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Diversity & Talent Webinar Series
Diversity & Talent Webinar Series
Create Great Inclusion: Diversity & Talent Webinar Series Leading with Self-Awareness: Moving from Welcoming to Belonging Spaces A firm sense of belonging is a critical aspect of creating organizational culture that supports the longevity, wellbeing, and innovation of staff. To attract and retain the best talent, leaders must be equipped to create belonging spaces for […]
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Business Exchange Luncheon
Business Exchange Luncheon
Create Great Connections: Business Exchange Luncheon The Chamber’s most popular networking event provides members and future members with facilitated networking as well as an opportunity to leave the event with at least 14 new, quality leads. Facilitators walk attendees through conversations at one table during lunch, and another after lunch. Expo tables and open networking […]
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Monthly Government Affairs Update
Monthly Government Affairs Update
Create Great Policy: Monthly Government Affairs Update Stay Up to Date: On the first Friday of every month at 10 a.m., the Chamber Government Affairs team hosts a 30-minute virtual meeting to briefly highlight key issues and stay in communication about our top advocacy priorities. First Friday of each month 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. […]
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Chamber 101
Chamber 101
Create Great Connections: Chamber 101 Chamber 101 is designed for members looking to begin, continue or further involvement with the Chamber. This event allows members to learn about the different Chamber offerings and how to start getting involved to make the most of your membership. This program will walk you through everything there is to […]
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Health Care & Human Resources Summit
Health Care & Human Resources Summit
Create Great Policy: 2023 Health Care & Human Resources Summit Join us for this half-day event featuring health care and human resources leaders discussing key issues and data your business needs to thrive. Explore the latest trends in health care, talent attraction & retention through benefits, changes in the workplace due to the pandemic, health […]
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Kickoff: Leadership Transformed
Kickoff: Leadership Transformed
Create Great Leaders: Leadership Transformed Leadership Transformed will challenge participants to step out of their comfort zones and learn more about how they can step up their leadership skills, while also looking deeper within. This confidential leadership program will gather executives from across West Michigan industries to be vulnerable and work together to develop themselves […]
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Kickoff: Speak with Purpose Cohort
Kickoff: Speak with Purpose Cohort
Create Great Leaders: Speak with Purpose Speak with purpose is designed to equip participants with the tools to master public speaking. Of the estimated 75% of Americans that experience fear and anxiety from speaking in front of others, less than 10% take steps to overcome it. Over the course of five interactive sessions comprised of […]
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Breakfast with Legislators
Breakfast with Legislators
Create Great Policy: Breakfast with Legislators Breakfast with Legislators events provide Chamber members and their employees the opportunity to establish relationships with key decision makers and voice opinions on issues moving forward in Lansing. Networking and facilitated question-and-answer sessions offer firsthand information on upcoming legislation and House and Senate committee activities, prompting great dialogue between […]
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Leadership Lesson Breakfast
Leadership Lesson Breakfast
Leadership Lesson Breakfast: Back to the 90’s At the Back to the 90’s Leadership Lesson Breakfast, you’ll hear from three influential community trustees who will share their own leadership lessons. Michelle Behrenwald, Sharon Smith, and Jim Williams have been leading the Leadership Grand Rapids Opening Retreat Jeopardy! game for years as a dynamic squad. Although […]
Hump Day Happy Hour
Hump Day Happy Hour
Join us from 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. for Hump Day Happy Hour! The Grand Rapids Chamber is hosting a happy hour in our Work Café to build a sense of community between our members and staff. Gather ’round for free beer and food brought to you by Barrio and New Holland Brewing as we […]
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Virtual Town Hall: Banking Stability & Ongoing Inflation
Virtual Town Hall: Banking Stability & Ongoing Inflation
Create Great Policy: Banking Stability & Ongoing Inflation Recently, Silicon Valley Bank was closed by state banking regulators, and New York officials did the same to Signature Bank. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation was appointed as the receiver of both banks and the Federal Reserve Board partnered with the Treasury to create the Bank Term […]
OutPro Celebration
OutPro Celebration
Create Great Connections: OutPro Celebration The Art of Being Out Join us for the first OutPro event of the year to celebrate The Art of Being Out. 🎨 What to expect: • Coming out stories from OutPro Council members • Art and poetry from local LGBTQIA+ artists featured throughout the venue • Live music and performances • […]
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Kickoff: LeadUp Cohort
Kickoff: LeadUp Cohort
Create Great Leaders: LeadUp LeadUp is designed to guide first-time managers through the concepts, principles and best practices necessary for a successful transition. What You'll Gain: An understanding of the three critical success factors of first-time managers (defining and assigning work; enabling others to do the work; building social contracts and relationships). Clarity around new […]
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West Michigan Minority Contractors After Hours
West Michigan Minority Contractors After Hours
Create Great Connections: West Michigan Minority Contractors After Hours West Michigan Minority Contractors After Hours events provide attendees the opportunity to connect with peers and gain potential business referrals through […]