Upcoming Events
West MI New Tech Meetup
Wednesday, June 19th, 2013 5:30pm
There’s a lot happening in our own backyard—projects, companies and new technologies are being created right here in Grand Rapids.
Recent Events
Security & Privacy
Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 6:00pm
Should individuals and businesses be concerned about their data security? Is lack of privacy a small price to pay in a world where technology makes everything “easier”/”better”?
Spring 5:01
April 17, 2013
The Spring 5:01 is always a great evening out and always delivers a fun relaxed time of conversation, dialog, networking, food, and drinks.
Navy Crisis Communications
March 20, 2013
The Navy returns to discuss how the 321,000 person organization manages PR while stuff is hitting the fan.
Tech Trends
February 20, 2013
Back by popular demand, Tech Trends is in its 12th year at aimWest. This time we’re handing Keith the microphone so he can answer all your burning tech questions.
Entrepreneurship and the Family
January 16, 2013
From big ventures to small, business leaders once wore diapers just like everyone else. Becoming a community leader starts at birth and develops over time with influences from family and community.
Holiday 5:01
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
The aimWest Holiday 5:01 is a great time to take a break, grab a drink and some tasty food and reconnect with everyone who we’ve lost touch with over the busy fall.
Innovation in Education
November 14, 2012, 5:30pm
21st century learning has introduced innovation and entrepreneurship into the equation. Is the old model dead? Will online learning help or hinder the process?
Can You Elect Me Now?
Wednesday, October 17th, 5:30pm
With all the messages bombarding people on a daily basis, how do you ensure that your message to rises to the top?
Will Social Media Save Old Media?
Wednesday, September 12th, 5:30pm
Come learn how media outlets are using Social to enhance and distribute their content as well as expand their audience. How are television, radio, print and online news organizations utilizing what some thought would kill them.
Summer 5:01
Wednesday, August 15th, 5:01 PM
Join us for a beautiful summer evening as we kick off the 2012-2013 season at the Grand Woods Lounge in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids.
