Leadership & Talent Development
Peer Groups
Lakeshore HBA Elevate peer groups are comprised of business owners who are looking for mentorship and insight into best business practices from industry leaders. Lakeshore HBA members have expressed a desire to learn from those who have been successful in the industry and connect in a smaller group setting. We are fortunate to have business owners as members who want to offer their time and talents to support the next generation of business leaders.
Only one member from a company may apply and this opportunity is not open to sales team members. Peer group leaders will determine meeting locations, schedules, and topics. Peer Groups will meet 4 times per year quarterly, with meetings happening April-June, July-September, October-December and the final meeting to take place January-March.
Applications will be available starting in January and must be received by February 28th to be considered. Applicants will be notified in March if they have been selected and given the name of their peer group leader. Placement will be based on your desired outcomes and Lakeshore HBA will make every effort to place applicants with the best fit for mentorship.
This program is offered as a benefit to Lakeshore HBA members only. Members may apply to be part of peer groups every year and acceptance will be based on attendance and participation during prior year of mentorship. If you would like to be put on a list for peer group consideration for the next cycle, you can email your expressed interest at the below email.
Please send your completed application to: Admin@LakeshoreHBA.com
Mail to: Lakeshore HBA 211 Lincoln Ave, Holland, MI 49423
about the instructor
Instructor, Forrest Large, is an enthusiastic training and development professional with over 30 years of experience in the business of learning. With a background in operations and manufacturing, he has held global leadership positions within Fortune 100 companies, non-profit organizations, and family-owned businesses. His areas of expertise are Leadership Development, Curriculum Design, Adult Learning theory, and Team Development, with a passion to serve frontline and emerging leaders. He utilizes a style focused on relationship building, action learning, measurable results, and bottom-line impact.
Forrest received his undergraduate degree from Eastern Washington University, and a master’s degree in management from Aquinas College. He has been a member of ASTD, AMA, ISPI, and is an Achieve Global certified trainer. He has conducted training sessions throughout the world and, more specifically, the West Michigan area for numerous organizations, including Johnson Controls, Kerkstra Precast, Precision Metal Forming Association, New North Center for Design, the U.S. House of Representatives, and many small to mid-size local companies. He and his wife currently reside in Hudsonville Michigan.
Please contact LHBA with any questions: Admin@LakeshoreHBA.com