Ambassador Council
Chamber Ambassadors serve as liaisons between Chamber staff and its members, by promoting membership and encouraging participation. The Ambassadors are a great group of friendly and outgoing volunteers that call on member businesses for input on Chamber membership and activities. Ambassadors work as greeters at Chamber events such as the Early Bird Breakfast and the BASH. They also attend ribbon cuttings, open houses and plan the annual Golf Outing and the Jingle Bell Parade. Ambassadors are a tremendous asset to the Chamber by helping in all aspects of executing the events that the chamber puts on for members. Membership on the Chamber Ambassador Council is by invitation only and the number is limited to 25.
If you are interested in becoming a Chamber Ambassador, please reach out to April Tripp, Director of Programs and Events at atripp@grandhavenchamber.org.
Current Ambassadors
Tracy Bremmer
ReDiscover Podcast Studio
616.218.7153
Jennifer De Haan
ATA National Title Group
231.780.3631
Wally De La Fuente
Rediscover Podcast Studio/Entertain Zone
616.283.1847
Drew Goss
Freedom Boat Club
855.526.2863
Dan Heimler
Watchdog Cyber
616.826.9303
Zac Holman
Oakes Agency
616.842.3440
Jennifer Johnson
LMCU
616.234.6469
Joel Koziol (NMLS:1539247)
Ruoff Mortgage
616.821.1389
Erica Layton
Tri-Cities Historical Museum
616.842.0770
John McCleve
McCleve Agency
231.733.5433
Brianna Plumhoff
City2Shore Gateway Group Spring Lake
616.607.0379
Stacey Ruwe
Ruwe Homes
616.502.0880
Amy Strait
Electromedia
616.844.4444
Jennifer Vander Zwaag
Fountain Medical Aesthetics
616.201.2701
Chris Weavers
JW’s Food and Spirits
616.846.3380
Dawn Wolfe
Grand Haven Neighbors
616.498.7794
Dave Zappa
Bin There Dump That
616.414.7141
John McCleve
Insurance Agent, McCleve Agency
John McCleve is an insurance agent and owner of McCleve Agency with Farm Bureau Insurance of Michigan. He has been a Chamber member for 2 years and an ambassador for 1 year.
“As the owner of the McCleve Agency, me and my team help protect our community members from the risks of everyday life. We make certain that when it comes to your home, auto, life, and commercial insurance needs that you and your family will be taken care of on your worst day.”
Why do you enjoy serving as an Ambassador?
“I’ve enjoyed my time as ambassador mainly because of the relationships that I’ve been able to form. I consider all the other ambassadors my friends and we get the unique opportunity to love on chamber members during our events. Over time, I’ve been able to learn who different community members are and be able to make introductions to others.”
One fun fact, hobby, or community involvement you’d like to share:
“As a young business owner with a growing family (two daughters), I adore my time with my girls at home. Growing up, family time was always a priority and so naturally, I hold my own family near and dear to my heart. However, every now and then (when I can) I LOVE to golf!”
Joel Koziol
Senior Loan Officer, Ruoff Mortgage
Joel Koziol, Senior Mortgage Loan Officer for Ruoff Mortgage, has been a Chamber member for over 9 years and has served as an Ambassador for 6 years.
Tell us about your role/business: “I’m a Senior Mortgage Loan Officer, an experienced mortgage professional who guides clients through the home financing process from application to closing. I specialize in assessing borrower needs, structuring loan options, and ensuring smooth, timely approvals. I’m known for strong relationships with realtors, builders, and clients, and I have a proven track record of delivering personalized mortgage solutions with exceptional service.”
Why do you enjoy serving as an Ambassador: “Honestly, I enjoy talking with members of the community and giving them a friendly face to talk to, whether it’s with an in-person meeting for a retention call, or being the one person they know when they attend their first BASH.”
What’s one fun fact that you’d like to share? I have been chairing the Homeless Prevention Partners Golf outing for the past 4 years!