West Shore Community College, in partnership with West Shore Bank, the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Chamber Alliance of Mason County, is proud to announce the West Shore Business & Economic Development Summit to be held on Wednesday, Oct. 9 at the WSCC main campus, located at 3000 N. Stiles Road.
This premier event will bring together business leaders to explore emerging technologies, growth strategies, and critical industry insights. The summit will open at 1:00 p.m. with a featured session on artificial intelligence led by Brian Tol, Chief Technology Officer at SpinDance. Attendees will then hear from the Michigan Assistant Attorney General Michael Hill on key cybersecurity challenges.
“Attending the West Shore Business & Economic Development Summit is a must for anyone looking to stay ahead in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape,” stated the planning committee. “This event provides an invaluable opportunity to learn from industry leaders, explore cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, and gain insights into key areas such as cybersecurity, talent sourcing, and the future political landscape. It’s not just about information—it’s about connection. The summit offers the chance to network with peers and experts, helping businesses in our region thrive and grow.” Breakout sessions will cover a diverse range of topics, including:
- AI for manufacturing, The Right Place
- Employee value propositions with TaRita Johnson, The Right Place
- Talent sourcing with Rachel Grey, Hello West Michigan
- Apprenticeships with Julie Sanders and Evelyn Szpliet, Michigan Works!
The event will conclude with a forward-looking session on the political landscape, featuring insights from Kevin Courtois of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Jim Holcomb of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
After the summit, participants are invited to Business After Hours meets Chamber Untapped from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. This networking event, sponsored by OxyChem, Ludington Meat Company, and Martin Marietta, is included with summit registration. Registration fees are $35 for Chamber members and $50 for non-members. To register, visit qrco.de/bfHwrR.
For more information, visit the Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce and Chamber Alliance of Mason County websites.