Meet Our Chamber Ambassadors

Your Chamber Welcome Team

Chamber Ambassadors serve as the goodwill and public relations arm of the Big Rapids Regional Chamber, helping create a welcoming and connected business community. They greet investors, prospective investors, guests, and the public at Chamber functions, while also encouraging participation and engagement in Chamber programs. Ambassadors help plan and support events such as monthly Business After Hours and other networking opportunities, while providing valuable feedback and support to strengthen Chamber initiatives.

Through their service, they help advance the Chamber’s key focus areas—including advocacy, partnerships, community leadership, and economic growth—ensuring investors stay informed, involved, and connected

Ribbon Cuttings

From grand openings to anniversaries and expansions, Chamber ribbon cuttings help celebrate your success and connect you with the community. Browse photo highlights from recent celebrations.

Ambassadors Club

Josh Pyles

Chairperson
City of Big Rapids

Kelley Reitzel

Sargeant of Arms
Big Rapids Realty &
Reed City Realty

Felicia Bielecki

Isabella Bank

Lisa Bondarenko

Edward Jones

Pat Brooks

B&R Investment Partners

Whitney Harrison

Epique Realty

Tara Hickman

911 Restoration

Jacob Jackson

Mecosta Osceola Transit Authority

Nate Jacobs

Ferris State University Athletics

Natalie Krantz

The Brook

Heather Miller

Century 21 White House Realty

John Milan

Preferred Office Machines

Randy Ostrander

Lake & Lodge Realty

Skylar Posigian

Horizon Bank

Maurice Riddle

Hearst Media

Amanda Sherman

Big Rapids Lumber and Hardware

Allyse Ward

Tacia Wealth Management

Join Us in Shaping What’s Next

Be part of a new chapter for the Big Rapids region. As an investor, you’ll gain access to valuable resources, networking opportunities, advocacy support, and a community dedicated to shared success.
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Arlene Anderson-Vincent

Board Member

Arlene Anderson-Vincent serves as Senior Natural Resource Manager for the Midwest Region at Primo Brands, supporting Ice Mountain. In this role, she develops and maintains sustainable water-use supplies that balance environmental stewardship with social and economic needs, helping ensure healthy, resilient water sources. Her work also includes building strong relationships with communities, stakeholders, and state and local government officials across the region.

Arlene holds a dual bachelor’s degree in Geology and Environmental Science from Michigan State University and brings more than 20 years of experience working in central Michigan. Her career includes roles with environmental engineering firms across the Midwest, providing a strong technical foundation that informs her work today.

A lifelong Michigan resident, Arlene has called Mecosta County home for more than 15 years. She has served on numerous boards focused on enhancing quality of life for Michigan families, including Mid-Michigan Honor Flight, the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, the Middle Michigan Economic Development Board, the Muskegon River Watershed Assembly, the Michigan Basin Geological Society, and Mecosta Revitalization. She also proudly represents Ice Mountain through its extensive community giving program, supporting initiatives that strengthen well-being throughout the region.

Arlene is motivated by the opportunity to bring her natural resources expertise to efforts that protect the environment while supporting strong local economies. She values the Chamber as a place where collaboration leads to meaningful progress for businesses, families, schools, and the broader community.

Outside of work, Arlene enjoys exploring the country and has visited 46 of the 50 states, along with two U.S. territories.