To start a consumer packaged food business, there are many things you must learn to run the business safely, legally, and effectively. Join SpringGR and the MSU Product Center to get an overview of health department licensing, commercial food kitchens, cottage food law, nutrition labels, packaging, UPCs, recipes, and more.
Are you a SpringGR alumni entrepreneur looking to expand your reach and gain more visibility? Join us for an exclusive informational session on the upcoming SpringGR Entrepreneur Directory!
Is your marketing not making you a dime? Discover the latest tips, tricks and templates how to use "Marketing to Make You Money." with Randy Otterbridge. (Come prepared to implement the workshop's strategies within 24 hours.)
Want to take professional-looking photos using just your smartphone? Join us for an engaging Smartphone Photo Workshop led by Isabel Slattery of Isabel Media Studios! In this hands-on session, you’ll learn expert techniques for lighting, composition, and editing to make your photos stand out—whether for business, social media, or personal use. Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your photography skills with practical tips from an industry pro. Bring your smartphone, and get ready to capture stunning shots!
Meet with business coaches who have expertise in specific industries and finely tuned business skills (legal, insurance, marketing, scaling, sales, banking, etc.). Meet in a speed-coaching style to talk about your business, ask questions, and get the answers you are looking for. At the end of the night, you will have four new business contacts and four new sets of insights for your business.
Join fellow alumni for an exclusive evening of connection and opportunity at the SpringGR Alumni Networking Night. This special event is designed to bring together graduates of SpringGR and current participants to foster relationships, share experiences, and explore potential collaborations. Enjoy light refreshments as you engage with a vibrant community of entrepreneurs and professionals who have journeyed through the same transformative program. Don’t miss this chance to expand your network and reconnect with the SpringGR!
Meet our expert speakers—Alicia James, Corshawn Brayboy, Randy Otterbridge, Kris Mathis, and the team from Gigroots—as they share game-changing insights to help you grow your brand, boost your sales, and own your marketing strategy this summer.
Join us for a practical session on the legal basics every business owner should know. A business attorney from Miller Johnson will cover key topics like contracts, business structure, and protecting your brand—plus a live Q&A to get your questions answered.
Learn how better bookkeeping can build trust, boost clarity, and help you make smarter business decisions. Join us for SpringGR’s Bookkeeping Lunch & Learn—featuring real stories from entrepreneurs, expert insight on the chart of accounts, and a live Q&A with bookkeeper Kris Ridings. Lunch provided!
Come celebrate the incredible achievements of our SpringGR graduates! This ticket grants entry for family and friends to join us in honoring the hard work, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit of our newest alumni. | ¡Ven a celebrar los increíbles logros de nuestros graduados de SpringGR! Esta entrada permite que familiares y amigos se unan a nosotros para honrar el esfuerzo, la dedicación y el espíritu emprendedor de nuestros nuevos exalumnos.