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SUMMARY:Planning the Exit: Key Transitional Services for a Successful Business Transition
DESCRIPTION:Planning your next business transition? \nTransitioning out of a business or leadership role takes more than signing an agreement — it requires strategic planning to protect your company’s value\, people and operations. Join Jeff Allen\, CPA\, ABV\, principal\, and Matt Latham\, CPA\, CEPA\, principal\, as they discuss key transactional services to consider when preparing for an exit\, including leadership continuity\, financial readiness\, risk management and exit planning for owners and executives. \nRegister today to learn how to plan a smooth\, successful transition for your business.\nRegister here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/4717748744927/WN_Bbo0l76eTWW_oV3V7gqEzw
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SUMMARY:The Learning Experience Grand Opening - Bubbles' Big Circus
DESCRIPTION:OPEN TO THE PUBLIC –FREE EVENT!\nAddress: 4950 Putter Ct NW\, Comstock Park MI\, 49321 \nBring your family and friends to tour our brand-new center\, meet our amazing team\, learn about our proprietary curriculum and experience the joyful learning environment we’ve created for your little ones. \nWe can’t wait to celebrate this exciting milestone with you—come join the fun! \nWhat you can expect:\n-Pronto Pups food truck! First 50 guests with a child 5 & under receive 2 pronto pups for free!\n-Petting zoo\n-Balloon animal artist\n-Local fire station + truck tours for kids\n-Carnival games\n-Door & raffle prizes
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SUMMARY:HR Together West Michigan
DESCRIPTION:New! Join West Michigan HR professionals for a day of learning\, connection\, and practical insights at HR Together West Michigan. Co-hosted by the American Society of Employers and The Employers’ Association\, this regional conference brings together HR leaders and practitioners to explore current workplace challenges\, share ideas\, and gain actionable strategies they can apply in their organizations. Attendees will benefit from expert-led sessions\, peer networking\, and valuable conversations focused on building stronger workplaces across the region. \nThis conference is ideal for HR professionals\, business leaders\, and anyone responsible for managing people or organizational culture. Participants will leave the event with fresh ideas\, expanded professional connections\, and practical strategies to support their organizations and employees. \nThis event will take place at Trillium in Spring Lake\, MI.
URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/hr-together-west-michigan/
LOCATION:Trillium\, 17246 Van Wagoner Rd\,\, Spring Lake\, MI\, 49456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Society of Employers":MAILTO:hnezich@aseonline.org
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SUMMARY:Beyond Benefits - Wellness That Makes Work Better
DESCRIPTION:Wellness isn’t the problem. Utilization is. \nLeaders across industries are experiencing it:\nYou’re offering wellness benefits… but your people aren’t using them. \nAnd when utilization is low\, impact is limited. \nThis Mental Health Awareness Month\, HR Collaborative is partnering with HUB International to explore what it really takes to build a wellness strategy that works in practice\, not just on paper. \nJoin us for Beyond Benefits: Wellness that Makes Work Better on Thursday\, May 28th at 9:00 AM as we break down how to move beyond surface-level offerings and build a culture where wellness is understood\, accessible\, and actually used. \nLearn more and register at no-cost 👉 https://bit.ly/42mwnhY
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SUMMARY:BloomAwards
DESCRIPTION:MomsBloom is hosting their annual fundraising event on Thursday\, October 8th at 6pm at the Goei Center! This fundraising event celebrates the village behind every family\, beginning with a lively cocktail hour featuring live music\, drinks\, appetizers\, and a silent auction with exclusive experiences and products. The program will highlight MomsBloom’s impact through client stories and recognition of community members and companies who support postpartum families. Tickets start at $99 per person. To sponsor or purchase tickets\, visit https://www.momsbloom.org/ba2026 or contact Kimber Wager at kimber@momsbloom.org.
URL:https://grandrapids.org/event/bloomawards/
LOCATION:Goei Center\, 818 Butterworth St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504
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