Join the Chamber and Berrien RESA on Thursday, January 8th from 5:00–7:00pm as we kick off the 2026 season of Business After Hours! Enjoy networking, connection, and conversation while Berrien RESA provides an update on countywide education goals. Attendees will also learn about opportunities for local businesses to support these initiatives and help strengthen our region’s future workforce.
Established in 1963, Berrien RESA has proudly partnered with local school districts for more than six decades to strengthen educational outcomes and support student and staff success. As one of Michigan’s 56 education service agencies, the organization serves more than 24,000 students and 3,000 educators across Berrien County.
Berrien RESA’s work is shaped by the unique needs of the community and by its role in Michigan’s statewide education system. The agency focuses on six core service areas that help schools and families thrive:
-Teaching and Learning
-Specialized Student Services
-Shared Operational Services
-Developing Partnerships
-Technology Services
-School Improvement, Assessment and Mandates
Recognized as a Moody on the Market Best Place to Work in 2024, Berrien RESA is home to a team of 350 dedicated professionals committed to making a difference every day. The organization is proud to be one of the county’s larger employers and an enthusiastic partner in supporting the future of Berrien County’s children.
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