Chamber Blog

School’s out, warm weather is upon us, and the first official day of summer is just around the corner. That can only mean one thing in Beer City… patio season! With Grand Rapids’ ever-growing food and beverage scene, there’s no shortage of outdoor seating to enjoy Michigan’s summer weather. While there are many great options […]

When it comes to the important issues affecting our state, “What can I do to help?” can seem daunting. While there’s little the average citizen can do to #FTDR, we can all come together to create great community around one important issue effecting the entire state, including every demographic and every region- literacy. In spirit […]

Didn’t get to make it to our 131st Annual Meeting? Check out this amazing video, featuring the Chamber team and a few of our fabulous members! Produced by Bear Productions LLC, this video describes exactly what we mean when we say “Create Great.” What will you be doing in 2019 to Create Great?

Autumn is finally upon us, so pick out your pumpkins and bring out those cozy sweaters. To get into the spirit of the season, the Chamber teamed up with Karen Breckon, Partnership Director for the West Michigan Tourist Association (WMTA), to put together the ultimate guide for the best fall ever. The WMTA is a […]

Animals play an important role in our lives. They provide us with companionship, emotional support, and even reduce our stress levels and sense of loneliness. Beyond this, animals can also be trained to be seeing-eye dogs, emotional support animals, and even detect seizures. There’s no doubt that animals truly affect the quality of our lives! […]

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Nope, not the holidays. It’s summer! If you live in Michigan and experience those harsh winters that never seem to end, summer makes you eternally grateful when it finally comes around – so better make the most of it! Whether you plan to hit the beach, travel, […]