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Workshop Wednesday: AI & Automation

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Date/Time: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 — 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Ann Arbor SPARK Location: Virtual (hosted by Ann Arbor SPARK) Ann Arbor SPARK Focus: Business technology, automation trends — useful for businesses looking to adopt or scale tech. Why it’s good: Low cost, remote access, timely topic for digital transformation.

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Great Lakes Conference

Cadillac Book Westin Hotel 1114 Washington Blvd, Detroit, Michigan

Conferences aren’t just about learning—they’re about connecting. At Great Lakes Rising 2025, you’ll meet peers, partners, and industry leaders from across the entire Great Lakes region. With attendees representing eight states and two provinces, this is the most diverse and powerful network you’ll encounter this year. From formal sessions to casual conversations over coffee, every moment offers […]

Tax Insights on the OBBBA

What the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Means for Michigan Businesses   The Michigan Chamber is partnering with Maner Costerisan to help MI Chamber members understand the practical implications of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).   Join tax experts for a 60-minute webinar Tuesday, Oct 22 from 10-11 a.m. focused on what Michigan businesses need to know […]

MTU Fall 2025 College of Business Career Fair

Memorial Union Building 1400 Townsend Dr, Houghton, MI, United States

Are you ready to explore exciting opportunities, connect with industry leaders, and shape the future of your career journey? This fair is the perfect opportunity to do so! Join us in October to network with top employers who are eager to recruit talent like you.   📅 Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025 🕒 Time: 11:00am-3:30pm ET 💻 Location: […]

NLEA: Development Spotlight: East Jordan!

The Boathouse 204 Water St, East Jordan, MI, United States

Development Spotlight will showcase upcoming housing, mixed-use, and industrial developments and investment opportunities in and around East Jordan.  Real estate developers, construction firms, and related industry professionals will gain local insights, meet key local partners, visit development sites, and experience all this northern Michigan lakefront community has to offer. Thank you to our committed sponsors: […]

$60

Small Business Expo – Halloween Edition

MRCC Banquet & Convention Center 23401 Mound Rd, Warren, Michigan

Date/Time: Sun, October 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM Location: MRCC Banquet & Convention Center, Fitzgerald (Detroit metro) Focus: An expo tailored for small businesses — networking, vendor opportunities, business growth. Why it’s good: Great for exposure, new partnerships, product/service showcases.

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Place Branding – Launching Strategic EDO Narratives

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Place Branding creates a compelling and attractive image of your region, helping it become a preferred choice for companies seeking expansion destinations. Ryan Frankel, President ROI Research on Investment and Mariana Bella, Marketing Director of ROI Digital Labs will walk you through the importance of place branding and provide a framework to help you articulate […]

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