Dr. Kathryn Rogalski, President of Grand Rapids Community College, joins Chamber Voices Live from the 2026 CEO Summit to discuss the role higher education plays in building strong communities and a strong workforce. Drawing on more than 25 years in community colleges, Dr. Rogalski shares her perspective on connecting education with career opportunities, supporting employer talent pipelines, and creating meaningful economic impact. She also shares a leadership lesson that has shaped her career: strong leaders don’t go it alone.
Recorded live at the 2026 West Michigan CEO Summit, Andy Johnston sits down with Jon DeWys, CEO of DeWys Manufacturing, to discuss why lasting impact starts with small, intentional actions. Jon shares how investing in people, building talent from within, and embracing innovation are shaping the future of manufacturing in West Michigan.
Recorded live at the 2026 West Michigan CEO Summit, Andy Johnston sits down with Tim Shields, CEO of Kentwood Office Furniture, to discuss what it means to create impact that matters. Tim shares how employee ownership shapes company culture, why investing in people and community drives long-term success, and the leadership principles helping guide Kentwood into its next chapter.
Recorded live at the 2026 West Michigan CEO Summit, Andy Johnston sits down with Tim Weststrate, Director of External & Legislative Affairs, to discuss how long-term investment, innovation, and leadership create lasting impact. Tim shares why connection is at the heart of thriving communities, the future of telecommunications, and the leadership lessons that have shaped his career.
We’re with Dr. Cristian Brutten, sharing his journey from Brazil to West Michigan, building businesses across multiple industries, and the leadership philosophy that drives his success.
Krista shares her biggest takeaways from the day, the importance of turning information into action, and why West Michigan’s culture of leadership and collaboration continues to drive progress.
A leadership journey from the tech world to leading a 100% employee-owned company here in West Michigan, along with the lessons that shaped her along the way.
Let’s sit down with the owner and Chief Marketing Officer of Highland Group and 2025 Grand Rapids Chamber Board Chair, to talk about intentional leadership, the value of Chamber engagement, and why strong communities are built when business leaders lean in.
