Lakeshore Advantage Signature Series
(These events are subject to changes. Visit lakeshoreadvantage.com/events for registration and updates.)
Annual Meeting
Thursday, February 1, 3:00 – 5:00 pm
The Pinnacle Center, Hudsonville
The Lakeshore Advantage Annual Meeting is a gathering of senior-level business leaders, the Lakeshore Advantage investor network, and key partner organizations that have aided business and economic growth projects. It is the official Lakeshore Advantage report-out to our investors on our work and key milestones.
Plus, join Lakeshore Advantage in recognizing the region’s most impactful business leaders for their contributions above and beyond their own career or business, and community partners who have helped move the needle on hurdles to economic growth.
Lakeshore Fellows Gathering
Thursday, June 6, 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Location: Stay tuned for updates!
The Fellows Gathering is an invitation-only strategic planning event that gathers major investors, board members, corporate leaders, and influential stakeholders to shape the lakeshore region’s future goals and initiatives.
This interactive event is facilitated by Lakeshore Advantage and will allow participants to provide input, exchange ideas, and collaborate on charting the path for economic development in the region.
NEW: Lakeshore Innovation Summit
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 (Tech Week)
Location: Stay tuned for updates!
The Innovation Summit is a half-day event designed to empower and inspire the lakeshore region’s entrepreneurs, innovators, and the greater startup ecosystem.
The event will feature thought leaders, panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities to foster innovation, provide resources, and connect entrepreneurs with potential collaborators, investors, and mentors.
Industry Trends Report with the West Coast Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Location: Haworth Hotel
As part of its business retention program, Lakeshore Advantage interviews more than 120 local executives each year to understand opportunities and obstacles to economic growth in Allegan and Ottawa counties.
Jennifer Owens, President, and Amanda Murray Vice President of Business Solutions for Lakeshore Advantage will present key findings on the economic health of the region from research conducted over the year.
Next Center Grand Opening
Stay tuned for updates—this event is planned for late 2024 or early 2025.
Entrepreneurship & Innovation Series:
First Quarter
(These events are subject to changes. Visit lakeshoreadvantage.com/events for registration and updates.)
SURGE AI Talk sponsored by MEDC
Dave Yonkman: How AI impacts Public Relations and Content Development
Tuesday, January 9, 9:00 – 10:30 am
SURGE Center 44 E 8TH St, Ste. 400
Do you ever wonder why the news media writes about some businesses and not others?
Join us for the SURGE AI Talk with Public Relations professional, Dave Yonkman of DYS Media. He will show you how AI can help you work with the news media to produce great press about your business. In this interactive session, Dave will walk you through a series of prompts that led to news coverage for a client!
Lunch & Learn: 2024 Social Media Trends with Rivka Hodgkinson
Thursday, January 18, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
SURGE Center 44 E 8TH St, Ste. 400
Technology continues to change at a rapid pace – including social media and digital marketing. Discover which trends have staying power, what you should ditch in 2024, and what new opportunities are opening up. You will also get ideas for content creation and scheduling, as well as tips to save time in the New Year!
SURGE AI Talk sponsored by MEDC
Tuesday, February 6, 9:00 – 10:30 am
SURGE Center 44 E 8TH St, Ste. 400
More details to come!
Lunch & Learn
Thursday, February 15, 12Noon – 1:00 pm
SURGE Center 44 E 8TH St, Ste. 400
More details to come!
SURGE AI Talk sponsored by MEDC
Tuesday, March 5, 9:00 – 10:30 am
SURGE Center 44 E 8TH St, Ste. 400
More details to come!
Lunch & Learn
Thursday, March 14, 12Noon – 1:00 pm
SURGE Center 44 E 8TH St, Ste. 400
More details to come!