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SUMMARY:Sankofa Mixer and Pop-up Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce this year’s GRABB Sankofa Mixer & Pop-up marketplace! \nSankofa means “one must return to the past in order to move forward.” Thus the Akan believe that the past serves as a guide for planning the future. To the Akan\, it is this wisdom in learning from the past which ensures a strong future. \nGRABB Sankofa Mixer & Pop-up marketplace celebrating emerging Black entrepreneurs. From artisan candles and soap\, to fresh baked goods and handmade wares\, GRABB Sankofa Mixer & Pop-up marketplace will feature an exciting and diverse range of local vendors. Shop the Pop-up marketplace and support your neighborhood business economy in Grand Rapids! \nAttendees will also have the opportunity to learn of GRABB’s Past (What we have done)\, Present (What we are currently doing)\, and Future (What we have in the works). \n\n\n\n\n\nBusiness Vendor Opportunity: Link to application – https://forms.gle/jwDpFECwF63HkGfo6 \n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is FREE and open to the public! \n 
URL:https://grabblocal.com/event/sankofa-mixer-and-pop-up-marketplace/
LOCATION:The 1530\, 1530 Madison Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49507
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SUMMARY:GRABB Breakfast Series: Build and Grow
DESCRIPTION:As Grand Rapids Area Black Businesses continue to build up Black businesses and Black entrepreneurial culture in Grand Rapids and beyond\, GRABB is excited to announce our continuation development series\, the GRABB Breakfast.  \nGRABB Breakfasts are a morning Chalk Talk and Development series for dreamers\, makers\, innovators\, and current/aspiring business owners. This series not only brings together our city’s Black talent but also creates an open space to connect and build relationships. \nThe GRABB Breakfasts are events to bring together Entrepreneurs & Intrapreneurs that are driven by passion\, purpose\, and progress. Our Chalk Talk Presenters hope to inspire their audience and inspire change in neighborhoods\, communities\, and cities. \nEvery event includes networking time before and after the Chalk Talk Presenter. The GRABB Breakfasts is an excellent opportunity to meet with business people across various industries and sectors who are willing to share and learn from one another. \nThis upcoming event is $15 which includes a 30-minute talk w/Q & A plus breakfast! Anyone can attend. Just register beforehand to reserve your spot. Space limited! \nOur Chalk Talk Presenter: Jovan Naves\, Owner of Bare All Clothing and BAC Print \nRegister Here: https://grabbbreakfastjune22.eventbrite.com
URL:https://grabblocal.com/event/grabb-breakfast-series-build-and-grow/
LOCATION:Start Garden\, 40 Pearl St NW #200\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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SUMMARY:GRABB & Go May
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s meeting featuring Evette Pittman! \nEvette Pittman is Manager\, Office of Special Events. for the City of Grand Rapids. Learn about Opportunities and Resources offered by the City of Grand Rapids’ Office of Special Events. \n  \nThe City of Grand Rapids is offering financial support for any events or activations happening this summer and fall. Application is open from May 1st – May 29th. This cycle is for events that occur from July – December 2022. Apply here: https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/Government/Programs-and-Initiatives/Special-Events-Sponsorship-Program \nThe GRABB & Go Meeting are for Current and Aspiring Black Entrepreneurs. GRABB & Go Meetings were created to provide Black entrepreneurs with the latest information about current events\, resources\, best practices and strategies on everything from product development\, sales and selling\, marketing\, funding and finances. \n 
URL:https://grabblocal.com/event/grabb-go-may-22/
LOCATION:Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.\, 29 Pearl St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220513T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220513T093000
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SUMMARY:GRABB Breakfast May '22
DESCRIPTION:As Grand Rapids Area Black Businesses continue to build up Black businesses and Black entrepreneurial culture in Grand Rapids and beyond\, GRABB is excited to announce our continuation development series\, the GRABB Breakfast.  \nGRABB Breakfasts are a morning Chalk Talk and Development series for dreamers\, makers\, innovators\, and current/aspiring business owners. This series not only brings together our city’s Black talent but also creates an open space to connect and build relationships. \nThe GRABB Breakfasts are events to bring together Entrepreneurs & Intrapreneurs that are driven by passion\, purpose\, and progress. Our Chalk Talk Presenters hope to inspire their audience and inspire change in neighborhoods\, communities\, and cities. \nEvery event includes networking time before and after the Chalk Talk Presenter. The GRABB Breakfasts is an excellent opportunity to meet with business people across various industries and sectors who are willing to share and learn from one another. \nThis upcoming event is $15 which includes a 30-minute talk w/Q & A plus breakfast! Anyone can attend. Just register beforehand to reserve your spot. Space limited! \nChalk Talk Presenter: Darren Co-founder and CEO of JustAir / Learn more at https://www.justair.co/. JustAir provides local air pollution monitoring solutions to cities to bring greater transparency into the disparities of air quality among our communities. \nDarren is the Co-founder and CEO of JustAir and aims to bring more transparency to air quality health impacts at a neighborhood level. Before JustAir\, Darren was a portfolio manager at Endeavor\, working with a global portfolio of high-growth companies and supporting them through various scaling challenges. He is also a Co-founder of Commune Angels\, an angel group united by their shared interest in high-growth ventures and strengthened by their diverse experiences. Overall\, Darren is keen on leveraging emerging technologies to bring about both visibility and solutions to the issues that impact overlooked communities. \n  \nRegister Here https://maygrabbbreakfast.eventbrite.com\n 
URL:https://grabblocal.com/event/grabb-breakfast-may-22/
LOCATION:Start Garden\, 40 Pearl St NW #200\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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SUMMARY:GRABB & Go Feb '22
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s meeting featuring Regional Director of the West Michigan SBDC Ed Garner. Learn about the $409M to small businesses through Afflicted Business Relief Grant from State of Michigan and more.   \nThe GRABB & Go Meeting are for Current and Aspiring Black Entrepreneurs. GRABB & Go Meetings were created to provide Black entrepreneurs with the latest information about current events\, resources\, best practices and strategies on everything from product development\, sales and selling\, marketing\, funding and finances. \nLink to Join meeting https://hopin.com/events/grabb_go_feb22 \n 
URL:https://grabblocal.com/event/grabb-go-feb22/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:2021 GRABB Awards
DESCRIPTION:Join us the evening of December 2nd we are excited to present our Annual GRABB Awards Reception. The GRABB Awards Reception is a one-of-a-kind\, event designed to recognize those contributing to the forward progress of our community and advance the work of Grand Rapids Area Black Businesses. \nThe GRABB Awards were created to recognize\, affirm and celebrate Black Businesses\, Entrepreneurs\, Community Activist\, Educators\, Organizations\, Groups and Standard Bearers that work hard and tirelessly to build up and make a difference in the Greater Grand Rapids. \nGuests of the GRABB Awards Reception will be treated to an unforgettable evening that will include; Awards show\, Networking and Strolling dinner w/cash bar while enjoying the lively atmosphere and celebrating with our awards finalists. \nAward recipients are announced the night of the event\, keeping finalists and attendees on the edge of their seats. \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://grabblocal.com/event/2021-grabb-awards/
LOCATION:Wealthy Theatre\, 1130 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T052359Z
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SUMMARY:November GRABB & GO
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Monthly Meeting for Current and Aspiring Black Entrepreneurs. \nGRABB & Go Meetings provide Black entrepreneurs with the latest information about current events\, resources\, best practices and strategies on everything from product development\, sales and selling\, marketing\, funding and finances. \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://grabblocal.com/event/november-grabb-go/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210728T170000
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SUMMARY:Cancelled GRABB Sankofa Mixer!!
DESCRIPTION:Due to circumstances out of our control we are cancelling our 2021 Sankofa Mixer. We will be working to reschedule the event. \nThanks for all your support! \n#TheShift
URL:https://grabblocal.com/event/grabbsankofa21/
LOCATION:Muse GR\, 727 Leonard St. NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49504\, United States
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SUMMARY:May GRABB & GO
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Monthly Meeting for Current and Aspiring Black Entrepreneurs. \nMay Guest Presenter: Rende Progress Capital \nWho is Rende Progress Capital? Rende Progress Capital (RPC) is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) loan fund committed to economic and racial equity for Excluded Entrepreneurs. \nGRABB & Go Meetings were created to provide Black entrepreneurs with the latest information about current events\, resources\, best practices and strategies on everything from product development\, sales and selling\, marketing\, funding and finances.
URL:https://grabblocal.com/event/may-grabb-go/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210329T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210329T190000
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CREATED:20210319T183206Z
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SUMMARY:March GRABB & Go Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this Monthly Meeting for Current and Aspiring Black Entrepreneurs.\n\n\nTopic: Business Insurance and Mitigating Risk\n\nGRABB & Go Meetings were created to provide Black entrepreneurs with the latest information about current events\, resources\, best practices and strategies on everything from product development\, sales and selling\, marketing\, funding and finances.
URL:https://grabblocal.com/event/march-grabb-go-meeting/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:Black History Month GRABB MOBB
DESCRIPTION:For Black History Month we are kicking off our first GRABB MOBB of the year at the new Eastown Cereal Cafe. \nCome out\, meet up and enjoy some of your favorite cereal brands with milkshakes\, and cereal waffles. Meet the owners and learn more about their business.This is an opportunity for our community to celebrate Black History Month by supporting and patronizing Black businesses safely while also promoting economic equity. \nA GRABB MOBB is an intentional and focused effort to support black-owned businesses in the Greater Grand Rapids Area on a specific day. It’s basically a financial flashmob. \nGRABB MOBBs are a new way to experience and be exposed to Black-owned businesses! \nCheck out their page https://www.facebook.com/EastownCerealCafe \nThis Event is FREE & Open to the Public.
URL:https://grabblocal.com/event/black-history-month-grabb-mobb/
LOCATION:Eastown Cereal Cafe\, 1507 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
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