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SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Policy Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Rapids Policy Conference is a platform to discuss Grand Rapids’ future and the issues we must tackle as a community to support a vibrant future. Local\, regional\, and national thought leaders will share insights into the policies to create a thriving and prosperous West Michigan for all. \nDuring this event\, attendees will hear from the Mayor of Grand Rapids and his vision for the city. Michigan House of Representatives Speaker Matt Hall will discuss key policies that matter to West Michigan. Sam Cummings of CWD will highlight an innovative approach turn office space into housing. Special guest Marc Eichenbaum will travel in from Houston\, Texas\, to share insights into ending chronic homelessness. The full agenda is below. \nThis event is for business leaders\, policymakers\, community stakeholders\, and anyone invested in shaping the future of Grand Rapids and West Michigan. \nConsider purchasing a Member Corporate Table \n\nIncludes 10 tickets\, preferred seating\, and your logo displayed on the table.\nIndividual tickets are available as well.\nClick here to purchase tickets.\n\nEvent Agenda\n7:30 a.m. – Registration\, Networking\, & Buffet Breakfast \n8:00 a.m. – Welcome from the Public Policy Committee Chair\nHannah Naltner\, Senior Vice President of Organizational Strategy and General Counsel\, RDV \n8:05 a.m. – Driving Growth & Opportunity: Policies for Vibrant Business Environment\, a Talented Michigan\, and a Place to Call Home\nJoshua Lunger\, Vice President of Government Affairs\, Grand Rapids Chamber \n8:15 a.m. – Remarks from the Mayor\nDavid LaGrand\, Mayor\, City of Grand Rapids \n8:30 a.m. – A Conversation with the Mayor\nModerated Q&A by Rick Baker\, President & CEO\, Grand Rapids Chamber \n8:45 a.m. – Bridge to Our Future: The Community Master Plan\nMark Washington\, City Manager\, City of Grand Rapids \n9:05 a.m. – Policy in Practice\nBen Greene\, Chair of Board of Commissioners\, Kent County \n9:15 a.m. – Break & Networking \n9:30 a.m. – Discussion: State Policies that Matter to West Michigan\nSpeaker Matt Hall\, Michigan House of Representatives \n9:55 a.m. – Introduction of Housing Policies Moving the Needle\nBrooke Oosterman\, Executive Director\, Housing Next \n10:05 a.m. – Converting Office to Housing\nSam Cummings\, Managing Partner\, CWD \n10:50 a.m. – Houston’s Transformation in Solving Homelessness Conversation\nMarc Eichenbaum\, Former Special Advisor to the Mayor of Houston\, Texas \n11:30 a.m. – Closing Remarks & Call to Action\nRick Baker\, President & CEO\, Grand Rapids Chamber
URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/grand-rapids-policy-conference/
LOCATION:Amway Grand Plaza Hotel\, 187 Monroe Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, State\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & Government Affairs,Annual Events & Summits
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SUMMARY:137th Annual Meeting: The State of Grand Rapids Business
DESCRIPTION:Your Grand Rapids Chamber has been the voice of West Michigan business for 137 years. \nAt our 137th Annual Meeting\, you’ll hear about how the Grand Rapids Chamber is working to inform\, connect and advocate for West Michigan businesses and support business growth\, build strong relationships\, and create a thriving and prosperous West Michigan for all. \nThis event is nearly sold out! Save your seat now to join over 1\,000 community members and: \n\nGather insights\, data points\, and forecasts on the local economy.\nLearn what we can do to enhance community vibrancy and make West Michigan even better for business.\nNetwork with 1\,000+ Chamber members and business leaders.\nHear regional economic data and forecasts to help guide your planning.\nListen to expert discussions on critical issues like housing\, talent\, and removing barriers to growth.\n\n\nEvent Agenda\n7:30 a.m. – Registration and Networking\n8:10 a.m. – Welcome and Breakfast \nJoe Hune\, Vice President & President of West Michigan and Upper Peninsula\, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan \nTanell Hills\, Senior Community Liaison\, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan \n8:35 a.m. – Opening Remarks from your 2024 Board Chair \nJames Byl\, Founder/Owner\, Multi-Automatic Tool & Supply Co. \n8:40 a.m. – Remarks from your Chamber President & CEO \nRick Baker\, President & CEO\, Grand Rapids Chamber \n8:50 a.m. – Your 2025 Board Chair: Community Vibrancy and Your Business \nJen Crowley\, Owner & Chief Marketing Officer\, Highland Group \n9:00 a.m. – Data on the State of the Region \nDiana Lawson\, Dean\, Seidman College of Business\, Grand Valley State University \n9:10 a.m. – Key Efforts to Support Community Vibrancy \nHousing \nBrooke Oosterman\, Executive Director\, Housing Next \nLauren Davis\, President\, West Michigan Region\, Huntington Bank \nThe 100 in 100 Initiative \nJoshua Lunger\, Vice President of Government Affairs\, Grand Rapids Chamber \nCourtney Myers-Keaton\, Director\, Grand Rapids Area Coalition to End Homelessness \nTransformational Projects \nKyle Van Andel\, Foundation Associate/Outreach Director\, Van Andel Family Foundation \nTodd Custer\, President & CEO\, Custer \nA Strong Business Environment \nGreg McNeilly\, CEO\, The Windquest Group \nRick Baker\, President & CEO Grand Rapids Chamber \n9:55 a.m.- Final Words \n10:00 a.m. – Adjourn \nState of the Region Report\nRead about the key findings from the Grand Rapids Chambers 2025 report.\n\nClick Here
URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/annual-meeting/
LOCATION:DeVos Place\, 303 Monroe Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & Government Affairs,Annual Events & Summits,Economic Growth,Talent & Human Resources,Talent Development
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