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Advocacy In Action: Local & State Education Update

Friday, November 6, 2026 (7:45 AM - 9:00 AM) (EST)

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Conversations about issues that impact our community
Advocacy in Action

Stay Informed. Join the Conversation. Make an Impact.
Timely conversations that connect Chamber members with the people, policies, and issues shaping our business community.
This Month's Featured Topic
Featured Conversation
Local & State Education Update
Education • Workforce Development • Talent Pipeline
Gain timely insight into how education is evolving to meet the needs of students, employers, and our community. This conversation will explore innovative approaches taking shape locally, the growing connection between education and workforce development, and the policies shaping our region’s future talent pipeline.
About Advocacy in Action
Advocacy in Action brings Chamber members closer to the people, policies, and conversations shaping our region. Each program features a timely issue affecting businesses and our community, followed by updates and conversation with elected officials or members of their teams.

Our goal is to keep you informed, create space for constructive dialogue, and strengthen connections between the business community and those who represent it.
Why Attend
  • Explore the evolving connection between education and workforce needs
  • Learn about innovative approaches taking shape in our region
  • Hear timely updates from elected officials and public leaders
"The future of our workforce starts with how we prepare, connect, and create opportunities for the next generation."
Connect with Your Representatives
Advocacy in Action provides an opportunity to hear directly from elected officials and legislative staff about the priorities and decisions affecting our region.
 Federal Representatives 
United States Senate
Invited
United States Senate
Invited
United States House of Representatives
Invited
 Michigan Senate 
Senate District 31
Confirmed
Senate District 20
Staff Confirmed
Not sure who represents your district?
 🏛️ Find Your Elected Officials →
 Michigan House of Representatives 
House District 85
Confirmed
House District 89
Invited
House District 88
Staff Confirmed
House District 86
Invited
Not sure who represents your district?
 🏛️ Find Your Elected Officials → 
 ℹ️ Who's Attending? 
Look for the attendance status listed beneath each representative to see who is expected to join us to share updates. 
Confirmed: The elected official is scheduled to attend.

Staff Attending: A member of the elected official's staff is scheduled to attend.

Invited: Attendance has not yet been confirmed.
Thank You To Our Sponsors
Advocacy in action Sponsors
Silver
Cunningham Dalman
ITC
Interested in sponsorship opportunities for this event?
 Contact Lindsey Younglove 
Pricing
Registration
Member $15
Non-Member $25
Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce Office
65 E. 7th St. Suite 300
Holland, MI 49423
Parking & Location
Free public parking is available throughout downtown Holland, surrounding the Chamber. Once parked, make your way up to the 3rd floor to join the program.
Event Contact
The West Coast Chamber Team
616-392-2389
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Friday, November 6, 2026 (7:45 AM - 9:00 AM) (EST)
Program Schedule
7:45 AM
Open Networking & Refreshments
8:00 AM
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