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Nothing beats building community by gathering together. Our team delivers an exciting lineup of educational, networking, and advocacy events designed to develop leaders and help businesses succeed across Southwest Michigan. From timely conversations to engaging experiences, our events bring people together around the ideas shaping our region.

And because The Chamber hosts many events throughout the year, we invite you to download our handy, fridge-ready events calendar so you never miss what’s next. Sign up for one of our upcoming events and get connected today!

Upcoming Events

Small & Mighty Business Series: Build a Team That Drives Results

Learn how to attract, hire and retain the right people with Matt Jemilo of HR Collaborative.

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November
17
Tuesday
November Chamber Connect | ELITE Companies

Broaden your professional network at November Chamber Connect, an annual tradition with our friends and members at ELITE Companies. Join us from 4–6 p.m. for conversation, connection, hors d’oeuvres, and drinks while building relationships with professionals from across the greater Kalamazoo business community.

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November
18
Wednesday
Business Leader Roundtable: Child Care

Join Southwest Michigan First for a peer-to-peer conversation with local business leaders to explore how child care impacts our region’s workforce and identify opportunities for employers to make a difference.

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November
18
Wednesday
Southwest Michigan First | Chamber Member Orientation

Join us for this member-exclusive event to learn how you can get the most out of your Southwest Michigan First Chamber membership.

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November
24
Tuesday
Paw Paw Connect at St. Julian Winery

Meet Paw Paw-area businesses and community leaders for an easygoing evening of networking at St. Julian Winery.

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November
24
Tuesday
The Chamber Reserve | An Exclusive Member Dinner

Introducing The Chamber Reserve, a new invitation-only dining experience created exclusively for members in the Southwest Michigan First Chamber’s two highest membership tiers.

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December
10
Thursday
Small & Mighty Business Series: The Business Owner's Trap

Break out of the day-to-day and learn practical tools to create more clarity, accountability and traction in your business.

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December
14
Monday

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