Events and Programs

On April 3rd former U.S. Comptroller and current President and CEO of Comeback America, The Honorable David M. Walker, will be the keynote speaker for “Living on Borrowed Time – Solving America’s Debt Crisis.”  

As the federal debt continues to climb above $15 trillion, it will have a dramatic impact on all aspects of our economy.  Every business sector and government service is impacted by this issue.  

With his straight talk approach, David Walker will speak to how we accumulated this much debt and will give practical common sense answers on how to address the debt.

The event will also feature Congressman Justin Amash as he speaks first hand to the spending culture in Washington and how we as citizens can hold Congress accountable.

Think you know just how bad the federal debt is? It is more challenging then you may think.  Take Comeback America's Fiscal IQ Quiz and see how you score!

Event Details:

Date | Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Time | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location | Amway Grand Plaza Hotel Ambassador Ballroom, 187 Monroe Ave NW 
Cost | $50/Member, $75/future member
Registration | Call the RSVP Hotline at 616.771.0303 or by clicking the "Register Now!" button below.

Please note - a separate ticket is required for a VIP Reception with David Walker and may be purchased by contacting Chris Glass at 616.771.0311.
 
Meet the Hon. David M. Walker

Dave is the Founder, President and CEO of the Comeback America Initiative (CAI). In this capacity he leads CAI's efforts to promote fiscal responsibility and sustainability by engaging the public and assisting key policymakers on a nonpartisan basis to help achieve solutions to America’s federal, state and local fiscal imbalances.

Dave has authored three books, with the latest one entitled Comeback America: Turning the Country Around and Restoring Fiscal Responsibility (2010), which is National Bestseller. He is a frequent writer and media commentator, and is a subject of the critically acclaimed documentary I.O.U.S.A.

 

We would like to thank Congressman Justin Amash for his support in securing the Honorable David M. Walker to join us in Grand Rapids for this special day.


Sponsorship Opportunities

The Spring Advocacy Event, "Living on Borrowed Time – Solving America’s Debt Crisis" will attract over 300 members from various industries and sectors will join us for this eye opening event.

Promote your business through event sponsorship! Sponsorships for this “must attend” event are designed to help build & strengthen relationships with other prominent members of your community.

Why sponsor Living on Borrowed Time – Solving America’s Debt Crisis?

• Develop and strengthen relationships between your business and legislative leaders

• Position your organization as a leader in the business community

• Position the West Michigan business community as an important player in Lansing

• Show that your company is dedicated to addressing this issue


We invite all Chamber Members to connect by participating in events and being a sponsor. 

Click here for sponsorship levels and benefits or contact Leslee Fritz at 616.771.0357. 

2012 Government Affairs Division Underwriter

Priority Health logo 

2012 Government Affairs Supporting Sponsor

 

2012 Event Sponsors

Without the generous support of our sponsors, it would not be possible to present this event. 

Event Underwriters

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Michael J. Jandernoa

Corporate Benefactors

Amway

Meijer, Inc.

RoMan Manufacturing, Inc. website link 

Star Truck Rentals

 
Chamber Champions
Kent GOP
Lacks Enterprises, Inc.
Merrill Lynch

 

For more information regarding this event, please contact Chris Glass at 616.771.0311.

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