# Event Details - **Event Name**: Business Owners Sharing Solutions (BOSS) - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 05 Sep, 2025 at 07:30 am – Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 am - **Event Description**: Join this multi-session discussion with leaders to explore the issues, challenges, and opportunities facing local businesses today.About this EventReady to engage in high-level discussions on today’s most pressing business challenges? The Southwest Michigan First Chamber invites you to join the next BOSS (Business Owners Sharing Solutions) cohort—designed exclusively for Chamber members who are busy, success-driven business leaders like you.BOSS features facilitated, highly productive morning sessions to ensure you maximize your time while building a powerful network of sharp, savvy business leaders. The goal? Collaborating with peers to share and workshop practical solutions for your business.Our past cohorts have included leaders from a range of industries—businesses with one employee to hundreds, spanning product sales, professional services, banking, and more.What BOSS Participants Are Saying"BOSS is a fantastic way to meet other business leaders in a no-nonsense environment. Candid, real-world challenges and solutions are shared, creating real value and opening up new avenues of opportunity. The camaraderie among people who understand your journey is simply amazing. I highly recommend this experience."– Jeff Visser, Chief Sales Officer, Consumers Credit Union"As a solopreneur, BOSS was invaluable to me. Using other entrepreneurs as a sounding board helped me make better business decisions and feel connected with others facing similar challenges."– Rob Peterson, Owner, Dover Birch & Associates"I’ve gained valuable insights from BOSS workshops. Discussing struggles and solutions with peers is eye-opening—it reminds you that you’re not alone. Sharing solutions helps foster a stronger sense of community."– Dawn Renshaw, CEO & Founder, Stoney Creek Social MediaWho Should Attend?If you’re a driven, successful business leader, and a Chamber member, looking to confidentially discuss challenges, share opportunities, and collaborate with peers across industries, this series is for you.Event Details & Session Dates? Kickoff Session: Friday, September 5, 2025⏰ Time: Each session begins at 7:30 AM and ends at 9:00 AM? Location: Calhoun Room, Southwest Michigan FirstSession Dates:September 5 (1st Friday)October 3 (1st Friday)November 7 (1st Friday)December 5 (1st Friday)January 9 (2nd Friday due to the holiday)February 6 (1st Friday)Important Commitment RequirementsTo ensure all participants receive the full benefit of the program, consistent attendance is mandatory. Please only register if you are committed to attending all six sessions, barring unforeseen sickness or emergencies. During registration, you will be required to confirm this by checking a box to acknowledge this commitment.Additionally, you must be a Chamber member to register for this series.Space is Limited – Register Now!Secure your spot today and take the next step in building a stronger business community in Southwest Michigan. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/business-owners-sharing-solutions-boss/100001602595890449 - **Event Categories**: workshops, business, holiday - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Kalamazoo - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: Southwest Michigan First Board Room - **lat**: 42.2928 - **long**: -85.58141499999999 - **full address**: Southwest Michigan First Board Room, 180 E Water Street, Kalamazoo, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Business Owners Sharing Solutions (BOSS) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/12780fa582b0a5808f15540dd8742e0d0106d22c654d66527179d4a9252ffaf9-rimg-w1200-h600-dc1b1b1b-gmir.jpg?v=1758619757 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Business Owners Sharing Solutions (BOSS) being held? - **A:** Business Owners Sharing Solutions (BOSS) takes place on Fri, 05 Sep, 2025 at 07:30 am to Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 am at Southwest Michigan First Board Room, 180 E Water Street, Kalamazoo, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Business Owners Sharing Solutions (BOSS)? - **A:** Business Owners Sharing Solutions (BOSS) is organized by Southwest Michigan First and The Chamber. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Business Owners Sharing Solutions (BOSS) is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kalamazoo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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