The Chamber of Commerce

The One-Stop Resources

The Chamber of Commerce is a Michigan non-profit corporation, established April 15, 1982, with the consolidation of two existing community organizations: The Northwest Ottawa County Chamber of Commerce and the Committee for Economic Development.

The Chamber of Commerce that serves the Greater Grand Haven area is actively involved in the area's continuing development. The Chamber offers many programs, services and activities to help promote the well being of the area and to enhance its quality of life. To accomplish these goals, The Chamber draws upon the experience and expertise of local residents to formulate innovative, long term plans through a variety of committees.

The Chamber has five major service areas: The Chamber of Commerce, the Economic Development, and the Training Connections, Grand Haven/Spring Lake Area Visitors Bureau, and Northwest Ottawa Chamber Foundation.

The Chamber currently has eight full time staff which increases to ten in the summer months. The Chamber's office is located at One S. Harbor Drive, Grand Haven MI 49417.

Joy Gaasch, President

David Miller , VP of Economic Development
SBA 504 Loan/Business Start Up Assistance
Economic Development Assistance

Pamela Blake, Membership Services Manager
Retail & Service Assistance
Community Promotion
Community Events

Marci Cisneros, Tourism Development VP
Expansion of Accommodations & Attractions
Area Tourism Promotion
Off Season Promotion

Nancy Manglos, Training Services Manager
Public Seminars
Customized Training Needs and Assessments
Workforce Development

Akiko Poel, Information Systems Manager
Economic Development Surveys
Summer Arts & Crafts Fair

Kristen Klempel, Member Relations Specialist
Area Information
Visitors Information
Farmers Market/Cottage Rental Guide

Kimberly Talaga, Customer Service Specialist
Area Information
Visitors Information
Events Calendar

Therese Hansen, Accounting Specialist

©2007 Chamber of Commerce