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2021 Golf Outing Memories
The 2021 Golf Outing at Macatawa Golf Club brought over 175 Chamber members safely together on the golf course. Here are some memories of the day.
Read MoreMember Question of the Day: COVID-19 Update for Ottawa County
Today’s Member Question of the Day features Marcia Mansaray, Deputy Health Administrator with the Ottawa County Department of Public Health, who shares a COVID-19 update for Ottawa County.
Read MoreMember Question of the Day: Workplace Safety
Today’s Member Question of the Day features Sean Egan, Deputy Director of Labor with the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity, who shares updates around Covid-19 Workplace Safety and what the General Duty Clause requires for non-healthcare employers.
Read MoreWhat’s the Secret Sauce to Retaining Employees? Featuring Brett VanderKamp
Today’s Member Question is about developing the secret sauce to retaining employees. In Part 2 of this 2 Part Series, Brett VanderKamp joins us to share best practices.
Read MoreWhat’s the Secret Sauce to Retaining Employees? Featuring Ed Amaya
Today’s Member Question is about developing the secret sauce to retaining employees. In Part 1 of this 2 Part Series, Ed Amaya joins us to share best practices.
Read MoreMember Question: Becoming an Effective Ally
Today’s Member Question is about Becoming an Effective Ally, an important conversation in the work being done to create inclusive workplaces.
Read MoreMayor’s Update 2021
Mayor’s Update 2021 Holland City Mayor, Nathan Bocks, sat down with the West Coast Chamber’s Ambassador Team to give a comprehensive 2021 city update. Updates Include: Housing Waterfront Holland Inclusive Community Commercial Property Development Broadband Community Energy Plan Upgrades to our Recycling Program Electric Cost Reductions Renewable energy Tulip Time Civic Center Farmer’s Market All…
Read MoreMeet Local Sustainability Superstars
Meet Local Sustainability Superstars Let’s talk about local Sustainability Superstars. Earth Day seems like the perfect time to elevate the conversation about sustainability practices in our community. We asked for your nominations for businesses and organizations in our area that are working on initiatives that promote sustainability, resiliency and livability in our community. You responded!…
Read MoreImmediate COBRA Premium Subsidy Kicked In April 1
Immediate COBRA Premium Subsidies for Employees Kicked In April 1, as part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). What you need to know.
Read MoreThe Power of Giving
The Power of Giving By Rebekah Bakker, Business Development Manager, Custer Inc. Women of Color Give: Amplifying the Power of Individual Giving Rebekah Bakker believes in the transformative power of investing in the community. She has served at various nonprofits as an employee and now in her role at Custer, Inc. she spends time volunteering…
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