The Grand Rapids-Kent County Convention/Arena Authority
The Grand Rapids-Kent County Convention/Arena Authority (CAA) is the seven-member board that administers DeVos Place, DeVos Performance Hall and Van Andel Arena. The CAA was established on March 29, 2000 by the City of Grand Rapids and County of Kent under the Convention Facility Authority Act, Act 203 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1999.
CAA Mission Statement
To encourage economic development within the West Michigan region, create jobs, and provide facilities for the entertainment, enjoyment, and/or benefit of the citizens in an economical manner by developing and operating convention, entertainment, and sports facilities within Kent County.
DeVos Place Mission Statement
To encourage economic development within the West Michigan region, create jobs, and provide a facility for the entertainment, enjoyment, and/or economic benefits of the citizens in an economical manner with a priority of regional economic activity through delivery of events that are primarily convention related and encourage the use of local businesses and services with a secondary emphasis on use by the citizens of Kent County including those of the City of Grand Rapids through public events and entertainment, community, and sports activities.
CAA Board Members
Please click on a name below to view a photo and bio.
Van Andel Institute
County Appointee
The Right Place, Inc.
City Appointee
McInerney Law Offices
Governor Appointee
Mayor, City of Grand Rapids
City Appointee
Joseph A. Tomaselli, Vice Chairman
Amway Hotel Corporation
County Appointee
West Michigan Whitecaps
CVB Appointee