Speaker: Dr. Paul Isely Speaker Topic: West Michigan Economic Update Bio: Dr. Paul Isely is the Associate Dean and Professor of Economics for the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University, which he joined in 1995 after earning his Ph.D. in Economics from Purdue University. He also holds an M.S. in Economics from…
Join us for our monthly Club 77 event hosted by Rotarians Sheri & Asgi Fazleabas! Time: 4:30 - 6:30 PM Location: See Weekly Update for Address Parking: Ample street parking on the street around their home
The Michael Sadler Foundation develops and supports programs that emphasize the combination of academic excellence, athletic achievement, character strength and leadership. Our Inspiration Michael Sadler's extraordinary life was abruptly halted when he died in a tragic car accident in Wisconsin on July 23, 2016. Â At the time, he was volunteering at a kicking camp to…
Speaker: Steve Heacock Speaker Topic: Grand River Restoration Project GRWW’s mission is to recreate the spirit of the iconic grand rapids; to make the Grand River in downtown Grand Rapids a more natural river environment and to enhance the sustainability of fish, wildlife and natural resources and provide access to recreation and fitness opportunities to…
Speaker: Dr. Bill Pink Speaker Topic: Ferris State University - Now and the Future BIO: Dr. Bill Pink strongly believes in the power of education and is passionate about providing opportunities for students and furthering Ferris State University’s commitment to ensuring the success of all students. Dr. Pink in July 2022 became Ferris State’s…
Speaker: Milinda Ysasi Speaker Topic: Grow Grand Rapids: Why Filling Financial Gapis is Vital Bio: Milinda Ysasi was born in Grand Rapids and grew up on the Southeast side of the city. She attended Catholic Central and Grand Valley State University. She has been married to her husband, Rafael Castanon for over ten years. They…
Join us for our monthly Club 77 at Warner Norcross + Judd LLP in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids! Appetizers & adult beverages will be served. You are encouraged to invite guests to attend! Parking Instructions: Parking is available in the Warner Building lot for a fee or street parking is available. The entrance…
Speaker: Tarah Carnahan - Executive Director & Co-Founder, Treetops Collective Speaker Topic: Treetops Collective and its mission to respond to refugees displaced by war, famine, or persecution Bio: Tarah received her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Business from Lee University in 2008. Upon graduation, she settled in Asuncion, Paraguay where she started a small…
Speaker: J.C Huizenga - Owner, Huizenga Group Bio: J.C.’s entrepreneurial penchant appears to run in the family. His grandfather emigrated from the Netherlands in 1893. By 1971, the family had created the world’s largest trash collection and disposal company, Waste Management, Inc. After studying economics at Hope college and earning his MBA at Michigan State…
There will be no luncheon on Thursday, November 28th in observance of Thanksgiving.