The Ambassadors 
Committee is generously sponsored by

 


 

"While sharing Chamber benefits with fellow members, I’m often asked about Busy Bea’s Services and what I do. This is my opportunity to share about my business and how I take advantage of (or and how I make full use of) my Chamber membership. 10% of my revenue last year came from business acquired because of my service as an Ambassador (for the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce)! Being an Ambassador is a WIN WIN relationship for us both!”

Cindy Locklin
President & CEO
Busy Bea’s Services

 


 

Meeting Date & Time

The Ambassadors Committee meets the third Wednesday of each month from 3:45 - 5:00 p.m.

Interested in the Ambassadors Committee? 
Click here to download the handbook and application or contact Mark Allen at 616.771.0348 for more information.


For Ambassadors...

Activity Tracking Sheet

Professional Headshots
Russell Climie | Tiberius Images 
616.855.4079
russ@tiberiusimages.com 
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Ambassadors Committee

Ambassadors Committee members serve as liaisons between the Chamber and its members by personally visiting and calling their peers. Through their efforts, Ambassadors help fellow members engage in the programs, events, and money-saving opportunities that help them make full use of their membership. They also attend and aid Chamber staff at our various networking and Ribbon Cutting events.


The GRACC Ambassadors Committee is looking for a few individuals to join the ranks of this elite volunteer corps. Ambassadors' activities directly support the Chamber’s goal of connecting members to resources they can use to grow and succeed. Interested? Take the first step by checking out the Ambassadors Committee Handbook & Application.


 

Congratulations to Cindy Locklin, Ambassador of the Year 2011!

Cindy Locklin, President & CEO of Busy Bea’s Services, Inc. has earned Ambassador of the Year for 2011!

Cindy has participated in the Ambassadors Committee for the past two years.  She has connected with numerous members providing information about their membership and ways to make the most of their involvement with the Chamber.  Cindy has also played an important role in welcoming our newest members by delivering new member kits, greeting them at our events and attending their ribbon cutting celebrations. 

Cindy says “10% of my revenue in 2011 came from business acquired because of my service as an Ambassador (for the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce).  Being an Ambassador is a WIN WIN relationship for us both!”

Cindy also volunteers for several organizations in our community and was recognized as one of three finalists for the Woman-Owned Business of the Year at the 2011 Chamber EPIC Awards.

Busy Bea’s Cleaning Services specializes in delivering a world class suite of affordable and quality cleaning services to medical manufactures, manufacturers, offices, schools and churches.  Contact Cindy Locklin at 616.284.4000 for more information about how her company can make yours look good!


 

Meet your Chamber Ambassadors! 

Each month, the Chamber will "spotlight" two of our volunteer Chamber Ambassadors.  This month, we are excited to introduce you to Michelle Damstra of Office Staffing Inc. a division of Axios Incorporated and Don Goeree of New Planet Promotions.

Michelle Damstra has 10 plus years of Business to Business sales experience, including radio, non-profit and HR. She serves as Director of Business Development for Office Staffing Inc., a division of Axios Incorporated. Her experience includes sales, management, business development, event planning and PR/marketing functions.

"West Michigan's Employment Agency of Choice" is not only the goal for Office Staffing Inc in 2012 but a personal mission for Michelle as well. Sales isn't just a job for her, it's a lifestyle.  As an experienced sales professional she understand the unique needs of each client.  Regardless how big or small a business may be, it takes time and energy to build a relationship and develop a level of trust and understanding.  By assisting West Michigan businesses with their staffing/employment needs Michelle is not only doing her job but helping local businesses grow and succeed as well.  Office Staffing Inc is a local Grand Rapids company with a solid foundation and proven track record of success. 

Michelle Damstra
616.726.2483

mdamstra@officestaffing.com


 

Don Goeree is president of New Planet Promotions Inc., a Grand Rapids based company specializing in Imprinted Promotions Products, Embroidered garments and Screen imprinted garments.

Don has over 20 years’ experience in the Promotional Products business. He has earned his Bachelors of Science from Aquinas College in Human Resources Management. He loves athletic sports and played baseball while attending Aquinas.

Don has lived in Grand Rapids his entire life & loves this community. He attended Creston High School , loves music and is a member of a local band.

If you know Don he always has a smile and enjoys meeting new people and seeing old friends. His enthusiasm for the GR Chamber and positive outlook on life will benefit the chamber in many ways. Even if you’re a first time acquaintance Don thinks you’re an old friend of his from way back.

Don Goeree
616-293-4266
newplanetpromotions@gmail.com

Interested in becoming an Ambassador?

A potential Ambassador must be a current employee of a member in good standing with the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce. The potential Ambassador must have a good mix of event participation for the past six months.

Click here to download the Ambassador Handbook & Application.

Ambassadors Committee Members


Chair
Brian Justema
The Sharpe Collection 
     BMW-Land Rover-Jaguar- MINI


Vice Chair
Dawn Martinson
International Student Exchange

 
Secretary
Janet Hentges
Achievement Resources

Dave Bahls, Symplicity Communications, Inc.
Mike Behrens, DeSal Group, LLP/Financial Network
Brett Blythe, Northwood University
Rich Brown, Cumulus Media
Michelle Damstra, Office Staffing - Axios Inc.
Diane Flaherty Cisler, Michigan Radio, 104.1 FM
Dominic Ford, Universal Wireless Business Solutions
Bernard Fogg, Legal Shield 
Don Goeree, New Planet Promotions  
Angie Hanks, Chemical Bank
Julie Lawrence, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
Cindy Locklin, Busy Bea's Services, Inc.
Jill Murray, JQ99 & 1260 The Pledge
Kris Ridings, Varnum Consulting
Brian Templar, Trillium Staffing
Jeff Walsh, Robert W. Baird & Co.
Miranda Wheeler, Pleune Service Company

Chamber Staff

Mark Allen, Director, Membership Development
616.771.0348



Linda Zizos, Vice President, Membership Development
616.771.0349

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