Our Mission
The Grand River Connection seeks to develop a stronger network to support Lansing and East Lansing's young and vital workforce. Our diverse, non-partisan group provides fun, social, and professional connections that encourage economic growth and community involvement where we live, work, and play.
Our Board and Committees
The Grand River Connection is an all-volunteer organization. All events and activities are planned by members through a committee structure. The GRC Core Committee consists of the GRC Board officers: Ali Gaylord, Katie Blakley, Katharine Czarnecki, Brian McGrain, and Vince Pecora. The Core Committee can be reached via email at corecommittee@grandriverconnection.com. The additional members of the GRC Board are: Matt Edmonds, Aaron Matthews, and Larry Mengerink.
Four committees operate to facilitate planning. They are the Networking Programs Committee (handles monthly 4th Tuesday events), the Special Events Committee (handles special events), the Membership & Communications committee (handles recruitment of new members and communications to existing members), and the Sponsorship & Finance Committee (handles financial aspects of the GRC). GRC members are welcome to inquire any time about getting involved in a committee.
Our History
The Grand River Connection was founded in Spring 2005 to fill a gap in the community. Greater (East) Lansing is a great place for college students and a great place to raise a family, but for those in between there was no viable social network. With a goal of filling that gap in mind, the GRC was born.
Young professionals in the Greater Lansing area are welcome to join the group, and joining is very simple. Simply sign up for our monthly newsletter by clicking the big button at the top right of this website.
Please keep an eye on the calendar for upcoming events.
Finally, please feel free to contact the Core Committee at corecommittee@grandriverconnection.com with questions or comments.
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