Join local women in business for a networking lunch with Shannon Jacobs on personal branding & visibility.Women2Women is a welcoming community where women in business connect, support one another, and build meaningful relationships grounded in kindness, advocacy, and mentorship.Join us for a networking lunch featuring Shannon Jacobs with Slick Raven Marketing, who will share insights […]
Learn how to supervise interns with confidence through practical tips on onboarding, feedback, inclusion, and expectations.Join us for an interactive training designed for professionals preparing to supervise interns this summer. Whether you are hosting an intern for the first time or looking to strengthen your approach, this session will cover the key practices that help […]
Join us on Monday, May 11th 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 us for a six-week intensive for Southwest Michigan storefront business owners.Running a storefront is one of the hardest jobs in business right now. Inventory, staffing, margins, marketing, customer expectations -- it all lands on you. The Brick & Mortar Retail Growth Lab was built for owners who are ready to step back, get clear, […]
Give your employees a path to save – without adding costs to your business – with practical, affordable options for businesses of any size.If you’re a small business owner, offering meaningful employee benefits can feel out of reach, but it doesn’t have to be. Hosted by the Southwest Michigan First Chamber, this one-hour seminar is […]
Broaden your professional network with the Southwest Michigan First Chamber at our May Chamber Connect!People do business with who they know, like, and trust. Come get to know your next business partner, collaborator, or client in a behind-the-scenes space hosted by the Advia Credit Union.Your network is only as strong as the relationships it's built […]
Join us on May 28 for the Kalamazoo Township Business Community Townhall to connect with local leaders and hear key updates.The Southwest Michigan First Chamber invites you to the Kalamazoo Township Business Community Townhall on Thursday, May 28 beginning at 9:30 a.m.This event is a great opportunity to connect with leaders from the City of […]
Join us as we hear from elected officials to discuss the connection between accessible childcare and regional economic success.Join us for a conversation to discuss how accessible childcare plays a critical role in strengthening our workforce and driving regional economic success.Southwest Michigan First’s Advocacy & Ales brings together municipal, community, and business leaders to discuss […]
Join local women in business for a networking lunch on being kind to yourself, integrity, and an entrepreneurial mindset.Women2Women is a welcoming community where women in business connect, support one another, and build meaningful relationships grounded in kindness, advocacy, and mentorship.Join us for a networking lunch featuring Tanya Thompson, owner of The Aroma Labs, who […]