Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce

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Address: 250 Monroe Ave NW suite 150, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5PM Martin Luther King Jr. Day might affect these hoursMonday(Martin Luther King Jr. Day)8:30AM–5PMHours might differTuesday8:30AM–5PMWednesday8:30AM–5PMThursday8:30AM–5PMFriday8:30AM–5PMSaturdayClosedSundayClosedSuggest an edit Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Phone: (616) 771-0300: Place name: : : : Category: : : Website: Website: http://www.grandrapids.org/ Category: Chamber of Commerce Suggest an editUnable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo.

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Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Employees

Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Lizzie Williams Lizzie Williams Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Lizzie Williams's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience August 2010 - May 2012
Job Focused on communication, engagement, community and wellbeing
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Open Systems Technologies, Inc.   May 2012 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   August 2010 - May 2012
East Lansing Art Festival   August 2010 - August 2011
Williams Kitchen & Bath  May 2009 - August 2010
East Lansing Art Festival   September 2009 - May 2010

Skills
Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Community Engagement, InDesign, Photography, Internal & External..., Community Outreach, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Nonprofits, Digital Marketing, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, Management

Education
Michigan State University   2005 — 2009
B.A., Communication and Design

Tori Bennett Tori Bennett Orlando, Florida Details
Tori Bennett's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience September 2012 - September 2013
Job triSect
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
triSect Innovates   2015 - 2015
triSect Innovates   2015 - 2015
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   September 2012 - September 2013
Muskegon Lumberjacks  September 2011 - April 2012
Tampa Bay Lightning  March 2011 - October 2011
IMG  January 2010 - April 2011
Orlando Magic  2010 - 2011
BCBGMAXAZRIA Summers 2008,2009   June 2008 - August 2009
Walt Disney World  May 2006 - August 2008
Tiffany & Co  November 2006 - January 2007

Skills
Event Management, Ticket Sales, Sales

Education
Winthrop University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Integrated Marketing Communications

Dublin Business School   2009 — 2009
Business-Study Abroad

Lake Highland Prep School

Roberto Peña Roberto Peña Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Roberto Peña's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience June 2004 - November 2005
Job Global Business Conduct Lead
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
Amway International   November 2013 - Present
Amway  June 2010 - November 2013
AstraZeneca, LP  December 2005 - December 2009
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   June 2004 - November 2005
Century21 Pearson   2000 - 2005

Skills
Sales, Strategy, Training, Sales Operations, Business Planning, Negotiation, Networking, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Building Relationships, Key Account Management, Pharmaceutical Sales, Teamwork, CRM, Leadership Development, Management, Selling, Leadership, Coaching, Recruiting, Sales Management, Cold Calling, Business Development, Relationship Building

Education
Grand Valley State University   2000 — 2002
B.B.A, Double; Marketing and International Business

Ashley Abbott Bodien Ashley Abbott Bodien Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Ashley Abbott Bodien's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience February 2009 - September 2011
Job Communications Specialist at Kids' Food Basket
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Kids' Food Basket  December 2014 - Present
Kids' Food Basket  June 2012 - Present
M & K Quality Truck Sales   September 2011 - June 2012
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   February 2009 - September 2011
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan  September 2007 - August 2008

Skills
Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Fundraising, Marketing, Advertising, Community Development, Social Media Marketing, Non-profits, Newsletters, Social Media, Sales Management, Budgets, Volunteer Recruiting, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Social Networking, Management, Microsoft Office, Volunteer Management, Press Releases, Public Speaking, Sales, Nonprofits, Facebook, Leadership Development, Leadership, Team Building, Customer Service

Education
Ferris State University   2002 — 2008
Bachelors, Public Relations

Christian Verley Christian Verley Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Christian Verley's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience August 2012 - November 2012
Job Intervention Specialist and Varsity Defensive Coordinator at Ottawa Hills High School
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Ottawa Hills High School, G.R.P.S.   September 2013 - Present
Brown Hutcherson Ministries YEP   January 2011 - Present
Ottawa Hills High School  February 2013 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   August 2012 - November 2012
Jubilee Jobs Inc.   April 2009 - January 2010
Accurate Accounting  January 2008 - January 2009
Varnum LLP  May 2007 - August 2007

Skills
File Management, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Administrative..., Time Management, Program Coordination, Networking, Analytical Skills, Team Leadership, Team Management, Coaching, Player Development, Strength & Conditioning, Strategist, Leadership, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Program Development, Cold Calling, Public Speaking, Recruiting, Event Planning, Youth Development, Organizational..., Training, Community Development, Youth Mentoring, Fundraising, Budgets, Customer Service, Management, Social Networking, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Administration, Research, Communication, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Team Building

Education
Cornerstone University   2015 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Health/Health Care Administration/Management

Trine University, Angola Indiana   2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

Wayne State University   2006 — 2007
Business Administration and Management, General

Samantha Velting Samantha Velting Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Samantha Velting's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience January 2011 - June 2011
Job Aquatic Coach and Graphic Designer
Industry Recreational Facilities and Services
Experience
Kentwood Aquatic Center   January 2012 - Present
Kentwood Public Schools  January 2011 - Present
Distinct Image & Design   August 2008 - Present
Sunrise Senior Living  2012 - 2013
MCCS Camp Lejeune  August 2011 - December 2011
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2011 - June 2011

Skills
Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Branding, Public Speaking, Project Coordination

Education
University of Detroit Mercy   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Architecture, 3.85

Sarah Abel Sarah Abel Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Sarah Abel's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience August 2007 - May 2010
Job Development Communications Manager at Rockford Construction
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Rockford Construction  March 2015 - Present
Rockford Construction  September 2013 - March 2015
Saugatuck Center for the Arts  November 2011 - September 2013
Grand Rapids Public Museum  December 2010 - November 2011
Grand Rapids Public Museum  May 2010 - December 2010
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   August 2007 - May 2010
American Cancer Society  March 2006 - August 2007

Skills
Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Creative Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Community Relations, Results Oriented, Social Media Creation..., Community Leadership, Event Planning, Brand Communication, Campaign Development, Media Relations, High Energy, Social Media, Community Development, Goal Oriented, Campaigns, Press Releases, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Communications, Newsletters, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Marketing, Facebook, Online Marketing, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Publicity, Sponsorship, Community Outreach, Market Research, Strategy, Copywriting, Fundraising, Management, Social Networking, Event Management, CRM, Nonprofits, B2B Marketing, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications

Education
Northern Michigan University   2003 — 2005
Public Relations

Albion College   2002 — 2003

Mark Rumsey Mark Rumsey Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Mark Rumsey's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2005 - 2005
Job Artist, Creative Officer
Industry Fine Art
Experience
DMC Designs, LLC   December 2014 - Present
ARTIST  May 1996 - Present
Consultant/Freelance  2005 - Present
Kendall College of Art and Design  September 2008 - Present
Aquinas College  2015 - 2015
East Hills Council of Neighbors   December 2011 - September 2013
Grand Valley State University  August 2011 - December 2012
Grand Rapids Community Media Center  2010 - 2012
East Hills Council of Neighbors   July 2005 - August 2007
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2005 - 2005

Skills
Fine Art, Printmaking, Sculpture, Non-profit..., Program Management, Program Development, Curriculum Design, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, Grant Writing, Higher Education, Nonprofits, Teaching, Art, Editing, Community Outreach, Social Media, Creative Writing, Fundraising, Event Planning, Museums, Photography, Art Education, Graphic Design, Art History, Leadership

Education
Kendall College of Art and Design   2006 — 2008
MFA, Fine Art

Grand Valley State University   1992 — 1997
BFA, Fine Art, Philosophy

The Ohio State University   2000 — 2001
Landscape Architecture

Montana State University-Bozeman   1997 — 1997
Fine Art

Hannah Nequist Hannah Nequist Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Hannah Nequist's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience May 2012 - August 2014
Job Community Advancement Coordinator at Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives   September 2014 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   May 2012 - August 2014
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2012 - May 2012
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel  January 2012 - May 2012
GVSU PCMA Student Chapter   November 2010 - May 2012
Marshalls  September 2006 - February 2012
Market Street Inn  May 2011 - August 2011
Grand Valley State University  July 2008 - May 2011
Open Concept Gallery   April 2009 - October 2009

Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Organizing, Problem Solving, Time Management, Event Planning, Event Management, Hospitality, Volunteer Management, Social Media Marketing, Project Planning, Social Networking, Social Media, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Fundraising, Leadership, Management, Community Outreach

Education
Grand Valley State University   2008 — 2012
BA, Hospitality and Tourism Management - Meeting and Event Management

Cheryl Edwards-Cannon Cheryl Edwards-Cannon Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Cheryl Edwards-Cannon's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 1998 - 2003
Job CEO and Lead Consultant at Clear Path Choices, LLC
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
Clear Path Choices   January 2011 - Present
Choice Schools Associates  April 2012 - January 2014
National Heritage Academies  March 2004 - March 2012
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   1998 - 2003
Herman Miller  April 1996 - June 1998
Herman Miller  March 1991 - June 1998
Knoll Group   1983 - 1992

Skills
Conflict Resolution, Training, Cultural Diversity, Relationship Management, Organizational..., Coaching, Strategic Planning, Healthcare, Event Planning, Communication, Elderly Care, Creative and Resourceful, Caregiving, Marketing Communications, Non-profit Board..., Project Visioning, People Skills, Elder Care, Public Speaking, Leadership, Management

Education
Aquinas College   1980 — 1983
Masters, Management

Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Secondary Education and Teaching

Grand Rapids Community College   2013 — 2014
Certificate in Gerontology, Adult Development and Aging, 4.0

Elissa Soto Elissa Soto Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Elissa Soto's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience June 2007 - August 2007
Job Office Manager at Kent County Department of Public Works
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Kent County Department of Public Works   May 2010 - Present
Chocolate Tuesdays   February 2006 - Present
Faith Alive Christian Resources  March 2008 - May 2010
Michigan Works  October 2007 - March 2008
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids  October 2003 - January 2008
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   June 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Fundraising, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Outlook, PowerPoint, Program Development, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Advertising, QuickBooks, Process Scheduler, Leadership, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Policy, Leadership Development

Education
Cornerstone University   2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Davenport University   1998 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Business Management

Megan Wells, Esq. Megan Wells, Esq. Lansing, Michigan Area Details
Megan Wells, Esq.'s Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience June 2007 - August 2007
Job Attorney
Industry Legal Services
Experience
West Michigan Policy Forum   July 2012 - Present
30th Circuit Court of Ingham County   May 2011 - May 2012
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   June 2007 - August 2007
Cynthia Kay and Company   May 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Editing, Video Production, Briefs, Lexis, Depositions, Hearings, Trials, Document Drafting, Attorneys, Broadcast, Criminal Defense, Constitutional Law

Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School   2008 — 2011
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Constitutional Law and Civil Rights

James Madison College Michigan State University   2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Social Relations and Policy

Dawn M. Smith Dawn M. Smith Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Dawn M. Smith's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience May 2007 - October 2007
Job Executive Director at Rotary Club Of Grand Rapids Michigan USA
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
Rotary Club Of Grand Rapids Michigan USA   April 2011 - Present
Real Estate Solutions  March 2006 - March 2011
AT&T Foundation   May 2009 - June 2010
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   May 2007 - October 2007
Kellogg Company  March 1995 - March 2006
Phillips and Phillips   September 1993 - March 1995

Skills
Budgets, Program Management, Nonprofits, Management, Fundraising, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Non-profits, Market Research, Payroll, CRM, Policy, Sales, Finance, Employee Benefits, Administration, Operations Management, Project Planning, Interviews, Accounting

Education
Kellogg Community College
Business Management

Ashanti Bryant Ashanti Bryant Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Ashanti Bryant's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2011 - 2012
Job Field Instructor (Social Work) at Grand Valley State University
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Grand Valley State University  January 2012 - Present
Calvin College  2012 - Present
Grand Rapids Christian Schools  August 2006 - Present
Grand Rapids Christian Schools  August 2006 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2011 - 2012

Education
National Louis University   2003 — 2004
MEd, Educational Administration

Western Michigan University   2001 — 2003
MSW, Social Work Administration

Western Michigan University   1993 — 1998
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Elementary Education and Teaching

Christine Feuerstein Christine Feuerstein Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Christine Feuerstein's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience April 2000 - February 2008
Job Marketing Manager at Herman Miller
Industry Furniture
Experience
Herman Miller  July 2011 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   April 2000 - February 2008
Microsoft  June 1992 - July 2007

Education
The Ohio State University
BS, Cartography

Phil Bednarek Phil Bednarek Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Phil Bednarek's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2000 - 2011
Job President at Fuller Supply Company
Industry Wholesale
Experience
Fuller Supply Company   June 1974 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2000 - 2011
Yaskawa Electric America  2007 - 2009
Blackmer Pump Co. Dover Corp.   1981 - 1983
Forge Alloy   1980 - 1981

Skills
Pumps, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Troubleshooting, Sales, Time Management, Management, Customer Service, Marketing, Public Speaking, Sales Management, Small Business, New Business Development, Leadership

Education
Michigan State University   1978 — 1980
BA, Business

Creston High School   1974 — 1976
High School Graduation, College prep

Eric Eiesland Eric Eiesland Grand Rapids, Minnesota Details
Eric Eiesland's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 1997 - 1999
Job President/Owner, E3 Consulting Services
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
E3 Consulting Services   1999 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   1997 - 1999

Skills
SEO, Public Relations, Web Design, Media Relations, SEM, Marketing, Social Media Consulting, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Website Development, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Web Marketing, Online Reputation..., Strategic Leadership, Crisis Communications, Reputation Management, Political Consulting, Political Campaigns, Strategic Marketing..., Web-based Software..., Database-driven Web..., E-commerce, Commercial Photography, Digital Photography, Digital Video, Email Marketing, Social Media Integration, Market Planning, Copywriting, Organizational..., Search Advertising, Website Promotion, PPC, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Business Development, Management, Customer Service..., Social Networking

Education
University of Notre Dame   1993 — 1999
Organization Management and Economics

Thadd Gormas Thadd Gormas Lansing, Michigan Details
Thadd Gormas's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2003 - 2004
Job Michigan Senate
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Michigan Senate  2011 - Present
Michigan House of Representatives  2004 - 2010
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2003 - 2004
Public Affairs Associates  2002 - 2003
Lt. Governor Dick Posthumus   1999 - 2001

Skills
Legislative Relations, Legislation, Nonprofits, Public Affairs, Fundraising, State Government, Legislative Affairs, Legislative Research, Appropriations, Grassroots Organizing, Constituent Services, Public Policy, Coalitions, Political Consulting, Health Policy, Policy Analysis, Politics, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Health Insurance, Healthcare Management, Accountable Care, Health Care Reform, Health Insurance..., Medicaid Managed Care, Strategic Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Governmental Affairs, Political Campaigns, Budget Process, Department Budgeting

Education
Calvin College   2000 — 2004
BS, Economics

Ivan Fedore Ivan Fedore Chicago, Illinois Details
Ivan Fedore's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience August 2012 - December 2012
Job Analyst Machinery & Equipment at Duff & Phelps
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Duff & Phelps  March 2015 - Present
Howell Tractor and Equipment LLC   July 2014 - March 2015
Howell Tractor and Equipment LLC   January 2013 - June 2014
Heart of West Michigan United Way  March 2012 - January 2013
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   August 2012 - December 2012
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2012 - July 2012
Edward Lowe Foundation  May 2010 - March 2012
National Kidney Foundation of Indiana   October 2010 - October 2011
Sigma Nu Fraternity  December 2007 - May 2010
Edward Lowe Foundation  May 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Fundraising, Non-profits, Event Planning, Social Media, Customer Relations, Customer Retention, Program Implementation, Sales, Marketing, Retail Sales, Customer Service, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Facebook, Entrepreneurship, Advertising, Microsoft Office

Education
Albion College   2007 — 2010
B.A., Economics & Management

International College of Management, Sydney   2008 — 2009
Hospitality and Tourism Management

Southwestern Michigan College   2006 — 2007
General Business

Kimberly Rundhaug Kimberly Rundhaug Greater Detroit Area Details
Kimberly Rundhaug's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience May 1993 - January 1994
Job Project Manager at Summit Health, Inc.
Industry Program Development
Experience
Summit Health, Inc.   August 2012 - Present
Contracted  October 2005 - August 2012
Michigan Humanities Council  September 2004 - May 2005
Michigan CAT  January 1997 - January 2002
Universal Group  August 1995 - May 1997
Great Lakes Fasteners   January 1994 - June 1995
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   May 1993 - January 1994

Skills
Leadership Development, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Quality Management, Research, Tutoring, Technical Writing, Relationship Building, Self-starter, Event Planning, Event Management, Problem Solving, Leadership, Staff Development, Project Planning, Teaching, Team Leadership, Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Social Networking, Organizational..., Microsoft Word, Team Building, Process Scheduler, Business Analysis, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Inventory Management, Grant Writing, Operations Management, Non-profits, Visio, Contract Negotiation, Coaching, Customer Satisfaction, Budgets

Education
Michigan State University   2008 — 2010
Master of Arts, Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education Administration

University of Michigan   1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Deanna Demory Deanna Demory Charleston, South Carolina Area Details
Deanna Demory's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience March 2004 - May 2006
Job Director of Development and Communications at South Carolina Community Loan Fund
Industry Financial Services
Experience
South Carolina Community Loan Fund   January 2015 - August 2015
College of Charleston  May 2014 - January 2015
Heart of West Michigan United Way  May 2013 - March 2014
Heart of West Michigan United Way  July 2011 - May 2013
Heart of West Michigan United Way  June 2006 - July 2011
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   March 2004 - May 2006
Project Rehab  1994 - 2003
Bethany Christian Services  April 1988 - December 1994
Baker Book House  1987 - 1988

Skills
Non-profits, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Marketing, Communications, Health Research, Health Systems, Community Strategy, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Community Development, Fundraising, Leadership, Board Development, Public Policy, Organizational..., Research, Program Development, Philanthropy, Grants, Community Organizing, Non-profit..., Program Evaluation, Annual Giving, Workshop Facilitation, Social Services, Resource Development, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Strategic Communications

Education
Northern State University   1981 — 1985
BA, English, Journalism

Hutchinson Community College   1972 — 1974

Karen Gentry Karen Gentry Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Karen Gentry's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience September 1995 - June 1999
Job Writer, Account Executive Michigan Trails
Industry Newspapers
Experience
Michigan Trails Magazine -- Rockford Advertising   March 2010 - Present
MiBiz  June 2004 - February 2010
Great American Publishing  June 1999 - September 2003
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   September 1995 - June 1999

Skills
Press Releases, Public Relations, Volunteering, Fundraising, Newspaper, Editing, Journalism, Government, Publications, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Photography, Magazines, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Newspapers, Blogging, Social Media, AP Style, Media Relations, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Newsletters, Publishing, Facebook, Marketing Communications

Education
Central Michigan University   1975 — 1979

Lake Michigan Catholic High School

AliciaMarie Belchak AliciaMarie Belchak Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
AliciaMarie Belchak's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience May 2015 - Present
Job Sr. Communications Specialist; AwardWinning Freelance Writer/Reporter; Content Strategist & Creator
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   May 2015 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   May 2012 - May 2015
Gemini Publications  August 2013 - August 2014
Media 1  July 2009 - May 2012
Family Futures  2012 - 2012
MLive Media Group - Advance Newspapers   June 2007 - October 2009
Gemini Publications  February 2006 - October 2009
Howard Christensen Nature Center   September 2008 - July 2009
Kent Conservation District   November 2008 - May 2009
Ottawa Conservation District   June 2001 - August 2008

Skills
Journalism, Writing, Editing, Blogging, Social Media, Editorial Project..., Project Planning, Project Coordination, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Scientific Writing, Health Writing, Environmental Issues, Parenting Issues, Social Networking, Facebook, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Editorial, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Childcare Issues, Marketing, Communications, Media Relations, Publications, Magazines, Advertising, Newspapers, Grant Writing, Public Relations, Community Development, Fundraising, Web Content, Strategic Communications, Marketing Communications, Copy Editing, Publishing, Copywriting, Proposal Writing, Creative Writing, AP Style, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Communications, Interviews, WordPress, Internal Communications, Nonprofits, Content Strategy

Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism   1999 — 2000
MS, Journalism: Science Writing & Photojournalism

Aquinas College   1994 — 1998
BS, Environmental Science & Chemistry

New Horizons Computer Learning Center
Project Management Professional (PMP®) Certification Preparation

Institute for Healing Racism
Facing Racism (Sept. 2012 Session)

Pinconning Area High   1990 — 1994
High School, College Prep: Science & Math

Gretchen DeVault Gretchen DeVault Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Gretchen DeVault's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience September 1999 - September 2000
Job Senior Web / Graphic Designer and Marketing Strategist
Industry Design
Experience
Tiny Blue Sky   June 2005 - Present
The Icicles   2000 - Present
Voluptuous Panic   January 2013 - Present
DVQ Studio   June 2005 - December 2012
YNPN of Greater Grand Rapids   2009 - 2012
American Advertising Federation of West Michigan   June 2006 - June 2008
Girl Scouts of Michigan Trails  2000 - 2005
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   September 1999 - September 2000
Michigan Bulb Company  1998 - 1999

Skills
Marketing Copy, Broadcast, Content Development, Journalism, CMS, Campaigns, Content Management, Graphic Design, Internal Communications, SEO, Strategy, Strategic Communications, Entrepreneurship, Web Design, Songwriting, Copywriting, Newsletters, Art Direction, Web Development, Marketing, Blogging, Brochures, Digital Marketing, Nonprofits, Marketing Communications, Non-profits, Online Marketing, Graphics, Creative Direction, Logo Design, Music, Facebook, Advertising, Social Media, Photography, WordPress, Public Relations, Video, Information Architecture, Brand Development, Art, Corporate Branding, Branding & Identity, Creative Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, InDesign, User Experience, Mac

Education
Grand Valley State University   1992 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Communications, Minor in Sociology

Janet Wyllie Janet Wyllie Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Janet Wyllie's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience August 2000 - Present
Job VP Business Growth Initiatives at Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   August 2000 - Present

Education
Grand Valley State University   1999 — 2001
MPA

Aquinas College   1988 — 1991
BSBA, Business & Communications

Bridget Meyers Bridget Meyers Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Bridget Meyers's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience May 2007 - April 2011
Job Assistant Store Manager at Gazelle
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Gazelle  April 2011 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   May 2007 - April 2011
EcoTrek Fitness   February 2009 - March 2011
Girl Scouts of Racine County   June 2005 - May 2007

Skills
Fundraising, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Non-profits, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Social Media, Community Outreach, Sponsorship, Leadership, Press Releases, Time Management, Nonprofits, Project Planning, Sales, Budgets, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Program Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Small Business, Management

Education
Carthage College   2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education

Winona State University   2000 — 2002

Wesley Trimpe Wesley Trimpe Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Wesley Trimpe's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience September 2013 - October 2014
Job Co Founder at Sluggers Sports Academy, LLC
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Sluggers Sports Academy, LLC   October 2014 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   September 2013 - October 2014
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   April 2011 - October 2013
Davenport University  June 2009 - April 2011

Skills
Event Planning, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Social Media, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Event Management, Nonprofits, Sales, Budgets, Management, New Business Development, Program Management, Leadership

Education
Davenport University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance, General

Western Michigan University   2007 — 2008
Accounting and Finance

Chris Glass Chris Glass Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Chris Glass's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience January 2012 - Present
Job Director of Legislative Affairs at West Michigan Talent Triangle
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
West Michigan Talent Triangle   July 2013 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2012 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2009 - 2011
Michigan Senate - Senator Jason Allen   September 2008 - September 2009

Skills
Nonprofits, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Public Policy, Event Planning, Program Development, Community Development, Public Relations, Social Media, Political Campaigns, Strategic Planning, Research, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Marketing, Community Engagement

Education
Michigan State University   2004 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government

Gabrielle Warner Gabrielle Warner Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Gabrielle Warner's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2008 - 2009
Job Owner, Innovative Solutions Agency, Inc. / Financial Services Professional / Marketplace Registered, Licensed Agent
Industry Insurance
Experience
Innovative Solutions Agency, Inc.   January 2001 - Present
Cedar Spring Rotary Club   2007 - 2015
BNI Michigan   2003 - 2012
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2008 - 2009
Mass Mutual  April 1996 - May 2000
SeaGate Financial Services   May 1986 - April 1996

Skills
Group Communications, Financial Analysis, Insurance, Health Insurance, Employee Benefits, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Small Business, Customer Relations, Self-funded health plans, Health Savings Accounts, Consumer Driven Health..., Health Care Reform, Long Term Care Insurance, Self-funded, Group Communication, Consumer Healthcare, Leadership, Long-term Care, Sales, Term Life Insurance, Start-ups

Education
University of Toledo   1981 — 1985
Communications

Bowling Green State University   1980 — 1981
Communications

Justin Knepper Justin Knepper Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan Details
Justin Knepper's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience September 2008 - October 2011
Job Director, Sault Ste. Marie Downtown Development Authority
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Sault Ste Marie Downtown Development Authority   October 2011 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   September 2008 - October 2011
Farmington/Farmington Hills Chamber of Commerce   2007 - 2008
Michigan Republican Party  December 2005 - February 2007

Education
Grand Valley State University   2008 — 2010
MA, Public Administration

Patrick Henry College   2000 — 2002
BA, Government

Gogebic Community College   1998 — 2000
AA, Law

Joni Johnson Joni Johnson Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Joni Johnson's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience May 2002 - Present
Job Database Manager at Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Executive Office
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   May 2002 - Present
WZZM 13  2001 - May 2002
WZZM 13  1997 - 2001

Skills
Data Entry, Accounts Receivable, Invoicing, Excel, Accounting, Customer Service, Spreadsheets, Deposits, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Team Building, Volunteer Management, Human Resources, PowerPoint, Leadership, Event Management, Outlook, Fundraising, Event Planning, Budgets, Time Management, Social Media

Education
Davenport University

Tim Berghuis Tim Berghuis Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Tim Berghuis's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2001 - 2008
Job Tim Berghuis, Accountant LLC Your Expert Bean Counter
Industry Education Management
Experience
Tim Berghuis, Accountant LLC   February 2010 - Present
West Michigan Environmental Action Council  June 2011 - September 2014
Inforum Affinity Networking Group   2011 - 2011
Grand Rapids Public Schools  August 2008 - February 2010
Stepping Stones Montessori School  October 2001 - August 2008
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2001 - 2008
Calvin College  January 1990 - October 2001
Calvin College  August 1983 - October 2001
Calvin College  January 1987 - January 1990
Calvin College  August 1983 - January 1987

Skills
Budgets, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Auditing, Financial Reporting, Payroll, Microsoft Excel, Accounts Payable, Forecasting, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, General Ledger, Non-profits, Internal Controls, Financial Modeling, Analysis, Tax Preparation, QuickBooks, Salesforce.com, Employee Benefits, Internal Audit, Nonprofits, Financial Statements, Leadership, Bookkeeping, Finance, Management, PowerPoint, Invoicing

Education
Grand Valley State University   2001 — 2007
M.B.A, Business Administration and Management, General

Calvin College   1984 — 1988
BS, Accounting

Calvin College   1977 — 1981
BA, Business Administration

Diane Flaherty Cisler Diane Flaherty Cisler Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Diane Flaherty Cisler's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience June 2013 - Present
Job Sponsorship & Advertising Account Manager at Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   June 2013 - Present
Michigan Radio  July 2002 - June 2013
WGVU PBS and NPR   1994 - 2002
Michigan Library Consortium  1983 - 1984

Skills
Community Relations, Fundraising, Non-profits, Public Relations, Event Management, Volunteer Management, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Nonprofits, Sales, Customer Service, Sponsorship, Copywriting, Community Development, Facebook, Press Releases, Editing

Education
Grand Valley State University   1999 — 2000
Masters in Education

Central Michigan University
BA, Secondary Education

East Grand Rapids

Brian Justema Brian Justema Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Brian Justema's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2007 - Present
Job Sales at The Sharpe Collection Land Rover & Jaguar
Industry Financial Services
Experience
The Sharpe Collection - Land Rover & Jaguar   February 2011 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2007 - Present
Heartland Payment Systems  June 2008 - February 2011
Waddell & Reed  May 2006 - April 2008
SoccerZone Inc   December 2003 - May 2006
Arden's Photo Inc   May 1982 - May 2003
arden's Photo   1982 - 2003

Skills
Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Sales, Sales Management, New Business Development, Marketing, Small Business, Public Speaking, Negotiation, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Team Building, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Social Media, Budgets, Event Management, Insurance, Fundraising, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Management, Human Resources, Customer Satisfaction, Advertising, Online Marketing, Team Leadership, Training, Social Networking, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Time Management, B2B, Customer Retention, Coaching, Strategy, Business Development, Direct Sales, Leadership Development, Sales Process

Education
University of Phoenix   2004 — 2006
BS, Business Management

Grand Rapids Central High School   1980 — 1982
General

Kelsey Rauhut, DAOC Kelsey Rauhut, DAOC Greater Detroit Area Details
Kelsey Rauhut, DAOC's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience January 2011 - August 2011
Job Associate, Digital Operations Carat Detroit
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Carat  January 2014 - Present
Carat  September 2012 - January 2014
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2011 - August 2011
Meadow Brook Hall  August 2010 - October 2010
Meadow Brook Hall  May 2010 - August 2010
Fieldstone Golf Club  May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Creative Development, Organized, Weddings, Non-profit Events, Event Management, Advertising Operations, Trafficking, DoubleClick for..., MediaVisor, DoubleClick, Newsletters, Digital Marketing, Event Planning, Public Relations, Digital Media, Creative Problem Solving, Online Advertising, Nonprofits, Creative Direction, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Strategy, Marketing, Media Planning, Social Media

Education
Walsh College   2014 — 2018
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

Grand Valley State University   2008 — 2012
BA, Hospitality and Tourism Management; Spanish

Cecilia Riley Cecilia Riley Muskegon, Michigan Details
Cecilia Riley's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience September 2007 - June 2008
Job Communications Director at Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce  December 2010 - Present
Dee Lite Bar and Grille   December 2005 - October 2012
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   September 2007 - June 2008
Arena District/Bar Divani   2006 - 2006

Skills
Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Non-profits, Community Relations, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Writing, Newsletters, Web Content, Editing, Customer Service, Management, Event Based Marketing, Event Planning, Brand Management, Social Networking, Photography, Advertising, Grant Writing, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Writing, InDesign, Community Outreach, Communications Planning, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Corporate Communications, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Publications, Community Development, Crisis Communications, Journalism, Internal Communications, Small Business, Facebook, Publicity, Strategic Communications, Leadership, Nonprofits, Program Development, Copywriting, Speech Writing, Public Speaking, Copy Editing

Education
Grand Valley State University   2004 — 2007
B.S., Communications

Mona Shores High School   2000 — 2004
High School Diploma

North Muskegon High School   1991 — 2001
K - 9th Grade

Olivia Adams Olivia Adams Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Olivia Adams's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience March 2015 - Present
Job Communications and Social Media Specialist at Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
The Career Workshop   June 2015 - Present
Brit + Co  May 2015 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   March 2015 - Present
Come Recommended  April 2013 - March 2015
Ferris State University Torch   January 2012 - May 2014
500 Festival  January 2013 - May 2013
Ferris State University  September 2012 - December 2012
Society for Case Research   September 2012 - December 2012
Artworks in Big Rapids   May 2012 - August 2012

Skills
News Writing, Twitter, Facebook, Writing, Blogging, Public Relations, Social Media, Cision, Editing, Copy Editing, Pinterest, WordPress, Media Relations, SEO, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Feature Articles, AP Style, Social Networking, Research, Publicity, Creative Writing

Education
Ferris State University   2011 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Public Relations, Junior

Aquinas College   2010 — 2011

Margaret Schiefer Margaret Schiefer Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Margaret Schiefer's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience September 2010 - January 2011
Job Motion Graphics Producer at Freshwater Digital LLC
Industry Media Production
Experience
Freshwater Digital LLC   October 2014 - Present
AVI-SPL  September 2011 - September 2014
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   September 2010 - January 2011
Wealthy Street Theater   February 2010 - September 2010
"Public Museum" A Short Film   May 2010 - June 2010
Kendall Weblab   August 2009 - December 2009

Skills
Motion Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Typography, Logo Design, Creative Direction, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Multimedia, Photography, Advertising, Adobe Acrobat, Animation, Digital Media, Brand Development, Flyers

Education
Kendall College of Art and Design   2006 — 2011
Bachelor's in Digital Media, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia

Ferris State University - Kendall College of Art and Design   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia

J.D. Loeks J.D. Loeks Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
J.D. Loeks's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience January 2010 - Present
Job President of Celebration! Cinema
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Celebration! Cinema  May 2009 - Present
Loeks Theatres Inc.   2004 - Present
Michigan Film Office Advisory Council   September 2013 - Present
Camp Henry  January 2012 - Present
The Economic Club of Grand Rapids   2011 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2010 - Present
National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO)   2009 - Present
NATO of Michigan   2010 - Present

Skills
Event Planning, Nonprofits, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Marketing, Event Management, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Advertising, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Contract Negotiation, Budgets, Management, Non-profits, Fundraising

Education
University of Denver - Daniels College of Business   2002 — 2004
MBA, MSF, Business, Leadership, Ethics, Finance, Marketing

Calvin College   1995 — 1999
BA, Business, Philosophy

Norine Mulvihill Norine Mulvihill Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Norine Mulvihill's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2001 - 2013
Job Acupuncturist, Massage Therapist, Energy Therapist, Intuitive Healer at Alternative Care Solution Wellness Center
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
Alternative Care Solution Wellness Center   May 2015 - Present
Born To Shine Holistics   October 2013 - May 2015
Society of Healing Arts Institute   October 2013 - May 2015
Kent County Health Department  January 2010 - May 2015
American Heart Association  May 2011 - February 2013
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2001 - 2013
Wyoming Kentwood Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2006 - December 2011
American Diabetes Association  July 2009 - May 2011
Option 1 Credit Union  April 2001 - May 2009

Skills
Fundraising, Leadership, Event Planning, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Social Networking, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Sales, Public Relations, Marketing, Leadership Development, Customer Service, Time Management, Grant Writing, Marketing Communications, Volunteer Recruiting, Event Management, Community Development, Management, New Business Development, Program Development, Healthcare, Email Marketing, Small Business, Grants, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Non-profit..., Board Development, Fundraisers, Community Engagement, Volunteer Training, Volunteering, Newsletters, Customer Satisfaction, Client Education, Client Counseling, Client Services, Client Relations, Healthcare Management, Deep Tissue Massage, Medical Massage, Therapeutic Modalities, Therapeutic Massage, Auricular Acupuncture, Acupuncture

Education
Grand Valley State University   2008 — 2008
MPA, Non-Profit Management

Ithaca College   1991 — 1995

Blue Heron Academy
Holistic Healthcare Practitioner, Medical Massage Therapist, Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Holistic Health

East Grand Rapids High School

Trevor Dickerson Trevor Dickerson Muskegon, Michigan Details
Trevor Dickerson's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience April 2015 - August 2015
Job Graphic Designer at Studio YR
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Studio YR   June 2015 - Present
Headlong Gear   December 2012 - Present
Wide Eyed Digital   May 2009 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   April 2015 - August 2015
S & S RV Group   February 2014 - March 2015
Creative Dining Services  August 2013 - February 2014
Design Design Inc.  May 2013 - July 2013

Skills
Mac, InDesign, Graphic Design, Graphics, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Pre-press, Photography, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Layout, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Digital Photography, Retouching, Logo Design, Catalogs, Posters, Photo Restoration, Photo Editing, Lightroom, Illustration, Corporate Identity, Corel Draw, Art, Web Design, Business Cards, Art Direction, Print Production, Logos, Packaging, Image Editing, Fine Art, Color Correction, Digital Imaging, Drawing, Portraits, Multimedia, Creative Direction, Writing, Creative Writing, Resume Writing, Commercial Photography, Commercial Product..., Food Photography, Marketing, Image Manipulation, Advertising, Social Media

Education
Grand Valley State University   2012 — 2013
Advertising/Public Relations (BA), Commercial and Advertising Art

Muskegon Community College   2009 — 2012
Associate of Science and Arts (ASA), Graphic Design/Photography/English

Reeths-Puffer High School
General Education

Aidan Anderson Aidan Anderson Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Aidan Anderson's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience May 2015 - August 2015
Job Academic Affairs Director at Aquinas College
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Aquinas College  August 2015 - Present
Aquinas College  April 2015 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   May 2015 - August 2015
East Grand Rapids Parks and Rec   September 2011 - January 2015
PWV Studios, Ltd.   July 2013 - September 2013

Skills
Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Social Media, Leadership, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Research, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Social Networking, Time Management, Fundraising, Strategic Planning

Education
Aquinas College   2014 — 2018

Aquinas College   2014 — 2018
Sustainable Business

Michelle Graber Michelle Graber Grand Rapids, Minnesota Details
Michelle Graber's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience January 2014 - Present
Job General Manager at Express Employment Professionals
Industry Staffing and Recruiting
Experience
Express Employment Professionals  October 2009 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2014 - Present
WorkSmart Safety & Training Center   December 2012 - January 2015

Skills
Staffing Services, Resume Writing, Recruiting, Temporary Staffing, Employee Relations, Organizational..., Temporary Placement, Interviews, Human Resources, Onboarding, Contract Recruitment, Permanent Placement, Payroll, HR Policies, Training, Cold Calling, Internet Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., Management, College Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Hiring, Executive Search, Sourcing, Technical Recruiting, Industrial Sector, Screening Resumes, New Hire Orientations, Job Coaching, Screening, Customer Service, Leadership, Sales, Marketing, Coaching

Education
The College of St. Scholastica   1996 — 2000
BA

Chisholm High School

Erma L. Shaw Erma L. Shaw Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Erma L. Shaw's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience September 2011 - September 2013
Job Executive Director at Bosom Buddies of Arizona
Industry Religious Institutions
Experience
Bosom Buddies of Arizona   November 2014 - Present
Kentwood Community Church  April 2007 - March 2014
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   September 2011 - September 2013
University of Phoenix  September 2004 - September 2006
Star Quality Control   July 2005 - January 2006
USXchange/Choice One Communications   April 1998 - September 2004

Skills
Human Resources, Financial Accounting, Accounting, Communication, Event Planning, Team Building, Theology, Program Development, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Office Management, Leadership, Budgets, Volunteer Recruiting, Training, Staff Development

Education
University of Phoenix   2000 — 2002
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce, 3.75

Davenport University   1990 — 1993
Bachelor's Degree, Major: Accounting Minor: Communications and Sociology, 3.5

Grand Rapids Community College   1986 — 1989
Associate's Degree, Accounting and Business/Management, 3.75

Michelle Glover Michelle Glover Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Michelle Glover's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Public Relations & Communications
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   June 2015 - Present
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park  March 2015 - May 2015
Kilwin's Chocolates Franchise, Inc.   June 2013 - May 2015
Grand Rapids Public Museum  September 2014 - December 2014
834 Design & Marketing  January 2014 - April 2014
Kilwin's Chocolates Franchise, Inc.   May 2010 - June 2013
City of Holland  September 2009 - March 2010

Education
Grand Valley State University   2010 — 2014
B.S., Advertising and Public Relations, (3.627 GPA)

Holland High School

Ben Orlebeke Ben Orlebeke Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Ben Orlebeke's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience January 2015 - May 2015
Job Public Policy Assistant at Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2015 - May 2015
Calvin College  September 2012 - December 2012
Kuiper Orlebeke PC Attorneys at Law   May 2011 - September 2012
Celebration! Cinema  June 2008 - November 2010

Skills
Data Analysis, SPSS, Research, Writing, Online Research, Social Networking, Peer Tutoring, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Copy Editing

Education
Calvin College   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology and Philosophy, Final 2-year GPA: 3.6

Grand Rapids Christian High   2006 — 2010
3.7 GPA

Lindsey Balcazar Lindsey Balcazar Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Lindsey Balcazar's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience February 2014 - January 2015
Job Director of Business Development at Office Staffing
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Office Staffing  March 2014 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   February 2014 - January 2015
Serendipity Media, LLC  January 2013 - December 2013
Restaurant Partners, Inc   2011 - 2013
P.J. Clarke's   September 2008 - January 2011
Sunrise Assisted Living Home   November 2006 - September 2008

Skills
Event Planning, Fundraising, Training, Leadership, Restaurants, Management, Food, Parties, Email Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, Customer Retention, Business Development, Events, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Time Management, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Catering, Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, New Business Development, Senior Living..., Brand Development, Food & Beverage, CRM, Leadership Development, Recruiting, Marketing Communications

Education
Grand Valley State University
BS, Public Administration

lori whitted lori whitted Grand Rapids, Minnesota Details
lori whitted's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience September 2010 - Present
Job General Manager of AmericInn Grand Rapids MN
Industry Utilities
Experience
Visit Grand Rapids Marketing Committe   December 2014 - Present
Let's Go Fishing with Seniors   May 2014 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   September 2010 - Present
AmericInn Lodge and Suites  March 2009 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2011 - December 2014
Timberlake Lodge  August 2008 - May 2009
Super 8  October 2000 - August 2008

Skills
Customer Service, Team Building, Event Management, Leadership, Budgets, Training, Event Planning, Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Employee Relations, Management, Sales Management, Advertising, Recruiting, Hotel Management, Social Media, Sales, Strategic Planning

Education
Lake Superior College   1993 — 1993

Proctor High School

Chris Carley Chris Carley United States Details
Chris Carley's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience March 1998 - November 1998
Job Administrative Assistant at SHTIS
Industry Construction
Experience
HNTB  July 2014 - Present
Spectrum-TIS   May 2015 - July 2015
TITAN Formwork Systems  January 2006 - July 2014
GCC AZ   October 2001 - January 2006
CRC Publications   July 2000 - June 2001
Partners in Public Education   November 1998 - May 2000
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   March 1998 - November 1998

Skills
Customer Service, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Project Coordination, Time Management, Training, Event Management, Administration, Executive Level..., Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Human Resources, Team Building, Leadership, Problem Solving, Marketing, International Trade, Import/Export, SharePoint, Create & Maintain..., Accurate Data Entry, Preparing Printed..., Take and distribute..., Maintain office..., Assist IT with..., Oracle, ResPort, Concur

Education
Mesa Community College   2011 — 2012
Business

Calvin College   1979 — 1981
Spanish

Michele Trevathan Michele Trevathan Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Michele Trevathan's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience January 1993 - January 1995
Job Development/Finance Coordinator at Heartside Ministry
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Heartside Ministry  April 2012 - Present
Westminster Presbyterian Church, Grand Rapids, MI   December 2008 - March 2012
Paper Garden   January 1999 - December 2008
St. Mark's Episcopal Church of Grand Rapids, MI   2004 - 2008
Direction Center (Heart of West Michigan United Way)   1997 - 1999
Garfield Development Corporation   January 1995 - January 1997
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 1993 - January 1995
First Resource, Inc   January 1991 - January 1993
Cooper's Drycleaners   January 1988 - January 1991
Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce  January 1986 - January 1988

Skills
Internal Communications, Organizational..., Organizational..., Organizational..., Relationship Development, Relationship Cultivation, Customer Relations, Project Coordination, Creative Problem Solving, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Marketing Support, Desktop Publishing, Print Collateral Design, Annual Report Design, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Copywriting, Fundraising, Donor Relations, Proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite..., Illustrator, Adobe Bridge, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office 11, Applications Support, Time Management, Interpersonal..., Social Media, Nonprofit Consulting, Nonprofit Leadership, Non-profit..., Non-profit Development, Non-profit Marketing, Non-profit..., Non-profits, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Marketing, Grant Writing, Event Management, Editing, Annual Reports, Volunteer Management, Customer Service

Education
College of Communication Arts & Sciences, Michigan State University   1983 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts, Communication

Kellogg Community College   1981 — 1983
Associate of Arts, English

Linda Zizos Linda Zizos Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Linda Zizos's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience February 2009 - November 2012
Job Director of Operations at Comprehensive Therapy Center
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Comprehensive Therapy Center  April 2013 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   February 2009 - November 2012
Robert Half International  2007 - 2009
EmploymentGroup  1991 - 2006

Skills
Customer Service, Non-profits, Sales, Coaching, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Account Management, New Business Development, Management, Sales Management, Recruiting, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Staff Development, Metrics, Problem Solving, Program Development, Client Development, Training, Talent Management, Staffing Services, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Retention, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Cross Selling, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Operations, Sales Presentations, B to B, Nonprofits, Strategy, Community Development, Leadership, Social Networking, Interviews, Public Relations, Team Building, Marketing Communications

Education
Eastern Michigan University
BA, Radio/TV/Film/Communications

Salem State University
English

Kevin Korpi Kevin Korpi Lansing, Michigan Details
Kevin Korpi's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 1994 - 1996
Job Executive at Acuitas LLC
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Acuitas LLC   January 2010 - Present
Michigan Forest Products Council   January 2002 - Present
Michigan Chamber of Commerce  1996 - 2001
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   1994 - 1996

Education
Michigan State University
Masters, Labor & Industrial Relations

Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Science, Political Science, 3.6

Jeff Ham Jeff Ham Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Jeff Ham's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2005 - 2006
Job Strategic Account Manager at New Horizons Computer Learning Centers – Great Lakes
Industry Higher Education
Experience
New Horizons Computer Learning Centers – Great Lakes  October 2012 - Present
Empire Education Group  February 2011 - August 2012
Empire Education Group  February 2009 - March 2011
PracticeWorks  August 2008 - February 2009
Allen Edwin Homes  May 2007 - February 2008
Weight Watchers of west Michigan northern Indiana   October 2005 - May 2007
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2005 - 2006
Netel Retail Stores   2003 - 2005
HomeTown Pharmacy  October 2001 - May 2003
Meijer  1982 - 2001

Skills
Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Retail, Leadership, Forecasting, Sales Management, Sales, Merchandising, Sales Operations, Account Management, Training, New Business Development, Management, Marketing, Business Development, Selling, Coaching, Strategy, Sales Process, Employee Training, Marketing Strategy, Lead Generation, P&L Management, Team Leadership, Program Management, Human Resources, Customer Service, Negotiation, Project Planning, Team Building, P&L, Advertising, Project Management, Leadership Development, Recruiting, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Presentations, Cold Calling, Direct Sales, Profit, Strategic Planning, Hiring, B2B, CRM

Education
Davenport University   1981 — 1982
Associate in Science, Business Administration, Sales and Marketing

Grand Valley State University   1979 — 1981
other, Business Administration

Rockford High School

Stacey Hale Stacey Hale Ada, Michigan Details
Stacey Hale's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience October 1998 - December 2004
Job CPA, Owner, The Hale Group, LLC
Industry Accounting
Experience
The Hale Group, LLC   February 2007 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   October 1998 - December 2004
Commonpoint Mortgage  January 1997 - October 1998

Skills
Tax Preparation, Nonprofits, Tax Accounting, Bookkeeping, Corporate Tax, Payroll, Financial Accounting, Consulting, Small Business, Team Building, Budgets, Microsoft Excel, Accounting, Mergers & Acquisitions

Education
The Ohio State University   1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting

Michigan State University   1987 — 1989
Bachelor's degree, Accounting

Jane Barney Jane Barney Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Jane Barney's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience August 1989 - September 2000
Job Administrative Assistant at Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Thomas M. Cooley Law School  August 2012 - Present
MagnaBenefits Solutions, Inc.   May 2006 - December 2010
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   August 1989 - September 2000

Skills
Self-starter, Customer Focus, Issue Resolution, Analytic Thinking, Microsoft Word 2010,..., Desktop Publishing, Copy Editing, Project Management, Proofreading, Letter Composition, Defining Requirements, Staff Supervision, Leadership, Priority Setting, Interpersonal Savvy, Phone Etiquette, Everything Clerical, Event Planning, Event Management, Corporate Events, Board of Directors, Board Relations, Travel Arrangements, Executive Calendar..., Accurate Record Keeping, Spreadsheet Creation,..., A/R collections, Volunteer Recruiting, Dependable Team Player, Managed File Transfer, Minute Taking, Transcription, Close Attention to..., Integrity, Trust, Discretion

Education
Gadsden State Community College
English; Court Reporting

Sarah Lawrence College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre/Theater

Alexis Rangel Alexis Rangel Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Alexis Rangel's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience November 2011 - February 2013
Job Assistant Director of Alumni Relations at Grand Valley State University
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Grand Valley State University  August 2015 - Present
Grand Valley State University  February 2013 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   November 2011 - February 2013
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   September 2010 - November 2011
Peppinos Grill Pizzeria and Sports Lounge  October 2007 - September 2010
Grand Valley State University  August 2008 - May 2010
Choice Hotels International / Choice Hotels Owner's Council   May 2009 - April 2010
Saginaw Spirit Hockey Club  August 2005 - June 2006

Skills
Event Management, Community Engagement, Committee Management, Building Relationships, Customer Service, Leadership Development, Public Relations, Spanish, Fundraising, Social Media, Leadership, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Time Management, Volunteer Management, Management, Sponsorship, Committees, Teamwork, Sales, Advertising, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Team Building, Strategic Planning, PowerPoint, Project Management

Education
Grand Valley State University   2014 — 2017
Master of Communications, Emphasis in Internal Communications

Grand Valley State University   2006 — 2010
BS Hospitality and Tourism Management, Emphasis in Meeting and Event Planning

Carlos Sanchez Carlos Sanchez Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Carlos Sanchez's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience October 2004 - April 2007
Job Director at Latino Business and Economic Development Center
Industry Education Management
Experience
Ferris State University  November 2012 - Present
Hispanic Center of Western Michigan  April 2014 - January 2015
West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce  May 2009 - October 2012
Spectrum Health  April 2007 - April 2009
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   October 2004 - April 2007

Skills
Business Acumen, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Administration, Diversity Training, Non-profits, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Spanish, Cultural Competency, Diversity & Inclusion..., Event Management, Analysis, Coaching, Community Outreach, Curriculum Design, Customer Service, Economic Development, Grant Writing, International Relations, Leadership, Leadership Development, Community Development, Management, Marketing, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Program Development, Project Planning, Public Relations, Social Networking, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Training, Recruiting, Research

Education
Ice House Entrepreneurship Program   2014 — 2014
Facilitator Training Certification, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies, Certification

Kendall College of Art and Design   2014 — 2014
Certificate in Design and Innovation Management, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies

Davenport University   2004 — 2007
BA, International Business

Leadership Grand Rapids   2002 — 2002
Leadership

Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México   1986 — 1990
BA, Business

Rene Palileo Rene Palileo Greater Detroit Area Details
Rene Palileo's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience July 1998 - August 1999
Job Director, Capital Campaign and Special Initiatives at United Way for Southeastern Michigan
Industry Fund-Raising
Experience
United Way for Southeastern Michigan  September 2007 - Present
Aquinas College  October 2004 - 2007
Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth, Kids and Cops   July 2002 - October 2004
United Way of Chicago   November 2001 - July 2002
Heart of West Michigan United Way  May 1999 - August 2001
United Way of Southern Nevada  2001 - 2001
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   July 1998 - August 1999

Education
Aquinas College   1994 — 1998
BSBA

Pegg Meulendyk Pegg Meulendyk Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Pegg Meulendyk's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience April 2001 - February 2012
Job Owner / Partner at Gand Rapids Commercial Cleaning
Industry Facilities Services
Experience
Gand Rapids Commercial Cleaning   February 2012 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   April 2001 - February 2012

Skills
Event Planning

Education
Northern Michigan University   1970 — 1974
BA, Communication

Sam Moore Sam Moore Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Sam Moore's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience January 2005 - June 2006
Job President, SPM Group Inc
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
SPM Group Inc   January 2011 - Present
Kent County GOP   January 2011 - December 2012
Michigan Republican Party  February 2011 - November 2012
Kent County Republican Committee   February 2007 - June 2009
Bouchard for US Senate   June 2006 - November 2006
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2005 - June 2006
Michigan Legislature  2003 - 2005
Michigan Republican Party  2004 - 2004

Education
Grand Valley State University   2000 — 2006

Andy Johnston Andy Johnston Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Andy Johnston's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience December 2012 - Present
Job Vice President of Government Affairs at the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Government Relations
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   December 2012 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   August 2009 - December 2012

Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership, Community Outreach, Government, Event Planning, Community Development, Strategic Planning, Media Relations, Small Business, Public Policy, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Customer Service, Program Development, Nonprofits, Event Management, Regulatory Reform, Marketing, Coalitions, Public Relations, Political Campaigns, Leadership Development, Politics, Consular Processing, Economic Development, Grassroots Organizing, Grant Writing, Strategic Communications, Grassroots

Education
Leadership Grand Rapids

Michigan State University

Greg Wisz Greg Wisz Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Greg Wisz's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2007 - Present
Job Strategic Partner at Schooley Mitchell Telecom Consultants
Industry Telecommunications
Experience
JSP Ventures, Inc (dba Schooley Mitchell Telecom Consultants)   2009 - Present
Schooley Mitchell Telecom Consultants  August 2007 - Present
Schooley Mitchell Telecom Consultants  August 2007 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2007 - Present
Business Networking International  2007 - 2009
Pepsi Cola  May 1978 - April 2007

Education
Davenport University   1975 — 1993

Ferris State University   1975 — 1976
Building Construction

Noelle (Michaels) Frost Noelle (Michaels) Frost Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Noelle (Michaels) Frost's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2013 - February 2015
Job Manager, Foundation Relations & Engagement at Aquinas College
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Aquinas College  March 2015 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2013 - February 2015
Bay Pointe Inn  2012 - 2013
Corporate Concierge Services  2010 - 2012
FrostSounds   2004 - 2009
Entertainment Cruises Inc.  1999 - May 2007

Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Corporate Events, Marketing, Public Relations, Trade Shows, Fundraising, Weddings, Sales, Social Media, Entertainment, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Team Building, Pets, Press Releases, Performing Arts, Non-profits, Music, Singing, Concerts, Wedding Planning, Business Meetings, Conference Coordination, Conference Rooms, Retreats, Leadership Retreats, Music Industry, Coordinating Special..., Lunch & Learns, Educational Workshops, Group Workshops, Sales Workshops, Board Development, Membership Relations, Private Events, Membership Development, Country Clubs, Business Development, Donor Development, Donor Management, Data Analysis, Promotions &..., Cold Calling, Canvassing, Direct Mail Fundraising, Mentoring

Education
Aquinas College   1987 — 1991
BA, Communications

Cynthia (Cynthia Wood) Lehman Cynthia (Cynthia Wood) Lehman Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Cynthia (Cynthia Wood) Lehman's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience July 1997 - August 2001
Job Owner at Grand Rapids Embroidery
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
Grand Rapids Embroidery   May 2003 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   July 1997 - August 2001
Ingham Regional Medical Center  April 1993 - January 1998

Skills
Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Microsoft Office, Sales Management, Microsoft Excel, Management, Project Management, Sales, FMCG, Forecasting, New Business Development, Negotiation, Marketing

Education
Aquinas College   1992 — 1996
Masters of Management, Business Administration and Management, General

Aquinas College   1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Fine/Studio Arts, General

Craig Kinnear Craig Kinnear Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Craig Kinnear's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience June 1983 - August 1991
Job Program Analyst VISTA at Corporation for National & Community Service
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Corporation for National & Community Service  February 2008 - Present
Business Strategy Inc.  April 1999 - February 2008
CommonPoint Mortgage  March 1997 - February 1999
Grand Rapids Downtown Management Board Inc.   August 1991 - March 1997
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   June 1983 - August 1991
Eastown Community Association.  1982 - 1984
John Ball Park Community Association   1980 - 1982

Skills
Data Analysis, Analysis, Public Administration, Policy, Policy Analysis, Performance Measurement, Public Policy, Federal Government, Financial Analysis, Report Writing, Program Evaluation, Auditing, Budgets, Economic Development, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Grant Writing, Community Development, Program Management, Fundraising, Grants, Program Development

Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia   1972 — 1977
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and Government

Fort Myers High School   1970 — 1972

Jason Kitchen Jason Kitchen Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Jason Kitchen's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience January 2007 - December 2009
Job General Manager at Adams Outdoor Advertising
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Adams Outdoor Advertising  November 2009 - Present
American Advertising Federation  January 2009 - June 2011
UofM / Urban Land Institute Real Estate Forum   January 2008 - December 2010
Adams Outdoor Advertising  November 2009 - June 2010
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2007 - December 2009
Grand Rapids Business Journal  January 2005 - October 2009
Sharpe BMW   September 1997 - August 2005
Sharpe BMW   January 1997 - January 1999

Skills
Strategic Planning, Customer Relations, Sales Management, Real Estate, Business Planning, Full P&L Responsibility, P&L Analysis, Customer Service, Marketing, Leadership, Account Management, Advertising, Management, Sales, Entrepreneurship, CRM, Strategy, P&L Management, Training, Budgets, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing

Education
Grand Valley State University   1993 — 1997
B.B.A Seidman College, BusinessManagement

Grand Valley State University   1993 — 1997
BBA, Business Administration and Management, Marketing

Mary Novello Mary Novello Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Mary Novello's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience January 2008 - May 2009
Job Founder, Solutions for Small Nonprofits
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Solutions for Small Nonprofits   September 2011 - Present
University of the South  2009 - May 2015
Flat River Outreach Ministry   August 2009 - May 2011
Family Business Alliance   January 2008 - May 2009
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   January 2008 - May 2009
Broadlawns Medical Center  July 2003 - April 2007
Seamen's Church Institute of New York and New Jersey   2001 - 2003
Food Bank of Delaware  1984 - 1997

Skills
Non-profits, Fundraising, Leadership, Research, Program Management, Nonprofits, Management, Budgets, Policy, Public Speaking, Training, Time Management, Strategic Planning

Education
University of Delaware   1990 — 1990
Certificate, Training for Excellence in Nonprofit Management

University of Delaware   1990 — 1990
Certificate, Gaining A Competitive Edge in Fundraising & Development

University of Delaware   1968 — 1973
BA, English

Christine Gamelin Christine Gamelin Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Christine Gamelin's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience May 2009 - Present
Job Membership Development Team at Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   May 2009 - Present
Keller Williams Realty  April 2003 - Present
Steelcase Inc.  September 1985 - December 2002
Seelcase, Inc.   2000 - 2002

Education
Aquinas College
Business Administration

Grand Rapids Community College
Business Administration

Lansing Business University   1971 — 1972
Vocational, Secretarial

Alma High School   1966 — 1971
High School, College Prep

Lea DeMaagd Lea DeMaagd Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Lea DeMaagd's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience July 2004 - Present
Job Executive Assistant to the President at Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   July 2004 - Present
Stampin' Up!   January 1995 - October 2004
Englehart Training Center   September 1990 - December 1994
The Upjohn Company  July 1988 - September 1990
Family Practice Residency Program   June 1980 - June 1988

Education
Northern Michigan University   1978 — 1980
Associate's Degree, Business/Secretarial

Angela Hanks Angela Hanks Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Angela Hanks's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience June 2007 - Present
Job AVP Branch Manager at Chemical Bank
Industry Banking
Experience
Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women  January 2013 - Present
West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce  January 2008 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   June 2007 - Present
Chemical Bank  September 2002 - Present
Kenowa Hills Education Foundation   July 2007 - December 2014
National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE)   June 2012 - June 2014
Walker Chamber of Commerce   January 2011 - 2013
Leadership Holland   2006 - 2007
Holland Chamber of Commerce   2002 - 2007
Bank of America  2000 - 2002

Skills
Customer Service, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Marketing, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Coaching, Team Building, Non-profits, Loans, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Banking, Sales, Budgets, Sales Management, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Mortgage Lending, Leadership Development, Credit, Management, Marketing Strategy, Commercial Banking, Risk Management, Negotiation, Microsoft Word, Public Relations, Leadership, Project Management, Recruiting, Process Improvement, Time Management, Financial Analysis, Credit Analysis, Relationship Management, Account Management, Finance, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Nonprofits, Small Business, Employee Training, Business Development, Customer Satisfaction, Strategy, Analysis, Team Leadership

Education
Davenport University

Grand Rapids Community College

West Catholic

Don Jansma Don Jansma Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Don Jansma's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2002 - Present
Job Financial Advisor at Edward Jones
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2002 - Present
Edward Jones  October 2001 - Present
Cascade Engineering  1996 - 1998

Education
Grand Valley State University   1972 — 1976
mba, business: Marketing and Finance

Catholic Central High School

Rene Palileo Rene Palileo Greater Detroit Area Details
Rene Palileo's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience June 1998 - August 1999
Job Ford Motor Company Fund
Industry Automotive
Experience
Ford Motor Company  June 2014 - Present
Habitat for Humanity of Michigan  February 2011 - May 2014
United Way for Southeastern Michigan  September 2007 - February 2011
Aquinas College  May 2004 - September 2007
Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth   July 2002 - May 2004
United Way of Metropolitan Chicago  November 2001 - July 2002
United Way of Southern Nevada  September 2001 - November 2001
Heart of West Michigan United Way  August 1999 - September 2001
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   June 1998 - August 1999

Skills
Event Planning, Resource Development, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, Fundraising, Non-profits, Public Relations, Annual Giving, Project Planning, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Community Development, Customer Service, Budgets, Nonprofits, Alumni Relations, Marketing, Leadership, Philanthropy, Planned Giving, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Management, Business Development, Leadership Development, Stewardship, Board Development, Grants, Event Management, Organizational..., Higher Education, Volunteer Recruiting, Volunteering, Youth Development, Community Organizing, Non-profit..., Media Relations, Fundraisers, Volunteer Training, Community Engagement, Newsletters, Proposal Writing, Board Relations, Donor Management, Sponsorship, Non-profit Board..., Social Networking

Education
Aquinas College   1994 — 1998
BSBA, Business Administration

Holy Redeemer High School   1990 — 1994
High School Diploma, Honors Courses/AP/College Prep

John Zwarensteyn John Zwarensteyn Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
John Zwarensteyn's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience August 1972 - December 1979
Job President/CEO/Publisher at Gemini Corporation/Gemini Publications
Industry Publishing
Experience
Gemini Publications  President/CEO/PublisherGemini Corporation/Gemini PublicationsDecember 1979 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   August 1972 - December 1979

Education
Michigan State University   1963 — 1969
MBA, BA, Marketing, Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations

Joan Epperson Joan Epperson United States Details
Joan Epperson's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2010 - 2010
Job Global Business Solutions & Assoc.
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
Global Business Solutions & Associates   February 2009 - Present
Global Business Solutions & Assoc.d/b/a West Michigan Collaborative Team   February 2009 - Present
West Michigan Regional Planning Commission   2011 - 2012
City of Grand Rapids MI  2010 - 2012
Inforum  2011 - 2011
Power Team International   2009 - 2011
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2010 - 2010
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2010 - 2010
Les Brown Enterprises   2010 - 2010
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2010 - 2010

Skills
Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Coaching, Leadership Development, Leadership, Recruiting, Executive Coaching, Management, New Business Development, Marketing Communications, Sales Management, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Sales, Proposal Writing, Small Business, Nonprofits, Operations Management, Public Speaking, Consulting, Team Building, Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Public Relations, Strategy, Health Insurance, Event Planning, Training, Customer Retention, Business Coaching, Social Media Marketing, Employee Benefits, Account Management, Marketing, Fundraising, Change Management, Business Strategy, Team Leadership, Organizational..., Program Management, Business Development, Insurance, Social Networking, Business Planning, Management Consulting, Contract Negotiation, Customer Service, Process Improvement, Negotiation, Budgets

Education
Texas A&M University-Texarkana   1980 — 1983
B.S., Political Science

Tamela Spicer Tamela Spicer Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Tamela Spicer's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 1994 - 1996
Job Nonprofit Management Consultant
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
The Intentional Catalyst   2011 - Present
Flat River Outreach Ministries (FROM)   August 2011 - June 2014
The Salvation Army  July 2003 - August 2009
Arthritis Foundation  January 1999 - January 2001
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   1994 - 1996

Skills
Event Planning, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Training, Event Management, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Program Development, Executive Coaching, Management, Grants, Community Development, Philanthropy, Leadership Development, Non-profit..., Board Development, Organizational..., Annual Giving, Strategic Communications, Staff Development, Proposal Writing, Workshop Facilitation, Leadership, Community Organizing, Editing

Education
Spring Arbor University   2011 — 2014
Master of Arts (MA), Communication - Professional Writing

International School of Ministry   2007 — 2010
Associates, Ministry Leadership

Aquinas College
Bachelor of Science; Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration & Pastoral Theology

The Fund Raising School at Indiana University

Paula Englin Paula Englin Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Paula Englin's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Community Leadership Programs Coordinator at Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   September 2014 - Present
Calvin College  August 2011 - September 2014
Michigan Senate  April 2009 - August 2011
McAlvey, Merchant & Associates   February 2009 - April 2009
Muskegon, MI   June 2008 - November 2008
U.S. House of Representatives   February 2008 - April 2008
Center for Social Research  June 2007 - January 2008

Skills
Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Higher Education, Event Planning, Social Networking, Legislative Relations, Coordinating Events, Mentoring, Leadership Development, Campaign, Legislative, Administrative Support, Collaboration, Marketing Communications, Networking, Organization, Tourism, Travel Planning, Social Media Marketing, Communication, Positivity, Community Outreach, Campaigns, Public Relations, Politics, Nonprofits, Community Development, Interviews, Program Development, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications

Education
Calvin College   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

Dana Lovelady-Hoyt, MPA Dana Lovelady-Hoyt, MPA Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Dana Lovelady-Hoyt, MPA's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience April 2004 - December 2005
Job Executive Director at Four Health Family Resource Center
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Four Health Family Resource Center   March 2015 - Present
March of Dimes  September 2009 - July 2013
Heart of West Michigan United Way  2006 - 2009
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   April 2004 - December 2005

Skills
Corporate Fundraising, Long Term Relationship..., Account Management, Event Planning, Fundraising, Volunteer Management

Education
Grand Valley State University   2002 — 2007
Masters of Public Administration, Non-Profit Administration

Davenport University   1998 — 2001
Bachelors, Marketing

Erica Birkhold Erica Birkhold Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Erica Birkhold's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Graphic Designer, Photographer
Industry Design
Experience
Silent Observer   2012 - Present
The Gilmore Collection  August 2010 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   May 2012 - August 2012
Lansing City Pulse  February 2010 - June 2010

Skills
InDesign, iMovie, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Mac, Photography, Facebook, Digital Photography, Dreamweaver, Advertising, Blogging, Final Cut Pro, Social Media, Multimedia, Newspaper, Creative Writing

Education
Grand Rapids Community College

Michigan State University   2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Studio Art

Mercedes Cowper Mercedes Cowper Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Mercedes Cowper's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience March 2013 - Present
Job Events & Programs Coordinator at Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   March 2013 - Present
The International Society of Primerus Law Firms   December 2010 - March 2013
Sweetie-Licious Bakery   October 2010 - December 2010
Lansing Entertainment and Public Facilities Authority (LEPFA)   September 2009 - December 2010
Self-Employed  October 2006 - July 2007
Harris Nature Center   June 2006 - August 2006
YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin  June 2005 - August 2005

Education
University of Brighton   2008 — 2010
MA, International Event Management

Hope College   2004 — 2008
BA, Japanese, Communications

Meiji Gakuin University   2006 — 2007
BA, Japanese Language, Int'l Relations

Shari Dick Shari Dick Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Details
Shari Dick's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience August 2014 - Present
Job Chief Financial Officer at Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Furniture
Experience
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   August 2014 - Present
Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.   March 2014 - July 2014
Grand Rapids Symphony  August 2011 - February 2014
Herman Miller  July 1990 - August 2011

Skills
Non-profits, Event Planning, Fundraising, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Event Management, Budgets, Organizational..., Volunteer Management, Public Relations, Editing, Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, New Business Development, Nonprofits, Marketing, Community Outreach, Teaching, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Social Media Marketing, Team Building, Leadership, Higher Education, Training, Non-profit...

Education
Davenport University

Hastings High School

Michigan State University

Laurie Nivala Laurie Nivala Grand Rapids, Minnesota Details
Laurie Nivala's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience 2013 - Present
Job Looking
Industry Banking
Experience
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union  September 2013 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   2013 - Present
Wheelchairs Plus   July 2010 - October 2013
Full Circle Image   June 2005 - May 2008
Full Circle Image   November 1996 - June 2005

Skills
Microsoft Office, Organization, Project Management, Time Management, Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Mathematics, Sales, Marketing, Volunteering, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Training, Healthcare, Fundraising, Strategic Planning

Education
Itasca Community College   1994 — 1996
Associate of Arts (AA)

Sarah Allsbrooks Sarah Allsbrooks Greater Detroit Area Details
Sarah Allsbrooks's Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Experience November 2007 - April 2008
Job Community Engagement Manager at United Way for Southeastern Michigan
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
United Way for Southeastern Michigan  November 2012 - Present
Kevin Howley for Oakland County Executive   May 2012 - November 2012
Oregon Health Authority - Office of Healthy Kids   January 2011 - June 2012
Hacienda CDC  December 2010 - January 2011
Our Oregon  May 2010 - December 2010
Oregon Law Center  February 2010 - March 2010
Defend Oregon  August 2009 - January 2010
Representative Carolyn Tomei   January 2009 - June 2009
Friends of Jessica Adamson   July 2008 - November 2008
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce   November 2007 - April 2008

Skills
Messaging, Fundraising, Political Campaigns, Community Outreach, Coalitions, Volunteer Management, Policy, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Community Engagement, Public Policy, Leadership, Grant Writing, Community Organizing

Education
Grand Valley State University   2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Political Science