The Southwestern Michigan Economic Growth Alliance is working with other economic development organizations in a regional collaborative to bring even more opportunities to southwest Michigan businesses and to shine a brighter light on all of the assets and amenities available in this area for the purpose of attracting new business growth and development.
As part of this collaborative, it is our pleasure to share the following regional opportunites with you:
1. Global Competitiveness Seminar
Chase Bank and The Japan-America Society of Southwest Michigan are presenting an educational seminar on "Global Competitiveness" featuring the author of "The Toyota Way," Dr. Jeffrey Liker, and an economic update by JP Morgan's Chief Economist, James Glassman, Phd.
Thursday, October 27, 2011 7:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Kalamazoo Country Club
1609 Whites Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Continental breakfast and lunch will be served
Seating is limited so please RSVP by October 17 to Lynne Melvin at 269-342-7850 or via email at lynne.m.melvin@chase.com
2. Overcoming Recycling Roadblocks
This program, luncheon, and business expo will provide answers to questions you may have about recycling such as:
- Why is recycling important to my business?
- What benefits will I gain by recycling at my workplace?
- Which materials in my waste stream can be recycled?
Talk directly with a number of local recycling service providers about what they can do for your business.
Brookeview Montessori School - Benton Harbor
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Expo opens at 11:30 a.m.
Program and Lunch, 12:00 Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Registration required by October 12, 2011
3. Business After Hours - City of Niles
The Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to the Business After Hours hosted by Leader Publications October 26, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Leader Publications Office
217 N. 4th Street, Niles, MI
- Networking
- Appetizers
- Cash Bar
- Door Prizes
- 50/50 Drawing
- FUN, FUN, FUN!
$5/Chamber Members and $15/Non-Members
4. Fernwood Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve presents Sharon Beals: The Nest Series
Breathtaking, large format high resolution nest photos by California artist Sharon Beals are on display through November 13, 2011. For more information please see: Fernwood Botanical Gardens
- Lecture and Book Signing, October 21, 6:30 p.m. (Advanced registration is required)
- Meet the Artist, October 22, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
5. Electronic Blueprint Take-Off
A Business Training Seminar brought to you by Local Business Consortium. This class is designed to enhance the speed and accuracy of job estimates.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
38 W. Wall Street
Benton Harbor MI, 49022
Reservations Required by October 11, 2011
Call Small Business Services at Cornerstone Alliance at 269-925-6100 or email rprice@cstonealliance.org
6. Developing an Effective Internet Strategy
Buchanan resident, Steve Antisdel of Precept Partners is the presenter for this seminar.You'll learn a step-by-step process to help you evaluate your competitive advantage and develop a profitable Internet business strategy. The program includes an explanation of online tools you can use to compare metrics on your competitors' relative strengths and weaknesses along with valuable insights on the size and nature of your target market. The strategies discussed in this session have been used to generate over $100 million in revenue in B2B, B2C and service industries. It's a must for business owners interested in growing their company in the online channel.
Monday, October 24, 2011 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
