Business Exchange Luncheon
Waddell Center 1115 Taylor Ave N, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesCreate Great Connections: Business Exchange Luncheon The 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. Facilitators walk attendees through conversations at one table during lunch, and another after lunch. Expo tables and open networking […]
Virtual Town Hall: Kent County Housing Needs Assessment
Zoom WebinarCreate Great Policy: Kent County Housing Needs Assessment There is a lot of noise that the economy is slowing, but as the fastest growing region in the state, West Michigan isn't slowing down. Updated data for Ottawa County in 2021 showed that despite significant progress in increasing housing supply, demand doubled. With this shift in […]
Kickoff: Women in Leadership Cohort
Create Great Leaders: Women in Leadership Women in Leadership challenges participants to step out of their comfort zones and learn more about how they can step up their leadership skills, while also looking deeper within. Based on research and trends, this workshop will empower participants to shatter the glass ceiling and achieve their goals. The […]
Virtual Town Hall: Minimum Wage & Paid Medical Leave
Zoom WebinarCreate Great Policy: Minimum Wage & Paid Medical Leave Join us for a one hour webinar during which legal experts will discuss: • Possible changes to minimum wage and paid medical leave laws and the impact on employers • Where things stand in the courts Members will gain insight into what they should do to […]
The New Way of Work: Human Resources Workshop
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesCreate Great Business: Human Resources Workshop Keeping top talent is one of the most challenging and rewarding parts of running a successful company. Our Human Resources Workshop will zoom in on key areas of employee management including: Successful Onboarding of New Employees Managing the Employee Experience Becoming an Employer of Choice Best Practices of Recruitment […]
Canceled CANCELED: Hump Day Happy Hour
Grand Rapids Chamber Work Café 250 MONROE AVE NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesPlease note that the February 22 Hump Day Happy Hour is canceled due to weather. If you have any questions, please contact Drake Lambright at drake@grandrapids.org. The Grand Rapids Chamber is hosting a happy hour in our Work Café to build a sense of community between our members and staff. Gather ’round for free beer […]
Virtual Town Hall: Michigan Housing Tools
Zoom WebinarCreate Great Policy: Michigan Housing Tools Michigan now has new tools to support new construction and preservation of housing with a focus on affordability. The goal of the legislation is to provide developers and local leaders the tools they need to overcome barriers to development and increase housing options for current and future residents. Join […]
Diversity & Talent Webinar Series
Zoom WebinarCreate Great Inclusion: Diversity & Talent Webinar Series Leading with Self-Awareness: Moving from Welcoming to Belonging Spaces A firm sense of belonging is a critical aspect of creating organizational culture that supports the longevity, wellbeing, and innovation of staff. To attract and retain the best talent, leaders must be equipped to create belonging spaces for […]
Business Exchange Luncheon
Postma Center at Pine Rest 300 68th St SE, Building C, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesCreate Great Connections: Business Exchange Luncheon The 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. Facilitators walk attendees through conversations at one table during lunch, and another after lunch. Expo tables and open networking […]
Monthly Government Affairs Update
Zoom MeetingCreate Great Policy: Monthly Government Affairs Update On 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 […]
Chamber 101
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesCreate Great Connections: Chamber 101 Chamber 101 is designed for members looking to begin, continue or further involvement with the Chamber. This event allows members to learn about the different Chamber offerings and how to start getting involved to make the most of your membership. This program will walk you through everything there is to […]
Health Care & Human Resources Summit
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel: Ambassador Ballroom 187 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesCreate Great Policy: 2023 Health Care & Human Resources Summit Join us for this half-day event featuring health care and human resources leaders discussing key issues and data your business needs to thrive. Explore the latest trends in health care, talent attraction & retention through benefits, changes in the workplace due to the pandemic, health […]
