Grow

Online Marketing & Branding (Virtual Workshop)
2024-09-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Virtual via Zoom
Participants will learn about marketing and social media strategies to gain a competitive advantage, led by a representative from Comerica Bank.

Access to Capital (Virtual Workshop)
2024-09-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual via Zoom
Presented by Comerica Bank. This module of the Business Expansion Series will cover business financing options and the necessary steps to prepare for a loan.

Growing the Team with Hiring and Onboarding Tactics for Entrepreneurs
2024-07-10 17:30 - 19:30 | 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
This workshop presented by Cooper People Group provides support for entrepreneurs dealing with hiring challenges. The workshop covers topics such as when to hire, choosing between contractors and employees, where to find employees, recruit staff, salary considerations, interview strategies, background checks, onboarding procedures, and more. The workshop aims to help build an effective hiring process on a small business budget.

Centro Business Bootcamp (June)
2024-06-15 09:00 - 15:00 | 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
A course designed for individuals who want to launch their small business. Develop a business plan in six hours.
Class Topics Include:

Mission, Vision, and Values
Personal Finances
Market Analysis
Products and Services
Marketing Strategy
Operations
Business Finance
Business Plan PDF

Elevating Your Brand: Strategic Marketing for Growing Businesses
2024-05-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual via Zoom
Is your brand stuck in neutral? Have you been trying to figure out the perfect strategy for moving your brand forward? Join us for a virtual workshop: Elevating Your Brand: Strategic Marketing for Growing Businesses. Learn from an amazing Marketer, Aleka Thrash some strategies and best practices to attract more customers and grow your business!

Grow Wellness Day
2024-05-09 12:00 - 19:00 | 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
Building a business is hard work! We’re so excited that you’ve been doing just that! In honor of YOU & Small Business Week, we want to invite you to join us for a day dedicated to the well-being of #Entrepreneurs.
We have planned a day of wellness, care, and fun for our entrepreneurs and team.
To participate in any event, please sign up in advance.
Please be aware that the relaxation station appointments are limited and will last for 25 minutes.

Conversaciones Culinarias: Como comenzar tu Negocio de Comida
2024-04-27 09:00 - 15:00 | 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
Conversaciones Culinarias presenta el siguiente evento para emprendedores en la industria de comida incluyendo banquetes, restaurantes, camiones de comida, entre otros. En este evento se compartirán las bases, procesos y requisitos para abrir un negocio de comida en el Oeste de Michigan.

Centro Business Bootcamp
2024-04-20 09:00 - 15:00 | 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
Join the Centro Business Plan workshop with the Grow team and fellow entrepreneurs to develop your business plan in 6 hours!

Things to Consider Before Leaving your 9-5 | A panel Discussion
2024-04-10 18:00 - 19:30 | 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
A panel discussion with current full-time entrepreneurs sharing their experiences transitioning from a 9-5 to pursuing their businesses full-time. There will be opportunity for participants to ask questions to the panelist as well as share some of their experiences as well. Join us for a much needed conversation!

Demystifying the Loan Process
2024-03-26 18:00 - 19:30 | 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
Program focusing on empowering entrepreneurs not to be afraid of the borrowing process. Helping entrepreneurs understand how lending works and how to navigate borrowing when ready.

Centro Business Bootcamp (Spanish)
2024-03-16 09:00 - 15:00 | 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
Business plan workshop for creating and updating business plans.

Ways to Maximize Your Revenue
2024-03-12 18:00 - 19:30 | 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
Interactive workshop focused on helping entrepreneurs understand the profits and losses in their business. Main topics will include coming up with creative and strategic sustainable business practices and focusing on revenue generating activities.

Market Research with your Business Librarian
2024-02-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Grand Rapids Public Library, 111 Library St. NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Gain insight into the free business tools provided by the library and learn how to leverage them for your business. Hosted by the Grand Rapids Public Library and led by Steven Assarian (Business & Career Librarian).

Más Allá de la Fecha Límite: Taller para Empoderar a los Empresarios con Conocimientos Tributarios
2024-02-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Genesis Suites, 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
Este taller dinámico va más allá de la comprensión convencional de los plazos tributarios, profundizando en los principios básicos de la planificación, organización, deducciones y créditos, recursos tributarios, cumplimiento y optimización. “Más Allá de la Fecha Límite,” es más que un simple taller; es una experiencia transformadora que permite a los empresarios tomar el control de su futuro financiero

Al final de la sesión, los participantes tendrán el conocimiento y la confianza para tomar decisiones informadas, optimizar su situación fiscal e impulsar su negocio hacia a una posición exitosa.

The Not so Basic "Basics" of Business Taxes
2024-02-07 18:00 - 19:30 | 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, 1333 Alger St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49507, United States
This presentation on the Basics of Business Taxes aims to provide essential knowledge to confidently navigate the intricacies of tax filing, improve organization skills, and reduce back-and-forth communication with tax preparers.
