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).

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.

Business plan workshop for creating and updating business plans. 

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.

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!

Join the Centro Business Plan workshop with the Grow team and fellow entrepreneurs to develop your business plan in 6 hours!

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.

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. […]

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!

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

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 […]

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.