill Kerr, Treasurer

• Geoff Bontrager, Director

• Stoney Green, Director

B.J. Andonian, President
Golf Outing
For the past thirty years Jerry's Pub and Restaurant has been home to some of the Irish Hills finest food, libations, live music and of course, Jerry. Jerry's Pub & Restaurant is located on the south shore of scenic Wamplers Lake, Eat. Drink. Rock. Roll...Come to the Lake.

"I have been a proud member of the board for three years, our business has been part of the chamber for almost as long as we’ve been established. We pride ourselves in promoting Brooklyn and the Irish Hills in a positive light. For those who come in for a quiet dinner overlooking Wamplers Lake or partake in Nascar weekend festivities, everyone has a good time at Jerry’s.”

Alisha Cottrell, Vice President
All-Sports and Legislative Committee Chairperson
Michigan International Speedway has called the Brooklyn-Irish Hills area home for the past 40 years. The two-mile racetrack hosts two NASCAR Sprint Cup Series dates each summer with stars such as Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr. entertaining fans every June and August. With over 150,000 fans in attendance, MIS hosts the largest single-day paid-admission sporting event in the state and also generates more than $400 million in total economic activity, with more than $260 million of that in direct economic benefit for the state.

On a personal and professional level, I believe it’s important to contribute to the community where you work and live. The Brooklyn-Irish Hills Chamber of Commerce provides a great platform to be a part of various activities that grow and sustain our businesses and charitable organizations.

Michelle Reed, Past President
Educational Committee Chairperson
Edward Jones Investment is a full service investment firm advising clients on existing investment and retirement accounts or helping them put a new plan in place.  Serving individual investors and businesses.

"The Chamber has been a wonderful resource in building my business.  It has allowed me to get connected with the community and build relationships with many other business members."

Lisa Bascom, Secretary
Race Fest and Tree Lighting Chairperson
Brooklyn Products International is a family-owned business and has been manufacturing foam products worldwide since 1951. "I am thrilled to be on the board. I love our 'little' town and hope to make a difference in the economic development of it.”

Foam is our specialty. From kitchen scrubbers to applicator pads, and from packaging to custom orders.

"Our motto is and always will be, 'DO THE RIGHT THING', for our customers, employees and community. I live by this in every aspect of our business."

William (Bill) F. Kerr II, Treasurer
"I am a lifelong resident of the Brooklyn/Irish Hills Area, a graduate of Columbia Central and Eastern Michigan University. I have worked for Flagstar since 2000, and have been the manager of the Brooklyn location since 2002. I am also the Chairman of the Village of Brooklyn Planning Commission, and a member of the Brooklyn Kiwanis."

"Flagstar offers a full line of banking products for consumers & businesses, as well as a variety of consumer loans ranging from automobile to boat, home equity to home improvement. Flagstar is a leader in home lending, delivering home loans through a nationwide network of retail offices and wholesale agents, as well as online through Flagstar.com and via a toll-free phone number. Flagstar also is active in the commercial real estate market and currently lends in 20 states. Flagstar was chartered in 1987 and opened the Brooklyn office in 1995."

Geoff Bontrager, Director
As quality education is foundational to a strong community, so is a strong community dependent on vibrant business that supports quality education. One is dependent on the other… all are made stronger working together. I’m looking forward to this opportunity to serve on the Brooklyn-Irish Hills Chamber of Commerce Board.

Stoney Green, Director
Area Promotion Committee Co-Chairperson
Stoney is the Manager of RE/MAX Mid-Michigan/Brooklyn. Located downtown on the square, in the Historic Brooklyn Hotel building, they opened in November 2003. RE/MAX-Mid-Michigan has been #1 in Jackson County for the past 17 years. Call us today and see why RE/MAX remains... “ABOVE THE CROWD”.

“We have been Chamber members and active in the community since we opened. Promoting the lifestyle & natural beauty of the Irish Hills is what I do every day, so serving on the Chamber board was a natural progression.”

Fred Guthrie, Director
Race Fest Committee Co-Chairperson
(Information coming soon)

Matthew Logan D.D.S., Director
"I've been a chamber member almost as long as I've been in business and a board member since 1992. I feel it's important to be a member because as a group, we can influence changes for the better and help every business remain successful. I am proud to be a part of the Brooklyn Business Community and the Brooklyn-Irish Hills Chamber Board of Directors."

Dave Turk, Director
The Brooklyn Irish Hills Chamber of Commerce unifies the public spirit of our community and directs it into useful and constructive channels. We have businesses at stake in the community which can be best safeguarded by working with others through the Chamber of Commerce to protect and advance “All Businesses”. It is my desire and goal to make this happen!

Walton Agency - For nearly 60 years the Walton Agency has provided a full spectrum of insurance services for families and businesses. We’re here to provide you with more than a quote. Whether you’re seeking coverage for your automobile, your home, your business or your life, we will provide the information you need to make a educated decision. Our goal is to help you find the right insurance coverage at the right price. May we help you! “Protecting Your Tomorrows” one day at a time.

Todd Wanty, Director
Area Promotion Committee Co-Chairperson
Energy Solutions Consultants is a full service Energy Consulting Group. We can assess your home or business for energy losses, and find the right solutions to stop wasting energy and start saving money. In addition to our Home Energy Audits and Home Comfort Solutions, we offer Wind, Solar, Low Energy Lighting and Power Factor Limiters, to reduce electrical usage.

"My involvement with the Chamber has been a fantastic experience in developing new contacts, networking and working to help improve our community. I would encourage every business owner to attend an event and see how we can help improve your marketing."

Jan Sickle-Witte, Director
Area Promotion Committee Co-Chairperson
Jan Sickle-Witte is the owner of Jan’s Dance Connection in Brooklyn and Dearborn Heights. In July 2004, Jan’s Dance Connection of Brooklyn opened the doors of their dance studio to the Brooklyn community. Owner Jan Witte had successfully operated Jan’s Dance Connection in Dearborn Heights for over twenty years and had relocated to the Irish Hills area. She has been teaching dance for over thirty years, and is a member of various professional dance teacher organizations.

Owner Jan Witte joined the Brooklyn Irish Hills Chamber in 2004 and is also a member of the Brooklyn Kiwanis Club. She is a member of Dance Masters of America, Dance Masters of Michigan and Cecchetti Council of America. She is also the director of the Irish Hills’ Junior Miss Scholarship Program. Jan has volunteered countless hours to community service activities in the Brooklyn area and is proud to be a business member in Irish Hills.

Jan is married to Stewart Witte and has a son, Kyle.

"Being a member of the chamber has helped my business succeed and I have met many business owners who are really involved in making our community a better place to live and work."

Cindy Hubbell, Executive Director
Membership Committee
"The Brooklyn-Irish Hills Chamber of Commerce is the sponsor and host of some of the great events in the area, including the Independence Day Fireworks, All-Sports Spectacular and Race Fest. More importantly, the Chamber is how the local businesses and professionals can band together to be a strong force in community development and business retention in the area. Now more than ever, being a Chamber member is so important. From having a voice in the economic development and growth in the community to networking opportunities, the Chamber is a positive force in our local economy. We offer great group advertising rates, low cost seminars and many other membership benefits. I encourage all local businesses and professionals to become a member of the Brooklyn-Irish Hills Chamber of Commerce, and be a part of our exciting future."