03/31/07  
Chrysler Jeep Superstores and Motor City Dodge Dealers return as title sponsors of Detroit's Electronic Music Festival
Paxahau today announced Chrysler Jeep Superstores and Motor City Dodge Dealers are returning as title sponsors of the 2007 Detroit Electronic Music Festival, May 26-28 at its home in downtown Detroit's Hart Plaza.
"Chrysler Jeep Superstores and Motor City Dodge Dealers were key to the festival's success in 2006," said Jason Huvaere, Paxahau's managing director. "These organizations really stepped up within a short time frame last year to support the event and we are very pleased to continue the partnership in 2007."
City of Detroit Chief Administrative Officer Lucius Vassar commended the dealers for their support of the event, saying "Again we're seeing two Detroit dealer associations step up and help bolster this important event, which brings people from all over the world to Detroit for this great summer kickoff weekend."
Motor City Dodge Dealers is an association of 35 Dodge Dealers in Metro Detroit and Southeast Michigan. Motor City Dodge Dealers' president Bruce Campbell said the group is happy not only to be a part of the economic development of Metro Detroit, but also of the music and art community that is a part of the region's history. "Cars and music are two things we love in Metro Detroit," said Campbell. "It's a natural for us to partner with the electronic music festival and help it grow."
The Chrysler Jeep Superstores Advertising Association is made up of the 39 independently owned Chrysler Jeep Superstores in Southeastern Michigan from Monroe to Fowlerville and from Clinton to Port Huron. "Chrysler Jeep Superstores are especially happy to be a major part of another great weekend in downtown Detroit as a title sponsors for the 2007 Electronic Music Festival," Chrysler Jeep Superstores Advertising Association President Jim Schebil said. "Detroit is known around the world for our music leadership and it is great to build on that history with our support of music that started in Detroit and is now celebrated around the globe."
Paxahau last month confirmed the 2007 Festival will feature performances by legendary Detroit artists Moodymann live featuring Pitch Black City; Model 500 featuring the godfather of Detroit Techno Juan Atkins; and Jeff Mills, the longtime hard hitting "wizard" of Detroit Techno. A lineup of artists is available at www.demf.com.
Since 1998 Paxahau has promoted electronic music and has grown to include a web archive, booking agency, record label and an event production company which produces an average of 20 events a year.
With a network of alliances and resources that span the globe, Paxahau has emerged as a premier promotions group within the electronic music industry. Please visit www.demf.com to find the latest news as it develops. Ticket prices and availability will be announced soon.

Employee Recognition
 The Huvaere Group would like to recognize those associates with employment anniversaries in April: Cathy Breiling, 1 year; Rod Cook, 2 years; Ken Kline, 3 years; Earl LaBeau, 3 years; Tom Loughrige, 2 years; Dejan Radisavljevic, 2 years; Matt Reetz, 3 years; Ed Sytkowski, 1 year; Linda Vandesteene, 5 years; Sandy Weitzel, 1 year; Eric Yeary, 1 year. Congratulations!

DaimlerChrysler Named One of 50 Best Companies for Diversity
DiversityInc named DaimlerChrysler to its 2007 "Top 50" list for diversity this week. The annual national listing, now in its seventh year, is based on four key areas: CEO Commitment, Human Capital, Corporate Communications and Supplier Diversity. "DaimlerChrysler is much different from the average corporation; it is a true champion of diversity," said Luke Visconti, partner and co-founder of DiversityInc. DaimlerChrysler values diversity and champions diversity issues in the U.S. and around the world. Nearly 30 percent of DaimlerChrysler's workforce is made up of ethnic minorities, while women make up 21 percent of the company's workforce. "DaimlerChrysler's inclusion in the DiversityInc 'Top 50' list validates the company's commitment to diversity practices throughout the entire organization," said Nancy Rae, Senior Vice President - Human Resources and co- chair of the DaimlerChrysler Diversity Council. "Because of the support and commitment to diversity by our senior management team, the company continues to make great strides in its quest to be recognized as the best company for diversity."
DaimlerChrysler's commitment to diversity extends throughout the organization, including supplier and dealer operations. DiversityInc also named DaimlerChrysler as one 10 top companies for supplier diversity.
DaimlerChrysler spent $3.9 billion with minority suppliers in 2006, representing 13.5 percent of total supplier spending in 2006. The average DiversityInc "Top 50" company spent 9.7 percent of their total procurement spending with minority suppliers. "DaimlerChrysler is proud to be selected for the coveted DiversityInc 'Top 50' list," said Monica Emerson, Executive Director - Corporate Diversity Office. "Our goal is to make sure DaimlerChrysler is a great place to work for all employees. We know that diversity and inclusion throughout our entire enterprise delivers a true competitive advantage in today's global marketplace."

Health Benefits meeting reminder
New changes for our Health Care Plan will benefit non smokers and fitness center members, and now is the time to start thinking about lifestyle changes. We will be having a Health Benefits Open Enrollment meeting on Wednesday April 11th at 7pm. This meeting is for all employees and their spouses. As these benefit plans can be very confusing, it is important that all decision makers attend. You will learn about any upcoming changes to the plans from your rep with Employee Benefits, as well as from Huvaere Group Human Resources. If you are planning to attend, please contact Kim Jugowicz at 430-9804 and let her know how many in your family will be attending.

Join Costco, get a free gift!
It's March Madness at Costco! A Costco rep will be available on Friday, March 30, in the employee lunch room from 11:30am to 1:30pm to answer questions and process new memberships. We are offering a canvas tote bag containing over $25 in Costco merchandise to anyone signing up for a new membership during March Madness. Any new applicant may also receive a $10 cash card when applying for a new fee free Costco American Express credit card at the same time.

Classifieds
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Employee Profile:


Mary Michelsen
Billing Dept.

Mary's family:
Husband Duane, and 2 sons, Brian and Jeff.

If she wasn't at work, Mary would be:
"Walking or gardening"

 Mary's Hometown:
"Port Huron"

 Mary's favorite place to travel:
"Michigan's U.P."

 Mary's first job:
"Holiday Inn in Port Huron"

 Mary's favorite television show is:
"Grey's Anatomy"

Mary's favorite place to dine is:
"Boneyard"

 Mary's favorite vehicle is:
"Jeep Grand Cherokee. I like the looks"

Something you may not already know about Mary:
"Loves Marigolds"

Thank you Mary Michelsen for being such an asset, and happy 11th Anniversary with the Huvaere Group!

 

Today's Motivational Quote
"Quarrel not at all. No man resolved to make the most of himself can spare time for personal contention."
Abraham Lincoln (1809 - 1865)
 

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