2008 Events
January 2008
Social Networking
BL²ENDer
Hosted by Churhill’s Bar & Bistro
March 2008
Professional Development
Young Professionals and Career
Hosted and sponsored by Fifth Third Bank
March 2008
Professional Development
The Process: From a Student to a Professional Panel
Hosted and sponsored by Grand Valley State University, Office of Multicultural Affairs
April 2008
Social Networking
BL²ENDer
Hosted by Naya Bistro & Wine Bar
May 2008
Social Networking
BL²ENDer
Hosted by Spectrum Lanes
June 2008
Professional Development
Networking in the 21st Century
Sponsored by Spectrum Health
July 2008
The Second Annual Minority Intern Skyline Reception
Sponsored by Varnum LLP
Hosted by the Multiracial Association of Professionals (MAP), a program of the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, the Black Professionals and Executives Network (BPEN), BL²END, and the Asian Professionals Organization (APO).
August 2008
Community Outreach
In partnership with the Inner City Christian Confederation (ICCF)
September 2008
Social Networking
BL²ENDer
Hosted by McFadden’s
October 2008
Professional Development
A New Day: The Changing Face of Executive Leadership
Hosted and sponsored by Cascade Engineering
November 2008
Professional Development
Young Professionals Issues Forum
In partnership with Grand Valley State University, Office of Multicultural Affairs
December 2008
Social Networking
BL²ENDer
Hosted by Churchill’s Bar & Bistro