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.
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 the highest […]
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.
Business Exchange Luncheon
Watermark Country Club 5500 Cascade Road SE, 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
Diversify Your Spend Business Showcase & After Hours
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesThe Diversify Your Spend Business Showcase & After Hours enhances supplier diversity and procurement connections in our West Michigan community. Why it matters: The showcase will consist of historically underrepresented businesses (owned by racial minorities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, veterans, women, people with disabilities, people with neurodiversity, and more) to increase diverse spending and expand procurement databases […]
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 Webinar
Zoom WebinarThe 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.
Chamber 101
Grand Rapids Chamber 250 Monroe Ave, Grand Rapids Chamber, MI, United StatesChamber 101 is designed for members looking to begin, continue or further involvement with the Chamber. This program walks Grand Rapids professionals through everything there is to know about the Grand Rapids Chamber offerings and how to get involved in our vibrant business community.
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!
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.
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 […]
2024 Diversity & Talent Summit
JW Marriott Grand Rapids: International Ballroom 235 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesThe Diversity & Talent Summit explores the latest DEI trends to enhance business success in an increasingly diverse and global community. The summit will focus on leading practices to attract, retain, and develop a dynamic workforce in today's competitive marketplace. The summit features subject matter experts who will share proven strategies on how to advance […]
