Government Matters

Join us monthly for our Government Matters meeting!

The committee monitors government activity and other public policy issues affecting the South Kent business community on behalf of Chamber membership and communicates relevant developments to the membership. The committee serves as a liaison between the business members of the Chamber and government officials on the local, state and federal levels. The committee represents all local business and serves as the voice of local business on behalf of local businesses.

Here are key functions and activities typically undertaken:

1.  Advocacy and Representation
2.  Communication and Information Sharing
3.  Collaboration with Local Officials
4.  Issue Resolution
5.  Community Engagement

Guest Speakers

Trevor Mier Industry Council Lead – West MI Health Careers Council | West Michigan Works!


 

Trevor Mier was born and raised north of Detroit and fell in love with West Michigan while attending Grand Valley State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in management and marketing. He entered the health care field shortly after graduation and quickly developed a passion for the industry and being able to make a difference for members of his community. Trevor worked in health care for three years before starting with West Michigan Works! in May of 2020. He is immensely proud to serve as the industry council lead for the West Michigan Health Careers Council and to have the opportunity to positively affect change in the West Michigan health care industry.

Outside of work, you can find Trevor on a local disc golf course, tent camping in the woods, and stubbornly refusing to give up on cheering for the Detroit Lions.

Janis Petrini is a highly experienced Business Owner and Manager who has demonstrated the ability to lead diverse teams of employees to new levels of success in a variety of highly competitive industries, cutting-edge markets, and fast-paced environments. With more than 30 years of hands-on experience in strategic planning, business unit development, and project and people management, Janis has consistently proven her expertise in guiding organizations to achieve their goals.

Since 1996, Janis has been at the helm of several successful Grand Rapids businesses, including Express Employment Professionals, Specialized Recruiting Group, and Frontline Training Solutions. Her leadership is marked by a deep commitment to excellence, a passion for helping people succeed, and a dedication to fostering community growth. Actively involved in the day-to-day management and mentoring of her team of over 30, Janis oversees all business operations while continuously driving innovation and strategic growth.