Entrepreneur Events
Pitch contests, networking, classes, 1-on-1 coaching, bootcamps, and more.
It’s all happening in Kalamazoo and our surrounding area.
Stop going it alone and come join Kalamazoo’s amazing entrepreneur community.
Drop-In KZEN Office Hours*
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Downtown Factory Coffee*
Every Other Friday 10 AM - 12 PM
Check the calendar above for dates, and look for the KZEN sign to find our table. -
El Concilio
Third Wednesday’s 1 PM - 3 PM
To access the building, you will need to ring the doorbell and tell the staff that you are hear for KZEN. -
KPL Washington Square Branch*
4th Wednesdays 4 PM - 6 PM
Look for the KZEN sign, and come grab a seat to chat about your business.
*Office hours at coffee shops and library locations are not sponsored by the venue. If you have questions about the office hours, please contact us to get more details.
Drop-In Office Hours at Can-Do Kalamazoo
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SCORE
TUESDAYS 9 AM - 12 PM
Learn more about SCORE’s free business mentoring program and get business coaching on the spot. -
City of Kalamazoo
TUESDAYS 1 PM - 5 PM
Meet with Kevin Ford, the Shared Prosperity Coordinator for the City of Kalamazoo -
SBDC
WEDNESDAYS 9 AM - 12 PM
Learn about SBDC’s free business coaching and resources. And get business advice on the spot. -
City of Kalamazoo
THURSDAYS 1 PM - 5 PM
Meet with Jared Chambers, the Business Specialist for the City of Kalamazoo. -
Kalamazoo Social Equity Cannabis Chamber
1st FRIDAYs 10 AM - 5 PM
Meet with Rebecca Colette for the Kalamazoo Social Equity Cannabis Chamber.
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5x5 Night
5 entrepreneurs with 5 slides pitch for 5 minutes to 5 judges to win $5K. Join the excitement and celebrate the entrepreneurs!
No need to register to attend, but you can learn more here.
5x5 Night On the Road (Holland)
5 entrepreneurs with 5 slides pitch for 5 minutes to 5 judges to win $5K.
If you’re interested in pitching, you can submit to pitch here between the dates of March 26th and April 21st.
5x5 Night On the Road (Muskegon)
5 entrepreneurs with 5 slides pitch for 5 minutes to 5 judges to win $5K.
If you’re interested in pitching, you can learn more and submit to pitch here until March 17th.
No need to register to attend.
Black History Month Mixer & 5x5 Pitch Night (Grand Rapids)
Black History Month Mixer followed by 5×5 pitch night. 5 entrepreneurs with 5 slides pitch for 5 minutes to 5 judges to win $5K.
No registration necessary, but you can learn more about 5×5 night and register to pitch in their March event here.
Black Futures, Black Prosperity: Reimagining Business and Equity in Today’s World (Grand Rapids)
This panel will focus on how Black entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders can pave the way for future generations by creating and expanding opportunities for prosperity in business. As systemic inequities continue to impact Black communities, it is vital to rethink and reimagine strategies for building wealth, equity, and access.