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Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women (GROW) Announces New Officers and Members for 2017 Board of Directors
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GROW adds new board members and leaders to continue to guide the organization in empowering local entrepreneurs and business owners.
Grand Rapids, Michigan — West Michigan non-profit organization, Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women (GROW), has added three board members to its 2017 Board of Directors to further help budding entrepreneurs. The new members are:
- Elly Barnette-Dawson, Director of Advancement, Grand Rapids Art Museum
- Dallas Lenear, Lead Consultant & Director of Project Green, Genesis Consulting
- Bridgett Tubbs-Carlon, CEO & Founder at Appletree & Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool
The 2017 Officers have also been announced:
- Elizabeth Ziesmer, Principal, Rehmann takes the position of Board President as Deborah Phillips, Sr. Business Partner, HR Collaborative moves to immediate past president.
- Angie Hanks, AVP Brand Manager, Chemical Bank is Vice President, Board Engagement
- Meg LeHigh, Community Volunteer is board Secretary
- Jason Reep, Director of Learning & Inclusion, The Employers’ Association is Treasurer
The new board leadership and additional members will aid in the organization’s growth and governance. The Board of Directors plays an integral role in providing the resources and expertise needed for GROW to effectively serve thousands of entrepreneurs in West Michigan.
“We’re excited with the addition of talent and perspectives for our board. These individuals bring skill sets and insights to help ensure that the services and resources we provide remain accessible to those we serve,” said, Bonnie Nawara, CEO of GROW.
Since its inception in 1989, GROW has worked with thousands of entrepreneurs, all with dreams of becoming economically independent. The organization is West Michigan’s source for relevant training, tools, and techniques for entrepreneurs and small business owners. 2017 brings a year of intention on expanding the organizations reach to low-to-moderate income individuals.
To learn more about GROW and its programs, or to find photos of these board members visit www.growbusiness.org/about/board-members
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About GROW: Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women (GROW) is focused on women at various stages of business ownership. We are the entrepreneurial resource in West Michigan to help women take the next step, empowering and supporting them with professional expertise for a lifetime. GROW offers professional, high-quality training and business counseling in all facets of business, including finance, management, marketing, strategic planning, human resources, and more. GROW is one of only 110 certified Women’s Business Centers in the nation, and one of three in Michigan, all in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
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