The Chamber offers you many ways to meet potential customers and/or vital business contacts. Our networking events allow you to interact with key leaders in the business community and make connections with new clients. Networking events take place in the morning, afternoon and evening.

 

Don't feel that your networking skills are up to par? Fear not, as the Chamber hosts numerous seminars that will assist you and our employees' skills and abilities to succeed in today's fast-pace local economy. 

 

For more information on these programs and events, please contact Amanda McCracken at 248-919-6917 ext. 225 or by email at amanda@gfachamber.com. You may also refer our frequently updated Calendar of Events for more information.  

 

Thursday Connection
Hosted at Chamber Member's business location the first week of each month, with the exception of January. This is one of our more popular ongoing events that attracts an average of 50 guests. The event takes place from 7:45-9:00 am and includes business introductions, networking with other attendees, a complimentary breakfast and door prizes. This event is open to Chamber Members and non-Chamber Members- We welcome all potential members to see what we're all about! 

 

Similarly to the Chamber's Thursday Connections, the Breakfast Connection is hosted many times throughout the year at a Chamber Member's business location. The event takes place from 7:45-9:00 am and includes business introductions, networking with other attendees, a complimentary breakfast and door prizes. This event is open to both Chamber Members and non-Chamber Members. An excellent opportunity to see first hand the value of Chamber Membership!

 

Power of Networking
This event is held twice a year and affords Members the opportunity to improve their networking skills. A professional business coach will be on hand to answer your questions and provide tips and advice. This event is FREE to all Chamber Members.

 

After Dark Connection
For those members that are unable to attend our Morning Connections, the After Hours event is a perfect alternative. Held at local area restaurants, the After Hours is a more informal setting allowing for a more relaxed atmosphere for networking. This event takes place quarterly. Each event offers complimentary hors d'oeurves and a cash bar.

12 Member Roundtable
This is a new networking program for members that wish to further their dialogue with other Chamber members in a small group setting. This small group of less than 12 persons each have 5-7 minutes to speak about their products/services or about a topic pertaining to their industry. The setting is informal and cross discussion is encouraged. Check our calendar for dates and times of these sessions.