Name: Advocacy in Action
Start: 2026-05-05T07:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-05T09:00:00-04:00
Location: Spring Lake Country Club

Advocacy in Action
Tuesday, May 5 • 7:30–9:00am
Spring Lake Country Club
If you care about the future of our tri-cities - and the decisions shaping the business environment in Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and Ferrysburg - this is the room you want to be in.
Advocacy in Action brings together the leaders making key decisions across our communities with the business professionals most impacted by them. In this exclusive, off-the-record setting, you'll hear directly from the officials guiding policy, development, infrastructure, and growth across the region.
This month’s program features an exceptional lineup of local leaders who will provide timely updates and share insight into the priorities shaping their communities:
Featured Speakers
Ashley Latsch, City Manager, City of Grand Haven
Bill Cargo, Superintendent, Grand Haven Charter Township
Brady Selner, Village Manager, Village of Spring Lake
Gordon Gallagher, Township Manager, Spring Lake Township
Craig Bessinger, City Manager, City of Ferrysburg
Josh Brugger, Ottawa County Commissioner, District 10
Phil Kuyers, Vice Chairperson, Ottawa County Board of Commissioners, District 9
From economic development and infrastructure to regional collaboration and policy priorities, these leaders will share what’s happening now - and what’s coming next.
Why Attend
Hear firsthand updates from the officials leading our communities
Gain insight into decisions impacting local businesses and development
Participate in meaningful dialogue with regional decision-makers
Connect with fellow business and community leaders
This is one of the few opportunities where business and government leaders come together for candid conversation about the issues shaping our region. If staying informed, building relationships, and having a voice in the future of our community matters to you, you won’t want to miss it.
A light breakfast will be served, and seating is limited to maintain an intimate, productive conversation.
Register here: https://web.grandhavenchamber.org/atlas/events-v4/register/21322