Braaksma achieves professional designation
Brent W. Braaksma of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Niles has achieved the professional designation of accredited asset management specialist (AAMS).
Braaksma successfully completed AAMS Professional Education Program from the Denver-based College for Financial Planning. Those who complete the program, pass a final exam and sign a code of ethics and disclosure form earn the AAMS designation.
This advanced training offers investment professionals the hands-on information needed to provide comprehensive financial services. Study topics include understanding the asset management process to understanding asset allocation and strategies.

Business After Hours at Leader Oct. 26
Leader Publications, 217 North Fourth St., Niles, is hosting a Business After Hours Wednesday Oct. 26 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Networking, prizes, appetizers, cash bar and more. Cost is $5 for Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce members and $15 for non-members. RSVP to the Chamber at chamber@nilesmi.com or 683-3720.

Grand opening at AAA Travel-Mishawaka Oct. 28
A grand opening, ribbon-cutting and open house will be held Friday, Oct. 28 at 10:30 a.m. at AA Travel-Mishawaka, 5351 North Main St., Mishawaka. Prizes, refreshments and more.

Holiday Business After Hours at UFCU Dec. 7
United Federal Credit Union of Niles will host the Holiday Business After Hours Wednesday, Dec. 7.

Submit local business news to Katie Rohman at katie.rohman@leaderpub.com.