WISE Events

Stop Networking. Start Working. Presenter: Cynthia Kay, Owner of Think CK WISE launches 2012 programming with a lunch meeting in conjunction with AWE. Presenter Cynthia Kay has been named one of the 50 Most Influential Women in West Michigan. You are encouraged to ask yourself; 'When you attend networking events, have you ever felt like you were collecting business cards but not really building your business?' Many professionals feel frustrated by the amount of time they spend networking with little results. Cynthia Kay will help us to reframe what networking is really about, how to integrate it into what you are passionate about, and how to have a much greater impact on your business. Join us for a fun and insightful presentation into what works for any business professional! WISE Members may register at the GROW member rate. Remember to register by February 24, 2012 to get the early bird rate! Menu Options: Choices include chicken, fish or vegetarian. All lunches served with soup or salad, vegetable, potato, rolls & butter, chef's dessert selection, and beverage (coffee, tea)		Tuesday, February 28, 2012 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM $ 22.00 Holiday Inn 310 Pearl Street NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Art & Design; Benefits for Economic Growth WISE is pleased to welcome John Berry of Design West Michigan. Traditional managerial thinking kills innovation! Businesses in the economy today must be innovative. Learn how organizations who welcome design thinking early on in business decisions enjoy innovative solutions and sustainable growth. Space is limited register today!		Thursday, May 17, 2012 5:30-7:30pm $25.00 Interphase Interiors 40 Monroe Center Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
Hitting Your Business Out of the Ballpark Join us at 5/3 Ballpark (on a non-game night) to hear Amy Proos, CEO of Proos Manufacturing, share the tactics and tools she employed to turn the tide on a losing streak that was eroding her family-owned business. Amy will show us how to swing for the fences with our own businesses - a critical first step toward knocking it out of the ballpark! Whitecaps staff will be on-hand to offer sneak peak tours of the stadium and facilities.		Wednesday, August 15, 2012 Wednesday, August 15, 2012 5:30-7:30pm $25.00 5/3 Ballpark 4500 West River Drive Northeast Comstock Park, MI 49321
Can Chocolate Kisses Cure Chemo-Brain? WISE women care! Our giving back event is always one of the most popular. This year, ticket proceeds will benefit Gildas Club of West Michigan. Terry Kilpatrick, author of So You Survived Cancer, Now What? will share her list of cancers gifts. Terry will expound on the challenges survivors of cancer often face and how employers and loved ones can help in their transition.		Sunday, October 07, 2012 Wednesday, November 7th, 2012 5:30-7:30pm $25.00 Grand Rapids Community Foundation 185 Oakes Street SW Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
View Past Events For information on previous events please visit Past Events or the official WISE Facebook page,		Monday, December 31, 2012 ,
Coming in 2013.... Be sure to revisit the website for more information on upcoming events for 2013. Hope to see you there.		Wednesday, January 30, 2013 Be sure to check back for more events, information and excitement from WISE

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