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We are addicted to networking and our community holds some pretty kickass events. We want to invite YOU, to come out with us and make some new acquaintances.
Networking is so important, don’t believe us? Read our blog on the importance of networking.
Here are some great events that we are attending and we are fun, so you should join us.
Econ Club, Matt Stinchcomb, founder of Etsy
Monday, February 6, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Matt Stinchcomb is co-founder of Etsy.com and Executive Director of Etsy.org. Etsy is a peer-to-peer (P2P) e-commerce website launched in 2005, focused on handmade or vintage items and supplies, as well as unique factory-manufactured items. The company’s incredible success has led to more than 55 million users registered as members, 35 million items for sale, 1.6 million active sellers, 24 million active buyers and gross merchandise sales of 2.39 billion dollars on the platform. Etsy.org, a 501(c)(3), provides business education programs that foster the confidence, clarity, and compassion needed to work in ways that make our lives, our enterprises, and our planet thrive.
Register here.
GVSU LGBT Alumni Networking Event
Tuesday, February 7, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Well congratulations, you survived another year of work ‘parties’, family ‘gatherings’, and all of the coping mechanisms (alcohol perhaps?) that got you through. Here’s to a new year where we’ll do it all again – but hopefully better.
To kick it off in good spirits, we hope you’ll join the GVSU LGBT Alumni Chapter for our 2017 winter fundraiser. We’ll be announcing our event lineup for the year and raising money to support further community outreach. Plus, you’ll have a chance to meet our new Advisory Board members.
Register here.
Wine & Wishes to Benefit Make-A-Wish Michigan
Friday, February 9, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Enjoy a night of comedy, food, drinks and friends while supporting a local cause. The first annual Wine & Wishes is happening Feb. 9, with all proceeds going toward Make-A-Wish® Michigan. Laugh at Pop Scholars’ impressive improv skills while helping make wishes come true for local children who are battling life-threatening medical conditions.
In addition to the Pop Scholars performance, attendees will be treated to a three-course meal, wine, and beer with ticket purchase.
To see all ticket options please visit Eventbrite.
West Michigan Woman Wine Down
Wednesday, February 22, 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Office dressing isn’t what it used to be—and busy schedules demand more versatility than ever before. We’re bringing you the best suggestions for navigating your professional life in style from the fashion experts at Leigh’s during West Michigan Woman’s February “Wine Down” event.
Register here.
West Side Refresh
Thursday, February 23, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Join your West Side business neighbors for our Winter Refresh networking event. Long Road Distillers will host us in their event space with all attendees being treated to light apps.

First drink is on us. RSVP to in**@********gr.org.

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Uncomfortable Conversations | The Pause is happening this Thursday, Sept 24, and we’re getting real about perimenopause with a panel of industry experts who have the answers (see our speaker spotlights for more details).

Come for the expert insight. Stay because you get to hang with us. 

Registration closes soon. Grab your spot at the link in bio.
Introducing our third speaker for Uncomfortable Conversations | The Pause, happening this Thursday. 

Meet @bitnermd, co-founder of @true.womenshealth, a concierge practice in West Michigan, focused on helping women thrive through midlife while reducing chronic conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, depression, and diabetes. 

Dr. Bitner is a board-certified OB/GYN specializing in midlife, menopause, and sexual health. She’s the author of I Want to Age Like That! and has published peer-reviewed research on menopause care. She was named Menopause Practitioner of the Year by The Menopause Society in 2015. Dr. Bitner is committed to translating evidence into practical, scalable solutions that improve women’s health, confidence, and participation at work and in life. We’re beyond excited to have her join our panel discussion this Thursday. 

Register now to hear from Dr. Bitner and our industry experts at The Pause on September 24th. 

Secure your spot at the link in bio.
Every WOSB deserves support, access, guidance, and a network, because when they have it, they’re unstoppable.

Just because you be small, does not mean you are not mighty. The Women’s Owners Network will accept its first cohort this November. Applications are due October 1.

Thank you to @lakemichigan_cu for partnering with us to provide this program. Their support means we can offer this at a significantly lower cost to business owners.

Go apply at the link in bio.
Introducing our second speaker for Uncomfortable Conversations | The Pause, happening this Thursday. 

Meet Cheryl Bergman, Executive Director of the @miwomenscomm.

Cheryl is a statewide policy leader driving economic opportunity and better health outcomes for women across Michigan. Appointed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer in 2019, she brings together employers, healthcare experts, advocates, and policymakers to tackle the issues that actually move the needle - economic security, affordable childcare, and midlife women's health.

Before this role, Cheryl helped elect Michigan's first woman U.S. Senator and first woman Governor, and served as Senior Advisor on Governor Whitmer's 2018 campaign.

She's exactly the voice this conversation needs.

Join Cheryl and our powerhouse lineup of industry experts at The Pause on September 24th. 

Link in bio to register - spaces are going fast.
We love this trend, so we thought we’d jump on it and ask the team some “hard-hitting questions” to end the week. 

We’re a team made up of Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. Find out who knows the most about the classics. Any guesses?
We've received so many questions from new grads about breaking into a competitive market as a young professional. It starts with one thing according to @bodespeaks: being the salesperson of YOU. Emulate the leaders in your industry and show up where they show up.

It's not who you know, it's who knows you
Use the playbook of people you admire
Show up consistently and be seen
A handwritten note beats 100 LinkedIn messages, always.

See more Bode wisdom at her YouTube channel linked in our bio.
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