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SUMMARY:From Goals to Growth: Mapping Your 2026 Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Gain practical strategies to sharpen your vision\, build a winning plan\, and set your business up for lasting success! \nThis 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. \nWhether you’re looking to strengthen your foundation\, grow your team\, or simply gain fresh perspective\, this panel will give you the tools and inspiration to take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey. \nWhat to Expect:\n✅ Clarify your vision for the year ahead\n✅ Build actionable plans to support growth\n✅ Hear real-world experiences\n✅ Formulate strategies that maximize both people and processes \nWho Should Attend: \n\nStart-up and small business owners\nEntrepreneurs looking to scale\nAnyone who wants a roadmap for growth in 2026
URL:https://269netwrk.com/event/from-goals-to-growth-mapping-your-2026-strategy/
LOCATION:Omega Computer Services\, 5278 Lovers Lane\, Portage\, MI\, 49002\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Omega Computer Services":MAILTO:support@ocs.help
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn with AMA + JamLoop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to reach local audiences with streaming TV and digital media at AMA Southwest Michigan’s “Stream Smart” lunch event!
URL:https://269netwrk.com/event/lunch-and-learn-with-ama-jamloop/
LOCATION:The Desenberg\, 251 East Michigan Avenue #Suite 108\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="AMA":MAILTO:kiah@kzoom.com
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SUMMARY:Downtown Business Community Townhall
DESCRIPTION:Join the Chamber for this quarterly downtown discussion\, including a number of updates and changes as we continue building our downtown.
URL:https://269netwrk.com/event/downtown-business-community-townhall/
LOCATION:The Catalyst Center\, 180 E Water Street Suite 1000\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southwest Michigan First Chamber":MAILTO:jboerman@southwestmichiganfirst.com
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SUMMARY:Meet & Greet Kalamazoo
DESCRIPTION:Networking with local PR & Communication Professionals\nPLUS a special mini-program: The Power of Podcasting with Richard Piet\, Livemic Communications
URL:https://269netwrk.com/event/meet-greet-kalamazoo/
LOCATION:Greenstreet Marketing & Design\, 244 E. Michigan Ave\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Public Relations Society of America":MAILTO:wmprsa@wmprsa.com
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SUMMARY:Lakeshore Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting opportunity to connect with fellow business professionals in the area! Bring your business cards\, invite a friend\, and expand your network. \n RSVP Here: Click to Register \nA suggested contribution of $5 is appreciated to help cover administration and marketing costs. Simply drop your contribution in the event jar.\n\n\n Bonus: Include your business card\, and we’ll promote your business on our social media!\n\nAppetizers will be provided! Cash Bar\n\nHost: Gustavo & Hannah Zamora – NeuEra Media\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NeuEraM\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/neueram\nWebsite: https://www.neueram.com
URL:https://269netwrk.com/event/lakeshore-networking-2/
LOCATION:Casa Real\, 232 W Allegan St\, Otsego\, MI\, 49078\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lakeshore Networking":MAILTO:lakeshorenetworking2021@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Barrels Bottles & Brews - Kalamazoo
DESCRIPTION:Our Agenda is simple:\n1 – Meet people and business owners without all the formality2 – Have a Beer (or other beverage)3 – REPEAT\n\nA 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 out or just enjoy good craft beer\, cocktail or glass of wine.\n\nRSVP on Facebook Requested – Out of respect to the businesses we visit we need to know how many people are planning to attend.
URL:https://269netwrk.com/event/barrels-bottles-brews-kalamazoo/
LOCATION:Burdick’s Bar & Grill\, 1st Floor of Radisson\, 100 W Michigan Ave\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Marketing Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Two Days. Expert Speakers. Strategies You Can Use.\n\n\nKALAMAZOO\, MI — Calling all business owners\, marketers\, and entrepreneurs: The Kalamazoo Marketing Exchange is happening this fall\, bringing together some of the area’s top marketing minds for two days of actionable education\, hands-on insights\, and high-value networking. \nThe Exchange is designed for marketers at every stage. Day One offers beginner-friendly sessions covering the essentials\, while Day Two dives deeper into intermediate and advanced strategies\, giving you the chance to level up your marketing skills step by step. \nSnag a two-day pass to progress from the basics into advanced tactics\, or tailor your experience to your specific goals. And the best part? Every ticket supports the community\, proceeds from this event benefit First Day Shoe Fund\, providing shoes to kids in need across Kalamazoo County. \n  \n 
URL:https://269netwrk.com/event/kalamazoo-marketing-exchange/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:Rising Tides Kzoo
DESCRIPTION:The goal of our meetings is to build lasting friendships\, see how we can help each other\, and refer business to one another.
URL:https://269netwrk.com/event/rising-tides-kzoo/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:24208 Front Street Suite A\, 24208 Front Street Suite A\, Mattawan\, MI\, 49071\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Rising Tides Kzoo":MAILTO:dawn@stoneycreeksocialmedia.com
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SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Marketing Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Two Days. Expert Speakers. Strategies You Can Use.\n\n\nKALAMAZOO\, MI — Calling all business owners\, marketers\, and entrepreneurs: The Kalamazoo Marketing Exchange is happening this fall\, bringing together some of the area’s top marketing minds for two days of actionable education\, hands-on insights\, and high-value networking. \nThe event will take place at Advia Credit Union (6400 West Main Street\, Kalamazoo) on Thursday\, October 16\, and Friday\, October 17\, 2025. The Exchange is designed for marketers at every stage. Day One offers beginner-friendly sessions covering the essentials\, while Day Two dives deeper into intermediate and advanced strategies\, giving you the chance to level up your marketing skills step by step. \nSnag a two-day pass to progress from the basics into advanced tactics\, or tailor your experience to your specific goals. And the best part? Every ticket supports the community\, proceeds from this event benefit First Day Shoe Fund\, providing shoes to kids in need across Kalamazoo County.
URL:https://269netwrk.com/event/kalamazoo-marketing-exchange-2/
LOCATION:Advia Credit Union\, 6400 W Main St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49009\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Slick Raven Marketing":MAILTO:Krystal@SlickRaven.com
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SUMMARY:The Black & Brown Connect Mixer
DESCRIPTION:“One who walks with the wise and successful shall be wise and successful.” – African Proverb \nThe 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. \nNo matter what field you’re in\, you can count on engaging and relevant discussion\, leadership\, and other personal development opportunities\, hearing from community leaders and mentors\, and leaving energized. We look forward to seeing you! \nJoin us on Thursday\, October 16 at El Concilio at 2501 Millcork St in Kalamazoo\, beginning at 4:30pm. \nDuring this event\, we are lifting up conversations being held in the Latine business community. Look forward to a powerful and insightful panel discussion and an opportunity to continue building and rebuilding one of the most critical relationships we have; the relationship between Brown and Black communities here in greater Kalamazoo. \nJoin us for amazing food\, music by DJ Mel-V\, and expanding your professional and personal networks in our communities. \nWe can’t wait to see you there. \nSpecial thanks to the team at Stryker for their ongoing support of the Black & Brown Connect Mixer. \n\n\n\n\nWe encourage you to bring a colleague or friend and be part of the continued momentum behind this growing community.
URL:https://269netwrk.com/event/the-black-brown-connect-mixer/
LOCATION:El Concilio/Hispanic American Council\, 2501 Millcork Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
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