Networking groups near Grandville, MI

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GenX Social Hour

Cedar Springs, MI

GenX, born between 1965-1980. The world completely changed when we were children. Our boomer parents were so distracted by the 70's rapid social changes, that we were left to raise ourselves. It's not like the neighbors could help - all the adults who weren't working had gone inside and closed their doors, happy to enjoy the comforts of their new central air systems and cable TV. We all collectively forgot that there was a time when people went outdoors when they were bored, eager to seek out the company of other people. I want to talk to people from my generation. The forgotten GenX. We have a unique worldview, we've seen some things, we're a little cynical.

29 members · Public

Network After Work - Grand Rapids Networking Events

Grand Rapids, MI

Network After Work is a professional community consisting of Entrepreneurs, Professionals, Executives and thought leaders who understand the importance of building meaningful connections. Built on the idea that professionals in every industry across the world all share a common goal, to develop strong relationships that help grow their businesses and careers. Through meeting in-person and virtually, Network After Work provides a platform that makes connecting easy. Hosting live events in 87 US locations with plans to add additional US cities and international locations, growing your business and relationships has never been easier.

For 10 years, we have been at the forefront of face-to-face business connections. As social media and virtual relationships have been all the rage over the past decade, we have found that live interactions are still the best way to build solid connections. Shaking hands and looking someone in the eye is an invaluable skill and builds the strongest foundation for long lasting connection.

Though meeting in-person is our foundation, meeting virtually is a great accompaniment to our signature live events. With our goal to make your business connections long lasting and sustainable, our mission is to do everything for you, all you need is the desire to seize new opportunities and the willingness to help others.

Visit us on the web at ( https://www.networkafterwork.com/find/MI-Grand-Rapids ) for additional information.

We hope to see you at future event!

2310 members · Public

West Michigan Networking

Hudsonville, MI

This group is for any small business owner in West Michigan who wants to connect with other small business owners. If you're an attorney, a CPA, a plumber, an owner of a café, or any other career field at all--please feel free to join! Rather than online events only, we will meet in person, giving everyone a chance to truly meet one another over a cup of coffee.

151 members · Public

West Michigan - Business Networking

Grand Rapids, MI

This group was formed for business owners in the West Michigan area to gather on a regular basis to network, educate, share, and give referrals possibly to other members. The idea is to get to know one another so we can learn and share together in growing our businesses.

1155 members · Public

Bold Women In Connection - Networking Group

Grand Rapids, MI

**Bold Women In Connection is a Women Entrepreneurs group bringing business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals together for networking and training events. Today we are global, offering mostly online events but also some in person events and retreats.** Each week on Tuesday at 12:00 pm Pacific time there is a women's networking group that meets bringing our highly connected entrepreneurs together where they can set up appointments on the spot! You can register here [https://bit.ly/positivewomenNETWORKING](https://bit.ly/positivewomenNETWORKING) We also have a [free Facebook group that anyone can join here](https://www.facebook.com/groups/BoldBeautifulAndInBusiness). This group is part of the CIBN Connect global organization that puts on over 500 networking events each year and we are looking for individuals in Grand Rapids that are interested in putting on in person networking events. The network was founded by female entrepreneur [Kerry George](https://kerrygeorge.com/home) 15 years ago when she took over the ol' boys club in an oil and gas city. Her book SMART NETWORKING - The $150,000 Method is revolutionizing the world of business. We look forward to meeting you soon!

3750 members · Public

REI Deal Review and Networking

Grand Rapids, MI

Weekly meet up to analyze real estate investment deals and problem solve potential issues. Attendees are invited to bring potential deals and get other opinions on market values, rehab budgets, investment strategies, and financing questions. If nobody has any deals to review, then the group can pivot to searching for potential deals in real time together so we can learn from each other's methods!

49 members · Public

Bizebo - Grand Rapids Networking

Grand Rapids, MI

Google serves over 5 billion searches daily! If your business isn’t visible online, your losing business to your competition - and lots of it.

Each month we'll host an event where business leaders can meet and discuss ways to strengthen their online presence through advanced indexing, search marketing, visitor retargeting, social media and viral video promotion.

Search Engine Market Share in United States of America as of November 2017

• Google: 88.44%

• Bing: 6.83%

• Yahoo!: 3.71%

• DuckDuckGo: 0.64%

• MSN: 0.08%

• AOL: 0.07%

Discussion Points

• 18% of local searches lead to a sale within one day

• 50% of local searches visit stores or call the business within one day

• 88% of consumers trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations

• Business address/location os the primary piece of information sought by local searchers

• 50% of mobile users prefer a mobile browser to a mobile app

• 97% of consumers read online reviews for local businesses in 2017, with 12% looking for a local business online every day

• 85% of consumers trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations

• Positive reviews make 73% of consumers trust a local business more

• 49% of consumers need at least a four-star rating before they choose to use a business

• Responding to reviews is more important than ever, with 30% naming this as key when judging local businesses

• 68% of consumers left a local business review when asked - with 74% having been asked for their feedback

• 79% of consumers have read a fake review in the last year, but a worrying 84% can't always spot them

• Yelp & Facebook are local consumers' most trusted review sites, followed by Google & BBB.org

• People are becoming less likely to visit businesses' websites after reading positive reviews - a 17% drop from 2016

• 32% of consumers read local reviews on mobile apps this year (a growth of 14% from 2016)

• Consumers read an average of 7 reviews before trusting a business - up from 6 last year

330 members · Public

Grand Rapids Professional Networking Meetup Group

Grand Rapids, MI

Discover essential tips, navigate the home buying process with confidence, and gain valuable insights into the current market trends. Whether you're a seasoned renter or a prospective homeowner, this event is tailored to empower you on your journey to homeownership. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from Darryl's expertise and make informed decisions. Reserve your spot now for an evening of knowledge and guidance in the exciting world of real estate!

14 members · Public

West Michigan Short-Term Rental Networking Group

Grand Rapids, MI

We host educational and networking events throughout the year for short-term rental investors and hosts. Join our [Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermrentalnetworking) to ask questions, start discussions, and share your ideas for short-term rentals in between our monthly meetups! [https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermrentalnetworking](https://www.facebook.com/groups/shorttermrentalnetworking) For more information, please call 616-454-3385 or visit our website at [rpoaonline.org](https://www.rpoaonline.org/).

970 members · Public

Grand Rapids Real Estate Investor Networking Group

Grand Rapids, MI

Investors, landlords, short-term rental owners and other real estate professionals are welcome to come and make connections, share ideas and strategies, ask questions, share deals, and discuss topics related to the real estate investing industry. Come out and join us for a fun night of networking and socializing! Join the RPOA for real estate investor networking on the second Monday of each month from 6pm – 8pm! Location: BattleGR, 284 Dodge NE Suite 100, Comstock Park, MI 49321 We also have a monthly virtual networking event on the second Friday of each month from 8am - 9am! We also host several other special real estate investor networking events throughout the year. Join the group to be notified of upcoming events!

745 members · Public

Agile West Michigan

Grand Rapids, MI

We are an “Official” chapter of the Agile Leadership Network. We currently meet the third Monday of the month for a tribal gathering of Agile West Michigan at 11:45.

660 members · Public

Real Estate Investor meetup

Grand Rapids, MI

Welcome to our Real Estate Investor meetup group! Our group is for local professionals and real estate investors interested in networking with likeminded people and learning from industry experts.

8 members · Public

Grand Rapids Business Builders

Grand Rapids, MI

Welcome to Grand Rapids Business Builders, the premier networking group for dedicated professionals in Grand Rapids. Our mission is to foster meaningful connections, share valuable insights, and promote business growth through a collaborative and supportive community. What We Do: • Category Exclusivity: Our group is limited to one member per industry, ensuring that you are the go-to expert in your field. This exclusivity fosters stronger, more focused relationships and maximizes referral opportunities. • Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals from various industries, expanding your network and opening doors to new business opportunities. • Collaborative Meetings: Participate in structured, interactive meetings designed to maximize engagement, share knowledge, and support each other’s business goals. • Professional Development: Gain access to expert speakers, workshops, and resources aimed at enhancing your skills and business acumen. • Referral Exchange: Benefit from a strong referral system where members actively promote and refer business to one another, helping each other grow and succeed. • Community Engagement: Be part of a group that values community involvement and works together to make a positive impact in Grand Rapids. Join us at Grand Rapids Business Builders and take your business to new heights through collaboration, support, and shared success. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a small business owner, or a seasoned professional, our group offers the perfect platform to build lasting relationships and achieve your business objectives, all within an exclusive and supportive network.

1 members · Private

IxDA Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI

IxDA Grand Rapids is a local chapter of the IxDA—the global professional network. We provide opportunities & platforms to gather & advance the discipline of interaction design.

You can find our website at http://ixda.org/

901 members · Public

West Michigan AWS User Group

Grand Rapids, MI

Check us out on [GitHub](https://github.com/West-Michigan-AWS-Users-Group)! Come hang out on [Discord](https://discord.gg/pWCgySrJ7A)! WMAUG aims to provide an in-person forum for Amazon Web Service (AWS) users to gather in a friendly atmosphere to share ideas and collaborate on various AWS-related technologies and services. West Michigan has a small but talented community of technical professionals. We aim to bring each other together to network and share ideas to help further AWS usage, adoption, and methods, including software development, infrastructure, and security. Each meeting will have a topic of discussion to be determined ahead of time. This is an in-person event (for now), and newcomers and professionals alike are welcome to participate. Developers, Sysadmins, Leaders, Network Engineers, Security, and newcomers are encouraged to come!

164 members · Public

GR AI Connect

Grand Rapids, MI

Welcome to GR AI Connect! We're a community based in Grand Rapids, passionate about artificial intelligence. Join us to network with fellow enthusiasts, dive into discussions on the latest AI advancements, and explore the applications of this transformative technology. Whether you're a professional in tech or just curious about AI, our events offer opportunities to learn, network, and stay informed about this rapidly evolving field.

24 members · Public

616 Real Estate Investors Meetup

Grand Rapids, MI

Come meet and network with like minded real estate investors from all over West Michigan. From people just starting out to investors who have seen it all will be in attendance. 616 Real Estate Investors Meet Up is hosted by experienced real estate agent and investor Connor Anderson, and local investor Brian Cunningham.

320 members · Public

Ladies That UX Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI

Who are the Ladies that UX, you ask? We are a collaborative community of UX designers, technical, and creative professionals from the Grand Rapids area looking to inform West Michigan (and the world!) of the impact of ladies working in our industry. Through UX and design-focused events and meet-ups we encourage our members to engage in meaningful conversations, network with other local professionals, and develop new insights into UX processes and practices.

http://www.ladiesthatux.com/ltux_cities/gra...

724 members · Public

Culinary Conversations Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI

Culinary Conversations, a new MeetUp group serving West Michigan’s food industry professionals (growers, producers, restauranteurs, and others), is designed to strengthen the conversation of the region’s food creator system. Launching in January 2019, Culinary Conversations will offer regularly scheduled MeetUp gatherings that include networking, educational opportunities, and speaker events. The Culinary Conversations MeetUp group is a partnership between the Grand Rapids Downtown Market Education Foundation, GROW, MSU Extension, and Start Garden.

1874 members · Public

GR BCH: Bitcoin Cash and Friends Cryptocurrency Meetup

Grand Rapids, MI

Join us for engaging discussions on Bitcoin Cash and other cryptocurrencies with like-minded individuals at our Grand Rapids BCH Meetup! Our group explores the intersection of technology and society, economic development, crypto-anarchy, blockchain, and more. Whether you're a seasoned crypto enthusiast or just beginning your journey into the world of digital currency, this meetup is the perfect place to network, learn, and exchange ideas. Let's build a strong community around Bitcoin Cash and its friends, including NFTs, crypto-tokens, and decentralized technologies. Join us to be part of the future of finance!

2 members · Public

Scale with AI

Grand Rapids, MI

This group is for anyone interested in exploring the exciting intersection of Scale and AI. Whether you are a researcher, developer, entrepreneur, or enthusiast, join us to discuss the latest trends, advancements, and applications in the world of scalable artificial intelligence. From machine learning models that can handle massive amounts of data to AI-powered systems that can operate on a global scale, this group is for anyone looking to dive deep into the cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future. Let's come together to share knowledge, collaborate on projects, and network with like-minded individuals passionate about Scale and AI.

38 members · Public