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.
Hump Day Happy Hour
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesJoin us the last Wednesday of the month from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. for Hump Day Happy Hour!
Virtual Town Hall: New Overtime Rule
Virtual MIIs your organization prepared for the proposed changes in the Department of Labor's Overtime Rule? Join us for a one-hour webinar during which Ashleigh Draft, an attorney and employment law expert from Varnum Law will discuss: • Proposed changes to the Department of Labor’s Overtime Rule • Potential impacts of the rule changes • Steps […]
First Friday Update
Zoom MeetingOn the first Friday of every month, our Government Affairs team hosts a 30-minute virtual meeting to briefly highlight key issues and stay in communication about our top priorities. Join us from 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m for a brief virtual conversation. Sign up below to register and stay in touch for these monthly updates.
Virtual Town Hall: Basic Digital Skills
Virtual MIWhat digital barriers do your applicants face when applying for jobs? At this virtual town hall, regional business leaders will share how they are addressing digital skills through digital inclusion efforts. We'll hear from panelists who will identify the gaps in upskilling and reskilling our West Michigan talent pool and how we can make sure […]
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 […]
Business Exchange Luncheon
Postma Center at Pine Rest 300 68th St SE, Building C, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesThe Chamber’s most popular networking event provides members and future members with facilitated networking as well as an opportunity to leave the event with at least 14 new, quality leads
West Michigan Minority Contractors: Accounting Essentials
The ROC at Rockford Construction 601 First St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesSave time and gain financial confidence by mastering accounting essentials at our next West Michigan Minority Contractors Workshop. Join us Thursday, April 18 to hear from Jennifer Price, Controller at Rockford Construction on accounting best practices for contractors (payroll, taxes, and beyond)! Get the inside scoop on upcoming construction projects, including: The Grand Rapids Soccer […]
HR On A Small Business Budget – Business Growth Workshop
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesBusiness Growth Workshops give business owners key tools to succeed by covering important topics like finances, operations, marketing, and more.
Chamber Open House & After Hours
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesCome see the Chamber's workspace and network with other Chamber members!
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 […]
