Chuck Thelen of Gotion Inc. is hosting his next “Chat with Chuck” virtual town hall meeting on Monday, July 29 at 7 p.m. with multiple guests and the use of a new video conferencing platform to improve user experience. 

Scheduled guests include Tara Braun, executive director of the Office of International Education at Ferris State University, and Ryan Bennett, of the West Michigan Plumbers, Fitters and Service Trades Local Union No. 174. U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar also has been invited to be a guest. 

“We are delighted to have Tara and Ryan join us to provide their perspective,” said Thelen, vice president of Gotion Inc. – North American Manufacturing. “Their insights will help highlight the positive impact this project will have on education and local jobs. We look forward to a productive discussion and encourage people to join us.”

After hearing feedback from some residents about challenges accessing the virtual town hall meeting, the video conferencing platform Zoom will be used moving forward. Residents can access the town hall meeting here.

"In response to the valuable feedback we've received, we're transitioning to a new virtual town hall platform to ensure the best user experience for all participants,” Thelen said. “More people in our area use Zoom, and our commitment to transparency means providing a seamless and accessible way to participate for everyone."

Hundreds of local residents have participated in the monthly virtual “Chat with Chuck” meetings this year.

When fully operational, Gotion’s battery components facility in Green Charter Township will employ more than 2,300 people. Commitments of salary levels made to the state of Michigan have been fulfilled and will continue to be fulfilled for upcoming positions.