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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Pitch Night - Startup Zoo
Come see Kalamazoo’s own Shark Tank! Every other month, 5 Southwest Michigan-based businesses pitch live to 3 judges for $10,000 equity-free capital, partnership, customers, and free resources to start or grow their idea. Attendees can engage and vote for their favorite pitch. The People's Favorite walks away with $1,000.
Pitch Night - Startup Zoo
Come see Kalamazoo’s own Shark Tank! Every other month, 5 businesses pitch live to 3 judges for $10,000 of equity-free capital. Attendees can engage and vote for their favorite pitch. The People's Favorite walks away with $1,000.
SWMI Entrepreneurship Summit 2025
Join us September 19th at the Kalamazoo Institute of Art for the Southwest Michigan Entrepreneurship Summit—a day dedicated to sparking innovation, forging connections, and empowering the future of entrepreneurship in our region.
Pitch Night - Startup Zoo
Come see Kalamazoo’s own Shark Tank! Every other month, 5 Southwest Michigan-based businesses pitch live to 3 judges for $10,000 equity-free capital, partnership, customers, and free resources to start or grow their idea. Attendees can engage and vote for their favorite pitch. The People's Favorite walks away with $1,000.
Pitch Night - Startup Zoo
Come see Kalamazoo’s own Shark Tank! Every other month, 5 Southwest Michigan-based businesses pitch live to 3 judges for $10,000 equity-free capital, partnership, customers, and free resources to start or grow their idea. Attendees can engage and vote for their favorite pitch. The People's Favorite walks away with $1,000.
Pitch Night - Startup Zoo
Come see Kalamazoo’s own Shark Tank! Every other month, 5 Southwest Michigan-based businesses pitch live to 3 judges for $10,000 equity-free capital, partnership, customers, and free resources to start or grow their idea. Attendees can engage and vote for their favorite pitch. The People's Favorite walks away with $1,000.