• 5.04.17 – Peter D’Arienzo

    University Club of Grand Rapids 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    D'Arienzo comes from the Kansas City Zoo where he was the Director of Operations. Before 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.

  • 5.18.17 – Elissa Hillary

    University Club of Grand Rapids 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    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,…

  • 6.01.17 – Vicki Seidl

    University Club of Grand Rapids 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Chief Prosecutor Juvenile Division, Kent County Prosecutor’s Office (2003-Present) • Supervise five attorneys, law clerks and support staff • Liaison between Family Court Judges and Prosecutor’s Office • Liaison between Department of Human Services and their contract Agencies • Handle diverse caseload and regularly appear in court on juvenile matters • Teach courses and guest…

  • 6.08.17 – Know Me Better

    University Club of Grand Rapids 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Today's meeting is going to focus on our Members! A fun interactive program designed to help you get to know your fellow Club members.  

  • 6.15.17 – Thomas R. Dilley

    University Club of Grand Rapids 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    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…

  • 6.22.17 – Jon Hankins and Mario Benevides

    University Club of Grand Rapids 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Jon Hankins, Community Relations Officer, Aquinas College         Mario Benavides Llanos, Director of Operations, Nicaragua Mario 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…

  • 7.13.17 – Christian Gaines

    University Club of Grand Rapids 111 Lyon St NW Suite 1025, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    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. In 1988, Christian helped to start the American Pavilion at the Cannes Film Festival, serving…

  • 7.20.17 – Jason Meyer

    Blandford Nature Center 1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, United States

    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…

  • 7.27.17 – Tim Hileman

    Indian Trails Camp 0-1859 Lake Michigan Drive, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    EVERYONE WANTS ANOTHER BEST DAY IKUS 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. Because everyone wants another best day, IKUS serves individuals from…