Marshall Chamber & Economic Development

09/09/2026

PLEASE READ!!!

A few important changes 🤍

I am sure many of you have seen the changes that MANY photographers are making to their policies regarding posting photos of children. This all is as a result of a recent ruling regarding AI photos, explicit / graphic material, children, and what is now considered constitutionally protected

While I personally won’t get into the details, I think it is important to address the issue.

As I have always had in place - it is completely up to the parent of the minor whether they want their child’s face shared on my social media pages. This will continue to be policy moving forward.

The change… I will be having you sign, in person at your session, a clear contract that states you are …

A. Allowing me to post photos of your child, including their face.

B. Allowing me to post photos of your child, not including their face.

C. Not allowing me to post any photos of your child.

These contracts will be put in place beginning at my next sessions (this weekend) and be implemented moving forward. They will all be hard copy contracts, signed & dated in person, and saved.

I love photographing your sweet kiddos and feel that your discretion is best! As their parent, I want you to feel confident in choosing me as your photographer and knowing that your images are safe with me. I also want you to still feel that you have the choice in what is shared and what isn’t. 🤍

*if I have shared photos of your kiddo in the past and you would now like them removed from social media, please reach out to me! I cannot make any promises that I will be able to remove them all, only due to having thousands of photos shared, however, I will do my absolute best!*

09/09/2026

09/09/2026

Big news! We’re excited to announce a brand-new event coming to Venue 19 Zero 9: Stronger Together — An Inspiring Conversation.

We’ve teamed up with our local chambers of commerce to create a morning focused on connection, inspiration, and building a stronger business community.

Join us October 6th for breakfast and an inspiring conversation with about the importance of building relationships, supporting one another, and creating communities where businesses can thrive.

Tickets are $25 and include breakfast. Buy 3, get 1 free!

We’re really excited to bring this to Marshall and hope you’ll join us for the first Stronger Together.

October 6, 2026
Breakfast: 7:30–8:15 AM
Program: 8:15–9:00 AM
Venue 19 Zero 9 | Downtown Marshall

Grab a few coworkers or fellow business owners and come start the morning with us!

Buy tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/inspire-laugh-grow

09/09/2026

09/09/2026

Welcome to another Where Are We Wednesday?

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09/09/2026

09/09/2026

Night of Starrs is next week, and there’s still time to join us! ✨

On Thursday, September 17, we’ll gather on Starr’s historic Albion campus for the 10th Annual Night of Starrs, an evening celebrating resilience, generosity, and the life-changing work your support makes possible. You’ll hear inspiring stories of impact, learn more about Starr’s work with children, families, and communities, and connect with others who believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive. Most importantly, your participation helps us continue building hope, healing, resilience, and belonging for those we serve.

Come enjoy an inspiring evening while helping make an important difference. Reserve your tickets today: https://hubs.ly/Q04w-b1r0

09/09/2026

Put on your best shoes for wiggling and join us at 10:30 this morning;no registration required!

For complete event details visit: https://www.yourmdl.org/event/jumpin-jammin-4/2026-09-09/

09/09/2026