Chamber Blog

With a new year comes new programs at the Chamber, and we are excited to introduce our new Leadership Lesson Breakfast series! Attendees will hear from Leadership Grand Rapids alumni […]

Work-Life Balance. It’s a topic on the minds of many in our technologically integrated society. A 2009 study from Harvard Business Review showed that 94% of professional adults work over […]

From February 15 – March 15, Grand Rapids will celebrate Beer Month, where many local breweries will host a variety of beer specials for patrons to enjoy. If you’re looking […]

With every passing year, America grows more diverse. In today’s competitive arena, workplace diversity is something most companies strive to achieve. It’s no wonder, too, because workplace diversity is so much […]

The holiday season brings us the opportunity to celebrate and reflect on the success we’ve enjoyed this year, while we look forward to what lies ahead in the new year. […]

With the holiday season upon us, there is no better way to end the year than by giving back. There are many great nonprofit organizations doing impactful work in our community, and […]

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Grand Rapids has tons of events to get you in the holiday spirit. Whether you’re looking to get the perfect gift […]

Mark Washington hit the ground running as Grand Rapids City Manager last October, and has had a busy first year on the job! In addition to tackling the various challenges […]