Haleigh Gerwig
Convention Sales Manager
aka Connector of People & Places
Haleigh works with corporate and government planners to bring groups to Grand Rapids for meetings and conventions. She connects planners with local people and places to help them confirm that Grand Rapids is indeed an excellent destination for their event.
As a Grand Rapids native, Haleigh is well connected to the city and its many opportunities for planners and attendees alike. She is also well versed in destination marketing, having sold ad space to CVBs, DMOs, attractions and service providers for two group travel publications. “My favorite part of this job is sharing Grand Rapids far and wide,” she says. “I love telling visitors about my longtime favorite spots … and discovering new experiences with them!"
Bio Bits
- Raves about the Big Malcolm Smash Burger at Black Napkin, voted best burger joint in a 2025 local poll. “But Grand Rapids has an incredible food scene and my favorite meal changes almost monthly.”
- A cherished weekend activity is taking her dog to one of area’s 100+ parks. “Our favorite walks include Millennium Park, Aman Park and Huff Park.”
- A sports fan who cheers on the Grand Rapids Griffins hockey team, Grand Rapids Gold basketball team and Grand Rapids Rise women’s volleyball team at Van Andel Arena.
Haleigh Gerwig, Convention Sales Manager
Photo by Bryan Esler for Experience GR
Haleigh graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor of Arts in English and she is married to her high school sweetheart, who is her favorite travel companion.