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SUMMARY:1.26.17 - Leslie Bellavance
DESCRIPTION:Leslie Bellavance was named President of Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University in July of 2015. She concurrently holds the office of Vice President of Ferris State University. She previously served as Dean of the School of Art and Design in the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University and before that as a professor of art and the Director of the School of Art and Art History at James Madison University in Virginia. She was also a member of the faculty of the Department of Visual Art in the Peck School of the Arts at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her work has been widely exhibited in the United States and Europe. She was awarded a residency for her book\, analemmic\, which was published by Nexus Press in Atlanta\, Georgia. President Bellavance has also been active in program development and as a curator for alternative art centers such as West Hubbard Gallery in Chicago\, Woodland Pattern Book Center in Milwaukee\, and the Walker’s Point Art Center in Milwaukee. She has written and lectured extensively on contemporary art. Her articles\, essays\, and reviews have been published in such journals as Sculpture Magazine\, Art Papers\, and The New Art Examiner. \nPresident Bellavance currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and as a member of the Executive Board of the National Council of Arts Administrators (NCAA). She served for four years on the Board of Directors for the College Art Association (CAA). \nPresident Bellavance received a Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Chicago\, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Tyler School of Art at Temple University in Philadelphia.
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SUMMARY:2.02.17 - Dr. Gleaves Whitney
DESCRIPTION:Gleaves Whitney became the first full-time director of Grand Valley State University’s Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies in 2003. During his tenure\, he has been the architect of more than 400 public programs\, including four national conferences covered by C-SPAN and four internationally webcast debates — one to more than 3\,500 viewers in 18 countries\, and another watched on YouTube by nearly two million people in some 30 nations on all six inhabited continents. He has overseen the tremendous growth of the Hauenstein Center’s website\, which has been visited more than 30 million times; its original programs have been viewed a cumulative 27 years. He’s also premiered a popular web column called Ask Gleaves — the first presidential Q & A column in the nation — and created a leadership academy for students and young professionals committed to public service. \nUnder his direction\, the Hauenstein Center’s Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy has emerged as a preeminent center of leadership excellence in the Midwest. Cook Leadership Fellows have been face-to-face with four U.S. presidents\, three first ladies\, two vice presidents\, four secretaries of state\, six state governors\, numerous business and nonprofit executives\, multiple Pulitzer Prize-winning writers\, the world’s most decorated academic\, a Grammy Award winner\, and a national championship basketball coach. \n“Gleaves Whitney is a real treasure for those of us who do presidential studies and work in the field of presidential history\,” said award-winning biographer H. W. Brands. “He’s also one of the most effective entrepreneurs in the business of higher education. You can tell this by the growth of the Hauenstein Center over the years that he’s been the director.” \n“Gleaves Whitney and his energetic team at the Hauenstein Center have become\, in a remarkably short time\, a force to reckon with — and learn from — in the presidential studies field\,” said historian Richard Norton Smith. “The Hauenstein Center is a jewel in the crown of Michigan.” \nPrior to his arrival at Grand Valley\, Gleaves worked 11 years in Michigan Governor John Engler’s administration\, serving as senior writer\, chief speechwriter\, and historian. In 1993\, the Governor assigned him to a task force that helped bring sweeping education and school finance reforms to Michigan that the New York Times called “the most dramatic in the nation.” In 2001 he helped the Governor establish Michigan’s Department of History\, Arts\, and Libraries. \nIn addition to his public-sector service and work\, Gleaves is a scholar who writes and lectures nationally on a variety of historical topics. He is author or editor of 15 books including most recently To Heal a Nation: The Story of Gerald R. Ford\, and (with Mark Rozell) Testing the Limits: George W. Bush and the Imperial Presidency. Other books include Religion and the Presidency (with Mark Rozell)\, Religion and the Bush Presidency (also with Mark Rozell)\, American Presidents: Farewell Addresses to the Nation\, 1796-2001; John Engler: The Man\, the Leader & the Legacy; and 6 volumes of Messages of the Governors of Michigan. He even has a children’s book to his credit\, B is for Buckaroo: A Cowboy Alphabet (with Louise Whitney). Moreover\, Gleaves has contributed chapters to half-dozen books and written entries in two encyclopedias. In 2011 he partnered with M. W. Grass Strategic Communications and Meijer Inc. President Hendrik Meijer to produce a two-hour documentary on Michigan’s famous senator\, broadcast on PBS in December of that year. Several of his talks have appeared on C-SPAN; his commentary has appeared in numerous newspapers\, magazines\, and journals; and he has been interviewed by\, among others\, The New York Times\, CNN\, MSNBC\, ABC\, FOX News\, Newsweek\, US News & World Report\, and NPR and its affiliates. \nGleaves has won numerous awards and served on several committees. In 2012-’13\, he served as the principal investigator and hosted two programs funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities to explore the historical roots of bipartisan leadership. In 2008\, Gleaves and a Hauenstein Center team were awarded a Russell Mawby fellowship to examine the connection between philanthropy and the American presidency. In 2009\, he was appointed by Michigan’s Governor to the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Committee\, a two-year effort charged with helping the state celebrate our 16th president’s contributions to Michigan and the nation. In addition\, Gleaves is a senior scholar at the Center for the American Idea in Houston\, Texas; the first senior fellow at the Russell Kirk Center for Cultural Renewal in Mecosta\, Michigan; and a member of the College of Fellows at the Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology in Berkeley\, California. \nWhile director of the Hauenstein Center\, he was recognized by the Michigan Council for the Social Studies as an “outstanding mentor\,” and was awarded its prestigious Mel Miller Mentoring Award for 2009. In 2010 he was inducted into the national leadership organization ODK (Omicron Delta Kappa). In 2011 he established the Gleaves Whitney Fellowship at the Hauenstein Center’s Cook Leadership Academy. In 1984 he received Colorado State University’s Distinguished Alumni Award. Moreover\, he has served on the boards of the Michigan Humanities Counsel\, Arthur Vandenberg Memorial Committee\, Michigan State Historical Records\, and Historical Society for the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan. He has also cultivated many institutional partnerships – e.g.\, with the National Park Service\, Houston Museum of Natural Science\, Gerald R. Ford Foundation and Presidential Library and Museum\, Russell Kirk Center — and numerous ongoing professional partnerships — e.g.\, with H. W. Brands\, Richard Norton Smith\, George Nash\, and other historians of note. \nGleaves graduated with honors from Colorado State University (1980)\, was elected into the Phi Beta Kappa honor society (1980)\, and was a Fulbright scholar to then-West Germany (1984-85). His master’s degree and doctoral candidacy were at the University of Michigan\, Ann Arbor\, where he was a Richard M. Weaver fellow (1987-88) and an H. B. Earhart Fellow (1988-91). He has taught at the University of Michigan\, Colorado State University\, Droste-Hülshof Gymnasium\, Aquinas College\, and Grand Valley State University. In 2006\, he received the honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from the Graduate Theological Union’s Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology in Berkeley\, California. \nGleaves was born and raised in Houston\, Texas\, and now makes his home in Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, with his wife\, Mary Eilleen.
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SUMMARY:2.09.17 - Dr. Norman Beauchamp
DESCRIPTION:Norman J. Beauchamp Jr\, MD\, MHS\, became dean of the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in October 2016. \nPrior to his MSU appointment\, Dr. Beauchamp was a professor and chairperson of the Department of Radiology at the University of Washington\, a position he assumed in 2002. While there\, he served as vice chairperson and chairperson of the University of Washington Faculty Senate\, was president of the clinical practice of 1\,600 physicians employed by the university\, and was medical director of the Seattle/King County Clinic\, which provided dental\, vision and medical care to thousands of low-income and uninsured patients. Dr. Beauchamp also served as professor of neurological surgery and industrial and systems engineering at UW. \nDr. Beauchamp received his Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University and was selected as one of MSU’s top 25 of 10\,000 undergraduate students. He received his Master of Health Science degree from the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. \nAs the second College of Human Medicine graduate to become dean\, Dr. Beauchamp spent his last two years of medical school in Grand Rapids and subsequently completed his surgical internship at Blodgett Hospital and Saint Mary’s Hospital. \nAfter completing his residency in radiology\, and two fellowships\, neuroradiology and interventional neuroradiology\, at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine\, Dr. Beauchamp joined the faculty in 1996. While at Johns Hopkins\, he served as vice chairperson and interim chairperson of clinical operations. \nAs a diagnostic neuroradiologist and neurointerventional radiologist\, Dr. Beauchamp focused on developing improved ways to prevent\, predict\, diagnose and treat patients suffering from stroke. He directed the National Institutes of Health-funded Epidemiologic Studies Image Analysis Center at Johns Hopkins and UW\, which included nearly 6\,000 study participants. \nAn influential scientist and national leader in the radiology community\, Dr. Beauchamp has received numerous awards for his research and has published more than 100 peer-reviewed papers. His research focuses on developing advanced MRI imaging techniques to extend the treatment window for acute ischemic stroke and to identify risk predictors for stroke and dementia. \nDr. Beauchamp is chair of the International Outreach Committee of the American Roentgen Ray Society and on the board of directors of the Society of Chairs of Academic Radiology Departments and is past president of both of those organizations. He was chairperson of the Radiology Research Alliance\, the Coalition for Bioimaging Research and the American Radiology Education Committee. \nAmong his many honors\, Dr. Beauchamp was presented the outstanding faculty teaching award in radiology at Johns Hopkins three times. In 2016\, he received the University of Washington’s David B. Thorud Leadership Award.
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SUMMARY:2.23.17 - Honoarable William B. Murphy
DESCRIPTION:Judge William B. Murphy\, of the Michigan Court of Appeals\, has been elected president of the Council of Chief Judges of the State Courts of Appeal (CCJSCA)\, a national association dedicated to improving the administration of justice in state appellate courts. He will serve a one-year term\, which commenced during the conference’s 37th annual meeting in Cary\, North Carolina. \nJudge Murphy has served as judge for the Michigan Court of Appeals since 1988. He has also been an adjunct professor at Western Michigan Thomas M. Cooley Law School since 2011. \nAmong Judge Murphy’s judicial duties\, he was elected to the State Bar of Michigan Board of Commissioners\, District C\, (2001-10); elected to the Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission (1995-2003); elected to the Board of Trustees of the Michigan State Bar Foundation; selected by the Michigan Supreme Court to the Michigan delegation to the National Conference on Racial and Ethnic Bias (1995); chosen by the Michigan Supreme Court to the Judicial Executive Committee and Strategic Planning Committee for the Michigan Justice Project (1994); elected chief judge pro tem for the Michigan Court of Appeals (1992-96); and was appointed Chief Judge of the Michigan Court of Appeals by the Michigan Supreme Court (2009-2015) on three occasions. \nJudge Murphy has received several awards\, including the Michigan Association for Justice Judicial Excellence Award and the National Center for State Courts Distinguished Service Award\, both in 2015. \nJudge Murphy is currently a member of the State Bar of Michigan and Grand Rapids Bar Association. \nJudge Murphy was an adjunct professor at Michigan State University-Detroit College of Law from 1997-98. He was the founding partner at Murphy\, Burns and McInerney\, P.C.\, a civil and criminal trial practice firm in Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, from 1973-88. Shortly after graduating with a juris doctor from Wayne State University Law School (1970)\, he served as a law clerk for the Michigan Court of Appeals (1970-71) and was an attorney at Rhoades\, McKee and Boer in Grand Rapids\, Michigan (1971-73). \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:3.2.17 - Doug Small
DESCRIPTION:Mr. Douglas “Doug” Small is President & Chief Executive Officer for Experience Grand Rapids\, the Convention & Visitors Bureau. Small began his tenure with the organization on September 8\, 2008. Small has acquired thirty-three years of experience in the hospitality\, tourism and destination marketing industries; specifically working for several large-to-midsize destination marketing organizations throughout the country. \nExperience Grand Rapids provides destination marketing and visitor services for the Greater Grand Rapids region.  This non-profit\, private corporation operates with an annual budget of $10 million generated through private and public partnerships. \nWith a primary mission of economic development through the attraction of tourists and conventions to the area\, its’ staff of 29 full-time industry professionals provide public relations\, marketing\, sales and visitor services to accomplish its’ mission of increasing “new” revenues for Kent County and the Greater Grand Rapids region. \nSince Small’s arrival to Grand Rapids in 2008\, hotel performance has seen record level attainments in room revenue and occupancy for seven consecutive years.  Upon Small’s arrival\, annual hotel occupancy stood at 48% and currently is out-pacing the national average at 66.7%.  During this same period\, hotel room revenue grew from $96 million to $197 million in 2016. \nPrevious to his current role in Grand Rapids\, Small served as Senior Vice President for VISIT DENVER.  Prior to Denver\, Small served as President of the Syracuse (NY) Convention Bureau and in sales and marketing capacities for destination marketing organizations in Palm Springs (CA) and Dayton (OH). \nSmall’s community and industry involvement includes serving on the board of directors for the Economic Club of Grand Rapids (Executive Committee)\, the Downtown Market Grand Rapids\, Michigan Lodging and Tourism Association\, West Michigan Sports Commission and Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. \nSmall is a 1982 graduate of Siena Heights College (Adrian\, Michigan) where he majored in Hotel\, Restaurant and Institutional Management.  While at Siena Heights\, Small was also a two-time\, national championship qualifier as a record-setting collegiate track and field athlete\, competing in the high jump. \nA native of Napoleon\, Ohio; Small and his wife Kimberly\, have two children; Alexandra and Davidson and reside in Grand Rapids Township\, Michigan.
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SUMMARY:3.09.17 - Dr. Alice Chapman
DESCRIPTION:EDUCATION \nPh.D.\, University of Cambridge\n• Dissertation Title: “Authority and Power in the Writings of St Bernard of Clairvaux.”\n• Degree Emphasis: Ecclesiastical and Intellectual History.\n• Degree Received: July 2006. \nMaster of Arts in Religion\, Yale Divinity School\n• Degree Emphasis: Church History.\n• Degree Received: June 1996. \nBachelor of Arts\, Utah State University\n• Major: History\, emphasis in European History and minor area in Classics.\n• Degree Received: June 1991. \nBOOK\n•Sacred Authority and Temporal Power in the Writings of Bernard of Clarivaux\, Medieval\nChurch Series\, 25. Turnhout: Brepols Publishers (October 2013). \nARTICLES\n• “Ideal and Reality: Images of a Bishop in Bernard of Clairvaux’s Advice to Eugenius III\n(1145-53).” In Envisioning the Bishop Images and the Episcopacy in the Middle Ages Edited by Evan\nGatti and Sigrid Danielson. Medieval Church Series 29. Turnhout: Brepols Publishers (2014) 331-346. \n• “Disentangling Potestas in the Works of St Bernard of Clairvaux.” Revista Portuguesa De\nFilosofia 60 no. 3 (2004): 587–600. \n• “Authority and Power in the Writings of St Bernard of Clairvaux.” Cîteaux Commentarii\nCistercienses 54 no. 3–4 (2003): 209–223. \n• “Authority and Power in the Writings of St Bernard of Clairvaux: Summary of a Thesis in\nProgress.” Monastic Research Bulletin 8 (2002): 46–48. \nBOOK REVIEWS\n• “Bernard of Clairvaux Theologian of the Cross by Anthony N.S. Lane.” Cîteaux commentarii\ncistercienses (submitted).\n• “Shaping Church Law around the Year 1000. The Decretum of Burchard of Worms by Greta Austin.”\nEcclesiastical Law Journal 14 (May 2012): 297-299.\n• “Bishops\, Texts and the use of Canon law around 1100: Essays in honor of Martin Brett\, Bruce\nC. Braisington and Kathleen G. Cushing\, eds. Ecclesiastical Law Journal 12 (May 2010): 245-248.\n• “Leadership in Medieval English Nunneries by Valerie Spear.” Ecclesiastical Law Journal 9\n(January 2007): 130-131. \nTEACHING EXPERIENCE\n• Associate Professor\, History Department\, Grand Valley State University\, 2008 – ongoing.\n• Visiting Lecturer\, Department of History\, Utah State University\, 2005–2008. \nRelevant University Courses Taught:\nIntroduction to European Civilizations (HST102). A general education course covering the later\nMiddle Ages to the present emphasizing the interaction of political\, social\, economic\, intellectual\nand cultural factors that influenced the formation of Europe. \nEuropean Civilization to the Later Middle Ages (HST 207). This class is an historical survey\nfocusing on the development of European civilization from Classical Greece to the Later Middle\nAges. This course explores the intellectual\, social\, religious\, political and cultural aspects of\nthe formation of Europe; designed for majors who will take upper-division course in European\nhistory. \nFaith and Power in Medieval Europe (HST 200). This course provides skills for the historian.\nStudents develop research skills in order to produce solid pieces of written work; they are engaged\nin critical analysis of both primary and secondary texts. \nMedieval Europe (HST 355). This upper-division course focuses on the cultural\, religious and\npolitical systems of medieval Europe with an emphasis in the high Middle Ages. The course asks\nstudents to think critically and challenges them to reconsider existing notions and preconceptions\nabout this period in European history. The course is reading and writing intensive. \nControversies and Change in Medieval Europe (HST 495). This course is designed as the capstone\nof the history major. The class focuses on historiography\, use of primary sources and critical\nassessment of documents\, and requires a substantial undergraduate research paper as the culmination\nof the degree. \nMaking of Europe (HNR 217-218 and 227-228). This is a two-year course\, team- taught by four\nprofessors representing various disciplines in the Humanities. This Honors College class focuses on\nEurope from the 4th century C.E. to 1500. Among the four professors\, I teach the history portion of\nthe class. \nHistory of Christianity (HST 4230). An upper-division course focusing on the history of\nChristian thought and the various movements within Christianity from its origins to the present.\nThe course is reading and writing intensive. \nAWARDS\, HONORS/ APPOINTMENTS\n• Collegeville Institute\, Visiting Scholar\, St John’s University\, Collegeville\, Minnesota\, Winter 2015.\n• Pew Teaching Excellence Award\, 2012. Grand Valley State University.\n• Studium Scholar\, Visiting Scholars Program\, Saint Benedict’s Monastery\, 2011 and 2015\n• Nominated for\, “Outstanding Service to First-Year Students\,” Utah State University\, October 2006.\n• Graduate Representative to the Faculty of Divinity\, University of Cambridge\, 2001–2002.\n• Outstanding Student of the Year\, Department of History\, Utah State University\, 1990 –1991.\n• President of Phi Alpha Theta\, Utah State University\, 1990–1991.\n• Vice-President of Phi Alpha Theta\, Utah State University\, 1989–1990.\n• Distinguished Service Award\, Utah State University\, 1989–1990.\n• Academic All American\, National Collegiate Athletics Association\, Utah State 1987-1989. \n• Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholar\, University of Cambridge\, Clare College\, 1999-2000. \nSELECT ACADEMIC PAPERS/ PRESENTATIONS\n• “The Medieval Roots of the Christus Medicus in Martin Luther.”\n• Beyond Oberman: Luther and the Middle Ages (Northwestern U.) November 2016.\n• “Double Leprosy of the Heart: Spiritual Sickness and Wellness in Bernard of Clarivaux.” International Medieval Congress\, Leeds\, July 2015.\n• “Unam Sanctam and Bernard of Clairvaux.” International Medieval Congress\, Leeds\, England\, July 2014.\n• “Avoiding the Persona Mixta in Bernard of Clairvaux.” Center for Medieval and Renaissance\nStudies\, Saint Louis University\, 2014.\n• “Power\, Dominion and Papal Authority: Bernard of Clairvaux’s Legacy.” International Medieval\nCongress\, Leeds\, England\, July 2013.\n• “Auctoritas in Bernard of Clairvaux and Gratian.” The XIV International Congress of Medieval\nCanon Law\, St Michael’s\, University of Toronto\, August 2012.\n• “Right Order and Reform\, Bernard of Clairvaux and the Twelfth Century.” International Medieval\nCongress\, Kalamazoo\, May 2012.\n• “From Cistercian Abbot to Pope: Bernard of Clairvaux’s Advice to Eugenius III (1145 1153).”\nInternational Medieval Congress\, Kalamazoo\, May 2011.\n• “Looking Straight into the Light: Hildegard of Bingen and Bernard of Clairvaux.” University of\nMannheim\, Germany\, May 12\, 2009. Invited lecture.\n• “Teaching Medieval Latin to Classicists.” Utah Classical Association\, University of Utah\, March\n2005. Invited lecture.\n• “Authority and Power in St Bernard of Clairvaux.” International Medieval Congress\, Leeds\,\nEngland\, July 2003.\n• “The Relationship between Auctoritas and Potestas in the Work of St Bernard of Clairvaux.”\nChurch History Seminar\, University of Cambridge\, May 2003.\n• “The Lactations of St Bernard of Clairvaux\, Spiritual Images of Contemplation.” Clare College\nGraduate Research Forum\, University of Cambridge\, February 2002. Invited lecture.\n• “St Bernard of Clairvaux: Letters and Correspondence.” Bolton Abbey\, Cistercian monastery\,\nMoone\, Ireland\, March 2000. Invited lecture.\n• “The History of the Rosary: Prayer Beads and Worship.” Lecture series\, “Mary Through the\nCenturies.” Yale University\, May 1996.\n• “The ■ and  Controversy at The Council of Chalcedon: History and Language.” Presented at the\nSeven Ecumenical Councils Seminar. Yale University\, December 1995.\n• “Protestant Lenten Eating Habits in Elizabethan England.” Elizabethan England Conference\,\nUniversity of Utah\, May 1991. \nLANGUAGES \n• Latin\, 8 years (Classical 3\, Medieval 5\, reading knowledge)\n• Certificate\, Latin Summer School in Rome\, Fr. Reginald Foster\, O.C.D.\n• Greek\, 4 years (Classical 3\, Biblical\, 1)\n• Spanish\, 6 years (reading and speaking knowledge)\n• German\, 2 years (reading knowledge and some speaking knowledge)\n• French\, 2 years (moderate reading knowledge)\n• Hebrew\, 1 year (reference knowledge only)\nSERVICE \n• Undergraduate Research Committee\, Grand Valley State University\, 2015-.\n• Student Scholars Day Committee\, 2012- present.\n• Faculty Advisor\, Phi Alpha Theta\, Grand Valley State University\, 2010- present.\n• Faculty Advisor\, Theta Club (Undergraduate History Club)\, Grand Valley State\, 2009- present.\n• Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship Interview Committee for Grand Rapids\, 2011- present.\n• Scholarship Day\, “The Honors Advantage” address to parents and students; Awards of \nDistinction Scholarship Competitions interviewer\, December 2010; January 15 and 22; 2011.\n• Scholarship and Awards Committee\, Department of History\, Grand Valley State\, 2011.\n• Fellowship Liaison from History to the Office of Fellowships\, 2010- ongoing.\n• “Titivillus\, Patron Demon of Scribes.” Invited lecture for Phi Alpha Theta\, Delta-Xi Chapter\,\nUtah State University\, October 2006 and 2007.\n• Department of History Graduate Committee\, 2006 –2008.\n• Medieval and Early Modern Studies Committee\, 2005 – 2008.\n• Religious Studies Committee\, 2006 – 2008.\n• Bullen Essay Prize Committee\, 2005. \nPROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS\n• Episcopus Society\n• Medieval Academy of America\n• Phi Alpha Theta \nOTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE\n• Clare College Library Evening Invigilator\, University of Cambridge\, 2000–2003. Duties included\nchecking out books\, managing reserves\, and acting as evening manager of the library.\n• Idaho Health Sciences Library Assistant: Idaho State University\, Pocatello\, Idaho\, 1992–1993.\nDuties included locating medical articles requested by doctors and delivering articles to local\nhospitals.\n• Graduate Student Tutorial Supervisor and Periodicals Desk Employee: Boston College\, Boston\,\nMassachusetts\, 1991–1992. Duties included scheduling and overseeing appointments between graduate\nstudent tutors and their undergraduate students.\n• Dilettante Society Clare College\, 1999–2003. Academic lecture series.\n• Peace Caucus\, Yale University\, 1993–1996.\n• Woman’s Center Member\, Yale University\, 1993–1996.\n• Track and Field Athlete\, NCAA Division I\, Utah State University\, 1986–1989.
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SUMMARY:3.16.17 - Dick Gauthier
DESCRIPTION:Dick Gauthier is a Grand Rapids native and attended Western Michigan University\, receiving a degree in political science. \nHe is in his 32nd year at Universal Forest Products and enjoys serving in his current capacity as VP of international business development. Feeding a desire to confirm\, and see firsthand\, the connection between political oppression and decrepitude\, he visited North Korea in 2010\, and Chernobyl and Cuba in 2015. \nCurrently residing in EGR\, he is married to Samantha\, and has a daughter\, Ava\, a sophomore at Hope College.
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SUMMARY:3.23.17 - Mike Wall
DESCRIPTION:He brings over 18 years of financial analysis\, forecasting\, consulting and manufacturing experience to IHS Automotive\, with a primary focus on assisting automakers\, suppliers and financial firms in their evaluation and understanding of the auto industry\, as well as in-depth analysis of vehicle markets and trends.  Mike is quoted frequently in the media on a variety of automotive topics and has delivered presentations on the outlook for the automotive industry to company executives and other interested groups\, including the United Nations Industrial Development Organization in Vienna\, Austria.  Mike graduated Summa Cum Laude with an undergraduate degree in Finance and later earned the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/mike-wall/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170330T131500
DTSTAMP:20170308T150650Z
CREATED:20170308T150650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170308T150650Z
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SUMMARY:3.30.17 - Rochelle Sather
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/rochelle-satcher/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170406T131500
DTSTAMP:20170308T171454Z
CREATED:20170308T171454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170308T171454Z
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SUMMARY:4.06.17 - SPRING BREAK - NO LUNCHEON
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/spring-break-no-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170413T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170413T131500
DTSTAMP:20170308T171938Z
CREATED:20170308T171938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170308T171938Z
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SUMMARY:4.13.17 - Fred Keller
DESCRIPTION:Fred Keller founded Cascade Engineering in 1973 with the belief business can complement financial performance with important work in the social and environmental arenas. Driven by Fred’s belief\, a small team of six employees has grown to be a company of 1\,600 people serving a worldwide customer base. \nFrom the very beginning\, Fred Keller emphasized the key role business can play in building financial\, social and ecological capital\, often through partnerships with government and community agencies. His innovative management approach and work in advancing sustainability are featured regularly in business and industry publications. \nWith a passion for making a positive impact\, Fred has served on the boards of the Meijer Corporation and Fifth Third Bank\, West Michigan. He was formerly the board chair of the U.S. Department of Commerce Manufacturing Council and is a past chair and current member of the Board of Trustees for the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Fred is also a trustee for the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation. In addition\, Fred has been part of many community organizations and change initiatives including Talent 2025 and K-Connect. \nA Grand Rapids\, Michigan native\, Fred earned a B.S. in materials science and engineering from Cornell University and an M.S. in business management from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/fred-keller/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170427T131500
DTSTAMP:20170308T172730Z
CREATED:20170308T172730Z
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SUMMARY:4.27.17 - Al Bonney
DESCRIPTION:Rotary: Al is the District Rotary Foundation Committee Chair for District 6290. He joined Rotary in 1996 and was club President of the Traverse City (Ml) Rotary club in 2008 – 2009. His brother\, Father and Grandfather were all active Rotarians.  \n Professional: Al worked in over 13 different Marriott hotels during his career from 1970 and 1995. He and his family lived in Dhahran and Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia; Cairo\, Egypt and Athens\, Greece where the children did most of their secondary schooling. \n Hobbies and other Activities: Al and Joan live in Traverse City\, Michigan where Joan is an active painter. Al\, when not busy doing Rotary things\, plays the banjo\, directs the Rotary Chorus for the Traverse City Annual Rotary Show\, and builds wooden boats.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/al-bonney/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170504T131500
DTSTAMP:20170308T173152Z
CREATED:20170308T173152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170308T173152Z
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SUMMARY:5.04.17 - Peter D'Arienzo
DESCRIPTION:D’Arienzo comes from the Kansas City Zoo where he was the Director of Operations. \nBefore the Kansas City Zoo\, D’Arienzo served as the Plant Human Resources and EHS Manager at Donaldson Company International. He also spent 20 years at the American Multi-Cinema where he became corporate director.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/peter-darienzo-2/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170518T131500
DTSTAMP:20170308T171019Z
CREATED:20170308T171019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170308T171019Z
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SUMMARY:5.18.17 - Elissa Hillary
DESCRIPTION:Elissa Hillary is committed to working at the leading edge of values-based capitalism\, building sustainable local economies that put people first.  As the President of Local First since 2007\, she has brought together nearly a thousand businesses in West Michigan to collaborate in building a vibrant community that encourages sustainable business development.  As a consultant\, speaker\, and thought leader\, she has stressed the significance of building social capital through the mutual investment of the local business\, consumer\, government\, and philanthropic sectors.  Under these initiatives\, West Michigan’s economy and brand has thrived\, with nationally-recognized growth and the birth of new industries. \nElissa was named Grand Rapids Young Non-Profit Professionals Exemplary Executive in 2010\, a BCorp Measure What Matters Champion in 2014\, and has three times been named one of Grand Rapids Business Journal’s “Top 40 Under 40” business leader.  She is a 2011 Business Alliance for Local Living Economies (BALLE) Fellow and BCorp Ambassador.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/elissa-hillary/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170601T131500
DTSTAMP:20170524T145258Z
CREATED:20170524T145258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170524T145258Z
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SUMMARY:6.01.17 - Vicki Seidl
DESCRIPTION:Chief Prosecutor\nJuvenile Division\, Kent County Prosecutor’s Office (2003-Present)\n• Supervise five attorneys\, law clerks and support staff\n• Liaison between Family Court Judges and Prosecutor’s Office\n• Liaison between Department of Human Services and their contract Agencies\n• Handle diverse caseload and regularly appear in court on juvenile matters\n• Teach courses and guest lecturer for law enforcement\, case workers\,\nand other court personnel. Also a guest lecturer for Nurse Examiner Program at YWCA. \nAssistant Prosecutor\nJuvenile and Appeals Divisions\, Kent County Prosecutor’s Office (1996-2003)\n• Litigated delinquency and protective proceedings\n• Handled appellate issues\, wrote briefs and argued motions in Circuit Courts\,\nCourt of Appeals and State Supreme Court \nMichigan Court of Appeals Staff Attorney\nPre-Hearing Division\, Michigan Court of Appeals (1993-1996)\n• Researched and wrote briefs on criminal/and civil issues for appellate judges \nIllinois Appellate Court Staff Attorney\nIllinois Appellate Court 3rd Judicial District (1989-1993)\n• Researched issues raised by parties and wrote proposed opinions for the Court \nIllinois Appellate Prosecutor’s Staff Attorney\nState of Illinois Appellate Prosecutor Division (1988-1989)\n• Wrote appellate briefs and argued cases on behalf of twenty-three\nIllinois county prosecutor’s offices \nEDUCATION \nSouthern Illinois Law School\, Juris Doctorate\, Cum Laude (1988) \nCentral Michigan University\, Bachelor of Science (1982)
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-01-17-vicki-seidl/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170608T131500
DTSTAMP:20170524T145847Z
CREATED:20170524T145847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170524T145847Z
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SUMMARY:6.08.17 - Know Me Better
DESCRIPTION:Today’s meeting is going to focus on our Members! \nA fun interactive program designed to help you get to know your fellow Club members. \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/know-me-better/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170615T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170615T131500
DTSTAMP:20170612T123825Z
CREATED:20170612T123825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170612T123825Z
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SUMMARY:6.15.17 -  Thomas R. Dilley
DESCRIPTION:Thomas R. Dilley is a retired attorney and frequent lecturer on cemetery history in Grand Rapids\, Michigan. He is the author of several books of local history\, and he is a member of the Grand Rapids Historical Commission\, trustee of the Grand Rapids Historical Society\, past chair of the Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation\, and trustee of the Grand Rapids Public Museum Foundation. \nThomas is a lifelong resident of Grand Rapids\, where he lives with his wife\, Debra\, daughter\, Sarah\, and basset hound\, Ruthie. His 40-year interest in the history of his hometown is reflected in his avid collection of the postcards in Grand Rapids: Community and Industry\, as well as a large assortment of other materials documenting the history of the city.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-15-1-thomas-r-dilley/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170622T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170622T131500
DTSTAMP:20170426T123303Z
CREATED:20170426T123303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170426T123303Z
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SUMMARY:6.22.17 - Jon Hankins and Mario Benevides
DESCRIPTION:Jon Hankins\, Community Relations Officer\, Aquinas College \n  \n  \n  \n  \nMario Benavides Llanos\, Director of Operations\, Nicaragua \nMario is native of Nicaragua and a chemical engineer with extensive experience in a broad array of endeavors in the business\, engineering and agricultural sectors.  He has been with Aqua Clara since 2009 and is now Director of AcquaNic\, our in-country organization in Nicaragua.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/6-22-17-jon-hankins-and-mario-benavides/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170706T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170706T131500
DTSTAMP:20170607T162937Z
CREATED:20170607T162937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170607T162937Z
UID:3752-1499342400-1499346900@grrotary.org
SUMMARY:7.6.17 - President's "Passing the Tiller"
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/presidents-passing-the-tiller/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170713T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170713T131500
DTSTAMP:20170710T122854Z
CREATED:20170710T122854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T122854Z
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SUMMARY:7.13.17 - Christian Gaines
DESCRIPTION:Christian Gaines was born in Brussels\, Belgium to American parents\, moved to the United Kingdom when he was four years old\, then came to the United States in 1984 to attend Vassar College\, graduating in 1987 with a B.A. in English Literature. \nIn 1988\, Christian helped to start the American Pavilion at the Cannes Film Festival\, serving until 1994 as Administrative Director of this communication and hospitality center for the American film community attending Cannes. In 1990\, he also went to work for the Hawaii International Film Festival as Administrator\, and then served as Film Coordinator and Film Programmer in Hawaii from 1992 until 1994\, dividing his time between Honolulu\, Los Angeles and Cannes. During that time\, he also coordinated the Asia-Pacific Film Tour\, a fifteen-film\, eleven-city tour of films from Asia and the Pacific Rim. \nIn August 1994\, Christian was appointed Senior Film Programmer at the Sundance Film Festival where he was part of the team that programmed the 1995 and 1996 Sundance Film Festivals. He was also the first Director of New Media for the Sundance Institute and a consultant for the Sundance Channel. From 1996 to 2000 he served as Festival Director and Director of Programming for the Hawaii International Film Festival\, where he was responsible for its overall management and programming. \nIn June 2000\, Christian was appointed Director of Festivals at the American Film Institute (AFI)\, where he was responsible for several festival and film programming projects\, including the annual AFI FEST presented by Audi. Christian developed AFI’s year-round exhibition programs of film series\, mini-festivals\, retrospectives and exclusive advance screenings – “AFI at ArcLight” and “Cinema’s Legacy: How Great Filmmakers Inspire Great Filmmakers.” In his first few years at AFI\, Christian helped to start SILVERDOCS: AFI/Discovery Channel Documentary Festival\, now called AFI Docs. In his role at AFI\, Christian also spearheaded the launch of the Dallas International Film Festival. \nIn 2008\, Christian joined IMDb.com\, an Amazon.com company\, where he was Director of Festival Strategy and Business Development overseeing the global expansion of Withoutabox.com\, a web community and film submission platform connecting filmmakers to film festivals worldwide. \nIn April 2013 Christian joined ArtPrize as Executive Director. ArtPrize is a radically open\, independently organized international art competition\, annually attracting over 400\,000 attendees and around 1\,500 artists to Grand Rapids\, Michigan over 19 days. $500\,000 is awarded to artists through prizes that are determined equally by both public vote and expert jury. ArtPrize encourages critical discourse\, celebrates artists\, transforms urban space and promotes cultural understanding. \nChristian has served on numerous film festival juries including Sundance\, SXSW\, Denver\, Dallas\, Montreal and Warsaw; has participated on numerous panels worldwide about film\, film festivals\, art and technology; has independently consulted for several film festivals and film projects; has attended many\, many film festivals around the world; serves on the IFP Program Advisory Board\, the Film Collaborative Advisory Board and has filed periodically for the online independent film daily Indiewire.com. He is a council member on the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs. \nChristian is a movie and music fanatic\, has run seven marathons (and counting) and was the bass player in an LA-area rock band. He has a regular music show on community radio WYCE-FM. Christian is married to Dr. Kristen Taylor\, a cognitive psychologist\, writer and development specialist. They have two spectacular children Lola (21) and Luke (18) and they recently traded Los Angeles for Grand Rapids in West Michigan to play a part in its growing reputation as a hotbed for art\, design\, culture\, innovation and urbanism.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-13-17-christian-gaines/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170720T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170720T131500
DTSTAMP:20170607T163206Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170607T163206Z
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SUMMARY:7.20.17 - Jason Meyer
DESCRIPTION:Jason Meyer is currently the President and CEO at Blandford Nature Center in Grand Rapids\, Michigan. With a background in conservation\, environmental education\, and nonprofit management\, he brings a diverse set of skills and experiences to the profession. Over the past several years\, Jason has led two nature centers in Michigan – Fenner Nature Center in Lansing\, where he coordinated the transition of a city-owned nature center to nonprofit management and Blandford Nature Center\, where his largest accomplishments are\, so far\, guiding the organization through a $10.3 million campaign and\, separately from that campaign\, the acquisition of the former Highlands Golf Club. \nJason was recognized by the Association of Nature Center Administrators as the inaugural Outstanding New Leader Award recipient in 2014 and was a finalist for the 2015 Exemplary Executive Award through the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Grand Rapids.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/blanford-nature-center/
LOCATION:Blandford Nature Center\, 1715 Hillburn Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49504\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170727T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170727T131500
DTSTAMP:20170607T163317Z
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SUMMARY:7.27.17 - Tim Hileman
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE WANTS ANOTHER BEST DAY \nIKUS Life Enrichment Services helps individuals with disabilities to discover their potential\, experience greater freedom\, learn new skills\, and have fun in a safe environment. Ultimately\, IKUS gives clients the tools they need to make every day another best day. \nBecause everyone wants another best day\, IKUS serves individuals from five years old to eighty-plus. We also serve clients with a wide variety of abilities\, including spina bifida\, cerebral palsy\, traumatic brain injury\, congenital anomalies\, down syndrome\, autism\, multiple sclerosis\, arthrogryposis\, cognitive impairments\, and other developmental and/or physical abilities\, helping them to live joyful\, productive lives through services that address each person’s specific needs and goals. \n \n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \nSUPPORTING FAMILIES\, GUARDIANS\, AND CASEWORKERS \nOne of our goals is to serve our clients’ natural and support systems\, making the lives of parents\, guardians\, and case managers easier. To that end\, our services give caregivers a much-needed break from their duties. Even better\, IKUS’s comprehensive suite of services help individuals with disabilities attain greater independence and satisfaction in their lives\, which in turn brings greater satisfaction to those who care for them. \n\n\nIndian Trails is a remarkable facility that brings adaptive recreation to the lives of each camper. It is simple in theory\, but daunting in task. Indian Trails offers a barrier-free camp setting in which those with disabilities can participate in all manner of activities the outside world is ill-equipped to provide. It is a place filled with fun\, recreation and friendship. Campers learn perseverance\, team-work and self-reliance. They leave for home loaded with love\, respect and memories. \nThe history of the partnership between Indian Trails Camp and the Grand Rapids Rotary Club is one of energy\, commitment and loyalty. Since 1953 Rotarians have invested their time and money toward the success of the camp\, helping Indian Trails become a community and state treasure\, and one of only five camps in the nation serving the most disabled group with barrier-free camping facilities. \nIndian Trails Camp\, located six miles west of Grand Rapids\, has been providing camping experiences to individuals with disabilities since 1953. Campers return year after year to suspend personal obstacles long enough to enjoy those activities we all remember as part of a treasured camping experience – swimming\, canoeing\, archery\, music\, competitive sports\, challenge course\, dances\, and most of all\, the opportunity to make friendships and build relationships that affirm and encourage greater self-discovery. \nIndian Trails’ campers range in age from 5 to 70+ with such disabilities as: spina bifida; cerebral palsy; traumatic brain injury; congenital anomalies; down-syndrome; autism; multiple sclerosis; arthrogryposis and cognitive impairments.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/indian-trails-camp-picnic/
LOCATION:Indian Trails Camp\, 0-1859 Lake Michigan Drive\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49534\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170803T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170803T180000
DTSTAMP:20170728T164836Z
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SUMMARY:8.03.17 - Carl VerBeek and Varnum
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our inaugural First Thursday afternoon meeting on Thursday\, August 3\, 4:00pm at Varnum. Please RSVP by 12:00pm on  Friday\, July 28th to the Rotary office at rotary@grrotary.org or by calling 616-459-5640. \nWe will have a modified program followed by an opportunity to network with fellow Rotarians and guests while enjoying the view of the city from Varnum’s rooftop terrace. Parking will be validated. driving_directions
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-03-17-carl-verbeek-and-varnum/
LOCATION:Varnum\, 333 Bridge St NW - 17th Floor\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170810T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170810T131500
DTSTAMP:20170730T154916Z
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SUMMARY:8.10.17 - Matt Chapman and Wendy Ogilvie
DESCRIPTION:Matt Chapman\, Project coordinator and director of Grand Rapids Whitewater earned a BS in Advertising and Public Relations and holds a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership from Grand Valley State University. Matt spent his summers as a child playing in and along the Chippewa River in Midland\, MI. where he first developed a passion for the outdoors. Matt came to Grand Rapids Whitewater in 2015 after serving as the Executive Director of Alternatives in Motion for four years. Matt brings over 10 years of nonprofit fundraising and leadership development experience to the Grand Rapids Whitewater team and is excited to be part the historic effort to put the rapids back in the Grand for everyone. \n  \nWendy Ogilvie\, Director of Environmental Programs; Grand Valley Metro Council (GVMC) \nWendy holds a BS in Forestry from The University of Michigan and an MS in Resource Development from Michigan State University. She worked for Fishbeck\, Thompson\, Carr & Huber\, Inc. for 13 years focusing on water resource management projects. She joined GVMC in 2013 as the Director of Environmental Programs. Her work focuses on watershed & stormwater management\, including facilitating Municipal Stormwater Permits and promoting green infrastructure practices. She is currently working with partners through facilitating Municipal Stormwater Permits and promoting green infrastructure practices. She is currently working with partners through the Lower Grand River Organization of Watersheds and Grand Rapids Whitewater to restore connective and improve habitat in the Grand River. \nPresentation Description: Grand Rapids Whitewater is an innovative\, local nonprofit organization focused on the revitalization of the Grand River through Grand Rapids and restoration of the city’s historic namesake rapids. The goals of this project are to expand recreational uses\, improve aquatic habitats\, enhance environmental quality of the community\, and boost tourism\, business growth and employment opportunities along the riverfront in Grand Rapids and throughout West Michigan. Grand Rapids Whitewater\, in partnership with numerous agencies and organizations\, including the City of Grand Rapids and the Grand Valley Metro Council\, has been studying the project since 2009. This presentation will illustrate historical uses of the Grand River\, showcase the complexities of the project\, provide a current project update\, and explore the environmental\, economic\, and social benefits associated with a revitalized Grand River system.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/7-10-17-matt-chapman-and-wendy-ogilvie/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170817T131500
DTSTAMP:20170607T163442Z
CREATED:20170607T163442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170607T163442Z
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SUMMARY:8.17.17 - Johnny Brann Sr. & Johnny Brann Jr.
DESCRIPTION:Johnny Brann Sr. \nJohnny Sr. is a second-generation restauranteur with over forty years of experience. Along\, with his brothers Tommy and Mike\, Johnny has extended the legacy of their famous father\, John Brann Sr.\, who made the sizzling sirloin steak a favorite dinner in Grand Rapids. Brann’s Steakhouse & Grille now has ten locations across Michigan and is heavily involved in the communities they serve. \nJohnny Brann Sr. is a leading advocate for law enforcement\, tirelessly fundraising\, volunteering\, and spearheading efforts to support families of fallen officers\, dedicate police memorials (including the Service Above Selfie grand prize winning contribution to the Richmond Park Memorial)\, and challenge local government to increase funding. Further\, Johnny continues to aid Veterans and active military\, as well as fire departments\, and other emergency/first responder heroes. He also gives back to his community by serving small business groups\, neighborhood associations\, school systems and youth sports programs\, and many other local and non-profit organizations. \n  \nJohnny Brann Jr. \nJohnny Jr. continues the proud family restaurant tradition by growing both the legendary Brann’s Steakhouse & Grille brand and the new Kitchen 67 brand. Like his father\, Johnny is committed to growing his surrounding communities and giving back to various organizations. Johnny serves on multiple boards\, including West Leonard Business Association\, West Grand Neighborhood Association\, Grand Rapids Transformation Advisory Council\, GR Community Challenge Foundation Scholars Program\, and more. He was named to GRBJ’s “40 Under 40” List and continually advocates for youth education programs (Back to School Kids Parade and Games) and fighting hunger (Feed the Hungry).
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/johnny-brann-sr-johnny-brann-jr/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170824T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170824T131500
DTSTAMP:20170730T163010Z
CREATED:20170730T163010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170730T163010Z
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SUMMARY:8.24.17 - Rosalynn Bliss
DESCRIPTION:Mayor Rosalynn Bliss became the City of Grand Rapids’ first female Mayor when she took office on January 1\, 2016. She previously served as a Second Ward City Commissioner for 10 years. \nMayor Bliss also is an adjunct professor at Grand Valley State University’s School of Social Work. She earned bachelor’s degrees in psychology and criminal justice from the University of South Alabama and a master’s in social work from Michigan State University. \nMayor Bliss is active in her profession and in the community. She is President of the Michigan Municipal League and serves on the boards of the Downtown Development Authority\, Experience Grand Rapids\, Grand Valley Metro Council\, Kent County Land Bank Authority and Interurban Transit Partnership\, among many other organizations. \nShe is a member of the West Michigan Environmental Leadership Network\, and she serves on the Mayors Innovation Project Steering Committee. \nMayor Bliss has been recognized and honored locally as well as statewide for her commitment\, dedication and work in the field of child abuse and neglect and for her leadership in the community. Recognitions include: \n\nCrain’s 100 Most Influential Women\nGrand Rapids Business Journal’s 50 Most Influential Women in West Michigan\nFive-time recipient of Grand Rapids Business Journal’s 40 Under Forty distinction\nWest Michigan Public Relations Society of America’s Communicator of the Year Award\nATHENA Young Professional Award\nTim Pope Memorial Award for Outstanding Young Governmental Leader\nChristine Nelson Professional Award for Service to Children\nMichigan Professional Society on the Abuse of Children Special Recognition Award\n\nAs Mayor\, she is committed to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs as well as addressing disparities in our community and making sure that Grand Rapids is the place for everyone. \nShe also is committed to engaging the community in local government and encouraging citizens – particularly women and minorities – to serve on boards and commissions. She believes that local government needs to reflect the diverse community in which we live.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/8-24-17-mayor-rosalynn-bliss/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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SUMMARY:8.31.17 - No Luncheon - Labor Day recognition
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URL:https://grrotary.org/event/no-luncheon-labor-day-recognition/
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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SUMMARY:9.7.17 - "Rotary in the PM" - RSVP required
DESCRIPTION:Jason Webb and Colliers will be hosting our second “Rotary in the PM” meeting. \nPlease join us for networking\, appetizers and drinks at Colliers International in Bridgewater Place overlooking beautiful downtown Grand Rapids. \nWe will have a modified program followed by an opportunity to network with fellow Rotarians while enjoying the view of the city from Colliers 12th Floor. Parking will be validated.  Driving Directions \nWe hope that you will bring your spouses\, friends\, co-workers\, clients and prospect members to this fun event. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n*********************************************************************************************************************************** \nColliers International is one of the most respected names in the commercial real estate industry because of the innovative results we deliver to our clients.  With a culture devoted to service excellence\, the West Michigan organization has a reputation that rests on its ability to create effective\, customized solutions for a broad spectrum of client needs.  Defined by our spirit of enterprise\, Colliers International leverages the vast resources of our global network and local expertise to provide superb services to accelerate the success of our clients. Our advisors rely on teaming to offer the best services to our clients.  This collaborative effort allows the organization to create customized solutions and offer specialized focus to each and every project. Together\, we are committed to ensuring that our clients have the best possible experience and that we deliver solutions that meet their objectives and drive their success and their business forward.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-7-17-colliers-international/
LOCATION:Colliers International\,  333 Bridge St NW\, Suite 1200\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170914T120000
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SUMMARY:9.14.17 - Kent Riddle
DESCRIPTION:You may not expect an engineer to be at the helm of the nation’s 4th largest rehabilitation system\, but Kent Riddle is more than comfortable in that role. After graduating from Purdue University in Construction Management and Engineering\, Kent’s career began on a likely track: commercial and industrial real estate development\, building design and construction\, and global mergers and acquisitions for Steelcase\, Inc. \nKent’s professional path realigned when his wife\, Susan\, suffered a traumatic brain injury and recovered at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital. He joined the hospital board and was invited to become Chief Executive Officer in 2011. \nKnown around the hospital as the Energizer Bunny\, during the past five years Kent has initiated and integrated monumental changes at Mary Free Bed with significant results including: \n\nThe number of employees has gr0wn by 74%\nA $66 million expansion and renovation project is nearing completion with a leading-edge hospital\, designed specifically for rehabilitation\, operational for the past year.\nThe number of inpatient beds on the main campus has more than doubled going from 80 to 167.\nThe Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Network was created in 2011 and now has 31 hospital members across Michigan – with an additional 100 inpatient acute-care rehabilitation beds in this system.\nThe Mary Free Bed Foundation was established in 2012 and has raised $20.4 million.\n\nBut clearly the most important accomplishment for Kent is the 187% increase in the number of patients served. And\, no one understands better than Kent what it means to have futures transformed through rehabilitation. \n  \n  \n  \n        \n 
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/kent-riddle/
LOCATION:Mary Free Bed\, 350 Lafayette SE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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SUMMARY:9.21.17 - Karen McCarthy
DESCRIPTION:Karen McCarthy is a Regional Public Affairs Manager for Consumers Energy\, based in Grand Rapids.  She is responsible for local government and community relations\, economic development and charitable giving in southern Kent County and western Ottawa County\, and supervises a team of employees with similar responsibilities in southwest and west Michigan. \nKaren was a member of the Ottawa County Economic Development Office Board of Directors until it merged with Lakeshore Advantage in late 2014.  She serves on the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Environmental Affairs Committee\, Tax and Regulatory Affairs Committee and Public Policy Council.  She chairs the Wyoming-Kentwood Chamber of Commerce Government Matters Committee\, which was named the Committee of the Year in 2013. Karen was appointed by the Mayor to serve on the City of Grand Rapids Urban Forestry Committee and the River Corridor Plan Committee.  She is a former member of planning commissions in Cascade Charter Township and the City of Kentwood.  Additionally\, Karen volunteers with the Heart of West Michigan United Way\, the Michigan Women’s Foundation\, and Cornell University’s Project FeederWatch. \nKaren has worked for Consumers Energy for 32 years.  She formerly chaired the company’s political action committee and was selected as Employee for Better Government of the Year in 2011.  She previously worked for the Michigan Legislature\,  Michigan State University and DeWitt Public Schools. \nKaren graduated cum laude from Furman University in Greenville\, S.C.\, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education\, and is an accredited member (APR) of the Public Relations Society of America.  In her spare time\, she enjoys birding\, reading and gardening.  Karen and her family live in Alto.
URL:https://grrotary.org/event/9-21-17-karen-mccarthy/
LOCATION:University Club of Grand Rapids\, 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meeting
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