Events

Join us! We are passionate about helping you grow! Our team has put together an exciting line up of networking, educational and advocacy events designed to accelerate growth for organizations and leaders in Southwest Michigan.

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Lunch & Learn | Social Media

Wednesday, November 20
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Hosted by
Southwest Michigan First

Featuring
Newhall Klein

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ZOOmerang | November 21, 2018

Wednesday, November 21, 2018
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Hosted at
Shakespeare’s Pub

Powered by
Southwest Michigan First

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Economic Development Summit | November 26, 2018

Monday, November 26, 2018
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Hosted by
Southwest Michigan First

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First Leaders | Tuesday, November 27, 2018

Tuesday, November 27
7:30 am to 9:00 am

Hosted by
Southwest Michigan First

Featuring
Chief Karianne Thomas

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Legislative Breakfast | November 30, 2018

Friday, November 30
8:00 am to 9:00 am

Sponsored by
Consumers Energy

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Apprenticeships Talent Development | December 5, 2018

Wednesday, December 5, 2018
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

In Partnership with
Michigan Works Southwest

Hosted by
Southwest Michigan First

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Connect | December 12, 2018

Wednesday, December 12
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Hosted by
Flagstar Bank

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MIX Innovation Celebration | December 12, 2018

Wednesday, December 12

Hosted by
Tekna, Inc.

Powered by
Southwest Michigan First

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Connect | January 9, 2019

Wednesday, January 9
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Hosted by
Homestead Cabinet Makers

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Internships 101 for Employers | January 23, 2019

Wednesday, January 23, 2019
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Hosted by
Southwest Michigan First

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Catalyst University 2019

Thursday, June 20
7:00 am to 5:00 pm

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