The Grand Rapids Chamber has formed several Minority Business Councils to bring together diverse leaders and create an inclusive culture in the West Michigan community...
Just the mention of a diversity training can bring up a sense of dread in employees, executives, and DEI professionals alike. As a never ending...
The Grand Rapids Chamber has welcomed Andre Daley as their new Director of Inclusion. In this role, Andre is responsible for overseeing diversity, equity, and...
Solutions for Today, Strategies for Tomorrow The Grand Rapids Chamber’s Diversity & Talent Summit returns on Tuesday, November 16. The agenda features speakers who will...
It’s Pride Month, and like most members of the LGBTQIA+ community, I’m celebrating the occasion. Still, like several others in my community, there was a...
May is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. As we celebrate and honor those in our community and our country in the AAPI community,...
In June 2020, Kent County announced the Kent County Small Business Recovery Program. The program worked to quickly and efficiently distribute short-term financial support to...
Ken James holds the only Executive Diversity Certification in West Michigan Grand Rapids, Michigan – Grand Rapids Chamber director of inclusion, Ken James has obtained...
This post was written by Emily Smith, Inclusion Manager for the Grand Rapids Chamber, in recognition of Black History Month. During Black History Month, we...
This post was written by Ken James, Director of Inclusion for the Grand Rapids Chamber, in recognition of Black History Month. Working on behalf of...