Create Great Inclusion: Diversity & Talent Webinar Series The Virtual Diversity & Talent Series addresses various talent needs of the West Michigan business community under a diversity, equity and inclusion lens. At our first Diversity & Talent event of 2022, participants will hear from TaRita Johnson, Senior Vice President of Talent & Diversity at The […]
Create Great Community: ATHENA Leadership Forum Join us for the first ATHENA event of 2022! The ATHENA Leadership Forum celebrates women in leadership by featuring local women leaders sharing their leadership lessons. By empowering, connecting, and equipping women in West Michigan to fearlessly lead, we are dedicated to cultivating our next generation of leaders. This is an event […]
Create Great Business: 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. Hosted by Mark Allen, our Director of Business Services who […]
Create Great Inclusion: Inclusion Solutions The Grand Rapids Chamber is committed to walking alongside you wherever you are in your DEI journey. Designed for DEI practitioners, leaders, and HR professionals, the Inclusion Solutions events will provide peer connections, conversations, and best practices as we facilitate the management of change and implementation of new strategies. Tuesday, […]
Join us Wednesday, March 30 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 with Grand Rapids Brewing Co. to build a sense of community between our members and staff. Gather ’round for free beer and pizza as we give […]
Create Great Leaders: Leadership Lesson Breakfast Leadership Lesson Breakfasts feature strong community trustees and leaders sharing valuable leadership lessons. In addition to a brief presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to network with Chamber members and connect with other leadership alumni. Join us Thursday, February 24 to hear from a handful of leaders across a […]
Create Great Policy: Monthly Government Affairs Update On the first Friday of every month, our Government Affairs team hosts a 30-minute virtual meeting to briefly highlight key issues and stay in communication about our top priorities. Join us from 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m for a brief virtual conversation. Sign up below to register and stay in […]
Create Great Community — OutPro: Rise Up with Effective Advocacy OutPro is a professional group within the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce that promotes a welcoming culture in the West Michigan Community for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies. OutPro offers opportunities for education and networking, with an emphasis on policy impact, and assisting businesses in creating a […]
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 […]
Create Great Business: 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. These social hour events provide a platform for buyers to connect with local minority-owned business construction professionals, as well as remove barriers for smaller construction companies […]
Create Great Policy: Health Care and Human Resources Summit Join the Grand Rapids Chamber for the 2022 Health Care and Human Resources Summit! This popular half-day event features health care and human resources leaders discussing the key issues and data that your business needs to consider to thrive in these uncertain times. Join fellow members […]
Create Great Connections: Silent Observer Reception with New GRPD Police Chief Eric Winstrom Silent Observer and the Grand Rapids Chamber invite you to attend a welcome reception for new Grand Rapids Police Chief, Eric Winstrom. Join fellow business and community leaders on Thursday, March 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. to personally meet Chief […]