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lansingchamber.org CALENDAR OF EVENTS

November 2023

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION MSU BROAD ART MUSEUM TOUR

11/2 SERIES: FINDING YOUR WHY 11/8 Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 2 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. MSU Broad Art Museum, 547 E Circle Drive,
Location: Lansing Regional Chamber, 500 E. East Lansing
Michigan Avenue, Suite 200, Lansing Join us for a unique opportunity to meet Steven
The November Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Series will Bridges, Interim Director & Senior Curator and Michelle
be led by Elaine Hardy, director of diversity, equity and Word, Director of Education as they share what’s new and
inclusion for the City of East Lansing, and will explore why exciting at the museum. This Tour will focus on two exhibits
senior leadership, CEOs and executives need to have a including the Resistance Training: Arts, Sports, and Civil
clearly defined personal commitment to DEI, and why if Rights Exhibition Walkthrough and The Center for Object
they do not, it would be impossible to embed equity in Research and Engagement (The CORE).
their organizations. The engaging session will focus on Cost: This event is offered at no cost to LRCC members only.
diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and explain
how these principles support the sustainability of your CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS WITH
organization’s commitment. It will highlight the allocation 11/9 ATHENA WIN
of resources to essential aspects of the organization and Thursday, Nov. 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
serve as a clear example for all members to follow. The University Club of Michigan State
Cost: The event is offered at no cost for LRCC members University, 3435 Forest Road, Lansing
and $25 for future LRCC members. During the event, there will be time for mingling and
networking while you enjoy wine tasting and tasty
2023 CELEBRATION OF REGIONAL appetizers. Executive Chef John Findley will provide a

11/7 GROWTH AWARDS demonstration of a Holiday favorite appetizer and you will
Tuesday, Nov. 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. take home the recipe to make and serve to your holiday
Kellog Hotel & Conference Center, guests. Enjoy a delicious dessert and watch the Fashion
219 S. Harrison Road, East Lansing Show with ATHENA members modeling Holiday wear from
As part of the Lansing Economic Club speaker series, the White House Black Market. They will be showcasing holiday
Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce will honor five looks from daytime fun to nighttime glamour. Attendees
organizations for their investments that are reshaping will receive a discount coupon from WHBM and door prizes
and transforming our region during the 18th annual will be given throughout the evening.
Celebration of Regional Growth (CORG) Awards. his year Cost: Tickets are $50 for ATHENA WIN members and $60 for
we are pleased to recognize MSUFCU for the commercial future ATHENA WIN members.
office development of its Downtown East Lansing branch,
Michigan Community Capital for the redevelopment of the NOVEMBER MEMBER MIXER
Temple Building in Old Town ATESTEO for the investment 11/14 Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
in its North American headquarters in East Lansing, Boji Tower, 124 W Allegan Street, Lansing
Shyft Group for their $16 million expansion and facilities Join us at the November Member Mixer in
improvements for the production of commercial electric Boji Tower, Lansing’s tallest and most historic
vehicles and Neogen for its $70 million expansion in the new building. We will have appetizers, music, an open bar, and
food safety facility in Downtown Lansing. refreshments. We will also have some downtown Lansing
Cost: Tickets are $60 for LRCC members and $90 for future giveaways to encourage folks to shop locally downtown for
LRCC members. the upcoming holidays.
Cost: The event is offered at no cost.
LEAVE A LEGACY: FINANCIAL
11/8 STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSION
PLANNING
Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 1 to 2 p.m. VIRTUAL BUSINESS
Lansing Regional Chamber, ROUNDTABLES
500 E. Michigan Avenue, Suite 200, Lansing
During the event, hear from business professionals and Delta Township – Eaton County
business owners on the importance of putting together a Wednesday, Nov. 1 from 9 to 10 a.m
succession plan and the free resources and support available
to help. This panel event will cover various types of succession Lansing – Delhi Township
plans and financial strategies to support your business goals, Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 9 to 10 a.m.
including employer ownership, an opportunity to sell your East Lansing – Meridian Township
business to your workers and leave your legacy in Lansing. Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 9 to 10 a.m.
Cost: This event is offered at no cost.

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