Entrepreneur Events
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It’s all happening in Kalamazoo and our surrounding area.
Stop going it alone and come join Kalamazoo’s amazing entrepreneur community.
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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Portage Business Community Townhall
We will hear from City leaders about issues from housing to development, and we will be introduced to the new owner/operators of Crossroads Mall. They’ve got big plans underway. Don’t miss those updates. As always, we’ll hear updates from Discover Kalamazoo about visitor traffic to our community as well.
More Connection, More Opportunity, More Business
The economies of Otsego, Plainwell, and greater Kalamazoo County are increasingly connected. Join us for an exciting evening of collaboration, connection, and community building, as our two regional Chambers come together for one powerful purpose—to grow stronger together.
Monday Midday Mixer
The Chamber’s Monday Midday Mixer is a lunchtime connect specifically designed to help you expand your network and enhance your business development efforts.
A Conversation with WMU President Russ Kavalhuna
As he begins his tenure, President Kavalhuna is prioritizing time with local business, nonprofit, and arts and culture leaders—because he believes the future of WMU must be shaped in partnership with the communities it serves.
He’s coming to listen: What are your needs? What are your ideas for how WMU can support regional talent, innovation, and cultural growth?
Chamber Connect
At Chamber Connect, network with other entrepreneurs and business leaders over snacks and drinks.
Rise and Thrive Coffee Connect
The Chamber is hosting its Rise and Thrive Connect event at Community Homeworks. Network with other entrepreneurs, as well as nonprofit and business leaders, and learn more about Community Homeworks and the resources they bring to the community.
Chamber’s Choice Small Business Conference and Celebration
Join us for this important gathering of business owners and leaders, entrepreneurs, and community champions, bringing together folks from all sectors, sizes, and backgrounds to strengthen and support our area’s business community.
Chamber Connect
Join the Chamber for their Chamber Connect event with Westwood Construction. Network with other entrepreneurs and business leaders over snacks and drinks.
What Secure 2.0 Means For Your Business
Grab your lunch and join the Chamber for a practical, business-focused overview of upcoming changes to retirement plan requirements under the SECURE 2.0 Act and what they mean for employers in Michigan.
Whether you currently offer a retirement plan or not, these changes could affect your business
Rise and Thrive Coffee Connect
Rise and Thrive Connect will be at Next Level Sports Center this month. Network with other entrepreneurs, as well as nonprofit and business leaders.
Monday Midday Mixer
The Chamber’s Monday Midday Mixer is a lunchtime connect specifically designed to help you expand your network and enhance your business development efforts.
Southwest Michigan First Veteran Series
Join Southwest Michigan First Chamber and the Southwest Michigan APEX Accelerator for a lunchtime session designed specifically for veteran-owned businesses interested in understanding and pursuing official certification.
Downtown Business Community Townhall
Hear from some of our local city and community leaders on the issues that matter most and share your opinions with them. We want to help move our downtown forward, and your voice is a part of that conversation.
Bring your ideas, your challenges, and your neighbors! We’ll bring the refreshments.
The Black & Brown Connect Mixer
The Black & Brown Connect Mixer is the perfect opportunity to meet, share, and connect with folks from across the spectrum of industry, including business and community leaders and entrepreneurs, in a space that is built by and for us.
Chamber Connect
Join the Chamber for their Chamber Connect event at the Kellogg Community Credit Union with other entrepreneurs and business leaders over snacks and drinks.
Monday Midday Mixer
The Chamber’s Monday Midday Mixer is a lunchtime connect specifically designed to help you expand your network and enhance your business development efforts.
Business Breakfast Roundtable
Join the Chamber for their Business Breakfast Roundtable event - Preparing Your Business for Uncertainty
Rise and Thrive
Rise and Thrive Connect will be at Miller Auditorium this month. Network with other entrepreneurs, as well as nonprofit and business leaders, and learn more about the Art Institute and the resources they bring to the community.
Communicate Like a Powerhouse
Join the Chamber for their Small & Mighty Business Series event - Communicate Like a Powerhouse. This event is free for members and $15 for nonmembers (plus a fee if you would like lunch).
Monday Midday Mixer
The Chamber’s Monday Midday Mixer is a lunchtime connect specifically designed to help you expand your network and enhance your business development efforts.
Chamber Connect
Join the Chamber for their Chamber Connect event at Rose Stree Advisors. Connect with other entrepreneurs and business leaders over snacks and drinks.
Buy Local Greater Kalamazoo & Chamber Unification Meeting (Afternoon Session)
The Southwest Michigan First Chamber is proud and honored to take on the mission of Buy Local Greater Kalamazoo (BLGK) and serve as the single point of contact for small and locally owned businesses here! Join us on April 24 at the Exchange Building for one of our two informative and engaging sessions, one at 8 AM or the other at 4 PM. Hear firsthand how this transition benefits you and how businesses like yours are maximizing their membership.
Buy Local Greater Kalamazoo & Chamber Unification Meeting (Morning Session)
The Southwest Michigan First Chamber is proud and honored to take on the mission of Buy Local Greater Kalamazoo (BLGK) and serve as the single point of contact for small and locally owned businesses here! Join us on April 24 at the Exchange Building for one of our two informative and engaging sessions, one at 8 AM or the other at 4 PM. Hear firsthand how this transition benefits you and how businesses like yours are maximizing their membership.
Practical AI for Small Business
Join the Chamber for their Small & Mighty Business Series event - Practical AI for Small Business: Beyond Writing and Research. This event is free for members and $15 for nonmembers (plus a fee if you would like lunch).
Rise and Thrive
The Chamber is hosting its Rise and Thrive Connect event at the Kalamazoo Art Institute. Network with other entrepreneurs, as well as nonprofit and business leaders, and learn more about the Art Institute and the resources they bring to the community.
Monday Midday Mixer
The Chamber has a new opportunity to grow your business network while enjoying a delicious lunch—introducing the Chamber’s Monday Midday Mixer! This lunchtime connect is specifically designed to help you expand your network and enhance your business development efforts.
Chamber Connect
Join the Chamber for their Chamber Connect event at Hub Tavern and Grill. Network with other entrepreneurs and business leaders over snacks and drinks.
Black and Brown Mixer
The Chamber will be kicking off the Black and Brown Mixer series for 2025 at The Epic Center. The Black & Brown Connect Mixer is the perfect opportunity to meet, share, and connect with folks from across the spectrum of industry, including business and community leaders and entrepreneurs in a space built by and for us.
Rise and Thrive
The Chamber is hosting their Rise and Thrive Connect event at the YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo. Network with other entrepreneurs, as well as nonprofit and business leaders, and learn more about the YMCA and the resources they bring to the community.
Chamber Connect
Join the Chamber for their Chamber Connect event at Omega Computer Services. Network with other entrepreneurs and business leaders over snacks and drinks.
Monday Midday Mixer
We’re thrilled to announce a new opportunity to grow your business network while enjoying a delicious lunch—introducing the Chamber’s MondayMidday Mixer! This lunchtime connect is specifically designed to help you expand your network and enhance your business development efforts.
Business Breakfast Roundtable
Join the Chamber for their Business Breakfast Roundtable event - Beyond Coffee and Collating. Learn how to build an effective intern program.
Chamber Connect
Join the Chamber for their Chamber Connect event at R.W. LaPine. Network with other entrepreneurs over snacks and drinks.
Rise and Thrive
On Tuesday, February 18th at 7:30 AM, the Chamber is hosting their Rise and Thrive Connect event at the Kalamazoo Community Foundation. Network with other entrepreneurs and learn more about this amazing nonprofit and the resources they bring to the community.
Rise and Thrive
On Tuesday, January 28th at 7:30 AM, the Chamber is hosting their Rise and Thrive Connect event at Public Media Network. Network with other entrepreneurs and learn more about Public Media Network and the resources they bring to the community.
Chamber Connect
The Chamber is hosting their monthly Chamber Connect networking event on Wednesday, January 22 from 4-6 at the Fountains Banquet Center.
Marketing on a Budget
On Wed, January 22nd from 12-1:30, join the Chamber for their Small & Mighty Business Series event - Marketing on a Budget. This event is free for members and $10 for nonmembers (plus $5 if you would like lunch).