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Welcome to the view from inside the West Coast Chamber. Keeping you on the leading edge of business innovations, trends, and best practices. Keeping you in the know about what's happening in the West Michigan business community.

Maximize Your Marketing Opportunities

August 27, 2020
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We’re here to help promote your businesses. Here are three ways to maximize your marketing opportunities as a Chamber member.

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Today’s Top Three Business Questions at the SBDC

August 21, 2020
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The SBDC is a Great Resource to Answer Your Business Questions This has been a year of massive disruption for any business plan. Owners and employers have a wide range of business consulting needs to help them pivot. One of our favorite resources for hands-on consulting resources for small businesses and entrepreneurs is the Small Business…

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Taking the United Way’s 21-Day Equity Challenge

August 20, 2020

The United Way 21-Day Equity Challenge invites you to learn about the history and impact of racism in our community.

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2020 Golf Outing Memories

August 14, 2020
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The 2020 Golf Outing at Ravines Golf Club brought over 120 Chamber members safely together on the golf course. Here are some memories of the day.

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Member Question of the Day: What is Implicit Bias?

August 14, 2020
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In this Member Question episode, we’re learning about Implicit Bias from Robyn Afrik, Director of Ottawa County Officce of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

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In The Know: Back To School Resources

August 14, 2020
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The Chamber is keeping you in the know with back to school information and resources from our local school administrators.

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Member Question: How is Hope College Preparing for School?

August 6, 2020
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How is Hope College preparing for school during a pandemic? We spoke with Hope College President, Matt Scogin to get a preview of what to expect as Hope College prepares to bring students and faculty back to school in the fall of 2020.   This is undoubtedly one of the most difficult times in the…

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It’s All About You: Member Renewals for June

August 4, 2020
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Your renewal is the ultimate source of feedback on the positive impact the Chamber has on fostering strong businesses that support a thriving community. Thanks to these businesses who renewed in June.

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Plans for a Safe Return to School

July 31, 2020
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Join us for an exclusive opportunity to hear updates from Pete Haines, Superintendent and Dr. Kyle Mayer, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, of the Ottawa Area ISD on the #Return2School Roadmap. There will be time for Q&A with Pete and Kyle as well.

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Jane Clark Earns Elite Certification

July 23, 2020
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West Coast Chamber President Jane Clark has been designated as a Certified Chamber Executive by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.

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