Local Contractor Outreach Events Calendar

The Local Contractor Outreach Events Calendar is a public resource designed to keep local contractors and small businesses informed and connected. The calendar highlights in-person City-hosted and partner-led meetings, pre-bid events, workshops, and networking opportunities where businesses can learn about upcoming projects, engage directly with decision-makers, and position themselves for future work.

If you have an event you would like considered for inclusion on the calendar, please complete the submission form below. Staff with the Office of Equity and Engagement will review all submissions and follow up accordingly.

Local Contractor Outreach Events Calendar Submission Form

May 14
Connecting the Industry: Grand Rapids 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
On May 14, Associated Builders & Contractors Western Michigan is bringing their no-agenda meetup to Walk Your Plans West Michigan—a unique space designed to inspire collaboration and connection.

Why attend? Reconnect with industry peers in a one-of-a-kind setting Chat with ABC board members and staff about opportunities to get involved Discover new connections and strengthen your network Experience the innovative Walk Your Plans space firsthand No Program, No Pressure - Just Good Company.
May 14
Associated Builders & Contractors Western Michigan: Connecting the Industry: Grand Rapids (May) 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
On May 14, we’re bringing our no-agenda meetup to Walk Your Plans West Michigan—a unique space designed to inspire collaboration and connection.

Why attend? Reconnect with industry peers in a one-of-a-kind setting Chat with ABC board members and staff about opportunities to get involved. Discover new connections and strengthen your network

Experience the innovative Walk Your Plans space firsthand No Program, No Pressure - Just Good Company

Event Location: Walk Your Plans of West Michigan
Jul 22
Associated Builders & Contractors Western Michigan: Connecting the Industry: Grand Rapids (July) 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join ABC Western Michigan for Connecting the Industry: Grand Rapids.

Our no-agenda meetup where everyone from the jobsite to the office can connect and unwind.

Why attend?

Catch up with industry peers Chat with ABC board members & staff Learn about ABC and ways to get involved & make new industry connections!

No Program, No Pressure - Just Good Company.

Event Location: Founders Brewing - Centennial Room
Oct 21
Associated Builders & Contractors Western Michigan - Connecting the Industry: Grand Rapids (October) 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join ABC Western Michigan for Connecting the Industry: Grand Rapids.

Our no-agenda meetup where everyone from the jobsite to the office can connect and unwind.

Why attend?

Catch up with industry peers Chat with ABC board members & staff Learn about ABC and ways to get involved Make
new industry connections!

No Program, No Pressure - Just Good Company

Event Location: Founders Brewing - Centennial Room

Amaad Hardy

Business Developer

ahardy@grcity.us

616-456-3096

Alvin Hills IV

Equity Business Manager

ahills@grcity.us

616-456-4610