Join us on October 4, 2025, at the Kalamazoo Air Zoo for the inaugural Sisters In Business Fundraising Gala! This special evening supports the Sisters In Business Fund, providing funding and business development for Black and Brown women entrepreneurs. Stay tuned for more details—coming soon!
Join Kzoom for a casual fall get-together! Enjoy an expertly roasted pig with delicious side dishes at this family friendly celebration. Feel free to bring family, friends, and coworkers for an evening at the Martin homestead.We want to take this time to celebrate our clients, share a meal with our […]
Honoring Legacy. Elevating Her Future. A Night to Celebrate, Empower, and Invest Join us for the first-ever Sisters In Business; My Sisters Keeper Fundraising Gala & Awards—an evening of celebration, community, and empowerment in support of Black and Brown women entrepreneurs. Enjoy a full-course dinner, inspiring awards ceremony, and dancing […]
Honoring Legacy. Elevating Her Future. A Night to Celebrate, Empower, and Invest Join us for the first-ever Sisters In Business; My Sisters Keeper Fundraising Gala & Awards—an evening of celebration, community, and empowerment in support of Black and Brown women entrepreneurs. Enjoy a full-course dinner, inspiring awards ceremony, and dancing […]
People do business with those they know, like, and trust. Relationships are the foundation of the best business partnerships, and the Southwest Michigan First Chamber is here to help you build those connections. We’re thrilled to announce a new opportunity to grow your business network while enjoying a delicious lunch—introducing […]
Join the Southwest Michigan First Chamber for the upcoming Vicksburg/Schoolcraft Business Community Townhall! This is your chance to connect with local city and community leaders, share your insights, and explore opportunities that shape the future of the Vicksburg/Schoolcraft area. Together, let’s spark collaboration and work toward meaningful progress for our […]
1MC provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather and connect, where they can work through business challenges and identify opportunities. Our presenting companies will be EarthCraft Skillshare and Lieber Media. The meeting will be at the WMed Innovation Center (4717 Campus Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49008). There is plenty […]
Build Your Professional Network at March Chamber Connect! Your professional network is one of your most valuable assets as a business leader—and the Southwest Michigan First Chamber is here to help you expand and strengthen it. Whether you're looking to build new connections, foster collaborations, or share insights with like-minded […]
Our Agenda is simple: 1 – Meet people and business owners without all the formality2 – Have a Beer (or other beverage)3 – REPEAT A casual networking group about getting connected in the community and supporting locally owned breweries, tap houses, and other establishments. Come enjoy the camaraderie and hang […]
The goal of our meetings is to build lasting friendships, see how we can help each other, and refer business to one another.
Gain practical strategies to sharpen your vision, build a winning plan, and set your business up for lasting success! This installment of our Start-Up to Success series brings together some of Kalamazoo’s leading business coaches and strategic advisors to share their insights and proven strategies. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your foundation, […]
Learn how to reach local audiences with streaming TV and digital media at AMA Southwest Michigan’s “Stream Smart” lunch event!