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Business Networking For Good - January 17, 2025 , 9 -11 AM in Rochester, MI. Connect with local biz & nonprofits. Free, register now!

### Business Networking For Good

Date and Time: Saturday, January 17, 9:00 AM - 11:30AM
Location: 20 S. Main, Rochester, MI 48307
(Chief Financial Credit Union - Community Room)

Event Purpose:"Business Networking For Good" is a unique opportunity aimed at connecting people and communities. **Expand Your Network:**This Networking event is ideal for meeting potential clients, partners, or new friends. You never know who you will meet and how these new contacts can open doors to a variety of business and personal opportunities.

Our objective is to share your business, any good and uplifting news, foster strong relationships,strengthen local businesses, and spotlight small local nonprofits that are making a significant impact. This event is a platform to exchange contacts, nurture collaborations to spread positivity.

#### Event Flow:

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Kickstart the morning with free-flow networking accompanied by complimentary coffee and donuts/fruits/snacks.
9:30 AM - 9:35 AM: A warm welcome from the hosts (Creative Society)
9:35 AM - 10:15 PM: Presentation by 2 nonprofits @ 10 min each.

Lighthouse was established in 2019 when Lighthouse of Oakland County and South Oakland Shelter combined forces and merged agencies. LOC was founded in 1972 and started with a group of volunteers who provided food and clothing from the back door of a local church. SOS was established in 1985 by seven religious congregations in Oakland County. The new Lighthouse will leverage the best of both agencies, providing direct services (food, shelter, rental/utility and other financial assistance, crisis referrals) and stability and housing programs that develop and support self-sufficiency.

World Medical Relief is a Detroit-area nonprofit founded in 1953 that recovers surplus medical supplies and redistributes them to underserved communities locally and worldwide. Based in Southfield, Michigan, the organization has delivered over $1 billion in medical aid to more than 120 countries and provides free prescription medications to low-income Michigan residents. Through volunteers and partnerships, World Medical Relief turns medical surplus into life-saving support and improved health outcomes.

10:20 AM - 10:50 AM: Good News Circle Time - An engaging session where each attendee introduces themselves, their business interests, and shares a piece of one good news (personal, business or community).
10:50 AM - 11:30 AM: The event concludes with more free-flowing networking, offering another chance to connect and collaborate.

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**Additional Information:**This event is completely free, but registration is required to manage the head count efficiently. Please bring a lot of business cards and feel free to bring a friend or make new ones here!
Attention Nonprofits: If you are a Metro Detroit-based startup nonprofit looking to share your passion with a room full of remarkable individuals, email us at usa@creativesociety.com to apply for a spot here: https://forms.gle/5SjuEpXhc8rMCRRc7 some dates are still open!

Option 1: This is an excellent opportunity for a 10-minute presentation about your inception, mission, and ways others can assist. You are also encouraged to bring flyers with QR codes for attendees to learn more, follow your journey, or donate.(Note: Donations are not required from attendees. But relationships you will build are invaluable.)
Option 2: We can offer a spot for you to put up a banner and place you flyers for display. Just reach out to us to secure a spot usa@creativesociety.com

Don’t miss this chance to be part of something truly special. Join us in our mission to connect, share, and create better local communities together. Register now and let's bring good into the world, one connection at a time!

Host: Volunteers of Creative Society Nonprofit
Special Thanks: We are grateful to Chief Financial Credit Union for offering their networking space for us to share. Their support is invaluable in bringing this event to life.