West Shore Business & Economic Summit Sessions

Shelly Kasprzycki, executive director, Fremont Area Community Foundation Democracy relies on civil disagreement. Learn how the practices of civility and civil discourse can build stronger communities and how, by using these tools, leaders can foster respect, empathy and collaboration across settings.

Michael Louis, Program Manager - Talent Pipeline Management, U. S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Talent shortages are keeping employers up at night. This interactive session shows how TPM helps employers lead the way—using data, collaboration, and shared value to connect industry, education, and community partners for long-term workforce solutions.

Shawna Hondorp, Talent Acquisition Leader, Disher Talent Solutions AI is reshaping the way organizations attract and engage talent, helping recruiters work faster and smarter while keeping the human connection at the center. Learn about practical tools and strategies to streamline sourcing, screening, and communication, deliver a more engaging candidate experience, and future-proof your talent acquisition efforts in an increasingly competitive market.

Sonja Johnson - Executive Director - Van Andel Global Trade Center Join the discussion regarding the constant changes and challenges of managing today's global supply chain. Learn ways to mitigate costs utilizing local, state and federal resources. Take note of best practices your organization can implement to help manage the complexities of global supply chains.

Presenter: Shelly Kasprzycki, executive director, Fremont Area Community Foundation Democracy relies on civil disagreement. Learn how the practices of civility and civil discourse can build stronger communities and how, by using these tools, leaders can foster respect, empathy and collaboration across settings.

Presenter: Michael Louis, Program Manager - Talent Pipeline Management, U. S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Talent shortages are keeping employers up at night. This interactive session shows how TPM helps employers lead the way—using data, collaboration, and shared value to connect industry, education, and community partners for long-term workforce solutions.

Shawna Hondorp, Talent Acquisition Leader, Disher Talent Solutions AI is reshaping the way organizations attract and engage talent, helping recruiters work faster and smarter while keeping the human connection at the center. Learn about practical tools and strategies to streamline sourcing, screening, and communication, deliver a more engaging candidate experience, and future-proof your talent acquisition efforts in an increasingly competitive market.

Supply Chain Resilience: Managing Disruptions & Tariffs Sonja Johnson - Executive Director - Van Andel Global Trade Center Join the discussion regarding the constant changes and challenges of managing today's global supply chain. Learn ways to mitigate costs utilizing local, state and federal resources. Take note of best practices your organization can implement to help manage the complexities of global supply chains.