Chamber Events

Join us on Monday, December 8 for the Monday Midday Mixer—network, build relationships and boost your business over lunch.People do business with those they know, like, and trust. Relationships are the foundation of the best business partnerships, and the Southwest Michigan First Chamber is here to help you build those connections.We’re thrilled to announce a […]

Join us on Monday, January 12 for the Monday Midday Mixer—network, build relationships and boost your business over lunch.People do business with those they know, like, and trust. Relationships are the foundation of the best business partnerships, and the Southwest Michigan First Chamber is here to help you build those connections.Join us for an opportunity […]

Join the Chamber for this quarterly downtown discussion, including a number of updates and changes as we continue building our downtown.The Southwest Michigan First Chamber invites you to the next Downtown Business Community Townhall on Tuesday, January 13We look forward to hearing from you and some of our local city and community leaders on the […]

Learn simple lighting, framing, and editing tips from photographer Kris Walker so your social media photos look polished and professional.Join us for this month’s Small & Mighty Business Series as we welcome professional photographer Kris Walker to share practical ways any organization can look better on social media. Learn how to work with light, compose […]

Broaden your professional network with the Southwest Michigan First Chamber at our January Chamber Connect!The Chamber is ready to kick off the year right with a little celebration focused on YOU. Last year, we tackled some important issues, advocated for small businesses around the County, and launched some new tools to help businesses get found […]

Network with local women in business and learn tools for confidence and self advocacy from Jennifer Tangeman of Clean by Design.Women2Women is a place for women in business to connect, encourage one another, and build strong relationships through kindness, advocacy, and mentorship.Join us for a networking lunch featuring Jennifer Tangeman, Owner and CEO of Clean […]

Join us for this member-exclusive event to learn how you can get the most out of your Southwest Michigan First Chamber membership.Joining the Chamber is an important step for many businesses. But what is the best way to maximize your investment? The Southwest Michigan First Chamber invites all new or returning members to our Chamber […]

Join 500+ leaders shaping the future of Southwest Michigan’s economy at the State of Economic Development 2026.The Road AheadJoin more than 500 regional stakeholders, C-suite executives, and community leaders for Southwest Michigan First’s third annual State of Economic Development.In 2023, we launched The Path to Regional Prosperity—a bold three-year strategic action plan that set the […]

Join us on Monday, February 9 for the Monday Midday Mixer—network, build relationships and boost your business over lunch.People do business with those they know, like, and trust. Relationships are the foundation of the best business partnerships, and the Southwest Michigan First Chamber is here to help you build those connections.Join us for an opportunity […]

Join the Chamber to discuss updates in Portage and collaborate on ways to move our community forward.The Southwest Michigan First Chamber invites you to the next Portage Business Community Townhall on Tuesday, February 10.We look forward to hearing from you and some of our local community leaders on the issues that matter most. We want […]

Broaden your professional network with the Southwest Michigan First Chamber at our February Chamber Connect!Join us for our February Chamber Connect at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, a casual after-hours meetup designed to help you build relationships and make the most of your Chamber membership.Whether you are a current member or thinking about joining, this […]