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SUMMARY:Business Exchange Luncheon
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. During 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. This event is for business leaders\, policymakers\, community stakeholders\, and anyone invested in shaping the future of Grand Rapids and West Michigan. Consider purchasing a Member Corporate Table Includes 10 tickets\, preferred seating\, and your logo displayed on the table.Individual tickets are available as well. Click here to purchase tickets.								\n				\n				\n				\n									Event Agenda7:30 a.m. – Registration\, Networking\, & Buffet Breakfast 8:00 a.m. – Welcome from the Public Policy Committee ChairHannah Naltner\, Senior Vice President of Organizational Strategy and General Counsel\, RDV 8:05 a.m. – Driving Growth & Opportunity: Policies for Vibrant Business Environment\, a Talented Michigan\, and a Place to Call HomeJoshua Lunger\, Vice President of Government Affairs\, Grand Rapids Chamber 8:15 a.m. – Remarks from the MayorDavid LaGrand\, Mayor\, City of Grand Rapids 8:30 a.m. – A Conversation with the MayorModerated Q&A by Rick Baker\, President & CEO\, Grand Rapids Chamber 8:45 a.m. – Bridge to Our Future: The Community Master PlanMark Washington\, City Manager\, City of Grand Rapids 9:05 a.m. – Policy in PracticeBen Greene\, Chair of Board of Commissioners\, Kent County 9:15 a.m. – Break & Networking 9:30 a.m. – Discussion: State Policies that Matter to West MichiganSpeaker Matt Hall\, Michigan House of Representatives 9:55 a.m. – Introduction of Housing Policies Moving the NeedleBrooke Oosterman\, Executive Director\, Housing Next 10:05 a.m. – Converting Office to HousingSam Cummings\, Managing Partner\, CWD 10:50 a.m. – Houston’s Transformation in Solving Homelessness ConversationMarc Eichenbaum\, Former Special Advisor to the Mayor of Houston\, Texas 11:30 a.m. – Closing Remarks & Call to ActionRick Baker\, President & CEO\, Grand Rapids Chamber
URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/business-exchange-luncheon-12-17/
LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport\, 5700 28th St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546-6976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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