OutPro
As a champion for a diverse and inclusive community, the Chamber is proud to provide OutPro, an LGBTQ+ professionals group that can serve as both a resource to employers and employees, as well as an affinity group for the LGBTQ+ community. Learn more about how OutPro is all new for 2022 by checking out our latest article.
OutPro promotes a welcoming culture in the West Michigan community and offers social and professional networking opportunities throughout the city. OutPro events are attended by professionals at all career levels, representing a diversity of corporations, small businesses, and public and non-profit organizations.
Interested in joining the OutPro Council?
The OutPro Council meets on the third Tuesday of each month and helps with planning OutPro events throughout the year. The Council has spots for up to 15 members and is open to LGBTQ+ professionals and allies.
Those interested in participating in the OutPro Council should contact Monica Mendez, Talent Development Manager, at 616.771.0315 or [email protected].
OutPro Council Members
Kayla Benda, Oh Hello Branding Group
Wayne Bersano, New York Life Insurance
Roya Bruce, Steelcase
Courtney Failer, Warner Norcross + Judd LLP
Janelle Hill, Arbor Circle
Charissa Huang, Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge, PC
Carlos Kulas-Dominguez, Cherry Health
Rowan Leo, 8THIRTYFOUR Integrated Communications
Alan Burchfield, Meijer
Natalie Drew, Grand Valley State University/Aramark
Elisa Perez-Arellano, Inclusive Empowerment Services, LLC
Megan Persons, Grand Rapids Public Schools
Jeff Sorensen, Out On The Lakeshore
Resources
Check out our Empower Toolkit for a list of local, state, and national resources for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies.
check out the toolkit
Thank You to our 2022 OutPro Sponsors
