Diversity & Inclusion
35th Annual ATHENA Awards Celebration
JW Marriott Grand Rapids: International Ballroom 235 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesThe ATHENA Awards Celebration honors those who embody, encourage and promote the inclusion of women. Join us for an afternoon of celebration, inspiration, networking, and announcing our ATHENA award recipients. About the Awards: The ATHENA Leadership Award is presented to an exceptional leader whose dedication to professional excellence, community service, and empowerment of women exemplifies […]
OutPro Forum: Understanding Intersectionality
Cook-DeVos Center for Health Sciences 301 Michigan St NE, Grand Rapids, MIAn important piece of understanding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is recognizing the significance of intersectionality. Join OutPro for a facilitated workshop by Grand Valley State University DEI leaders to help better understand the interconnected nature of identities, especially for the LGBTQIA+ community. OutPro promotes a welcoming culture for LGBTQIA+ individuals in the West Michigan business community […]
Diversity & Talent Workshop
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesThe Diversity & Talent Series will address various talent needs of the West Michigan business community. The series will also focus on the different ways to attract and retain top talent and include best practices in DEI. Join us Tuesday, October 29 to hear from Angie Stewart, Regional Director for DEI at Trinity Health.
2024 Diversity & Talent Summit
JW Marriott Grand Rapids: International Ballroom 235 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesThe 2024 Diversity and Talent Summit, themed "Fostering Inclusive Leadership: Innovate, Inspire, Include" is one of the Chamber's signature events, designed to bring together thought leaders, executives, and HR professionals. The summit will explore innovative strategies for talent acquisition and advancing Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) within the workplace.This year's focus is on driving […]
West Michigan Minority Contractors
The Christman Company 801 Broadway Ave NW Ste 300, Grand Rapids, MIConnect with peers and gain potential business referrals at West Michigan Minority Contractors After Hours! This casual networking and informational event will bring together buyers and remove barriers for smaller construction companies to enter the market. Presenting companies include: The Christman Company Clark Construction Freedom Construction
ATHENA Leadership Forum
The Harris Building 111 Division Ave South, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesATHENA Leadership Forums provide an opportunity for women leaders to connect authentically across roles, communities, and sectors. Each forum is inspired from one of the eight ATHENA Principles and can include a variety of formats such as guest speakers, panels, breakouts and more. Learn more about ATHENA Grand Rapids here. **Note: This forum is an […]
