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Talent & Human Resources Summit

November 10 @ 7:30 am - 11:30 am
The Grand Rapids Chamber's event Talent & Human Resources Summit 2026

The Grand Rapids Chamber‘s Talent & Human Resources Summit is one of West Michigan’s premier gatherings for HR professionals, executives, and people leaders committed to shaping the future of work.

This signature event brings together thought leaders and industry experts to explore the latest trends and strategies in talent acquisition, retention, employee engagement, and organizational culture. Attendees will gain practical tools and insights to strengthen their people strategies, foster belonging, and build workplaces where both employees and organizations thrive.

Whether you’re leading HR initiatives, developing leaders, or driving organizational change, the Talent & Human Resources Summit offers inspiration, connection, and actionable solutions to meet the evolving needs of today’s workforce.

Join us as we advance West Michigan’s talent and leadership excellence together.

2026 Speakers

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Headshot of Aaron Einfeld

Aaron Einfeld, PhD

Founder & Executive Coach

Awaken Leadership Solutions

Adam Dee, FSA, MAAA Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB) at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Adam Dee

Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB)

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Headshot of Aida Dismondy

Aida Dismondy

Senior Counsel

Warner, Norcross + Judd, LLP

Al Vanderberg

County Administrator

Kent County, MI

Headshot of Al Vanderberg

Al Vanderberg

County Administrator/Controller

Kent County

Alberto Garza

Owner

General Wood Shop

Alex Belding

CRO & Co-Founder

WebriQ

Headshot of Ali Anderson

Ali Anderson

CEO

CraftCo.

ATHENA Finalist Alison Mast

Alison Mast

President of West Michigan

Northern Trust

Headshot of Allie Walker of Truscott Rossman

Allie Walker

President

Truscott Rossman

Headshot of Amanda Hentsch

Amanda Hentsch

Director of Membership

Grand Rapids Chamber

Headshot of Amy Lee

Amy Lee

Executive Dean of Collaborative Programs

Michigan Community College Association; Director, EPiC Consortium

Amy Rencher Headshot

Amy Rencher

Senior Vice President

Amy Taylor

President

Columbus Downtown Development Corporation and Capitol South

Ana Espinzoa Headshot

Ana Espinoza

Director of People Services

Feyen Zylstra

2026 Panelists

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Headshot of Aaron Einfeld

Aaron Einfeld, PhD

Founder & Executive Coach

Awaken Leadership Solutions

Adam Dee, FSA, MAAA Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB) at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Adam Dee

Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB)

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Headshot of Aida Dismondy

Aida Dismondy

Senior Counsel

Warner, Norcross + Judd, LLP

Al Vanderberg

County Administrator

Kent County, MI

Headshot of Al Vanderberg

Al Vanderberg

County Administrator/Controller

Kent County

Alberto Garza

Owner

General Wood Shop

Alex Belding

CRO & Co-Founder

WebriQ

Headshot of Ali Anderson

Ali Anderson

CEO

CraftCo.

ATHENA Finalist Alison Mast

Alison Mast

President of West Michigan

Northern Trust

Headshot of Allie Walker of Truscott Rossman

Allie Walker

President

Truscott Rossman

Headshot of Amanda Hentsch

Amanda Hentsch

Director of Membership

Grand Rapids Chamber

Headshot of Amy Lee

Amy Lee

Executive Dean of Collaborative Programs

Michigan Community College Association; Director, EPiC Consortium

Amy Rencher Headshot

Amy Rencher

Senior Vice President

Amy Taylor

President

Columbus Downtown Development Corporation and Capitol South

Ana Espinzoa Headshot

Ana Espinoza

Director of People Services

Feyen Zylstra

Event Sponsors

Premier Sponsor

Event Underwriter

Executive Sponsors

Chamber Champions

Inclusion Advocates

2026 Speakers

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Headshot of Aaron Einfeld

Aaron Einfeld, PhD

Founder & Executive Coach

Awaken Leadership Solutions

Adam Dee, FSA, MAAA Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB) at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Adam Dee

Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB)

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Headshot of Aida Dismondy

Aida Dismondy

Senior Counsel

Warner, Norcross + Judd, LLP

Al Vanderberg

County Administrator

Kent County, MI

Headshot of Al Vanderberg

Al Vanderberg

County Administrator/Controller

Kent County

Alberto Garza

Owner

General Wood Shop

Alex Belding

CRO & Co-Founder

WebriQ

Headshot of Ali Anderson

Ali Anderson

CEO

CraftCo.

ATHENA Finalist Alison Mast

Alison Mast

President of West Michigan

Northern Trust

Headshot of Allie Walker of Truscott Rossman

Allie Walker

President

Truscott Rossman

Headshot of Amanda Hentsch

Amanda Hentsch

Director of Membership

Grand Rapids Chamber

Headshot of Amy Lee

Amy Lee

Executive Dean of Collaborative Programs

Michigan Community College Association; Director, EPiC Consortium

Amy Rencher Headshot

Amy Rencher

Senior Vice President

Amy Taylor

President

Columbus Downtown Development Corporation and Capitol South

Ana Espinzoa Headshot

Ana Espinoza

Director of People Services

Feyen Zylstra

2026 Panelists

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Headshot of Aaron Einfeld

Aaron Einfeld, PhD

Founder & Executive Coach

Awaken Leadership Solutions

Adam Dee, FSA, MAAA Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB) at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Adam Dee

Vice President of Actuarial for Health Plan Business (HPB)

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Headshot of Aida Dismondy

Aida Dismondy

Senior Counsel

Warner, Norcross + Judd, LLP

Al Vanderberg

County Administrator

Kent County, MI

Headshot of Al Vanderberg

Al Vanderberg

County Administrator/Controller

Kent County

Alberto Garza

Owner

General Wood Shop

Alex Belding

CRO & Co-Founder

WebriQ

Headshot of Ali Anderson

Ali Anderson

CEO

CraftCo.

ATHENA Finalist Alison Mast

Alison Mast

President of West Michigan

Northern Trust

Headshot of Allie Walker of Truscott Rossman

Allie Walker

President

Truscott Rossman

Headshot of Amanda Hentsch

Amanda Hentsch

Director of Membership

Grand Rapids Chamber

Headshot of Amy Lee

Amy Lee

Executive Dean of Collaborative Programs

Michigan Community College Association; Director, EPiC Consortium

Amy Rencher Headshot

Amy Rencher

Senior Vice President

Amy Taylor

President

Columbus Downtown Development Corporation and Capitol South

Ana Espinzoa Headshot

Ana Espinoza

Director of People Services

Feyen Zylstra

Cost

Members:
$250

Non-Members:
$300

Member Corporate Table (10 attendees included):
$2,250

An additional $25 fee will be included for day-of registrations.

DETAILS

Date & Time:

November 10 @ 7:30 am - 11:30 am

VENUE

JW Marriott Grand Rapids

235 Louis St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 United States

616-242-1500

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