BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Grand Rapids Chamber - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://grandrapids.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Grand Rapids Chamber REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260611T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260611T133000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195324 CREATED:20260507T204526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T204526Z UID:10000499-1781175600-1781184600@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:West Michigan M365 User Group 2026 Q2 Meetup DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/west-michigan-m365-user-group-2026-q2-meetup/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026-Q2-Meetup-West-MI-M365-User-Group-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="InsITe":MAILTO:dean.sternik@trustedinsite.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260618T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260618T133000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T135811Z UID:10000445-1781782200-1781789400@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Business Exchange Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/business-exchange-luncheon-6-18/ LOCATION:Sunnybrook Country Club\, 624 Port Sheldon Rd\, Grandville\, MI\, 49418\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Graphic-BEX-6.18.26-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260618T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260618T180000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20260427T162914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T162914Z UID:10000481-1781798400-1781805600@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Ending Homelessness: A Celebration of Impact DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/ending-homelessness-a-celebration-of-impact/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Advocacy & Government Affairs,Annual Events & Summits,Complimentary Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/GRC_Ending-Homelessness-2026-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260623T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260623T113000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T171305Z UID:10000425-1782207000-1782214200@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Making It Work: The Essentials for Professional Women DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/athena-leadership-forum-6-23/ LOCATION:Watermark Country Club\, 1600 Galbraith Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546\, United States CATEGORIES:Talent & Human Resources ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Graphic-ATHENA-Leadership-Forum-06.23.26-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260624T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260624T170000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T172227Z UID:10000434-1782316800-1782320400@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Chamber Happy Hour DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/chamber-happy-hour-6-24/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Complimentary Events,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/GRAPHIC-CHH-06.24.26-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260625T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260625T100000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T144152Z UID:10000419-1782374400-1782381600@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Chamber Issues Forum: Childcare & Public Spaces for Public Good DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/chamber-issues-forum-6-25/ LOCATION:The Information Center at The Rapid Central Station\, 250 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW\, Grand Rapids\, 49503-4005\, United States CATEGORIES:Advocacy & Government Affairs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/GRC_CIF-June-Graphic-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260628T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260628T170000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20260506T185845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T185845Z UID:10000487-1782648000-1782666000@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Break Into Your Pride- 3rd Year DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/break-into-your-pride-3rd-year/ LOCATION:Break Room Therapy\, 7988 Clyde Park AVE SW\, Byron Center\, MI\, 49315\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Your-paragraph-text.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T133000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T135826Z UID:10000446-1784201400-1784208600@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Business Exchange Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/business-exchange-luncheon-7-16/ LOCATION:Sunnybrook Country Club\, 624 Port Sheldon Rd\, Grandville\, MI\, 49418\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Graphic-BEX-7.16.26-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T143000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20260511T125204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T125204Z UID:10000500-1784206800-1784212200@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Security Awareness Basics – Webinar DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/security-awareness-basics-webinar/ LOCATION:MI CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Security-Awareness-Basics-Graphic-2-1536x949-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="InsITe":MAILTO:dean.sternik@trustedinsite.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260720T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260720T183000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T193730Z UID:10000403-1784530800-1784572200@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:The Chamber Open DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/the-chamber-open-2026/ LOCATION:The Golf Club at Thornapple Pointe\, 7211 48th St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49512\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Events & Summits,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Graphic-The-Chamber-Open-07.20.26-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260728T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260728T103000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T195417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T175026Z UID:10000390-1785227400-1785234600@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Talent & Human Resources Workshop DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/talent-human-resources-workshop-7-28/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Talent & Human Resources ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/GRC_TCW-Graphic-July-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260729T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260729T170000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T172236Z UID:10000435-1785340800-1785344400@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Chamber Happy Hour DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/chamber-happy-hour-7-29/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Complimentary Events,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/GRAPHIC-CHH-07.29.26-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260806T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260806T180000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20260211T163013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T194955Z UID:10000379-1786019400-1786039200@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:West Michigan Housing Summit DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/west-michigan-housing-summit-2026/ LOCATION:Richard M. DeVos Center\, GVSU’s Pew Campus\, 401 Fulton St W\, Grand Rapids\, 49504\, United States CATEGORIES:Advocacy & Government Affairs,Annual Events & Summits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/GRC_WMHS-2026-Graphic-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260807T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260807T103000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T171945Z UID:10000456-1786096800-1786098600@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:First Friday Update DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/first-friday-update-8-7/ LOCATION:Zoom Webinar CATEGORIES:Advocacy & Government Affairs,Complimentary Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/GRC_FFU-August-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260812T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260812T160000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T180141Z UID:10000417-1786545000-1786550400@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Chamber 101 DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/chamber-101-8-12/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Complimentary Events,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Chamber-101-August.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260819T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260819T110000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20260211T164115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T204320Z UID:10000462-1787128200-1787137200@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Business Transition: From Value Building to Exit Strategies DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/business-transition-from-value-building-to-exit-strategies/ LOCATION:Anonymous Zoom Webinar CATEGORIES:Economic Growth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Business-Transition-Webinar-Series.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260819T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260819T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T162849Z UID:10000412-1787137200-1787144400@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:OutPro Forum DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/outpro-forum-8-19/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking,Talent & Human Resources ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Graphic-OutPro-08.19.26-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260820T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260820T133000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T135835Z UID:10000447-1787225400-1787232600@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Business Exchange Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/business-exchange-luncheon-8-20/ LOCATION:Calvin University – Prince Conference Center\, 1800 E Beltline Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Graphic-BEX-8.20.26-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260826T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260826T150000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20260211T164053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T203501Z UID:10000461-1787749200-1787756400@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Business Acquisition: From Search to Purchase DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/business-acquisition-from-search-to-purchase/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Economic Growth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Business-Acquisition-Workshop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260826T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260826T170000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T172242Z UID:10000436-1787760000-1787763600@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Chamber Happy Hour DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/chamber-happy-hour-8-26/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Complimentary Events,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/GRAPHIC-CHH-08.26.26-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260827T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260827T100000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T164829Z UID:10000420-1787817600-1787824800@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Chamber Issues Forum DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/chamber-issues-forum-8-27/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Advocacy & Government Affairs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/GRC_CIF-August-Graphic-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260903T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260903T100000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T195103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T135847Z UID:10000440-1788422400-1788429600@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Business Exchange Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/business-exchange-breakfast-9-3/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/BEX-SEPTEMBER-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260903T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260903T180000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T171621Z UID:10000428-1788451200-1788458400@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:West Michigan Minority Contractors DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/west-michigan-minority-contractors-9-3/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Complimentary Events,Economic Growth,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Graphic-WMMC-09.03.26-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260904T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260904T103000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T171951Z UID:10000457-1788516000-1788517800@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:First Friday Update DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/first-friday-update-9-4/ LOCATION:Zoom Webinar CATEGORIES:Advocacy & Government Affairs,Complimentary Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/GRC_FFU-September-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T100000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T171903Z UID:10000415-1789027200-1789034400@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Latina Connect DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/latina-connect-9-10/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Talent & Human Resources ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Graphic-Latina-Connect-09.10.26-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T163000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T195254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T195254Z UID:10000408-1789045200-1789057800@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:LeadUp Fall Cohort Kickoff DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/leadup-fall/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Talent Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/NEW-Graphic-Lead-Up.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T163000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T195328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T195328Z UID:10000411-1789390800-1789403400@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Women In Leadership Fall Cohort Kickoff DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/women-in-leadership-fall/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Talent Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Women-In-Leadership-Landscape.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260915T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260915T103000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T172446Z UID:10000423-1789461000-1789468200@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Business Growth Workshop DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/business-growth-workshop-9-15/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Economic Growth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Graphic-BGW-09.15.26.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T133000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T194549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T135857Z UID:10000448-1789644600-1789651800@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Business Exchange Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/business-exchange-luncheon-9-17/ LOCATION:Calvin University – Prince Conference Center\, 1800 E Beltline Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Graphic-BEX-9.17.26-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260921T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260921T090000 DTSTAMP:20260516T195325 CREATED:20251203T195142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T172634Z UID:10000384-1789975800-1789981200@grandrapids.org SUMMARY:Breakfast With Legislators DESCRIPTION:Registration & Pricing\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hello\, is this the event you’re looking for? Join us\, we’ll be dancing on the ceiling. The Create Great Leaders Annual Party is a celebration and opportunity for alumni from all of the Chamber’s leadership programs to reconnect and build a sense of community. This year’s celebration will coincide with the Leadership Grand Rapids Class of 2026 graduation and honor a community trustee in our alumni network. What to expect: Great networking space and easy connections with appetizers + drinks.Support future leaders with the chance to win local items through a raffle and silent auction benefitting the leadership program scholarship fund.The chance to mingle with attendees from all of our leadership programs: Emerging Leaders\, Women in Leadership\, Lead Up\, and Leadership Grand Rapids.This is a celebration! This day also marks the completion of the 2026 Leadership Grand Rapids program and celebrates our newest community trustees. These leaders will join a prestigious group of alumni stepping up to make Grand Rapids a more thriving and prosperous place for all. We will also celebrate the 2026 Community Trustee Award recipient\, who has been selected for their dedication to growing and supporting our region. This night coincides with the grand opening of the Acrisure Amphitheater and the Lionel Richie concert\, and we have good news. If you’re attending the concert\, you can beat the crowds and park all night long at Studio Park and walk to the amphitheater.If you’re not attending the concert\, you can stick around for the nightshift\, and enjoy the free tailgate party happening at Studio Park prior to the show.Come for the connections\, stay for the celebration\, and leave truly inspired. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Trustee Award Recipient \n \n \n \n Carlos Sanchez \n \n \n \n Executive DirectorCasa Latina at Davenport University \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n Lead Supporter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chamber Champion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Speakers \n \n \n \n Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet\, consectetur adipiscing elit\, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam\, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/breakfast-with-legislators-9-21/ LOCATION:Grand Rapids Chamber\, 250 Monroe Ave\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Advocacy & Government Affairs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grandrapids.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/GRC_BWL-September-2026-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR