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Community Conversations That Matter
The Chamber Forum Series
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The big picture: Today's conversations shape tomorrow's workforce, economy, and quality of life.
Join local leaders as we tackle some of our region's most pressing topics:
Why attend: Gain insights, connect with decision-makers, and help influence the conversations impacting your business and our community.
Why sponsor: Demonstrate leadership, increase visibility, and support meaningful dialogue on the issues that affect Northwest Ottawa County's future.
Be informed. Be engaged. Be part of the solution.
Register or become a sponsor today.
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Supporting the work of the Chamber is an investment in the future of Northwest Ottawa County. Sponsorship of the Chamber Forum Series helps make these important conversations possible by connecting business and community leaders around the challenges and opportunities shaping our region. Your support enables high-quality programming, encourages collaboration across sectors, and helps drive solutions that strengthen our workforce, businesses, and community for years to come.
Contact Heather here to discuss how you can continue to invest in the work of the Chamber.
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Celebrate Women in Leadership at ATHENA 2026
Join the Chamber Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Ferrysburg and the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce for ATHENA on the Lakeshore Awards 2026, an inspiring annual celebration honoring outstanding women who lead, serve, and make a meaningful impact throughout our communities.
Two remarkable women will receive ATHENA awards during this year’s luncheon, recognizing their leadership, service, and commitment to opening doors of opportunity for others.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Trillium Event Center | Spring Lake
Come celebrate the talented women making a difference across our region and help us recognize this year’s ATHENA finalists and award recipients.
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Have you secured your company's booth yet?
BOOMERANG connects local employers with high school juniors and seniors, helping students explore career opportunities right here in Northwest Ottawa County. By showcasing careers in manufacturing, healthcare, skilled trades, technology, construction, and more, BOOMERANG strengthens our local talent pipeline and encourages students to build their future close to home.
Date: October 13, 2026
Location: Grand Haven High School Field House
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Chamber Alert: Be Aware of Unauthorized Mailing List Solicitations
Several members have recently reported receiving emails offering to sell a "Grand Haven Chamber of Commerce member list" or business directory. These emails are not affiliated with or authorized by the Chamber. Based on our experience, these solicitations are typically generated by third-party organizations that search public websites and online business directories for contact information. Rest assured, The Chamber does not provide any individual contact information through our online business directory without prior approval.
We encourage members not to respond to these emails or provide payment or personal information. The Chamber does not sell member contact lists through unsolicited email offers, nor do we authorize outside companies to do so on our behalf.
If your organization is interested in Chamber marketing opportunities, mailing lists, sponsorship opportunities, or member outreach programs, please contact us directly so we can discuss legitimate options available through the Chamber.
If you receive a message that appears suspicious or claims to represent the Chamber and you're unsure whether it is legitimate, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team. We're happy to help verify communications and answer any questions.
Questions or concerns? Contact the Chamber directly at (616) 842-4910 or chamber@grandhavenchamber.org.
Empowering Businesses. Building Communities
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The Chamber was honored to join Blue Line Excursions for their ribbon cutting ceremony.
Blue Line Excursions is a nonprofit based in Grand Haven, Michigan, dedicated to honoring and supporting First Responders, Veterans, and their families.
We provide free and donation-based boating experiences on Lake Michigan. Whether through fishing charters, a sunset cruise, or a day spent exploring the shoreline, these excursions are designed to create space for healing, connection, and gratitude.
Guided by a licensed captain and supported by a team of professionals, Blue Line Excursions exists to give back to those who give so much, turning calm waters into moments of peace, reflection, and community.
To learn more, visit their website here or email Captain Pete here.
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Get a Grip on Your Business with EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System)
Are you spending too much time putting out fires and not enough time focusing on growth? Join Ken Bogard, Expert EOS Implementer®, for a practical and engaging session designed to help business owners and leaders take greater control of their organizations.
Ken will share proven tools and strategies from the Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS) to help you gain clarity, improve accountability, strengthen your team, and create a stronger, healthier business. Whether you're looking to overcome obstacles, improve execution, or achieve better results, you'll walk away with actionable insights you can put to work immediately.
Take control of your business instead of letting it control you. Register today and start building a more focused, productive, and successful organization.
Register here: Get a Grip on Your Business with EOS
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Election Information and Updates
The primary election has passed, and the candidates have been determined for many key offices in our state government. Your Chamber has assembled a list of candidates for our region, and we will continue to update the information including local elections and proposals as it becomes available. The ballot will continue to develop between now and the November election and we encourage you to stay up-to-date here: Advocacy and Public Policy – Grand Haven Chamber
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Thank You to Our Chamber Challenge Golf Sponsors!
The Chamber Challenge Golf Outing is officially sold out with 133 golfers, and we couldn't be more excited for a great day on the course together!
A heartfelt thank you to all 36 of our sponsors for partnering with us on our largest fundraiser of the year. Your support makes this event possible and helps us continue serving and strengthening the Northwest Ottawa County business community.
We truly couldn't do it without you. Thank you for your partnership, generosity, and commitment to the Chamber!
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Business Recognition Luncheon - Partner Sponsor $500
BASH Host (2027) - $400
Chamber Challenge Golf Outing - Small Business Partner $500
Holiday BASH - $500
Early Bird Breakfast – 4 min $400 and Expo Tables $300
E-News - Banner ad $75, Content Block ad $150 and Member Spotlight $250, average open rate: 52%
Networking at Noon - Expo Table $150, Event Sponsor $400
Industry Trends Report - Supporting Sponsor $500
Chamber Forums - $500 Small businesses under 10
Leadership Connect - Lunch Sponsor $500
Government Affairs - Annual Sponsor $500
When you support the Chamber by sponsoring an event or a program, your investment has a ripple effect impacting the entire membership. As a non-profit, investments are always returned to benefit the membership as a whole. The more we grow together, the greater the impact we all can have on the business and nonprofit community here in Northwest Ottawa County. A stronger economy provides a stronger community for all.
To support the Chamber by sponsoring an event or program, please contact Heather here.
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Through our Business Education Partnership, the Chamber had the opportunity to collaborate with Grand Haven Area Public Schools (GHAPS) to showcase a new middle school curriculum to local manufacturing leaders.
MEERA (Manufacturing and Engineering Education Re-imagined For All) is launching at Lakeshore Middle School this fall for 7th and 8th grade students, introducing them to manufacturing and engineering careers through hands-on, competency-based learning.
This collaborative program connects education, industry, and the community to help build the future workforce for our region.
Interested in getting involved? Contact Mark Allen at The Chamber or Mary Jane Evink at GHAPS.
MEERA thrives on collaboration between education, industry and community stakeholders.
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Have an event that you want to add to our calendar?
It's easy to submit an event!
| | From the Chamber homepage, go to 'Calendar,' and then you will find 'Submit Your Event' in the upper, righthand corner. After you submit it, Hanna will approve it and then it will appear on our calendar as a Community Event. | | We would like to recognize our Premier Partners | | |
Our office is open M-F 9AM - 4PM,
call at 616.842.4910, or email a staff member directly.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Would you like to advertise in our eNews?
Contact Marketing Coordinator, Megan Tobin.
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