Small & Mighty Business Series: Build a Team That Drives Results

Building a strong team starts long before the first interview. From attracting the right candidates to keeping employees engaged, hiring decisions play an important role in the success of any small business.

Join the Southwest Michigan First Chamber on Tuesday, November 17, as we welcome Matt Jemilo of HR Collaborative for a practical Small & Mighty Business Series session focused on building a team that supports your business goals and drives results.

Matt will share strategies for standing out in a competitive hiring market, connecting with the right candidates and creating an environment where employees want to stay.

Topics will include:

• Refining your employer brand to attract talent that aligns with your mission and values
• Understanding your regional talent pool and how it impacts your recruiting efforts
• Tips and tricks for navigating Indeed's algorithm and helping your job postings stand out
• Fostering engagement with new hires to improve retention and build a stronger team

Whether you're preparing to make your first hire, growing your team or looking to improve your current recruiting process, this session will provide practical insights you can apply to your business.

The event will take place at noon at Southwest Michigan First. Parking is included in the Southwest Michigan First parking structure.

Lunch is optional and available for an additional cost during registration.

The Small & Mighty Business Series is part of the Chamber Education Series. The Chamber Education Series also includes the Quarterly Business Breakfast Roundtable Series and is proudly supported by .

Please Note: All ticket sales are final. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket to a team member or partner organization. Please contact a team member for assistance. Eventbrite charges a nominal fee for online ticket purchases.