This event is part professional, part social, and all about creating a collaborative network in a space that is built by and for us!Once again it's time to “shake a hand, shake a hand” at 2025’s last, and most festive, holiday Black & Brown Connect Mixer!This time, join us at The Catalyst Center to wrap […]
Bring your favorite mug and join us for coffee and conversation at the Rise & Thrive Coffee Connect on Tuesday, December 16.It’s time to Rise & Thrive!We know schedules can be packed with work, family, and other commitments. If evening events don’t fit your routine, Rise & Thrive Coffee Connect is the perfect way to […]
Join local veteran entrepreneurs for real stories, practical advice, and resources to help launch or grow your business.Join Southwest Michigan First Chamber for a lunchtime program focused on the real paths veterans take when building and growing a business after military service. This session features a live panel discussion with veteran entrepreneurs who will share […]
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 […]