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Rising Tides Kzoo
2026-01-29 08:45 - 22:15, 2026-02-05 08:45 - 22:15, 2026-02-12 08:45 - 22:15, 2026-02-19 08:45 - 22:15, 2026-02-26 08:45 - 22:15, 2026-03-05 08:45 - 22:15, 2026-03-12 08:45 - 22:15, 2026-03-19 08:45 - 22:15 (America/Halifax) and 21 more dates | 24208 Front Street Suite A, 24208 Front Street Suite A, Mattawan, MI, 49071, United States
The goal of our meetings is to build lasting friendships, see how we can help each other, and refer business to one another.

The State of Economic Development
2026-02-05 11:30 - 16:30 | Radisson Plaza Hotel, Radisson Plaza Hotel, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
Join more than 500 regional stakeholders, C-suite executives, and community leaders for Southwest Michigan First’s third annual State of Economic Development on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at the Radisson Plaza Hotel.
In 2023, we launched The Path to Regional Prosperity, a bold three-year strategic action plan that set the direction and pace for our region’s future. Now, we’re building on that momentum with The Road to Regional Prosperity, an ambitious new plan designed to accelerate growth, spark innovation, and capitalize on the vast economic opportunities for Southwest Michigan.
This year’s event brings together a fresh new lineup of thought leaders and changemakers you won’t want to miss. Plus, we’ve built in plenty of networking opportunities along the way so you can interact with like-minded individuals who also want to move our region forward. You’ll walk away with fresh perspectives, actionable strategies, and lots of inspiration for what’s possible on the road ahead.
Let’s shape the future of our region. Together.
Program Agenda

Registration
Lunch and networking
Keynote #1: Economic Outlook, Dr. Christopher Thornberg, Founder, Beacon Economics
Keynote #2: Future Trends
Networking break
Entrepreneurship panel
Keynote #3: The Road Ahead, Jonas Peterson, CEO of Southwest Michigan First
Closing remarks
Reception and networking
