Talent Development
Kickoff: Lead Up Spring Cohort
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesLead Up is designed to guide new managers through the concepts, principles, and best practices necessary for a successful transition
Leadership Lesson Breakfast
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesLeadership Lesson Breakfasts feature strong community trustees and leaders sharing valuable leadership lessons.
OutPro Celebration
Goei Center 818 Butterworth St SW, Grand Rapids, MIOutPro promotes a welcoming culture for LGBTQIA+ individuals in the West Michigan business community and offers opportunities for education and networking with an emphasis on policy impact, assisting businesses, and creating a more inclusive and welcoming work environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals. Mark your calendar for Thursday, March 21 and join us for the first OutPro […]
Kickoff: Emerging Leaders Spring Cohort
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesGrow your career and becoming actively engaged in the community. Emerging Leaders offers the ideal setting to expand your horizons.
Latina Connect / Latinas en Conexión
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesEmbrace the Growth: Thriving Through Discomfort In a world that constantly challenges us, learning to thrive amidst discomfort is an essential skill. This Latina Connect forum is designed to empower participants with strategies and insights to embrace discomfort as a catalyst for personal and professional growth. Through interactive exercises, reflective discussions, and practical strategies, attendees […]
Diversity & Talent Webinar: How Our Culture Impacts Our Workplace
Zoom Webinar'Nice and Exclusionary' – How Our Culture Impacts Our Workplace The politeness that comes with our "West Michigan nice" culture is loved by locals and visitors alike, but how does it impact our true selves at work? Join us to hear from Misti Stanton, VP, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer at Mercantile Bank to discuss […]
ATHENA Leadership Forum
The High Five GR 19 LaGrave Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesGlobal Women: a 3-Story Panel Join us at our next ATHENA Leadership Forum and connect authentically with other women leaders! Meet three gifted women who are reshaping contemporary narratives, corporate strategies, and community culture: Rebekah Bakker, a South Korean-born adoptee Jennifer Plante Johnson, storyteller and filmmaker Ekta Rajgarhia, a Southeast Asian businesswoman The conversation will […]
Diversity & Talent Webinar: A Global Approach to Diversify Your Skilled Workforce
Zoom WebinarExpand your applicant pool and fill critical talent needs while also cultivating a diverse workforce that brings a global perspective. Join us Tuesday, June 25 to learn how new innovative training programs can make it easier and more accessible to hire current and recently graduated international students. Hear from talent experts Dennis Beste, Program Director at […]
OutPro Forum: Best Practices for Employee Resource Groups
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs) can greatly enhance the engagement of your employees, create a sense of belonging, and drive key community outreach initiatives that exceed your diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals. Hear from a panel of leaders who will share best practices and how to create an ERG program that truly makes an impact […]
Cultivating Authenticity in the Workplace: Diversity & Talent Workshop (In-Person)
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesJoin us for a second session of exploring the impact of "West Michigan nice" on our true selves at work. Whether you attended the first session or are joining us for the first time, this workshop will provide valuable insights and practical strategies for fostering authenticity in the workplace. Engage in thought-provoking discussions and activities […]
Create Great Leaders Annual Party
LMCU Ballpark Pepsi Stadium Club & Miller Lite Deck 4500 W River Dr NE, Comstock Park, Michigan, United StatesCalling all past, present and future participants of the Grand Rapids Chamber’s Create Great Leaders programs! We invite you to join us for the Create Great Leaders Annual Party. Reunite with classmates and build new relationships while supporting future program scholarships. Ticket sales and other fundraising activities will help provide scholarships to deserving participants in […]
Kickoff: Lead Up Fall Cohort
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesLead Up is designed to guide new managers through the concepts, principles, and best practices necessary for a successful transition
